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    66 K code coupe original metal

    I have a 1966 K code with newer paint new dual exhaust. The motor is a fresh 289 solid lifter with over the 271 horse power. It has a four speed top loader witha 9 inch 3.50 limited slip rear end. Also magnum 500 14 inch wheels with raised letter tires. This car runs loud and fast, lots of...
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    MUFFLER LOUDNESS

    l HAVE A 66 COUPE WITH A SOLID LIFTER 300 HP MOTOR. It also is a 4 speed car. I need to replace the exhaust system as I intend to sell the car. Question is, :bang: what preference do you have regarding the volume sound of the dual exhaust system. Quiet, little loud or deep and loud...
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    Drag strip/tire size/gear ratio question

    I have a 66 coupe with a 4 speed 3:50 posi gear with 215/60 14 inch radial tires. What result do I get by going to a taller and a bit wider tire. Do I gain top end speed but slower on 60 foot time? I am confused about this. This car is used for mainly street and a occasional strip use.
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    need help with launch

    Advice please! I have a date at the drag strip to race my neighbor and his new 300 M hemi. I think I can make it a race if I can launch properly. I am driving a 66 coupe 289 with about 290 hp at the fly wheel, 350 (non posi) 9 inch rear end with a top loader 4 speed. (:shrug: 14 inch tires...
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    TIRE RECOMMENDATION

    I need to hook up better with radial tires without going to a drag radial. 66 k code coupe 4 speed 350 open rear. Can you recommend a specific brand that would grip well on a 14 x 7 inch wheel? Thank you!
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    1966 wiring harness

    A winter project will be to rewire my 66 k coupe. It has been spliced and diced over the years and needs to be made reliable. Should I go with a stock type harness or go with the painless harness. Also any idea of costs for the harness kits. Thanks for your continued support.
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    What size tire and wheel for 66 coupe

    I am new to the board and know very little about wheels. what prompts me to ask about tires is after our annual trip to the strip, I posted what I thought were poor 60 foot times, after looking at other 60 foot times. It could be tires or it could just be me. My 60 foot times seemed to be...