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There are multiple black woodgrain options through 3M Di-Noc
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Absolutely. Just need to make sure you keep the loop distance the same otherwise your tension adjustment will be all out of what (or shorten the cable). I fabricated my own trans crossmember for my T56 and cut a slot in it for the e-brake cable's J-hook. This lowered it more than the factory location, so now it doesn't rub against the rear of the floorpan.
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I'm replacing the entire back half of my 70 fastback and am considering going with the dynacorn/goodmark minitubs. Not a fan of the MTF look (sorry) since it looks like a trailer fender, and not sure I want to go DSE with that big of a frame mod so I'm looking at the dynacorn ones. Has anyone installed these (latoracing?) and if you have, what impacts to the factory interior have you dealt with? I seem to find lots of posts with people doing the tubs but never seem to cover what was done with the interior. Rather than jumping in now and having an "oh $shit" moment when it came to the interior, I figured I'd ask the masses and plan ahead. I know the fiberglass panels bolt to a tab welded to the inner wheelhouse and that tab is about 5/8" wide, so mini tubs would impact that. I'm not afraid of narrowing the rear seat, which an upholsterer could probably narrow the seat covers relatively easily and cutting/rewelding the seat frame wouldn't be that bad. Its more the fiberglass panels that I'm concerned with.
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Drill Hog and Bad Dog bits (possibly the same bits/company) are the only ones I know of with a lifetime replacement guarantee. I have no experience with them though. I very recently decided to splurge and bought a $100 set of M7 HSS Norsemans because I have some higher strength 1/4" plate that my Dewalt and other box store bits wouldn't touch. The bit went through he steel nicely but the dang thing chipped on first use, so not exactly happy about that. Gonna see how Norseman's customer service is. I specifically didn't get cobalt bits due to that concern, yet HSS did it too. Also, Norseman, Viking, and many others are all the same bits anymore. I'd be surprised if Drill Hog and Bad Dog didn't source theirs from the same location....
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Personally if I were in the market for one, I'd look on local ads like FB Marketplace to see what is for sale on the used market given the large price increase on these things lately when buying new. I picked up a used 80gal BelAire 318VL 80gal dual stage for about 25% the cost of a new compressor about 10yrs ago and that thing has been a beast. It puts out 25cfm @ 90psi and all I've done to it is change the oil, air filter and drain the tank periodically. I run sandblasting cabinet and big die grinders (air hogs) and it never runs out of air. If you are just spraying and using sanders then you might not need high cfm compressors, but if you do plan on using a sandblaster you might want to look at the CFM ratings at the compressors you are looking at because they vary widely. An 80gal 5hp single-stage Campell Hausefeld for $1200 only has 12cfm @ 90psi, whereas on the flipside the 80gal 7.5hp Quincy dual-stage puts out 31cfm @ 100psi but is also $3k. If you have extra garage space, you can sometimes get horizontal tanks much cheaper than vertical ones. Mach1Driver brings up a good point in that you'll need the proper electrical hookup depending on what size compressor you get. I'm handy enough with electrical that I ran my own wire to a disconnect box in the garage. Smaller compressors can be plugged in whereas larger ones will need direct wired with a disconnect box (like what is at your outdoor A/C unit)
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Manual or power steering? There are two main wear areas that can lead to slop in the steering. One, which was already mentioned, is the steering box. The other is the power steering control valve that the steering box attaches to. Have someone move the wheel back and forth (slop only, not to move the tires) while you look at the pitman arm on the steering box. If the pitman is going back and your center link isn't moving the your control valve is worn (I had this issue). If the pitman arm isn't even moving then you have wear in your box, which is a good time to grease and adjust as mentioned above.
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Adjustable Motor Mounts? need recommendations
buening replied to rwcstang's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
I created CAD and PDFs of the drop mounts that mimic the Ron Morris ones (posted on VMF). Send me a message if you're interested in them. I'm running 1" drop and slid the motor back 1.25". Stock oil pan, hooker long tubes and steering clears OK, but had to fabricate an engine crossmember (or buy ZRAY's). I have a post on VMF for my crossmember as well as CAD/PDF, if you are into fabricating your own stuff. My engine mounts use the rear leaf spring shackle bushings, so you have the option of using rubber or poly -
Question for those running 9-10 wide rear wheels
buening replied to ThePoose's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
I'm running 17x10.5 wheels with 315 sumitomo HTR-Z tires (no longer made). It all fits in my wheelwell, but I did roll the lips and had to do a bit of clearancing with a hammer at the front lower inside wheelwell and a bit at the rear inside. I have about 1/4" between my leaf spring and the wheel, and had to use a 1/2" spacer to correct the backspace to get it all to fit. It has 6.8" backspace, so with the 1/2" spacer the net backspace is 6.3" on 10.5" wheel. Here is a link to my post with pictures and info, in case it helps! http://1969stang.com/forum/index.php?/topic/45710-maximum-rubbergirl-gets-some-new-shoes/&tab=comments#comment-83401 -
Rocker panels - anything remotely close?
buening replied to buening's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
Now you know why I posted! LOL For other's future reference, I attached pics showing the width difference. Note the stock includes inner rocker thickness so when you take that off the measurement you get the extra 1/4", which is primarily all in the wiring channel -
Rocker panels - anything remotely close?
buening replied to buening's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
Excellent! Message sent. The rear curves are what is all jacked up on the ones I got (plus the 1/4" extra width). See pics, bent ends are from NPD and they confirmed all are like that. I thought they were banged up during shipping. The one pic of the nice but overly curved one is from CJ Pony. The stamping is less crisp than the NPD one. -
Rocker panels - anything remotely close?
buening replied to buening's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
Ridge, What kit do you mention? Are you talking about the full structure side with A and B pillars? Would you be willing to cut them up in sections? I was planning on just doing the front and rear sections of each side instead of the full length. -
I'm 0 for 2 on aftermarket outer rocker panels. I need to replace the front and rear 12" on both sides. Bought one from CJ and one from NPD, both different and both way off. Both are 1/4" too wide and rear lip is not even close. Any other options out there that you've had success with? I don't mind doing some fab but jeez I might as well start with a flat sheet of 16ga based on what I'm seeing with these.
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Another Brake Booster question too much boost?
buening replied to MN69Grande's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
Doesn't sound like the booster. If a booster fails you have no assist on the brakes, and would be like pressing the pedal with the engine off. I'm not familiar with the CRSP conversion, but double check that you don't have a manual brake pedal in a power brake setup. The pedal hanger on the pedal arm is higher up on a power brake pedal. This will give a ton of brake pedal travel. See here for pedal differences: https://mustangsteve.com/brake-pedals-identification-faq/ If the brakes worked fine previously, then odds are you still have air in the lines. Make sure you tap the brake lines as you are bleeding them in case bubbles get stuck, look for any leaks (look at rear wheel cylinders if rear drums), and make sure you have the calipers on the correct sides (reversed can have the bleeder being in wrong location and trap air). I also like using the Motive pressure bleeder system, as it really helps pushing those stubborn air bubbles out. Couple things to look into! -
Better hope it wasn't straight water that froze and cracked the block.
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If those are the white KYBs, they are notorious for being stiff. I too went with Bilsteins in the rear on mine.
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Vibrations are narrowed down to engine (vibration is RPM dependent) or drivetrain (speed dependent with no impact from change in RPM). From what I'm reading, this is drivetrain related so I wouldn't focus on the new flexplate and engine balance. A couple questions: Is the driveshaft original or aftermarket, and has it been balanced with the new u-joints? What is the condition of the 3rd member/differential and has it been messed with? I don't forsee this being a potential for vibration but its in the mix. What rear brakes does the car have? If disc brakes, make sure the rotor is centered on the axle hub Have you removed the wheels and ran the car on jackstands to make sure its not the rear wheels? Install the 5 lug nuts to keep the drums attached, or better yet remove drums/rotors to eliminate those from the list.
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69 Mustang Seat Belt Warning light PN
buening replied to rdmgt500's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
I can dig mine out of the box and see if there is a part number on the harness, but may I ask what you're intending to use it for (so we can better help you)? FYI these are nearly impossible to find and when used ones do pop up on Ebay they go for serious coin. Here is a thread with pictures of the one I have: -
New windshield and resealing rear glass
buening replied to TexasEd's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
For rear window install the following may be helpful after learning from my mistakes from misinformation on other forums: -
Anyone looking to help test fit 69-70 Fastback Roof Rail seals?
buening replied to metro's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
I have a 70 Mach that has, as best as I can tell, original roof rail seals that are in dire need of replacement and was on my list of things to replace next. If you need another test mule I'd be happy to test yours out on mine. Send me a PM if interested. -
Need a favor - Brake Pedal Travel with power 4 wheel discs
buening replied to buening's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
Another update: I pulled the line from the MC and hooked up the gauge directly to the MC ports. I'm getting 1200psi (firm leg but not standing on the pedal) for the rear brake and buried the needle past 1500psi for the front brake. My understanding is the caliper shouldn't have an effect on PSI (piston size impacts clamping force but not line pressure), so the only thing I can think of is there is somehow STILL air in the lines. -
Need a favor - Brake Pedal Travel with power 4 wheel discs
buening replied to buening's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
Small update: I hooked up the pressure guage to the drivers front and rear caliper. Something is definitely off with the fronts, whether its another bad MC or still air in lines. I also found that the "less brake" arrow on the Wilwood proportioning valve is backwards. Turning it that direction increases rear line pressures (yes I have the IN and OUT lines correct), so I had the rears at the min which explains why it was nose heavy on braking. Front: Engine off = 300psi, on = 860psi Rear (min prop valve): Engine off = 340psi, on = 540psi Rear (max prop valve): Engine off = 680psi, on = 1030psi The above is me basically standing on the pedal. I unbolted the brembo calipers and tilted them vertically and bled again from both bleeders and both calipers...... with no air and no change in pedal. So frigging frustrating. Going to find some fittings and try to get the gauge hooked to the M/C and get pressures from there. -
Need a favor - Brake Pedal Travel with power 4 wheel discs
buening replied to buening's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
With car off: 20220901_215723.mp4 -
Need a favor - Brake Pedal Travel with power 4 wheel discs
buening replied to buening's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
Sorry for the delay, had to leave out of state for work. So I have 0.2" of pedal play with engine off until resistance, which feels like booster or linkage slop. Then I have 0.8" of pedal travel and feels pretty firm. As soon as I fire up the engine and get vacuum on the booster, I can press it down with one finger and the slop is gone and measure roughly 1.2", so essentially the same. Not that it matters but measurements were to rubber insert of carpet and perpendicular to floor. Attached is a video. Parking brake on or off has no effect on pedal travel, so that should eliminate small amount of pad movement on the rear if pads were retracting. I just pressure bled (Motive) 2 quarts of brake fluid through the front and rears and no change in feel. All in I'm probably 6 quarts and have tapped all lines with rubber mallet, no leaks anywhere, and booster-MC rod is adjusted correctly. Pumping the brakes multiple times and holding the pedal down does not cause the pedal to sink. I went through 3 new 70 mustang M/Cs and am now on a new 00 Mustang V6 M/C (1.00" bore, same as 69/70 stock M/C)) with same pedal feel. All were bench bled in many different ways (plugs and also with hoses to bowl). I can't get the wheels to lock up on panic braking, and it does feel nose heavy upon braking. An adjustable prop valve is installed to the rear and is currently wide open. I measured 800psi with a guage to the rear caliper with the car off. I haven't done the fronts yet. Setup is 13.2" rotors from 2012 GT with 4 piston Brembos and on rear is 13" 2016 GT. As mentioned, stock booster and 00 V6 M/C 20220901_213755.mp4 -
If anyone on here has 4 wheel discs brakes and a factory brake booster, can you take a measurement of your brake pedal travel with the car OFF and also with the car idling? I am fighting what I feel is excessive brake pedal travel but need a sanity check from someone else. Its been so long since I've had good brakes on my car that I don't know if I'm just too used to new vehicles or if I truly do have excessive brake pedal travel. So if ya think of it, grab a few measurements for me (preferably to bare floor pan but to carpet is fine) and let me know what brakes and M/C you have to keep things relevant.
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Contour Fan conversion - what parts you used to mount them?
buening replied to rwcstang's topic in 1969-70 Technical Forum
I don't know that it helps much, but here is what I did with the Taurus fan: