I've had good luck with S&H Plating in Madison, Tennessee (near Nashville). They did my vent window frames, and more recently, my remote mirror housing and quarter window frames. I was very happy with the results.
Their number is (615)865-0100. Ask for Roundman.
The stencil pictured is the one that Inline Tube is selling. It's not really correct at all. There were 2 sizes of USS logo (early and late), font inaccuracies (as John stated), missing "trademark" under the USS logo, etc.
As Charles stated, the steel sheet was stamped as it rolled down the production line. Therefore, the stamp may be anywhere on the tank, if on it at all. I've seen the stamp on different locations of the tank bottom and on tank tops.
This should be researched a little more before it's marketed as "correct" by the seller, IMO.
The engine identification number for the 65 hipo 289 with manual transmission is 554J. The "J" is just an integral part of the code number. The same number should be on the decal on the coil bracket or water pump (if it's an early car). The decal would read "C1 554J"
Ronald,
I've got a copy of the instructions that Ford issued to dealers for installation of rear seat belts in a 65 Mustang. It details dimensions for attaching points and the suggested hardware to use. It is 3 pages and I don't have it scanned, but I can fax you a copy if you have access to a fax machine. PM me here or e-mail me at stacytm@comcast.net with a fax number and I'll send it to you.
The deluxe seatbelts were a stand alone option that had no connection to the deluxe interior. You could find either type of seatbelt with either standard or deluxe interior.
Bob,
Thanks for providing one of the few references in this hobby that is pretty much an absolute due to your work and research. Unfortunately, alot of the books we have available to us are often not well researched and open to challenge. I am a member of this forum and a couple of other mustang forums. Anytime anyone posts "According to Bob Mannel's book....", the information is always considered correct and definite. Thank you again for providing a resource that I think stands head and shoulders above almost all others.
It would take a lot of time, effort, and money to make that car concours correct. Also, an interesting AUTOLITE stamp on the alternator.
The convertible braces started into production in November 1964. There is a TSB that notes their necessity due to owner complaints regarding cowl shake at highway speeds.
Sorry. By natural, I meant it wasn't black. I should have noted it was zinc phosphate.
Another tip is to trim the decal. Cut off the clear edge of the decal before you apply it to the canister. It looks less like a decal that way.
White with red print is the original color scheme. The cad canisters are the later service replacements.
