T5 Question
I am going thru my T5 trans that I plan on using for a conversion. although I have been inside transmissions several times I have never had to make a judgement on these 2 items. All the gears look...
View ArticleDampner identification
Can someone ID this for me? I was told it was from a 289… it was on my 302.
View ArticleOut with the old project, in with the new
I may have mentioned here I have a 67 Mustang project with a wee rust issue. Well, I don't think I will get around to it soon enough, which is also why I don't post much. So I went and found a 65 that...
View Article68 mustang 289 low compression
Hi guys I have a 68 mustang 289 with low compression I bought this car a couple of months ago from the granddaughter of the original owner, unfortunately the owner passed away 5 years ago and she did...
View ArticlePertronix Relay Question
My Relay should arrive tonight, Hoping to solve my 5. 1 V at coil in run position (engine off) , 10.1 V at idle at coil. I already have questions. 1. Where the small purple relay line is attached to...
View Article1966 swapped 289 running hot
Hello all, New here and this is my first time posting. I am the proud new owner of a 1966 mustang with a 289 swap (originally 6 cyl) with the 3 Spd manual trans. I bought this car in Eugene, OR a...
View ArticleCoil Resistance On A 289
Hi Guys, The engine still not firing so i have been told to check the voltage at the coil and the resistance of the coil. My question is what resistance should it be reading when i put my meter over...
View Article3-link fitment issues, anyone else?
Can it just be my mustang? First the frame that bolts up to the overlap on the tunnel wouldn't line up so I ended up forcing up the middle with my floor jack and some other stuff, drilled and bolted...
View ArticleMy engine dosen't like 10w-30 dino oil
I have a 65 c code that I bought 2 months ago. I don't know oil change history and could not tell which type of oil that I drained, so I changed the oil with valvoline 10w-30 dino as a short term...
View ArticleBogus Car Sale Websites
I sold my ’69 GT S-Code Convertible a few years ago as a part of my divorce agreement (my mistake on selling the car). I’m now looking for another ’69 Convertible. In the process of searching online, I...
View ArticleBad starter?
Hey you fine folks, I replaced my starter, cables, battery, and ignition switch in the fall last year, after the starter would NOT stop cranking the motor one day and left me stranded. All has been...
View ArticleAussie looking for some US expert advice - Ford Capri 289 Windsor
Hi all - I am new to this forum and in actual fact new to the vintage car scene! I have a 1970 Ford Capri here in Australia which has a 289 Winsor with 9 inch diff and C4 Transmission. I have purchased...
View ArticleStud Girdles and Stamped Steel Valve Covers, Shelby Competition Valve...
I want to add stud girdles to my AFR-headed 289. I’ve currently got a set of over-the-counter Shelby aluminum valve covers that I have gotten away with running (with Comp Magnum roller rockers) by...
View ArticleHeaders
I know this has probably been beat to death and I searched the site for headers but can't find what I need. I have a 67 with a 351 with an AOD trans. If anyone has this setup and is running long tube...
View Article64 1/2 high, hard brake pedal
64 1/2 coupe with single bowl master cylinder (w/mounted brake light sensor) and manual drum brakes all around. I had no problems with brakes previously. I just finished installing a roller bearing...
View Article1965 GT Wiring Issues
I have a 65 mustang that I’m upgrading to the 5 gage cluster only found on 65 GT, 65 deluxe interior, and 66 mustangs. All the wiring is new however some of it was purchased buy the original owner....
View ArticleWhy is my ignition coil extremely hot? Now no start.
1966 289 ignition coil is extremely hot and now car won't start. I do have pertronix ignitor.
View ArticlePower Steering Sticks
All, I just replaced the power steering control valve in my '68 coupe with a rebuilt factory one, along with all new hoses. The problem I'm now having is that the power steering sticks at times. Seems...
View ArticleWeird noise
went for a drive today. never noticed it before but car is making weird noise when accelerating above 2k rpm. kinda like... "chingalangachling" listen in the video if you can not sure where it's coming...
View ArticleClutch Placement
I have a 72 Mach 1 with a five speed. I believe my clutch is catching too high. It is about an inch or two from the clutch being fully let out. The guy I bought it from said it was new and a...
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