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    To all that have been a friend and a help

    To all you guys that traded jokes , parts and advice........I have gone through a change in life and "Kermit460" has gone to a new home this winter. I know, I'm shocked I did it too.The first to ride bought it. The family and I spend summer weekends on a 10 mile lake here in Maine and love to...
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    Here's one for the edelbrock-big block guys

    "Kermit" has gone from running like a swiss watch to loading up on fuel at an idle . Found one side a little different from the other somehow , adjusted them even, seemed a little better but still loading up at idle . Cruising speed to w.o.t. is crisp as always , what could have changed ? The...
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    I pulled it out and was caught today

    That's right , I pulled it out today , (from the garage for the first time in almost 6 months) and was seen by people around town . And it felt so good , :D I really missed that damn old mustang .:P Picked up my 13 yr old from school and she told me everyone said "look at that car " , to which...
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    Don't mess with Granny

    Thought this was funny
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    update- day 6 no power

    Well , here begins 2nd day no electricity . Thank god for generators ,4X4"s ,wood stoves and Budweiser ! Anyone else get in on this ice storm crap ? Everything look's like a crystal palace around here , forget about getting around without 4 wheel drive . :( Kind of an inconvenience , but pretty...
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    Ruger has sold out ?

    I"ve been wanting a Ruger Blackhawk convertible in 357/9mm for a while ,because of the novelty of a 3 caliber combo. Discovered they make a stainless version as a distributor exclusive :).Called the local gun shop to inquire , they said Ruger is running 6 months behind because of demand , I...
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    pinion gear

    Hey guys, I recently received a used 3.25 ring & pinion from a low mileage Torino from a guy in Tenn. to set up my Trac loc. The box was all beat to hell upon arrival , the pinion gear on the wide end had three teeth chipped on the very outer edge. The chips are not in the torq zone where...
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    KERMIT'S B-DAY

    I just noticed "Kermit the frog " turned 41 two days ago.
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    3.25 gears

    Trying to get my peg leg pony grabbing both hooves. :P Got a nice 28 spline trac loc unit from a member . Want to take the 2.75's out and shooting for 3.25's. Hoping someone may have an extra kicking around in good shape . just need the gears for a 9 "
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    Faded black grille

    I was just wondering if anyone that had a slightly faded (sun bleached) grille had any easy tips on if they could be brightened up a little somehow?
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    Mach 1 not fun lately

    I know, it's hot everywhere. Yesterday took the stang up to the local store , for us Mainers when it's 90 something degrees + more than 70% humidity we"re trying to climb under the nearest rock. I"ve decided a bigblock car w/ headers, black vinyl interior and no A/C is not all that enjoyable to...
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    Just for fun....whats this car ?

    Just for fun,the wife & I were talking about an old t.v. show.Thought it would be fun to see who recognizes this car......:P
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    What would you pay for an R code block?

    I"m generally happy with my big block(other than it being so heavy and limited header choices),But I know a local guy that owned several Mach 1"s years ago and has an R code 351 hiding in his mothers basement for the last 30 years.I believe complete but apart.Just curious if I should try to snag...
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    Dumb Axle Question

    OK Guys , I"m trying to get rid of my open 2.75 rear end thinking I want a 3.50 trac loc.I know a few 9 inch rears for sale out of cars lying on the ground.How do you identify a real trac loc axle ,something to look for on the tag?
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    3.50 Trac Loc

    I know of a 1st generation mustang axle w/ 3.50 Trac-Loc for sale locally.I beleive the axle is narrower,but will the guts swap into our housings?Love to get rid of the 2.75 standard axle.Thanks, Eric
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    Mustang rationing

    Well guys, It's finally starting to warm up (a little) in the northeast.I"ve been here almost every day all winter.You guys have been good company & taught me a few things,but can't just play w/ the Mach 1.The wife & kids are ready for me to dig out the camper + boat also.Yes I have...
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    WILL THE REAL FORD WIZARD PLEASE STAND UP

    OK guys, I need you to dig deep on this one.My car had a heart transplant from an RV with low mileage(460&C6).The problem is a u-joint failure brought me to search the auto parts leaving them scratching their heads.The PO used the driveshaft from the RV .It has the big 3 5/8 X 1"3/16...
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    80-86 Ford truck radio

    Hey Guys, My car has no radio at all. I"m getting tired of looking at the holes where the radio is supposed to be.The 80"s pick-ups are all over the junkyards around here & the radios look very similar,has anyone actually tried to see if one of these would fit? :huh:
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    GIVE YOURSELVES A PAT ON THE BACK

    I just want to say without all the combined knowledge,experience & commradere ,where would we all be ? ::beer::
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    DIY front end align anyone done theirs ?

    I know my front end is out a little.Don't have anyone local I trust & not willing to go to a national chain shop to let some kid work on my car.I have replaced sloppy parts and coil springs.I won't be doing any highway driving just quick squirts around town.I figured expecting low mileage,I...
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