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  1. Mac

    Converting drum to disc kits

    OK guys, considering converting the front drum brakes on my '66 Mustang to disc. Yeah I know this a 71-73 site, but I also know some of you converted your 71-73 cars over as well. Looking for info on the kits out there today. Which ones are the best.? How did the installation go? Did you do...
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    60th Anniversary

    Is any one going to the 60th anniversary in Birmingham in April? Taking a car?
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    water bypass tube help

    Discovered a leak today on the side of my water bypass tube (nipple). The one in my car is the original so I guess after over 50 years things happen. Anyway has anyone ever changed one in the car? Who sells a replacement? See pic below. Any and all help appreciated. Mac
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    FYI - new harnesses

    Looking through the 2024 Feb issues of Hemmings, I came across something that may be of interest if you are doing a total restoration for a 71-73 stang. On page 64 there is a description for "New Products" by American Autowire (americanautowire.com) a Mustang Update Kit. Complete harness with...
  5. Mac

    Was Santa good to your Mustang this year?

    No complaints here, Santa was kind to my Mach. A brand new set of KYB shocks were under the tree for it. :)
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    Why?

    Always interested in owner's stories about their cars. Most recently at the show in Indy the topic of why you bought your Mustang came up at dinner. Wow, the answers were all over the place. So with with a little more focus, "Why did you buy your 71 - 73 Mustang"? Style, performance, cost...
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    Power Brake Booster Paint

    Having tried a variety of rust proof and gasoline resistant paints on my car's power brake booster with little luck. I think one issue is the master cylinder sits at a slight angle so it is possible for the brake fluid to leak out the back onto the brake booster and back of the master cylinder...
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    Ford Carlisle

    Ford Carlisle is finished for this year. It was HOT but only a little rain during car cruise to downtown. Not as many vendors. Did manage to find a few good items; face plate for am/8 track player for $40, new NOS still in Ford package master cylinder seals (2) for $5 and a NOS instrument...
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    1971 NOS pop open gas cap

    Didn't realize how prices have shot up on these. Perkins (yeah I know he is high) has one on ebay for $450. Yes It's nice but..... Mac
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    Parts Wanted Want to buy bell crank assy

    Looking for a bell crank assembly for a 1966 Mustang with C4 automatic transmission. Mac
  11. Mac

    Ford Carlisle

    Any one going to Ford Carlisle this year? Taking your car? Mac
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    Master Index for Mustang Monthly articles

    Finally taken the time to organize my stacks of Mustang Monthly magazines. Attached is an excel spread that can provide a map in finding articles. When I created this index, my focus was on 1965 - 1973 models. Also zeroed in on their "how to" tech articles and letters from "beyond the...
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    Sequential LED tail lights

    Considering installing on my car. Would like to hear from anyone who already changed their lights over to LED sequential. Any issues? Are you satisfied? How long have the new lights been in your car? Thanks! Mac
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    Parts For Sale OEM Pop Open Gas Cap for sale

    Starting to sell off some of my 40 year plus collection of Mustang spare parts. Shown is an original Motorcraft pop open gas cap, D2ZA-9A112-BA (X)-2068). This is a used cap. Minor pits, one small chip in chrome face (shown in attached pic). The argent flange behind the hinged lever was...
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    Parts Wanted Pass seat hinge cover wanted

    Wanted one Ford black pass seat hinge cover. No aftermarket or cracked originals. Thanks! Mac
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    Most wonderful time of the year - for mice

    As winter is quickly approaching us here in Ohio, the mice are actively looking for warm winter nests. Garages offer shelter and snacks of vehicle wires. With that said, the Jan 2023 issue of consumer reports has a small article on how to prevent the little critters from moving in your garage...
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    Parts Wanted 1971 wire harness

    Looking to buy the dedicated wire harness that connects an AM 8 track radio to door speakers. Wiring diagram calls this harness 14401. Mac
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    Trunk Lid Seal Air Holes

    Recently I had been talking to a few 71/73 Mustang owners who had installed new after market trunk seals. They had problems getting their trunk lid to shut. My Mach still has the original seal. It has air holes in it which allows air to escape from the seal allowing the seal to compress...
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    Parts Wanted Brake Light Switch

    I'm posting this for a friend. Looking for a Ford NOS brake light switch for power disk brakes for a 1967 Mustang. This is the switch that mounts to the brake pedal. Mac
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    1994 Mustang auto shifter light bulb

    Has any one every changed the automatic shifter light bulb in a 1994 Mustang? Any "how to's" available? Thanks! Mac
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