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  1. HistoricMustang

    coils settling??

    Good point. I have a set that OpenTracker provided that have not been put on the car. Need to set aside some time to do this work. Acceptable front spring height is a weekend project. To do it right you need to put in and then take out and then cut and do the same process many more...
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    Video of building my Mustang Twice!!!

    Yes, it is kinda cool to see the tach in the late model zoom up through 7000 in his 351 while my 289 is just hummin' along. However, the late models 4 disc brakes will get my rear drum car every time. HistoricMustang
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    negative wedge plates angle?

    The theory on negative camber is simple. Do not use on a street car or you get the effect you mentioned with tire wear. However, it does look cool. On race cars the wear does take place on the inside of the tires while going in a straight line but this is offset by the wear that take place...
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    Question for those with cages...

    I will try to get a photograph up and you are correct on the dome light. HistoricMustang
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    Granada or Mustang spindles?

    IMHO no aftermarket parts should be used for racing unless they are checked after every session for possible defects. I have preached this for years. And, they should be checked on a very regular basis when used on street cars. These aftermarket parts simply do not go through the...
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    Question for those with cages...

    Left the headliner and braces out to save weight and then just simply used "spatter" paint. Turned out nice. HistoricMustang
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    Video of building my Mustang Twice!!!

    A video of mine after it got built and hangin' with a late model at the track. http://www.historicmustang.com/pearsonhenrywaveby.html HistoricMustang www.historicmustang.com
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    Granada or Mustang spindles?

    I actually use Granada spindles on the race car and have had not one problem. Be concerned with the after market type, simply because of the lack of testing. HistoricMustang www.historicmustang.com
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    negative wedge plates angle?

    I totally agree. Mine are down 1.25" and no problem what-so-ever, even under track conditions at speed at major NASCAR ovals. HistoricMustang
  10. HistoricMustang

    I want to burn some rubber

    Very good advice. The 3.50 is a good street gear. My road race track car uses a 3.89. HistoricMustang www.historicmustang.com
  11. HistoricMustang

    cooling problems

    ................also, make sure you do not have the fan(s) wired backwards. By doing so they would be running in reverse and pushing a certain amount of hot air from the engine compartment through the radiator. Ask me how I know this could happen. HistoricMustang www.historicmustang.com
  12. HistoricMustang

    BARN FIND...(actually it was in a warehouse)

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    cooling problems

    I am of the opinion that you simply do not have enough air moving through the radiator. HistoricMustang
  14. HistoricMustang

    list your cars weight

    2650# - no driver! NASA certified! HistoricMustang
  15. HistoricMustang

    SuperDave here: checking in

    Dave, I am checking in also. Been real busy on a non-profit memorial project. Enjoy those early models! HistoricMustang
  16. HistoricMustang

    Side Stripe Specs Needed

    Yes, you want to go with the Shelby stripes. Branda has the best set up and that is what was on mine. HistoricMustang
  17. HistoricMustang

    Roll Cage

    Yep, why cut her up? Mine is called the "Flexible Flyer" and works just great at the track. HistoricMustang
  18. HistoricMustang

    T-5 How Strong

    You will be fine! HistoricMustang
  19. HistoricMustang

    Trunk Rear seat divider

    You can do this yourself and save a ton of money. Mine is nothing more than a sheet of aluminum cut to size and fastened. HistoricMustang
  20. HistoricMustang

    Oil temp. ..how hot is hot

    The rule of thumb! Water Temp or Oil Temp above 240 for any length of time is HOT. HistoricMustang www.historicmustang.com/tech.html
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