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  1. FrdMustangCpe

    Got plugs 4 'Cuda, didnt notice they were Platinum plugs tho....NOW WHAT?

    I got some plugs for my 318 cuda. I didnt notice that they were platinum plugs till i walked out the door, and i was wondering if this will hurt performance or anything. They are autolites. Any info helps, since i already have them, should i keep them? :shrug: thanx :nice:
  2. FrdMustangCpe

    Got a new toy....but its a 'Cuda

    after two stangs, i just bought my new car. 72 cuda, 318 slapstick, paid 8,000 for it. :D
  3. FrdMustangCpe

    Can someone quote how much this worth? 69 Mach 390,4speed,tach,discs

    I found this car like it is for 9999 obo. the rust is pretty bad but it is on the doors and front fenders mostly. it is an original 390, 4-speed, 3:25 rear, factory tach, factory front discs. the guy said it needs a total resto for can someone tell me if this is worth it like it is...
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    Project Mach Part III - I cant buy it, u wanna? **PICS**

    I went and looked at that Mach 1 again today. Its just too much work for a 17 year old with no other means of transportation. I need one running that i can put together day by day. This car is a model year: 1969 built at: Metuchen (Edison, NJ) bodystyle: SportsRoof engine: 351 CID -...
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    Need production numbers

    Im going to take another gander at that 69 mach i found, with a checklist of stuff to look at and my good ol digital camera. I was wondering if anyone knew of any links with detailed production numbers. Its a 69 Mach, 351 (4v 2v??, Ill find out tomorrow), black interior, 3 speed, Rear Axle...
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    Classic Stang Pic Thread!!!

    Lets see some muscle! :flag: :nice: this was my 69 coupe day 1
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    351 strokeability questions

    I was wondering what the popular 351 strokers were. Ive heard of 393 and 408. I was also wondering what kinda numbers they put out n/a with less than 5k in them (5k in machining and building that is). Are there any stroker kits to make it like a 360 or somethin, just a little punched out. Like...
  8. FrdMustangCpe

    Is This A Good Deal Part II (Project Mach)

    I found a original 69 mach 3speed 351 in a lot and the guy wants $1500 for it, but i think he'll go for the grind. Appears to be all numbers matching. Original blue with black interior that is still in good condition. The body has a little hood damage and the 1/4s have some rust, but not rotting...
  9. FrdMustangCpe

    Looking at 69 mustang w/351 not running tho...

    i was wondering what some obvious reasons why a 351 would not run. lets say the nothing majorly wrong/blown motor. the thing is, is that i dont know if it cranks...until saturday that is. im going to look at this 69- sportsroof, 351, 3speed for $1500. even not running thats a good deal i think...
  10. FrdMustangCpe

    Does this sound like a good deal?

    I first had a 69 coupe, then a 87 GT, and i have sold both and im keeping my eye out for a 69-70 with a stick. I recently caught word of a 69 sportsroof, 351, 3-speed for $1500. the guy i talked to said he does not think the motor runs, and the body is 'fixable'. he said it isnt a rust bucket...
  11. FrdMustangCpe

    Thinkin about next car....couple questions

    I was thinking that would end up with another fox. im buying another car in like a month. I just have a few questions... I wanna do just a regular 5lug conversion then one day move up to like baers all around or something. I want the FR500 wheels but they only come in 18x9"s...will they fit a...
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    Lightning S/C question(s)

    im thinking long and hard about getting a 00-03 lightning. I was wondering what would have to be done to get them to lets say....450hp and 500hp. Would a chip/pulley grab 450hp? any other comments/complaints about lightnings would help too. Thanks- :D
  13. FrdMustangCpe

    Project idea, would a '03 cobra drivetrain/computer and stuff fit in a 90+notch???

    that just sounds like an awesome project to me. i gotta know. :D
  14. FrdMustangCpe

    Who here has rebuilt their own Trac-Lok? Or has had someone do it

    I was just wondering how hard it is to rebuild a track-lok. the kit is like $40 from 50resto. And if YOU didnt rebuild it and you had someone else do it, how much did that cost. THANKS :nice:
  15. FrdMustangCpe

    One Wheel Wonder

    well according to my friend who was in the car behind me today only the right tire was spinning :bang: . well im still selling my car and im not gonna rebuild the trac-lok. ill just let whomever know. but anyways since i will be getting another stang i was wondering whats a good...
  16. FrdMustangCpe

    Another question about brakes

    This is bugging me know. Im trying to budget out my project car, and for brakes im stuck. at first i thought that i would get 13" baers all around. Well you have to have a 17"+ wheel for those. I plan on getting 18" ford racing wheels so that would be no problem. However if i go to the track...
  17. FrdMustangCpe

    ANY NEVADA/VEGAS stangers??!!

    well im movin back to the west coast - to vegas. is anyone on here out there? are there any good stang shops? drag strips? :nice:
  18. FrdMustangCpe

    Baer Brakes and Suspension questions

    I was thinkin about stuff i wanted to do once i get my other car. (87 GT is 4sale). I figured i would start off right by doing the brakes and suspension work first. I was thinkin of baers all around, and i was wondering how hard are they to slap in? I figured while i had to pull the...
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    MOVING: Gotta Sell The Mustang - Need Tips

    Not sure if this is talk or tech, but i would like to get a few tips on selling my car. just some things i can do to get the most out of what i got. Here is what i have 1987 Mustang GT Hatch Grey interior D/S seat has a 1 1/2" tear along the side where the vynal (sp?) is. The seats are in...
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    Parents got me wheels for my b-day...4x4.5" will they fit??? HELP!!!

    I know the bolt pattern on stangs is 4.25", these wheels are 4.5" what do i have to do to get them to fit? im mean a 1/4inch is pretty small. will they work??? i need help a.s.a.p :( man i'd be really bumed if they didnt fit. they are some nice lookin centerlines.