1966 Mustang Coupe build

[Gcwstang]

Bought this car about 6 months ago, getting the metal work done first with new quarter panels, trunk flooring, outer rocker, and wheel tubs. Car is an original A code, but did not come with a motor so it will be getting a transplant.

[craigF]

Good Start

[rhurley]

Cool to see another stang!

[Gcwstang]

Hoping to have this car fully built, including paint and interior in the next two years. We all know how that ends up. So far I have a 1995 5.0 and 1993 5 speed for it, and looking into ridetech streetgrip suspension. I have acquired an original 1966 mustang k code 9” rear end for it. I am interested in the ridetech streetgrip suspension, if anyone has used this setup let me know what you think. Thank you

[NOT A TA]

You lucked out finding a 9" that bolts in! I looked for years for one for my '66 and eventually bought one for a later year I'll need to modify.

[rhurley]

Hoping to have this car fully built, including paint and interior in the next two years. We all know how that ends up. So far I have a 1995 5.0 and 1993 5 speed for it, and looking into ridetech streetgrip suspension. I have acquired an original 1966 mustang k code 9” rear end for it. I am interested in the ridetech streetgrip suspension, if anyone has used this setup let me know what you think. Thank you

I am just finishing up a 5.0/t-5 in my 66.

Look into Mike Maier Inc or streetortrack for suspension! Their business' are based around early mustang suspension

[Walther]

Hoping to have this car fully built, including paint and interior in the next two years. We all know how that ends up. So far I have a 1995 5.0 and 1993 5 speed for it, and looking into ridetech streetgrip suspension. I have acquired an original 1966 mustang k code 9” rear end for it. I am interested in the ridetech streetgrip suspension, if anyone has used this setup let me know what you think. Thank you

I have done three (previous) "complete" project cars. None of them have ever ended close to my initial schedule. My 2 cents- Work at a comfortable pace and don't rush. Deadlines lead to frustration, frustration leads to mistakes or poor execution. Good luck. Looking forward to progress updates.

[Gcwstang]

Thanks everyone for the info. I have built and worked on a ton of these mustangs for other people, but now that it’s for my car it’s time to step it up to another level. Original plan was to put a Detroit Speed mini tub kit in it, but I cannot find a 4 link or 3 link kit I like that works with mini tubs, unless modified.

[craigF]

Hi Gcwstang
I fitted the Detroit speed tubs with a Chassis Works G-Link rear.
I didn’t cut the rails just trimmed the boot floor to the rails. I managed to fit 305 rear tyres underneath without flaring the arches.
Love your build
Craig

[JRANGER]

Look at Mustangs to Fear! Not only do they have Mini Tubs but they now make their own 4 link kit with rear thats vicious. Its expensive but all their parts are top quality. Here is there Rear end http://forum.mustangstofear.com/view...php?f=9&t=2524

[rhurley]

Thanks everyone for the info. I have built and worked on a ton of these mustangs for other people, but now that it’s for my car it’s time to step it up to another level. Original plan was to put a Detroit Speed mini tub kit in it, but I cannot find a 4 link or 3 link kit I like that works with mini tubs, unless modified.

I am running Mini tubs and Skinny leaf springs and its netting me the same space as a 4 link. Im running a 275 tire with room to spare.

[Gcwstang]

Thanks everyone for the information, I’ll will do some more research and continue to post progress as it comes.

[Gcwstang]

Had all of the rear sheetmetal replaced from poor work being previously done to it. It’s all clean and better then factory, thanks to a lot of help.

[craigF]

Had all of the rear sheetmetal replaced from poor work being previously done to it. It’s all clean and better then factory, thanks to a lot of help.

Great to see another Mustang Coupe. Love the shape.
I installed the Detroit Speed mini tubs (great piece of kit) and only trimmed to the boot floor to the rails. My suspension is a Chassis Works kit. I had the axle made to fit and a nice 305 sits under with no rolling of the arch lip.

[Chad-1stGen]

Wow! That looks like a lot of work! With the amount of metal work to just fix all the rust I'm sure you can make any of the top rear end kits easily fit. I believe the TCI Engineering torque arm can fit mini tubs. I know they do on the F bodys and the TCI 67 Mustang I recent drove was running 335's in the back.

[digitalsolo]

I have the TCi torque arm on my ‘65 and with mini tubs and a rolled fender lip I’ve test fit 18x10s with a 315 and had plenty of clearance. Just FYI.