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Posted by TR1 (Member # 296) on :
 
I thought I would kick off the reborn cafords with a few pictures of what I'm working on.

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Posted by TR1 (Member # 296) on :
 
I have a 347 on order with Msd efi. Just got a Tremec tko and hydraulic clutch for it. Should be fun project.

What are you building? Post pics!
 
Posted by eldog68 (Member # 12928) on :
 
I'm working on a 67 s code coupe. Paintbos done, need to decide what I'm doing for interior. 390 has heads, cam, intake. Got some Maier racing control arms, subframe connectors and a panhard bar.
 
Posted by TR1 (Member # 296) on :
 
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Originally posted by eldog68:
I'm working on a 67 s code coupe. Paintbos done, need to decide what I'm doing for interior. 390 has heads, cam, intake. Got some Maier racing control arms, subframe connectors and a panhard bar.
Nice. Post up some pictures.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Just recently went 5-lug need to finish hooking it all up and get rear tires. Anyone got a hookup on 18" drag radials?

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Posted by 89TRUNK (Member # 2506) on :
 
My never ending project

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Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
Working on my 1970 coupe swapping from power steering to full manual with Roller Idler arm, roller perches, Arning Drop, and 1inch spring perch move.. Anyone wanna help?

Also working on my adjustable strut rods and get my LCA's boxed and roller bearings TCP eccentric kit. will tackle after the the manual swap..


have the temples for both spring perch move and arning/shelby drop.. if anyone wants to try them after?

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Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
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Originally posted by 89TRUNK:
My never ending project

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I see an FItech in there: how is it running?
 
Posted by 68dustin (Member # 5388) on :
 
sold my Camaro.. so nothing as of now.
 
Posted by eldog68 (Member # 12928) on :
 
I know about the Arning drop but whats up with a spring perch move? What's that suppose to do?
 
Posted by eldog68 (Member # 12928) on :
 
A fitech? On what size motor? Like it? Are they good enough for a 390?
 
Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
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Originally posted by eldog68:
I know about the Arning drop but whats up with a spring perch move? What's that suppose to do?
Better suspension geometry, it does Raise the car back up an inch or less. But also doing this raises the spring rate up also 100lbs; so you can run softer springs. so if your running 600 springs they go up to 700lbs and would also need bilsteins SPORTS to compensate(that is if your coils arent cut already then spring rate is elevated) or drop to progressives, GT or eibachs which i believe are 350lbs - 550 lbs spring rates.

Doing the 1in pech move with Arning/shelby drop might put the car anywhere from 1/4 -1/2 in taller if done together. heard people with Longtubes that scrap helped with with speedbumps and driveways. you still get the benefits of the Arning drop and better spring and shock geometry. for 64.5 - 73 stangs cougars ect

so i guess on coilover setups it is about a inch out further than "stock" which makes coilovers the "best" overall to correct

Here's the link for opentracker:

http://opentrackerracing.com/technical/

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Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
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Originally posted by eldog68:
A fitech? On what size motor? Like it? Are they good enough for a 390?
On 89TRUNKS pic maybe a 302, Ive seen FItech on BBF, SBF, SBC/BBC, Dodges, with no Problems.. there is "support" Page on Fb for the FItech the biggest problems I've seen is are all user Errors on setup or just doing not to smart things like placing the fuel command center over headers with no heat shielding, not checking or replacing Main Grounds, bad wiring, wrong distributors. I plan on using an FItech 600hp with boost; my current 351w wont need it, but just planning for growth afew years away..
 
Posted by 89TRUNK (Member # 2506) on :
 
I haven't put any miles on it, starter solenoid took a dump on me and I haven't had time to fix it. Its a mild 347 with an s trim waiting for it. I used an in tank aeromotive setup so I'm not having the command center fuel issues.
 
Posted by warhorse58gt (Member # 7702) on :
 
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Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
Hows the Holley EFI Sniper right?
 
Posted by warhorse58gt (Member # 7702) on :
 
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Originally posted by 70stang351w:
Hows the Holley EFI Sniper right?
I got the Hp. It's been work.. With My 9.2w.. Most of the stuff I have had to custom build.

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Posted by SLOWBACK 67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
^ What made you decide on the 9.2 deck?
Did it give you the best rod ratio you were looking for?
 
Posted by warhorse58gt (Member # 7702) on :
 
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Originally posted by SLOWBACK 67:
^ What made you decide on the 9.2 deck?
Did it give you the best rod ratio you were looking for?
Because it was the very first iron eagle dart block that summit carried.. Hind sight. I would of waited the extra 4 months for the 9.5 deck to come out...
 
Posted by SIC9250 (Member # 8216) on :
 
In Feb I gave my daily driver a overhaul,installed upr adj uca/lca's,aluminum ds,a t45 source built trans (billet shift forks,carbon synchros,bronze shift pads etc) mcleod clutch,head coolant mod,march balancer and wp pulley,98 cobra cams and all tensioners,powder coated the valve covers and got a polished coolant tank for eye candy..going for bottom 12 or high 11 sec pass on may 21st at the mustang event at sac raceway
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Posted by Pcsal (Member # 12897) on :
 
Looking good nate


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Originally posted by NEIGHT:
Just recently went 5-lug need to finish hooking it all up and get rear tires. Anyone got a hookup on 18" drag radials?

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Posted by Martinna (Member # 12493) on :
 
Yeah, good looking 4 eye. What master cylinder did you use for the 5 lug swap? How does the brake pedal feel compared to stock?
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Thank you, I didn't notice the compliment. [patriot]

I used 94/95 Cobra master cylinder and brake booster. Took a little bit of work to get it to fit. What helped me was trimming down two studs about 3/8" so I wouldn't have to beat my strut tower so much. Pedal feels way better than what it used to that's for sure, and the car can actually stop! [worship] One thing I highly suggest is always make your own brake lines. The premade ones that I paid top dollar(because you can make it for 1/4 of the cost) for I threw away and only kept the fittings because 1. they weren't bent right 2. they put the wrong two fittings together. Now it's sitting good with no rub thanks to NRC brackets and axles and got 285/35/18 Nitto 555R in the back to always be ready for fun.
 
Posted by SLOWBACK 67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
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Originally posted by 70stang351w:
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Originally posted by 89TRUNK:
My never ending project

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I see an FItech in there: how is it running?
I'd really like to have a Mav/Comet someday. Really cool little cars.
 
Posted by racsirx (Member # 1710) on :
 
My Sons Senior Project that he just finished, made with all spare parts I had

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Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Nice Lee, I wish my dad was into Mustangs but he's the biggest Ford hater.

Does no one else work on their cars or not even own Mustangs anymore? I swear I hear more politics here than car shit. Lets see those projects or finished(if that's possible) cars.
 
Posted by Marks93 (Member # 11130) on :
 
I second that Neight!!

Have my car just the way I want it so I haven't been working much on it. However, my heater core just blew....UGH!! Now there's a project! [Frown]
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
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Originally posted by Marks93:
I second that Neight!!

Have my car just the way I want it so I haven't been working much on it. However, my heater core just blew....UGH!! Now there's a project! [Frown]
My heater core blew before I even owned the car. It was one of the first things I bought for my car; damn thing is still new in the box somewhere. When I redo my stereo system in my car I'm going to swap it out to at least have a heater for the mornings.
 
Posted by 68dustin (Member # 5388) on :
 
about to throw some electric cutouts on my stang [Smile] cant wait for hot aug nights lol..
 
Posted by racsirx (Member # 1710) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Marks93:
I second that Neight!!

Have my car just the way I want it so I haven't been working much on it. However, my heater core just blew....UGH!! Now there's a project! [Frown]
Thanks Neight, I think it's just the way California is now, other States seem to be more into the car scene

Mark, I couldn't believe I was eating my lunch when I saw you drive by when your heater core blew, I thought it was worse because I smelled oil from across the street, lucky it was just the heater core, make you feel better on my way home that day, I had an oil filter go bad on my truck, it was three days old, never seen anything like that before
 
Posted by eldog68 (Member # 12928) on :
 
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Posted by eldog68 (Member # 12928) on :
 
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I'm also tinkering around on this 66.
 
Posted by BTLD GT (Member # 5229) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SIC9250:
In Feb I gave my daily driver a overhaul,installed upr adj uca/lca's,aluminum ds,a t45 source built trans (billet shift forks,carbon synchros,bronze shift pads etc) mcleod clutch,head coolant mod,march balancer and wp pulley,98 cobra cams and all tensioners,powder coated the valve covers and got a polished coolant tank for eye candy..going for bottom 12 or high 11 sec pass on may 21st at the mustang event at sac raceway

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sweet c10 in the background, yours?
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Those are some nice rides! What color blue is that?
 
Posted by 68dustin (Member # 5388) on :
 
my old batch is still running strong.. - - -
 
Posted by eldog68 (Member # 12928) on :
 
Thx. Toyota-blue streak metallic.
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Posted by sc68stang (Member # 7751) on :
 
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Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
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Originally posted by warhorse58gt:
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Originally posted by 70stang351w:
Hows the Holley EFI Sniper right?
I got the Hp. It's been work.. With My 9.2w.. Most of the stuff I have had to custom build.
Are you using their dual sync distributor? If so any clearance issues with intake?
 
Posted by 89bluenotch (Member # 7454) on :
 
Still wrench on the old girl when I have to.... just did a full tune up to have it running good for the summer. And I deleted my heater hardline after it sprung a leak the other day. The kit is from breezeautomotive.com a lot more room and cleaned it up a bit. I don't daily it anymore don't care about the heater at this point

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