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    California Special at UTA

    I just saw a GT/CS at the University of Texas at Arlington and was wondering if anyone owns it that is a member of the forum?
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    Question for Mechanics????

    Hey guys, just got a 1988 mustang convertible. I know its off topic, but i ran in to a problem i can't solve. I replaced the engine, and its missing. cylinder number 4 is missing. I replaced the spark plugs, wires, cap, rotor. When i pull the wire off when its running, i can see the spark...
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    MUSTANG IRS

    Have any of you done the 99' cobra IRS(independent rear suspension) switch? I just finished it on my car. I couldn't swallow paying over 1k for the brakets, so I cut and welded made some myself. The car can now accept 17 inch cobra r wheels with a wider wheel base. Now i have rear disc...
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    FREE GT/CS Decals

    I just finished some GT/CS decal kits. They are on 2mil graphic vinyl.(white, red, black) This is for people who plan on installing the decals within the next couple of weeks and have access to a digital camera, or a scanner. I would like about 10 pictures after installation, and your...
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    Endcap decal measurements

    I am looking for the decal measurements for the endcap. I have found some measurements in the GT/CS recognition guide, but it doesn't tell the beginning width of either of the two stripes, or the width of the space in between. Can anyone take me a real close face on picture of either endcap...
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    GT/CS decals

    I am making my own decals for my california special. I own a laser cutting machine, and have recreated the stripes and gt/cs decals in adobe illustrator. I couldn't find any decals that were close enough to the originals, so I went ahead and recreated my own. I am planning on printing them on...
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    GT/CS Stripes

    hello, I have noticed looking in several catalogs, that the stripes reproduced for the GT/CS are in many colors and sometimes even metallic? What were the original colors of the stripes used on the car? Thanks. Sincerely, Kevin
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    Alignment of Side Scoops

    I just finished adding new quarters to my mustang, and I am curious as to the alignment of the side scoops. I have the GT/CS recognition guide, but It doesn't indicate the exact placement of the scoops relative to the quarter recess. I thought about using a ratio to a good picture of the...
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    GT/CS Model 1/16?

    I have a GT/CS recognition guide, and it says that I can combine a 64 hardtop 1:16, and a Nichimo 1:16 shelby convertible. I am unable to find any shelby convertible models. Yes, I have checked ebay and everywhere online. Does anyone know where to purchase the shelby model or where to find...
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    Six cylinder AC. HELP!!!!!

    My car didn't come with an ac. I have an inline 200. I'm trying to put a factory ac system in it, but having trouble determining what the setup even looks like. I have already checked fordsix.com website. Maybe one of you guys with a six cylinder can help. Thanks Sincerely, Kevin Kersey
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    Reproduction Lucas Fog lights

    Hey guys! I'm currently working on reproducing the Lucas Square 8 fog lights used on the GT/CS. I know of no other reproduction source, so I thought I might give it a try. I am interested in any feedback that you can give me about your interest in this product. I figured that if I was going...
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    Hood problems

    Has anyone else had their hood bend (crimp) up near the hinges? I have two used hoods, and both of them have done this. I'm thinking about welding some steel reinforcements in the frame along the sides before I reattach the hood skin. Maybe I have just been unlucky getting two crimped hoods.
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    Measurements

    Do any of you have the measurements on the hood where the hood locks are placed? I just bought a used hood and drilled all the spot welds out to pull the skin off. I've done all the body work on it, and I'm ready to patch the previous hood pin holes(not gtcs). But maybe they are put in the...
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    Fiberglass Pricing

    Hello again. I have some great deal on reproduction fiberglass parts, tail light bezels, and emblems. Here are the prices. These are high quality reproductions, finished in gel coat. I will have pictures soon. If anyone needs the entire set, or buy mulitple items, I offer a significant...
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