How To Install Fox Body Mustang Team Z K-Member (1979-1993)

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How To Install Fox Body Mustang Team Z K-Member (1979-1993)

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Late Model Restoration (LMR)

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@BigRockyD 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video I feel real confident now. I’m restoring an 82 GT and just got the motor out and dash apart. Can’t wait to throw in a k kit and a new rear end. Very excited!

@latemodelrestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Rock Diesel, you are very welcome! We try to do what we can to help out our fellow enthusiasts!

@fierceleader4791 6 жыл бұрын

What about getting the k member squared up?

@CentralVAracer 4 жыл бұрын

Great detailed video of the install. Thanks for making good video content for us fox guys.

@jaybyrd6956 3 жыл бұрын

Expect to modify the bolt holes because they do not line up exactly, I had to move 2 holes over a little to make it work. It took me and a friend 4 1/2 hours to remove the old suspension and put in the new K-member and the A arms. Will start on the struts and camber plates tomorrow.

@martezefarmer66 7 жыл бұрын

Landon you should do a install video on the upr rear shock coilovers.!

@latemodelrestoration 7 жыл бұрын

Marteze - I'll pass that idea along to our Video Team so they can discuss it. Good idea and thanks for sharing! -Landan

@martezefarmer66 7 жыл бұрын

Late Model Restoration NP man and I hope they say yes.lol thanks man.!!

@CentralVAracer 4 жыл бұрын

I agree. Would really like to see how they are on a fox especially a street driven car.

@user-pm9dy4zv7w 4 ай бұрын

I've been rocking this k-member on a daily car in Colorado for a minute. Its great! I have a question for landan... how you torquing those ball joint nuts? Thank you for all your videos.

@latemodelrestoration 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment and for the support! We appreciate it. I just put a big a ol' wrench on the nut and tighten it to what I think is 129 lb-ft. -Landan

@GeekTimLee 5 жыл бұрын

Another cool video!!!

@latemodelrestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Tim, please let us know if you ever need anything!

@domrussodiviti 9 ай бұрын

Yea ya always make it look easy Landon lol

@latemodelrestoration 8 ай бұрын

Haha! Thanks. Trust me, I struggle from time to time as well. -Landan

@glahut93 7 жыл бұрын

Great video

@latemodelrestoration 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! -Landan

@joeseptien2182 5 жыл бұрын

How important is it to be lined up perfectly or should I just boot it on and alignment will do the rest

@latemodelrestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Joe, Excellent question! It is important to have the k-member bolted in, squared up and aligned with the rest of the vehicle. This will ensure that when you have the suspension aligned there will be no surprises. If you have any other question contact us with the link below. Have a great day! lmr.com/contact

@shanesilago9136 2 жыл бұрын

What year are the spindles???

@latemodelrestoration 2 жыл бұрын

87-93 V8 Fox Mustang spindles.

@William-_-Cook 9 ай бұрын

What rack did yall use for this installation?

@BAHRacingTeam 2 жыл бұрын

Do these need to be squared up, or is there no adjustments for that?

@latemodelrestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Hey there, please give us a call or email us with the link below and a Customer Care Representative can assist you with that! lmr.com/contact

@BAHRacingTeam 2 жыл бұрын

@@latemodelrestoration I was curious because I’ve came across videos of people doing it

@angry408w7 Жыл бұрын

factory k members were just slammed up at the factory.

@anthonyfrank5430 8 ай бұрын

Will i need A Arms and the coil springs with the LS k member or can i use factory A Arms and springs?

@latemodelrestoration 8 ай бұрын

You can use factory lower control arms and coil springs with a Team Z LS-swap k-member as long as you run an upper spring perch. We sell the BMR version (links below). Also, due to the variances in aftermarket k-members and factory or factory-style front lower control arms, you'll have to widen the ears on the k-member where the control gets positioned. -Landan We did something similar whenever we were mocking up the 7.3L Godzilla engine in one of our cars. Here is the link to that video with the correct time stamp: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i5d1ps6V1K_WqIU.html Red coil spring perches: lmr.com/item/BMR-CSS730R/mustang-upper-coil-spring-seats-bolt-on-red-79-04-css730 Hammertone coil spring perches: lmr.com/item/BMR-CSS730H/bmr-mustang-upper-coil-spring-seat-kit-bolt-on-black-hammert

@jzfoxwindsor4274 Жыл бұрын

Is the aftermarket steering rack required cuz my factory one is hitting against the the K-member now

@latemodelrestoration Жыл бұрын

Where on the k-member is the power steering rack making contact? -Landan

@JESSEPAVON Жыл бұрын

The steering Wheel must be hard tu turn if its not hydraulic?

@latemodelrestoration Жыл бұрын

Jesse - Yes, manual steering racks require more effort to turn the wheel. It isn't that bad in a Fox Mustang, though. -Landan

@daveyvega7348 9 ай бұрын

What its the labor time for this?

@latemodelrestoration 9 ай бұрын

That's going to depend on the skill level of the installer. Could be 4 hours, could be 8 hours. Tough to say. Thanks. -Landan

@kevinpazos9846 Жыл бұрын

So question: ive got an 03 mustang that im considering changing the k member out for this upr one i found in a storage unit i bought. Is the process more or less the same as in this video? My rustang has a 4.6 2v.

@latemodelrestoration Жыл бұрын

Yes, the procedure for a 94-04 Mustang is nearly identical. You'll notice this once you start wrenching. -Landan

@kevinpazos9846 Жыл бұрын

@@latemodelrestoration good to hear, thanks!

@tedjones-ho2zk 7 ай бұрын

MM seems to have the strongest K-Member, Team Z K-Member looks weak and would hate to see if one got into an accident

@hcrib1 3 жыл бұрын

How tight did you torque the A Arms? The final time.

@latemodelrestoration 3 жыл бұрын

148 ft lbs is the torque spec

@taylorkohla1 7 жыл бұрын

I bought this kit a while back and one of my ball joints had a grease fitting and the other side did not. Is that normal?

@latemodelrestoration 7 жыл бұрын

It definitely needs one! I would contact Team Z or source one local from an Auto Parts store or hardware store. -Landan

@Turbo_Todd 5 жыл бұрын

What part number for that Strange Front Strut for the coilover kit? I have a 1979 Foxbody, but can't find that on your website or Strange website

@latemodelrestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Todd - To my knowledge, Strange only manufacturers their strut to fit 87-93 Mustangs. 79-86 V8 and 79-93 4-cylinder cars will have to convert to 87-93 or 94-04 SN95 spindles to fit the Strange struts. Hope this helps! -Landan

@Turbo_Todd 5 жыл бұрын

@@latemodelrestoration thanks. I didn't realize i would need to change spindles. I have a full tubular k member and a arms. I'll look into it

@ANTONIORODRIGUEZ-qs7qj 6 жыл бұрын

Now will this work for an 82 4 cylinder setup? Going to be swapping to v8.

@Ls3guy 5 жыл бұрын

Yes it will

@gregoryjowers3629 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Landon have you ever but a 4r70w transmission in a fox body mustang if so can you use the stock aod shifter thanks for any info

@latemodelrestoration 7 жыл бұрын

Gregory - I've never put a 4R70W in a Fox Body. I don't see why the factory shifter wouldn't work. However, the gear selection will read incorrectly since a factory AOD face plate reads "1, 2, D, D(in circle)". A 4R70W utilizes a "1, 2, D and then an electronic O/D off button." Hope this helps. -Landan

@gennarohock1572 Жыл бұрын

Why don’t you show how to square it up to the back

@CentralVAracer 4 жыл бұрын

What spring length and rate did you go with for the front?

@latemodelrestoration 4 жыл бұрын

This was a 12" 150 LB spring used on this build.

@TheSalamikid 7 жыл бұрын

Would my average local mechanic shop be able to install this whole setup?

@latemodelrestoration 7 жыл бұрын

You might want to call and ask. I don't know the limitations and skills of your local mechanic. -Landan

@brendanmccarthy492 6 жыл бұрын

Why can’t you do it yourself?

@chrishorst6993 7 жыл бұрын

Are tubular Crossmembers strong enough for everyday street use

@latemodelrestoration 7 жыл бұрын

They are strong, however they are not recommended for daily street driving due to uncontrolled conditions such as big pot holes.

@graigorygilbert602 5 жыл бұрын

I have no issues driving mine with the UPR complete tuber suspension

@billdang3953 Жыл бұрын

@@latemodelrestoration What you said is an important consideration, the caster/camber plates will either make or break a coil over setup as far as road hazards are concerned.