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Route666

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Anyone know of any information on converting from an auto to a manual? Any online stuff would help lots especially.

If it matters, I would rather know specifically about the 69 year.
 
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See if this helps

http://fordmuscle.com/archives/2000/09/t5swap/index.shtml
 

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thats a great link..

If I were you though, I would get the pedal setup, save your money and dont buy the zbar setup. Just do a cable clutch conversion and be done with it. There is a differnce in power and non power brake/clutch pedals, make sure you get the right ones. THe power ones will work on a manual but not the other way
 
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I did the swap on my '65 convert. It was dead when I bought it. Basically, I jacked it up about three feet and dropped the entire drive train (engine out the top though) and suspension/brakes. It is a big job but doable. In the '65 everything bolted in. Took several weekends, but was worth it. I use a gusseted Z-bar and it is smooth and reliable. Since it is all identical to stock (except for the 11" diaphram clutch), I keep the Z-bar linkage greased and it is fine. The biggest PIA was the pedal assembly. I went with a roller bearing unit even though it cost more. The bearings last a lot longer than the plast bushings in the stocker. The other option is to sell the car and buy a V8 car unless you really like the car. I don't know about the '69s. Maybe just and engine and tans swap plus springs are all you need. I seem to remember reading that somewhere, but maybe comparing specs (like brake size, etc.) is a good idea before you start.
 

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Cool thanks guys!

VictorII, where did you get a roller-bearing pedal assembly? That sounds quality!
 

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roller bearing pedals:

www.mustangsteve.com
 
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