MAC390 327 Report post Posted September 11, 2016 Ash, wonder what drugs they were on when they designed these babies? When the engine comes out i will decide about the headers then, they sound so good when you fire up the engine. Got a few family things to do first, three daughters 8, 13 and 15 so i am busy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted September 12, 2016 This is what I've got to go back into mine. They are FPA's. They make them to order. I was told they really hug the block and are really the only header that fits in well. I have 4 kids myself, I hear you on them keeping you busy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted September 12, 2016 Hey Mac, re your doors, West Coast Classic Cougar has a great You Tube vid that covers the doors. It's a must see piece. https://youtu.be/xoTKxAwmnCc Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted October 3, 2016 We had a long weekend down here so i had some time to get back into the car. Cut out the rust in the doors and fitted new patch panels. Paint stripped the the fenders , found serious rust in right side cut it out and new metal fitted Small amount of rust near the lhd striker plate fixed. Next is the engine and trans out , still working to start painting in the end of October. The panels had heaps of paint on them and a crap repair on the right door. Iam happy with the progress. The heads are 16 bolt cobra jet heads , do they help the 390 , just asking a question for the experts. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted October 4, 2016 Wow, plenty of progress! My 428CJ engine didn't come with the original heads so can't comment too much. But I do have some 390 heads here which I did some port comparisons on between them and my Edlebrock Performer RPMs. Apart from the extra bolt holes, the ports are in a different position. Bolt holes are in the same position from head to head in relation to measurements from top to bottom. So make sure you order the correct gaskets. Same as for the intake side. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted October 4, 2016 Thanks mate, just don't know what i have got? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted October 4, 2016 Lots of info on this site http://www.428cobrajet.com/engine-info and have you got Jay Brown's and Barry Rabotnick's books? Those two are a must for FE's. http://fepower.net/GFEIC.html http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/AUTOMOTIVE-BOOK-HOW-TO-BUILD-MAX-PERFORMANCE-FORD-FE-ENGINES-SA183-/152162938333?hash=item236d9e2ddd:g:MDkAAMXQL99ScftM Plenty of places to buy the second, was just the first I found Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted October 20, 2016 Had some spare time this evening so i attempted to get the engine and trans out in one piece. Had the pass side header off and left side on , came out real easy, i was surprised. Ash , been real busy with work so i will call soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted October 25, 2016 Nice progress! Sorry for the slow reply, got back from MotoGP today. Been a busy month for myself, hope to make some shed time soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted November 15, 2016 Finally got the left front floor done. Fixed the steering box mounts, floor supports,torque box , toe board and floor. Everything lined up, must have done something right. Now the right hand torque box then off to be painted. You certainly find some real crap work do on these cars by po's Painted in POR15. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted November 16, 2016 This sure isn't taking you long to get it into colour. What colour is it going to be? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted November 17, 2016 Candy apple red Already got the paint Glasurit Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted November 17, 2016 You doing the hood black out as well? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted November 17, 2016 yes, i have the stencil for it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted November 17, 2016 Nice work. It's all happening now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted December 2, 2016 Well , the car goes for final body alignment, work and paint next week. Got as much done as i could. Found the repro rear valance crap and lousy fit so i am repairing the original one. I kept a piece of the original rear quarter showing a sensational shit repair, putting it up on my wall. Finally seeing some light at the end of the long tunnel, should have the car back in Feb next year. Bought the blackout stencil for the hood, is it correct or i have to adjust it. 7 Zefevinee, SextKecy, quoriSer and 4 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted December 2, 2016 Wow, that is definitely one for the pool room!! Gees Can't wait to see the result in Feb. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted December 2, 2016 Ash, there was no bottoms on the quarters and over the wheel arch they pop riveted some thin plate. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted December 2, 2016 Just incredible. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted December 3, 2016 Welcome Mac, Good luck with your project. Nice looking Charger, a buddy of mine has a 68 he is rebuilding. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fvike 173 Report post Posted December 4, 2016 Bought the blackout stencil for the hood, is it correct or i have to adjust it. It's been awhile since I had a look at my stencil, it's been on the shelf for 4 years. But I think the stripe is much to thick. I bought a Beugler pinstripe wheel that I'll try to do the pinstripe with. Ford used a pinstripe wheel originally from what I've read. It's the 3/32" (#73 wheel in the 471 Deluxe kit) that is the correct wheel to use. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Runner 1,112 Report post Posted December 4, 2016 Those pin stripers work pretty good ,practice with it a little first though .I had pin stripes on just about everything here before i got used to using it HAHA. 1 Caseyrhe reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted December 4, 2016 Thanks guy's , looks like i am buying that kit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted December 24, 2016 Quarters done, and rear valance panel and drivers door. Had to add metal to rear of door after putting the door skin on properly. 1 Ridge Runner reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash 145 Report post Posted December 24, 2016 Very very impressive mate. Looks fantastic. You've both done such a great job! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
