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1957 Ford Thunderbird 5.0 Coyote Swap and Custom Chassis Part 2 V8 Speed & Resto Shop V8TV

A great way to enjoy a classic car is to upgrade it with a modern engine, transmission, and suspension system for today’s power, performance, and reliability with yesterday’s classic looks. The crew at the V8 Speed & Resto Shop has performed many of these types of conversions, adding reliable power and performance without sacrificing that classic car look. This 1957 Ford Thunderbird is a great example of how to completely change the driving personality of a vintage car with today’s technology. The V8 Speed and Resto Shop crew installed a Ford Racing 5.0 Coyote V8 engine backed by a Ford 6R80 6-speed automatic transmission into this clean black Thunderbird.

00:00 Project Review 1957 Ford Thunderbird 5.0 Coyote Swap and Custom Chassis
00:12 Thunderbird Chassis Old Versus New
00:44 Chassis and 5.0 Coyote Engine Plan For A Classic Look with Today's Performance
01:05 Benefits of Ford Coyote Engine Conversion For Modernize Old Car
01:47 Goal of Performance Custom Chassis
02:05 Triangulated 4-Link Explanation
02:25 Front Suspension Design For Fine Tuning
03:06 Fitting The Chassis
03:56 Coyote V8 Engine Install The Challenges and Solutions
04:26 Hydraulic Brake Booster Unit Designed For 1957 Ford Thunderbird
04:59 Ford 6R80 6 Speed Transmission
05:56 Fuel System Not Just Any Fuel System The Right Fuel System
06:34 Dakota Digital Gauges
06:47 Vintage Air Install

But in order to handle the extra power, the V8 Speed and Resto Shop also installed a new performance chassis to add improved suspension geometry, more precise steering, better Wilwood brakes, increased traction, and overall chassis stiffness to the classic T-Bird. We’re also installing a Vintage Air A/C unit, sounds from Custom Autosound, and making some interior upgrades.

In part 1, we go over the story of this 1957 Thunderbird and outline the plans for the conversion. Be sure to subscribe for the next chapter to see the progress on this restomod Thunderbird!

In part 2, we cover the details on the chassis, engine, transmission, and modifications needed to the car’s body to make it all fit.

In part 3, we complete the assembly, paint the details, and take the 5.0 Coyote swap Thunderbird for a drive! With the new chassis, engine, Wilwood brakes, Hydratech booster, and other performance parts, the car drives wonderfully.

Part 1: https://youtu.be/dVhwYR9XhBU
Part 2: https://youtu.be/yUs8w_hl4Pg
Part 3: https://youtu.be/-G-QYfvQG1o

You can see more photos of the work on this one by clicking on the link in the description, and please don’t hesitate to contact us if your muscle car needs some upgrades, tuning, or a complete do-over… we’re happy to help!

Contact the V8 Speed & Resto Shop for all your restoration and performance needs!
314.783.8325 https://www.v8speedshop.com

The V8 Speed & Resto Shop is a full-service classic car and muscle car restoration service ready to perform everything from simple maintenance on vintage cars to full frame-off restorations and modifications. Whether you are seeking a stock restoration, a pro-touring muscle car, or a custom restomod, the V8 Speed & Resto Shop in Red Bud, IL, can help. Contact us today to put the V8 crew to work for you. Transport services are available.

V8 Speed & Resto Shop
817 S. Main Street
Red Bud,IL 62278
314.783.8325
https://www.v8speedshop.com
[email protected]

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https://v8speedshop.com/1957-ford-thunderbird-hk/

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