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Getting ready to purchase some new heads for the project 72. Is there a difference for left and right side? Edelbrock 60369 is what I am running with. Do I just order 2 of these from Summit? Here is the link: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/EDL-60369/ Will these be a nice improvement in HP...

I was curious if anyone has tried installing an under dash air conditioning system in a 71-73. It looks like it could work if the vent system was installed under the passenger side just below the glovebox. Obviously this is not original but aesthetics aside... It could be a viable option. If...

After many months of hard work and fun times I can finally call this project complete! I wanted to give a complete tour of the interior restoration. I also wanted to give a special thanks to Don over at OMS for helping me out with the missing parts I needed to get this sucker complete! This...

I'm a beginner at engine building so I'm going to need some assistance from the community. I decided to tackle the engine rebuild and need some advice from the community. On start, the motor smokes for quite a while. Is this the rings? It also has developed a tap tap tap noise when its running...

Hello friends, was wondering if anyone knew of an alternative source to get an air conditioning kit besides classic auto air. Their complete kit is a whopping $1500. No trying to be a cheapskate but I was wondering if anyone has had success with an alternate option? All feedback is appreciated...

Upholstery Project HALTED! Drivers Side Seat Frame CRACKED! Need Help. Well, the title says it all on this one. After upholstering the passenger seat, I decided to move onto the drivers side seat. I dismantled the seat, removed the existing upholstery and foam and lo and behold the discovery of...

A BIG thank you goes out to Don @ Ohio Mustang Supply for helping me order the proper MADE IN THE USA seat form for the front seats. I learned that there are many inferior seat foams out there but only Don can get the stuff by Distinctive Industries thats made in the USA. While the new front...

The package from Distinctive Industries has finally arrived containing the much awaited full upholstery set from the front and back seats. I was very surprised to find out that this upholstery is manufactured in the good ol’ U.S.A! That fact alone gave me a great feeling when installing this...

The sail panels for the Mustang have arrived from CJ Pony Parts and are exceptional quality. Although I was able to purchase the upper sail panels, the lower sail panels or lower quarter covers are unavailable for purchase, so I had to fabricate them from scratch. All things considered, I’d say...

I am beginning the dis-assembly of the old nasty existing upholstery and seat cushions (seat foam) in the 72 Mustang Fastback. This stuff is possibly the nastiest stuff I have touched or smelled in this ol’ mustang. Imagine, 40+ years of dirt, grime, weather, and sweat in these old seats is...

I am happy to announce that the installation of the new Polk Audio DXI525 Speakers went flawlessly. They were installed into the MP Products Re-Manufactured speaker-podded kick panels for the 71-73 Ford Mustang. These kick panels are tough and durable. The plastics they use are strong and are...

Hello friends of the stang community. I wanted to bring some awareness to my new forum on mach1restoration.com. I would like to start by saying that in no way are we trying to compete with 7173Mustangs.com, Mach1Club.com, or Vintage-Mustang.com Instead, I am going to work with these forms to...

Hello friends, I need your help in obtaining this rear package tray upper trim panel. The photo you see is for reference purposes only and was taken from a listing on ebay. They are selling this but are asking way too much for it. Not trying to be a cheapskate, just don't have that much cash for...

I just finished upholstering mine with a nice foam and marine grade vinyl. I added 35 pics to MACH1RESTORATION.com of the install and I made a quick video. Check it out!

Hello friends. I finally found someone currently selling OEM replacement a pillar trim panels for the 71-73 Stang / Cougar. These fit and fit well! I made a full post with photos on my 72 Stang resto site. Check it out The place is West Coast Classic Cougar. I am sure many of you already know...