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    Toploader vs. T5 position with aerostar drivesaft?

    I just finished swapping in my Versailles and now Im onto getting my aerostar drive shaft measured and cut to the correct length. Currently I have a 4 spd top loader and since my rear is geared to 3.50 , in the not so distant future I would like to put in a T5. Is there a significant...
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    Mod to Z-bar for headers???

    What modification must be done to the (67) clutch Z-bar in order to install some headers. I looked from underneath and it doesn't look like any headers could fit...the z bar and its return spring take up most of the room.
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    Help with painting rear end

    I did all the prep work and painted my versailles rear end with por15, which came out with a smooth, glossy black shine, which looked great, but the por15 website stated that I should top coat it, so I ordered the por15 primer and a chassis black top coat. After priming and brushing the chassis...
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    versailles rear..which shock plates?

    Heys guys, Im in the last stages of my versailles swap, but can I use the 67 shock plates from my existing 8'' rear. Ive read mustangs plus recommends using 65-66 shock plates and slot the holes? Thanks, Jamie
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    Help find a PCV grommet?

    Ok, I recently purchased a set of 85 gt alum. valve covers(powered by ford) written on them, Im having trouble finding a PCV grommet to fit the twist-on style hole. Anyone know where I can find one of these, Ive already been to the local parts stores, Ive tried trimming another grommet to fit...
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    Temp gauge not working

    Help me troubleshoot the temp gauge, it stopped working recently. I checked all the connections behind the gauge bezel and everything was intact...maybe I need to replace the sensor on the intake manifold? Could that be it
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    which size tires?

    On my 67, the recommended tire size for 15X7's is 225 60 15...with the car lowered 1 inch, should I still use that size? Car has 1 inch lowered springs and the upper control arm drop...
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    How do I straighten my steering wheel?

    Hi...just finished up my granada swap...and now Im aligning the car...but my steering wheels is off center...Is this a problem with adjusting the tie rods or what? And also...how do I tighten the steering ? which bolt do I loosen and re tighten ...any pics...car is a 1967....
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    What 4-speed is this?

    In my 67 I have a 4 speed manual transmission, in every picture that I see of a 67 the reverse gear is toward the rear of the car...but my reverse gear shifts toward the front of the car? What 4 speed is this?
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    Shelby Drop Question

    Currently Im still working on my Granada disc swap and all new front suspension swap on my 67 fastback...Ive researched a lot and most of the shelby drops that Ive read about are on 65-66's, even Bav's website said shelby stopped the practice in 66 There are suspension differences between...
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    Help me choose wheels..

    Just installed granada discs in front and the 14"'s wont do it anymore...we tried 15"'s and they were rubbing the caliper...So I need at least 16's...and I want to stay vintage with some torq thrust style wheels but no chrome...and I dont want to use any 1 in. adapters...So...what wheels can I...
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    help finding Brake part...

    Hey guys...Im doin a front disk brake swap...using versailles calipers and granada spindles...get ready to powder coat all the parts...but Ive lost one of the two pieces that connect the caliper to the mount...its like a little shim that holds the caliper tight to the mount...Where can I find...
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    Any info on rebuilding 9 in. rear???

    I have no idea how to rebuild...especially the third member...I have an open chunk , 28 spline...and I have a limited slip unit to put in it...I know its not as simple as dropping it in...any info would be helpful...links maybe?
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