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    Buying a Mustang in Iraq

    Ditto - I bought a 2003 Mach 1 in Germany through AAFES just before I deployed. The process was much like you said and I was very pleased with the whole thing. But, one word of caution - although it is true that you do not have to pay tax when you buy the car, you will have to pay a state...
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    289 Flywheel Installation

    Thanks. I didn't notice the bolt patern being different since I put it back on the way it was on the old engine I took it off of. I had a vibration in that engine and wondered if it might have been caused by the flywheel being incorrectly mounted. It looks like the old engine was...
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    289 Flywheel Installation

    Does it matter how the flywheel is bolted to the crank in relation to the harmonic balancer? I ask because I know the balancer and flywheel are 28 oz imbalance, and I noticed the flywheel has an offset bulk in the casting, so that got me to thinking it might throw off the balance if I mount it...
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    re-wiring a 65 fastback

    I got it from CJ's Pony parts. It's the same one that most Mustang parts vendors carry and it was complete and fit perfectly. I made sure I took lots of good digital pictures of my old wiring before I took it out and I even labled some connections just to be sure. I also had a wiring diagram...
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    Redoing interior (progress thread)

    tchelle16 - For some reason I cannot see any of the pictures you've posted. It was the same for your engine swap. I followed your progree but your pictures never came up. Anyone know why that is?
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    windshield install time!

    The guy that owned my car before me replaced the front and rear weather stripping and did not use sealer...when it rained outside it rained inside as well! I could see the water flowing around the pilars when I drove in the rain. Wet carpets suck!!! The irregular contours created by the spot...
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    re-wiring a 65 fastback

    I did what 66HertzClone suggested; I bought a reproduction wiring harness and it made installation very easy since everything connected and the colors were correct. I thought of going aftermarket but did not want the hastle of making connectors match or trying to sort out the aftermarket color...
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    Pics of my Satin Silver 07 w Black Stripes

    :nice:
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    CDC Glassback Roof

    I think it looks great and I want one in a bad way, but don't have that kind of money to throw at my car. I can see how it is so expensive since it is a low production glass panel with low production trim pieces. That plus labor adds up. If I had the money I would have a serious dilema on...
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    Remove Crankshaft Pulley?

    The last time I did it on my 289 I slid a large screw driver through the harmonic balancer, wedged it against the engine and used a breaker bar. It came loose with not too much effort. I've also done it befor by chocking the rear wheels, putting it in gear and then used a breaker bar. The key...
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    Classic stereo setups?

    It really depends on what you are looking for. If you want the best sound at the best price then I would go with some of the custom recommendations others have mentioned here. If you want original looks with good sound then go with Custom Auto Sounds USA-66. I have one in my 66 and I like it...
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    Front and Rear Window Installation

    Since you were successful doing the headliner yourself you should definitely be able to do the glass install yourself. Believe me; you’ll be better off doing it yourself. My Dad had a “professional” shop install a new windshield on his 66 and it leaked badly. They used sealant but it still...
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    Looking to buy an 08 as a daily driver. Good or bad idea?

    My wife is 5'1" and we have a car seat in the back for our 5 year old girl. Our 8 year old boy sits in the back behind me without a car seat (he's almost 9 now). We all fit fairly nicely and even took it to visit the Grandmother some 800 miles away but they are getting bigger now so I think...
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    Need some help! What do you think about this mustang??

    If that vin # is correct it was a 289 car. The c stands for 2bbl 289. If it used to be a I6 the code would be T.
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    Cam too tight in rebuilt engine?

    Thanks everyone for the great advice. Now I'm glad that I couldn't get the engine started. You all really helped me to narrow down my search, and I do have an old cam that I'll try just to see if it slides in and turns like it should. If it doesn't I'll know for sure it's the bearings...
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    Cam too tight in rebuilt engine?

    Thanks everyone for the fast input. rbohm - I think you gave me my new plan of attach; I'll check the bearings and journals for trueness and hopefully I will be able to find the trouble spot. Thanks!
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    Cam too tight in rebuilt engine?

    I didn't have the lifters in when I noticed it was tight, but it was all lubed up. I definately was not able to turn it by hand like you described and had to use a breaker bar. Based on your description I think mine is way too tight for some reason. Thanks.
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    Cam too tight in rebuilt engine?

    I believe so. The cam is brand new (although I know that doesn't necessarily mean it’s straight) and went in and turned easily until it was fully in. Once fully in it became tight. I suspect some clearance issues at the rear.
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    Cam too tight in rebuilt engine?

    :shrug: I assembled a remanufactured engine from PAW (289, .030 over) and installed an Edelbrock Performer cam. I checked all the crank and rod bearing tolerances and all were consistently right in the middle, and end play was good. I also checked piston ring gaps and they were good. When I...
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    Oil Change Question

    I always put 6 full quarts. First I pour as much into the filter as it will hold without spilling and then install the filter and pour the rest into the crank case. Also, like kooldawg6 says, I have my car elevated so the front is higher than the rear when I drain the old oil. Once I'm...
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