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Hi,
Just to add a few key points. This is a simple job when done with the proper tools.
If you do not have tools maybe borrow or buy them from Harbor Freight....Be careful and wear safety goggles or eye protection-you are working around springs that can quickly damage your eyes. Do not just repair 1 side!!!! This is asking for trouble when driving and if 1 side is worn out/leaking the other side is most likely not much better.
Ford used larger wheel cylinders which is necessary with the wider brake shoes. If memory serves they are 29/32" This is not listed for any "Mustang" application.As mentioned all parts should be inspected-cleaned-lubricated prior to assembly. Remember this is crutial to get working properly...rear wheel lockup can also happen with shoes that are contaminated....so inspect carefully. Good luck.
R.R.

Hi,
Gone quick and just curious what you have in mind as a replacement/project next ?
R.R.

Hi,
Just thought back about a conversation with a local engine builder from years ago. He said the intake manifold was "Not as critical to port matching as time is better spent on the proper camshaft, and that it is the turbulence created inside that increases air flow and helps with power improvement." He also says that after spending hours port matching an intake it showed only 2 HP increase on the Dyno....Some science and math do apply and think of what has been learned in the aerodynamic field in the last 60 years.
If you get a chance look at a current Top Fuel engine and try to imagine power in that magnitude 10 years ago. What are you trying to get from a 1960's design???
R.R.

Just studied this a bit and realized it appears to have a flat gas cap!!
Great picture and now on my list/radar Thanks for posting.
R.R.

Hi Dave,
Looks like you need to open this up and inspeçt,then count teeth to know exàct geàr ràtios.Easy to do if already out as pictured.Is it an aluminium case?
R.R

Hi Again,
Looks like we now have 2 different engines being discussed. Maybe some have forgotten the DUAL carb full size Fords or the 3 2 BARREL engines built by Ford in 1963..
One other point is they all ran off the assembly line. Ford was and is strict about the
Quality of any parts supplied by an outside company, and as Jeff points out they would not get in a warranty situation with an engine build. A.O. Smith was still after Shelby over unpaid work from 1968 so 1 more reason to doubt they did any engine work for 69
Just my 2 cents
R.R.

Hi and Happy New Year!
Just thinking about intake manifolds and the process of production would lead us to think any engine work that involved its operation (run properly) would be done by Ford.
They would have to certify it passed emission testing. Shelby was the end label but not responsible for certification. Ford knew exactly what they were supplying by the DSO
Process so simple to separate the special components for a fleet run which is what Ford considered Shelby. This is consistent for the entire Shelby production run starting in 1964. Remember emissions standards changed every year and Ford was responsible for the testing. Ever wonder why a BOSS 429 ended up with a smaller carb than a BOSS 302 ??
Apparently it was cold weather driveability and emissions....What a difference a few changes make in power output of a BOSS 429-Talk about waking up the sleeping giant!!
Don't want to get off track here, Will wait for Pete to dig up something.
R.R.

Hi Again,
Don't forget Ben Smith and the retractable hardtop conversion. He had plans to create a lighter fiberglass version. Our shop pointed out it was a fast way to loose trunk space and if Ford would have enjoyed success with the first "Retractable" they would not have stopped building them. Tooling costs even at that time would have been a big commitment and he wisely did not take it any further.
Many fun memories riding in a rumble seat! What a different way to enjoy the road.
Galpin was even involved with the flying Pinto project if memory serves....Great place to visit if you are in L.A.
R.R.

Jeff and all,
Agree 1000% with your observations. Also would really like to know more on the Mexican cars...they are very different and interesting as this picture demonstrates.
R.R.

Rod,
Car looks great!! Hope you have fun and get tons of miles/smiles with it in the New Year
R.R.

Hi to all,
C7ZZ-D is for a group 24 AKA Heavy Duty battery. The standard tray for a group 22 measures about 9"X 7" Nice to see as a genuine service part. Good luck with a sale!
R.R.

Hi to M
Best person that has experience with this is Bret M of capecodmustang. Easy to find and often has project cars, and is also on this site so it should be easy for you to work with him. He currently has a few cars on the website. Hope you can find  something.
R.R.

Hi Again,
Looks like Green sales co. In Ohio has the COAA 17271 A & K gears so if a 17 or 19 tooth would be correct I would call them and get an o.d. measurement. Then you need to calculate the correct part for your car. How many teeth on the gear pictured? How inaccurate is your speedo? Did you change rear end ratio or rear tire size?
R.R.

Hi Clifford,
Simple answer to Q1 YES Oil Pressure GAUGE is on left side of pod.
Best info on 68 Gauges is on the coral snake.com in the electrical section.
They are different and that makes 67 a unique setup. Hope this helps.

Hi Ned,
One clue may involve the Black plate shown. This series would be from the 1969 year so this car was not sold new in California. Wish you luck finding out more info.
R.R.