Posts by s2ms

Here ya go, the image on the left is from the Perkins Boss 302 and the one on the right from the Alcazar restored 66 GT350 convert.

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Also found an article from the Sept. 91 issue of MM about one of the original 66 GT350 converts restored by Drew Alcazar, 6S2377, that has a pic of the tank stamp. I'll scan both at work tomorrow and post them here. The resolution in the photos is pretty bad but may give a general idea of the stamp until someone can post a more detailed pic.

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...I have looked and looked in my pretty sizeable collection of old MM magazines and simply cannot find the article that shows that logo. I am sure the image was taken of a tank that Bob Perkins had and i am positive that it was published in MM...

I have a copy of an article from the March 1990 issue of Fabulous Mustangs on undercarriage detailing featuring Bob Perkins' low mileage Boss 302 that has a photo of the tank stamp. Is that the one you're thinking of?

I agree it's not definitive but when I raise the boot in my car (curved shifter) to the same height as the pic the curve is still visible in 1st and 3rd. Plus 003 had a scheduled San Jose build date of Oct. 26, 1964 so the time frame seems about right.

The present owner of 003 is a friend of mine, I should see him this weekend so will ask him about the shifter and report back.

Right, short bend = sharp angle (non-curved). Nice eye on the bellows detail Dave. Also notice the gauge pod which was a clay prototype, tach face is only a mockup.

This picture from the 65 GT350 website shows 5S003 with a short bend shift lever and what appears to be the floating chrome bezel.

I'll be at the Mustang Roundup, can't make SAAC this year.

I got it too, think Hank already nailed 'em.

Thanks for the tip Charles, I'll give it a try. Dave

Here's the back side of my original 66 warranty card, tried again to removed it to scan the front but it won't budge without ripping the page. It was that way when I bought the car and looks to have been like that from day 1.

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Dave/Mad4HiPos does yours differ from the regular owners card?

Would be interested in taking a look

Jeff, I think it's just a regular owners card, will scan and post a pic in the next few days. I will only be able to show the back side though. The front is stuck (glued?) to one of the warranty pages in the original Mustang owner's manual that has the "Void For G.T. 350" stamp, I'm afraid if I try to remove it the page will tear. Dave

Not a 65 but I do have the original warranty card that came with my 66 GT350. It seems at least for 66 that K's and Shelbys came with them.

Welcome David and congrats on the purchase. Here's a couple of "snubber" threads to get you started:

http://www.hipomustang.com/hpmx/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=5636

http://www.hipomustang.com/hpmx/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=5941

You may find some more info using the Advanced Search features of this site, make sure you check the archived posts as well. Dave

It's pretty common for the reverse lockout cable to stretch to the point it won't allow you to shift into reverse. It's possible your's is right at that point which may be why you got it to work a few times. Mine had exactly the same symptoms before failing completely. As a quick check try removing or loosening the shifter knob and locknut, this may give some additional travel for the lockout handle so you can get it in reverse.

I had my original shifter rebuilt by Bill Heely, his contact info is on the list, I hightly recommend him if you need that done.

Merlyn, does the NPD repop have the little metal pinch clamp at the end of the rubber sheath like an original? Dave.

Hi all,

I should know thew answer to this but haven't used a remote starter switch in a while and can't remember if I should leave the ignition switch on or off while using it. To add to the confusion the 66 Ford shop manual and remote starter switch instructions say the opposite.

The Ford shop manual says "Crank the engine with the ignition switch OFF" in bold letters. The switch instruction sheet says "Turn the ignition switch inside the vehicle to the ON position. This will prevent damage to the ignition switch"

Which is correct??

Thanks,

Dave

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...as well as a book that was only available with high performance cars (no idea what it is)...

René, getting the original High Performance Manual supplement is awesome. There are repops of these available but finding your original is a great score!

Check these threads for discussions and pics of HiPo flywheels:

http://www.hipomustang.com/hpmx/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=5208

http://www.hipomustang.com/hpmx/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=4582

http://www.hipomustang.com/hpmx/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=4033

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The Cobra's were quite tame. I believe Ford Australia used the Cobra to get rid of the outgoing falcon bodies. The 351 engine only produced around 217bhp which isn't a lot for that type of car considering the 1976 XB GT was producing 290bhp, again not really that much.

Here's more info on the Cobra:

http://www.fastlane.com.au/News_Ford/Falc…25yrs110903.htm

Thanks for the link René, looks just like the one I saw yesterday. It had the 4.9 liter engine and was in beautiful unrestored condition.

I saw two of these at a Ford show in the Seattle area today, both owned by tha same guy. One was an original "Cobra" version, unrestored with relatively low miles and original white/blue paint and Cobra emblem. Didn't know this version even existed, he had a vintage ad displayed with the car which was IIRC #349 of 400? Sure wish I had paid more attention.