machm1970 180 Report post Posted March 9, 2015 Replaced a leaking wheel cylinder, replaced a leaking tranny pan gasket and finished scrubbing the underside with citrus cleaner and a scotch brite pad. Oh, then I ordered a pertronix I and flame thrower coil. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TimFF 11 Report post Posted March 9, 2015 Not today but yesterday... Took mine out for a small meeting of local MOCGB (Mustang Owners Club GB) members at a well known scenic area to the south west of London. The hils you see are about as hilly as we get here in the south of England, 750' above sea level is the high point not far away... Intriguingly one of the 4 classics was another S Code, given the small percentage of total production that's a rare chance... Nearly didn't make it as my VR decided to go tech on me, but luckily I found a modern electronic version here in the UK, so fitting that was Saturday mornings 2 minute job. It's also got it's yearly roadworthiness check (known here as the MOT) due soon so it's time to give it a once over. Nothing like opening a bonnet, sorry, hood to get an audience quickly! We were far from being alone - Newlands Corner is a well known haunt for walkers, cyclists bikers and car nuts - as we were leaving a group of Alvis' (Alvii?) showed up The other S Code Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris'69Mach 23 Report post Posted March 9, 2015 After putting on the 4 link rear suspension and the power rack and pinion from TCP, (with new steering pump and the Ididit tilt column), on Friday I got http://www.totalcontrolproducts.com/fcoc-fd.html to install when it get a little warmer out. That will finish the complete suspension upgrade. OMG ... all those goodies were expensive!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mustangmike6996 34 Report post Posted March 20, 2015 Not today, a couple days ago..... Got the car fired up on the newly rebuilt 331. Pulling the distributor tonight to have the advance curve checked tomorrow and then setting the timing. Cleaned the garage to make room to do more body work/final filler (only a couple spots) and block/prime/wetsand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rangerdoc 22 Report post Posted March 27, 2015 Installed a complete Pertronix III system, coil, relay and wires. Then fired the car up to get her ready for spring. The extra spark juice really makes a difference! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969Fstback 58 Report post Posted July 22, 2015 Fixed massive vacuum leak, installed pertronix distributor, new gas tank and lines, cleaned carb, went from 165 to 195 thermostat. Now I have a header leak and heat soak on starter. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwcstang 201 Report post Posted July 22, 2015 purchased a new flame thrower II ignition coil, old one was leaking, also bought a set of FRP spark plug wire set. 1 Tony Coupe-r reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tgriffin91 27 Report post Posted July 28, 2015 Finally got things going on the car. Gave it a quick coat of paint. Apartments I am moving to are strict on appearance. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwcstang 201 Report post Posted July 28, 2015 Strict on appearance in what way? like no rust buckets? lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tgriffin91 27 Report post Posted July 29, 2015 Strict on appearance in what way? like no rust buckets? lol Yes. If you have a flat tire they give you 24hr notice and then tow your car. Very strict on "non-operational" vehicles. I figured if it looked a bit more uniform they might not tow it or stick a million of those notice stickers on my windows. Ha. You can't work on your car either :( But we only signed a 6month lease to get to know the area. Already told my girlfriend I'll be spending the next 5 months in the walmart parking lot working on my car. :P She still thinks I am kidding. Moving to Savannah, GA. 1 Floridastang reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zach69grande 25 Report post Posted July 29, 2015 I picked up the new rear end gears - went from open 2.73 to limited slip 3.80, and the axles with new bearings, and I picked up a full suspension/steering kit from Laurel Mountain Mustang, and spent a few hours cleaning the underbody for paint. hopefully by the end of the summer I'll have new suspension, steering, brake lines, fuel line, axle and paint all finished up. then maybe over the fall i can start on the body... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b1002 10 Report post Posted September 6, 2015 Paint Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Floridastang 13 Report post Posted September 7, 2015 Today I hooked up my vacuum system. And all of the motors worked as they should. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeStang 247 Report post Posted September 8, 2015 Installed 65-66 Rear Axle Housing, Swapped from 3.25 to 3.73 gears, Added Rear Disc Brakes, Installed new tires and Rims, Installed New FPA headers and Rebuilt the entire Exhaust system.... How's that for a Thurs, Fri, & Sunday Night's Work. 1 1969Fstback reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969Fstback 58 Report post Posted September 9, 2015 Installed 65-66 Rear Axle Housing, Swapped from 3.25 to 3.73 gears, Added Rear Disc Brakes, Installed new tires and Rims, Installed New FPA headers and Rebuilt the entire Exhaust system.... How's that for a Thurs, Fri, & Sunday Night's Work. Very nice. At my current pace that would take me 37 years to accomplish. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mkeenan 2 Report post Posted September 10, 2015 I'm finishing up rear brake job and brake line install. Tomorrow on to master cylinder setup and hopefully brake bleeding with a test drive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Runner 1,112 Report post Posted September 10, 2015 I walked past mine today ...Thought i heard it groan .Soon as work slacks up a bit i will get back into it. Still have to find a 4 speed . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969vert 55 Report post Posted September 10, 2015 walked by mine ..looked at the engine on the ground..wish I had all my parts back to put the motor back in the car..Waiting on heads... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TurboStangGT 7 Report post Posted September 11, 2015 Ridge you looking for a top loader? wide or close ratio? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Runner 1,112 Report post Posted September 11, 2015 Ridge you looking for a top loader? wide or close ratio? Close ratio small block .I left mine with an ex buddy to rebuild about 2 years ago and haven't heard from him since. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
six_sigma 12 Report post Posted October 20, 2015 Replaced the stock radiator with an ECP unit and installed a new water pump. Heater core promptly began to leak. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted October 20, 2015 Replaced the stock radiator with an ECP unit and installed a new water pump. Heater core promptly began to leak. Ahh.... The joys of restoration. 1 six_sigma reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bryonbush 85 Report post Posted October 21, 2015 new shocks and 1" sway bar!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeStang 247 Report post Posted October 21, 2015 Bought New Driveshaft only to find out the Slip Yolk was wrong. Shimmed up transmission and rear end to correct driveline angles and reinstalled the old shaft and seemed to run smoother. Run down of work Since Jan. #1. New Ridge Hood #2 Paint Hood and stripes #3. Purchased and Installed new FPA Headers #4. Reworked Exhaust #5. Recovered and installed Fiero Seats #6. Installed New 65-66 9" Housing #7. Gear Swap from 3.25 to 3.73 #8. New Axles #9. Purchased and Installed Rear Disc Brake Kit #10. New Carb #11. New Driveshaft and Driveline angle work #12. Built Custom Center Console and installed 7" Touch Screen Stereo & Powered Tube #13. Cut Front Springs and Installed Cal-Tracs on the Rear Up-Coming Work #1. New Torque Converter, and Tail Shaft Housing with Force Lube Mod. #2. Hood Pins for New Ridge hood #3. Possibly either Fuel injection or Coil Overs up front Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwcstang 201 Report post Posted October 23, 2015 spoke with owner of the body shop yesterday, car was sitting there longer than usual almost half complete. Owner assured me it will be done by early November. (Crossing fingers) looking into a new steering wheel, the one i currently have is too small (seems like it was ment for the 65-66 models since they have a smaller cabin). any recommendations? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
