Posts by keviha

keviha · Best Size for Radial Redlines? keviha June 7, 2007 at 1:08 PM

I ended up going with diamondback radial redliness too....and used 67 style 6 1/2 inch rims with the 66 trim ring and center caps. I'm also running 205's. Kevin

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keviha · Wild West National Concord keviha May 23, 2007 at 8:29 PM

My kar is entered, though a recent family related medical situation may not allow me to enter. We'll see...but if I do I'd love to get our Kar's together. Kevin

keviha · HiPo Automatic Carburetor keviha May 14, 2007 at 8:13 AM

I too had my carb restored by Pony Carb and thought the work was top rate. 4 years later the carb runs and looks great. They seem to be the "go to" shop for this kind of work, though there are other companies out there that will do good work as well. Kevin

keviha · Rangoon Red Paint Code keviha April 11, 2007 at 3:55 PM

If you're looking for the paint code for Rangoon Red then it's PPG 71243. Kevin

keviha · ELECTRONIC IGNITION keviha April 5, 2007 at 10:55 AM

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Hi Kevin,

I am an original equipment nut but I am thinking about switching over to perteonix I for obvious reasons. My understanding is that you can switch back to points if you wish. Can you use the original yellow top coil with the pertronix unit or must you use their coil? Much rather have the yellow top stock look. Great idea keeping a set of points with you. I would do the same. Thanks, Ed

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I know what you mean about being an OE nut...the pertronix conversion is one of the only changes (reversible) that I've made to my kar. I use Pertronix's flame thrower coil for the simple fact that I've never had a repro yellow top coil work with a damn. I have one that I pop on for shows, but I use the flamethrower 99% of the time. I really wish Pertronix would make a yellow top version of the Flamethrower. I did buy one of the latest yellow top coils from Virginia Mustang which are reportedly much improved (I think there even is a post on them - though not favorable). In any case, I haven't tried it yet. Kevin

keviha · ELECTRONIC IGNITION keviha April 5, 2007 at 7:58 AM

I've been running Pertronix I and coil for the past 4 years. I have a point set in the trunk if it ever goes out...which it hasn't. I prefer the consistentcy and reliability (though I've heard Pertronix II's are tempermental) over points.

keviha · Mustangs Plus "K" day keviha April 4, 2007 at 6:55 AM

That is a fantastic idea! I'm in Sacramento so the drive to Stockton is a breeze. Count me in. Kevin

keviha · k code exposure at BJ Palm Beach keviha April 3, 2007 at 9:55 AM

K's are an interesting breed of Mustang. Of course, those of us who own one or more are hooked for a lifetime, but outside of K fanatics and knowledgeable Shelby owners, they're still a relative unknown. So it's great to see/hear when auto enthusiasts give them their just due.

Now, if Ford had kept those production records from 1965-66 I suspect our Kars would have more perceived value to the general vintage/muscle car public, but then if that were the case could many of us have even been able to buy one in the first place? I for one am happy to have caught the K disease and had enough scratch to buy and restore my dream Kar. Kevin

keviha · I need another Harmonic Balancer keviha April 2, 2007 at 4:24 PM

I'm not sure where you can find a correct date coded balancer, but if you're not concerned about having a service replacement I would have yours rebuilt. I did this a few years ago with the Damper Doctor. Besides rebuilding dampers they do offer new and original rebuilts for sale. I was pleased with their service, so you may want to check them out. Good luck. Kevin

http://members.aol.com/damperdoc/

keviha · 5R09K202912 keviha March 22, 2007 at 3:03 PM

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I bought this one and will be restoring it to K specs. It is a rust free DSO 71(L.A.) car. It needs quite a bit of work under the hood. Engine is a Jan`64 5 bolt 289. Vintage F4B. Trans is HEH-T which I believe is incorrect for this car's date.

Edited by - 1966KGT on 03/21/2007 20:49:23

Congrats! Nice to see another Kar go to a good home. Kevin

keviha · First post keviha January 26, 2007 at 1:37 PM

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Hi All

Just found the Forum, My name is Mike/map351 I've been around fords & drag racing since 1965 everything from Gassers to Dragsters, also Vintage racecars,Lotus,Chevron,Cobras,GT40,Shelby's. I own 6S1941 1966 Hertz car And a Allied 289 slab side cobra...

Mike/Map351

Welcome! It's great to have you join all of us "K"razy guys/gals. When you get a chance, we'd love to hear a little about your Herzt and COBRA. Kevin

keviha · Ignition Coil Rebuild?? keviha January 25, 2007 at 3:02 PM

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No, AFAIK coils can't be rebuilt. Some vendors such as Virginia Classic Mustang now offer a repop that is a big improvement over the ones that have previously been on the market and are total crap IMHO. Price is pretty reasonable, about $30 I think.

I've heard some good things about these new ones, anyone here tried one yet? Supposed to be identical to original yellow tops in looks and performance. The only difference I see in pics is they don't have the numeric code (date or what?) cast between the terimals.

I recently purchased one of the new yellow top coils from VA Mustang. I'm currently running a black pertronix coil, and like the performance of it, but obviously it doesnt have the stock look of the yellow top. I too have had terrible luck with the previous yellow top coils. In any case, I haven't yet put mine in...but now that I've been reminded of it I think I'll swap it in this weekend and reply back with my initial thoughts.

I can say they do look much better than the earlier repro's. Now if the performance matches the looks we'll have a winner.

Kevin

keviha · Dual-Redline Bias-ply or Radial ? keviha December 28, 2006 at 6:33 PM

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Isn't the 70 series the shorter, wider tire?

Those old Bedford dual-redlines of mine are recessed. Where the original redlines raised or recessed?

Yes, I mis-spoke....the smaller the aspect ratio, the wider the tire in relation to its height. So my 75 series tire is slightly taller.

Edited by - 65gt on 12/28/2006 18:26:03

keviha · Dual-Redline Bias-ply or Radial ? keviha December 28, 2006 at 2:14 PM

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Do both brands, Diamond-back and Coker dual redline radials have the raised redline, not recessed?

I can say diamondback dual redlines are raised. I'm sure someone with Coker's can confirm how their process to adding the redlines.

keviha · Dual-Redline Bias-ply or Radial ? keviha December 28, 2006 at 2:13 PM

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I love my diamondback 205/70R14's on 5.5 inch 67 wheels. Makes a world of difference in the ride and handling.

I've had many comments on the diamondbacks at shows. Everyone wants to know where I got them...

I gotta recommend the DB's

I'm also a fan of diamondback tires. I installed the tires in my signature picture in October. I'm running 205/75R14's on 5 1/2 inch "67 sized" rims (1/2 inch wider than stock). I wanted a slightly larger tire, and wrestled between 205/70R14's and 205/75R14's. I ended up going slightly shorter "75's" as I already had the same size on the car in white walls and liked the look.

In any case, the diamondback's look great, not to mention handle nicely. The diamondback Supreme's are actually Firestone Si's. Their sidewall process leaves the Firestone name intact which gives the tires a nice period look. They're custom made, so expect 3 weeks from order to delivery. Definitely worth the wait (and $$). Kevin

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keviha · West Coast Ks at Wild West National keviha December 27, 2006 at 11:25 AM

Yep, I'll be entering my Kar. This will be my first national show....looking forward to it. I wonder if we get enough K's if we could have a special spot for them? Kevin

keviha · Steel styled wheels - Scott Drake VS ?? keviha December 21, 2006 at 4:43 PM

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Hi all.

I'm looking to get a set of 14x6 Steel Styled wheels for my 65 K. I can get the usual SD wheels, but was wondering if there are other brands around as well? I have been told that they are still available from the ford factory, is this true? The price I was quoted was around $1300 USD including the caps which seems quite steep.

What have those that bought them got? What was the price and quality like? Where did you get them from?

Of course I'd much rather have an original set of 14x5's but I'm guessing that may well be asking for too much.

Thanks,

RP

I just went through this approximately 2 months ago. I paid $519 + shipping for a set of four 66' style (slighly larger 67 sized 14 x 5.5) with trim rings, center caps, etc through Laurel Mountain Mustang. They are Scott Drake rims, which look great and have the fake rivets to give the concours look. They balanced real nice and look great with the new diamondback radial dual redlines. Good luck.

Kevin

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keviha · What size Styled Steel Wheels? keviha December 21, 2006 at 4:39 PM

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Hi all.

For those that have put new Styled Steel Wheels on their Kar, what size wheel and tire did you go for? I know the original size was 14x5, but was wondering if 14x6 would be a better ride with a wider tire.

Love your thoughts and comments.

Thanks,

RP

I just went through this myself. I ended up going with the larger 67 rim, 14 x 5.5. I put slightly larger dual readline's (205/75R14) from Diamondback tires. I'm really pleased with the look. The rims are Scott Drake. Kevin

keviha · Accoding to Hemmings Classic Cars.... keviha November 27, 2006 at 12:59 AM

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Kevin, what issue of Hemmings had the info on K Mustangs you mentioned?

Thanks, Bill Croxton

Bill, it's the cover story of Jan '07 Hemmings Classic Car.

keviha · Accoding to Hemmings Classic Cars.... keviha November 26, 2006 at 12:38 PM

they have the 1965-67 Ford Mustang K code as one of their "top 21 hottest collector cars". Here's what they had to say for the benefit of those of you who don't subscribe....

"Not to dismiss the Mustang as a has-been in the collector car market, but the badge has cooled recently, with only a handful of exceptions. Such is the case with the initial K-Code offerings Ford made available, the hottest Mustang changing hands today. The high-performance V-8 is a 289-cu.in. small-block thumping out 271hp, which at the time was quite the little head-turner in an otherwise unannounced wrapper; except, of course, it's out-of-the-ordinary styling. Early Mustangs have always been in high demand, buth the K-Code reigns king today. And with nearly every body and trim part having been reproduced, restoring one is easy."

Not that I put much credence into magazine musings on "top collector" cars, but I have to admit, it's nice to see our Kars getting some press. For those of you who don't subscribe, I highly recommend all three of Hemmings magazines (Classic Car, Muscle Machines and Sports and Exotic Car). They are all well written and each one does a great job of profiling a wide range of cars and topics.

Kevin