My First Ever Project Build.

[craigF]

Took a good look at where I am on my Build this weekend and had a bit of mixed emotions.
First I thought the car was coming along really well and in the right direction for what I am trying to achieve but then I looked at the cost so far and how much more will be needed in money and time and it kinda scared me. I know there never was a time limit but I do somtimes feel that the whole project has gone out of control.

[xsboost90]

your getting there man. No shame in taking a breather but the hard stuff is all done. My cars been four years in pieces and its getting so close but still tons left to do. You need to get it running and hear it once to get inspired.

[craigF]

Thanks

[craigF]

Haven't posted an update for a while so here goes.
Still doing the body work which is coming along slowly but surely. Have progressed to starting from the back to the front finishing things off as we go. My body man is great but he works full time and is doing the work as a labor of love as it's an area he wants to get into so i never complain about the time things take and the amount of money he has saved me is huge.
I am now able to start buying the shiny bits which make heaps of difference when you actually see them on the car even though they will be taken off again soon to paint the shell.
I went with a 1970 fuel tank to give me the larger capacity fuel carrying capability. I also went with an Aeromotive Stealth fuel pump to give me the option of EFI when the work gets to the other end.
Detroit Speed Tubs have turned out well with the trunk floor coming up nice and we have patched the rust holes in the sail panel where it meets the rear end.
I have had my axle housing powder coated and i'm really please with the results so i am considering getting the fuel tank done to take away the grey dull look.
I'll post a few pictures.

[craigF]

Was going to go with an custom built aluminium tank to get the capacity required but average cost was $800-$900 so i went with a 1970Mach 1 tank for $250 and 83litres

[craigF]

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[craigF]

This is how the rear is shaping up.
Still got some work to do on the trunk lid and bumper alignment but looking ok.
Still can't decide on the rear lower valance and exhaust exit. Should i go with the 67 GT as in Picture or go with a 66 style or just dump the pipes over the axle and have a straight valance.

[Cody03Svt]

Car is looking good! Love the attention to detail

[wfo guy]

I'm partial to the early gt with the exhaust through it.

[craigF]

Hi all.
After a little advice and i know brakes have been done to death but i am about to order my master cylinder for my brake set up and need som clarification.
I am running Willwood discs all around with 4 pot Dynapro calipers. I like the Willwood master cylinder kit and was looking at the 1" bore but what does it mean when it say 1'bore and 1' stroke. I will also be running a booster. I didn't want to shell out my money and get the wrong product.
Thanks.
Any info would be appreciated.
Craig

[craigF]

Hi again everyone, another technical question for you.
I have my motor mounted on a Total control products Front end suspension and i'm not sure if the engine tilts backwards slightly too much.
The Gearbox drive shaft isn't centered on the loop and the mount bushing seem a little tight on one side.
This in itself doesn't seem to bad but i didn't want to get a 1000 miles under my belt after its finished and find i have to redo the engine mount or anything else.
I don't think it's bad but it's been bugging me for a while so i thought i'd throw it out there.
Thanks

[craigF]

Received some real nice products from Billet Specialties, Ring Brothers and Lokar through Summit Racing.
I have to say the quality of these products is amazing all be it a little expensive. But as the saying goes, you get what you pay for.
Just a quick shout out for Summit Racing, the customer service from these guys is amazing even from Australia. They seem to go out of their way to keep you informed as to whats going on with your order. Well done Summit. That service is rare lately.
Here is an example. After i placed my order they advised me what was in stock and what was awaiting arrival from manufacturers. They then sent email every other day updating me of a shipping day. Once the order was together it was shipped on Weds 11th and arrived at my door on Mon 16th. For comparison i ordered a Deluxe Dash Bezel kit from RRS in Sydney. They advised me the product was in stock and would be shipped in a couple of days. A week later i had to phone to find out where it was and was advised it will be sent the following day. Three days later i had to call to ask where my parcel was to be advised they are awaiting a part. The dash kit arrived just over two weeks from ordering. The quality isn't that great either considering the price. Probably should of purchased a Scott Drake RHD dash kit. We live and learn.
Will post some pictures as i put it all together.

[craigF]

Just a quick note.
Has anyone used a TMI Products Sport R Dash Pad.
They look nice in the pictures but just wondering if any one has any experience with them

[craigF]

Love the Billet Specialiaties products

[I_make_oil]

It looks nice. Your coming along well. I’d recommend you have a plan now for how your going to run your upper radiator hose with that pully set.

[craigF]

Thanks. Plan on doing a plumbing map when I have the engine, transmission and rads in for a mock-up.
Your is looking really nice.

[craigF]

Hi all. Its another quick update on the ever slowly progressing Mustang build.
I decided on a Willwood master cylinder with a standard booster. I estimated that would heaps of stopping power with discs all around.
When i trial fitted the booster the bottom of the Ring Brothers hood hinges just interfered with the booster and as a result i needed to think again on the booster.
I came up with a 7'' dual diaphragm booster to give me the hinge clearance. Once installed the brake pedal position sat way to high in the car to be usable. I had to fabricate the connecting rod and reposition the pivot point in the pedal mount bracket to maintain the correct leverage and pedal height. Turned out fine in the end but what a PIA for what should of been a simple job.




7" Dual Daiphragm Booster

[craigF]

My Gauges arrived from Classic instruments and i fitted them into the surrounds.
Very happy with the results.

[craigF]

My radiator has arrived and looks great. A little adjustment to the radiator support and she will fit snug as a bug.
Hop the belt pulleys clear!!!





Not sure why it keeps flipping my images?