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  1. tfowler9

    QA1 upgrade

    Want to get any experience the members have on upgrading the front end stock springs and shocks to the QA1 coil over. I purchased and installed the QA1 Pro Coil Front system single adjustment 400 lbs on my 1971 351 C coup. Most of the hard work was removing the original equipment, Installing...
  2. tfowler9

    Thinking of Upgrading to QA1 Coil front Coilover System

    Anyone have any experience with these? Mine is a 1971 coup with a 351 Cleveland. Looks like a pretty easy install. There have a number of different options. Does the 400 lb vs 450 lbs make a difference. I am casual driver. Any advice would be appreciated! Tom
  3. tfowler9

    Jacobs Ignition System

    I installed a Jacobs ignition system and Mallory # 4756701 distributor way back in 1990. I have a 351 Cleveland with two barrel heads. Installed englebrock intake with Holly 4 barrel carb. The car has always performed well. May frustration is the tach will not register over 1300 rpm. They...
  4. tfowler9

    Synthetic Oil

    I probably put 1000 miles on my car a year. I use Mobile 1 oil. Do I need to change it annually? Thanks Tom 
  5. tfowler9

    Front Bushing damage when lifting car

    I have a Mohawk lift in my garage. When I lift my '71 Mustang using the car's frame, it destroys the front shock bushing.   Any suggestions? I have been taking the nuts off the top of the front shocks before lifting and then reinstalling when complete. A big hassle. Thanks Tom
  6. tfowler9

    Front Shock Bushings

    I have a '71 Mustang with a 351C.  Is anyone else having the issue of torn top front bushing tears overtime you jack up the from end? Any solutions? Thanks Tom
  7. tfowler9

    1971 FMX to AOD Conversion

    I have the AOD transmission and looking for the best conversion kit. I have a 1971 coupe, 351C engine and the FMX transmission. Any advice on where to buy the best conversion kit for my specific need. Thanks Tom
  8. tfowler9

    Interior paint /stain

    I want to freshen up my 1971 mustang dash and plastic parts. My color code is 1R (green). Any help in where to fund the correct color paint /stain. Thanks Tom
  9. tfowler9

    Conversion of Rear drum to Disc Brakes

    I have a 1971 coupe - 351 C  It came with front disc and rear drum. I installed a rear disc LEED conversion kit.  When it was completed, I called and talked to the tech guy at LEED and told him I expected a bigger change in braking. He recommended disabling the proportioning valve, He said with...
  10. tfowler9

    Dim….Very Dim instrument lighting

    My 1971 instrument lighting is useless at night. At idle it is almost impossible to read, when I rev the engine it improves, but still not adequate. I have full instrumentation with gauges and clock. Can someone recommend the best solution? I have removed the blue covers and tried brighter...
  11. tfowler9

    Power steering Pump

    I need to replace my PS pump. It is making lots of noise. I have replaced the fluid and bled the system numerous times and it doesn't help. I want to get a new pump not a rebuilt one - I tried a rebuilt one a few years back and the noise remind. Can someone recommend the best high quality new...
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