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    Engine Purchase Question

    So I just purchased my first 5.0 engine, wondering if I did alright? Engine is a new Ford 5.0 from an 1996 explorer that had been sitting at the distributor for a few years. Comes complete with GT-40 heads, and GT-40 intake with injectors and ingection harness. Add to that a set of y303 GT-40...
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    New Engine- Engine Stand Question

    Quick one that I should know and can't remember- New Ford Roller Longblock is showing up on Monday. What size bolts do I need to pick up to mount it to the stand? Just need the diameter and threading, length depends on the stand. Thanks in advance. :hail2:
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    Are they raping me??

    My first impression would be yes they're a little high. That being said how involved are you willing to get. You can get an upgraded 1in. sway bar with bushings for around $150 and will probably cost an hour of time. If i's just bushings you can ge t a set for $20. The ball joints and...
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    What year was the first 302???

    End of June/Beginning of July 1968. My 68 has a 289 and is dated June 23, 1968. I has some of the parts that were soon to go on emissions controlled 302s. It just depends which plant your car came out of, but in general June/July of 68. What it comes down to is whenever they ran out of 289s...
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    Lights fluttering

    Just fixed this problem on my 68. Thought it was the alternator, ended up being cheaper- try buying a new voltage regulator. If your keeping it original it'll cost you about $35, otherwise your local autozone, etc. should have an aftermarket for about $15.00. By the way, always a good time to...
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    New efi engine Fit Question

    I have a line on an NOS Ford 5.0 engine that was manufactured to go into an explorer for fairly cheap. Production year is 1996. Longblock is complete (intake to oil pan) minus computer and harness. Wondering if there are any issues using this engine in my 1968? I have a harness out of a 93...
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    sound deadening dilema

    'There is a product available at Lowe's, probably also at Home Depot, called Peel and Seal. It comes in a 6" x 25' roll. Same exact stuff as Dynamat. I think it was only about $10 a roll though. Its a self adhesive rubber/polymer/asphalt sheet with an aluminum facer on it. I put it in the roof...
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    sound deadening dilema

    Just my two cents, but I would recommend a company named second skin audio http://secondskinaudio.com. I just finished my daily driver with spectum (a liquid) and damplifier (adhesive mats). Both would work in your case. The spectrum doesn't seem to have any problems bonding to paint, metal...
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    Best $$ on Edelbrock wheels (Eleanor style)

    Just a little update on the 454s. The U.S. production run was shut down last year. My supplier informed me that Edelbrock was moving production over to china for the 454s :damnit: . The demand is high and Edelbrock should be shipping the wheels this month. Prices have reportedly come down to...
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    GT40 Wheels

    Edelbrock had a company make the 454s for them, they have pulled them off the market to move manufacturing overseas (or so I was told by an edelbrock rep). Word is they may be available again in the late spring or early summer. Hopefully they don't follow microsoft and deliver two years from now.
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    Disc Brakes For 1970 Mustang. Who do I choose?

    To be honest they are all fine choices. The wilwood's will increase the front track so take that into account. I believe SSBC makes a kit that will fit on the front disk brake spindles, not sure about the others. I'm doing a conversion on my 68 and found the Baers and SSBC while more...
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    A/C - Heater Box Help

    I pulled out my ac/heater box today after the heater core cracked. I bought a ne core and all new foam only to find out the lower box has three cracks on the back of the box. Two of them are quite extensive. Wondering if anyone can recommend a source for used or replacement parts since these...
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    edelbrock 454 rims

    I've been looking for 454s for the last 2 months. I finally got word from one of the dealers, who told me edelbrock had ceased production and was hiring a chinese manufacturer to make the rims for them. Dealer told me that edelbrock said it would be sometime next year before they start...
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    Classic Mustang Stereo Install

    I know most of the comments here are about late model Mustangs. That being said I'd love for some input on head unit placement for a 1968 with a center console and factory ac. Some are mounting in the glove compartment, however, with the factory ac there doesn't seem to be enough space...
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    Spring Saddles- Poly or Roller?

    So I'm about to finally dig into my complete suspension upgrade on my 1968. I have a full global west front going in with new upper arms, lower arms, tierod adjusters and strut rods. Springs are progressive rate from pro-motorsport, shocks are edelbrock, spindles from a 1970 and cobra...
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    Brake Lights Not Working

    O.K. all fixed. Turned out that the stoplight switch did need to be retired. Thanks again.
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    Brake Lights Not Working

    Going to dig into the mess today. Bought a new stoplight switch, figured even if it was good it's been in there for 36 years and could use some time off. The switch was connected and I need to put my meter on the switch to rule that out. Thanks for the input.
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    Brake Lights Not Working

    Looking for some help with my brake lights. Rebuilt/replaced all the parts on my rear drums. I'm sure this is just coincidence but my brake lights stopped working the same day. I understand that the switch is attached to the pedal. The switch looks fine(not that it means much), bulbs are...
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    Need bodywork done in North Alabama

    Ian, Welcome. First and foremost look at their work, attend local shows and talk to club members in the area. Huntsville has a couple of clubs. Stay away from Steve's Mustangs in Huntsville if they are still in business. He screwed up my car something awful and took me for thousands...
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    Rear Brake Drum Question

    :shrug: So I bought new rear drums today - found something strange (to me). I decided to go with quality made in USA drums. I brought the drums home and opened them up and found just one has a balancing weight tack-welded to the surface. The part numbers are the same. I've never encountered...
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