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    Input shaft for 3spd Top Loader - help

    Hi folks Was after some advice on where i can get an input shaft for my 3spd Top Loader gearbox (out of 1965 fastback with 289). Looking at getting it rebuilt but my local transmission guy said my input shaft is no good. I have no-where to source these in Australia and was hoping to inport...
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    What type of muffler?

    Hi I'm from Australia and looking to get some decent mufflers imported with a heap more gear for my 66 GT fastback. I have noticed the following on ebay for $69.95and was after some opinions: FLOWMASTER, 40 SERIES PERFORMANCE MUFFLER, SOLD INDIVIDUALLY, ALUMINIZED STEEL -- Original...
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    Fitment of headers

    Hi, I have a question re the fitment of headers. I have an opportunity to pick up some headers at a really good price. They were originally off a 66 fastback with auto transmission. I have a 66 fastback with 4spd and mechanical clutch. Will the headers fit my car, or will they need to...
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    Question re wiring for 65 fastback

    Thanks for the details guys. NewStangOwnr - Thanks, i have just ordered one. I also live in Australia so that may have been a small problem with postage. Cheers
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    Question re wiring for 65 fastback

    Thanks for the advice raleighstang65, i'll check it out. Cheers
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    Question re wiring for 65 fastback

    Thanks truck90278, appreciate the quick reply. Hoping someone may now be able to help with another problem - I bought the underdash wiring harness and the wiring that goes from the dash to the back lights. A fuel sender unit comes off the wiring that goes to the rear lights. The trouble is...
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    Question re wiring for 65 fastback

    Hi all. I'm located in Australia and need a headlamp wire harness and an engine guage wire harness (already have underdash harness) for my 65 fastback that i am restoring. Contacted my local supplier and he said for the 65 there are a couple of options for the harness i need - either i get...
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    wheel/ tire decision

    Wheels Hi There was an article on this in the September issue of Mustang Monthly. It suggested the following: 17 x 7 3 3/4 to 4" Back Spacing 235/45-17 tires 9.4" Tread size 25.46" Height 245/45-17 9.8" Tread size...
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    where to find interior panels for 65 fastback?

    Hi guys Hoping someone can advise where i can get interior panels/trim for the rear section of my 65 fastback. I have the large 1/4 interior panels (with the light insert) but need all other plastic panelling (ie trapdoor and surrounding parts) Any assistance appreciated. Cheers...
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    Any Australians here? Looking for parts...

    AU$9000 (about US$8200) does seem a little high. Are you talking brand new? Haven't got full details but you could try the following: Carls Performance Parts (specialising in XR6 and XR8 parts) AU1 XR6 engine complete - AU$1250 (will be a few years old) Ph: 61 3 9366 4872...
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    re-wiring a 65 fastback

    Thanks for the replies guys. I don't need excess circuits as the car will be relatively stock. The plans has changed as i have just purchased a 66 GT Fastback so i need to get the 65 fastback up and running and sell it to fund the GT. I definitely don't possess the skills to do it myself so...
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    re-wiring a 65 fastback

    Hi My 65 fastback needs to be re-wired. Where is the best place to get a wiring kit? I've heard that the Painless and EZ wiring kits need to be modified alot to fit. Any advice appreciated. Cheers
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    WTB - 65/66 4spd GT fastback

    Don't tell me that, i'll cry!!! That is so cheap for a GT fastback - what conditions was the body in?
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    WTB - 65/66 4spd GT fastback

    Does anyone have a good quality 65/66 4spd GT Fastback they are thinking of selling. I am interested in purchasing but there are not a heap around for sale. cheers
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    Anyone from Alabama or familiar with Bills Classic Cars?

    Hi Any of you folk from Alabama or familiar with Bills Classic Cars in Trusville? Has anyone dealt with Bill? Do his cars live up to his claims. They look pretty good and he supplies a heap of photos but just curious as to whether anyone has any first hand knowledge in dealing with him...
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    Header / exhaust recomendations

    Sorry if this topic has been covered already, but i was after some opinions on Tri-Y headers and magnaflow exhausts. Just about to start work on the 289 in the 65 fastback and was thinking about the above combo. I have noticed the Tri-Y's are a fair bit cheaper than some of the other brands...
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    3 or 4 spd / drums or discs ?

    Thanks for advice Thanks for some advice guys. Have plenty of time to make my mind up on things. To answer a few questions: It is an "A" code 289 motor I was intending to check out some local falcon brakes but though a ready-made kit may be easier. The car will probably not do too...
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    3 or 4 spd / drums or discs ?

    My newly purchased 65 fastback has a 3sp gearbox. It is about to undergo a resto and i purchased it "not running". If the 3 speed is in good condition i will leave it be, but if it is in need of a rebuilt, should i do this (and keep original), or put a 4spd in? It is also running drum brakes...
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    Question for XXBULLETSXX

    Can you please tell me what colour (& paint code) your 66 fastback is? I have a 65 fastback project which is candyapple red but i want to respray it something a bit brighter. I have been looking for a good shade of red and came across a pic of your fastback which looks great. I also plan to...