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  1. njmop

    1968 Proper hood bumper location

    My gt/cs didn't have the original hood and pin setup so I don't know where the hood bumpers mount. Do they mount on last bolt of fender or somewhere on the radiator support? Looked at photos online and saw both ways. Mine were on the rad support. Thanks!
  2. njmop

    1968 Stalls under Load

    I have 289 in my CS that I've put back together after a few years of work here and there. It stalls under load. I am concerned my distributor is off a tooth or something. Car runs/idles fine until it is in gear (C4 auto) and throttle punched. It almost seems like it isn't getting enough...
  3. njmop

    1968 Correct brake pedal switch?

    Hello all. CS had drum, then front Grenada disc manual, now MP disc/ drum power booster. I installed 1191 pn from CJ pony parts which said 68 power disc brake switch. My brake lights stayed on and I ended up beating up the switch beyond repair due to being frustrated. Kit installed has new...
  4. njmop

    1968 Rebuilt C4 is in but won't start or engage gear

    First of all, I am finally reassembling my GT/CS in efforts to be able to start/move it while I continue to work on finishing it, so there could be more going on BUT here is my issue: Car won't start and I can't get the trans to engage in Park or any gear. I installed the trans over a year...
  5. njmop

    1968 "original" A/C Install Questions Please Help ID Parts

    I purchased a complete A/C (underhood) for my GT/CS that came with factory air, but not there when I purchased the car. I got this a/c system from a local guy that said it was a 68 set. It looks like it has 67 part numbers mixed with 68, but I need help! I need a 289/302 68 a/c diagram or...
  6. njmop

    1968 Transmission Kickdown Install*Need Diagram/Photos Help

    I just had my transmission rebuilt and installed it along with my engine. I never had a kickdown cable/setup when I bought the car and just bought the Scott Drake kit and tried to install it. I have a few old Ford diagrams, but they don't show the whole setup, from trans neutral start switch...
  7. njmop

    Wanted 289 Harmonic Balancer / Damper WANTED

    Sorry if this is a repost, but I couldn't tell if it went through... I need a 289 62-68 Harmonic balancer. Mine is cracked. I will pay a fair price or trade for something. I have a 302 28oz balancer that I bought (it think its a 69) and it's wrong. I need the one that has the pulley mount...
  8. njmop

    For Sale 66 HCS Convertible in CT on Craigslist

    Not mine. Just found it cruisin' the net. http://jerseyshore.craigslist.org/cto/2341566746.html Looks like it needs lots of love.
  9. njmop

    For Sale 66 HCS Convertible in CT

    http://jerseyshore.craigslist.org/cto/2341566746.html Found it cruisin' the net this evening. Looks like it needs everything, but who knows... Not mine.
  10. njmop

    1968 Fog Light Pedestals--Need Help

    I know I should have just dealt with HC Bob, but I bought a set of pedestals on Ebay. The threads are very fine and they don't fit any of my four LR8/Square 8's. My original chrome nuts fit perfect (the short bolt and mount that are shelby correct is what I have) and hand thread and these new...
  11. njmop

    What is Correct Duplicolor for 68 289/302?

    I just bought some "Old Ford Blue", but they also sold "Dark Ford Blue" and "Ford Blue". The engine is a 73 and is already the "Ford Blue" color, but I pulled it, cleaned it and am putting new seals in it and want it to be year correct for the GT/CS body. I am fairly sure that the Ford Blue is...
  12. njmop

    1968 Fender Apron (Driver Side) Need Part and Help

    I just bought a driver's side fender apron, a passenger's side apron and radiator support. The passenger side is fair quality, with all of the fender mounting holes and radiator mount holes pre-cut on top. The same vendor sent a driver side with no mounting holes on top. Is there a repop that...
  13. njmop

    1968 RestoMod in SF Bay on Craigslist

    http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/pts/1598636169.html Looks mean...
  14. njmop

    1968 Upper Control Arm Placement Question

    I'm trying to fix some old modifications and damage to my CS and there are some things that I am not going to change, but want to make sure they are right. The front brakes were replaced by previous owner with Granada disc setup. My front passenger wheel aways rubbed a bit with my 16" Torque...
  15. njmop

    1968 Craigslist Ad for CS for Trade

    http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/cto/1578434183.html Not mine and there is not much info. Just an FYI.
  16. njmop

    1968 Correct Fender Bolts Black or Cadmium?

    What fender bolts are correct for our cars. Mine was built in Feb 1968 if that makes a difference. I have a couple different 40 year old bolts holding on my fenders and I have to buy new ones, so I want to do things more right than not.
  17. njmop

    1968 Interior Paint Color Help

    My CS has a "black" interior. I've painted my rear panels 67-73 interior metallic black charcoal paint. HOWEVER, my dash and glove box are next and they look like the "cast blast" color I just bought to paint my grille. All of the books that I have say to paint the dash "black metallic...
  18. njmop

    T-5 "Mustang" f/s on Craiglist NJ

    http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/1021480404.html I don't know much about these cars, but one seems to be for sale near me. $3500. Not mine or anyone I know, just seems like a rare car. On the T-5 site it shows hardtop production at 286. Just wondering if it's worth a look...
  19. njmop

    1968 Help Decode My Engine

    I need some help to see if the engine in my GT/CS is original. 3K10C672 is what the block stamp looks like. The stamp is kinda poor. It is a C code 289 2V, which is right for the car, but what other info can I get from that code? My VIN is 8R01C142482. Thanks all.
  20. njmop

    Carpet Underlayment ?'s/ +GT/CS new home

    Can anyone recommend a carpet underlayment? I am starting to work on my interior and after 40 years my underlayment is brittle and nasty (but original and no rust on the floor! I'm looking at the $42.xx kit on Mustangs Unlimited. Can I use something else or is something else available that...
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