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thanks for the reply ,
are you refering to the lower adjustable clutch linkage rod with the seperate tip that was used for FE ?

thanks for the reply.
Do you think I can use a 1969 428CJ fork in a 70 Mustang with a 460 , toploader and 429CJ style factory bellhousing (C9AA-6392-D)  without any issues ?

Is the clutch fork on a Boss 9 different from a 1969 428CJ fork ?

please remind me, what makes 67 and 68 different? was it the length of the handle ?

 On the reproductions they try to do a one size fits all , claiming to be correct for 1967 - 1969 ,
 where the original 69 is truley different .
On the 69 drag link,  the end with the idler arm dips down , where a 67-68 is straight at that same end.
In 70 (late 69?) they used a bigger diameter material through out , .850" if im not mistaken.

Marcus, I stumbled on this old post and thought id chime in .
 Great info as usual on all your topics, but the toploader section may need a revision.

You left out the C4DR-7A040-A Toploader tail housing.
This casting originated from 1964-1965 Falcon / Ranchero (front shifter mount location) but also came on all 1964 - 1965 Mustang Toploaders, maybe 1966 too (Mustang used the rear shifter mount location).  David kee has this wrong on his site, he has it listed for 64-73. More accurate would be 1964 - 1965 Mustang.

C4ZR-7A040-A Tail.  I dont think it was used in 1964 or 1965, posibly started sometime in 1966? or beginning in 1967.  David Kee has this wrong , not 64-73, more accurate might be 67-73? , or possibly 67-70?.

VIN stamping on toploader case.
From 1965-1967 the complete VIN was "usually" stamped on the bottom flat machined area of the main case facing straight down towards the road, I have seen a few cases where it was stamped on the bottom of the case near drain plug not facing down, but more on the curve of the case. Only important vehicles got their transmission stamped, 1965-1966  K code mustangs and 67 Shelbys, I dont think a basic run of the mill mustang from 1965-1967 got any VIN stamping on the toploader. I believe starting in 1968 they moved the stamping location on top of the driver side ear, it was a partial VIN consisting of 1 digit for year year, 1 digit for plant, and 6 digit VIN , usually 8 digits ,

If anyone thinks otherwise on the above information, please correct me. I am not perfect , I am human

Marcus, Thanks for all of your detailed info in your "Mustang Factoids"  section. That information will be used for generations to come!

shouldnt be too dificult.

If you consider doing it and are looking for parts, I have a restored 69 clutch pedal assy , rebuilt big shaft toploader , and  possilby a 428 flywheel.
drop me a message if youd like to talk

I have a 68 Big block shifter assy has the 2" stick mount spacing as well, I should also have a black steering wheel pad. Will reach out direct later today.

I have one in southern california.
Im not willing to ship , but if you know anyone out here , or someone driving through who I could meet up with id be happy to sell to them and they can get it to you.
let me know if you need more pics and info

Sent you a private messsage , I have one

All of the Toploader / T10 rebuilders ive spoken with stress to use GL-4
and NO GL-5 , NO synthetics that can wear out your brass

Update.
 I noticed a slight difference on this 3-4 Rod..
I layed out all 4 of my 3-4 rods,
 and noticed on the one that has the C8..... stamped number ,
its adjustment slot is bigger than the earlier 1965-1967 versions.
hey I learned something today !

Just thought id follow up.
After spending some time on the phone and trading pics with Healy (Mr Ford shifter),
He believes the Big block reverse rods were appx 1/4" longer and have a small clearence grind at the top rear corner at the slotted adjustment end. He also said that someone most likely added that upwards bend in my rod as the rod should be mostly flat.

thanks for the replies,
I dont have alum polish , do you think its safe to use good old fashion (turtle wax) chrome polish cream to do this test?

pics

thank you