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    408w Timing

    I have a 408W with AFR 205 heads, an FTI cam, Vic Jr intake, custom carb, etc. Someone recommended that I run my distributor (MSD) with the timing locked out as it would improve performance even though the car is primarily street driven. Anyone run their distributor with the timing locked out...
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    66 Mustang Restoration

    My 66 Restoration has been completed. Thought you all might enjoy the picture.
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    3 Point Seatbelts in a Coupe

    I noticed that several vendors sell 3 point seat belts for 66 coupes. I am wondering if anyone has tried them and how has it worked out? I am considering installing a set in my car. I'm planning to keep the stock seats so are there any other options I should consider? Thanks for your response.
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    408W Fuel System

    I have a stroked 351 to 408W carbureted, with a 23x/24x cam, Vic Jr, headers, etc....Just wondering what others with this engine are doing for a fuel pump. Would a mechanical pump be sufficient or should I go with an electric fuel pump? If mechanical, what would be a good one to use? Some think...
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    351W Stroker Oil Pan

    I have a 351W Stroker (408ci). What is everyone using for an oil pan? I'm looking for a rear sump/T sump large capacity pan for use in my '66. TIA.
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    AFR 205s Chamber Size

    I really appreaciate all the responses to my questions as my restoration/engine build proceeds. I'm now at the point where I need to purchase the rotating assy and heads. I'm looking to do a 408W stroker w/ AFR 205 heads. I'm wondering what chamber size I should go with, the 58cc or the 72cc...
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    408W Rotating Assy Balance

    It's my understanding that the 351W uses an external balance weight to balance the rotating assy. I am seriously considering having the rotating assy. internally balanced so I don't have to run external balance weights. Has anyone here done this? TIA
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    351W block, Roller cam

    What does it take to convert a standard (flat tappet) 351W block to use an HR cam? Is there any machine work involved? Or just parts? TIA
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    351W Build

    I'm looking to have a 351W built for my 66 Mustang. Plan is it will be mostly street/some strip use. Looking for 400+ HP with maybe a small shot of N2O on top of that. The top end will be AFR heads w/ a custom cam. But, for the shortblock, I'm wondering if there are any "must do" items as...
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    351W Stroker vs 390

    I have a 69 Mustang Fastback that I'd like some opinions on what to do for an engine. What would be the pros and cons of going with a 351W stroker say a 393/408 vs going with a big block 390? TIA.
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    Rear Axle Ratio

    I've got a 66 coupe under restoration. Planning a 408W w/ a C6 transmission. Rear has been upgraded to a 9 inch housing. However, I still need the center section. I have a used one which needs a rebuild. What ratio should I go with given that I'll have a 408W, C6, and 17" wheels. Planning...
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    Gauges for 66

    I'm putting a 408W in my 66 coupe. What should I do about gauges? I'd like to use the factory style dash but use aftermarket 12v gauges. Is there a company that makes a quality replacement setup or am I best off just fitting my own gauges in the dash? I'm partial to AutoMeter but will...
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    AFR 205s and pistons

    I'm looking at going with the AFR 205 heads for my 351W stroker motor (408). As I understand it, the AFRs come with 2.08 valves which may require flycutting the piston valve reliefs. Is this true? And if so, does it throw off the balance of the assembly? TIA.
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    351W to 408 Stroker owners...step inside

    I have a couple of questions on this. Whose rotating assembly are you using? And what do you think of Eagle assemblies? What CR are you running? Looking at Eagle assemblies, looks like they have a -28cc dished piston and a -19 dished cc piston. That would place me at about 9.8CR or...
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    66 Coupe Rocker Panels

    The body shop working on my car asked if I wanted to retain the rocker panels (run on the outside of the car, under the doors) or they could fill the holes and leave the rocker panel mouldings off. For a resto-mod car, I'm looking for some opinions on what looks better. Should I leave the...
  16. J

    3 Point Seat Belts 66 Coupe

    I'm looking to install one of these setups in my 66 Coupe. Can someone recommend a supplier and if you have pics of the installed setup in your car, that would be great. TIA
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    351W Stroker; 393 vs 408

    I've decided that I'm going with a 351W stroker for my car. One engine builder I've had discussions with wants to do a 408 instead of a 393. Says he can get more power out of it. What would be the advantages of a 408 over a 393? Also, what size heads would work well with the 408, AFRs 185s...
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    1966 Mustang Coupe Restoration

    Thought I'd give a quick fyi on how my 66 coupe is coming along. I've owned this car since 1981. It was my 1st car that my father got for me when I was in high school. The car is a 66 coupe, 289 4v, pony interior, with A/C, power steering, power brakes, factory limited slip, AM/8-track...
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    Seats for 66 Coupe

    I have the option of getting some Mach 1 seats for my 66 Mustang. Are they a good choice and are they comfortable or should I consider some other option? Thanks in advance for any responses.
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    Tilt Steering column in 66 Coupe

    I'm considering installing a Flaming River tilt column in my car. Any one have a tilt column and if so, how do you like it? Any other suppliers I should consider?
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