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  1. 69 Rustang

    73 side stripe dimensions

    You can't tell in a picture or in casual observation, but the widths of the stripes and distances between the narrow and wide stripes vary throughout the length of the car. Very difficult to replicate exactly. When I did my '73 a few years ago, rather than paint the side stripes on, I bought...
  2. 69 Rustang

    96 cobra shortblock build

    In 1996 I lived in Redondo Beach. At that time, my 96 Cobra only had an "overheating" (which meant running hot) problem when I was in the high desert between Apple Valley and Vegas/Kingman. In Torrance/Redondo, the car ran fine. I did have the TSB performed back late 1996 though...
  3. 69 Rustang

    How much should I pay for a paint job

    For a quality paint job you could easily spend over $1K just buying paint even if you did it yourself. $6K for a quality paint job does not surprise me even remotely. $12K, while a lot of money, can be considered reasonable--it all depends on what you are having done and what your final...
  4. 69 Rustang

    valvespring removal

    If the head has been run, the keepers get "wedged" in. The "keepers" are the 2 small pieces holding the valve in the retainer. I lightly hit the retainer with a hammer to break the keepers loose from the retainer (don't hit the top of the valve, hit the spring retainer). You can feel a...
  5. 69 Rustang

    Recentering a rearend?

    That is about all there is--the dimensions are very simple 2D length/width dimensions. I don't even remember their being any height measures. Modern collision shops have computerized measuring systems measuring in 3 dimensions using upper tower, A pillar, B pillar, etc points for measuring...
  6. 69 Rustang

    Anybody bother to record MPG on their steeds?

    I used to when I drove my '69 daily many many years ago. Seem to remember getting about 13mpg no matter how good I behaved or not. I did once make a trip where I got nearly 20mpg once going from Kansas City to Bethany, MO and then on to Omaha on one tank. Not sure how, but I triple...
  7. 69 Rustang

    Recentering a rearend?

    Most body shops charge about 2 to 2.5 hours/units of labor to set up and measure. Labor rates vary by market, some markets have a separate "frame" labor rate from the "body" repair labor rate. As most labor rates are below $80, would guess it would be under $200 TO MEASURE if you can find a...
  8. 69 Rustang

    Best solvent for parts washer?

    If it is the stuff you have to water down, just take it back as it is a waste of money. If it is a true parts cleaning solvent, what is the name of it, I want to check that out!!! The rest of you, you just don't get it--we live in California, we don't get the good stuff anymore. Just wait...
  9. 69 Rustang

    CJ Pony Parts.....Never again!!

    I have had problems with OEM valances as well as repros. I restored a '65 convertible in the '80s when you could buy most of the parts from Ford and the rear valance I bought was too short. I have gotten creative at fixing that. My '69 was my best success so far as I just painted it (if I...
  10. 69 Rustang

    Recentering a rearend?

    Interesting thread, I just discovered my car is slightly offset to the right side by about a 1/4" inch last week. I was hoping to get an 1/8" back through "slop" by loosening and reseting. Now I have doubts... I need that 1/8" inch for tire clearance! I may try swapping the left and right...
  11. 69 Rustang

    Best solvent for parts washer?

    I ordered a 5 gallon can of solvent from a machine tool supply company out of Nevada. It did cost me $50 (shipped to my door), but I am still using it and still have a few gallons in the can. The worst part is I have to store the extra solvent (as opposed to being able to just run down and buy...
  12. 69 Rustang

    buttonwillow on sat. yes i know the windsheild is dirty

    Very cool, you should have passed him. Buttonwillow is where my F150 decided to die when I bought my 72 Mach 1 last March. The line of trees are all too familiar...
  13. 69 Rustang

    65-66 Front Brake Hose Brackets WANTED

    I need front brake hose brackets from a 65-66. Anyone have a parts car with set they want to get rid of? Need them for my Mustang Steve Cobra Brake conversion. Thanks! http://www.streetortrack.com/files/vmf/brakelineclip.jpg
  14. 69 Rustang

    So what'd yall get for X-mas?

    The coolest presents were: - My wife gave me a set of Nitto 245/40/17's for my '69. - My brother in-law gave me a MP3 player loaded with about 200 songs.
  15. 69 Rustang

    1969 Mustang quarter scoop seal needed!

    No seal on mine either.
  16. 69 Rustang

    Longer Wheel Studs for 9" rear

    OOOOOooooo!!! Me likey! I think that may be the solution! Thanks!
  17. 69 Rustang

    Longer Wheel Studs for 9" rear

    This takes angled lugs as a regular wheel takes. Longer studs appear to be the solution looking at the wheels on the axle.
  18. 69 Rustang

    Longer Wheel Studs for 9" rear

    Scroll down in this post and you will see them. http://forums.stangnet.com/showthread.php?t=670296
  19. 69 Rustang

    Longer Wheel Studs for 9" rear

    I am finally putting my 69 Mustang back together after painting a few weeks ago. First order of business was rear axle. When I went to test my new wheels on my 9", I found the wheel studs are too short. Does anyone know what part number/brand I need to order to get a 1/2" longer press in...
  20. 69 Rustang

    looking for 73 mustang part

    Watch Ebay, every once in a while one is on there and they go very inexpensively. You will likely pay as much in shipping to get it because they are HEAVY! Wish I had one to help you out with.
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