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[ArizonaBOSS]

Thanks for the input. I found this and it seems like it comes with the connectors. What do you think?
http://www.opticatonline.com/part/airtex-engine-management-2t1009-engine-variable-timing-solenoid

Bingo. Although I'm not sure why the one I have (with the same PN) didn't have the pigtails included. But I did buy it a couple years back--maybe things changed.

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

It shows the connectors on Airtex's website...maybe order 1 and see what shows up?

 

[2012-Boss]

I should probably get one of those for a spare...

I used 2013 VIN 1ZVBP8CUXD5263104 and ordered part number DU5Z12A581ZA for an engine harness that works with the 2013 and newer VCTs.

http://www.tascaparts.com/oe-ford/du5z12a581za

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

Thank you!

 

[antman450]

@ArizonaBOSS Is the solenoid thing a when not if thing? This car has 40K miles all street. Can i go run a track day or two before the 2011 ones blow out on me?

 

[captdistraction]

the 2011 connectors are hit or miss. Mostly boss cars were affected, but I had spun a 2011-harnessed motor to 8200+ without ill effect.

I'd say its somewhere in the middle between when/if. That said, it wasn't a big enough cost to deter me from making the changes on my harness.

 

[steveespo]

Thank you!

$111.50 at Auto Nation White Bear Lake on fordparts.com

 

[antman450]

the 2011 connectors are hit or miss. Mostly boss cars were affected, but I had spun a 2011-harnessed motor to 8200+ without ill effect.

I'd say its somewhere in the middle between when/if. That said, it wasn't a big enough cost to deter me from making the changes on my harness.

Good point. I am certainly doing it. Just getting the car track ready-ish for next weekend and can't get them in time. I will post in my build thread. I am working 8 hour days yesterday, today and tomorrow since I finally got ll the parts.

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

They are not going to fail on you on your first track day or days. I tracked my car 6-7 events per year for probably a year and a half or two years before they gave me issues.

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

3rd of 6 in-class today and 4th overall at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, CA. My race times were over three seconds slower than my qual times Too hot for A7s. Going to run Rs tomorrow--basically forced to anyways since I managed to cord one of the As.

However, my qual time was over two seconds faster than my best time from last year's event here--so that is good

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

Also I have been looking at some old threads on here regarding ECT/CHT, looks like CHT limp mode limit is 255. I thought it was 245. I have my overtemp alarm set to come on at 240, but I will change it to 250 after this research. I didn't realize I had another 10 degrees to play with. Saw 244 at Auto Club this weekend even with the mesh grille and sealed radiator/bumper stuff--but lots of time spent above 7000 RPM.

 

[antman450]

3rd of 6 in-class today and 4th overall at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, CA. My race times were over three seconds slower than my qual times Too hot for A7s. Going to run Rs tomorrow--basically forced to anyways since I managed to cord one of the As.

However, my qual time was over two seconds faster than my best time from last year's event here--so that is good

God, I so wish my car was not in pieces. I was planning to go this weekend. But in any case, everything will be installed by the end of tomorrow. I'm sure I will see you soon at some event. And congrats.


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[ArizonaBOSS]

Cliffs Notes:
3rd of 6 in-class, 4th overall on Saturday
1st of 5, 2nd overall on Sunday

Write-up and videos to follow

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

Saturday's race. Long battle and ended up 3rd of 6. Sunday's video uploading now...enjoy

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

Sunday's race. Got the win in-class (out of 5) and 2nd overall! First 6 minutes are the most action, the rest is just figuring out traffic

This was my first "away-region" victory!

 

[captdistraction]

Nice work as always!

 

[steeda5]

Great job Drew!

 

[cholmes1]

Great work and nice driving. I am curious which battery relocation kit you used or did you go custom like most of your build?

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

Great work and nice driving. I am curious which battery relocation kit you used or did you go custom like most of your build?

Charles:

I used a lightweight (Odyssey PC680) in the stock tray and location. 30lbs weight savings and no heavy, large gauge-wire running through the car. You have to cut the stock plastic tray a little for clearance but overall a very simple replacement.

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

My fastest lap of the weekend. Saturday qualifying, running scrub A7s on their 5th heat cycle.