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    need help identifying 289 air cleaner and valve covers

    There is a 7B stamped on the bottom 1967, February. I would guess then. But nothing additional. Thanks!!
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    need help identifying 289 air cleaner and valve covers

    Excellent! Thank you guys. I guess I should have mentioned the original is off my 1967 Country Sedan, and the new set is supposed to be off a 1967 Fairlane. You guys know your cars and engines, as I figured you would.
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    need help identifying 289 air cleaner and valve covers

    Hi guys. FIRSTLY: Here is a pic of the original air cleaner (snorkle removed) that is from a 67. You will note no nipples on the air cleaner. Here is a pic of a recently obtained air cleaner, that is supposed to be from a 67. You will note TWO nipples. One in front appearantly...
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    Installation question for guys with Windstop

    Hey guys, I just got one and looking through the instructions I am good until instruction #17. It "tries" to show where to connect the front straps to, but its got me baffled. What do the front straps hook on? If you could post a quick pic, that would be awesome. ALSO...
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    245/45/17 on a 9inch rim?

    I have considered this and is a good idea. I really love the traction T/A's in the winter here on my Mustang. The summer tires would have to be able to handle rain though as this would be my driver in the rain (bike otherwise). Thanks for the heads up all and sorry for my stupid second...
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    245/45/17 on a 9inch rim?

    Your right. I have seen some pics of this combo and didn't like it. I am leaning now towards the Avon Tech M550 A-S tires. Seem to be pretty good (overall conclusion) at Tirerack and are available in the original 275/40 size.
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    Question on convertible top operation?

    Final Resolution Again, if this helps anyone. The replacement of the lift cylinders did not fix it all the way. I will now post the exact writeup given to me from Grand Ledge Ford. "Left side of convertible top goes up 10 inches higher than right side. Tried to even out pressure to...
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    Cobra work in Michigan. Who to go to?

    Thank you. Did the name change just happen, because I got the name from calling the SVT phone line. LOL if Ford doesn't even keep updated on the names of their dealers.
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    Cobra work in Michigan. Who to go to?

    Know the area well. Have lived near Lansing for 30 years. We hope to retire to Vermont. The weather here is ok, but the riding is much better in Vermont. :)
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    Cobra work in Michigan. Who to go to?

    It would be warranty work. But irregardless, work on a Cobra engine, transmission, etc (specific to a Cobra) must be done by a SVT (and not just SVT Focus) authorized dealer. Those dealers that I listed above are the closest authorized dealers. I was looking for people with SVT's that have...
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    Cobra work in Michigan. Who to go to?

    I am a recent Cobra purchaser. There is no authorized Cobra dealer here in the Lansing area. I have three options for a dealer, which do you suggest? Krug Hilltop in Howell, Brighton Ford in Brighton, Keller Ford in Grand Rapids. Thanks for your input. Thomas
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    245/45/17 on a 9inch rim?

    BFG KDW 2's = snow traction, Not Acceptible per tire rack. Yoko AVE ES100's = snow traction, Not Acceptible per tire rack. If anyone who would actually bother to read my post would respond, it would be appreciated.
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    245/45/17 on a 9inch rim?

    I need a good all season tire (some light snow driving) on my 17x9 rims. I have used and really like the BF. Goodrich Traction T/A's. But the largest they come in 17 is 245/45. Will these look ok all the way around? I actually prefer a wider sidewall (old school guy), so if these will...
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    Question on convertible top operation?

    For anyone that is interested, this is what I learned. There is a service bulletin regarding the "pivot" that may need adjustment if one side is going up before the other. That should be an easy fix. Just make sure they do look up the bulletin (sorry, I do not have the bulletin number)...
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    Question on convertible top operation?

    Not with hair that long. That would be the wife. Car goes into service on Friday. I will post what I find out. Thanks all.
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    How to remove stock air filter

    Well, still stuck here. The plastic is too hard to just move aside. So what needs to be removed? Which band has to be removed or both (arrows to in red and blue)? Do I unplug the two sensors (arrows to in yellow)? Thanks
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    Question on convertible top operation?

    Ok, thanks, I will have them check it out. It's an 03. Thanks. :)
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    Question on convertible top operation?

    Thank you for your posts guys. Very helpful. Here is a sequence of pics of the top going up. You can see it starts on one side then the other side soon catches up. (Not sure I can post pics here, but I will try)
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    How to remove stock air filter

    Ok, so the box remains in place while you move the entire tube assembly toward the back of the car to get at the filter? Thanks
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    Question on convertible top operation?

    Recently purchased a Vert. When I put the top up, one side starts to come up before the other. They seem to straighten out and it closes ok at the A-pillar. Is this normal for these cars? Or do I have the dealer take a look? TIA, Thomas