my 69 mustang fastback ( named project 57)

[aussiebj]

Well i am back and building a new car no its not a 57 chevy as the title might lead you to belive but a 69 mustang fast back..plans call for a 460 bb with a C6 tranny, mini tubbed with 315`s under the rear, with a triangulated late model rear end, disc brakes all round , complete front end removed and a pro touring mustang type front end installed sitting low and mean....I post pics as soon as its in my garage just finishing up a 69 tubbed nova with a 650hp on motor small block here is a pic of the nova
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/mustangandnova-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/matsnovaoutside1-1.jpg
....anyway here are some links to my other builds project Swiss Cheese and Bad Mav just as a refresher......
https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=27754&highlight=swiss+cheese
https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=26809

[aussiebj]

Good to see you with a new project Barry. Im still working on the Mav slowly but surely. I got the 4 link installed I bought from you before I moved down here to FL. Cant wait to see pics of the new project.
thanks

[aussiebj]

Ok i got around to adding some pics...does anyone have any pics of a sub frame removed from a mustang and a pro street/touring front end installed or have any recomendations this car will be low and mean maybe ill just build my own ..anyway here are the start up pics..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics11-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics15-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics13-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Here it is in the garage next step is to remove the fronnt subframe and rear end set it at a 5 inch ride height and start fabricating...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics21-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics23-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics24-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics25-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics22-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

here is the mock up of the wheels i will be using ..17 x 10.5 new style bullit`s with 315x 35 x 17`s
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics2-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Apart from a mustang 2 front end i need suggestions .bear in mind the shock towers have got to go ??? any recomendations......

[aussiebj]

I like the RRs stuff and its from down under
Check out the RRS stuff. Pretty slick.

http://www.rrs-online.com/

they also have a shock tower notching kit for your BB. That way you can keep it sort of stock looking with a strut tower brace or something. This is the route I'm going with my '68 fastback.

[aussiebj]

why not go full frame? just a thought...you could run IFS stuff and a triangulated 3 link out back...just a thought...definitely gonna follow this build!
thats the plan thanks...

[aussiebj]

This weekends progress consisted of removing the rear and leaf springs ,removing the old front end frame rails and all ,started to clean up the body ill be repairing the drivers quater and replacing the passengers. I thought i could get away without mini tubbing the rear but 315`s are big tires so a mild mini tub will have to be done .....here are some pics.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangloosesfrontend9-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangloosesfrontend10-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangloosesfrontend4-1.jpg
Hey looks killer with 315`s on the front
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangloosesfrontend-1.jpg
Set at 7 inches to the ground this will probably be the ride height...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangloosesfrontend1-1.jpg
hung the front fenders on to see if the 315`s would clear...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangloosesfrontend8-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

I have a Heidts under the front of my 69 but I liked the Chassis works that someone posted pics of here a while back.

Be sure to get your VIN #'s off the front aprons before you throw it out!!!!!!!!!!

I have a rebuilder D1 Block/crank, D0 rods, D3 heads for sale if you need a 460 to build.
I am going with a checkered flagg racing front end...

[aussiebj]

Oh here are some before pics ..its amazing what lurks beneath a decent looking car ....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangstartingpoint-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangstartingpoint1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangstartingpoint2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangstartingpoint6-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangstartingpoint5-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangstartingpoint4-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangstartingpoint3-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

No VIN's..not the first time that has happened LOL!! One othet thing about the Heidts front susp., If you put a BB i it you wont be able to get the engine very low. Also if you move the engine far enough forward to get it low it will be WAY forward!! Keep that in mind......
Heres mine........
Thanks for the info

[aussiebj]

restomod i would love to see more pics of that stang....and i am going with a front clip made by checkered flag racing.......ill post pics when it gets here

[aussiebj]

Here are a couple.... I guess I need to start a build thread seeing as I am almost done!!! :drive1: I cant find that clip,got a link to it??
Nice

[aussiebj]

Ok here is this weekends update 10/19 removed the rest of the front frame rails and found 30yrs of rust and a bad front end repair, so while i was in the metal removing mood i removed the front torque boxes and both floor pans as they were replaced before and not done well ,looks like i will be building a full frame for this car..here are some pics
30 yrs of rust
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/30yrsofrust-1.jpg
new frame arrives
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newfrontendarrives1-1.jpg
QA1 coil overs nice
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newfrontendarrives5-1.jpg
new brakes
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newbrakes-1.jpg
Frame under car crossmember will be at 5 to 6 inches off the ground
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newfrontendarrives-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newfrontendarrives10-1.jpg
removed the old wiring as well
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/oldwiring-1.jpg
no rust in these floors
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newfrontendarrives11-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newfrontendarrives14-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

That rack placement and crossmember look almost exactly like my heidts. Getting a BB just like you want it will be a (just my .02) bitch!
You may just as well get a full one piece floor pan,it would be way better looking and less work.
i had that in mind as well..

[aussiebj]

Yes i know i got it off ebay from checkered flagg racing for 2000.00 not bad i thought and that was complete as you see it and delivered as well as for the motor i have my 460 and c6 already, might switch over to power stearing with 275`s up front .As for the floor pan i am giong to make a custom interior and make my own floor pans as well .....

[aussiebj]

Thats a lot of structure to remove from a unibody car without some temp bracing or tying down to a plate or bench. At least throw the doors back on and tack the gaps closed to keep the openings square.

You can build a quick frame table with some 2x3 or 2x4 tubing running side to side across the rockers.

Just hate to see you weld a clip and the be out of square with the body.
i hear ya..

[aussiebj]

check out the mustang I am currently building I have installed chassisworks front and rear suspension and this stuff is way nicer than heidts or art morrison stuff imo. here's the link. https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=47008 feel free to pm me or call if you have any questions. great looking project good luck :cheers:

Now thats a nice stang

[aussiebj]

Thats a lot of structure to remove from a unibody car without some temp bracing or tying down to a plate or bench. At least throw the doors back on and tack the gaps closed to keep the openings square.

You can build a quick frame table with some 2x3 or 2x4 tubing running side to side across the rockers.

Just hate to see you weld a clip and the be out of square with the body.
Brian i understand what you are saying but i am going to build a full chassis for this car as it was hit in the front and the rear so i really cant use any of the body to measure from ill make a square and true frame and put the body back down on it...

[aussiebj]

Looks great, keep up the good work and the pix!
Thanks

[aussiebj]

Front tires came in and had them mounted 275 40 17`s on the front ,finished up drivers side lower qtr panel patch repair ,mounted wheels to front end and slid under car to see what the turning radius of the tires would be ,mounted the front fenders to see if i have good tire track and clearances with the late model wheels so far all looks good ,lots more metal work to go ,ordered 2x3 tubing for the rest of the chassis, should start that this weekend..working out my rear track so i can narrow my rear ..Sorry no pics today ill get some up tomorrow..

[aussiebj]

Those wheels look great, adding them to my short list of possibilities. Keep posting pics!
thanks

[aussiebj]

here are some pics of the drivers qtr repair and the front end with tires amd fenders installed still need to repair the front of the lower qtr but they do not make that piece so ill fab it up myself..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/driversqtr-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/driversqtr1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/frfendersandfrtend-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/frfendersandfrtend1-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Why not skin the quarter? year one's goes I think all the way to the top of the side scoop.
Thats a good idea but i am building this on a budget for now...

[aussiebj]

A great place for panels is cj pony they have so many parts that are very well priced, I don't know how there fit and finish is compaired to other companies. But if you are looking to inmprove fir and finish hands down year one. On my mustang the old stock stuff did not fit very well the door gaps were way off then we replaced the doors and quarters and it is a night and day diffrence.
Thanks ill look into it

[aussiebj]

Put a little metal etching primer on the car today to stop the surface from rusting i like the semigloss look...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/inprimer4-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/inprimer1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/inprimer2-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

I picked up the lower control arms to they are nice pieces they go in 05 to 08 mustangs since i am fabricating the rear frame ill make them work they look trick..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/lowercontrolarms-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Mr Fedex man showed up today with the rest of the rear suspension and all the metal to build the rear frame section.....now the fun begins..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/rearsuspensionsetup-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Here is this weekends progress report 11/2...took the body out of the garage to start on the chassis..installed the motor and tranny for mock up i still need my oil pan so i can make correct motor mounts,,,narrowed the rear and started working on the rear frame mock up here are some pics
motor and tranny in
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/thestanggetsaframe-1.jpg
Rear is to wide
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/thestanggetsaframe1-1.jpg
narrowed the rear thats better
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/thestanggetsaframe4-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/thestanggetsaframe3-1.jpg
plenty of room for the steering shaft
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/thestanggetsaframe6-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/thestanggetsaframe5-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

awesome project, man. nice work.
Thanks

[aussiebj]

Great job so far....but I hope you are leaving enough room for the oil pump/pan in the front where the rack is!!! Looks like you have it way to close to me........
yes its too close...i know

[Ron S]

Cool project,nice to see guys building they're chassis at home,and keeping in some kind of budget.Ron

[aussiebj]

Restomod the motor is just sitting in there to set the weight on the frame oil pan should be here this week a 7qt canton ,but i wanted to get the frame work started ..thanks for the comments keep them comming

[aussiebj]

Ok i have been slow to post progress but this is the critical time i have been working on the rear frame while i have been waiting on the pan and eng mounts... now the pan came in today so i re mounted the engine and i am in the process of fabbing up the engine mounts ..here are some pics...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/rearframe-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newpan-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newpan2-1.jpg

[Throttle]

Keep em coming.. :D

[aussiebj]

Cool project,nice to see guys building they're chassis at home,and keeping in some kind of budget.Ron
Yes it is Ron, your project has inspired me keep up the good work..

[badbu68]

I'm getting to be a bigger fan of the flat black w/ alum look more and more. Looks sick, keep up the progress!

[ANIMOSITY]

looks good

[67speedfreak]

Nice project !!!

[streetrod77]

Barry, you are the man. For the brakes, will they be non power brakes?

[aussiebj]

progress report for the week 11/16/08 after being away for a week i was glad to get back to work on the car for me its therapeutic so this weekend i worked on motor mounts and a tranny mount..the motor is where it will stay and so is the tranny ,here are some pics
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/motormounts-1.jpg
R/H mount
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/motormounts2-1.jpg
L/H mount
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/motormounts1-1.jpg
Plenty of room for the steering
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/motormounts3-1.jpg

[Motown 454]

Keep the updates coming this is very interesting.
Wayne

[aussiebj]

Barry, you are the man. For the brakes, will they be non power brakes? as for the brakes they will be power and since the front is now disc and so is the rear ,from a 95 mustang Gt i will probably use a master from a 95 mustang gt as well.

[Swiftandswank]

How about using the hydroboost and master from a newer mustang, that way I can get an idea how it is done before I try

[aussiebj]

How about using the hydroboost and master from a newer mustang, that way I can get an idea how it is done before I try
That is one option i am working on...as well

[aussiebj]

Its now a roller and sitting under its own weight,still need to finish up the upper mounts and gusset the corners but now i can roll it in and out of the garage ,i hope to have the body back on the frame this weekend...here are some pics.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/itsaroller6-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/itsaroller-1.jpg
Rh lower fwd mount
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/itsaroller1-1.jpg
LH lower fwd mount
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/itsaroller2-1.jpg
shot from rear
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/itsaroller5-1.jpg
Coil over mounts with 3 more inches of height adjustments
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/itsaroller4-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Heres what 2 afternoons and some 1/8th plate can turn into ..finished the LH upper rear mount...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/Lhuppermount1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/Lhuppermount-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/Lhuppermount2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/Lhuppermount3-1.jpg

[lh_kustoms]

lookin good keep at it your doing a great job

[aussiebj]

Fabed up the RH upper mount today ,I am going to put the body on tomorrow...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/bothmountsrin-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/bothmountsrin1-1.jpg

[Restomod]

Comin along nice!!

[aussiebj]

11/23/08 update set about mounting or aleast setting the body on the frame ..here are the progression pics......
moved frame outside..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/bodyandframecometogether-1.jpg
lift body up
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/bodyandframebecomeone3-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/bodyandframebecomeone4-1.jpg
body comming down
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/bodyandframebecomeone5-1.jpg
need to remove some tired metal
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/bodyandframebecomeone6-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving...got back to work on the stang ..
Today i removed and replaced the driver side inner and outter rocker
Rusty Rocker
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/lhrockerreplacement-1.jpg
Rocker be gone
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/lhrockerreplacement2-1.jpg
Test fitting up the completed piece
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/lhrockerreplacement3-1.jpg
And "whala" here is the new rocker installed
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/lhrockerreplacement4-1.jpg

[Restomod]

OOOOHHHH You make it look SO easy!! HAHA!
How does the engine to firewall distance look??

[aussiebj]

Glad you asked Restomod ...i have a lot of clerance to the firewall but since the body is so low hood clearence is my next concern......
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/firewallclearance-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/firewallclearance1-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Weekend update 11/30. worked on the passenger side rocker and then i got a piece of molten metal in my left eye..had it removed today and all is good i had glasses on it must have got in there when i was using my plasma cutter....always wear good protective gear......here are some pics
The rockers are made up of three different parts welded together
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/passrocker-1.jpg
pass rocker removed heres a shot from the inside
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/passrocker1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/passrocker2-1.jpg

[streetrod77]

I like the rear susp, set up. Looks like a real G puller.

[Restomod]

Thats about how far mine was forward till I moved it back,mine is about 3" valve cover to firewall.

[aussiebj]

Ok eye was given clean bill of health now back onto the build ..12/7/08 update finally got the body mounted to the frame and now its a roller again ..first mounted the pass rocker then i fabbed up the dropped crossmember mounts ..1/8th plate and i cut up a piece of frame into 4 pieces and welded to the rockers for the rear..as for the front i made up some 1/8th plate mounts for the firewall so i could mount some roll bar to front frame ..at the moment this will support the front until i make the headers and exhaust then i will tie the frame to the rockers..anyway here are some progress pics....
pass rocker
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/bodymounted4-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/bodymounted1-1.jpg
frame crossmember mounted to rocker
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/bodymounted-1.jpg
front frame supports
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/bodymounted3-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/bodymounted2-1.jpg

[mach1stang]

Your really moving right along!!

[streetrod77]

Aussiebj, got any pics of your rear lower shock mounts?

[aussiebj]

The rear lower control arm mounts are the stock 94/95 mounts as you can see in this pic this is what i used to build from and as for the lower rear shock mounts they are in the stock location as well
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/Lhuppermount-1.jpg

[streetrod77]

Cool, i have never looked under that year mustang before.

[1971CHEVELLE]

Wow awesome metal work, :1st:coming along nicely.

[aussiebj]

no real progress i am still waiting on parts and material i ordered over a week ago...

[78 Type-LT]

nice work sofar

[aussiebj]

Ok parts and material showed up yesterday ,I got the roll bar in need to finish boxing in the lower mounts ..of course i ran out of welding wire ill finish that up tomorrow,mocked up where the exhaust will run and exit out the rocker just infront of the rear tyre..also reset the engine to get more carb clerance here are some pics..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/rollbarin-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/mockupexhaust-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/carbclearence-1.jpg

[ill steez]

were you planning on painting the entire frame? i saw that you already welded on that front down bar from the firewall to the frame rail which would make removing the body to paint a bit hard...

looks awesome though! i really dig this project!

[aussiebj]

I was planning on making the body removable but the customer did not want that so now its fully welded......

[aussiebj]

Got the drivers side roll bar mount boxed in and fit the exhaust tip through the rocker i think i will use 3/8 tubing around the opening and blend it into the body kind of like what the elanors do here `s the pics
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/exhaustexits1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/exhaustexits-1.jpg

[Restomod]

I like the exhaust tip! I think making it subtle would be the way to go not all big and out there like Eleanor.

[Norm Peterson]

Got the drivers side roll bar mount boxed in and fit the exhaust tip through the rocker i think i will use 3/8 tubing around the opening and blend it into the body kind of like what the elanors do here `s the pics
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/exhaustexits1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/exhaustexits-1.jpg
How are those tips going to be supported at or near where they pass through the bodywork?

The reason I'm asking is because if they're free to float a bit, expansion of the pipe while running hard (read, hot) may move it into the bodywork and rattle/wear through the paint/etc.

If you firmly mount it at the bodywork, or even if it contacts the body forcefully, the piping gets stressed a lot higher, and things like header gaskets and collector gaskets in particular end up with short lifespans.

Are there any plans to include a short length of flexible tubing? I'm not thinking of the cheap stuff that's hardly better than dryer hose, but stuff similar to what the OE's use to accommodate engine rocking in transverse FWD cars.

If you knew what my day job was, you'd be entitled to ask why I didn't think to comment earlier.


Norm

[aussiebj]

yes i understand your comments and i was thinking of adding a flex coupling, as well as there will be more clearance around the opening. Now you have me curious about your day job??????

[Norm Peterson]

Power plant piping stress analysis. Sometimes the plants have signs here and there that look something like this.

[aussiebj]

that looks like an actively charged job...

[jackfrost]

just an idea, but what if the outlet that is molded into the body is not connected to the actual exhaust pipe, but the pipe just sort of dumps into the outlet? maybe it could be mounted to the outlet with hangers to keep it from rattling.

[aussiebj]

Spent most of this weekend refitting the new power rack ..then onto the mock up of the steering and exhaust ..not alot of room for 2 1/8 inch pipes

Here are some pics ...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/newrackandpipes-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/newrackandpipes2-1.jpg
mocking up the slip fit headers
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/newrackandpipes1-1.jpg

[Restomod]

Yeah I also found a lack of room for large tubes so I went smaller. I had to use 3 u joints in the steering shaft.

[aussiebj]

well i gave up on the headders as i need more tubing.... so i started on the mini tubs and working on the floor pans ..i remade the crossmember as it was tow low to the ground.......here are some pics ..
not alot of room here
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/morehedderpics-1.jpg
wheel tub widened and installed
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/minitubmade-1.jpg
New crossmember like my drive shaft
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/newcrossmember-1.jpg
Right Hand rear floorpan made
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/rhrearfloorpan-1.jpg

[Motown 454]

Nice work it looks like its going well.

[nugget68]

ANy updates here?

[aussiebj]

I was on a parts hold and had to finish up a pro street vega i was building,but will be back on it by next week
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/itsaroller1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/itsaroller-1.jpg

[6'9"Witha69]

Hard to believe I missed this build! Very cool.

Lovin the driveshaft BTW!!!:poke:

[aussiebj]

yea it saves on weight ...might be hard to balance though

[SPECWARSQUID]

More please. :yum:



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Semper Fortis

[hechtrod]

Yes more! THis is a very cool build. Pics and progress is easy to read. Can't wait for more!

[aussiebj]

Ok so i finally finished up some other projects and now i can focus my attention back on to the stang...
decided to redo the engine set up so i moved the engine back 8 inches which puts it behind the rack ..but in doing so i now have to rework the front crossmember..i also lowered the engine so it now sits lower in the frame ..mocked up some hedders and am onto fabricating the motor mounts and tranny mount...removed the brake booster setup and i am going with a hydra boost setup....update pics....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/newmotorposition-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/newmotorposition1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/newmotorposition2-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

ok motor is in its final position ....finished up tranny mount...removed the drive train... ..mocked up steering as well as installed new Flaming River tilt steering column.....started motor tear down for painting and checking...its a nice piece 030 thou over 460 with forged pistons never been run since rebuild...anyway here are the pics....
New drivers motor mount and steering
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/steeringshaft2-1.jpg
Pass eng mount and headers
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/passmountandheader-1.jpg
Steering top view
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/steeringshaft-1.jpg
Tranny mount
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/trannymountdun-1.jpg
HMMM new parts
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/newparts-1.jpg
Top view pass header
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/pasheadercleance-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

ok i removed the engine and tranny again this weekend ...Broke the motor down for a regasket and general go over ..removed the rack and steering column..started to mock up a firewall..here are the pics...
Everything removed
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/everythigremoved-1.jpg
nice pistons
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/030pistons-1.jpg
Firewall mock up
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/firewallmockup-1.jpg
Firewall rough in metal
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/roughfirewall-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Engine is 95% back together and detailed...did some finish welding/clean up of the engine bay ...cut and welded the firewall in ....reinstalled the fenders and new radiator support to mock up the inner fenders......heres the pics
460 030 over ....HS roller rockers with a big hyd flat tap cam..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/460assy-1.jpg
Firewall cut and welded in
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/firewallweldedin-1.jpg
Inner fender mock up
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/mockingupfenders-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/mockingupfendsideshot-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Worked on the floor supports today 1x2 tube ..the center bar between the rail (where the d/shaft goes) will be cut out and a reverse of the tranny crossmember will take its place once the majority of the floor is made.....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/floorsupports-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Finished up some more of the floor framework ....installed the rear floor pans ..started to mock up of the front pans, but i wont install them permanently until the motor and tranny go back in...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/rearfloorpanin-1.jpg
Need to trim down the tranny tunnel as well..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/mockupfrontfloorpan-1.jpg

[Restomod]

You work fast!! Looking good!

[69stang]

Looking good! I always like to see how others are framing out their stangs.

[aussiebj]

Todays progress.6/27/09.. fitted the engine back in place after rebuild..installed some components...finished up the tranny mounts..check out the pics....
Tranny mount
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/trannyfinalmounts-1.jpg
Now this shot looks killer
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/engfinalyin-1.jpg
Dont mind the Beea`s( thats Australian for beer) its brain storming time....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/06/fatstance-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Update 7/8/9 ( check that date out)..Removed the passenger qtr panel and started trial fitting of the new full pass qtr...And the delivery man showed up with the new valve covers im still waiting for my custom billet pulley setup to arrive..any way on to the pics..
New valve covers
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/newvalvecovers-1.jpg
Qtr be gone
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/passqtrpanelinwork-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/passqtrpanelinwork1-1.jpg
Nice new Qtr
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/passqtrpanelinwork2-1.jpg
Trial fitting the new Qrt
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/passqtrpanelinwork3-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

7/11/09 update finished installing the passenger quater panel ..hung the passenger door and started working on the door gaps....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/passqtron-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/passdoorgap-1.jpg

[Motown 454]

Nice work its looking good

[s4dustin]

Now that's a build! Great work.

[aussiebj]

7/13 Removed the drivers qtr panel......cleaned up the sheetmetal ,repainted the inner structure and started to trial fit the qtr panel ..also installed the new drivers door to check gaps.....heres the pics in trial fit stage....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/driversqtrinwork-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/driversqtrinwork1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/newdrsqtranddrmockup2-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

7/14 Finished up welding on the drivers quater.....installed trunk fuel tank mounts ( big tank)test fitted the tank..Installed the trunk lid for trial fitment..its looking like a car again.......
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/drqtrinstalled-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/fueltankinstalled-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/fueltankinstalled2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/trunklidmockup-1.jpg

[venturabeachpup]

You rock!!!! One of the best budget builds I've ever seen!!

[aussiebj]

Thanks ,i am trying to build it all in my garage ....so far so good..100% built by myself... yes its a daunting task as i am shooting for the car to be completed by this September(09)....

[aussiebj]

7/20/09....started sheet metal work on the rear frame section so i can install a stock size rear seat back in the car .......installed the rear bumper and lower rear valance to check the gaps .......all of the seams as well as the marker lights will be filled for a smooth look....also installed the March pulley set up......
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/pasrearfloorinwork-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/rearbumpermockup-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/marchpulleysetup1-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

7/23/09..made more interior sheetmetal panels for the rear seat area ......cut and fitted some interior pieces ....mocked up the rear seat and made risers for the front of the seat to put it in the stock location......
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/rearseatriser-1.jpg
Rear seat back in almost looks stock again
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/backseatmockup-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

9-18-09....ok time for an update ..removed the cowl vent and flushed out the panel ...installed power window kit this kit is awsome and works very well there is just something kool about power windows on a classic mustang ...finally came up with a plan for the power door locks and auto door opening ,i mounted the latch system in the body door jam and then blended it into the existing frame i think it almoust looks factory and after the body work it will..heres some pics...
New cas cap
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/newfuelcap-1.jpg
Removed cowl vent
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/cowlremoval1-1.jpg
Power window setup
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/passpwrwindow-1.jpg
Door latch setup
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/driversdoorlatch-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/driversdoorlatch1-1.jpg
And after
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/driversdoorlatch4-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/driversdoorlatch5-1.jpg

[cees67]

i see its already registered through 5/10 and your in N.Y. maybe i'll see it around this spring.....looks awesome and kudos for banging this out in your garage

[Motown 454]

Nice progress, its looking good.

[aussiebj]

i see its already registered through 5/10 and your in N.Y. maybe i'll see it around this spring.....looks awesome and kudos for banging this out in your garage
Thanks and yes it has all been built in my garage in my spare time ,hopefully ill drive it this year..lots of small custom details to go that eat up so much of the build time ..

[streetrod77]

The project is coming alone great, keep up the cool work. I hope to start back on my Comet in 2010.

[aussiebj]

9-26-09 Shaved the door handles and lock today and mounted a temp remote door opening push button, you can see it in the second pic, the red dot where the scoop goes..for now its how I open the door ....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/driversdrhandlegone-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/driversdrhandlegone1-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Ok some opinions needed..... i had the chance to pick up some 20 inch wheels for the stang and before i commit to them give me your thoughts ...so i will put some before and after pics up...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/driversdrhandlegone1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/20inchwheels1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/17bullets1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/20inchwheels-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/20inchwheels2-1.jpg

[Motown 454]

They both look good but I like a little more sidewall like the first one. Oh and nice work.

[badbu68]

Love the car, but just not feeling the 20's.

[Young Gun]

looks better with a bit more sidewall

[lilian]

like the black one :twothumbs

[streetrod77]

I like the black ones also. What are the tire sizes? I have 295/35/18 in my Comet and I don't think you want less sidewall than that.

[GrabberGT]

The black with more sidewall gives it more of a muscle look. Thats my vote.

[LeighP]

Either way looks good...I'd usually go for more sidewall, less diameter on the wheels, but those particular 20's look good on your car.

[gt350rc]

I gotta vote for the 18's. I agree, maybe if the 20's had a bit more of a sidewall, it'd look better.

[Longchamp]

18's for sure, the more sidewall the better, never been a fan of the ribbed 'o-ring' look.

[jfoster]

I'm a fan of the true race look. The 20's are too much "bling" and not enough function, IMO. Either way, maybe a spacer to get the wheels a little more flush?

[LSXZ28]

18's for sure... Not a fan of too much bling.

[Norm Peterson]

Ignoring the color difference and visibility of the rear rotors as best I can . . . the 20" wheels still look too big for the car.

But I can't quite decide why, whether it's the proportion between the visible sidewall and the wheel's outer diameter (ignoring the rest of the car), or if it's because the 20" wheel is itself almost tucked up under the fender (regardless of how much sidewall). Probably it's a little of each.


Norm

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

is an Aussiebj diffrent than an Americanbj?



lol!

awesome build man!.. i say 20s dammit!

[yellow69]

sick lookin stang! makes me want get working on mine!

[aussiebj]

10-19-09 Ok finally get a chance for an update ..been working on the small details not really worth pics ..went back with the 17`s as i think it has a much tougher look and will be more drivable...hung the front sheetmetal even has a hood on it now ..just temp while gapping fenders and setting in the radiator support....started working on the side scoops i do not like the overlap look so i am flush mounting them ill show pics...also removed the 8.8 rear and ordered up a new 9 inch assembly with 31 spline axles 3.50 new posi and center section as well as willwood disc brakes, should be here in a week or so then it will be a roller again and i will roll it outside and take some pics. Thats all for now ....here are some pics
original scoop
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/sidescoopinwork1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/sidescoopinwork2-1.jpg
flush mounting in progress
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/sidescoopinwork-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/sidescoopinwork3-1.jpg

[1994 Python]

Nice car. I am very impressed with what you have been able to accomplish in your garage. BTW I like the 17s on the car.

[drflex]

scoop looks much better... neat idea

[streetrod77]

I 2nd that.


scoop looks much better... neat idea

[aussiebj]

11-17-09 Ok finally time for some updated pics..I decided to loose the old 8.8 rear end it just looked to busy with all the brackets and i had a custom rear end made its a ford 9 inch housing filled with Strange 31 spline axles a brand new strange center section with a eaton posi and polished 3.50 gears as well as Wilwood disc brake assy.....also worked on gapping the doors and fitting the drivers fender ,radiator suppor and dr inner fender ..the hood is also installed...here are some pics...
Rear out with the old
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/oldrear-1.jpg
in with the new
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/newrearend-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/newrearend1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/newrearend3-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/newrearend2-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Here you can see that the hood and hood scoop are installed ..I opted to use stock rear inner fenders as well as stock hood hinges i wll have them powder coated.....as i needed a starting point for the hinges and i built the rest of the inner fender from here....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/hoodison-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/hoodscoopon-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/stockhoodhinges1-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

here is the front fender installed...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/frontfenderonandgaped-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/hoodgap-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

here is the in work drivers inner fender...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/drinnerfenderin2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/drinnerfenderin1-1.jpg

[65Project]

Awesome build, excellent craftsmanship!!!:jawdrop::jawdrop:

[fordrule]

dayum

[aussiebj]

12-16-09 Ok time for an update...The company i bought the rear brakes from dropped the ball and sent the wrong ones so after a 3 week wait they showed up ..i built up the rear end and installed it under the car ..had to refabricate the new upper and lower mounts as well as relocate the coil overs and mounting set up.. and reset the rear...once the rear was back where I wanted it I ordered a custom made drive shaft (only 44" long)....as for the interior I had to remove all the sheetmetal that I had already fabricated for the stock looking interior, as i changed the direction the interior I was going..it will now be all black leather and power, lets just say im bringing some new touches into the old..I will post pics when its all installed....
Here are some pics..
Here is the upper mounts that were made from 1/4 steel plate as u cant just buy fabricated mounts for a late model setup onto a 9 inch
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/12/newuppermounts-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/12/newuppermounts1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/12/customdriveshaft-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/12/newdriveshaft-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/12/wilwoodrearbrakes-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

nice!! :twothumbs

[thetoystore]

i'll be honest i dont think the upper mounts are strong enuff? there is alot of pressure and lateral restriction that the uper mount has to handle

[19,69camaro]

:headbang:Very nice Im with everyone else rock the 18's the 20's are too big

[aussiebj]

i'll be honest i dont think the upper mounts are strong enuff? there is alot of pressure and lateral restriction that the uper mount has to handle
as the mount stands you are probably right but its under the car and when i remove the rear for final welding i will make up some cool gussets..Thanks

[thetoystore]

thats what i figured. you had done all that great work, i did'nt figure you'd leave it like that. keep up the good work man. we need to keep pro-touring associated with quality work

[Dieseltorkin]

AMAZING BUILD! I joined this site for ideas and man are they flowing in like crazy! Great site! Keep up the good work!

[aussiebj]

12/3/2010 Hope everyone had a safe and happy Christmas and New year...started back in on the stang .she is now a roller after i refabbed up the rear and modified the rear the suspension... here is a sneek peek of the interior i am going with...It should look familar..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/intsneekpeek-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/intsneekpeek1-1.jpg

[streetrod77]

Looks cool, are you going with the up to date engine/trans combo also?

[aussiebj]

as of now the 460 will stay carb`d and the c6 will stay untill i get it painted and put some miles on it i just want to stay in the direction i am going to get it finished i have already made enough changes ...i want it dun.....

[streetrod77]

Did you use a late model mustang 8.8 rearend? Just wondering because Iwas thinking about using an 8.8 but it's 2.5 inches wider on each end 61.5'' total. I noticed you have the late model rear suspension.

[aussiebj]

no i have a custom made 9 inch and i installed my own brackets on it

[aussiebj]

Fabbed up the shifter mount and installed the driveshaft cover...next will be the installation of the hand brake handle and the rest of the tranny tunnel.....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/shiftermount-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

nice progress :twothumbs looks good!

[BA.]

69 Mustang Fastback was my first car.....$300....man what a clunker. :) The evergreen paint held the rust together nicely.

Your's is looking much better than my old one! Make my dream come true man! Put another 69 on the road!
Great looking work so far, and some sweet parts too!

[djstang1966]

love the build its looking awsome....

[aussiebj]

I took advantage of the nice day and pushed the car outside for some pics..hopefully it will be off to the body shop in three weeks...here ya go...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/finallyoutsidepics1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/finallyoutsidepics3-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/finallyoutsidepics4-1.jpg

[s4dustin]

Brilliant!

[fordsbyjay]

Those cars look so good low and mean.

[1970 TT Rustang]

wow looks good iam from long island suffolk where are you from? I got a 70 tt fastback. I wish i would of got a 69 sucks you had to do the mini tub for the rear its odd i got my 315 in with room to spare. Give me a shout when your on the road we can meet up at one of the shows. Getting rid of the shock towers makes life soooo much more simple.
Check out my mess

[aussiebj]

I mini tubbed it as i wanted the option to run a wider tyre in the future.....

[Restomod]

Cutting out the shock towers was the worst thing I did to mine.......REAL REAL close to cutting out the Heidts and putting them back along with a smallbock!!!!!!

[Dalamar]

Awsome work you've done so far, I just read through this thread :)
I love how you've done all this fab work yourself. nicely done.

[CruizinKev]

:drool:

[streetrod77]

Why was cutting the shock towers bad? I'm thinking about doing it.

[rossmacd]

Cutting out the shock towers was the worst thing I did to mine.......REAL REAL close to cutting out the Heidts and putting them back along with a smallbock!!!!!!

Also curious, since i notched mine for my 4.6 and haven' seen any downsides. I did keep the stock style suspension though.

[Motown 454]

Looks good!

[Restomod]

Not very impressed with the way the IFS rides or drives. Also did not like how the engine had to be set unless you want most of it hanging over the front of the crossmember.

[rossmacd]

Ah I see. I pushed my engine back to amost touching the firewall. Ive heard people say they didn't like the mcpherson strut conversion, for the same reason.

[Restomod]

Mine is a MII IFS, The engine being back is a good thing but I had to raise it up to clear the rack so high it hit the hood with a low intake.

[jr421]

I have a 69 Mach1 that I will start after my camaro is complete. I really like the way your car is looking great keep the photos coming

[Richio1]

Nice project...keep the pics coming

[1970 TT Rustang]

Mine is a MII IFS, The engine being back is a good thing but I had to raise it up to clear the rack so high it hit the hood with a low intake.

its a catch 22 try to make your life a little easier and you screw your self on the back end

[aussiebj]

1-24-10....well the car is finally all together...worked on the inner structure under the rear seat..shaved the door handle on the pass side...finished up the trunk sheet metal and sat the tank in there.....removed the rear to finish welding it up and make some gussets for it as well..now for underneath clean up ,seam seal and get it ready for the Lizard skin undercoating...here are som pics....
under seat in work
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/rearseatunderinwork-1.jpg
and welded up
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/rearseatunderdun-1.jpg
Fuel Tank in
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/tanksupports3-1.jpg
Rear end gussets
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/rearendgussets-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/rearendgussets1-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

some more pics
Pass Inner fender in
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/Rhinnerfender1-1.jpg
Pass door shaved
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/passdoorhandlebegone-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Here are some pics just to show that u dont need high tech tools to build a car this is what i use
Cardboard flat sheet metal and Hand tools
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/handtools-1.jpg
My high tech bender
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/handtools1-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

nice work! looks good :twothumbs

[Motown 454]

nice progress, it looks good.

[Z06killinSBF]

This does look cool. I'm surprised I never saw this one before. Keep up the cool work. I really want to do another one.

[1970 TT Rustang]

a bender is a bender nice work

[Dalamar]

good stuff

[MSTSFabbed]

Atta Baby! I love posterboard! An I beam.... what a great anvil! Never thought of that.

[ProMav71]

Here are some pics just to show that u dont need high tech tools to build a car this is what i use
Cardboard flat sheet metal and Hand tools
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/handtools-1.jpg
My high tech bender
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/handtools1-1.jpg

Your right Barry thats all i've been using to build my Mav. Except for a Metal brake I use some cut up bed frame rails that I clamp the metal in between and then bend, works great. A decent grinder, some cut off wheels, and tin snips are about all you need!

[aussiebj]

2-17-10 updates ...the car has been completely taken back apart to finish all the welding..as well as paint for all the indivdual components..the underside is almost ready for the Lizard skin coating..
Here is the underside before paint
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/underneathbefore-1.jpg
Rear end painted and assembled.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/paintedrear-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/paintedrear1-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

I also worked on installing the radiator..i bought the biggest radiator i could get
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/radiatorinstall1-1.jpg
made fill in pieces to clean up the eng bay
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/radiatorinstall-1.jpg
had to go down into the frame and box it up.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/radiatorinstall2-1.jpg

[Motown 454]

Its coming along nice.

[streetrod77]

Great job Barry. Wish I could help so I can pick up a few tips & tricks from you. You are a great fabricator.

[streetrod77]

Barry, by any chance you still have your leaf springs? I would like to get a measurement from the front mount to the center of the leaf pad and from the center of the leaf pad to the rear mount. I was tring to see what's the difference between the Maverick and the Mustang springs.

[GrabberGT]

I really like what you have done with the rad mount. I think you should complete it with a custom core support. It would improve the looks significantly. What rad is that. Its HUGE!


... I was tring to see what's the difference between the Maverick and the Mustang springs.

I believe the only difference is the rear spring eyelet size.

[fordsbyjay]

I like the rad modification. I put a larger cross flow in my Falcon and yours looks several inches wider on each side than mine.

[aussiebj]

its the biggest Be Cool radiator they sell...and yes i will fill in the core support with a custom piece

[streetrod77]

I believe the only difference is the rear spring eyelet size.

Thanks Chris,

[aussiebj]

2-22-10 finished up majority of the interior metal work then seam sealed it and installed Fat Mat sound deadner....working on finishing up all the under carrige metal work getting ready for the Lizard skin coating..this beast will be quite inside..also started the mock up of the side exhaust..check out the pics..
Fat Matt installed
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/fatmattbothsides-1.jpg
New style side exhaust..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/sideexhaustmockup11-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/sideexhaustmockup1-1.jpg

[Dalamar]

I like the side exhaust :)

[Dalamar]

that Fat Mat kind of looks like the Autobot logo :)

[George Manont]

Hi Barry,


Thanks for your reply & your OK on my request.


I have re-titled the project 57 ... to " Master Mustang " as I see a lot of good work...at the MASTER level.

Follow me to my site ...

http://musclecarthailand.com/forum/index.php?topic=1516.0


https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif (http://image.ohozaa.com/show.php?id=320e7d5bd7062a8bd3c77561e902101a)




My very best to The " MASTER " !


Cheers !


GM.




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[GrabberGT]

I was wondering what "Project 57" was. Whats the meaning? Is this like a heinz thing?

[ProMav71]

I was wondering what "Project 57" was. Whats the meaning? Is this like a heinz thing?

Judging by how many projects he has I would say its because its his 57th project lol.

[aussiebj]

3-7-10 finally finished up the welding underneath from the rear crossmember back so i took advantage of the day and sprayed the undercoating ..one container to see what the results were ..Its a product called Raptor Liner...it has the texture im looking for..so ill finish the rear tomorrow..check out the pics.....
Before
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/radiatorinstall2-1.jpg
After
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/03/raptarfirstcoat2-1.jpg
Before
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/underneathbefore-1.jpg
After
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/03/raptarfirstcoat5-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

There is a reason for the 57 in the title that will be explained when the car is complete..i am hoping its off to the body shop within a week or two.......
BTW i just picked up a 87 mustang Notch that i will build into a open track car for myself..i have an event on May 21st ..thats why this stang has to go to the body shop asap.....

[jfoster]

NM - you're in AU, right?

[aussiebj]

If you r refering to me, im an aussie living here in NY.....the USA

[Dalamar]

with that brace across the front of the tunnel, where are you going to route the exhaust?

[GrabberGT]

with that brace across the front of the tunnel, where are you going to route the exhaust?

In the undercoated pic, you can see the exhaust cutouts in the frame at the outer edges of the pic.

[aussiebj]

yes it snakes out of the mufflers at 90 deg`s and then another 90 deg`s and one more 90 deg`s to exit just in front of the rear wheel 3 ea 2.5 manderel bent 90`s to finish up each side of the exhaust ..I am working on that right now ill post a pic when its finished....

[Dalamar]

In the undercoated pic, you can see the exhaust cutouts in the frame at the outer edges of the pic.

Ok, I see that now, thanks. :)

[aussiebj]

Ok so i liked the way the Raptor liner came out.... but it was a bit to shiny ,so i whent over it with a satin black for a more original look ..i also reversed the colours on the front end parts ..check out the end result...
BEFORE
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/newfrontendarrives5-1.jpg
AFTER
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/03/frontpasssidedun-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

4-12-10 i have been finishing up the sheetmetal and modifications along the way ..recessed the firewall...recessed the wilwood polished master cylinder..mounted the front modern mustang seats and tested ..power fwd/back and height adjustable as well as lumbar support now you dont find that in to many 69 stangs.....steering is in and finished up..she is off to the body shop by this week end...pics to follow.

[aussiebj]

4-16-10 Well the major metal work on my part is finally done...and its off to the body shop tomorrow ......Finally
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/enginebayandfirewallcomplete-1.jpg

[George Manont]

Hi Barry,

Congrats ! The heavy & sweating part is done.

Next comes the beautifying ! Are you still moving toward the semi-gross / matt BLACK ? ( thread # 27 )


Best,


GM



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[aussiebj]

No GM its gonna be high end all the way to the bank on this paint job...

[aussiebj]

Well shes at the body shop heres the last pics before the body work begins...
Heres my friend tommy standing beside it to show how low it will run at..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/tommyandthestang-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/shotspriortoleavingforpaint-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/shotspriortoleavingforpaint1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/shotspriortoleavingforpaint2-1.jpg
And all loaded up
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/loadedandofftothepaintshop-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

looks good so far :twothumbs

[aussiebj]

6-4-10..finally an update
Body work is comming along ..the body shop has over 200hrs in it as of now, and as you know the devil is in the details.... I also replaced the whole front clip with new metal as well....it would have all been assembled this week only the trucking company crushed the hood so i they sent it back and we r waiting on a new hood to arrive,but its looking great ....The engine is done and waiting its engine shop dyno time, which should be this week depending on the shops schedule. Then as soon as the engine bay is painted i will install the engine and tranny while its at the body shop...interior is in work..its all comming together as planned
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/06/stanginhigbldprimermod-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/06/stanginhighbuildprimer1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/06/stanginhighbuildprimer2-1.jpg

[Dalamar]

good looking roller. waiting on the body shop!...

[Z06killinSBF]

I like the paint scheme on the little car in the background (Celica??)

[1BAGTO]

WOW, looks awesome man!! Cool build!

[aussiebj]

6-14 ....This week the engine will hopefully be dyno`ed and the engine bay will be painted..Then i will install the engine and tranny this weekend comming up...

[aussiebj]

I like the paint scheme on the little car in the background (Celica??)
No thats my 72 Datsun 510 track car it has a turbo L20b 4 cly in it as of now but im building a beast of a 302 v8 for it ...ill install it when i get a chance.....

[Longchamp]

Not being negative, but wouldn't putting a heavy 302 severely affect the power to weight ratio and force a complete re-engineering
of the car, those Nissan turbos have huge power potential and light weight, they used to annihalate the 5 litre Mustangs and
Commodores in the old Group A days over here.

[aussiebj]

YEA but i need it to be more like my old A9X torana>>>>boxy and fast

[Conrad283]

Great build, awesome fab work

[aussiebj]

6-26 Finally got the engine to the dyno shop Friday.. i was waiting on 2 parts for the engine..should be run by this Tuesday and i can even video it running...TCI street Fighter tranny will be here this week..engine bay getting painted Monday.. so I should have a drive train installed by Saturday...Its comming together.....

[rwcstang]

awesome build can't wait for the finished product.

[aussiebj]

ok here is a short vid of the dyno pull ...made 502 ft lbs of torque at 3500 and only 380 hp untill it blew all the oil out the rear main seal and front l/h side of the pan gasket.... the hp curve was flat and increasing till this happened...should make in excess of 560hp when fixed ..it was producing 92 psi of oil pressure..its a new ford racing pump guess ill put a softer spring in the pump if i can..also you can here it breaking up... well thats the brand new MSD dizzy we found a almost broken wire inside... quality product control...but aleast it runs...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ku_KWD_XiBE

[aussiebj]

7-10-10 ok after 3 months of body work the car is finally ready for paint ..the engine bay is getting painted tomorrow and the engine will be rerun on the dyno this week and then installed next week end..then finaly alignment and woo hoo paint ..i see the light at the end of the tunnel...here is a small cell phone pic ill get better pics this week...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/69stanginbase-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

7-25-10 update went to look at the car today, body work 80% ready for paint just waiting on the engine install to finish up the front sheet metal body work ..engine bay is painted, doors are hung ..it looks fantastic ..but i forgot the camera...ill take pics on Tuesday after i install the engine...yes thats right the engine...as for that ,the engine is back together and on the dyno right now, they did 4 prelimary runs on Friday and all went well no leaks starts up right away...but were waiting for me to make the full run..as of now it made 502 ftlbs of torque at 4800 rpm on pump gas, i will take the video tomorrow Monday for the final pulls.....we`re on the home stretch now.....

[aussiebj]

7-26-10..ok here are the final numbers on the engine, and these are peak numbers, they were 496 hp and 502 ftlbs..we ran it up to 5500rpm ..hp dropped off to 480hp and so did the torque... max torque came in at 4800rpm and max hp at 5100rpm..so all in all this will be a great street motor..i think it might even do a burn out..LOL..
Here is a vid of the final pull to 5500rpm...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bsJfuVjvSk

[Z06killinSBF]

That makes a nice "run to the store" motor. Should get you around alright. LOL

[aussiebj]

Ok finally some updated pics..
custom touches ..side scoops moulded in ..tail corner moulded in..and decided on satin black for the engune bay ....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/customtouches-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/customtouches1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/customtouches2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/paintedengbay1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/paintedengbay-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

8-1-10 Now that the motor dyno runs are dun and my TCI Street Fighter tranny is here and i also picked up my custom built Pro Torque converter..it was time to install it all today..here are the pics..
Awaiting assy
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/finalengassy-1.jpg
Its In for the final time..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/motorinlasttime-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/motorinlasttime2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/motorinlasttime1-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

9-23-10 finally got the word the body work is finished, paint going on next week and i will have the car back the first weekend in oct...I wen to look at the beast all together and back on the ground she is all blocked out and looks fantastic unfortunatly she was half in the shade and sun so the pics do no do her justice but let me tell you her body is flawless...here are some pics ..two weeks to go i am very excited...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/09/bodyworkfinallydone923101-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/09/bodyworkfinallydone923104-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/09/bodyworkfinallydone923105-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/09/bodyworkfinallydone923103-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/09/bodyworkfinallydone923102-1.jpg

[monteboy84]

Wow, hats off to you sir! This build is phenomenal, it's a good thing you took all the pics, because most people wouldn't believe it was built in your garage :fingersx:

Can't wait to see the finished product.

-matt

[aussiebj]

Well the painter just sent me pics of the car OMG she is beautiful.he said that while it was outside his shop everyone that went by it stopped and were all over it with amazment even 5 local body shop owners came to check it out..
here she is ill post more pics when i get here home
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/mustang-1.jpg

[hotwheels]

She's lookin' real nice in paint. Congrats!

[aussiebj]

Shes comming home today if the weather clears up ...I cant wait ill post pics up when shes home.....

[aussiebj]

Oct 19th -10..The stang is finally back in my garage and all i can say is WOW ..let me tell you i have had alot of cars in my time that i have built, some show cars/race cars and drivers ..This has to be without a dought the most incredible paint job on a black car i have seen in awhile..its stunning....
Here is a before pic of what i started with as a reminder
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/69stangpics11-1.jpg
And today
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/thestangcomeshome-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/thestangcomeshome1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/thestangcomeshome2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/thestangcomeshome3-1.jpg
scoop not installed yet
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/thestangcomeshome4-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

a couple more
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/thestangcomeshome7-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/thestangcomeshome6-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/thestangcomeshome5-1.jpg

[aussiebj]

Ok opinions needed..do i paint the front and rear window mouldings black..leave them stainless stock looking..or scotch brite them giving a brushed aluminium look ???????

[chunger]

Personally, I would think that the brushed or nickel plated look would really focus attention on the paint.

[wellis77]

go brushed

[HectorM52]

Match the silver in your stripe.

[ProTouringCuda]

maybe I missed it somewhere in the thread, but what's the significance of the "57"?

BTW, that is AWESOME paint. Great job!

[johngross]

I think the trim in chrome or brushed would look excellent, but, would give it a "classic" car look. So if that's what you are after, great. Personally, the car is very sleek and modernized. I would black out the trim, so the car looks up to date and happens to look like a Mustang rather then a Mustang with a fancy paint job. It is already to custom to look like a classic.
By the way, GORGEOUS car.

[sr73bu]

Nice job!

[aussiebj]

the siginificance of the 57 will be explained in a guessing comp with a prize at the end when the car is totally finished....

[chunger]

the siginificance of the 57 will be explained in a guessing comp with a prize at the end when the car is totally finished....

Ok, I'll take a stab at it: You're a big fan of Heinz ketchup.

[aussiebj]

LOL that made my day ..but no i never even thought of that...

[srh3trinity]

my guess: http://www.ponysite.de/transam_moore.htm

[aussiebj]

Thats a good guess, but the number 57 is not based on an old race car.....

[Norm Peterson]

http://www.modernboating.com.au/boat_tests/boat_tests/1/272/Beneteau-57?


Norm

[RGL68]

Very exciting build - thank you for sharing, aussiebj! Now let's see, where is that subscribe button...ahh, there you are..done! c",)

[aussiebj]

Progress Update working the car from the back to the front, that way i can finish up the small details ....trunk closed in for the custom look ..new bumper and led tail lights should be here this friday so the back will be totally dun...then the car is going over to the interior shop for a swede head liner and leather covered dash..and carpeted trunk area... then the front and back windows can go in ...layed out the new wiring harness...wow thats alot of wire..but it will all be new...

[aussiebj]

Norm, good guess but not based on a boat either????????