1965 Fastback GT

[Alan's Classic]

Since my last post (it's been a while) I have replaced the clutch, pressure plate, throw out bearing, pilot bearing, turned the flywheel u joints, balanced the drive shaft and almost finished the exhaust.

Now it's on to upgrading to power brakes, SS lines and hoses.

[daverod]

Nice job. Good to see you working

[Strodder]

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Since my last post (it's been a while) I have replaced the clutch, pressure plate, throw out bearing, pilot bearing, turned the flywheel u joints, balanced the drive shaft and almost finished the exhaust.

Now it's on to upgrading to power brakes, SS lines and hoses.

So nice having a Lift, huh? I can't image what I would do without one.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by Strodder

So nice having a Lift, huh? I can't image what I would do without one.

It's like having a third hand. .
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[Alan's Classic]

Started to work on the brake lines. I thought the long line would be difficult, but it went in really easy. I got the main line in as well as the axle lines and started on the front lines. Nothing is secured because I dont have the wheel cylinders yet. Also the bracket for the rear axle hose mounted to the body broke off. It had one little spot weld.

[daverod]

Awe a lift...how would it be? I'm thinking tearing my whole garage roof off just to have one.I do have a sawsall. I really do need one though; or maybe some new joints.

[motornut]

nice Stang,only F*&Ds I do like
looks in not bad shape
my bro-in-law has a black 67 fastback,we just built his garage this fall,16 foot walls for a lift,we just rolled in the car
blocks in the basement....he's stoked,said he can't wait to dig in

[andrewmp6]

Have you talked to the owner about doing a dual bowl master cylinder upgrade on it?Its more for safety anyone that has lost brakes on a single bowl knows how hairy it can become.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by daverod

Awe a lift...how would it be? I'm thinking tearing my whole garage roof off just to have one.I do have a sawsall. I really do need one though; or maybe some new joints.

Once you get one you'll wonder why you waited so long.

Originally Posted by motornut

nice Stang,only F*&Ds I do like
looks in not bad shape
my bro-in-law has a black 67 fastback,we just built his garage this fall,16 foot walls for a lift,we just rolled in the car
blocks in the basement....he's stoked,said he can't wait to dig in

It is really good shape. It sat in a barn for 20+ years and it was his dad's car. Hope ya'll have fun with the stang.

Originally Posted by andrewmp6

Have you talked to the owner about doing a dual bowl master cylinder upgrade on it?Its more for safety anyone that has lost brakes on a single bowl knows how hairy it can become.

Yes Sir, dual cup MC part is on hand. BTW thanks

[andrewmp6]

No problem I'm kinda a mustang guy and that's one of the few upgrades they really needs.There is more safety upgrades like collapsible steering column and 3 point seat belts.Or for better handling a monte carlo bar and export brace stiffen up the front and easy to remove if wanted too.And for night driving led dash lights are nice and no one will know they are there unless in the dark.And led tail lights in the dark the factory lights are kinda dim.

[Alan's Classic]

MC and SS hoses

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by andrewmp6

No problem I'm kinda a mustang guy and that's one of the few upgrades they really needs.There is more safety upgrades like collapsible steering column and 3 point seat belts.Or for better handling a monte carlo bar and export brace stiffen up the front and easy to remove if wanted too.And for night driving led dash lights are nice and no one will know they are there unless in the dark.And led tail lights in the dark the factory lights are kinda dim.

Thanks for the info. I'll pass it along to the owner.

He's wanting to put the original wheels back on it. The problem is he doesn't have any and I have no clue what they look like. I did a Google search and this is what I came up with for a some ideas. Help appreciated as to what should be on it. Also what size tire is suppose to be on it and what looks best. That way I can give him some options.

One style I found

[andrewmp6]

http://themustangsource.com/timeline/64-66/65/index.htm scroll down to gt fastback most had the styled steel rims i believe 14x7 but going up to a 15x7 would give better tire options.Or he can run the magnum 500s http://www.mustangdepot.com/OnLineCa...magnum_500.htm Also look on the back side of the rims he has now if it has a FoMoCo stamp and some numbers they are factory rims you could sell them and get back a little.On wheel and tire sizes http://www.mustangbarn.com/Techinfoi...dwheelsize.gif

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by andrewmp6

http://themustangsource.com/timeline/64-66/65/index.htm scroll down to gt fastback most had the styled steel rims i believe 14x7 but going up to a 15x7 would give better tire options.Or he can run the magnum 500s http://www.mustangdepot.com/OnLineCa...magnum_500.htm Also look on the back side of the rims he has now if it has a FoMoCo stamp and some numbers they are factory rims you could sell them and get back a little.On wheel and tire sizes http://www.mustangbarn.com/Techinfoi...dwheelsize.gif

Thanks for all the help!!

[Alan's Classic]

Well, I messed up and ordered a booster/MC combo that will only work on an automatic car. The booster is hitting the clutch linkage. Trying to research my options. Any ideas here?

What is the switch for on the brake pedal? I don't see how it is actuated since it is not on a fixed bracket. It moves with the pedal.

Front lines and hoses in place as far as I can go.

i joined a mustang forum and posted this question here.

[Strodder]

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Well, I messed up and ordered a booster/MC combo that will only work on an automatic car. The booster is hitting the clutch linkage. Trying to research my options. Any ideas here?

What is the switch for on the brake pedal? I don't see how it is actuated since it is not on a fixed bracket. It moves with the pedal.

Front lines and hoses in place as far as I can go.

i joined a mustang forum and posted this question here.

I see what you mean. The booster I have has a bracket that raises the booster.
I have to go out to the cold to check. Be right back...

[Strodder]

Notice the mounting holes are drilled so it will mount higher.



Here you can see the damage some idiot did. It was loosing vacuum. It should be repairable. I'll let you know or I can order a new m/s and power brake unit for you.

[Alan's Classic]

Since there isn't a repop proportioning valve available, I'll see if I can rebuild this one.

[Alan's Classic]

Took the proportioning valve apart and blasted the body of it. It has a couple small pits, but I think it will be find.

I took the grease caps off. One had this wierd thing in it and the other didn't have it. Both had the castlated cap with a cotter pin.

[Strodder]

I don't know Alan, it still doesn't look that good. Can you get a new one, or install an aftermarket one? I wouldn't use it, just sayin.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by Strodder

I don't know Alan, it still doesn't look that good. Can you get a new one, or install an aftermarket one? I wouldn't use it, just sayin.

I feel good about it. Talked to a few other people, most said rebuild it. After honing the bore a little it went together really nice with need seals.

Mocking up the MC and lines. I have to tweak the lines some.

[mud.man.rj]

Intersting build, one of my favorite Mustangs. Lots to do after sitting so long isn't there but nice job on the car, should turn out to be a very nice car.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by mud.man.rj

Intersting build, one of my favorite Mustangs. Lots to do after sitting so long isn't there but nice job on the car, should turn out to be a very nice car.

Thanks Man!! There has been a lot of work done so far mechanically. We are alomost there.

Ended up having to replace the rotors and drums due to heavy pitting and being undersized.

Driving out the wheel studs so I could remove the hub wasn't an easy chore. Ended up destroying 5 of the 10 studs on the front. You can see the smoke coming from one of the hubs. I tried more heat on this one. The first one I used some heat and lug nuts to protect the threads. But they still got bent. I need a press in the shop.

Also got the MC mocked up with the lines installed. Those short SS lines aren't fun to mess with.

[Strodder]

Don't ya just love F*RDS.

[Alan's Classic]

Originally Posted by Strodder

Don't ya just love F*RDS.

Yes Sir! Sometimes I catch myself saying "Really".