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In need of a mechanic for my '68 GT500

Started by Phill, June 25, 2025, 02:18:26 PM

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Phill

I have a '68 GT500 that is in need of a good mechanic.  My car has carburetor issues that have proven difficult to solve.  It also has a significant oil leak that continues to baffle me.  I live in Lancaster, SC (relatively close to Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC).  Any leads on a trusted mechanic would be greatly appreciated.

I just went out to look at my car again.  Now, I discover I have an issue with the driver's side lower subframe where the power steering bolts on.  The subframe appears to be separating! 

Bob Gaines

Quote from: Phill on June 25, 2025, 02:18:26 PMI have a '68 GT500 that is in need of a good mechanic.  My car has carburetor issues that have proven difficult to solve.  It also has a significant oil leak that continues to baffle me.  I live in Lancaster, SC (relatively close to Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC).  Any leads on a trusted mechanic would be greatly appreciated.

I just went out to look at my car again.  Now, I discover I have an issue with the driver's side lower subframe where the power steering bolts on.  The subframe appears to be separating! 
Did the car have headers at one time? The longer aftermarket header bracket needed to lower the ram arm is subject to increased leverage which can cause stress cracks over time.
Bob Gaines,Shelby Enthusiast, Shelby Collector , Shelby Concours judge SAAC,MCA,Mid America Shelby

Coralsnake

Hunter Willard is a talented restorer in that area, you might seek his advice
Check out theCoralsnake.com

I'm looking for 9F02M480004. Have you seen it?

s_eagle

Ditto Pete's comment.  He knows someone very good with carburetors as well.

Rob

Phill

Thanks for the recommendation to contact Hunter Willard. How do I locate his contact info?
 
Bob, you are correct.  I had long tube Hookers on the car from the early 80's until it was restored about 10 years ago.  It currently has shorty headers on it.

JD

'67 Shelby Headlight Bucket Grommets https://www.saacforum.com/index.php?topic=254.0
'67 Shelby Lower Grille Edge Protective Strip https://www.saacforum.com/index.php?topic=1237.0

Phill

JD,
That post has a phone # for his shop.  But the post goes on to say it was a landline that Hunter is no longer using.  It appears he is using only his cell # at this time.  Does anyone happen to have the cell number?
Thanks for any help you can provide!

NC TRACKRAT

Hunter is a looooooong way from Lancaster, SC. Lancaster is just North of Camden.  In between is Kershaw and Carolina Motorsport Park.  Contact John Durai in Camden and ask him. If you have trouble finding his number, PM me. Tell him Stan sent you.
5S071, 6S1467

Phill