Posts by TMAC_old

TMAC_old · GT Fastback exhaust set up TMAC_old July 23, 2008 at 4:02 AM

I would appreciate some help regarding the proper (factory) exhaust set up for a late 65 ( about July 22) GT fastback. Even after consulting the 08 NPD catalog I can't work out which set up is correct for my car. Thanks, Tim

TMAC_old · Kelsey Hayes Discs-Australia. TMAC_old May 7, 2007 at 1:54 AM

Hi. I hope someone can help me with the following query.

The brakes on my 65 K Code need replacing or rebuilding. I live in Australia so my options are a little limited. I think I may be able to have the calipers rebuilt but the disc rotors are proving difficult to replace (they need replacing because they have worn down too much)........I can obtain very good quality Australian made rotors for a 68 Mustang and beyond but 65 rotors are not listed. The question is..am I able to use 68 rotors on a 65 ??? Any help on this really appreciated. Thanks, Tim.

Edited by - SixT5HiPo on 06/10/2007 18:55:31

TMAC_old · K Code Engine. Your Thoughts. TMAC_old January 30, 2007 at 12:26 AM

I have posted this on VMF then thought I would also like to post it here!

I have been restoring a K code fastback for about 5 years. It does not have its original motor. Throughout this time I have searched for numbers matching bits and pieces so that I could build one. I have now built up quite a number of parts, however the correctly numbered block and heads have eluded me. My car was built quite late in the 65 model year; about 22nd July. I have looked for heads and block built late June (F) or early July (G) but have never come across any on auction sites or in classifieds in the US. I live in Australia and have only come across one correctly dated 289 block which proved useless.

I am faced with the prospect of putting an ‘incorrect’ engine into the car with the hope, perhaps one day, of finding or building a correct HiPo engine, (unless by then it doesn’t matter as much).

I can obtain easily, locally, a crate engine: 5.0 litre 302, GT 40 heads etc, factory rebuilt by Ford Racing. These engines-and others- are sourced from the US and come out of vehicles such as Ford Explorers.

It would be great to hear from anyone who might have some advice or views about this to make my jump in mind-set a little easier. Thanks. Tim McCarthy.