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Vintage Mustang Forums http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/ Classic Mustang classifieds, parts supply directory, club finder, newsgroup, engine sounds, video, pictures, trivia, related links and information. en Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:24:18 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/images/misc/rss.jpg Vintage Mustang Forums http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/ What are the causes of slamming a door to properly latch? http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662779-what-causes-slamming-door-properly-latch.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:21:08 GMT Is this caused by the new repo weatherstripping, hinge adjustments or latch mechanisms? My car has new rubber and you really need to shut the door... Is this caused by the new repo weatherstripping, hinge adjustments or latch mechanisms? My car has new rubber and you really need to shut the door hard, its a 70 mach 1

My latches and all other hardware are new.

Does the striker plate have anything to do with this or the main culprit is the rubber weatherstrip?

What are the solutions, i hate slamming doors even on a new car it drives me nuts ]]> Vintage Mustang Forum 55Speed http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662779-what-causes-slamming-door-properly-latch.html 2013 All Fords Show - Superior WI http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662778-2013-all-fords-show-superior-wi.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:59:34 GMT Drove 2-1/2 hours to attend this one. Unfortunately, I didn't take many pictures. Here are a few shots during a dry period (rained off and on the whole time).

]]> Vintage Mustang Forum bronzepony66 http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662778-2013-all-fords-show-superior-wi.html WTB 67/68 right front OEM fender http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/1967-through-1968-mustang-parts-sale/662777-wtb-67-68-right-front-oem-fender.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:58:23 GMT Looking for straight, rust free original fender. No repop. Thanks. Jay. Sent from AutoGuide.com App (http://www.autoguide.com/mobile) Looking for straight, rust free original fender. No repop.

Thanks. Jay.

Sent from AutoGuide.com App ]]> 1967 through 1968 Mustang Parts For Sale 66resto http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/1967-through-1968-mustang-parts-sale/662777-wtb-67-68-right-front-oem-fender.html Uni lug washer help please!! http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/wheel-tire-forum/662776-uni-lug-washer-help-please.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:56:28 GMT I have a 1964 1/2 mustang I recently bought some unilug wheels thinking it wouldn't be an issue having them put on, I was wrong! I have cleaned them up and am now ready to put them on but can't find anyone locally that will mess with uni lugs. So now I'm needing help on exactly which washers and lug nuts I need and where to find them. I'm not sure the brand of wheel but I included a picture of the wheels so any help would be great. Thanks!!!

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]]> Wheel and Tire Forum sruot64 http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/wheel-tire-forum/662776-uni-lug-washer-help-please.html Poll for wheel selection. http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662775-poll-wheel-selection.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:13:45 GMT So I originally was going to always use 1 type of wheel. Then when I went to order it looked like they were out of stock so I started looking at... So I originally was going to always use 1 type of wheel. Then when I went to order it looked like they were out of stock so I started looking at other types of wheels.

Now the originals that I liked are back in stock but I am stuck now because I had found another wheel that I liked.

So what say the forum....these are the only choices ;)

Both wheels are similar quality and essentially the same price at about $650 for the pair. I have the MB wheels in all chrome on my 68 and they have worn well. The Boss wheels have a slight size advantage.

In MB I would be buying
17x8 4.5bs (they are out of stock on the 4.75 at this time but these would fit)
17x9.5 5.5bs

In the Boss I would be buying
17x8 4.5bs
18x9.5 5bs (I've kinda warmed to the idea of plus sizing in the rear and with this choice I can put a 26.5 inch tall tire on the rear)

Both wheels are grey centered (slightly different colors...the MB are a little darker) and both have machine lips for the dish, they look very similar with the difference mainly being chiseled looking spokes versus smoothed out, I think the MB has a slightly thicker edge lip, and screw on center cap versus a push on. ]]> Vintage Mustang Forum dodgestang http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662775-poll-wheel-selection.html Cowl Hat Repair http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662774-cowl-hat-repair.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:24:20 GMT So I'm continuing on with the rust removal on my '65 coupe and I finally got to what I think is the last of the last...the cowl hats. Here is my delima, the cowl and firewall are rock solid. They have very little surface rust at all. Strangely enough, even the areas around where the hats connect to the cowl itself is solid. The only part that is rusted and I mean like gone is the lower portion of the hat riser itself on both sides. So I took a die grinder with cutoff wheel and cut both risers out flush with the top surface of the lower section of the cowl. So now what to do?

My first thought was to do the plastic repair kits but I just don't like them.

My second thought was to design a similar two piece hat in sheet metal, have the flat flange laser cut or water jetted then roll a sheet for the hat section riser and tig weld the two together solid for proper sealing. I would then attach using a silicon based rtv sealant.

I really can't see tearing apart a perfectly good top or lower cowel for this repair. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. I would also say I think I have read everything on the forum about cowel repair. ]]> Vintage Mustang Forum patrickstapler http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662774-cowl-hat-repair.html FMX speedometer part needed http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/classic-mustang-wanted-ads/662773-fmx-speedometer-part-needed.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:18:55 GMT I have a late 60s FMX automatic that is missing the part that the speedometer cable screws into. It is located on the driver's side of the tail shaft and attaches with one small bolt. The hole is about an inch in diameter. Anyone have one of these or know where I can find one, or even what it is called? Thanks, Keith ]]> Classic Mustang Wanted Ads Keverson http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/classic-mustang-wanted-ads/662773-fmx-speedometer-part-needed.html Trick to measuring clutch air gap? http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662772-trick-measuring-clutch-air-gap.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:00:28 GMT I've always had issues getting my Richmond Street 5 speed to shift at high RPM and at the strip last weekend I had to drop it to 4500 to get it to shift ANY gear. Richmond is telling me I need 0.070 air gap but I can't figure out how I measure that. There is a little inspection hole in the bottom of my aftermarket bellhousing, but all I see is pressure plate through it. It might be to snug the pressure plate bolts. It's after hours so I can't ask them and I'm jonesing to get this done tonight.

What's the trick?

Thanks all! ]]> Vintage Mustang Forum CoupeVertible http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662772-trick-measuring-clutch-air-gap.html Houston we have a Problem... http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/mod-custom-forum/662771-houston-we-have-problem.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:59:51 GMT I have done so many searches here on individual parts of restoring a mustang and have learned so much. I just wanted to start a thread that I could... I have done so many searches here on individual parts of restoring a mustang and have learned so much. I just wanted to start a thread that I could talk to you guys about my specific car and what I want for my car.

I have a 1965 with a 2 barrel 289. I bought the car over 12 years ago and it has sat in the New Mexico desert until about a year ago. I will post pictures of her once I get into my photobucket account again. Goals for the car are: driven 100+ days out of the year, drag strip a couple times a year and maybe one road course event. Most of the suspension parts (upper and lower control arms) have road grime built up on them and I am not sure how much of a benefit it would be to completely replace them with new parts or just rebuild what I have.
So what are your thoughts on starting with the suspension and what are the first pieces I should get? My suspension budget is about $1,000. ]]> Mod and Custom Forum Problemhouston http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/mod-custom-forum/662771-houston-we-have-problem.html 69 mustang A pillar trim http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662770-69-mustang-pillar-trim.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:49:27 GMT Who all has used the reproduction A pillar trim for the 69 ? I need to replace mine and wonder what the quality of the repo are ? Who all has used the reproduction A pillar trim for the 69 ? I need to replace mine and wonder what the quality of the repo are ? ]]> Vintage Mustang Forum mymachone http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662770-69-mustang-pillar-trim.html 64, 65, 66 Spindle http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662769-64-65-66-spindle.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:30:54 GMT Hello Lads,
Excuse this questions I'm sure it's been asked again. I have a 66 coupe and am doing a disc brake conversion. Why are spindles so hard to find? In my research nobody makes a spindle. Why is that? The only place you can find them is eBay. ]]> Vintage Mustang Forum JackRackham http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662769-64-65-66-spindle.html Just joined, greetings from Idaho http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662768-just-joined-greetings-idaho.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:47:59 GMT Chevelle and Chevy Truck guys may recognize my user name from other sites. I registered because by daughter just got a 65 A Code Coupe. In 1985 we... Chevelle and Chevy Truck guys may recognize my user name from other sites. I registered because by daughter just got a 65 A Code Coupe. In 1985 we restored a 67 Mustang together when she was in high school. She sold it after she got married and has always wanted to get a replacement. I will let her tell the story when she joins, car is original except for a bad repaint and two small rust spots in the doors. Looking forward to restoring it with her.

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]]> Vintage Mustang Forum OrrieG http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662768-just-joined-greetings-idaho.html Wanted : 1968 drivers seat latch spring http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/1967-through-1968-mustang-parts-sale/662767-wanted-1968-drivers-seat-latch-spring.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:36:01 GMT My seat came back from the upholsterer missing the spring that keeps the hook latched when the seat is in the upright position. The spring is in the... My seat came back from the upholsterer missing the spring that keeps the hook latched when the seat is in the upright position. The spring is in the rear lower side behind the seat back. If anyone has one you could spare I would appreciate it. ]]> 1967 through 1968 Mustang Parts For Sale PONY1968 http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/1967-through-1968-mustang-parts-sale/662767-wanted-1968-drivers-seat-latch-spring.html installing new trunk need pics for where prop rod goes http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662766-installing-new-trunk-need-pics-where-prop-rod-goes.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:15:17 GMT Installing new trunck lid and am now in need of a prop rod since caint use tory bars with fiberglass lid. And all pics ive seen are in different... Installing new trunck lid and am now in need of a prop rod since caint use tory bars with fiberglass lid. And all pics ive seen are in different locations any help would be great thanks ]]> Vintage Mustang Forum 70stang351w http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662766-installing-new-trunk-need-pics-where-prop-rod-goes.html Help!!... Modulator hook up 1968 C4 transmission http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/662765-help-modulator-hook-up-1968-c4-transmission.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:37:10 GMT I have been trying to figure out which one of these ports I need to use and what type of hose to use on my transmission. If anyone could help that... I have been trying to figure out which one of these ports I need to use and what type of hose to use on my transmission. If anyone could help that would be great!!

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