Jespinosaesq's MKIV "Godzilla" Build Thread- Godzilla Engine Installed!!

[Jespinosa]

I have been interested in building an MK IV roadster for years but never got around to it. A friend of mine knew that I always wanted to build a roadster and caught wind that someone local had a kit and was interested in selling. When I went to look at the MK IV Roadster kit, the kit was in its early stages of the build and the Seller had already purchased an engine and transmission. I had always wanted to build the MK IV with the Coyote, but the Seller had already purchased the 7.3L Godzilla engine. We went back and forth for a while, and it made sense for both parties to sell the kit with the engine and transmission together. At first, I was worried since there is a wealth of knowledge on the Coyote swap but not much info on the Godzilla swap, but I remembered that at one point the Coyote swap was not very common and it took a few years before it got to its current state. Additionally, there are quite a few experienced builders on this forum that could help with my multitude of questions.

So, I am building my MK IV with a Godzilla and TKX and figured it would be a good idea to document the build on the forums. The car will be a cruiser/driver to be used on the weekends or during the week to go to work or take my kids for a joy ride. I want to build positive memories for my children during the build process and selfishly get them into cars at the same time while I get to enjoy my hobby. Below are a few basic details on the kit purchased.

Purchased October 2023/ Kit produced 04/2022
Mk IV complete Kit, Powdercoated Chassis, and body cutouts
31 Spline IRS 8.375' Driveshaft
Black Vinyl Seats
Power Steering Components
2015 IRS Parts Kit
FFR GPS Gauge Set
17x9/10.5 Halibrand Wheels and Nitto Tires
Wind Wings
Sun Visors
Front and Rear Swaybar
CF Dash w/ Glove Box (Purchased later)
MK IV Logo Floormats
Center Dash Support
14" Leather Steering Wheel
Trunk Gas Strut Kit
12.88 Front Wilwood Brakes (Red)
Hydraulic Clutch Master Cylinder Kit
Brake Duct Wire Mesh
Blank Dash

Engine and Transmission:
7.3 Godzilla Crate Motor 525hp package by Proformance Unlimited
Zero Degree Timing Lock Out
Custom Oil Pan (modified for needed clearance)
Behive Performance Valve Springs
ATI Super Damper Harmonic Balancer
Holley Fuel Rail Kit
Holley Terminator X-Max Computer
Custom Wiring Harness for the Holley
CVF Pulley Kit
MSD 8.5MM Plug Wires
Indy Power Products Billet Valve Covers
Tremec TKX
Flywheel/ Clutch/ Bellhousing
Apex Solutions Hydraulic Clutch

Additions:
Russ Thompson Drop Trunk
Ie427 steering wheel hub w/ quick disconnect hub (Future purchase when ready)
Forte Godzilla Motor Mounts
And honestly many, many more parts I have yet to think about.