6sally6 wrote:

Please tell me you have installed the lighter advance springs in the distrib...I am always preaching about!
 Put plenty of timing in the engine (butt-knot so much it rattles) Adjust carb again with a vacuum guage.
You COULD disconnect the front sway bar while at the strip to get max lift of the front end when launching. (Just re-connect when you drive it home.)
Don't get in the water box unless its just for pictures.
Open them headers brother!
6sally6

6sally6,

I have to be honest, I have not done that.  I'm learning a lot as I go and the car has been running so good I'm some times scared to mess with it if it isn't broken.  Is there a good read on how to do the spring swap and dial it in after?  If I understand what I'm doing I could take it on.

I won't bother with the front sway bar, but I'll be sure to unload any extra gear that isn't needed.  I'm looking forward to doing a few runs.  It will be fun.

hey all,

Taking my '66 coupe to the strip at the end of the month.  i've only been once.  didn't have great results back then.. car is running much better so I figured it was time to give her another go.

'66 coupe
'95 50
offy intake
edlebrock 1405 4brl carb
long tube headers 2.25" dual exhaust
rebuilt c4 with shift kit
2,79 rear with power trax locker
shelby style traction bars
225/60r15s on the back

My car is a lot of fun to drive but i would exactly call it fast.  I can squawk the tires but can't do a brake stand at all.  However if the street is even a little wet the tires will spin like crazy.  Had a guy I respect a lot when it comes to cars tell me that my hp may not be high but my not being able to do a brake stand isn't a bad thing.  Saying that it makes for a quicker launch because the leafs, traction bars, and tires are doing their job gripping the road. 

I'm not sure if i believe that so i ask what are your thoughts?

Any suggestions for having more success at the track?  I'm only looking to break my old times, which should be more than easy since i had serious transmission issues when i was there last.

What can i do for just a little more power (not like you ever have enough right)?

Not looking to set records, just have a good time and set a better time and get some cool video.

Thanks.

 

how do I check to see if the booster is bottoming out before the m/c? I've never seen or heard of that.

Love how much I learn with this site!

Over the last few years I've converted my car to power disc brakes.  I'm 99% sure that some how I have the wrong m/c on the car.  The performance is not right.  Everything related to brakes is new and done right.  The car will not stop strongly.  Its not safe to drive.  In fact it feels like the brake pedal bottoms out (although its not hitting the floor).  I even took my car to a pro mechanic and after some trouble shooting he is convinced I have the wrong master cylinder.  After speaking to him, I agree with him.  So I'm ready to buy another one. 

This is what I have.

66 mustang
5.0 with carb
c4
MustangSteve modified pedal hanger and modified pedal.
fox body 4 cylinder booster
dual bowl m/c

For the life of me I can't find the receipt for the m/c but I think it is a 74 maverick ds/dr power brake m/c.  I'm 99.9% sure that it is wrong so my question is what is the part number for the m/c that I wan?

The site says:
=14Iron Disc/Drum or Disc.Disc 1.0" bore  $75.00  =14(Similar to 70 Mustang original) =14    
Aluminum Disc/Disc 1.0" bore   $120 =14 =14(2000 Mustang V6)I've looked at rockauto.com but they have a selection and I want to be sure I get it right this time.I can add a picture if that helps.

Thanks guys.
Richardrmousir

not close enough to help out but that is a pretty car there.
 

I totally get what your saying Sal, but this isn't a solid feel.  It's just soft.  It's not right.

hey all,

My car is far from body and paint, which would include new door and window seals.  I was thinking about tearing off the old dry rotted unsealing seals and putting new ones on just to make it quieter.  maybe better for rain and wind, etc.  Hate to waste the money but I'm not gonna do body and paint any time soon.

Thoughts?  Should I just suck it up or not even bother?  Just looking for ideas.

Thanks.

Good to hear!  I've got two quick projects to go on my car and I think she will be ready to get back on the road.  some day I'll paint her and make her look pretty.. for now its drive baby drive.
 

pretty sure you can get new ones from NPD.

-Edelbrook Performer Intake, part# 2121 (new in box)........$130

do you have the gaskets with the intake?  To confirm, as I'm not intake smart, it will run with out issue on my 5.0 right?

are the original ones a 4 leaf?  Looks like it but can't tell for sure.  4 leaf vs 5 leaf, they are going to be different.  If the length is good, I wouldn't worry.  Slap them on there and get driving.

I so want one.  I have the room but would need to modify my door first.  Nice!