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  1. rpk

    Anyone planning on dropping the new 5.0 into a classic?

    I'm currently laid off from Fords in Windsor. Two years ago, before being laid off I asked management for one for my 67 fastback. They looked at me as if I had two heads and said there was no such engine,even though we had some running in the dyno room, and a few prototypes in Essex engine...
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    Fiberglass parts wanted

    alot of times it's a crap shoot. For my 67 I got my shelby style hood from K.A.R in Columbus,Ohio. It's not too bad but still needs lots of work and a bit flimsy. My shelby trunk lid from CJ Pony(paid $400),needs sooo much work. End caps from NPD are horrible. Got a chin spoiler(fiberglass)...
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    Alternative to Stock 1965 Side Mirrors? (pics appreciated)

    I'm using the 65 shelby bullit style for my 67 fastback. Got them off ebay from a place in England. Unlike the Chinese crappy chrome,these are polished stainless steel by a company called tex automotive. If I recalled they were,around $85 US including shipping to Canada. Very nice.
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    First Time engine build - need 331 advice

    check out The Mustang Depot. They offer very competatively priced kits for Fords. They offer a nodular iron crank that is between a cast and forged crank.Also they offer pro comp aluminum heads assembled for under $700. Go with the roller block. ARP head,main cap and rod bolts are a must! In...
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    67 Mustang eninge build and rear end questions

    OK then,if the rear is on your conscience get someone trustworthy look at it,and won't sell you what you don't need. After that make sure it is safe. Here,we have to bring a car in for a "safety check" when ownership is changing,or voluntary if you just want piece of mind. It involves making...
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    67 Mustang eninge build and rear end questions

    what do you mean by howled? High rpms or noise from the rear end? If it's just rpm's the T5 will take care of that. If you mean noise, and if the gears are not original,someone didn't set them up properly. To check the ratio you don't need to open it. Put a mark on the inside of tire and a...
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    67 Mustang eninge build and rear end questions

    -change the stock rod bolts for ARP bolts,seen too many rod bolts let go. The bolts are the weakest link. -if you go with the aluminum heads,compression is fine -don't want to jinx anything,but up here,shops are moving away from edelbrock cams(engines not lasting through break in,wearing...
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    Anyone have an electronic ship manual or wiring diagrams for a 66?

    Mustang tech and info links - Wiring & Vacuum Diagrams Mustang tech and info links - Wiring & Vacuum Diagrams
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    engine tips

    I've always had good luck with a Comp Cams 268H as the biggest criusing cam for a small engine. All I would trust is Comp Cams.I've heard stories about edelbrock not lasting past break in, and I had back luck with a Summit cam. Never a problem with Comp. They're all I use now,it's made in the...
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    retiring mustang. help with economy dd

    go with the 4cyl mustang. Replacement parts are cheap, and are readily available and in stock, try that with an import.You basically know all about the cars. And you can still customise it to look tasteful(like a 5.0) try THAT with an import!
  11. rpk

    68 mustang coupe /2JZ turbo swap

    WOW,awesome cars. That's a little more stomach pleasing combo than the Asian combo in a classic mustang. I guess the times are pretty good over there compared to here in North America. Nice work!
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    Removing oil pan help

    I undid the oil pump while pan was resting on the rack,then it gives you more room to tilt pan and fish it out
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    big block in a fox

    love the big block.D&D automotive sells a complete kit for the swap. Any 4cyl or 5.0 k member works.The Mustang Depot has all the rebuild components for a decent price. I think the power brake booster is fine in your car.I believe the maximum dia. booster that fits is 7 or 8 inches,smaller the...
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    AOD effect

    it will probably not really change much, you'll be in the power band a won't need as much throttle. Besides, it will be much more fun to drive,and you'll give 'er a little bit more. After all, in these bad times, if it uses a touch more gas,which I don't think it will, the smile you'll have and...
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    For those of you with experience pulling/building/swapping engines-

    do the short block properly for the $1000. Everything else can be added later as money comes,and you won't need to take the motor out again. Done a swap on girlfriends 79 mustang(4 to an 8 cyl) in a housing complex parking lot in January here in Canada(what we won't do to get laid). If you want...
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    AOD effect

    I first had 4:10 in my 85GT with the AOD. Great around town but a bit high on highway. I'd hit 3rd gear crossing a 6 lane intersection. Switched to 3:55 and found it lacking around town but decent on highway. The fox guys say for a 5.0 best all round gear is 3:73. Haven't tried yet but sounds...
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    68 mustang coupe /2JZ turbo swap

    nice work! I thought I was out of the box when I cut the body off a 95 T-bird and put the 67 fastback body on top. I like that it is not your typical mustang II front, coil overs in back and standard SB or BB.Nice creativity and using what you got. HOWEVER, it does not sit well with most...
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    68 mustang coupe /2JZ turbo swap

    just put a "FORD" sticker on it. I work at a Ford plant in Windsor,Canada. No matter where the part is made,US,India,Mexico,or here,the sticker makes it a "Ford" part so it has to be good.Right? No? Maybe? Well the sticker says Ford.
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    need help w/rr qtr fitment

    Do you need new ones? If yours are still good,and the body shop is any good,they'll line it all up. I'm using a fiberglass shelby one with the matching end caps. What I did was I looked around for an original mustang trunk lid,since I didn't have one. Nobody was willing to take one off their car...
  20. rpk

    brakes

    thanks guys
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