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  1. latamud

    Rear Gear Ratios?

    hello, I'm looking for different gear ratio options for the Super 8.8 in the S550 Mustangs. I'm finding 3.15, 3.31, 3.55 and 3.73. Are there other options available? I know this is odd but looking for 3.27s for a 1/2 mile event. We're thinking 3.31 will force us into 5th at the end. A 3.27...
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    Hot Rod Power Tour 2012

    Hey all, been a while. I've been between Iraq and Afghanistan since 2010 and haven't been around at all. I'm not a spammer but this can come across that way. Mods feel free to do as you will. Hot Rod Power Tour 2012 Anyone going this year? It's $80 to register. you can do 1 day or all 8...
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    20x10 Saleen Wheels Silver NEW

    I have a set of 4 Silver 20x10 Saleen Wheels, 5x4.5 bolt pattern, 50mm offset(7.25" Backspacing), $800+shipping from Dayton, OH. No center caps. [email protected] Not my car but you get the idea.
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    Coolant in oil

    Started up my new engine without coolant for about 1 minute just to make sure everything was working, was idling at 50psi on the oil gauge. i shut the engine down and filled the radiator. Started up again and no oil pressure at the gauge, I shut the engine down and pulled the dipstick, it was...
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    03 Cobra Noob

    I just bought an 03 Cobra and expect delivery today. Its bone stock with 50K miles. I thought I'd say hi considering I'm probably going to be here a lot now. I'm usually on the classic side.
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    front end rises but doesn't come back down

    Hi, Got a friend with a 65 coupe. He recently redid the front and rear suspension. Shelby drop. He left everything loose and drove around the block and tightened everything up wit the weight of the car on the suspension. What is happening, as he drives forward the lower control arms drop...
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    Demon carb question, umbrella check valve

    I was wondering, if the umbrella check valve that is installed with the accelerator pump and diaphragm was broken could this cause a lean condition at high rpms or anytime the secondaries were open? I've been trouble shooting my tuning problem and think I found it. I was going to swap...
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    66 BOSS 408 project

    test fit of mock up short block 351C vs World Windsor Sr heads shave shock towers notch pistons for valve clearance Viper T56, not from a kit, straight out of a 2004 modified oil pan tranny mated to bellhousing T5 bearing retainer adjustable strut rods camber kit bump steer kit...
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    needle and seat problem (Holley)

    Hi all, I set my float levels on a carb I rebuilt with the engine not running but the fuel pump on. I have a bypass return on the regulator and set it at 6psi. I have glass sight plugs on the carb. After setting the primaries I was working on the secondaries. I noticed that the primary...
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    wanted: USS Missouri/Insayne Stangs pic

    Back in 2003, when I was stationed in Hawaii and our local Mustang club, Insayne Stangs, gathered for a MM&FF Mustangs in the Military photo shoot on the dock in front of the USS Missouri. We had about 30 Mustangs from 1965-2003 lined up for the photo. Well, since then the club has pretty much...
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    Parting out 68, Global West and more

    A good friend of mine was in a car accident a couple years ago and was hurt bad. He's decided to part out his 68 Stang to recoupe some of his investment. He came by to visit for Christmas and brought some parts out here. If this stuff would fit on my car I'd buy it. I'm not selling these to...
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    engine parts/351w

    I'm going a different route with my engine build. Everything is used. World Windsor Aluminum heads(7/16 studs) $1000 Crane energizer roller rockers 1.6 7/16 stud mounted $150 Ford Racing 351w Victor Jr intake tapped for NOS (capped) $250 Edelbrock Performer 351w intake $125 650 Speed Demon...
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    fox body p/s pump?

    Hi, I'm converting to a serpentine pulley set up. Actuall, I'm swappng in fox body accessories, water pump, alt, and power steeing pump. My question is for those who've already done this. What high pressure hose did you use? I have the old vintage hose, and it fits but not enough to get...
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    backfire through carb, ignition problem?

    Alright, I've been playing with this off and on for about 4 months now. I have an 87 roller 5.0, stock cam, stock heads, stock non-adjustable rocker arms, Mallory dual point distributor. Timing is correct 13726548 for roller 302. I'm trying to start the engine and it keeps backfiring through...
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    Bolt sizes?

    Does anyone know the size of the bolt that holds the lower control arm to the frame on a 66? Is there a bolt size chart for situations like this? Thanks. :flag:
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    Dayton, Ohio

    I'm looking for all Dayton area members interested in a get together. I know it is snowing but if we get enough together maybe just meet and greet, and eat? I'm going to throw this out here and see what turns up. [email protected] Huber Heights
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    67 window in 66?

    I had a guy tell me a 67 fastback window will work in a 66 door as long as you use the 67 regulator as well. I have trouble believing this. Has anyone had experience with it? Thanks
  18. latamud

    (Doofus Award)broke a piston ring

    :bang: I don't know how I did it. I was compressing the rings while installing the pistons. I was keeping an eye on it but heard a snap while tightening the ring tool. It took a good inch off one end of the middle ring. I must've been crooked or something. So, I guess I'll be investing in...
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    connecting rod install?

    I did a search on spiral locks. In doing so I found a thread warning to make sure the rod is on the correct way. What should I be looking for to install the rod correctly? Thanks.
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    small bearing axles/big bearing housing?

    Probably a dumb question but can I put them together and stll be safe? Is there a conversion/adapter bearing or something? I have a set of 31 spline axles for a factory rear end housing, but my versailles rear end housing is a big bearing. So what do you all think?