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Drivetrain / Re: s code low compression

« Last post by RoyceP on Today at 02:57:46 PM »

Typically it means either a leaking valve or bad rings. You need to pull the heads and see which it is. Cold Cranking numbers like that on an FE are indications of trouble. It indicates low compression of course, but compression ratio is more likely calculated, not measured.

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1964 1/2 - 1965 / 1964.5 Medium Blue interior color????

« Last post by Corey Bowcutt on Today at 01:49:38 PM »

I am restoring the interior of my 1964.5 convertible.  The TRIM code is 82 which is Blue Vinyl.  (It appears the trim code went to 22 in 65?)  They call the paint Medium Blue Poly Ford code M1821G which converts to PPG 12989, DuPont 9135, RM BASF 5747.  I purchased a rattle can from NPD labeled Medium Blue Metallic for interior metal and rigid parts P/N AP-5747.  The 5747 jived with the RM BASF 5747 number so I thought I was on the right track.

I received the paint and sprayed it out on a piece of scrap metal.  It is a very pretty color but does not match my interior at all.

A few questions:

1) Is the interior blue paint supposed to be metallic?  I do not believe see metallic in my interior painted metal pieces.
2) Has anyone had any luck matching the medium blue poly paint on the interior of their car?
3) What does "Poly" mean in the Medium Blue Poly. description?

Thank you,
Corey

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Drivetrain / s code low compression

« Last post by MarkC on Today at 10:49:33 AM »

s code 390 150 lbs compression except cyl 2 is at 60 lbs,but passes leak down test,any ideas

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1964 1/2 - 1965 / Re: Holes in dash

« Last post by jwc66k on May 01, 2024, 06:18:01 PM »

Thanks guys! I'm going to start welding up some holes.

Depending on how good a welder you are, consider using "JB Weld" on the smaller holes. I also used Bondo on my dash installing a "radio repair panel". My "welds" of the panel warped the dash.
Jim

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1967 Mustang / Re: 1967 Fastback 289 2V Engine Mounts

« Last post by jwc66k on May 01, 2024, 06:11:07 PM »

Here the differences -
https://www.428cobrajet.org/id-motor-mount-support-bracket
Here's what is on this forum from the infamous search feature.
https://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=6382.msg36083#msg36083
Don't forget that the rubber insulators are different too.
Jim

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1967 Mustang / Re: 1967 Fastback 289 2V Engine Mounts

« Last post by RoyceP on May 01, 2024, 05:52:53 PM »

eBay has them, or WCCC.

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1967 Mustang / Re: 1967 Fastback 289 2V Engine Mounts

« Last post by RickP330 on May 01, 2024, 03:14:26 PM »

Allright,
Keep it pure - I get it!  So where would be the best place to find Factory 1968 frame side mounts and Engine mounts?  Or factory parts for that matter?  All I know of is the reproduction stuff....
RP

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1969 Mustang / Re: 69 Grande stripe

« Last post by J_Speegle on May 01, 2024, 01:18:04 PM »

Hi all.
Finally i bought the Stripes which most of the cars on the pictures seema to have: black with gold accent. Another reason was that i did Not find a company which sells black with white accent.
Now I mounted the stripes on my pony and what did I find? At the inner Side of the passenger door there is a small rest of the original Stripes... Black with white accent...  . So I will continue to search the correct one for my car...

Nice find though it just adds to the challenge but just another to overcome.

Allot of parts get reproduced when an owner can't find what they need and takes on the challenge

Good luck with your choices

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1969 Mustang / Re: 69 Grande stripe

« Last post by KevinK on May 01, 2024, 12:56:45 PM »

I have been watching Grande's for years. Most end up painting them on. Two things I have noted:
- The insert stripe gets wider at the rear quarter panel. This is often missed when painting them on.
-The overall strip width also increases going from front to back.
- There is a cut out around the door handle. I have not noticed this until recent years so my data is limited and needs to be verified.

NOS Strip kits show up now and then. Probably a lot of them are not reinstalled after painting.

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1964 1/2 - 1965 / Re: 65 Standard Instrument Cluster Finish

« Last post by Corey Bowcutt on May 01, 2024, 12:40:34 PM »

I know this is an old thread but I am restoring a 1964.5 Convertible that is for the most part unmolested.  I just took out and disassembled the instrument cluster.  It would be very shocking if this were not the original equipment.  FWIW there is no marking on the bezel that I can see at all.

Corey