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Title: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: tomtri66 on April 11, 2011, 09:11:23 AM

Does anyone have data on what typical markings have been found on 1966 Metuchen built cars?  I don't want to recreate someone else's markings, just want a reference of where to look.  For example, did Metuchen use radiator support markings like Dearborn even though Metuchen cars had buck tags?

Title: Re: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: CharlesTurner on April 11, 2011, 09:23:20 AM

Yes, Metuchen had the markings on the passenger side of the radiator support.  They were usually painted over like Dearborn cars.  Rotation number usually found on lower front cross-member (piece below radiator support).  Otherwise, paint-ok stamps on fenders, cowl and sometimes the bottom of the hood, maybe a different format or design.

I've also found a hook number for the fenders on the frame rails, behind where the front bumper brackets attach.

Title: Re: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: tomtri66 on April 12, 2011, 12:23:13 AM

Thanks Charles.  Hopefully I can find some of these in my search :)  btw checked out your blog on the K code vert.  Very nice!  Question, what is the tape Ford used to hold down the fuel sending unit lead?  Did they use the same type tape in all three plants?

Title: Re: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: CharlesTurner on April 12, 2011, 11:40:36 AM

Quote from: tomtri66 on April 12, 2011, 12:23:13 AM

Thanks Charles.  Hopefully I can find some of these in my search :)  btw checked out your blog on the K code vert.  Very nice!  Question, what is the tape Ford used to hold down the fuel sending unit lead?  Did they use the same type tape in all three plants?

Not necessarily, it seems to have varied in placement and thickness of tape used.

Title: Re: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: Mitch70769 on April 13, 2011, 02:21:38 PM

Here is a paint stamp from a factory Metuchen car I had.  It's on the drivers side cowl.

Title: Re: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: 66kcoupe on April 14, 2011, 10:31:31 PM

Here's some examples from my April 66 Metuchen car, in the family since new.
cowl panel, one on each side different names, both still visible
(http://i43.tinypic.com/2lkft5f.jpg)
underside of hood one on each side different names (only one still visible)
(http://i44.tinypic.com/2h4jh2s.jpg)
This is a mystery stamp that is on the right side by the shock tower, visible but not readable anymore
(http://i39.tinypic.com/hvq6i9.jpg)
fenders also had stamps, barely visible now, hope this helps.

Title: Re: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: J_Speegle on April 15, 2011, 09:34:14 PM

Quote from: 66kcoupe on April 14, 2011, 10:31:31 PM

Here's some examples from my April 66 Metuchen car, in the family since new..........................

Thanks for the pictures - sure matches the pattern we've seen before. Guess this is the car that was at the MCA Texas show last week, Good to meet you and thanks for bringing the car out

Title: Re: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: 66kcoupe on April 15, 2011, 10:37:14 PM

Yes it is. Jeff, it was nice to meet you and put a face to the name.
Gary

Title: Re: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: ChrisV289 on April 16, 2011, 01:01:20 AM

I don't think I got to chance to see that car...but it was great to meet you too Jeff...

Title: Re: 1966 Metuchen markings
Post by: tomtri66 on April 17, 2011, 01:16:54 PM

Thanks for the pictures!  very helpful!  :)