MN69Grande 203 Report post Posted October 26, 2016 If the roads dry out in the next couple hours the Mustang goes into the shop to have the 2.79 rear changed over to 3.55 True track (3rd member purchased last month), the Transmission selector shaft to be resealed, and the Gearvendors unit to be installed. So I'll get her back a completely different driving car... and into storage for winter she will go. But I didn't want to have 2k worth of parts rusting in the garage better in then out I think. I have to admit I was relieved yesterday when they called and said the used unit checked out A-OK. Got it for 1/2 what a new one costs but if it had to be switched out that would have eaten up any savings. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ray1970 88 Report post Posted October 27, 2016 the Gearvendors unit to be installed. I really hope you do at least a short write up on the gear vender...Good or Bad... I want to keep my top loader and still have over drive.The vender unit in the end is also less money..Not that it matters at this point in the game.. DUDE! I reached level 147 only 210 to go!.....And the band played on...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted October 30, 2016 Installed the rag joint on the rebuilt steering box, installed the battery tray, & started removing the seats & the parts I store in the car so I can apply the first coat of Master Series Silver paint to the floor pans. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SparkyGT 26 Report post Posted November 5, 2016 just looking at my 2002 mustang halibrand wheels, wondering if they will fit on the 69 :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted November 5, 2016 During this past week I applied the first coat of Master Series Silver rust proofing paint to the interior. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted November 5, 2016 Yesterday with a few good suggestions from our great forum members I was able to get the old strut rod bushings out of my Coupe. I feel like a kid in a candy store now, I have the OTR adjustable strut rods coming today, & my power disc brake conversion kit coming on Monday. :) 1 RPM reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted November 5, 2016 just looking at my 2002 mustang halibrand wheels, wondering if they will fit on the 69 :) Pics dude, we need pics! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted November 5, 2016 My Street Or Track adjustable strut rods showed up today. 1 RPM reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted November 6, 2016 Applied the second coat of Master Series Silver paint to the interior. Shot the heater box with 2K aerosol clear. Installed the newly detailed used blower motor & heater box to cowl seal & blower motor to firewall seal. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969_Mach1 333 Report post Posted November 6, 2016 Saturday I replaced some cheap 1/4" thick Grab-A-Trac Polyurethane upper coil spring insulators with nice 3/8" thick Scott Drake insulators. Then I found out the Scott Drake insulators will not fit over the spring pocket in the shock tower. Even without being slipped onto the spring, no amount of brute force will get them to fit. Again, I am at a loss, why can't they make parts that fit the application. Today, I am trying some Global West brand insulators. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tenthumbs 2 Report post Posted November 7, 2016 Finished installing the new water pump, thermostat, Contour electric fan with a Dakota Digital fan controller and factory wiring harness, new pulleys with 6 rib belt, and 3G alternator. Wiring everything took much longer than expected (finding room and hiding everything makes is a pain when it comes to connecting wires) and I had to move the radiator forward one inch but it all works with no leaks (at least not yet) and the fans come on when expected; never got about 195.Aesthetically, looks much better and the new alternator will allow for further electrical upgrades if needed. Very pleased with the results and owe a lot to the forum for being able to figure everything out. 2 Selmadox and JimmyByday reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Caseyrhe 650 Report post Posted November 7, 2016 Finished the kitchen table, back to the garage/Mach 2 JayEstes and Ridge Runner reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted November 9, 2016 Installed the clutch pedal, & the power brake pedal & installed the pedal hanger. 1 Shep69 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted November 10, 2016 Welding in torque boxes nearly ready for paint (candyapple red) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jjstang 51 Report post Posted November 11, 2016 Started cutting out the floor pan, oh so many spot welds..................... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guillaume69 150 Report post Posted November 12, 2016 Car no longer needs work. Looks and feels brand new as is. So all I am left to do now is enjoying it. We took it last week-end to a major European car show for display. Got a dozen offers on the car. Serious money as well. How proud were we!! Not selling though. Not after 20 years of happy ownership. I have put too much sweat, blood and tears on that one to let it go. And I honestly never had a classic car that felt this perfect on the road. G 4 mwye0627, Ridge Runner, JayEstes and 1 other reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 560 Report post Posted November 12, 2016 very nice, congrats and enjoy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayEstes 172 Report post Posted November 12, 2016 Just beautiful. Excellent work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guillaume69 150 Report post Posted November 12, 2016 Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted November 12, 2016 Congrats G! Got that proud Papa feeling? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted November 12, 2016 Real nice, well done and you should be proud of your work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guillaume69 150 Report post Posted November 13, 2016 Congrats G! Got that proud Papa feeling? You got that right: I definitely feel like her daddy now! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b1002 10 Report post Posted November 28, 2016 First test drive Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted November 28, 2016 Nice b1002! I am 99% sure I'll do the entire hood black like you instead of with the template. Do you have any more pics to post? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted November 28, 2016 Yesterday I installed the Street Or Track adjustable strut rods, & a new 1" front sway bar. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
