rwcstang 201 Report post Posted May 4, 2013 Curious, what headers did you go with and will they mate directly to your Magnaflow exhaust system? Additionally, if you don't mind, please advise on the hook up of your Magnaflow system. I have this system as well, but noted before purchasing it that there were those who had fitting issue with it. Thanks, John hey john, I went with JBA shorties. i had a different set of headers but i kept having fitment issues...hopefully this one will fit okay. As for the exhaust they came in pieces the shop im taking it to will make it nice and tight. the Kit I ordered had turn downs but I decided to extend them to the rear to keep cabin noise down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chelby-Ann 47 Report post Posted May 4, 2013 Finally got around to finishing the upholstrey on the seats for my 69 Coupe while I wait for the car to come back from paint, Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwcstang 201 Report post Posted May 4, 2013 Finally got around to finishing the upholstrey on the seats for my 69 Coupe while I wait for the car to come back from paint, are those from a newer mustang? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chelby-Ann 47 Report post Posted May 4, 2013 are those from a newer mustang? Got a set out of a 98 Mustang Coupe. Bought new foam and vinyl upholstery thru CJ Pony (TMI). Modified the seat rails from my old seats. Love the way look and feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Machspeed 219 Report post Posted May 4, 2013 hey john, I went with JBA shorties. i had a different set of headers but i kept having fitment issues...hopefully this one will fit okay. As for the exhaust they came in pieces the shop im taking it to will make it nice and tight. the Kit I ordered had turn downs but I decided to extend them to the rear to keep cabin noise down. Those are the headers I went with as well. Your Magnaflow system is probably the same kit as mine, #15816. Will you go with stainless lead pipes? What are you running for a trans? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ramair351 10 Report post Posted May 5, 2013 front sway bar bushings, new Maxton H4 headlights, aligned my rh side fender extension, did a burnout Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwcstang 201 Report post Posted May 5, 2013 Those are the headers I went with as well. Your Magnaflow system is probably the same kit as mine, #15816. Will you go with stainless lead pipes? What are you running for a trans? still debating on that.. lol im broke, and still tryin to save up for tko600, my current trans is a fully built c4 from PA performance. its just for now untill I get my 5speed. :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleesmach1 28 Report post Posted May 5, 2013 I removed the tranny pan from the FMX, removed the old filter, cleaned up the pan and the bolts yuck! I will paint the bolts and the pan tomorrow. I will also add a drain plug to the pan, new filter and gasket with some gorilla snot and then refill it with type F tranny fluid. Wish me luck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayEstes 172 Report post Posted May 5, 2013 (edited) Put the final coat of black paint on the interior floorboard under the back seat. Also picked up the engine from shop and test-fit new valve covers. Edited May 5, 2013 by JayEstes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted May 5, 2013 I removed the tranny pan from the FMX, removed the old filter, cleaned up the pan and the bolts yuck! I will paint the bolts and the pan tomorrow. I will also add a drain plug to the pan, new filter and gasket with some gorilla snot and then refill it with type F tranny fluid. Wish me luck DO NOT put any sealer on the trans pan gasket. IIRC when I worked for Ford they said never to use any sealer on the trans pan gasket. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwcstang 201 Report post Posted May 5, 2013 still debating on what exhaust tip im trying to go with... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jwscarab 20 Report post Posted May 5, 2013 Today (well actually yesterday), I added a ground wire to the points plate on my distributor. It made the pertronix work correctly. Now I can finally drive my car and it runs like it should - for the first time since I bough it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted May 6, 2013 Between yesterday & today I filled in the 2 stamped holes in the r/s trunk drop off patch panel that are the wrong sizes, & cut out the rotted spot of the front lower section of the r/s inner wheel house where it meets the outer wheel house & fitted the patch piece. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleesmach1 28 Report post Posted May 6, 2013 today I installed the drain plug, and the new filter. I am ready to paint the pan and bolts but it's been raining like crazy for the past few days and won't stop till Tuesday according to the weather man. I want to paint them outside to keep the fumes out of the garage. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fredfordguy 16 Report post Posted May 6, 2013 Hung the headlite buckets, front valance and grille opening. Basicly getting it ready for the body guy to align and tighten it all up. Been 3 years getting this far. Cant wait to hit the road this summer..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rawlinss 14 Report post Posted May 6, 2013 love the green!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris'69Mach 23 Report post Posted May 6, 2013 I "Prayed" for my Mach 1. She is supposed to be finished with restoration in less than 3 weeks .... Interior needs to put back in, painted and the front drums still need to be swapped out with discs. :cursing: Resto shop has had it since early Dec. They promised me that I would get the keys a couple days before Memorial Day weekend. Since Dec, the only thing that was done by the shop was sending out for paint and it coming back looking like crap ... the primer looked better imho. :crying: I have wired it for a real nice stereo system with amp and woofer, put in working electronic key fob actuated door locks and trunk release. The resto shop owner says don't worry, that it will be done. I am stressing cuz I have had plans made since Dec to go see dad before he passes Memorial Day weekend. Ok ..... rant off :sleep: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwcstang 201 Report post Posted May 6, 2013 I "Prayed" for my Mach 1. She is supposed to be finished with restoration in less than 3 weeks .... Interior needs to put back in, painted and the front drums still need to be swapped out with discs. :cursing: Resto shop has had it since early Dec. They promised me that I would get the keys a couple days before Memorial Day weekend. Since Dec, the only thing that was done by the shop was sending out for paint and it coming back looking like crap ... the primer looked better imho. :crying: I have wired it for a real nice stereo system with amp and woofer, put in working electronic key fob actuated door locks and trunk release. The resto shop owner says don't worry, that it will be done. I am stressing cuz I have had plans made since Dec to go see dad before he passes Memorial Day weekend. Ok ..... rant off :sleep: I know how you feel, my car is still in the shop since Sept... lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arvidsson 22 Report post Posted May 6, 2013 Adjusted the floats today.. Man! what a difference in power :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleesmach1 28 Report post Posted May 7, 2013 painted the fmx trans pan and the bolts today. I will let them dry over night. Also got some F type trans fluid to fill the trans up with. almost done with trans. Yay! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted May 7, 2013 Nothing picture worthy, just working on the trunk drop off patch panel. I could not find a hole saw the proper size for the hole in the trunk drop off panel so I traced out the hole with a sharpie & drilled a bunch of small holes to get the majority of the hole open & just using my dremel to enlarge it to the proper size. I will take a pic when it is done. Mike. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Black_69_FB 49 Report post Posted May 7, 2013 Saturday I pulled the cover off for the first time this year, adjusted the clutch and took it for a test drive. Success! So far this week all I've done is browse vendor websites for pricing on upholstery and trunk mats and/or carpet. Still debating TMI Sport seat vs standard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleesmach1 28 Report post Posted May 9, 2013 well I got the pan and gasket installed on my fmx trans. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleesmach1 28 Report post Posted May 9, 2013 today I filled the FMX trans with 6 Quarts of type F fluid and only took out 5 plus a little bit when I dropped the pan. Funny huh. I did not check the level before dropping the pan, so it could have been low and I did not know. oh well all is well. Its not leaking anymore and the tranny is working fine...on to the next project !!!YIPEE! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted May 10, 2013 Started fabbing a patch piece for the rear of the r/s rocker panel to repair this rot hole. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
