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    Questions about cutting my Stang

    I finally decided that several patch panels are necessary to move forward. (The screwdriver actually decided this for me when it kept punching through the pitted trunk floor.) As far as cutting out old panels, trimming new patches, grinding edges and smoothing out welds, what air tools are...
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    What's the deal with these parts?

    I was pulling out my gas tank and came across these bracket-things that BARELY covered the top edge of the tank, bolting into the trunk floor. Also, they just popped out, as there were no nuts securing them underneath. Were they supposed to just thread into the floor sheet metal? What purpose do...
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    Ready to Rust-Proof my Interior

    I have pretty much stripped out the interior of my car to deal with some rust issues. I know that welding in some patches is necessary down the road, but I currently don't have the equipment nor the skill to tackle this 'properly', so I settled on getting PRE, Rust converter, and Rust...
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    What to do with my Holley 650 DP?

    Happy Thanksgiving y'all! THe Holley I found on my new '65 is a 4777-4 (4150) 650 cfm double pump. I also found an Edelbrock performer, an MSD 8582 (mechanical advance only) dizzy, and old headers. The PO said it has a mild cam but I have no specs on that or on the cylinder bore (engine was...
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    '65 Door won't shut without a good, hard slam!

    I already know that the problem involves the latch spring. If I disengage it, the latch moves quite easily, but when the spring's in place, the latch is hard to move and thus requires significant force to engage the striker. Is there a way to relax this spring a bit? I'm believe on my '65 it's...
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    Compression test results?

    I tried to do it while the engine was warm, but it took me forever to get my plugs out, so I doubt it was anywhere near operating temperatures. I ran the test 2-3 times on each cylinder. In almost every case, the value dropped after the initial reading before stabilizing. (normal?) On the 8th...
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    quick questions for the welding experts

    It looks like I have to learn this invaluable skill if I'm going to get my Stang where I want it to be. So where should a rookie begin? What are the most common types of welds found in these cars? What equipment should I be looking at? Recommended websites or books? For starters, I would like...
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    How the flark did I miss THIS???

    How the flark did I miss THIS??? Rust holes! Driver's side Passenger side I am definitely paying for my inexperience. So do these look fixable? Wire mesh/Bondo? Patch panels? Or will I be looking for a donor car someday?
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    In general, how do stock '65s handle twisties

    Okay, I just bought my first mustang--65 fastback, 4spd, pwr drums, manual steering--and I'm going to pick it up near Monterey, CA tomorrow. I was planning on taking Hwy 1 back home (375 miles) which, to those unfamiliar, is a beautiful coastal drive, but also very narrow and winding. Having...
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    Newbie looking for advice

    Hi, new to the forum. I've been searching all over the place for a '65-66 fastback, V8, 4spd manual, with PS and PB, but they all seem to be either the wrong configuration or the wrong price. I'd like the power steering and brakes, but if I find a nice car without them at a good price...
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