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Good to know, Thanks for posting this info as I too may have to replace mine (April build).

Great info, Thanks!!

Ah, Okay, Thanks for clarifying! Did 73 have the parking Brake on indicator option or was that 71/72 specific?

On a related question, would that wire control the Brake light indicator on a 73 that has the light in the cluster? or is that controlled by a different wire?

Yeah, I'm trying not to think about that too much yet....hoping that this is the worst of it and rest will go right!

Update….. So, I was literally on the last step of my overly detailed 30+ item check list when my goal of engine first start came to a halt. The last item on the list was to fill the radiator with distiller water. I was into the second gallon of water when I heard the unsettling gush of water...

It may be because I'm not very creative but I too just call ours "The Mustang".....  seems to fit it well....  :cool: I have had three of them over the years and they all had the same name: "The Mustang" !

Great, Thanks for the pic!  (worth a thousand words....!)  I will check this on mine to confirm.

Yup, would do a 50/50

A follow up question(s), during break-in should the radiator cap be on tight or loose for monitor the coolant level? Would it be okay to use distilled water in the radiator during break-in? I have a repaired rad in the car (it was done by a reputable shop and pressure tested but still....)...

Tom, Yes having an engine start stand would be nice! It sounds like your startup went well. I keep going through the check list over and over....just the nerves I guess! Hope mine goes as well as yours did, I'm definitely ready to smile on this project

Thanks! Good thought. The carb has been rebuilt but as you said it has been sitting a while so that is something I'll be checking.

That's a good one, I was wondering about that also. It's running the stock carb (2100D) Is there a vent on it or another place that fuel could be added to the bowl? (I don't see one) or would I have to pull the top to put fuel in the bowl?

Chuck, Good stuff, Thanks! I'm anxious but hopeful that it goes well. I have read that you should drop the oil right after the break-in is done, you mentioned driving it for 100-200 miles. Would that be with the break-in oil? or a change before driving?

Don,  Thanks for the reply. Yes, I have connected a temp mechanical oil pressure gauge as you suggested and I got a priming tool to prime the oil pump. I have tested and got oil to the top end (all rockers showing oil). I'll check on getting a remoe starter button.  I also plan to have a fan...

Thanks for all the great input! very helpful tips!

Looking for some advice on first startup of a rebuilt engine. I’m to the point of getting ready to do the first start of the rebuilt engine for our Mustang (302). This is the first newly rebuilt engine cam break-in I have done. I have gone through a pre startup check list and I think I have...

The paint issue is such a bummer, I hope the guy is able to save it. Look forward to hearing how it goes!

Welcome (back) from Washington state! Looks nice already, going to be a looker when it's done.

I envy anyone that is able to attend HRPT!  It’s on my “wish list” to do someday. I look forward to vicariously enjoying the adventure through posts and picture.