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    66 Ignition cylinder question

    My old ignition cylinder was worn out, it took quite some time, but I got it out. When it came out , it came out in pieces. I then purchased a new Scott Drake ignition cylinder with a new key. I installed it and it went in ok, but now the spring return will notwork properly. I tried to remove it...
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    AOD TV Cable adjustment question

    I installed an AOD in my 66 Mustang with a Lokar TV cable. I have a pressure gauge hooked to the tv port on the right side of the trans. center port and I have the cable block tool to install on the cable to make the adjustment. I have followed the Lokar instructions. It says, while in neutral...
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    oil pan problem

    I purchased a new oil pan off of e-bay for my 66 Mustang. It said it was the stock oil pan for Mustangs. I installed it, not thinking it might be a little different in size. I put in 5 qts. of oil and my dipstick reads low. It barely touches the stick. I then compared my measurements between the...
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    quick steer on 66 Mustang

    I installed a new quick steer idler arm and pitman arm on my 66 Mustang. It has manual steering. I believe the quick steers came on the Shelbys. Anyway I installed mine and the steering now seems to be to close to the oil pan. At the same time I have done an AOD swap. Would doing the trans. swap...
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    AOD QUESTION

    I have a 66 Mustang with a 302 with an AOD trans. I am installing the aftermarket shifter rod kit so that I can use the stock C-4 shifter. My question is what type of nut goes on the selector shaft that holds the shifter lever and throttle lever on? I tried a regular nut and flat washer, but it...
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    Hi-Po Exhaust manifolds

    Did Ford build different Hi-Po manifolds for the 289? I purchased a set used off of e-bay and installed them on my 66 Mustang 289 and the h-pipe I purchased from Mustangs Unlimited will not fit. I confirmed the h-pipe is for Hi-Po exhaust. I thought maybe my manifolds are for a different...
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    AOD Cooler lines in 66 Mustang

    I am doing a conversion from a 4 speed to an AOD. I havent seen any trans. cooler lines available for this swap. Does anyone make the lines for purchase or do I need to make my own? If I make my own, is it better to start with the factory C-4 lines and then fabricate them? Thanks
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    pulley alignment question

    On a 66 Mustang. Would a measurement from the center of the groove on the pulleys to the flat engine side of the radiator be an accurate measurement for pulley alignment on all the pulleys?
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    68 302 in a 66 Mustang , need help

    My 66 was purchased with a 68 302 already in it. It was also converted over to have 66 factory a/c. I noticed when I was replacing my timing chain that none of the belts align up correctly. Someone has tried to make brackets, but they were not made very well. Also the crank pulley was not...
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    What engine do I have?

    How do you determine what engine you have in a 66 Mustang? I bought the car and I do not know if the engine in it is the original engine.:shrug:
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    Hi-Po Exhaust gaskets ?

    Do hi-po exhaust manifolds require gaskets or do they seal metal to metal ?
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    AOD in 66 Mustang problem

    Went to install by blockplate between the block and the AOD and the plate will not go on due to the header on the right side where the starter would mount. I originally had a 4 speed. Is there a difference between Auto. and manual trans. headers? I did not install these headers, they came with...
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    What transmission oil in an AOD ?

    I am installing an AOD in my 66 Mustang. Does it take Mercon or Dextron II ? Or are they bout the same thing? I have both, but I am not sure which one to use?
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    AOD in 66 Mustang Wiring

    Anyone had experience wiring in the backup light and neutral safety switch on a Aod conversion in a 66 Mustang? I have the sensor on the AOD and the the harness that originally came with the AOD, but the wires were cut. How do I wire it into my system? Need help!:shrug:
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    Front crankshaft seal installation

    I have a 66 Mustang 289 Coupe I am replacing the timing chain on. I am having a problem installing the front timing cover crankshaft seal. I used a seal driver to press it in, but it will not go all the way down. I can see a gap of about .025 between the cover and the seal on the front side...
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    Which thermostat housing ?

    I need to replace my thermostat housing on my 66 Mustang 289. I have noticed there are two types. One with a gasket or one with an o-ring. Which one would be the best?
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    66 Mustang rear brake question

    I have a 66 Coupe I am replacing the rear brake shoes on. When I removed the old shoes I noticed the backing plates have worn grooves where the back of the shoes ride on and they are pretty deep. I have looked for new backing plates and cannot find any. Does anyone know how these can be repaired...
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    difference between Dextron III and Mercon?

    What is the difference between Dextron III and Mercon ATF ?
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    Shelby style deck lid for a 66?

    Where is the best place to purchase a fiberglass Shelby style deck lid and quarter panel extensions for a 66? I have seen them in Mustang Plus but I heard the quality is not to good? Can anyone help? Thanks
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    stripes on a GT350

    Are the top stripes on a 66 GT350 painted on or are they decals?
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