Cleaning And Detailing - Factory Five Racing Mk3 Roadster Assembly Manual

1. If you are running a T-5 Transmission, remove the casting tab with the hole in it that is sticking
out on the passenger side with a hack saw.
ATTENTION: If you are planning on running power steering this section is not needed.
TOOLS: / " and ⅝" wrenches
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5. Remove the hydraulic lines. Use
upside down over a collection pan. Dispose of the fluid properly. The rack is greased on the gears at
the ends.
6. The Mustang power rack is converted to a manual rack by removing the hydraulic lines from it and
draining the fluid. You can leave the holes open without concern since the hydraulic cylinder is no
longer used, however, for cosmetic reasons you may want to close them off. You can use a ½" Non-
threaded hole plug. Keep in mind, this must not be airtight! Air must be allowed to move in and out
of the holes. If you use a hole-plug, drill a small air release hole in the center.
Before you start assembling your car, cleaning is the best way to assess what needs to be done to the
donor parts. Based on your close-up inspection you may choose to re-build or replace some of the parts
that you have just removed.
Oil leaks should be clearly visible so look for them. Areas to inspect include transmission tail shaft side
to side free play, pinion oil seal on the rear end, valve cover gaskets, distributor cap for excessive build-
up deposits, and clutch wear. There are quite a few aluminum parts on the engine that can be polished
and shined. Common cleaning methods include, wire wheel followed by clear coat paint, bead blasting,
or aluminum polish. The following is a good procedure:
1. Steam clean or use a strong detergent such as Gunk engine cleaner. When using engine degreaser,
collect the waste solvents and dispose of properly. Brush everything except the harness and the
Transmission
T-5 mounted in frame. Note the tab to be removed.
Steering Rack and Shaft
/ " and ⅝" wrenches. Drain all fluid by turning it, lock to lock,
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