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  1. S-Car-Go

    Camshaft failures

    I've had 4 cams in this motor. The first 3 were flat tappets (1 solid, 2 HFT). I wiped a lobe on cam #3, a Lunati VooDoo cam ~4 yrs ago. I switched to a roller after that. I won't go back to flat tappets.
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    Mustang II on 67

    This thread is a year and a half old.....
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    Suspension Wallow Blues

    You can't really tell by pushing on the fender, because the shocks low speed valving comes into play. I guess you could unbolt the top of the shocks and leave the hood open. When you hit the brakes, does your car take a nose dive?
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    Engine What Cam? 289

    I'm no expert, but I'd loose the Performer intake and install a Wiend Stealth or Eddlebrock RPM. I'd think the performer would choke the top end.
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    Suspension Wallow Blues

    480# is cool. My mistake. I thought you were using the GT springs M+ lists on their site. 260# http://www.mustangsplus.com/catalog/suspension_10.pdf
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    Suspension Wallow Blues

    I just realized you are using a 260# spring. That's a really, really, really soft spring. I think you should step up to something ~#500 and used the Bilstiens. It won't be harsh at all. Maier Racing can set you up with both (if you are on the west coast or Street or Track for the east coast).
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    Suspension Wallow Blues

    I've used Koni's and Bilstiens (and host of other shocks, eddy's, KYB, etc). I say go for the street valved Bilstiens. Bilstiens are digressively valved so they are soft over bumps and firm around corners. Konis are linear but adjustable on rebound. BTW. What are your alignment specs? and did...
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    Rear sway bar.

    Geeez... It's just a tuning device. There are too many variables to say for sure do or don't use one. It's $100 and an hr to install (if you're drinking and smoking). Just try a 1/2" bar and if you don't like it, sell it on flea bay. You'll have first hand knowledge at the end of the day. I've...
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    Camshaft for 331 stroker

    If you don’t like the suggested cam above, you could always use the stock ford hydraulic roller with some 1.7 rocker arms. This was an excellent cam and plenty of fox bodied mustangs used it with aftermarket heads in the late 80s. It’s very street friendly and will work with a carburetor, 4...
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    Camshaft for 331 stroker

    I've talked to Comps tech line a couple of times and they didn't seem very knowledgeable when you start to ask specifics. You can get their free simulation software and try different cams. BUT be forewarned, hp and tq numbers are highly exaggerated. It is handy for comparing tq/hp curves and...
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    Suspension upgrades, yes, no, maybe?

    It's really about having the right shock to match the spring rate. My front springs are 700#. Most people would think "that's got to knock your fillings out". Not at all. It's smooth, but firm. It takes potholes well and it rides softer than a friends stock Nissan Z (and it's a lot softer than...
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    Camshaft for 331 stroker

    I've never had this car on a dyno, but it should be ~325-350 hp at the flywheel (300ish at the wheels). If you're looking for big hp there are much better cams out there. I never recommend this cam to folks, but it sounded like you were interested one that is an all around performer. This is a...
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    Camshaft for 331 stroker

    I have a very similar motor and after 4 cam swaps settled on this one. COMP Cams 35-308-8 - COMP Cams Magnum Hydraulic Roller Camshafts - Overview - SummitRacing.com Once the oil is warm you can't tell the difference between carb and factory efi. It gets decent mileage when I keep my foot...
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    Suspension upgrades, yes, no, maybe?

    That sort depends on what coast is closer to you. You should update your sig. M+ is ok. NPD is ok as well Street or Track and Maier Racing both have excellent parts (again factor in shipping) even for a stock rebuild. Open Tracker has some good stuff as well, and I believe is a dealer...
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    '66 suspension saga

    How'd you go from too low (11.5") to too high (>13") with a 1" spacer? Odd.
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    Suspension upgrades, yes, no, maybe?

    Another vote for dropping the upper A arms. No reason not to do it. Well, unless you think your wife can't drive, will slide out of control and sue you. Just kidding, but this was Fords reason for not doing it back in the 60's. They knew where to put the control arms, but wanted to hamper...
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    Help needed with Mystery problem

    +1 for what 2+2 GT said. You need to regulate down to ~6 psi.
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    Oh the falling leaves....springs

    +1 for what 2+2GT said. If you are on the cheap, KYB GR2 shocks. If you want the best ride (and great handling), Bilstiein street valved shocks. Street o Track and Maier Racing sells them. They are hard to find.
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    New heads?

    Then I'm odd man out. I've owned 10 or 11, 65/6 mustangs with 289s. All of them had original heads. Maybe it's a bay area thing. BUT if he has 289 heads on a 289, they are 54 ccs. btw, I bought Canfield aluminum heads for my last 289. When I pooched the 289 crank, I decided to stroke the new...
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    New heads?

    289s had 54cc chambers. It probably has 9.2 compression. I wouldn't go to a bigger chamber. Port the stock heads, upgrade to an RPM intake (or stealth), a holley and maybe a gear change. Make sure the distributor has a quick curve to it. At the end of the day, it's still just a 289 with a mild...