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    1968 will 24" Big Block Radiator work on 289...?

    After checking the radiator better, no original stampings so it appears to be a re-production 24" Big Block LH lower inlet with 3 rows cooling.... The fan shroud is labeled 24" Drake.... I'm now leaning towards checking with a local shop for modification or selling the two and going with a...
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    1968 will 24" Big Block Radiator work on 289...?

    Good advise....Thanks! I will not try to make it work and get a 24" Radiator with lower right hand water inlet... Ruppstang, yes if your C9 small block version provides more cooling than my stock 20" I'd give it a shot... I will look for ways to find someone looking for this Ford Big Block...
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    1968 will 24" Big Block Radiator work on 289...?

    I picked up a 24" radiator from someone who said it would work on my 68 GTCS with a 289 ci V8.... When I compared it agains tthe existing 19" radiator in the car I noticed it has the lower hose inlet on the bottom left hand drivers side... :undecided Has anyone installed a big block 24"...
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    1968 Dash Panel Brake Light ON?

    Thanks All for the advise.... I will check for fluid leaks at the wheels since I do not see a leak around the differential valve. If this does not help I will drive and see if I can center the valve by a quick jab on the brakes. If both do not clear the light I will try to follow the...
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    1968 Dash Panel Brake Light ON?

    Thanks for the advise and link.... was able to pull the plug from the Brake distribution block sesnor and the Brake light went away...:) now need to figure out if it is a wiring or sensor short or non centered valve in the Block...:scared: Thanks.
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    1968 Dash Panel Brake Light ON?

    while I have not investigated it yet, thought I'd ask if anyone knows why the Dash Panel Brake Light stays on when the not engaged? is it as simple as a brake light switch on the trans, shifter switchg or someting simple...?
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    Hi Mike, Thanks for the note and update. I've sent a note to Admin in hope Jon will advise on...

    Hi Mike, Thanks for the note and update. I've sent a note to Admin in hope Jon will advise on next steps. Yes, the Concord event sounds fun and I'd like to meet you and all the other GTCS owners. Take Care.... Dennis
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    Hello Mike, I would like to update the registry for my 1968 GTCS vin #8R01C143520. I purchased...

    Hello Mike, I would like to update the registry for my 1968 GTCS vin #8R01C143520. I purchased the car from Linda Van Ness in 2009 and would like change her name. I'm on the forum as Wild Willie. Linda gave me all the paperwork she had on the car and I still have it all. I have since also...
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    1968 Hood locks question

    yes, my new aftermarket hood pin locks come with lower washers and they have a small double sided adhesive tape ring to stick onto the hood. Original hood pins I removed from the hood did have some type of glue. the new aftermarket lower washers were real thin and kind of cheap looking...
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    1968 GT/CS Stripes - reflective or no?

    I added the White Reflctive Stripes made by 3M to my 68 GTCS and like them. The original White Strips were non reflective. As you can see they light up well at night.
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    1968 Hood Pin Attach Method

    Thanks for the advise and suggestions. I have purchased some good high quality 3M double sided tape, applied it to the bottom side lower washer and will mount the pin assembly. I will also have to find a C clip for one as it is missing. Bummed that one pin top (visible to eye) surface has...
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    1968 Hood Pin Attach Method

    Paint is all done and now time to remount the hood pins.... any suggestion on how best to secure the hood pins onto the new paint or do's and don'ts in this re-attachment process? Thanks.... Dennis
  13. Chevy Sedan Delevery and California Special
  14. Daughters 1st Car Show = Goodguys in Pleasanton CA
  15. Painted, Upholstry done and now other odds and ends to install
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    1968 Front end sit higher than back end of GTCS

    Great feedback, spec and comments.... glad I asked as I thought that maybe a dumb question.... :smile: once I get the car back from upholstry I'll measure the heights as suggested to see where I'm at. Best Regards.... Dennis
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    1968 Front end sit higher than back end of GTCS

    anyone know why my GTCS has always had the front end sit higher than the rear end? I'm not aware of any srping additions or changes causing this and still see the condition even after replacing the shocks, lower control arms and steering suspension. Any thoughts?
  18. out come the small dents and align panels
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    '69 Headrests on '68 Seats

    69 Head rests on 68 seats Doug, thanks for the close up pictures. it does appear there are differences betwen the 68 in your photos and my 69 upper where by 4 bolt bracket is to mount. I also see a rectangular cutout for the head rest post to come into the seat top. I do not see this...
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    '69 Headrests on '68 Seats

    69 headrests on 68 mustang seats Help.....? I acquired these 68-69 Mustang/Cougar Seats with headrests hoping I could easily install the head rests on my 68 Mustang seats. However, it appears from this thread the 68 seats do not have mounting holes in the top frame for the bracket (4 holes...
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