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    11/19/2022 6:59 PM  #1

    Ron68
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    There’s a new Pony in my stable



    68 coupe - 351W, 4R70W, 9" 3.25 -- 65 convertible - 289 4v, C4, 8" 3.00
     

    11/19/2022 7:11 PM  #2

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    Re: There’s a new Pony in my stable

    A little history here about this car - a 1965 A code convertible. Just purchased from my late brother in law's estate. He has had the car since about 1982. In 1985 he did a almost full restoration, and has driven the car very little since that time. It had spent much of it's time in storage, only occasionally driven. NOW here's the kicker. This was my wife's car when I first met her back in 1972. We were married in 1975, but the car didn't come with the bride...... It was given to her younger brother a few years after that in 1982. When he did the restoration - even though the car was an A code - it actually had a 221 installed with the older C-4!!! He found, rebuilt and installed a 289 4bbl with the correct model C-4 trans. The car is in pretty good shape but is in need of some freshening up from being stored so long. The top is like new, with very clear plastic and works great with no leaks. Now the car has come full circle......and you can call me Ron68/65....(I'll stay Ron68)
     

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    11/19/2022 7:22 PM  #3

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    Re: There’s a new Pony in my stable

    That’s a nice looking addition to the herd. Sorry for the loss that makes it available.

    John  -- 67 Mustang Coupe 390 5 speed
     

    11/19/2022 7:22 PM  #4

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    Looks good Ron, nice to keep in in the family.

    If this forum can't fix it, it isn't broke.
     

    11/19/2022 7:32 PM  #5

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    Re: There’s a new Pony in my stable

    Great story!!!

    My search for a 65 convertible continues! 

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    You lucky dog. Got the GIRL, and the car.

    Money you enjoy wasting is NOT wasted money... unless your wife finds out.
     

    11/19/2022 9:02 PM  #6

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    NICE

    Its really me....I fixed my caps lock .
     

    11/20/2022 9:50 AM  #7

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    Very nice- is it going to be yours or your wife's? 

     

    11/20/2022 1:21 PM  #8

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    Re: There’s a new Pony in my stable

    REALLY a nice look'in and very desirable Mustang!
    What I find MOST interesting about this picture is..............'the sun is shining'!! (OR was that very bright photo lamps)
    6sal6

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    11/20/2022 1:34 PM  #9

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    6sally6 wrote:

    REALLY a nice look'in and very desirable Mustang!
    What I find MOST interesting about this picture is..............'the sun is shining'!! (OR was that very bright photo lamps)
    6sal6

    Actually Mike, we just set a record for November - 14 days with no rain and November us usually our wettest month. Don't worry though - rain is forecast for tomorrow for the next few days. I got the pictures before the rain and clouds show up. Yes, climate change is for real. Last month, on October 14th it was 90 in Seattle, another record.
     

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    11/20/2022 1:35 PM  #10

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    Mach1Driver wrote:

    Very nice- is it going to be yours or your wife's? 

    That is currently up for debate.........
     

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    11/21/2022 9:11 AM  #11

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    Very nice, good luck with it.

    65 Fastback, 351W, 5-speed, 4 wheel discs, 9" rear,  R&C Front End.
     

    11/21/2022 10:28 AM  #12

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    Re: There’s a new Pony in my stable

    Looks nice and straight from the pics.  Painfully stock though

    Nice pick up!
     

     

    11/21/2022 10:59 AM  #13

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    For those not mechanically inclined  “stock” is much less complicated and easier to maintain.
    Me, I can’t leave things well enough alone.

    Good work ain't cheap, Cheap work ain't good!   Simple Man
     

    11/21/2022 1:06 PM  #14

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    Re: There’s a new Pony in my stable

    A very nice car. Like the maroon and white combo. Bet you can't wait till warm weather!

    Member since 2003, Mustang Steve has always been my homepage. 67 FastBack..Future engine is currently my coffee table
     

    11/22/2022 10:56 AM  #15

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    Very nice ride Ron!

     

    11/22/2022 6:28 PM  #16

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    Re: There’s a new Pony in my stable

    Rudi wrote:

    For those not mechanically inclined “stock” is much less complicated and easier to maintain.
    Me, I can’t leave things well enough alone.

    Stock = good starting point

    I've never owned a stock vehicle for very long.  I wonder what that would be like...no, now that I think about it I don't. 

     

     

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