Posts by 6hypo5conv_old

6hypo5conv_old · 4th gear in Toploader?? 6hypo5conv_old April 19, 2011 at 7:00 AM

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Any difference between moving at speed and going through the gears inside your garage?

No, There is not.

I have been doing some thinking on this and I do remember having this same thing happen MANY years ago with my very first Mustang after it had been rode hard and been put up wet way before there was anyone restoring them-it turned out to be either loose mounting bolts or a VERY worn shifter I can't remember which......gotta get it up in the air and have a look-see.

6hypo5conv_old · 4th gear in Toploader?? 6hypo5conv_old April 19, 2011 at 6:57 AM

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I would check the shifter mount bolts and the shifter adjustment also , after a first run it may need adjustment.

Thanks! I will check the shifter first.

6hypo5conv_old · 4th gear in Toploader?? 6hypo5conv_old April 18, 2011 at 12:14 PM

My car has been restored for over 2 years now, and just last week I took it for a short drive enough to finally get it into 4th gear.

The shift from 3rd to 4th is kind of weird feeling-there is no real resistance between 3rd and neutral or between neutral and 4th...I have no good/real way right now to raise the car up enough to slide under it to have a look.

My trans was completely gone through by David Kee as my car was being restored so by rights it should be ok.

My shifter was rebuilt/restored by Bill Heeley so IT should be ok.

My trans was opened up and disassembled by my restorer so it could be P&O finished, then reassembled........Any ideas on whats going on? I DO have 4th gear but it feels very limp and not crisp like the other gears.

6hypo5conv_old · Windshield washer tubing 6hypo5conv_old April 16, 2011 at 4:24 PM

Mark, Did you end up getting the ribbed hose set from Jack?

I understand your engine is running now.....I thought I heard a faint but noticeable rattle of the solid lifters all the way here in Florida!!! (LOL)

6hypo5conv_old · Just lost another center cap 6hypo5conv_old April 16, 2011 at 3:46 PM

May be Scott Drake?

6hypo5conv_old · WTB 14x5 stock wheels 6hypo5conv_old April 14, 2011 at 5:03 AM

Chris & Guys: Sorry it took me so long to finally dig out my wheels but all I seem to have are wheels with "9M" as a date code-I have 4 of these wheels most with decent to brand new "roller" or "spares"

I would think that if someone wasn't particular on date codes and needed may be just one for a spare for the trunk they could clean these up and paint with the tire still mounted for a noce looking spare unit.

Most have been media blasted to bare steel, 1 is painted.

If anyone needs 1 or 2 I'll give you one at the Natioaal in Jax next month.

6hypo5conv_old · Installing the hi-po balancer 6hypo5conv_old April 13, 2011 at 8:24 AM

+2 on all. and you made the right choice in dealing with the Damper Doctor!!

6hypo5conv_old · Reproduction Air Cleaner 6hypo5conv_old April 12, 2011 at 4:58 AM

I believe I've seen these but I haven't seen the boxes they came in.

I've seen the ones that are Gold on the bottom and also the Blue and yes, they seem to be well made, I don't know who makes/reproduces them.....I suspect Scott Drake though....these folks ARE trying to make quality parts for us.....

6hypo5conv_old · WTB 14x5 stock wheels 6hypo5conv_old April 10, 2011 at 4:24 PM

Not crimging at all here!! I actually like that color!!-you are not selling it, you are building it for yourself to enjoy!! -Love those spinners!!

6hypo5conv_old · out of hibernation 6hypo5conv_old April 10, 2011 at 4:18 PM

Dave, As long as the FTE police don't catch us have you seen these yet? http://www.karlkustomcorvettes.com/

Right in your backyard!! We saw them at the Barrett-Jackson event in West Palm Beach on Friday.....VERY IMPRESSIVE!!!!

Edited by - 6hypo5conv on 04/10/2011 16:20:16

6hypo5conv_old · WTB 14x5 stock wheels 6hypo5conv_old April 10, 2011 at 5:32 AM

Nice looking Kar sixfive!! what color is that? what wheel covers will you be using? (I like the ones with the spinners!!)

6hypo5conv_old · WTB 14x5 stock wheels 6hypo5conv_old April 9, 2011 at 12:46 PM

I have not heard of this as long as the disc brakes are stock/originals......I know that there is absolutely no difference with the Styled Steel wheels anyway......

Chris, I will be checking my wheels later today-just haven't had a chance until now....I have not forgotten about you!-Rick

6hypo5conv_old · WTB 14x5 stock wheels 6hypo5conv_old April 6, 2011 at 8:46 AM

Chris, I have some wheels and will check the dates on them and get back to you. (14x5) 5 lug V8 wheels...

6hypo5conv_old · Manual Choke Adjustment 6hypo5conv_old April 2, 2011 at 4:54 AM

I don't know anything about the Edelbrock carbs....I thought you were talking about an Autolite 4100...

6hypo5conv_old · WTB: dead NOS battery 6hypo5conv_old March 29, 2011 at 5:38 AM

Are you looking for a 22F or 24F?

6hypo5conv_old · Here We Go Again - 6hypo5conv_old March 29, 2011 at 5:35 AM

Why would they put Radial tires on a car like this?

What is the deal with the metal areas in the interior being painted body color?

What color Red is that anyway?

6hypo5conv_old · Manual Choke Adjustment 6hypo5conv_old March 27, 2011 at 1:56 PM

Dave, I'm going to take a stab at this: I don't believe there is an actual adjustment on the manual choke.

You need to install the cable so that when the knob is pushed all the way in that the choke butterfly is completely open, and when you pull the knob all the way out the butterfly needs to be completely closed, so you can have full range of movement when you start the engine, espessely in your cold climate......

6hypo5conv_old

All I can say is props to you for doing this. I'd like to see your finished product.

6hypo5conv_old · Sealants 6hypo5conv_old March 10, 2011 at 11:08 AM

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was some type of sealant used

between the tunnel, gasket and shifter boot?

iowa

Never seen any type of sealant in this area, though the '66s got a lower boot on the shifter.....

6hypo5conv_old · Oil Filter Picture?? 6hypo5conv_old March 10, 2011 at 11:05 AM

e modern FL1As have a single crimp and the repros and originals have a double crimp.....I think it would be neat to be able to find out who the manufacturer is and be able to buy the repro filters before they paint or decal them up....