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FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Happy Birthday » 11/11/2022 3:14 PM

Vkt-66
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HAPPY B-DAY ..
BILLY... don't know if anyone  notice the CAP locks posted .. nice touch MS 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » COULD this actually work???! » 8/05/2022 1:15 PM

Vkt-66
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THAT was entertaining ...  caught  myself thinking this might work ??  also laughing to tears ..

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » what is your favorite engine oil to break in ne engine? » 8/05/2022 12:46 PM

Vkt-66
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6sally6 wrote:

Vkt-66 wrote:

​The first engine I built was with my brothers when I was 8years old .. under the supervision   of our Father  
​Many motors since  ....  I still break in all with  ATF  for the first 2 hours ....
THIS was DADS secret !!!  

I can now pass it on to you ..

 

Are you KIDD'IN ME!!!!...
Straight ATF ??!
How about some more details.... run engine for.....2 hours....2000 miles?
That stuff is mighty thin .
I use it to lube the rings walls and such butt........WOW!
Enquiring minds wanna know!
6sal6
 

!!! NOT  KIDDING  !!!
run ATF for 2 hours while adjusting lifters n carb ..checking for  h2o  -n-  Oil  leeks ..
after fill with whatever oil -n- filter of your choice... 
No need to break in engine while driving ..
my oil preference has always been
Castrol® GTX® 20W-50
love that stuff never opened up a engine with crud gummed up in it !!

Knew this would get someone's  attention  !! 
always work for me never had a engine failure

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FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » what is your favorite engine oil to break in ne engine? » 8/05/2022 9:12 AM

Vkt-66
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​The first engine I built was with my brothers when I was 8years old .. under the supervision   of our Father  
​Many motors since  ....  I still break in all with  ATF  for the first 2 hours ....
THIS was DADS secret !!!  

I can now pass it on to you ..

 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Bash graphics » 7/22/2022 7:32 AM

Vkt-66
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Thanks . Terry 
Bummer I'd like to see that on a tee shirt ...

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Help with Cam » 7/21/2022 7:13 PM

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Billy 
This is what I used   Comp Cams  # 31-442-8 

My 289" block 10.1 hypereutcic -GT-40  IS-M-6049-Y303 heads -Edelbrock Performer-Holley 650 dbl pump manual - Hooker headers - T5 - 3.25 true track ...

 very low vacuum 10' - lumpy idle but great response .. 
Fun to Drive  ..

from Comp cams site ...
 Engine Make/SizeFord 289-302RPM Range2500-6000Lifter TypeHydraulic RollerInt. Duration Advertised (Deg)284Exh. Duration @ .050 in. (Deg)224Exh. Duration Advertised (Deg)284Int. Duration @ .050 in. (Deg)224UsageStreet/StripQuantitySold individuallyLobe Separation (Deg)110Exhaust Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio (0.533Intake Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio (i0.533Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio0.533 int./0.533 exh.Advertised Duration284 int./284 exh.Computer-Controlled CompatibleNoValve Springs RequiredYesCam StyleHydraulic roller tappetExhaust Duration at 050 inch Lift224Intake Duration at 050 inch Lift224Duration at 050 inch Lift224 int./224 exh.Advertised Intake Duration284Advertised Exhaust Duration284Basic Operating RPM Range2,500-6,000Grind NumberFS 284RF-HR10Exhaust Valve Lift0.533 in (13.538 mm)Intake Valve Lift0.533 in (13.538 mm)Manufacturer's Part Number:31-442-8Shipping Weight:7.75Package Height:3.1Package Depth:24.2Package Width:2.8

I also run an electric fan w/ 24" radiatio  -  a/c - powerSteering - hydro boost breaks - 4 wheel disc ... all with V belts ...
 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Bash graphics » 7/21/2022 4:26 PM

Vkt-66
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So is this the   graphics for the bash   tee shirt?

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Get Together In The Dallas Metroplex » 7/12/2022 9:09 AM

Vkt-66
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Sorry replied to wrong post ..
I plan on being there  ... head count   1 just me !! and the "66"
 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Get Together In The Dallas Metroplex » 7/12/2022 9:02 AM

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I plan on being there  ... head count   1 just me !! and the "66"

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » test fitting a 245/45 17 late model mustang rim DSE mini tubs » 5/30/2022 1:36 PM

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Sorry guy's to take so long to answer ,,,
16 x 8 inch rims all 4  not sure about back spaceing ( ? from outside of rim to axel 4.25 "  )  245 x 50 x16  BF. Goodrich   and 4 way Dics breaks 
Suspension -
Front
1.125 ( 1-1/8" ) Shelby lowering arm, negative camber upper ball, 620 lb.. lowering springs,  1.125" sway bar , and export brace with montcarlo bar  ...
Rear
4.5 leaf mid eye , stiffer Shackles kit .( just installed ) pinch fender edge , flattend inside wheelwell seam , and .875 " sway bar ......
Pitcures tell alot !   hope this helps !!

Shelby Lowering .. 


So not sure abought big bump rub !! breaking in with 200 lb..of sand bags in truck no big bump yet ..

PS :  yes I did put new rubber in rear sway bar ...

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » test fitting a 245/45 17 late model mustang rim DSE mini tubs » 5/25/2022 7:28 PM

Vkt-66
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best free image hosting

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » test fitting a 245/45 17 late model mustang rim DSE mini tubs » 5/25/2022 7:20 PM

Vkt-66
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HEY MS  !!
I just searched your post on TIPS .. NO list  ...  Tiny pick logo only ..

PS:  I have a set of 4 - 16" x 8" with 245x50x16" on my "66"
 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 69-70 front spoiler mounting location » 3/26/2022 10:55 AM

Vkt-66
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Thanks For Sharing !!!!
Haha...
​appreciate it anyway

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Any advice on installing a back seat divider on a 66 mustang coupe? » 3/26/2022 10:51 AM

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Forgot to load Photos

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Any advice on installing a back seat divider on a 66 mustang coupe? » 3/26/2022 10:48 AM

Vkt-66
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Here's what I did to my "66" 
Sprayed bed liner
speckle painted blue tones 
then carpet 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 69-70 front spoiler mounting location » 3/26/2022 10:34 AM

Vkt-66
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Sorry no help on a "69-70"
FYI ... Just so happens that I'm working on a spoiler for my "66"

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Yep, defnitely have car-owner virus » 2/02/2022 4:48 PM

Vkt-66
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Send me the PRICE too...  
SON is asking for a project
prefers 65 - 66 Fastback !!!
he 's going to tear it apart 
Want's   
,,,,, front to rear frame / no shock towers  / coyote / rack / big tires / and t-56   

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Ride Height » 1/05/2022 1:22 PM

Vkt-66
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I still have a mid eye 4.5 leaf springs set I haven't installed yet along with the 8" 3rd member..

So I ask EATON .,,
when going through there list of questions they ask about ride height 
on there site here's how I answered this question ...
What is special about your vehicle? What are you planning on doing with it? 
To answer this I need to know what standard height is ??

The existing height measures 14 1/4 " from center axle to bottom lip of quarter panel..
I would like this to be 1" lower to match the modified front

Mike at EATON  .. 
reply 
 Vernon, 
Thank you for your inquiry. To answer your question, no we do not know what the factory ride height would be. When we make the springs to specs they will sit her at factory height.

    WHAT  !!  

so my question is what is factory height ?? 
​Does any one really know ??

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Mini bash, anyone? Bryan, Tx. January 9 » 12/30/2021 9:35 PM

Vkt-66
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on SUNDAY <<< I'm a maybe.. last minute decision .???  I'll leave Around 7 am 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Impromptu mini bash in McKinney, TX » 12/17/2021 12:35 PM

Vkt-66
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" GABE " 

LOOK up  !!!

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Just got back from a 10 day RT66 road trip in my '66 » 5/08/2021 8:36 PM

Vkt-66
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Great write up !!!
I've traveled a lot of your route 66 trip from childhood to now !! ( Southern California born -n- raised drove truck for my  Father ) most of it from  Ca. to Ok,    my last encounter was Mustang, OK  just outside ok city after I moved to Bedford, Tx 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Is your BASH THRASH underway yet? » 3/27/2021 12:47 PM

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 My list is long ...
                         So if I don't get it all done                                         
                                                                       I'll just make sure it's drivable !!!                                                                                                                                                                                               See you There 

PS: Wife & I  will be ​  driving in on sat. 22nd..

Show Your Mustang Pictures and History » vkt-66 my pony * up-dating photo's * » 1/31/2021 10:55 AM

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HERE'S the post of how I now go through to post pictures..
  

Vkt-66 wrote:

I think I figured it out ... I now at this screen have to click the " imgbb " tab



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Drag and drop or paste images here to upload You can also browse from your computer or add image URLs.

then 

 

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 Upload and share your images.
START UPLOADING
hit start uploading

go though the prosses
pick your picture  and at the embed codes screen  select BBCode full linked
then hit copy on the box below 
then go back to your message screen and right click your mouse .. select paste  .. you get the code and then  the picture 

[url=https://ibb.co/7R48Y0s]

​This is a whole lot more then before [/url]

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Finished up my winter projects » 1/30/2021 7:44 PM

Vkt-66
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MY >>>  MY  those pictures look good ..

very nice work        I always liked " 69 - 70 "  especially one's with a 351 cleveland    

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Getting serious about eliminating drivetrain vibration » 1/29/2021 12:26 PM

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Steve I'm getting ready to install leaf springs, new shackles, and my 3.25 3rd member... 
I also noticed I have a vibration at + 100mph ... 
going to look at my T-5 tailshaft bearing as the issue ...
u-joints - wheel bearings - drive shaft was balanced on T-5 install all are good ..

Did you find out what was causing  your issue ??

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