I almost killed Taco Bill...

clearym · 03-14-2009, 08:41 PM

So I was getting ready to do my CMCV delete kit. Since its a pretty simple project, I was feeling confident, etc. I decided to get on MF at the last minute for a second opinion and read Taco Bills "how to" for CMCV delete kit. Well, I learned something I didn't already know. The torque pattern and torque setting for the bolts was in there. So I wrote on my notepad 89 ft-lbs & the tighten pattern. I thought 89 was kind of high but, TB is usually spot on and I figured if it was wrong then somebody would have corrected the post, etc. Sure enough...SNAP!!!!. I broke a bolt off in the block. It was the first one. Right side center bolt (the ones that are really hard to get to). After dropping a few F-bombs, I was ready to look up TBs address and...............I decided to read his post again. It was 89 in-lbs (or 11 ft-lbs).

I decided to leave it there and finish the job to see if it had an impact. Nothing visible but, I'll keep an eye on it. Luckily it's the center bolt on the opposite side of the fule rail from the injectors so, I can't see how it may go bad. There are 2 other fasteners on each side of the broken bolt. Since they're under air pressure only and have the green gaskets I figure it will be fine.

Amazingly, there are no issues (thus far). I figured I wouldn't even feel the difference with the CMCV delete but, I do. I'm not sure if its the tune or the CMCV but, there are definately a few more ponies under the hood. I would recommend this mod. Its cheap, easy and there is noticeable power. Just take your time, do your research and pay attention to detail i.e. in-lbs vs. ft-lbs.

If anybody wants to chime in on my broken bolt issue, please do. I'm curious if there will be future issues.

Cheers!

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rford426 · 03-14-2009, 08:44 PM

i thought you literally almost killed taco bill...if you kill taco bill im killing you hahah
\good luck gettin that out btw although he is like a god he is still human i guess good luck again

Shadow7874 · 03-14-2009, 08:45 PM

Whats the kit even do? and is there a downfall to it? I suppose it would be best to search, but im assuming you know alot about it by now, or where i can find good info.

TPony · 03-14-2009, 09:02 PM

TB is my hero...I have done many small things to my stang thanks to his write up. As a matter of fact, I used his write up on Steeda LCAs to install my set yesterday....no issues....

hammeron · 03-14-2009, 09:02 PM

lol this is why it's best to remain
anonymous when giving tips on forums,
you never know what might happen....

so taco is in the clear and you got the
project finished, pretty much a happy
ending for everyone.

Quote:

Originally Posted by clearym

I was ready to look up TBs address

mygt500 · 03-14-2009, 09:07 PM

Taco is the man and MF.com loves the info and how -to's he has contributed to the forum. There would have been a man hunt for you if you did try to kill the Taco!!!!!

Glad the install is done! in/lbs is drastically different then ft/lbs.....glad it was only one bolt

rshamekh · 03-14-2009, 09:22 PM

I didn't use a torque wrench when I installed mine.
I just torqued the bolts in the order specified and to the torque I felt comfortable with.
A year and a half later, no problems. *knocks on wood*

moosestang · 03-14-2009, 09:34 PM

You honestly thought 89 ft lbs was ok?

Rubrignitz · 03-14-2009, 09:41 PM

hahahahahahahah... 89 ft lbs.

jesus christ.m I just did my front suspension upgrade and the front spindle to struts were 148 ft lbs. good lord, I cranked that f-er down lol.

Rubrignitz · 03-14-2009, 09:49 PM

Sorry for laughing bro but damn, that's a lotta torque for intake bolts. good info on the CMCV plates though... I may get some before my next tune for emissions. I may even pony for a larger TB. If this new C&L aluminum intake would ever emerge I won't need CMCV's...