Came across this 69 70,000 actual miles. All original. 302 V8. Estate sale. I’m the third owner. Last time it was registered was 2006. It’s been garaged for the last 20 years. Maintenance Records/receipts dating back to the early 90s. It could be a daily driver. It’s been really well taken care of. I’m very fortunate.

Took her to the gym tonight, still have an overheating problem on the freeway, she continues to surprise me with all the crap the previous owner did to her...

But enjoying her when I can

I finally have an update on my instrument panel project. A lot has changed, and a lot still needs to be done. While I was able to mount (tape) the LCDs into the cardboard, the LED’s legs are too thin to put jumper wires on, so they’re just in the breadboard.

What’s changed:

The power supply had to be rebuilt since someone didn’t notice a broken wire when testing. The demo code has been almost entirely replaced with actual functional tasks. I’ve put in all the logic shifter circuits on, currently only for the light switches. There are functional turn signal indicators and high and low beam indicators. The oil, temp, and fuel gauges are controlled by potentiometers that have a similar resistance to the factory sensors and have warning lights that change color depending on how close to the min and max values it is. The volts gauge is tied to Vin, which for now is not adjustable.

What still needs to be done:

The gauges need to be recalibrated, since through all the versions and testing the ranges are no longer accurate. Hazard lights still need to be wired up. Still need to build the power On/Off switch. The LCDs still need to be programed to display mileage readings but before that can be done, the speedometer needs to be programed which requires a separate test rig to generate a simulated VSS sensor signal. The tachometer also needs to be programmed, which also needs a separate test rig. Also need to setup the current sensors for the exterior bulb fault detection, but my current bench power supply does not put out enough current to drive all the exterior lights. And finally a speaker and amplifier to generate the turn signal clicks and warning tones for the gauges.

So there’s still a lot to do but there is progress. Soon I hope to actually start working the final version with custom gauge face, PCB, and housing. As with before here is a link to the GitHub if anyone wants it.

Hello everyone i’m back with more problems :( So I have a as far as I know stock 289 v8 2bbl 67. I was recently having trouble with a rough idle where the car seemed to be fuel starved form the carburetor. I confirmed that my fuel pump was in working order. I then bought a rebuild kit and rebuilt my carburetor. I slapped it on there and boom it ran and idled like a champ for a solid 10 mins. I then turned the car off for a quick second to double check leaks and everything like that. Then I went to start the car again and nothing. Crank but no start. I’m very unsure what it could be since the car was literally just idiling fine not even 5 mins ago. There’s the three major things I understand you need to have for the car, compression, spark, and fuel. I’m sure of fuel and compression since my oil pressure was reading about 45 psi on my gauge while it was idling and i confined my fuel pump was good and I just rebuilt my carburetor. I’m guessing the last thing is spark but I’m unsure how to properly check if it’s my coil or maybe even my distributor. Or could it be another problem caused by something else. If you guys know anything that could help me it would be so much appreciated. I have tried spraying some break clean into the carb and tried for about 5 mins but nothing just crank and crank. No even sputter of a start :(

Last weekend. Really enjoyed it a lot

I know I googled and researched this. From what Ive seen, my 65 firewall had ports for steering, brake, clutch. It has a bulkhead connector for feed harness, and below it has ports for speedo cable and parking brake cable.

I'm trying to run several more wires through the firewall for new gauges, and I'm looking for the cleanest way to go about it.

If this was a less original / more custom application, I'd just cut/drill a hole next to existing bulkhead connector and put a Deutsch or milspec bulkhead connector there and just run my engine bay wires there.

When looking at firewall now, I see places where maybe there is a knockout for some unused port or accessory or something.

I hate idea of having to drill a new hole. If I must, I will, but if I'm passing several wires through, what would be the best way of sealing that? A tapered rubber grommet with enough ID to pass wires through and silicon to fill gaps between wires?

Thanks for any pointers

Howdy. It’s hot as balls where I live, and I’m convinced the engine driven fan isn’t doing enough & is a fairly considerable power hog.
Does anyone know of a kit to convert from the factory engine fan to electric? I’m only finding things for the 289 and above.

Thanks

I made a post a while back about my 1966 mustang fastback 289 A-code with the C4 automatic 3-speed trans making a weird sound and losing power after stops. I have to get off the accelerator and ease lightly back on it to get it moving.

I've been driving it and generally its been fine, but today it would not stop making the sound and it especially hated the upward stops in my town.

Attached is a recording of the sound, any help is greatly appreciated!

289 in a 64.5 and I do not know any specifics about the engine internally. It is a 65 block. 600cfm holley carb. I have raced with race built Chevy engines and this engine does not feel like anything special so I imagine mostly or all stock.

Been running 87 with lead substitute since I bought it. Timed based on that fuel.

Any noticeable gain to running higher octane?

Finally pulled the trigger. I have been entertaining the idea of getting one for years but my excuse was always “I don’t have the time to work on it.”
I probably still don’t have the time, but I already enjoy looking at it parked in the garage.

Now I just need to sell my 2000 SLK230 that’s now parked on the street 🥲

Any mods/upgrades/fixes that I should heavily consider?

While out shopping with my wife for her next minivan (please, contain your jealousy), spotted this beast on the lot. It just came in, they haven’t even gone over it, yet. No official price, but he hinted it would probably be around $79k.

The fuel pump was good but timing had moved slightly. I’ve begun my love hate of the 289, turns out yesterday was a learning day. After finding the nuts on the carb loose as heck and I snugged them down it sounded almost perfect but the timing was way off. Removed the distributor and tried to set it but after several hours my son spotted the rod for the oil pump. It was leaning so the distributor wouldn’t go into place. Used grease to hold it in place but it still wouldn’t slip in. Finally he got a socket to orient the oil shaft and things were short work after that. Thanks for everyone’s input about the fuel pump. When this one goes out we will buy one mentioned in the previous post. Have a great weekend!

Seen at a local car show Danville Kentucky

Hey all, I’m trying to do research on some bottom ends I came across I believe they are hi po but if someone’s could help me figure it out that would be awesome. I found a punch mark but no 1M casting so I’m lost. It has the earlier 5 bold pattern

Hello! The 3 hex screws which hold the accelerator bellcrank to the firewall are stripped out. Considering going with larger screws vs. filling the hole and using stock size screws. Would be interested to hear from anyone who has dealt with this issue.

What y'all think about best tires for this type of car are I've never really owned one, right now this is what size are on there look at the picture.

Last night my son was left again having to call the wrecker for a haul home due to yet another short life fuel pump. Is there a solid reputable brand? The last 2 have come from AutoZone and haven’t lasted but a few months each. Any recommendations would be appreciated!

Hi everyone,
I’ve just bought my first classic car, a 1966 Mustang that I picked up for $1,000 and I’ve started documenting the process of getting it back on the road.
It’s a really interesting car to me because there’s quite a bit going on that I’ve never dealt with before, including the 289 V8, dual carbs, older braking system and all the other quirks that come with a nearly 60-year-old car.
I’m very much learning as I go, and I know there are people in this group who know far more about these cars than I do. I’d really appreciate it if you could have a look at the video and let me know what you think I’m looking at, whether anything seems unusual/wrong, or if you have any advice for what I should be checking or doing next.
I’m hoping to document the whole build, so any advice from people who have worked on these cars before would be massively appreciated.
Thanks!

Hi all, my first post here. I'm at the end of a 4 year 68 gt500 Eleanor build and need a trunk kit. mustangs to fear is out of stick while they chnage suppliers. any chance someone here knows of one for sale or sitting in someone's garage? Here's some pics.