'66 Mustang convertible ready for the summer fun!
Pg.1 Overview of project
Pg2. 8.8" Rearend install
Pg3. Rear Cobra Brake install and differential setup
Pg4. A/C install. Classic Auto Air's "Perfect Fit" kit slightly modified
Pg5. Installing the T5z 5 Speed transmission
Pg6. Updated front suspension and Randall's Rack and Pinion install
Updates:
(9.27.08) Changed interior picture, and engine picture on this page. Added radiator install page.
Pg7. Installing the Griffin '68 Big Block Aluminum 600Hp rated Radiator
(6.30.09) Pg8. Modified engine mounts to lower the engine 5/8" and move it back 5/8"
(8.09.09) Pg9. http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2400202/9 EFI Fuel system install.
(8.27.09) Pg10. '68 Big Block Mustang Electric Fan Radiator Shroud
Overview
Started off as a totally stock base 6 cylinder convertible with 3 speed manual transmission. A "dime a dozen" secretaries car.
The idea is for quick easy projects while enjoying the car during the process.
I bought this car as a driver. Good body and running gear, absolutely bone stock.
Each of the projects has been a weekend or less upgrade (with the exception of the big winter chassis project).
The goal for this car is a modernized version of the classic G.T.350, that is competent on a long weekend cruise, yet nimble at the track (basically performance akin to a '93 Cobra).
List of projects for this build:
(completed projects have asterick)
*Classic Auto Air "perfect fit" indash A/C kit. You have to be cool, to look cool.
*New custom gauge package. to go with the supercharged EFI engine:
*T5z (Motorsport) 5 speed manual transmission. More gears for more fun!
*8.8" rear end with True-Trac 31 spline torsen carrier, 3.73:1 FRPP gears and Girdle, Superior axles. Excellent alternative to the more expensive 9". And as a bonus the 8.8" rear is more efficient.
*Randall's Power Rack and Pinion Steering. Precise quick steering brings a modern feel to driving a classic.
*Opentracker Racing Products Upper control arms, and roller perches, Global West lower control arms, Street-or-Track Strut rods, 1" sway bar, cut stock springs and Shelby/Arning UCA drop, KYB Gas-a-just front shocks. This is a major improvement to handling and control.
*TCP subframe connectors and cross brace. These first generation "Unibody" cars flex more than Arnold Schwartzeneger in front of a mirror.
*4 Wheel Cobra disc brakes, with power booster and dual reservior master cylinder. Because drums belong in a rock and roll band, not a car.
*Caltrac traction bars, Maier Adjustable Panhard bar, Prothane heavy duty shackles, KYB GR-2 rear shocks. Tightening up the glutimus maximus.
*AC III Wheels from Team III17x8 w/4.75" backspacing. Old school Cobra charmer.
*'68 Big Block Aluminum Griffin Radiator with '67 grill support blended in and trimmed up, and custom '68 Radiator shroud with twin electric fans.
Updates in progress
Deluxe Decor group (aka "Pony interior") with full center console and GT gauge cluster. In the process of this now. I have installed the steering wheel, dash bezel, and glove box door. I've also refurbished an original full length console and cut it to fit the convertible, and A/C. Still to come are the wood grain insterts for the console, and the "Pony" door components.
Stroked small block, with Ford EEC EFI. I Picked up a 90GT with a 340HP crate engine and a Vortech supercharger. I'll stroke and bore this engine, and with some headwork and a cam change, should be an easy 450HP.
Hydraulic clutch install with Ford OEM parts
