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    Drilling hole in tie rod

    Wish I could double nut, had to cut the tie rod bolt down so it wouldn't drag across the rack and pinion bellows. Can only get one nut on it. I bought a new drill bit today that is for metal only, hopefully it will bite through the tie rod so the cotter pin can get through. Just don't trust...
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    Drilling hole in tie rod

    So the Nylocs are safe? I have the castle nuts that came with the tie rods, the TCP kit included two nylocs to replace the castle nuts if you had to trim the tie rods. I had to trim and lost the cotter pin hole. Would like to resuse the castle nut but cannot drill through the tie rod.
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    Drilling hole in tie rod

    Putting the finishing touches on the TCP manual rack install. To clear the rack and pinion bellows I had to grind down the inner tie rod ends and ended up grinding off the section that has the hole for the cotter pin. The kit included two nuts with nylon bushings that replace the castle nut...
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    Help with Granada Spindles

    Granada tie rods You nailed it. The outer tie rod end is not snug in the steering arm. The car had the Granada spindles when I bought it. I just replaced the tie rod ends with 65 ends that were an exact match to what I took off. The car is a 289 with power steering. Will the Granada ends go...
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    How do you use your Stang?

    Weekend driver and some shows. Constantly on the upgrade list. I've had my '65 Fastback for 4 years now, performance mods include: 3:50 Posi Granada disc conversion 5 speed Tremac Tri-Y headers 17" Bullit wheels 331 stroker TCP manual rack (finish this week!) Next year - thinking...
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    Removing distributor (can't get it out)

    Hey, Just need to pull harder, maybe jostle it up and down a few times until it comes out. Make sure you mark the rotor position on the distributor and the direction the distributor is pointing in when you take it out so you don't mess up your timing. I replaced my intake gaskets without...
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    Restoration Parts Suppliers

    Had a bad experience with Mustangs Unlimited. Bought a set of traction bars that stated "instructions included'. Contacted them 3 times telling them I didn't get the instructions. No resolution yet. I just put them on my bad list and won't do business with them again.
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    Complete Eaton Power Steering system

    Hi Everyone, Am in the middle of converting the front steering on my '65 Stang to a TCP rack and pinion. I am pulling out a complete, functioning, and best of all, non-leaking at the time, Eaton power steering system. My question, should I keep the system in a box and save it or sell it...
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    How tough to rebuild or overhaul a C4 trans?

    C4 leak That's it. I've got one around here somewhere. I replaced it, started leaking again 18 months later. Like I said, not a fun job. I got tranny fluid everywhere, running down my arms as I dropped the valve body. Tranny shop wanted 180 bucks in labor to do the job. (4 hours at 45...
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    How tough to rebuild or overhaul a C4 trans?

    Leaking C4 C4 is notorious for shifter leaks. You probably don't need to rebuild, but you do have to drop the valve body to get to the shifter seal. Messy, messy job.
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    Traction Master Bars - '65 Install

    Traction Master bars Yeah, the bolt sticks through the shock plate a good half inch. Drilling the traction mount sounds better than grinding that bolt. I'll throw it in the drill press and paint before I install. Thanks, Mike
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    Traction Master Bars - '65 Install

    Traction Master bars Anybody?
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    Traction Master Bars - '65 Install

    Anyone know where I can find a set of installation instructions for these? I bought a new set cheap, so cheap they didn't include the install instructions. They look pretty simple to install, do I grind down the center leaf spring bolt so it fits flush on the leaf spring plate? Would it be...
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    Capping '65 Distribution Block

    '65 Dirstibution Block Cap Yup, they had it. Only they've moved all the brake fittings to the back, you have to ask them to dig it out. Part number is 320393 for a brass cap 3/8 inch by 24 thread. Now the messy part, trying not to get brake fluid on my paint job. Thanks DJCarbine. Mike
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    Capping '65 Distribution Block

    Ready to dump the single pot master cylinder with a dual master cylinder and need to find a cap for the distribution block. I plan on running the rear drum brakes directly to the master cylinder but can't find a cap to close the distribution block rear brake feed. Any suggestions? I did...
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    need help 64 D code

    MSD could go bad. I would check all my grounds first. The overheated battery cables are a good indicator. Remove and clean the block ground, then check the passenger side valve cover grounding strap. Might be corroded, loose, or just not making good contact. Outside chance the solenoid is...
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    67 Mustang Disc Upgrade!!!

    '65 Granada conversion Thanks for the alignment specs, it was set to the '65 standards. Not the ones you have listed. I have not lowered the front end, everything I read said this was bad for this conversion so I kept it stock. Even so the steering went to crap and the tires are singing...
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    67 Mustang Disc Upgrade!!!

    Granada on a '67 Hi, I did the Granada conversion on my '65. Regretted it since. The steering went from manageable to the crazy side to side stuff. Even after three alignments. The Granada will not work with 14inch rims, need at least 15 inch. Rod and Custom makes a good kit that...
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    Rack and Pinion upgrade

    TCP Rack on order! Just placed the order. Will give a full report after installation. Looks like for overall fit they are the one. Went the manual route though, don't drive her enough to warrant the power (the cost was pretty steep too). Should I keep the old power steering system? Any...
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    Warranty number=VIN??????

    Warranty Number Warranty number and VIN is the same. Do a search under Mustang VIN decoder and you will see the door tag that has the Warranty number listed. Had the same problem with my insurance company, none of them recoginze the 11 digit VIN they used way back when. Mike
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