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1964 1/2 - 1965 / Hole in firewall - what belongs there?

« Last post by cobrapatrol on Today at 11:24:27 PM »

My Nov 64 SJ K-code fastback has a hole in the firewall approximately where the A/C hoses would go - pictured below. But, of course, this car never had A/C and the hole is round, not oval like the A/C opening would be.  I am curious to know what the purpose of this hole would might have.  There is a slight imprint next to the hole, and a second smaller hole at a slight angle, that may have been from something that was later removed.  The firewall insulation is pierced there also.

Any info is appreciated - Jim

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Processes, Products & Techniques / Re: Red Dyed Hardware

« Last post by Bob Gaines on Today at 10:36:51 PM »

Per Bossbill?s suggestion, I tried some Pinata Sante Fe red ink.  Here?s a photo of how it compares in color to red nut  from an NOS strut kit.   Appears pretty close.   The nut on the right is an original that was bead blasted then colored with the Pinata ink.  Nuts on the left are from the strut kit.  Fwiw

I don't see any reason to reinvent the wheel. Of course it is always good to have a alternative if needed.The Dykem layout dye that I got 1 month ago is transparent and looks the same as always. Besides being the product that AMK used and most likely still uses I am not for sure if the ink would hold up as good as the layout dye. Maybe it does but no good reason for me to change IMO.  Plus it is easily accessible if I run out from Amazon or my local welding supply.

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Processes, Products & Techniques / Re: Red Dyed Hardware

« Last post by AJ on Today at 08:12:48 PM »

Per Bossbill?s suggestion, I tried some Pinata Sante Fe red ink.  Here?s a photo of how it compares in color to red nut  from an NOS strut kit.   Appears pretty close.   The nut on the right is an original that was bead blasted then colored with the Pinata ink.  Nuts on the left are from the strut kit.  Fwiw

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1967 Mustang / Re: 1967 Front Bumper Overstamped Factory Codes

« Last post by ruppstang on Today at 02:58:59 PM »

A picture would be great.

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Body, Paint & Sealers / MOVED: Mach one hood stripes

« Last post by J_Speegle on Today at 02:05:04 PM »

This topic has been moved to 1969 Mustang.

https://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=29630.0

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1969 Mustang / Re: Mach one hood treatment

« Last post by J_Speegle on Today at 02:04:46 PM »

Is the paint on your hood original?   If so that's good as you can use it to make a pattern of the outside forward curve to use for your repaint.

The 69 paint is different from the 70 type so don't get the two mixed up. Originally it was a Ditzler/PPG product #9295but that will do you little good now. The original PPG/Ditzler formula has not been available for decades but TCP Global reformulated current paints to work for this task. Latest I've seen it guys purchasing the correct 69 (70 is different) paint from TCP Global. If you call they will know what paint it is. They also use to sell the product on Ebay, not sure they do any longer

TCP Global Auto Paints
https://tcpglobal.com/pages/automotive-paint-home

Library for older cars
https://www.autocolorlibrary.com/


Related thread though it focuses on SJ cars

https://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=17954.msg113765#msg113765


  If you lack the original pattern (take allot of measurements) there are patterns for the curve and distances between the stripe, blackout, forward hood edges that can be posted though I'm always concerned how well the curve gets reproduced from scanning and reposting but it you size it to match the side and forward line you should be in the neighborhood.

Worked for me

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General Discussion / Re: Thank You

« Last post by J_Speegle on Today at 01:28:54 PM »

Your very welcome. Sure with that color combination and the freshness of the build it really must turn some heads when driven around town. Hard to miss this one.

Good luck

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1967 Mustang / 1967 Front Bumper Overstamped Factory Codes

« Last post by kkupec02 on Today at 01:26:33 PM »

I have been looking for a matching date stamped front bumper to match my factory original rear bumper. I came across a front bumper locally that I bought for $30 with over stamps. I assume it is a factory replacement part but couldn't go wrong for that price while I continue the search.  The date codes are top line: 11 over stamped on an 8, then 6 2 M 2 with the M over stamped on a 9 or vice versa. Lower line: upside down 2 then 6 7, then 8 1 with something under the 8 maybe a 1? Any guesses on what I bought? Thinking early over the counter replacement. Thanks.

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General Discussion / Re: Thank You

« Last post by Bob Gaines on Today at 11:30:35 AM »

It turned out to be quite the looker. Great job.

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1969 Mustang / Mach one hood treatment

« Last post by DaveF on Today at 11:19:56 AM »

I?m getting ready to paint the hood stripes on my Mach One. I am having difficulty figuring out what type of paint to use. My old stripes were matte black, with some notable texture. Is there someone that can let me know how to make authentic stripes. If you recommend products, please be specific. I would appreciate exact paint code numbers if possible. Thanks