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    1965 289 Timing Cover on a 1987 5.0HO

    Hi All, Ok so I'm taking my block and crank in tomorrow for mag and decking etc:banana: . My block is a 1987HO roller but I want the engine to run on carb not EFI (nostalgia). I have a timing cover from a 1965 289 and am thinking this may work on the 5.0 to get the dipstick up front and accept...
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    GT350 Hood Fitment

    I've since found out there's a guy 2 minutes away from me (literally) who make what are touted as fabulous GT350 hoods (and a couple of other types). He is in the business of making fg playground equipment and does hoods on the side. Supposed to be excellent. Not $300 though..he charges $650 for...
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    Progress Thread Stuck on an Axle Bearing - Any Ideas

    Yes I've thought about that. Even if the bearing suffered a catastrophic failure the axle plate should prevent the '3 wheeling' I would think. The rear third member is going to be replaced. I just need to get it working so I can shuttle the car once the motor is in. I will be replacing the third...
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    Progress Thread Stuck on an Axle Bearing - Any Ideas

    Bearing turns nicely with the axle out. Also, as you stated the axles are in the correct side. We're talking about 1/8" or so until she's home but just won't go that last little bit. The axle are completely different in length and I think it would be very clear if they were in the wrong way.
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    Progress Thread Stuck on an Axle Bearing - Any Ideas

    Bearings were already on the rear when I bought it. I'm assuming they are on correctly but don't know for sure.
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    Progress Thread Stuck on an Axle Bearing - Any Ideas

    With the axle in place as far as I can get it it, the pinion still turns freely. When I start tightening the bolts the pinion gets tougher and tougher to turn. Maybe I'll pull the third member out and try to refit the axle to see if at least there's no problem with the bearing race. First I'll...
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    Progress Thread Stuck on an Axle Bearing - Any Ideas

    Yes it does. Really weird..I actually reversed that tin shim thinking the small flange may somehow be interfering. Maybe I should heat the axle first and then try to send her home. A brain scratcher for sure.
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    GT350 Hood Fitment

    You and horse are right up my alley. I can't afford to have someone else do it (don't think I could pay someone for something I can do myself). Doesn't mean it's always perfect but then I want a driver not a trailer queen. It will look pretty darn nice and I'll be able to say I did it myself. I...
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    Progress Thread Stuck on an Axle Bearing - Any Ideas

    Thanks horse sense. I have hit the end of the axle with some 'persuasive' taps from a 10lb sledge and this thing doesn't want to go. I'll try oiling her up but there's already old axle grease on there which didn't seem to help. I'll try again though. Do you think there's a possibility that the...
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    Almost finished underneath. POR-15 and Gravlguard

    Shocks are now installed and everything is torqued on the rear. No fuel tank in the car which would likely drop it a little. Not sure if there will be any settling with this or not. Rims are 14" and the wheel opening sits 28" from the ground. Anyone know what a stock measurement would be? The...
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    Progress Thread Stuck on an Axle Bearing - Any Ideas

    Hi All, I am stuck with a problem and need a meeting of the minds. I installed the rear axle into the car and then re-installed the rear axles with the same bearings that were on to begin with. I bought the rear end loose so I'm not sure if it had any issues prior or not. Of course when...
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    GT350 Hood Fitment

    Words of wisdom for sure. When there's quite a bit left to do such as media blast, wiring, motor, interior, paint etc that $225 seems like a ton though.Comments noted though as you are definately correct. I think the shipping is so expensive b/c I use a parcel pick up company just over the...
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    GT350 Hood Fitment

    Yikes, $225 for shipping...that's a deal breaker. I may try to use another shipping centre with easier access for the truck. Hopefully that will help.
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    GT350 Hood Fitment

    Forgot to ask. What is happening with the front end on that car in the background??? I haven't seen that before. For a second I thought you had a 240Z Fairlady sitting there.
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    GT350 Hood Fitment

    I'm likin' it. Going to find out what shipping will be.
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    GT350 Hood Fitment

    Wow that look really nice. Great fit I'd say. Pricey??
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    GT350 Hood Fitment

    Hopefully I'm not :dead:. I would like to put one of these hoods on my car but have heard horror stories as to the fitment. I get it that a little sanding is required on most FG parts but I certainly don't want to buy one and then have to add 3/4" length to it as some have needed to do. Can...
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    Almost finished underneath. POR-15 and Gravlguard

    I'll be sure to post on here if there are any issues with it. I think if it were to ever start to peel I would take the car in and have the underside blasted and then re-do it. What's on now seems incredibly solid though. I'll post if anything crops up though.
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    Almost finished underneath. POR-15 and Gravlguard

    Actually I didn't. The reason is that I experimented with the application process on the upper side of the floorpans before doing it underneath. I used Metal ready on all of the front clip, control arms etc before applying the POR but the nylon stripping wheel crates a really nice surface...
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    Almost finished underneath. POR-15 and Gravlguard

    Thanks horsesense. I'm kind of learning as I go using the 'common sense' approach. I'll be sure to tighten everything while the springs are loaded, cheers. The forum is great too..you have all been a big help to me as I go through the process. That is much appreciated.:hail: After this I'm...
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