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  1. JonK

    Remote Starter Solenoid Wiring Question

    None of the wires coming from the solenoid should be grounded, the only ground is where you bolt the solenoid down. The ground is from the - of the battery to the block. When facing the mounted solenoid as it normally is on the fenderwall the batt. + attaches the left post, the right post cable...
  2. JonK

    Preparing to make adjustable strut rods

    I followed Daze's instructions but didn't want to machine my strutrods any thinner than necessary to thread them so I went with larger heims, tube and bought the next larger clevis from the same co. he mentions. I had to grind off the top part of the bolt head but it fit between the front mount...
  3. JonK

    Electric Choke Draining Battery?

    I ran mine to the stator STA post on back of the alt., this is the way ford did it later. Only has juice when in the run position. Didn't have to run a wire through the firewall or install a fuse like this. Jon
  4. JonK

    Head Light Wiring

    Here's another, you can get the relays at the parts store, they're a universal product for driving lights, fog lights, etc. You have to take the load off of that stock headlight switch, as mentioned they weren't designed for the extra amperage so they'll cut off like a circuit breaker when they...
  5. JonK

    ... '65 Mustang V8 Front Shock Absorbers ? ...

    The KYB Gas-A-Justs are stiffer than the KYB GR-2's so it's kind of a prefernce thing, but the GAJ are definately the stiffer of the 2. The GR-2's are less $ than the GAJ's. I have the GR-2's all the way around and like the ride, it's sporty without being harsh or jarring but doesn't wallow or...
  6. JonK

    Stangersite.com rebuilding turnaround time question

    Mine took a few months last year but I was in no hurry as the engine is still out. I read he had health issues before xmas but was getting caught up going into the new year 2010. He does first rate work at a very reasonable price, comes back looking new but he is 'old school' as I call it...
  7. JonK

    What Wiper Blades actually work on 65-66?

    Looks like the arms are ~$30/pr for the polished, NPD's the same price but doesn't claim polished: http://www.mustangsunlimited.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=WA2+01 Not too bad for such an important part, actually being able to see... Jon
  8. JonK

    What Wiper Blades actually work on 65-66?

    As tx65Coupe mentioned make sure they are sitting flat and flush. I use the universal ANCO 15", it's a U15R or a 11-15 part #, it slips right into my original arm and has a metal spine so it's stronger than the replacement plastic ones and looks better. I order them from O'Reilly's and pick them...
  9. JonK

    Help! I'm being defeated by pulleys and belts

    Here's a pic of a stock 3 groove crank pulley for A/C. I don't know if the Vintage air system will put the pulley in the same alignment as the stock 'brick' compressor especially since there is no idler on the VA. It sure looks like there's an idler pulley above the WP pulley in this pic on...
  10. JonK

    Would you trade a '67 Mustang vert for...

    That's a tough one and would depend on how much I use the conv. and how well optioned the Torino is. The ThunderJet is the base model 429 @360HP, then there's the CJ@370 and SCJ@375, I wouldn't want to have to fill any of them with gas on a regular basis. Both would get attention at a cruise in...
  11. JonK

    New 331 is in the car but I have a fan problem.

    I'm not surprised the setup you have now (one center fan) fell short with more heat, it leaves >25% of the cooling area outside the fan shroud. Whatever setup you go with be sure the shroud encloses the whole fin area like the 4 fan one, that way it pulls air through the whole radiator...
  12. JonK

    Suspension Rebuild Tips Please

    Agreed, the shop manual for your year is the way to go, they're usually <$50 and have wealth of info. in them on rebuilding most of the car along with torque values, capacities, etc. I keep all my notes of things I've changed, settings, mods, casting numbers, etc. so it's all in one place. I use...
  13. JonK

    68's washer not sprayin'

    Here's some pics of my '67 pump, disassembled, cleaned, sprayed/rubbed with McGuire's rubber conditioner and put a new o ring on the mount. Had to guess at the o ring, matched it as close as I could at the local hardware store (bigger selection than HD or Lowes). You have to be really gentle...
  14. JonK

    Demand for old parts

    One man's junk is another's treasure, it would help if you post your location as the front drums/brakes are heavy to ship but may be worth the effort for someone local. It wouldn't hurt to post them to craigslist or ebay if no one wants them on the forum. Some convert to PS or have systems that...
  15. JonK

    Long tubes or Tri-Y's

    Andrew, here's the part #'s, I picked up a pair of used unpainted off fleabay, had them blasted and painted them with VHT ceramic silver for ~$120 toether. I wish I would have bought a pair of newly ceramic coated for ~$350 as I see they've gone up in price...
  16. JonK

    Long tubes or Tri-Y's

    I picked up a pair of MAC longtubes and will be installing an AOD, however I haven't done a test fit on the motor/trans as a combo but plan to before I install. The MAC's were the only ones I found listed that would fit my PS car for a reasonalby amount ($150 plain-$350 ceramic). From pics I've...
  17. JonK

    Factory gauges

    Ok, you lost me, so you have some aftermarket gauges hooked up and the stokers disconnected? Need more info. on your setup. What are the aftermarket ones - electrical or mechanical water, oil and volt or amp? I think you're going to need to run dual sending units to run both I'm guessing. Jon
  18. JonK

    Factory gauges

    I'm pretty sure they're set to read from the original design sensor which may be a different ohm than the 5.0 gauges. You can get replacement sensors (water, oil) from your local parts store for your car (O'Reilly's gets mine next day in Standard brand for me). If none of your gauges are working...
  19. JonK

    Suspension replacement, need opinions

    I'm doing my '67 as a similar use, DD along with some trips to 1/8, 1/4 and hopefully some open track. I originally did the 'all in one' kit and wish I had spent a little more on QUALITY UCA/LCA as my lowers keep sliding at the bushing side and rubbing (metal>metal) inside the mount which can't...
  20. JonK

    HIPO manifolds VS Long Tube Headers 289 65 mustang

    Synthartist69, as you may notice in my sig I'm about to install my 289 stoked to 333ci (had to go .040" over) 9.7:1 comp. with MAC long tubes, AFR 165 heads port matched to a Weiand Stealth (dual plane/highrise), 3.50:1 gears and a built AOD (2200-2500 stall). As mentioned by 2+2GT the heads are...
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