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OK already!! I certainly don't want to be considered paranoid, a troll, or lack integrity. That's a lot of assumptions based on something so simple. We weren't masking our name, we were following suit with MOST everyone else here. Some of you already have a large internet presence because of your professional affiliation with the hobby. Having your true name here probably helps your business, and that's OK with me.

The internet is a powerful tool, in good ways and bad. When I search on my name it returns a lot of details and some totally false information. If someone chooses not to use some form of their true name here that should not make them a second-class citizen or immediately considered to have ill-intent.

Just a question, if you're not just a little paranoid how come so few put their gender, age and location in their profile?

Ted

It it is a reality that a few bad actors use the anonymous screen name as a shield. FYI this not just a supposition but common knowledge with long time members based on past incidences. Some worse then others. Unfortunately others with honorable intent use a anonymous screen name also. It is therefore hard sometimes to tell the difference because of the anonymity . Time on the clock helps some to understand a persons intentions and what they are about. That is why I would like to see more using a closer approximation of their real name. Even like TedS. That is just me and understand others my think differently. When I joined the first forum shortly after it was put online years ago I also had a anonymous CB handle screen name . It was just because everyone else was doing it that way. One of the forum moderators at the time did not like something I was saying and chose to call me out over my opinion thinking I wouldn't stand behind my convictions and hide behind a anonymous screen name. I changed my anonymous screen name right then and there . He still hid behind his. That was and still is my reason to own what I say for good or for bad. I know that my point of view does not fit everyone. Others have their own reasons . Each has to make a choice what makes the best sense for THEM.  That still doesn't keep me from wanting my druthers  .

I had my 67 Sleeping Beauty- at some of the gathering places near the auctions like the PAVILLIONS near it all. Had at least 95 inquiries Is it for sale? Asked about our cars and their was a few that sold like auctions America GT 350 sold for a buck fifty all in with fees. Good times were had by most as usual,if you dig cars this was the place to be!!!

Heck, I was on the fence about making the trip. If I would have known you were going to have your car out there that fact would have put my deciding factor of doing a trip over the top to come given the auctions and Marcus's open house. Dang

They look very nice . Since you wanted input I am not sure if you are going to be selling them but if you are then I hope they will not be very expensive. A 500.00 plus gauge will be hard to sell unless closer to original IMO. The 15 pound gauge would be a non starter for me. It is a non original aspect that stands out. You probably already know this but for those that may not understand why it is hard to find a 10 pound gauge the older super charger systems had trouble building 10 pound which is why the old gauges only went that far. Today's superchargers commonly build over 10 pound which is probably why the 15 pound gauges where a alternative. They do look good just wish you could get them closer.Best of luck with them.

Seeing pictures taken back in the day, be it the 60's or 70's often have great information on how the cars were fitted.

This picture came up today on another thread. I had not seen it before. It appears to be a mostly stock, later production, '67 GT500. Note the Thermactor system is in place, but the valve covers are Shelby branded.

Bob, Dave, JD, do you have any background on this picture?

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It was a article in Popular Mechanics. I believe at least some of the subject matter had to do with changing valve covers.

gold lettering on windshield washer bag correct for all 66 models?

Not all of 66 production. Typically later 66 production.

love the remnants of the engine ID  paper tag on the coil and the lighter blue Fomoco adjustable shocks

The light Ford blue engine paint is almost a exact match to 66 shocks that are the blue. Much later 66 shock versions were black.

Hi All.  My 67 GT350 does not have the cooling loop on the power steering.  I thought all 67 GT350s and GT500s came with this.  I looked up the part # in SAAC registry and bought the cooler (P/N C6AZ-3D746-A, this one stamped C5AA-3D746C).

1) Am I correct that all 67s had this power steering cooler?  Or is it possible this was an option mine did not have from Shelby?

2) Assuming I should have it, any suggestions where to track down the additional hoses needed to install the cooling loop?

Thanks,

John

John all regular production 67 Shelby's came with the powersteering cooler and lines. The correct cooler is marked C6AA. The C5AA has a different mounting bracket position. Finding correct looking hose to use in the cooling loop is a trick all you can typically find has a weave texture that shows through. The original was very smooth in appearance . Look around and if you can't find any click on my name and private message me . I can hook you up with some .   

late car since it has the valve cover hold down brackets?
btw what is the plate thingy above the alternator.
also is there body color overspray on the hood hinges and export brace?

I am not sure what plate thingy you are seeing.It all looks typical . Maybe you are seeing the superimposed starter solenoid and wires.The over spray on the hinges would indicate some previous non factory body work. there are other maintenance things that have been changed like filter and positive battery cable. The cable is a little strange to be changed given the assemblyline battery which typically would only last 2 or 3 years. The positive battery cables are typically good for many years of normal use.

I  still cannot  understand how  some people do not  think this is a bad idea. 
These days  you might as well post your home address and ssn   if you are going to surf forums with your  full name .

If  the bad dudes   were watching you  online   waiting for you to go to the next convention .   seems like an easy  home / shop  mark to hit .

Yea  no real names here   but   that s just  my take.

I know a very small minority can hide behind a generic screen name and act up because they think no other forum members know who they are. Many times it is someone trying to troll. I started to say a "newbie " but that is what we all are now    The anonymity of trollers or those of dishonorable intent is my main beef. I know some don't post their full name like I do but a shorten version which is just as good IMO it helps knowing who's who from a social stand point. Tlea comes to mind for Tim Lea. Oops I let the cat out of the bag  .  What about the people who post on facebook about every little thing they do . Going to the grocery store ,to a movie let alone going to a convention.  How about those that decorate their car trailer with Cobras ,Boss motifs etc. indicating what might be inside like a giant menu for a bad guy? Now that is asking for it.   

Here is a picture of the non restored 6000 mile car recently sold at Mecum

Its number is 6S2086

Yes that is the later 66 satin style blade holder. There is a earlier 66 style that looks like the polished 65 squared side style but in satin. The latest I have found was on a mid 1400's Shelby. I don't know how much later the early style went but guess a few hundred more (by Shelby VIN) . The same arms were used 66-mid 68.

I believe it is Chris Brown making the gray ones . http://www.brownsautobodyservices.com/classics

btw. how to remove the inner fender clips that hold the wires? whats the trick?

I use a thin flat screw driver to pry apart and needle nose pliers to hold ribbed stem until they are sufficiently far enough apart to separate without holding.

i should have been more clear. ive never seen these clips. assembly manual correct. are these clips available from usual suppliers?

Yes but they never fit as well on the thick metal of the export brace as they do on a regular Mustang brace so don't be surprised . Many times they must have gotten lost for that reason before ever making it to SA or maybe taken off there. They do help hold the wires up . I have seen so many GT350's without them I have never deducted for them missing. Given concours competition is your goal I would suggest leaving them off. For a pleasure driven car they will keep the wires from flopping in the breeze. NPD has them in their catalog if you can't find them on a donor Mustang

per assembly manual 2 are required.
#372303-s100 clip
page E6-8115-1
#5 in diaghram

Thanks for sharing.

When re-signing up I had talked to Bill via messenger and he asked that I try and use my same user name and not poach anyone elses so I didn't want to screw Gary Boehnlein by poaching his name    so I went with Shelbymann which is the same on many other forums so it transcends thru. Gary

Gary,

   I think I was more worried about you or someone else with nefarious reasons to be signing up as Bob Gaines 

Vern was already blocked trying .