Wide body 1965 Mustang Fastback [Archive]

Matt@BOS

08-30-2012, 09:54 PM

Hi all, I figured it was time to share my latest project which is being built with help and guidance from the guys over at Best of Show Coach Works in San Diego/Escondido. Some of you may know me from the '69 Camaro we built over there. Building that car was a great experience, but I really wanted to build a car. With that said, I bought a '65 Fastback from Mark of Lateral Dynamics fame. I was initially looking for a '67-'69, but for the price, I figured I couldn't go wrong. I sat on the car for about a year before figuring out a plan of attack. Originally I thought of a fairly stock bodied car with all of the pro-touring goods. Then I started thinking about adding flares because the early cars can't fit that much tire under them compared to the later years. grafted, or bolted on flares really didn't look the part compared to the likes of Ron S's blue Mustang. I don't know why, maybe it was because everyone seems to be widening cars these days, but I figured if others could do it, so could I.

I didn't want to blatantly copy Ron's car, but I did want to to make my Mustang a little more "shapely." While I love killing cones as much as the next guy, I tend to obsess on design. As such, I've done my best to attempt to blend form and function to try and create something that doesn't look like a "car show custom," where you can tell what is factory, and what isn't. Overall, I want the car to pay homage to the GT350s of yesteryear with a little European influence, albeit of the vintage variety. What it actually ends up looking like is anyone's guess. I tend to revise little decisions every step of the way to fit the direction the car is heading in.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/08/IMAG0404-1.jpg

Okay, time for photos!

First thing I did was to to cut the fenders and doors to pull the top out and give the car a coke bottle shape. To keep the height, and gentle curve of the body line in place I had to add in some sections of sheet metal.
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Next step was to build an air vent behind the front wheel well. This was done for two reasons. First, to try to help get a little hot air out from the wheel wells, and second, because it looks kind of cool. Without out this, the stretch might actually be pretty inconspicuous. Even with the vent. some people visiting the shop don't realize it is stretched 2.25"

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Doors. The bottoms of the doors suffered from the usual rust spots. Not a problem here. In this case, cutting out the entire bottom of the doors proved to be the easiest way to modify things.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/08/IMAG0419-1.jpg
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...And that is it for tonight. More will follow soon. If you guys have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask, I will do my best to answer them!

Matt

79-TA

08-30-2012, 10:45 PM

That looks like a really cool approach, Matt. Another Mustang backup car is always welcome!

paulgurley

08-31-2012, 12:17 AM

I remember meeting you and your car at best of show your mustang is gonna be killer and pretty unique too!
I've been waiting for a build thread on this :razz: Can't wait to see more!

kmdracer

08-31-2012, 05:52 AM

Definitely subbing in for this. I like how you sectioned the fenders and doors!

cantvalve16

08-31-2012, 06:28 AM

Good stuff. More please.

srh3trinity

08-31-2012, 07:01 AM

Bring on the pics. I love the idea of doing some stretching and flaring and I have been tempted to go ahead and spend the money. I think it would make my budget suffer elsewhere so I am exercising restraint. It will be fun to live vicariously through you though.

austin552

08-31-2012, 08:55 PM

:cool:

Matt@BOS

08-31-2012, 11:30 PM

That looks like a really cool approach, Matt. Another Mustang backup car is always welcome!

Hey Brett, this one might not be the backup car when its done. If it turns out too nice, I might sell it, if it turns out just the way I like, I'll probably sell the current Mustang backup car, and make the Camaro the backup car, or just the over powered fun car.

Anyway, on to more pictures.

The goal with flaring the back of the car is to get a 315 or 335 fit without having to cut into the frame rails. This means I'm not not opposed to both mini tubbing it and stretching the quarter panel. From an aesthetic stand point, doing looks best because it keeps the quarters from sticking out too much and looking really fat, not to mention the fact that I don't really want the rear of the car wider than the front.

figuring out how and where to cut proved a little bit of a challenge. Here is the first go around
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Turns out I had an extra unnecessary cut, not to mention the fact that I butchered the panel up trying to get the body lines to fit. Still, it is slowly starting to take shape. Some of the regulars at Best of Show have taken it upon themselves to call the car Frankenstein.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/09/IMAG0465-1.jpg

With the driver side tacked up, I decided to move around to the passenger side and see if I could manage a cleaner install. Oh, and I also started doing bodywork on the doors and fenders at this time to surface rust from popping up all over the place.

I found the best way to hang the quarter skin was to leave about 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch of the old panel to work the new panel onto. This gave me reference points to fit the new panel to, as opposed to just hanging it, which would have, for lack of better words, just made a mess of things since the stampings were so far off from the originals.
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One of the shortcomings I noticed on my Camaro was that it really wasn't designed for 15-30 minute track sessions. It handles just fine, but once you're out there, you realize how hot everything gets, and you start noticing all kinds of fluids leaking. With this in mind, I wanted to incorporate a rear diff cooler, and possibly even a transmission cooler (for a T56 or 6060). So, off I went cutting out the openings where the old Shelby GT350s had brake ducts. I've done my best not to make them look tacked on. I'm pretty happy with the way they came out.

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Alright, that concludes today's update. Gotta warn you guys, progress will soon start to slow down as I'm still doing body work on the car.

Matt

MrQuick

09-01-2012, 09:17 PM

looking good.... when does the mud slinging start?

Matt@BOS

09-02-2012, 10:34 AM

looking good.... when does the mud slinging start?

I am well into the thick of the mud slinging. Each successive panel has got a little less filler on it though. Wonder what it will do for weight distribution, lol.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/09/IMAG0524-1.jpg
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And here is Jesus fixing all of my amateur body work. I kinda got carried away trying to make things smooth, and ended up making things more blob like.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/09/IMAG0609-1.jpg

After Jesus was finished getting sheetmetal aligned perfectly he went to work getting the passenger side of the car smooth, and the body lines crisp and straight. After than, he primed the side so that it could be left untouched for a while as I finished up the driver side of the car.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/09/IMAG0608-1.jpg

Given the look I'm after, the car really needs this wheel!
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Matt

Matt@BOS

09-02-2012, 10:42 AM

Oh, and I don't think I mentioned any of the parts that will being going under the car, but here is a teaser. I'll give you guys a hint, this pallet just came from Mooresville, NC. :naughty:

Matt

dontlifttoshift

09-02-2012, 11:51 AM

I got a similar pallet....I'll be watching this one.

srh3trinity

09-02-2012, 12:11 PM

It is suprising how subtle that looks now that it is in primer. The New Gen Lite is a great wheel. I am hopeful that New Gen can make a comeback because they designed some killer wheels and I had a project designed in my head based around at least 3-4 of their designs. Rushforth's lineup has the same effect on me.

migg400

09-02-2012, 12:16 PM

Looks like a very cool (badass) project you have there. I love to see fellow hot rodder and custom car builders show off their talents!!!

Crestronwizard

09-02-2012, 02:55 PM

Me Likee!

LV42DAY

09-02-2012, 03:36 PM

Nice work. i love widebody classics. i will be keeping an eye on this build. keep us posted

65 Fastback

09-03-2012, 04:22 AM

Tagging this thread, so I can follow along!

Tim

turboclevor

10-14-2012, 06:10 PM

DSE Aluma-frame or QUADRA-link

turboclevor

10-14-2012, 06:14 PM

Oh, and I don't think I mentioned any of the parts that will being going under the car, but here is a teaser. I'll give you guys a hint, this pallet just came from Mooresville, NC. :naughty:

Matt
DSE aluma-frame/ DSE quadra-link

66larkgs

10-14-2012, 07:41 PM

Great looking build! Have you picked out a power plant?

Aronsson

11-09-2012, 11:26 PM

Bad a$$,, i love it

Tbcworks

11-10-2012, 04:46 AM

Nice build!

Mr.VENGEANCE

11-10-2012, 05:16 AM

yeeesssss!

love how this is coming out!!

Lamoogle

11-10-2012, 06:17 AM

That is how they should have come from the factory!

Can't wait for an update!!!

AusMarty

11-10-2012, 06:21 AM

I thought this was gonna be really ugly.

I prefer the Ring Brothers approach.

But wow - it does look very subtle, and it looks VERY good. Keep it coming.

boodlefoof

11-10-2012, 07:02 AM

Awesome work! Looks great!

Matt@BOS

11-10-2012, 08:36 AM

Great looking build! Have you picked out a power plant?

Haven't picked out a power plant yet. I'm thinking of either a 427 Windsor or Clevor, if I go old school. If I go with a modern motor it will most likely be a blown Aluminator Coyote with a magnacharger on it. I know this car will never be the fastest, all conquering, Stielow beating car on the planet, so I'm trying to strike a good compromise between a streetable engine I wouldn't mind driving a few days a week, an engine with a linear power band and pretty flat torque curve, and also something that fits the design/theme that will have. I know I will need to compromise one way, just haven't decided which way yet.

Thanks for the positive comments guys!

Here is a little teaser shot.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/11/IMAG0728-1.jpg

I will get more pictures up soon. The body is completely in primer, save for nose and tail pieces that bolt on. Suspension will follow. Someone was very close to guessing the pile of parts. I've got an aluma-frame for the front, and a Maier torque arm for the rear. I'm shooting to fit 295-315s on the car. I might have space for a 335, but that will just probably hit the frame rail.

Matt

Jetfixr320

11-10-2012, 05:57 PM

Very Nice! Keep the pics coming!

EastYorkStang

11-10-2012, 10:11 PM

Very cool!

linkstar69

11-10-2012, 10:44 PM

Great wide body approach, hard to pick with out searching it out.

zbugger

11-10-2012, 10:54 PM

Hey Matt, saw the car today. Work looks really good. I can't wait to see your finished product.

Widetrax

11-12-2012, 05:41 PM

Matt, great job on the widebody Mustang! I have been working on a 68 firebird widebody for a few years. You can see it if you look up 68 Widetrax. I went out 3 inches out and 2 3/4 in on a minitub. For 18 inches of wheel well.
Again, great job. I will be following this!!

csouth

11-13-2012, 07:44 AM

I thought this was gonna be really ugly.

I prefer the Ring Brothers approach.

But wow - it does look very subtle, and it looks VERY good. Keep it coming.

Just proves there is more than one way to skin a cat....
Awesome build. I'm subscribed....

85coupe50

11-13-2012, 10:47 AM

Very nice lines!

Z06killinSBF

11-13-2012, 11:22 AM

This is awesome, looks great!! Makes me motivated to hammer on mine some more.

Aronsson

12-14-2012, 05:06 AM

Graet project, whats is the last opdate ;-?

Simon

Matt@BOS

12-16-2012, 06:52 PM

Ok, got things working with photobucket on my computer. I went to upload photos and realized I had been slacking on progress. I also realized I'm not a prolific picture taker like others on here. There are lots of different parts of the build that I took pictures of, but most of the time I failed to capture either the beginning, middle, or end of each little sub project. :lol:

The drip rails had little patches of rust, and while it would have been easier to shave them off, I really wanted to leave behind as many classic elements of the car as possible. On my Camaro I wanted to incorporate a bit of a modern grand touring vibe to an old muscle car, but on the Mustang I'm try to stay away from a flashy car show custom type of look. So, off I went making new section of the drip rails. It probably took me 25 plus hours to get the shape right so that the trim would fit. At this rate, I need to hire a pro if I ever want to finish.

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Next I had to replace the "rear cowl panel." the edge around the glass, as well as the metal under it was all rusted out and everything underneath had to be made from scratch. I need to give a hat tip to Craig of Paradise Wheels in San Marcos for lending me some original fastback glass to test fit. Craig owns and maintains vintage race cars, (mostly Shelbys). If you're in the area, his shop is worth dropping by.

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Finally with the main parts of the body in primer, it was time to work on the front of the car. I've always like the the Shelby "R" valance, but have also been bothered by the fact that it looks to awkardly cluttered with holes. So, how does one go about making it better? By adding Camaro parts, of course!
I started with the old busted up fiberglass Marquez Design '69 Camaro front valance. I cut out everything but the rounded mounting ring, which I used to locate the park lights, and then filled in the rest with fiberglass/Fiberal. For the amount of space I needed to fill (3.5" max) the fiberal was more than strong enough, and much easier to sculpt with than fiberglass.

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Right now the front end is back off the car so that I can install the aluma-frame. When it goes back together the BOS body shop with clean up where I left off, get everything to a presentable level of fit and finish and prime it!

Aronsson

04-29-2013, 05:49 AM

Any news ???

ent72olds

04-29-2013, 12:38 PM

Wow! The car looks so much more "chiseled" with what you did! I like! If you could find a way to make moulds of the sheetmetal, and reproduce for public consumption, you could really be on to something!

gsxrken

04-29-2013, 01:16 PM

Love the subtle mods. Like Anvil.
Go with a super-charged Coyote and paddle shifted auto and you might drive it everyday.

Poopy

04-29-2013, 02:08 PM

And here is Jesus fixing all of my amateur body work. I kinda got carried away trying to make things smooth, and ended up making things more blob like.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/09/IMAG0609-1.jpg

Wow so awesome, it makes me realize maybe I do need Jesus in my life.

Jetfixr320

04-29-2013, 02:48 PM

Wow so awesome, it makes me realize maybe I do need Jesus in my life.

LOL! Love that. I needed Jesus here at my place the last few weeks.

Matt@BOS

04-29-2013, 06:03 PM

I suppose I've been holding out on you guys. I'll go through some pictures and put a few more up soon.

Matt

Matt@BOS

04-30-2013, 06:00 PM

I guess I have been really slacking on updates, and it looks like picture taking too. The last update I had was right before I got my Camaro's engine back, and that sucked up some time and money for a while. I took it out to RTTC and was shocked to be picked as the Spirit of the Event winner, which has since led me to tinkering and tuning to try and make it fast(er). Neverthless I've still been plugging away on the Mustang I got the DSE Aluma Frame front suspension in place, and have the rear tacked in place as well. That will get final welded in once I figure out what fuel tank I'm running and can determine what amount of sheet metal work has to be done around the trunk area to fit everything nicely.

I took some bad pictures of the install process of the Aluma Frame so I will save you guys from those and only post a few of the major things. The Aluma-Frame is much more time intensive than installing a subframe (duh!) or a simple weld in K-member/crossmember.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/05/IMAG0772_zps92f75c75-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/IMAG0772_zps92f75c75.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/05/IMAG0775_zps2ae10605-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/IMAG0775_zps2ae10605.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/05/IMAG0806-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/IMAG0806.jpg.html)
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Cleaned up the firewall a little:
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Sample shot of the wheels going on the car:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/05/IMAG0871_zps3ce5d9a6-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/IMAG0871_zps3ce5d9a6.jpg.html)

On the ground for the first time in maybe ten years. When I bought it three years ago, it was welded to that little car in most of the pictures.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/05/IMAG0917_zpse7838386-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/IMAG0917_zpse7838386.jpg.html)
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Engine time!
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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/05/IMAG0923_zps601e0430-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/IMAG0923_zps601e0430.jpg.html)
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I started mocking up the transmission so I could build a trans-crossmember and ended up having to cut out the whole tunnel, which then led to test fitting the seats, building custom seat pans/mounting brackets and all of that good stuff, none of which I have finished yet. I got sidetracked finishing up the hood so that it can go over to the body shop.

Matt

85coupe50

05-01-2013, 03:21 AM

Very Nice... I am interested in seeing how the Aluma Frame works out... It all looks fantastic.

Mr.VENGEANCE

05-01-2013, 04:33 AM

YO... NewGen wheels are still in business?

Jon is still doing it?

gsxrken

05-01-2013, 08:02 AM

YO... NewGen wheels are still in business?
Jon is still doing it?

I'm curious to hear whether he is as well. I believe I received the last set he ever shipped; they are fantastic but I always have in my mind that they are irreplaceable if the SHTF.

Mr.VENGEANCE

05-01-2013, 09:36 AM

ahhaha SHTF..

yea.. those are the new center design.. they dont look the same as the ones I have.. and I saw the NewGen facebook and posts were relatively recent.

so it got me REAL curious..

Matt@BOS

05-01-2013, 12:37 PM

About the New Gens...

Jon owed me a set of wheels for my Camaro after he sold the set of New Gens I had on for SEMA one year. All of that happened the same month Driverz went under. I tried not to get involved with what happened and just waited for the dust to clear and give Jon a chance to get things figured out. Since I started working on the Mustang I just asked him to build me a set of the Lites with a slightly revised face that would work well with a large wheel pad. Anyway, to answer the your questions, yes New Gen wheels can still be ordered. Jon now works for the machine shop that cuts and private labels forged wheels for a number of companies. Since these wheels are a bit of a "bro" deal, I'm not sure who would handle the order. I think it would go through the retail company/arm of the machine shop.

Matt

Z06killinSBF

09-09-2013, 07:12 AM

What ever happened to this?

Matt@BOS

09-12-2013, 07:41 AM

What ever happened to this?

Still working away on it. I had to make the trans tunnel from scratch and modify seat pans. That took some time. I've also had to get the hood body worked and in primer, as well as redoing part of the front fenders to lengthen the wheel opening so the wheels could turn with a 295. Lately I've been working on the engine bay and bringing it up to the quality and look I'm after.

So don't worry, it is alive and well. After taking my Camaro out to SEMA, I'm going to try and pick up the pace a little.

Matt

Matt@BOS

09-12-2013, 06:23 PM

Apparently I haven't been good at taking a bunch of pictures along the way, or maybe all of the pictures were really boring, so I never bothered saving them.
I didn't go radically custom because I wanted to keep some degree of originality, i.e. no completely smoothed firewall or fabricated inner fender panels.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/09/image_zpsf3e7ab60-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/image_zpsf3e7ab60.jpg.html)

I am good at being off topic though, and this is what I've been up to lately:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/09/image_zpsc580a36c-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/image_zpsc580a36c.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/09/image_zpse51d05ee-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/image_zpse51d05ee.jpg.html)

Matt

Restocreations

09-12-2013, 09:23 PM

Bryce

09-13-2013, 06:25 AM

Matt, I may stop by the shop tonight on the way to cruisin grand, will you be around?

Matt@BOS

09-13-2013, 02:17 PM

Matt, I may stop by the shop tonight on the way to cruisin grand, will you be around?

Hey Bryce, I've got to leave around 5 today to meet family, so next week might be a better bet. Wish I could make it to Grand today. It should be packed this week. Have a good time!

Matt

67 ls1 vert

01-28-2014, 12:59 AM

hummm...4 months has passed. Should be in paint by now. Where's the updates?

Matt@BOS

02-13-2014, 09:54 PM

hummm...4 months has passed. Should be in paint by now. Where's the updates?

Hey Pat, the project is still moving along. It might get done by the end of this year, but who knows. I keep finding things to do.

Made some quarter window louvers with vintage fuel fillers in them.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zpsc8839cc3-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/image_zpsc8839cc3.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zpsbed17f18-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/image_zpsbed17f18.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps89423b28-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/image_zps89423b28.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps317a12c6-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/image_zps317a12c6.jpg.html)

Engine bay bracing:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps9cea04cb-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/image_zps9cea04cb.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps7b0e1d51-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/image_zps7b0e1d51.jpg.html)

Rear shelf and storage being fabbed:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zpsc2a94185-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsc2a94185.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps5c2ae55b-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps5c2ae55b.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zpsc907897a-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsc907897a.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps0c73b312-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps0c73b312.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps56d42d05-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps56d42d05.jpg.html)

New front fascia:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps8674c26b-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps8674c26b.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zpsa39ba9ed-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsa39ba9ed.jpg.html)

checking initial design on the ground to get an idea of what would work best for a lower grille opening and brake/wheel well cooling.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zpsdb37e39c-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsdb37e39c.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zpsc61956d1-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsc61956d1.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps4280ddab-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps4280ddab.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zps09f29719-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps09f29719.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zpsa74e5976-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsa74e5976.jpg.html)

lower opening, fog lights and brake cooling duct openings in place:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/02/image_zpscc65022a-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpscc65022a.jpg.html)

... And that's where we are now. Wheels, brakes, radiator, gas tank and possibly exhaust are all next.

Matt@BOS

02-13-2014, 10:08 PM

Awesome project and look at all the hood clearance with the Detroit Speed front end, even with the boss intake! They actually know how to engineer a quality product and put the weight were is should be, down low!!!

The boss intake is actually too tall to fit under the flat factory hood. The hood scoop you see on the car had to be built from scratch to retain a bit of the look from the original Shelby scoop but is about 25 percent larger to fit the Boss and Cobra Jet Manifolds. The DSE front clip is quality product nonetheless and has the best manufacturing quality out of any aftermarket part I've ever seen.

Matt

67 ls1 vert

02-14-2014, 08:47 AM

Looks awesome Matt!! keep focused and it will be finished before you know it. I'm diggin the front end.

nchogberg

03-08-2014, 05:48 PM

Hello 69MSA and others,

Great Work! Can't wait to see if finished. Found you doing some research for my 1/24 67 Mustang. Hope you dont mind. I am copying a bunch of your stuff. Especially the DSE Aluma Frame after I saw that I had to make one.

91571

91572

The model build thread is here if anyone is interested:
http://cs.scaleautomag.com/sca/modeling_subjects/f/29/t/117501.aspx

Later...
Hog

Cop Magnet

03-08-2014, 06:29 PM

Nice homage build with that 1/24 scale model!

Matt, what kind of rear suspension is that?

riles

03-09-2014, 07:19 AM

Nice homage build with that 1/24 scale model!

Matt, what kind of rear suspension is that?

Looks like Maiers cantilever suspension.

Car looks great.

85coupe50

03-10-2014, 12:32 PM

Awesome progress...

Hondo78

03-21-2014, 10:59 PM

Nice work, keep at it More Pics! Big hips on pony cars are sexy!

dangina

03-22-2014, 03:51 AM

I love the IRS, front grill, widebody and gas cap mods! can't wait to see more

Crestronwizard

03-23-2014, 05:29 PM

Looking good!

LV42DAY

04-22-2014, 08:01 PM

update immediately, or i will report you to the local authorities...

dangina

04-22-2014, 10:17 PM

I love alot of things about this build! lol just realized I posted 3 spaces back

Matt@BOS

05-17-2014, 07:31 AM

Matt@BOS

05-17-2014, 07:38 AM

Okay, here are a few more pictures.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zps0d021821-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps0d021821.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zpsb4b246c4-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsb4b246c4.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zps5b969412-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps5b969412.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zps5f7b314c-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps5f7b314c.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zps52bb97d7-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps52bb97d7.jpg.html)

Matt

Gil

05-17-2014, 01:00 PM

95838

Wheels choice is killer !!

Very nice

Gil

Matt@BOS

05-17-2014, 03:09 PM

95838

Wheels choice is killer !!

Very nice

Gil

glad you like it. I spent forever trying to decide what would be the best wheel hoop finish. I thought of powder coating, brushed and clear powder coating, anodizing and brushed nickel, which I went with and couldn't be happier about. I even got ARP stainless hardware to match the hoops.

Matt

linkstar69

05-17-2014, 03:34 PM

those wheels are spot on

LV42DAY

05-20-2014, 09:03 PM

THAT, if f*in gorgeous.

javelin66

05-21-2014, 10:56 PM

[QUOTE=69MSA;1069473]Okay, here are a few more pictures.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zps0d021821-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps0d021821.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zpsb4b246c4-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsb4b246c4.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zps5b969412-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps5b969412.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zps5f7b314c-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps5f7b314c.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/05/image_zps52bb97d7-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps52bb97d7.jpg.html)
cool looking wheels , what size are they ? what's the off set / backspacing

ramlinman

05-22-2014, 03:58 AM

nice job

Matt@BOS

05-22-2014, 09:50 AM

cool looking wheels , what size are they ? what's the off set / backspacing

The wheels are 18x11. The fronts have 6" backsplace and the rears have 5.5" backspace, if I remember correctly.

Matt

jp455

05-28-2014, 06:35 AM

This project is AWESOME!

TRANSAMERICAN 79

05-28-2014, 10:44 AM

wow! nice work

65 Fastback

05-29-2014, 03:44 PM

I like the front splitter. Can you show some more details? How far does it extend under the front end? What is the material?

Thanks,
Tim

Matt@BOS

05-30-2014, 01:41 PM

I like the front splitter. Can you show some more details? How far does it extend under the front end? What is the material?

Thanks,
Tim

Hey Tim!

The front splitter that is pictured is made of 3/8" acrylic plate so that I could have something a nice beveled edge, that didn't just look like a cheap piece of plastic sheet, and also didn't weigh a ton. I also made a 1/4" lexan one, which is much more flexible and will probably go on when it is time to start hitting cones. I'll get some pictures of it the next time the car is on the lift. It extends back to the front if the DSE aluminum cradle.

Matt

Badger

06-04-2014, 10:37 AM

Great looking Mustang! Got me motivated to keep going on my 65 fastback!

TheBandit

10-16-2014, 01:26 PM

Any updates? Awesome work!

BlueGhost93

10-16-2014, 01:40 PM

Wow that's impressive! Great work :) I wish I had the space to do this kind of stuff. Cant wait to get a bigger work space.

Matt@BOS

01-17-2015, 03:36 PM

Wow that's impressive! Great work :) I wish I had the space to do this kind of stuff. Cant wait to get a bigger work space.

Believe it or not, the body and suspension was all done in a single car wash bay, without a lift. I'm really happy to have moved indoors with it now though!

Matt@BOS

01-17-2015, 03:49 PM

Time for an update. I've done lots of little stuff, and a lot of hunting and gathering of parts over the last few months. I'm getting ready to put the transmission in, and bought a nice lightweight clutch, but still street able clutch for it, and bought some front brakes. The rear brakes will be a mix and match of calipers and rotors from Wilwood and Stoptech.

Meanwhile I decided it would be nice to try and get the most power and response out of the Coyote engine so I built a custom ram air style air box for it, and have been fabbing some oil and power steering coolers as well as figuring out the cleanest way to mount the radiator and reservoirs.

Quarter Master clutch, single disk, rated at 500 ft/lbs, 35lbs w/ flywheel:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/image_zpsd6999c9b-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsd6999c9b.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/image_zps087349d7-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps087349d7.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/image_zpsefd8b4ac-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsefd8b4ac.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/image_zpsffa2b893-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsffa2b893.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/image_zpsffcf539a-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsffcf539a.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/image_zpsf173301e-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsf173301e.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/image_zpsbe2334eb-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsbe2334eb.jpg.html)

Matt

csouth

01-17-2015, 07:07 PM

Damn that looks good. That coyote looks perfect in that bay....

Camberdually

01-17-2015, 07:27 PM

Awesome build. Would the frp intake fit under the stock hood? That motor fits just about the best I've ever seen.

Matt@BOS

01-18-2015, 12:22 PM

Awesome build. Would the frp intake fit under the stock hood? That motor fits just about the best I've ever seen.

I'm not sure if it would fit under the stock hood. The motor mounts come with shims, and right now they're all in so that the big engine hoist mounts don't hit the aluminum a arm brackets.

Supra510

01-18-2015, 02:29 PM

Nice work

Matt@BOS

01-19-2015, 10:43 AM

Nice work

Thanks! I really dig your 510!

Matt@BOS

02-17-2015, 11:26 AM

Update: I'm in the frigid north right now, where its a hundred degrees colder than it was at the shop, in Escondido, the day before I left.

I gathered a few more parts at the beginning of 2015, most notably these Stainless DSE headers, which are amazing in quality. It's a shame they'll be almost completely hidden when the motor is in.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/02/image_zpsd70d808b-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsd70d808b.jpg.html)

I've also continued work on the front end, placing the radiator, power steering and oil coolers, as well as the intake.It has been a ton of work as everything is pretty much custom at this point. I've had to cut and modify coolant expansion tanks and hack up the core support, but after what felt like a thousand hours of taking things on and off repeatedly to check fitment, I'm finally starting to have pieces that look like they might be something some day.

Here is the air box bolted up in its final location. Now I just have to build everything around it.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/image_zpsffcf539a-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsffcf539a.jpg.html)

The radiator is shorter, but wider than factory, and is supposedly good for 600hp, however, with the location of the valance and coolers, I wanted to make sure that the radiator's air had a dedicated path since it will only be flowing in through the lower grill opening. I also could not leave the airbox bolted on like in this picture

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/01/image_zpsf173301e-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsf173301e.jpg.html)

I'm building this cover that will become part of the core support. Undo four bolts and you can change out the filter, without taking everything apart, at least in theory.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/02/image_zps482e455e-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps482e455e.jpg.html)

power steering cooler:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/02/image_zps0ff8d7d7-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps0ff8d7d7.jpg.html)

I also started working on this close out panel to hide all of the functional, but ugly bits, like the radiator mounting brackets and coolant tanks.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/02/image_zps0d7576fc-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps0d7576fc.jpg.html)

I'm looking forward to warmer weather again!

blade

02-17-2015, 01:16 PM

ursa_major80011

02-24-2015, 06:24 PM

Hot Rod Magazine had a similar project car years ago I think cool!

Brads70

02-25-2015, 07:15 AM

Looking good, nice work!

GT408

06-12-2015, 06:26 AM

Matt, this fastback is as sexy as they come!!! I know you said the wheels are 18x11, but I was wondering if you'd mind telling me the size rubber you are running. I have my own 66 fastback that I'm redoing and am trying to plan far ahead and work my way backwards to the body. Thanks and keep up the good work!

KB Camaro

06-12-2015, 07:50 PM

are you located in San Diego, i'd love to see this awesome car in person if you are.

migg400

06-14-2015, 05:46 AM

Awesome build!!! Cant wait to see a video or two!

MichaelUser

06-15-2015, 09:43 AM

Matt@BOS

06-15-2015, 07:42 PM

The car looks great. I would like to suggest that you move P/S cooler out of the way of the air intake to receive nothing but cold air. You mounted the P/S cooler right in the way of the air flow and since you are not using a conical air filter to increase air filter surface area you are limiting the total volume or air to the motor. I know this seems silly, but that p/s pump gets hot, hot enough to warm that air which can lean out the mixture and blocking the airflow does increase air intake temps. The ECM will make the adjustments, but no real reason to do it. It looks like you have the room to move it. Also I would run a aFe or K&N filter and not the paper element. Paper is great for filtering but not for performance after the filter gets loaded up with dirt. You should get a pretty decent flow of air right at that point of incoming air which will help with performance. I say this because when working at aFe for years, we learned the lessons of air intake location has on performance.

Keep of the great work. It's just a thought.

Thanks

Thanks Michael! I have actually addressed a bunch of the concerns that you brought up. I was planning on building a stainless shield, or even ducting, but opted to try simpler first. I've purchased a big finned reservior to help keep the power steering temps down, and will probably add a length of stainless hardline that gets airflow to further help dissipate some heat. I'm also going to run a K&N filter. This one was just for mock purposes to build the air box around. I am hoping that the straight shot to the throttle body will help with air velocity.

Matt@BOS

06-15-2015, 07:48 PM

Awesome build. I like how it is a mix of keeping the styling of the body but adding all of the very modern suspension and brakes. The wide body is awesome also and subtle enough to blend in and look original.

Thanks, I really tried to create something that still looks mostly 1960s on the outside!

Hot Rod Magazine had a similar project car years ago I think cool!

I had a friend that mentioned the same thing when I started the project. I would really love to see that car.

Looking good, nice work!

Thanks!

Matt, this fastback is as sexy as they come!!! I know you said the wheels are 18x11, but I was wondering if you'd mind telling me the size rubber you are running. I have my own 66 fastback that I'm redoing and am trying to plan far ahead and work my way backwards to the body. Thanks and keep up the good work!

The tires are 315/30/18. I somehow mis measured the rear, and I have room for an 18x12 after the mini tub and flair work.

are you located in San Diego, i'd love to see this awesome car in person if you are.

Yes? The car is up at Best of Show Coach Works in Escondido!

Awesome build!!! Cant wait to see a video or two!

Me too! I caved and bought a Go Pro, but I still haven't gotten around to really using it.

Matt@BOS

06-15-2015, 08:05 PM

Ok, some updates!

I finished the radiator close out panel.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zps1cglfvvz-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps1cglfvvz.jpg.html)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zps8kqe8vok-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps8kqe8vok.jpg.html)

I really liked the deep openings, but there was so much going on underneath I decided to close them out.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zpsrladwfdo-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsrladwfdo.jpg.html)

Seam sealed and undercoated the bottom of the car.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zpszmqbzvlw-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpszmqbzvlw.jpg.html)

I'm losing a little bit of the classic look in the name of function. I built a rear diffuser.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zpsrxfrsxom-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsrxfrsxom.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zpsxt9kuma9-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsxt9kuma9.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zpsmlridppw-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsmlridppw.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zpsgcwgh5mh-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsgcwgh5mh.jpg.html)

I also started building a rear spoiler that should also be, at least a little, functional. I'm not sold on the looks though, so I've been working on other stuff after getting most of the rough metal work on it done. I just realized those aren't quite up to date.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zpshzbon5az-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpshzbon5az.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zpshjollcrx-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpshjollcrx.jpg.html)

And that gets you guys mostly caught up. I've since taken some cool photos, but haven't gotten around to uploading them yet. Our old painter that painted my Camaro is flying back into town this week to finally make this car shiny. I'm starting to get excited, and will be working to tie up all the loose ends that I thought I could do later before prep for paint.

Matt

linkstar69

06-16-2015, 04:41 AM

Can you post an ants eye view of the rear diffuser? I'm contemplating making one and the start is where I'm struggling, did you just transition down from the floor?

Matt@BOS

06-16-2015, 06:53 AM

Can you post an ants eye view of the rear diffuser? I'm contemplating making one and the start is where I'm struggling, did you just transition down from the floor?

I did, there is a plate that I made that the diffuser bolts to. That piece then bolts up to the trunk floor in front of the gas tank. I can take a few shots of it next time it's on a lift. I had the gas tank raised up 1.5" when Rick's built it just to make fabrication easier. You can't really see anything from this view down low either, but it looks cool, and gives a little idea of how far I cut into the tail panel.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/06/image_zps055om4b4-1.jpg (http://s366.photobucket.com/user/69MSA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps055om4b4.jpg.html)

Matt

MichaelUser

06-16-2015, 09:16 AM

That rear diffuser looks just mean. I like it and it still stays vintage looking.

Looking forward to the finished product...

Z06killinSBF

06-20-2015, 04:54 PM

That's awesome, I really want to build a diffuser for my car

Motown 454

06-20-2015, 07:06 PM

You've come a long way baby! Its amazing how far the car and your talents have come since I saw the car in person 3 years ago! Awesome job Matt.

BlackMachOne

06-22-2015, 10:15 AM

So amazing. This might be my favorite Mustang build!

Ripper

06-22-2015, 11:15 PM

nice diffuser and great project!
A flat floor would really make that diffuser even better. Are you planning to do that too?

T_Raven

06-23-2015, 01:38 AM

Very nice build

Matt@BOS

06-23-2015, 06:25 PM

That's awesome, I really want to build a diffuser for my car

Thanks! It wasn't that hard to make but was pretty time consuming there's probably 50ish hours in it, and I still need to do final trimming and build close out panels between the mounting plate in the front and the spaces in between the frame rails and between the diffuser and wheel houses.

You've come a long way baby! Its amazing how far the car and your talents have come since I saw the car in person 3 years ago! Awesome job Matt.

Thanks Wayne! I can't believe that was three years ago now.

So amazing. This might be my favorite Mustang build!

Thanks, that is quite a compliment!

nice diffuser and great project!
A flat floor would really make that diffuser even better. Are you planning to do that too?

Once it's painted and in the assembly stage, with the exhaust mounted up, I'll see how difficult a job it would be. I don't want to trap too much exhaust heat under the floor. Maybe a partial belly pan??

Very nice build

Thanks!

Ok, no pictures, but Jon is back and has made some good progress on sanding over the first prime. Hopefully we're painted in 6 weeks or so... 'Cause we're not messing around now!

Widetrax

06-24-2015, 12:54 PM

Matt@BOS

06-24-2015, 06:41 PM

Thanks for showing all of your hard work. I really like what you have done to your Mustang. You have made me think a lot about what I need to do to push out the front fender arches to accomidate wide tires on my 68 Firebird. I've already made 18 inch wide wheel tubs in the rear.

I'm glad you're finding some of the pictures and ideas useful. As you can see it has been a huge learning process, and if there is one thing I've learned and tried to improve on, it's fitting and hammering. If you were thinking of doing a bunch of pie cuts, I would suggest something else lol. I think the build thread for the One Lap Camaro is on here somewhere, and I would look there for some simpler, cleaner ideas! That one got the English wheel treatment, and took a lot less time to straighten out. :cheers: