Posts by Zed

  • 1966 GT K-Code F/B

    Hi Fella's, being an auto Kar I see it has the rebound rubber on the rebound plate(floor). Very close build date to my Kar which also has the rebound rubber mounted in this position.

    Cheers Eddie

  • New FAQ section

    Hi, I have given some possibilities as examples only. I accept the 5 speed/ AOD conversions is pushing it and should not be included.


    I will be rebuilding my engine later this year or next year. Where I live I can't just go to the local auto parts store to get K specific parts. The Ford dealers only do parts for local cars up to 10-15 years old, no old Falcon let alone Mustang parts.


    Myself like all the other overseas owners rely upon the internet/books and this site, to help choose the correct parts. For instance with con rod bolts I am hoping Fred has them available but to me they are a mystery- Summit don't list them, do Boss 302 bolts fit or do I take a chance and purchase 351 W square head bolts and hope these fit. I contacted ARP with this question and they didn't know the answer. The machine shop I use don't have the expertise with K engines and can't help either( It is tempting to use aftermarket rods because of the rod bolts).


    I have only put the suggestion out there as an idea and have no intention of stepping on anyones toes. My idea was for a quick members only reference guide with which specific parts are currently available, Part numbers of these parts to assist with ordering,maybe some contact details, company- persons name to help with enquiries. Quality of the parts as well, no use buying specific parts if they are not serviceable due to age etc.


    Regards Eddie

  • New FAQ section

    Hi everyone, This is just a suggestion, perhaps we could get a new forum section just for information regarding our Kars- F.A.Q section.

    Like what rocker arms fit under stock covers( I know this has been covered and just needs a quick search but maybe just a quick reference area for what fits- timing components best pistons/ bearings, 5 speed/ AOD conversions etc,what is still available and maybe production change dates to help all members( i.e. logged in to view section ) choose the right parts for their Kars.

    Regards Eddie

  • Hydraulic Clutch

    Hi, at risk of being accused of K abuse my car has a hydraulic clutch setup at the moment until I can obtain the correct spec C4 trans. It has a later V8 Falcon bell housing to suit hydraulic clutch. The pedal support and firewall has been drilled to suit the master cylinder. This was already done to my car when I got it many years ago but I have done this conversion on a 64 and 65 Futura coupes.

    This is easier to do with the pedal support out of the car. You have to drill mounting holes for the cylinder and put a hole for the master cylinder to go through. Weld two nuts on the pedal support for the m/c to bolt to. With the cylinder mounted and push rod in place move the clutch pedal across the push rod while keeping the push rod on the same plane as the brake one to work out a centre line/ position to put the hole for the push rod to clutch pedal mount ( use a brake pedal bolt which allows rotation) . Drill a suitable size hole for the bolt. Re install the pedal support and mark out the hole on the firewall for the m/c 3 holes -2 bolt hole and centre hole. Drill out these holes and mount the cylinder. I think the bell housing mods have been covered.

    In a nut shell you are trying to replicate the brake cylinder/pedal relationship for the clutch pedal and cylinder.

    I hope this helps.

  • shipping international

    Hi Guys, when you sell overseas the importer needs to know they are responsible for all shipping and customs (import) duty etc. If the item is too big for USPS then companies like UPS and FedEx are often used. These tend to be alot more expensive than the postal service.


    Another option is for the buyer to arrange a shipping agent who imports cars and parts to their country using shipping containers. This is usually easier done by the importer than you.


    Sometimes a US seller has a great deal with UPS or similar and can get shipping rates at a lower price than a regular customer and then pass on the benefit to the buyer.

    Just make sure the importer knows their responsibilities and you should be OK. You get the money and the person waits until you send the items. To cover yourself with paypal send it via a trackable service( and insured) so you have proof of posting and arrival in the destination country. This should cover non arrival of

    goods so you don't lose out financially.


    I have bought from ebay US, from members on this site and just website sales in the US many times and would like to thank those who take the trouble to send overseas.

    Hope this helps Thanks Eddie

  • Valves

    Hi, has anyone used either Manley or Milidon valves to improve flow with necked down stems and under cut valve heads in 351W or 289/302W factory heads.


    or Milidon valves intake http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MIL-45315-8/

    exhaust http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MIL-45335-8/


    Manley intake http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MAN-11532-8/?rtype=10

    exhausthttp://http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MAN-11531-8/


    Any advice on these valves is greatly appreciated

    Cheers Eddie

  • Shelby Oil Pump Modification

    Hi, sorry to here about your pump being ruined in the post. Just some advise for those sending stuff. Always pack the item to keep it dry and to keep it safe from being dropped or squashed whilst in care of the postal service. USPS have bags and letters for damaged items as does Australia Post whom I work for.


    What happens in Australia for items to get wet is the mail bags are left in the rain by airline staff (non post office staff) while they load and unload the cargo from the plane.


    We then get the mail and have to sort out the mess presented to us i.e. dry out the items and bag it up.


    I would imagine the USPS would be in a similar situation to Aussie Post. So always have/ask for your goods to be packaged properly, it is worth the extra $ spent for your items to arrive safely.

    Regards Eddie