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    Driver mirror dissasembly

    I though this as well, thanks for the feed back I will also provide details and photos as I progress. nearly ready to go. regards
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    Driver mirror dissasembly

    Hi all does anyone know how to remove the cable assy from the drivers side Mach 1 mirror it looks like the cables are crimped in both sides I have removed the actual mirror without breaking it and the cables have tiny ferrules crimped to them. im thinking I may need to mask them up and paint as...
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    Improving panel fit and alignment

    Thanks Don i have done this buy building up door edge and cutting back and rewelding trunk edge, and it looks great compared to before  my car has no rust anywhere except for a tony hole 1/4 inch in quarter panel which I cut out. thanks Don.
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    Fender Fillers

    Are these fender fillers for all 71-73 mustangs ? My 72Q code Mach1 never had them so I did not know they existed until now, I did think it was an unsightly gap though.
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    Improving panel fit and alignment

    Thanks guys for your advice I guess I will do the best I can and within my abilities for the best outcome, I will continue to post as I progress Terry
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    Improving panel fit and alignment

    Ok I was told in a previous post the engine and transmission weight may have an impact on the gaps ? I have tried ever adjustment possible with the door I could bring it closer to the quarter panel but at the end of the day the alignment issue will travel with the adjustment either at the...
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    Improving panel fit and alignment

    Hi David, thanks for your reply, my car is back on its wheels and has no engine or transmission currently as they are being restored, fair comment regarding weight. Fortunately my car has no rust nor has had any major impacts to the body, it did have many smaller dents though but not structural...
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    Improving panel fit and alignment

    Hi All, im in the process of improving my panel alignment for my 72 Mach 1 prior to paint, I have noticed a lot of issues with this. Firstly I have prepared all my panels first by bare metal stripping followed by, dolly repair, 2k etch, filler, then high fill 2k primer. i have refitted the...
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    72 front bumper

    Thanks, it is what I thought I’ll give it a go.
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    72 front bumper

    Hi All, I was wondering how to paint my front bumper being eurethane and was concerned about the paint cracking. is there a process for painting them to prevent cracking, personally I don’t see how you could make 2k paint flexible enough to resist cracking? Would you use plastic bumper primer...
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    Power steering 72 Mach 1

    Thanks great advice, I have now rebuilt my gear box all the internals we’re in great condition. Thanks for you help doing the diff next. Terry
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    Power steering 72 Mach 1

    Thanks great advice, I will attempt to rebuild the box with a rebuild kit from NPD in the U.S. they deliver to Australia in a couple of weeks,  I will update my progress. Cheers.
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    Power steering 72 Mach 1

    Hi All, I am in the process of restoring my 72 Mach1 Q code and wanted to get other opinions on either restoring my original power steering or upgrade to the Borgeson steering box ? As I’m a bit short on cash I would prefer to restore my original what are your thoughts ? also should I try to...
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    Finished my engine bay today......

    awesome job hope mine turns out as nice as that. mine is a 4 v  351 with power and air, no ram air though,  did you use the original  power steering  box ?
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    Underbody

    Looks great on both cars, great job. Not sure which way I will go yet body colour or satin black, black will be a lot easier less prep, no clear coat, minimal maintenance, body colour does look great though mine would be light Pewter. thanks for the photos
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