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Here's one you that is not seen too often.  It's a brochure inviting customers to see and drive the new 1967 Shelby on November 10, 1966 at their participating Shelby dealership.  This one is from Riesmeyer Motor Co. in Crestwood, MO.  I obtained this not too long ago and have seen only 3-4 of these over the years.  I knew of their existence but was never able to find one for a reasonable price.  The dealer's name is imprinted on the brochure and not stamped.  This particular dealership sold a total of 27 Shelbys.  It was designed to be folded down the center and undoubtedly many were mailed out.  Hopefully Vern and others will chime in with some additional info regarding this brochure.

Decided to take my 7yo grandson to play some peewee golf and visit the arcade.  This is one of his favorite outings (and mine too!).  The 18th and final hole gives the player a chance for a free game of golf if he/she gets a hole-in-one.  Well, he did it!  This is the 2nd time in a row that he accomplished this feat.  He was just bursting with excitement!  Then it was off to the arcade.  While he was busy using up points on all sorts of money grabbers, I happened to see these games.  Wonder why they caught my eye?  Anyway, we both had a great time and that's what it's all about!

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I have a quick question.  Is there any difference between dipstick/tube assembly for the HiPo C4 vs the non-hipo version.  I'm pretty sure there's no difference but just wanted to double check.  The original was provided when I purchased the trans but I seem to have misplaced it!  My shed is overloaded!  Thanks!

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Is there a preferred oil pan gasket for the '66 Shelby?  I'll be having some work done on my Hertz and may need to source a part or two.  Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

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I have 4 correct 14x6 chrome Magnum 500 rims for a '66 Hertz Shelby.  This is what remains from the stash of correct Hertz rims that I was able to accumulate over the last 20 years!  Three are driver quality at best and the 4th will need restoring.  The latter I believe to be a '66 rim while the other 3 are most likely  slightly later production, possibly '67 or '68.  All rims have the proper 3-1/2" backspacing.  See the following SAAC thread regarding the later issue rims.   

https://www.saac.com/forum/index.php?topic=26302.msg194386#msg194386

I washed and cleaned the rims with some steel wool.  One rim is quite nice, another has some rust in the area where the center is welded to the rim, and one has some rust in that same area along with some just above that area.  The 4th rim has much more rust and needs to be re-plated. PM me with any questions or photo requests.  Price is $500 plus shipping for the set.   SOLD

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I have this up for auction in case anyone is looking for one of these radios.  It will need some work but presents nice and does work well on FM.  View auction description for details.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/156350358085

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I picked this up off the Bay only because of the interesting stampings.  I'm always on the lookout for the obscure.

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This just popped up on the Hemming's auction site.

https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1967-shelby-gt350-wichita-ks-455291?utm_medium=email&utm_source=auctions_newsletter&uemlid=261e9d83162e84682fe816b94d78673c92468c34888a1ec82bbd0d2f7195eb2e

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I apologize if this is a duplicate.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1966-shelby-mustang-hertz-gt350h-20/#comments-anchor

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Saw this interesting video from Hemmings News this morning.

https://www.hemmings.com/stories/video-abandoned-automotive-museum/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=hcc_weekly&utm_campaign=2024-06-19&uemlid=261e9d83162e84682fe816b94d78673c92468c34888a1ec82bbd0d2f7195eb2e

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https://auctions.ejsauction.com/auction-lot/1967-shelby-gt350-fastback_6E64D58974

Definitely needs some help!

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This just popped up on my phone and thought I would share.

https://www.hotcars.com/rare-color-1967-shelby-gt500-found-barn/

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I picked up this '68 Shelby brochure originally from Gilboy Ford in Allentown, Penn.  I haven't seen much from this dealership in the past.  According to one of the SAAC annuals they sold 62 Shelbys.  I also found a newspaper ad from the Morning Call newspaper in Allentown.  Below is a link to a much better image than the attached photo.

https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-morning-call-gilboy/25640062/

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It's time to give our indoor 1-1/2 year old sibling cats full run of the house.  This includes the garage (ouch!).  Looking for recommendations for an indoor car cover that would provide maximum protection from potential cat scratches.  I now use a couple of inexpensive covers with donated blankets, throws, comforters, etc. underneath.  They worked previously with our other cats but what a hassle!  Looking to be able to just use a cover only on each car to simplify things.  Any other cat + Shelby owners out there?  Thanks, in advance, for any recommendations.

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Came across this one this morning.  Claims to go FAST!

https://www.hemmings.com/listing/1968-shelby-gt500-520943?utm_medium=email&utm_source=auctions_newsletter

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Thought this might be useful to some.

https://www.hemmings.com/stories/restoring-a-1967-shelby-gt-500s-428-police-interceptor-engine/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=EDaily&utm_campaign=2023-12-25

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Turns out the drain plug hole on my '66 Hertz aluminum oil pan is stripped.  Looks as if this isn't a new issue as the plug that was in there is a self-threading one (see pic).  It always dripped a bit and I thought replacing the old nylon washer would help.  The situation is worse as there are just not enough threads remaining.  I have a temporary plug in there now which works just fine.  What's the preferred permanent fix short of removing the pan.  I'm leaning towards a self-tapping piggyback unit.  Thoughts?

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These Cobra valve covers on my '66 Hertz were there when I purchased the car in 2004.  They have the rounded, not squared, bolt hole areas and are not correct.  I have a question regarding the inner baffle where the oil fill tube is.  If you look at the picture there is the smallest of openings at the bottom area and it takes FOREVER to add oil.  I'll be switching valve covers in the near future but just wondered if anyone has come across this before.  I don't have the other set of valve covers readily available for comparison.

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I finally got around to buying 5 new tires (BF Goodrich T/A's) for my '66 Hertz and having them installed on a set of correct chrome Magnum 500 wheels.  When I purchased my Shelby in 2004 it came with Ford chrome Magnums in a 14 x 7 size.  Tires were 195-70's all the way around.  Now I'll be using 205-70's.  I opted to have just 2 of the tires mounted on rims so that I could check to see if there were any issues up front with rubbing.  Well I installed both fronts and sure enough there was rubbing!  However, the noise was a grinding noise and not from the tires.  Turns out it was the caliper crossover tube that was rubbing lightly on the inside of the wheel only on the driver's side.  Fortunately I didn't drive beyond our cul-de-sac!  I used a little gentle persuasion and all is good.  The calipers & rotors are not original but new repo ones recently installed.  Now I can have the other tires mounted and finish this project.  Always something!

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Most of us know that the Motor Wheel Co manufactured the chrome Magnum 500 wheels for the '66 Hertz Shelby.  The wheels are usually marked with 795c or 795 which is one of the indicators for a correct wheel.  Mopars use a similar wheel with that marking but with a different backspacing.  There's a current eBay auction for some Olds wheels with a 833c marking.  I obtained some 14x6 chrome Magnum 500 wheels many years ago with a different profile and a 842c marking.  Does anyone know the application for wheels with this number?  Thanks!

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