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    Auto tranny swap on a budget

    That is a possibility. What year/vehicle is it from? Rebuild it yourself or have a shop do it? What are you thinking for a price for the whole set up? Milwaukee is a good half way point if we move forward.
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    Auto tranny swap on a budget

    Have a 65 with a 68 302 and matching 3sp transmission. Looking to change to an automatic tranny. Would be something I would keep in there for a year or three until I did the eventual AOD or T5 upgrade so I can put lower gears in it. For now I have hwy gears which are fine. does anyone know...
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    KICK PANEL SPEAKER SOLUTIONS?????

    Thanks again, great info Palerider, I sent you a question by e-mail. Any other pics you had time to post, more close ups would be appreciated. It looks great and YES, I do have an amp powering the current set up. I am in the process of adding more in a custom box to put in the back seat which...
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    KICK PANEL SPEAKER SOLUTIONS?????

    Found the NPD "Kit" I found the kick panel and speaker combo on NPD. They are 160 watt pioneers 5 1/4" 3 way speakers. I am going to speak with my local audio place to see if they have a similar sized speaker that will fit in the kick panels. If they cannot guarantee something will fit with...
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    KICK PANEL SPEAKER SOLUTIONS?????

    thanks Thanks for the response. I do not want to cut holes in my doors at this time. They are original and they did not come stock with the door speakers. I wish it was that easy. Any other thoughts are welcome of course. Thanks agian.
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    KICK PANEL SPEAKER SOLUTIONS?????

    I have a 1969 Convertible which currently has some custom made kick panel speaker pods which worked really well when it was an automatic. I now need the use of my emergency brake because I have a T5 in place of the original FMX. I thought about a LOKAR emergency brake mounted in the floor...
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    1969 Mustang Clutch Pedal set questions

    I have a 69 convertible which I am upgrading from a FMX to a T5. I need to purchase a clutch pedal set. My questions are: 1. Is there a aftermarket kit out there or do I need to purchase a refurbished original? 2. I am upgrading to power disc brakes at the same time and my car is...
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    Turn-Key Crate motor success stories?

    Thanks for the advice. I have added it to my list of possibilities. There are so many options. Even the research is fun. Thanks again.
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    Turn-Key Crate motor success stories?

    Working my original block is something I am also kicking around. I have a local speed shop who I will speak with about that. From my research a good possible solution may be the Edelbrock 351w "Power Package" which they say will create up to 400hp. If a rebuild,parts (edelbrock Power...
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    Turn-Key Crate motor success stories?

    Can anyone tell me about success they have had with engine builders with Turn-key crate motors in their mustangs? Specifically 351W's. I am looking to replace my existing 351W in my 69 convertible. Looking at getting between 350-400hp. Also, costs of the motor. Any other info would be greatly...
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    Northeast Wisconsin quality shop to work on my 1969 convertible?

    Hello, hoping to get some advice on good place to bring my 1969 mustang for some work. I am looking for someone in Northeast Wisconsin to do the following: 1. Install Grab-a-trak suspension parts. (Front Coil, rear springs, shocks, front and rear anti-sway bars). 2. Steering wheel 3...
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    Disc Brake Kit...Any preferences out there?

    Thanks for the quick feedback. I have read about the Granada type swap. One issue I have is salt. It seems to have eaten most of the donor cars where I live in the great white NORTH of Wisconsin. Anyway, thanks again. Any other feedback is welcome.
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    Who has a tip for me on interior parts needed?

    Does anyone have a good source for finding Mach 1 style seats? I'm not talking seat covers, they're all over, I'm talking the actual seat. I know there is a pair on E-Bay right now. Does anyone know of a company which makes reproductions, or lot's o' used parts which regularly carry seats...
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    Disc Brake Kit...Any preferences out there?

    Currently have a 69 plain jane Mustang convertible. Stone stock aside from headers, exhaust and 15" Torque Thrusts. It has drum brakes all around and I will convert it to power disc up front. Any recommendations? SSBC, Master Power brakes? What has worked for you?
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    Mustang seat height adjustments?????

    Has anyone run into the problem with seat height in their classic mustang? I own a 69 convertible and I would like my wife to drive it more; however, it is very difficult for her to see over the long hood. Does anyone know of a product or does anyone have any ideas for raising the stock seat...
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    Anti freeze on my floorboards????

    Thanks for the info everyone. I'm in Wisconsin and it's a 69 convertible, so I use the heater during the short season we do get. I appreciate the quick reply. Any other info is welcome. Just wanted to say thank you.
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    Anti freeze on my floorboards????

    I know I have read about this issue with Mustangs before, but I thought I would put the question out to everyone to get a answer rather than dig through all my mags. I have anti-freeze dripping into my passenger side front. What causes this, what's the fix, is it a "easier" do it yourself. Or is...
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    Power upgrades ideas for a 69 351W?????

    Own a 69 convertible which is stone stock other than aftermarket headers and dual exhaust. 351W w/ 2v. Any recommendations on mild upgrades to give it a little more get up and go? Thanks in advance.
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    Clunk in the trunk. What the?

    Hoping there is a common answer for this. Own a 69 convertible. When I go over larger bumps like a set of train tracks, I have a clunk which seems to come from the rear half of the car. I do not need to be traveling fast at all for this to happen. Has anyone run into a similar problem? If...