🚗The 1978 King Cobra Mustang 2 features a 302 power engine and a four-speed transmission.
🔥The car has been sitting in a barn since 1997 and still has authentic barn dust on it.
🔑The engine is locked up, so the plan is to replace it with a used motor from another Mustang.
💪Despite its age and time in the barn, the car is in surprisingly good condition with minimal rust.
🚧The restoration project includes removing the old engine, swapping in the new motor, and rebuilding other components.
How long has the car been sitting in the barn?
—The car has been sitting in the barn since 1997, making it over 20 years.
Is the engine in working condition?
—No, the engine is locked up. The plan is to replace it with a used motor from another Mustang.
What is the condition of the car?
—Despite its age, the car is in surprisingly good condition with minimal rust.
What is the goal of the restoration project?
—The goal is to bring the 1978 King Cobra Mustang 2 back to its former glory by replacing the engine and restoring other components.
What will be the next steps in the restoration?
—The next steps will include removing the old engine, swapping in the new motor, and rebuilding other components as needed.
00:00Introduction to the 1978 King Cobra Mustang 2 restoration project.
00:50Showing the car's exterior and interior, including authentic barn dust and vintage features like an eight track player.
02:45Inspecting the locked-up engine and discussing the plan to replace it.
04:35Taking a closer look at the pistons and cylinders using a boroscope.
09:10Determining the need to replace the engine and sourcing a used motor from another Mustang.
11:10Preparing the car for engine removal, including disconnecting accessories and removing the radiator and fan.
14:10Lifting the car and unbolt the bell housing to remove the engine.
15:45Challenges encountered and plans for future restoration steps.
