Search results

71ProjectJunk is right - the shifter on the FMX can be sloppy. Before I had my FMX rebuilt, this was the case. I had to check with the shifter in several positions to get it just right.

I've never done the engine & tranny together - but I've never tried to pull from the front (it just wasnt possible with my vette due to the long nose). With both cars, I park them on the 4-post lift, raise it about 6-8 inches, and come in from the side. You can't really see the lift in the...

I always come in from the side. This is the only I could do it with my 71 Mach as well as the C3 I used to have.

Are you talking about detonation/pinging, or a different kind of rattle?

Quickfuel carbs (the Brawler in this case) are good carbs, and do offer a few small design improvements over older-design Holleys. They are also now owned by Holley. The improvements are mostly around tunability. I suspect the mechanic was pointing out dogleg annular boosters vs the older design...

I routed compressor lines along the firewall and driver side. I routed the belts as described in the instructions, and have had no issues with the crank, water pomp, PS and AC on one belt. However, I am preparing to install the 3-groove crank pulley and stock AC idler brackets like Mister 4X4...

I have a close-ratio steering box, and don't have this issue. I did have a new column harness plus made sure the steering wheel was set up exactly on center when I did the installation, but I'm not sure that's really the issue. Is the cam original?

Try cougarpartscatalog.com. They often have good used/original parts that can be tough to find, and hold stock for both Cougars and Mustangs from our era.

Welcome from Ohio - Nice car, I really like the 71-73 convertibles.

Welcome from Ohio - good lookin' car there.

Welcome from Marysville Ohio!

Seeping from the valve covers is very common - I'd start there and make sure that you have a good seal up top (valve covers and oil sending unit, as well as the back of the intake). My experience is that valve covers - especially thin metal covers - often get over-tightened and fail to seal...

+2 on CJ Pony and parts availability - You have to look closely. If you do need to call them, be prepared for long hold times. Otherwise, not bad. I like NPD for the broad availability, and I have bought from Kentucky Mustang several times. I like Kentucky Mustang a lot - good prices and...

What are the symptoms when hot? An oil leak from the manifold base would not necessarily have any effect on running at any temp (I am assuming you don't have a cracked intake and aren't leaking into the runners....?)

I don't think 83 vettes had any kind of stickers.... at all.

Really sharp car - As I've said in other posts, while I like the stripes, I've really come to prefer the clean look. I like the choice of wheels/dishes too. I love "B" movies, now I have to find that one...

I agree with Geoff. I had what might be a similar problem a few years ago - see this thread: https://7173mustangs.com/threads/power-loss-around-3000-rpm.35961/page-3#post-403016 It was a hard fuel line that I accidentally pinched while doing a trans swap. At 3000 RPM it just cut off the fuel...

Hi - Looks like your questions kicked off a tangent, so not sure if you have the answers you need. Whether or not my response is useful depends on how much you want to maintain originality. To address question #2, In my 71 Mach 1, I have a 351c with ram air. I have a reproduction air cleaner on...

I've been using the Astra-Hammond aluminum louvers for then last year and a half. They do NOT require drilling, they adhere to the window. They also stop short enough of the trunk that there is no interference or scratching the paint. Before installing I read complaints about rattling or noise...

Welcome from Marysville Ohio - Where in Southern Ohio are you? I grew up around the Waverly/Chillicothe area.