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  1. mustbereel

    Torsional rigidity test: 67 coupe

    I plan to add a bar from the firewall to the frame rails. I plan to run it under the fender from the corner where the cowl vent and cowl side panel meet down to the frame just in front of the suspension. It just needs to be out of the way for suspension and tire movement. I then want to tie it...
  2. mustbereel

    Torsional rigidity test: 67 coupe

    This is one of the changes I plan to make and one of the reasons I chose to secure the chassis at the extreme rear. I'm considering adding stringers to the subframe connectors. I don't want anything to hang down too much so I thought I might run a length of 1"x.5" tubing along the rockers...
  3. mustbereel

    Torsional rigidity test: 67 coupe

    The torque boxes are definitely worth the trouble. I had my fastback on a rotisserie before and after the torque boxes and the chassis was noticeably stiffer. I just thought it would make a difference in torsional rigidity too. I wasn't expecting much from the subframe connectors but the...
  4. mustbereel

    Torsional rigidity test: 67 coupe

    Inspired by the Mustang II suspension thread I spent the last couple of days testing the torsional rigidity of my 67 coupe. Since I am installing a MII front end from Rod & Custom this gave me the opportunity to compare stock to MII. I also tested various additions like front torque box and...
  5. mustbereel

    MIG Welder

    snottystang, I have a Lincoln Pro-Mig 135 which I bought at Home Depot or Lowes for around $450. I bought a gas tank at Airgas. Don't bother with a small tank get a 135 cubic foot tank or you'll be refilling it often.
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    MIG Welder

    I bought a cheap Harbor Freight MIG and used the flux core wire at first. It worked for about 2 days before it became intermittent. Then it just stopped working. I replaced it with a 115v Lincoln MIG added gas and couldn't believe how much better it performed. From sheet metal to 3/16" steel it...
  7. mustbereel

    What are these?

    It can also be used to attach the watershields to the doors.
  8. mustbereel

    1965 Fastback project.

    I thought about the 67 Shelby hood but I'll probably put one on my 67 coupe so I want something different for the fastback. Originally I selected the hood to clear the Webers but the engine is low enough that I could probably use a stock hood. Thanks, that's exactly what I was hoping for. I...
  9. mustbereel

    1965 Fastback project.

    Steering wheel is Grant Collectors edition mahogany 1175 $244 at Summit Racing Billet horn button with FORD center: 5875 about $24 Billet installation kit: 5249-1 about $50. I don't remember paying that much but I do like the look and feel. I bought the wheel and then tried to mix the...
  10. mustbereel

    1965 Fastback project.

    The hood may end up on my 65 coupe if I change it. But we'll see.
  11. mustbereel

    1965 Fastback project.

    The main problem with the BB/CC paints are isocyanates in the hardeners. I found this at the link below: Isocyanates are powerful irritants to the mucous membranes of the eyes and gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts. Direct skin contact can also cause marked inflammation. Isocyanates can...
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    1965 Fastback project.

    If you are using a BC/CC paint system I highly recommend the fresh air hood. These paints can cause respiratory and nervous system ailments and the effect is cumulative. Other paints are not quite as dangerous. Also make sure to cover all exposed skin. One last time time could be too much...
  13. mustbereel

    1965 Fastback project.

    It will never be done. Surprise thread resurrection of the day! The car isn't finished and I'm still working on those gremlins but it is driveable. I think the interior turned out nice but the exterior isn't quite where I want it. The Webers still need to be tuned but that should be taken...
  14. mustbereel

    Pony kickpanel assembly

    Does anyone have any tips and/or photos to help me assemble the pony kickpanels? Specifically where does the vinyl flap that is attached to the carpet go? It looks like it folds under or around the edges of the kickpanel but in some places that seems difficult. Is there glue or tape...
  15. mustbereel

    Your Engine Compartment!!!

    That's one of the nice things about a MII conversion. I also hid the wires in the fenders so that cleans it up some too. Easy plug access.
  16. mustbereel

    Your Engine Compartment!!!

    Mods in sig (fastback)
  17. mustbereel

    The "Mustang II" IFS Real Info & Debate Thread

    I curious about the recency of the failures too. Catastrophic suspension failure is not an option on a street driven car and if the modern kits are failing I want to know about it. The early hot rod MII kits used the strut arm but had conversion kits to mount a true lower A arm. The...
  18. mustbereel

    The "Mustang II" IFS Real Info & Debate Thread

    That would be an interesting experiment. It would be fun to do it without the hood so you could see any movement. However, it has nothing to do with the MII conversion since the front and rear sidepans are retained.
  19. mustbereel

    4.6 fit in a 1965 mustang

    I have a 2003 Cobra DOHC (iron block) goint into my 67. I weighed it with all accessories including supercharger, alt, ps pump, ac pump, pulleys and belts, exhaust manifolds and flywheel with clutch/pressure plate. 700lbs. I have an aluminum block for it which will reduce weight by about 70lbs...
  20. mustbereel

    The "Mustang II" IFS Real Info & Debate Thread

    GT500KR_vert, That looks exceptionally strong. I'm sure many will say that most people who install a MII do not go to the same lengths. I will do some tests. I have a 67 coupe shell that I'm about to start working on. I will test torsional rigidity in various configurations. To keep it...
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