Installing the Holley Sniper EFI on my 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

[@porcupinepete8110]

Glad you posted this video. Im definitely not going that route now. Im also glad you didn't burst into flames welding with your shirt soaked in gas. Loved the 2 Cleveland rebuild videos as well.

[@meatsrodshop7116]

It would have been an “enlightening” situation that’s for sure!!!

[@seansdriveway]

I really like how you did the install exactly the way is supposed to be. I have seeen a lot of guys complain about the kit and majority of the time it’s because they set it up wrong. Just got a sub from me

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Most of the issues Ive seen on this style EFI unit is the installer errors. Fitech and Sniper both have issues if you don’t follow the instructions. A little electrical back ground helps as well. Thank you for watching!

[@cab4word]

Well I got the whole thing installed in about 15 hours. Ran 10gau back to the tank because thats what I had. All connections are soldered and tucked away neatly. we have about 50 miles of seat in the pants performance so far and this thing ROCKS. had to play with the IAC some but it seems to be fine now. Car idles at 800 smooth with my 475/260, 108LSA. Thanks for showing me the in tank system where you don't need the return line. They just dont give out that info.

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Congrats on the install!!! Keep us posted!!

[@SmackeysGarage]

Great video and it turned out to be a big project.

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Thanks!

[@billspencer7606]

Nice video - thank you! Have a few comments/question. Is it necessary to use the fan and pump wires from the Holley set-up. What if you made connection with independent relay and used the "I" wire from solenoid for the trigger? Seems this is doing the same thing?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

It depends on how you want to trip the pump and fan. For me one of the positives is having the EFI unit control the fuel pump and fans. If you use the “I” ignition wire to trip them, they will run consistently. I like to run them only when required

[@jeffdriver3000]

I have a 1968 Mustang Coupe with the 289 C4 and I like the idea that you can install the Holley Sniper with their combo sender/fuel pump and not have to mess with a return fuel line. So what was your gas mileage before and after the install?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

To be honest I haven't checked it yet. I've just enjoyed driving it so much that I haven't stopped to check. I will try to make a point to do so this week depending on weather here in ATL.

[@cab4word]

Thanks for the video, I want to do just what you did on my built 65 289, with the in tank kit, I have 5/16 line so mite need to replace that but like not having to add a return line.

[@meatsrodshop7116]

If you’re not turning a lot of power, you could get by with the 5/16. Typically 5/16 will support close to 500 hp

[@cab4word]

@@meatsrodshop7116 Thanks Im not its just a bitt over stock with a lumpy cam getting 18 on the road. Hoping to keep my stock air cleaner too. Parts arrive Tuesday.

[@cab4word]

@@meatsrodshop7116 Oh I also have a performer intake, and long tube headers

[@meatsrodshop7116]

@@cab4word Should be fine with that setup with what you have. Keep me up to date with your combo and results!

[@anthonyacevedo8366]

Love the install and stang looks nice 👍🏽 Do u have part number for the lokar bracket and in tank fuel pump setup

[@meatsrodshop7116]

www.summitracing.com/parts/lok-xtcb-40hs1 www.holley.com/products/fuel_systems/fuel_pumps_regulators_and_filters/fuel_pumps/muscle_car_efi_modules/parts/12-305 Thanks for watching!

[@billspencer7606]

I am not using the ecu/emi MSD electronic box, but a Flamethrower II with coil. The tach wire is a question in terms of connection?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

If youre asking about EMI my answer is yes. All of the aftermarket units tend to have EMI issues. As they say in maintenance, You cant have enough grounds. Ground the tach / signal wire Shield, and you should be good with either setup.

[@cab4word]

look at the instructions they show how to wire it up

[@ranesrollins9144]

Dang it;;; I watched all this and it looks like it might be a Windsor engine but he never says. Now on the Holly website they don’t specifically sell 351 Cleveland sniper kits so I’m guessing the install here was on a Windsor engine.

[@meatsrodshop7116]

It’s a standard Sniper 1 system. They don’t make engine specific units. Just a standard square bore single plane Edelbrock intake. Thanks for watching!

[@billspencer7606]

Is it really necessary to use fuel injection clamps if the steel line has bulbs on it?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

I’m a yes on that. I don’t like to gamble, the cost difference isnt worth the gamble

[@cab4word]

good question, I bought the wrong size Earl clamps and found some nice cheep injection ones at the parts house that work just as well. I would stick with ones rated for injection to be safe.

[@Stangfan78]

Have you had any issues with the sniper kit since the install?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Nope, zero issues, works as advertised! Thanks for watching!

[@d.collier_8280]

Are you in Georgia? I’m looking for someone that can shed some light on my Holley sniper conversion. I have a 85 F150 with factory EFI and I’m wanting to swap it over to the Holley Sniper

[@meatsrodshop7116]

I am SW of the Atl airport.

[@d.collier_8280]

@@meatsrodshop7116 would you be willing to help me figure out what all I need to do the sniper swap

[@meatsrodshop7116]

@@d.collier_8280 Send me an email on your details at [e-mail]

[@Brian-nm8ie]

The watermelons on your shirt make me hungry for flamingos

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Lol! Thanks for watching!

[@crisantemaacevizgerman473]

What lokar bracket are you using for your sinper?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

I am running the Lokar Billet throttle bracket. Part Number XTCB-40HS1

[@georgecaudill2989]

Nice video. How’s it been long term?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Good so far, no hiccups. Happy with the throttle response and driveability

[@deviantrebel6326]

You work for the public? Or just on your stuff?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Just for my own stuff and/or friends. Too busy with my own junk to branch out! Lol! Thanks for watching!

[@briank1671]

I will say my car ran great when it ran, but the Sniper would shut off when it felt like and Holley was no help in solving the problem

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Thanks for watching!

[@bvoghell88]

Hey Meat's, I live in Sharpsburg GA and thinking about putting the Sniper on my 69" Vette with 427. Can I stop by and chat?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Send me your contact info at [e-mail]

[@scottwiest3267]

How did you not know that there was a short rubber fuel hose along the frame rail? How long have you owned the Mustang?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

1 year. First 1970 Mustang I’ve ever owned. You can’t know everything. Everyone has a first time, I never said I was an expert.

[@angry408w7]

self learning is a marketing myth. self correcting is the correct term. You're going to have to tune with a laptop. All of Holley's timing tables are based off of gm ls engines. Tires broke loose because you have better fuel and a lot more timing. Be careful.

[@meatsrodshop7116]

Yep! My cable showed up last week, just haven’t had the time to get it out and tune it.

[@angry408w7]

are you doing the tuning yourself or are you bringing it to a trustworthy tuner?

[@meatsrodshop7116]

@@angry408w7 I will be doing it myself, ive done a few Fitechs so I will trying this one as well.

[@rokhedjo]

LOL