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1st Generation 1964 1/2 - 1973 - Questions & general discussions that apply to a specific year => 1966 Mustang => Topic started by: mmorello on October 27, 2017, 04:13:09 PM

Title: Hood Latch Hardware Finish
Post by: mmorello on October 27, 2017, 04:13:09 PM
Hi, I am working on my '66 convertible and was wondering about the finish on the hood latch hardware. I know the brackets are black and the hook mechanism is phosphate and oil, but the only bolts I can find are black. Also are they the round washer or star washer type? I have seen both of them in pictures.I didn't see anything in the MCA judging rules, maybe I missed it. I would think they are natural, but I want to make sure. Pictures I have looked at have both. Any help and especially a picture would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Mark
Title: Re: Hood Latch Hardware Finish
Post by: CharlesTurner on October 27, 2017, 04:25:01 PM
The bolts would be phosphate/oil.

Type of fastener and markings could be specific to assembly plant and time of production, so provide that info to help narrow it down.
Title: Re: Hood Latch Hardware Finish
Post by: mmorello on October 27, 2017, 08:18:51 PM
Thanks so much for the reply. It's a Dearborn car with a build date of April 1, 1966.
Mark
Title: Re: Hood Latch Hardware Finish
Post by: J_Speegle on October 27, 2017, 09:47:17 PM
Thanks so much for the reply. It's a Dearborn car with a build date of April 1, 1966.
Mark

Often the smaller details don't get included in print on judging forms. Lots of details - little room

Hope this helps show what was going on around the time when you car was likely assembled . Looks pretty consistent

(http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/gallery/9/6-271017204401.jpeg)

(http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/gallery/9/6-271017204534.jpeg)

(http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/gallery/9/6-271017204629.jpeg)

(http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/gallery/9/6-271017204600.jpeg)

(http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/gallery/9/6-271017204703.jpeg)

Title: Re: Hood Latch Hardware Finish
Post by: mmorello on October 27, 2017, 10:33:59 PM
Thanks for the pictures. I appreciate your research help.
Mark