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Kent,
The insert type of repair may be another choice. Take a look at a Time-sert part # 05625
See what you think.
R.R.

Kent,
Simple to rethread from 5/16 24 to 5/16 18 if it is necessary. At the current price of genuine parts  this is an easy choice. Really the incorrect bolt in fine thread is stronger and when installed would be difficult to see, yet original type and size are the best way to assemble.Would also suggest an application of Blue loctite on the bolts.
R.R.

Would be nice to see a list of parts replaced, and that may help determine what is going on.
You mention lock up, yet do not say front or rear. Going back to base or verifying part numbers should point you in the proper direction. Roadster has mentioned a very commonly overlooked part.
R.R.

After looking over all the pictures, makes me wonder about 4 clamps (2 per side) on the "H" pipe to
Muffler inlet connection??? And real leather interior
Another car for display only....
R.R.

Just a few comments,
I really doubt many owners that spend this amount of money still street drive a car of this standard
It is in amazing condition and I think should stay that way by preserving it in a museum.
As far as clamps go the correct term for this type of clamp is "Adel" and they were/are used in a wide spread of applications. Quite possible for Shelby's to be assembled with either type??
Also agree on exhaust clamps, at least they are easy to change/replace.
My 2 cents for today.
R.R.

Hey,
Looks like S039 in the pictures, so the lower numbers than this had no R OR S Maybe 32 ??
Nice photo presentation of a spectacular car.
R.R.

WOW!!
Amazing car. Hope it goes into a museum so it is seen and shared.
I think the vin has no S Which makes sense for a low numbered 65.
R.R.

Just a thought as a possible source. Check with Pete Disher AKA The Coralsnake....He shows the 68
Door light harness, and notes they are different than 67....they do not have speaker wires either.
If nothing else he may offer advise on availability of your needs.
Good luck and let us know what you find out.
R.R.

Hi to all 67 fans,
Nice to see Mike and his family share the fun. Very well done video!!
Proof the nicest people,and cars go together.
They are only original once.
R.R.

Hi
The difference between the specs are 0.020" is cold (engine temp when it has not been running)
0.018" is with the engine at normal operating temp or hot. The slight difference allows for heat expansion of engine parts. If you have the time to inspect the rocker arms--check the surface that contacts the valve stem. If the clearance was too large it can wear a groove in the rocker arm and this makes adjustment inaccurate. With the original cam and rockers set properly you will have many miles to drive before it needs to be checked/readjusted again. I find it a good time to remove the sparkplugs which allows the engine to be turned with less effort. It is really simple when you get into it. Let us know how it goes.
R.R.

Hi Bill,
The first people to contact are the folks that run Power Brake Booster in Washington
(503) 238-8882  They have a great reputation and should be able to help with your questions and the rebuilding/restoration of a Bendix crimped type booster.
Still a good idea to remove the wheels and inspect closely....the last 69 G.T.500 That I was involved with had both rear wheel cylinders seized up.Most likely from sitting. Good thing the new owner had it trailered home, as he was told-Fly in and drive it home....All the best from a salesman
Please keep us posted on what you find.
R.R.

Normally do not make much about auction cars, but what is with the hood on this car?
Regards R.R.

Hi,
Did some quick checking as most of us really like this color, and there appears to be only 1 G.T.
350 made with a White interior # 2614 sold new in Ohio mid June 67. No G.T 500 cars show up. Looks like Knightmist and Brittany Blue were the most popular colors with White interiors.
One other detail is Acapulco Blue was introduced late in production and all seen in person were originally built with outboard headlamps. Only 1 G.T.500 in Red with a White interior-Started off a demo for Al Dowd. Stayed in Cal. Most of its life. Total 145 code O cars 81 were G.T.350 64 were G.T.500 Built in good sized groups of cars by Shelby in late May through the end of production.
If you really gotta have one with that combination then 2614 is the only choice.
Best Regards R.R.

Good to see a legend with a great book in print!!
Thanks to all that put this together especially Mr. Cantwell and Thanks Greg Kolasa.
R.R.

Hey to all,
Just re read the book by Chuck Cantwell and page 105 shows the boot and the foot note mentions a shifter boot from a Ford truck....may not be from a parking brake as we thought. Most likely an
Obsolete part from Ford, somewhere or somehow it would be nice to have the original part  number
To chase. My guess is in the 7200 range of Ford numbers.
R.R.