WTB: Ohio: 71 Mach 1 re: Carb, Distributor, Steelies, Hub caps

[Buckmaster]

Greetings,
I'm from NE Ohio and new to the 7173 scene. I'm seeking the following items to help renew a 71 Mach 1.
71 Mach 1 M Code- 4 speed (Build date 4/27/71)

Autolite 4300 carb # D1OF-EA
Distributor D0OF-12127-V
(four) 15" x 7" steel wheels w/ hub caps & trim rings

Ohio zip 44288.
Thanks for looking. DM me if you can assist.

 

[Mac]

I am also from NE Ohio, Canfield to be exact. Close to me located in Youngstown is Benchwick Carburetor (330-782-3767). They've been in business around 50 years. That is all they do. I've had a couple of carbs rebuilt for me and very happy with their work. I know he has on hand a lot of spares/pieces/parts. Maybe he can help you.

Mac

 

[Buckmaster]

Thank you Mac. I'm 35 minutes from you. I'm sure I can Benchwick for a carb rebuild once I find that carb. My car arrives next week. I think I need a Nasa hood and right fender....if you're in the know.

 

[Mac]

Good luck. FYI - Dave and Ed's swap meet is being held April 29 thru May 1 at the Canfield Fairgrounds. This is a large meet that is held every year. A lot of small vendors from all over with a wide variety of things. They do have a web site. If you decide to go, I live across the street from the fairgrounds, drop me a line.

Mac

 

[Don C]

Don at Ohio Mustang Supply (a forum advertiser and supporter) also has parts cars and may be able to help you.

 

[c9zx]

I agree with Don C. Don at OMS is likely to have many of the things you are looking for. He is in Sheffield Ohio. Chuck

 

[Buckmaster]

The car arrived yesterday here in Ohio and introduced to my garage.
So far, I picked up a match set of appropriate date coded exhaust manifolds and the carb.

I could not reach Don as yet...perhaps he's on vacation? Fortunately, he's an hour away.

For you close guys cleaning out your garage....I'm still in need of:
Distributor D0OF-12127-V
(four) 15" x 7" steel wheels w/ hub caps & trim rings
Fenders, Doors, & Hood.

 

[jdomke1]

View attachment 60279The car arrived yesterday here in Ohio and introduced to my garage.
So far, I picked up a match set of appropriate date coded exhaust manifolds and the carb.

I could not reach Don as yet...perhaps he's on vacation? Fortunately, he's an hour away.

For you close guys cleaning out your garage....I'm still in need of:
Distributor D0OF-12127-V
(four) 15" x 7" steel wheels w/ hub caps & trim rings
Fenders, Doors, & Hood.

What’s wrong with your hood? It looks like the one you were looking for in the first post.

 

[Buckmaster]

What’s wrong with your hood? It looks like the one you were looking for in the first post.

My hood has rust holes on the underside.

 

[mjlan]

Good luck with your parts search.

The original Ford 15x7 wheels are impossible to locate. Other than 71-72's w/ 15" wheels they were available on Boss 302's and certain Torinos. Ebay searches with those vehicles can broaden the search web for you.

I saw your other post regarding the 15" trim ring fitment on Wheel Vintiques wheels, I have been down this road and can provide some feedback there. Short answer is I wasn't comfortable that the rings would stay on, I think the wheels would need to be custom ordered with a different offset to prevent the ring contacting the center of the rim...

 

[Buckmaster]

I saw your other post regarding the 15" trim ring fitment on Wheel Vintiques wheels, I have been down this road and can provide some feedback there. Short answer is I wasn't comfortable that the rings would stay on, I think the wheels would need to be custom ordered with a different offset to prevent the ring contacting the center of the rim...

Vintage sells similar rings I believe....did the original Ford poverty cap fit for you?

 

[Boss1Ray]

Vintage sells similar rings I believe....did the original Ford poverty cap fit for you?

Ouch - Maybe this discussion needs a new thread of its own. I wasn't aware of these issues with newer 15 x 7 " wheel options. Frustrating.

Ray

 

[c9zx]

Try contacting this business. http://www.stocktonwheel.com/specialty.html They converted 1969 Cougar Eliminator wheels from 14x6 to 15x7 for a friend many years ago. The trim rings fit perfectly. They did an excellent job. They are probably cheaper than OEM 15x7 wheels

 

[mjlan]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/154885748023?hash=item240fe8f537:g:mQkAAOSwNMJiJO6I
Example of the price that the 15x7 wheels go for.

I did not have confidence that that the trim ring would stay on. I need to confirm the wheel PN so I can tell you what offset they are but haven't had a chance to get out to my building. I think that if one custom ordered the wheels with less offset by maybe 1/4" or so the trim ring would fit a lot better. I would be curious what the offset of the OE Ford 15x7 wheels is.

The hub cap fits fine, the Wheel Vintiques wheels have the protrusions that hold the caps on.

 

[Buckmaster]

I did not have confidence that that the trim ring would stay on. I need to confirm the wheel PN so I can tell you what offset they are but haven't had a chance to get out to my building. I think that if one custom ordered the wheels with less offset by maybe 1/4" or so the trim ring would fit a lot better. I would be curious what the offset of the OE Ford 15x7 wheels is.

I knew the hubcaps should fit. I'd be interested to know along with others about your beauty ring fitment on the Vintage rims.

The good news on my end is I have a set of 15x7 Ford rims coming my way. Now I'll need to locate the proper rings and hubcaps.