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My 70 GT350 convertible is going to need a shop to sort out the car vs it's hibernation period, my local is not quite qualified for a "Division II" car.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.


Bill

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A true flashback to the late 60's or early 70's

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https://www.copart.com/lot/37433541/salvage-1970-ford-shelby-ca-san-diego

This popped up as my random screen saver this morning

Been a rocky year, first my personal interaction with Covid, then the loss of family, and friends, both in and out of the automotive community. Took the wind right out of my sails for anything car related. Finally got a chance to look inward, and found my motivation to get back out to the garage for a little "me time", clear my head so to speak by getting my hands dirty again....Been a long time....So with that said, just wanted to give a shout out to all those who assisted me, both on and offline, when my rebuilt carb install did not quite go as planned recently. This is what the forum is all about, people helping people, as if we really were family.  "The Pumpkin" is back on the road and running great, took it for a spin down RT85 and to the house via some twisty back roads to test everything out. Need to tweak the cold idle a little more, but other than that, the car is purring along as it should.

Once again, thank you, you know who you are.


Bill

Starting my carb reinstallation, have the Felpro installed above and below the spacer now and have a wonderful vacuum leak (high pitched whine). Thinking my custom cut MrGasket picture below might alleviate the vacuum leak. All to be installed dry I assume as that is what I am used to. Or is there a proper part number I have yet to stumble across that will work without custom cutting?

Anybody have the correct part number for the replacement carb spacer gasket on my 69 GT500 (auto, with/AC if it matters  ). I realize I can use a generic Holley, but I believe their is an exact replacement made by Felpro, but cannot find the part number. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Bill

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The Great Pumpkin was, for the second time under my extended ownership, brought home on the hook today  . Sure I was in stop and go traffic in the 79% humid , 80 degree temps for almost 30 minutes, but I've been stuck in worse. What I found strange was that out of gear the car idled and revved just fine, but as soon as I dropped it in to drive, it sputtered and stalled out. Almost sounded like a run on situation of sorts. Would immediately restart, but again, under load, it died. Tank, pickup, lines, filter are all fresh. Thanks to AAA Platinum (don't leave home without it  ), the trip home was an uneventful one, although due to Covid concerns (I understand completely), we had to grab an uber for the ride home. Took uber longer to get to us than AAA. Car fired right up after the 40+ mile tow, drove it into the garage and tucked it in for now. Not certain if their was dirt in the needle seats, fuel pump going bad, or the carb is due for a trip to "Drew" for a complete going through, which is what I am leaning towards at the moment. SWMBO chalked it up as just another adventure for us, she has always been good like that over the years.

So, with that bit of ramble out of the way, what say you? Am I on the right track?

Bill

5.1 Earthquake in Sparta, NC, rattled the house pretty good here in Greenville, SC 134 miles
Everyone OK?




Bill

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Bill

This topic has been moved to Up For Auction.

http://www.saacforum.com/index.php?topic=9077.0

Sapphire Blue (certainly looks Purple to me) over a gray cloth interior and shows just 9k miles, just saying 

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1995-ford-f150-16/

This topic has been moved to Swap Meet.

http://www.saacforum.com/index.php?topic=8499.0

My good friend John sent these to me a few days ago, just found his email and decided to share with you guys/gals.

GT40's are clearly at Le Mans not certain where the Cobra in a pit photo is from.

To my low country, SC compatriots, I have two high and dry garage spaces available on a first come, first serve basis here in Greenville, SC should you feel the need to evacuate your vintage Shelby to higher ground. Just PM me and we can work out the logistics if need be.

For all others, be smart, stay safe.


Sincerely,

Bill & Family

Which of these three pictures should I submit for the new registry?