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For sale:

69 Shelby convertible diecast collection $225 Four (4) cars in photo.

69 428 CJ GT $70
68 GT 500KR $30
Yellow Ford GT $50

Shipping will be calculated on actual cost. Can pick up at the Daytona Rod Run swap meet over the Thanksgiving holiday. Will have more diecast and a large selection of Shelby and Ford plastic model kits available.

Don
gt350bp
(386) 756-9289 Daytona Beach area

Diecast models for sale:

I have the following Trans Am / GTO Series diecast models to sell as a set. These are new in the box and never displayed. Only removed from the outer boxes  twice to check when bought and to photograph. Models are as follows:

GMP #3 Ron Fellows Sunoco Camaro
GMP #11 Scott Pruet Motorcraft Mustang (Missing outer box)
GMP 7-Eleven Bruce Jenner Mustang
GMP #1 Dorsey Schroeder Whistler Mustang

$1,200 for the set + actual shipping cost

Don
gt350bp
Daytona Beach area

Car worth X and parts worth 3X?

Don
gt350bp

Roy,

Had to switch the balance on the engine to get it to set down in correctly.

The 482 was built by Keith Kraft and he suggested TD rockers, stands and shafts, so that is what I am using. The cam is a solid roller and am very happy with the results. Engine runs and sounds great with the solid lifters.   

Things have been going pretty well here in the swamp, but after 30 years in Florida, I am getting priced out. Insurances and unbridled coastal growth has me looking for cheaper property back up in Western Pennsylvania. I used to live in a town that was considered the best kept secret, but local politicians have let the growth over run the infrastructure. Traffic nightmares, flooding and new apartments and storage facilities on every available space.

Don
gt350bp

Just restored my 68 KR shifter and attached are photos of a small block and big block shifter and rods. Big block reverse shift rod is bent slightly different and has a bevel on the end for clearance. The slot in the shift rod for adjustment is slightly longer as the shifter reverse arm is bent vs. the small block is straight.

Don
gt350bp

I installed Hooker Super Comps on my 68 KR and the easiest way was as follows:

1.) Leave the engine mounts off the engine.
2.) Lower the engine to about 4-6" above final install location.
3.) Slide the headers in from the radiator opening on both sides.
4.) I used the smaller 3/8" diameter head s.s. header bolts and install gaskets and bolts finger tight. Be sure to check headers, gaskets and bolts fit before dropping the engine down in the engine bay.
5.) Install the engine mounts to the engine.
6) Tighten header bolts.
7.) Lower engine onto mounts and install bolts. If you're using a Genesis S.O. block, one mount has to be altered or the engine will set crooked.

One major complaint on the Hooker Super Comps is that the collectors interfere with the floorboard transmission mount. Headers should have been about 1'+ longer and would not have had to grind the collector for clearance.

Hope this helps.

Don
gt350bp

Looking for a part # for 28-spline yoke for a 9" center section. Needs to be 1 1/8" large cap with 4" dimension from dirt shield to u-bolt mounting face.

Thank you.

Don
gt350bp

My 68KR had the same issues and I contacted Vic at Cougars Unlimited, and he fixed me up with two flashers and new LED bulbs. Big difference but still need to have the engine running for all bulbs to flash and be bright.

Don
gt350bp

Trying to locate a car for a friend that was last located in the Indianapolis area. Not a Shelby but I thought I would see if anyone recognized the car or knows the person the car was sold to about 35 years ago.

The car is a 66 Mustang coupe in Antique Bronze with C4 automatic, black interior and factory A/C. The car had a black vinyl roof installed that was not a factory option and had Moon hubcaps. Car was sold by my friend's dad to Bob Mathis. This is the car my friend's dad met his future wife. My friend would like to locate and see if any possibility to purchase.

I realize not much to go on, but thought I'd give it a shot.

Any help is appreciated.

Thank you.

Don
gt350bp

Might want to consider a new electronic tachometer that is more accurate. I had my tach changed to an electronic by Mike at Orlando Mustang. They look and function great.

Don
gt350bp

Drew,

Thanks for the offer. I did pick up a couple of power valves at the local Advanced Discount Auto Store. The kid behind the counter had no clue, so he said to come behind the counter and check in a box that was misc. Holley parts and found the power valves. I think I'm finally understanding the Holley's at my advanced age. Will see if I can get it dialed in this weekend then on to my 482 CJ with a Quick Fuels Q-Series 750. I think it actually could use a 850.

Don
gt350bp

Thanks guys! Will be taking a road trip this Saturday for the National Mustang Day activities at the Valiant Air Command Museum in Titusville, FL. Going to take some parts and try to get the carb dialed in. I'm real close as most of the hesitation on mashing the gas is gone. Found that most of the issue is that the accelerator pump has a lag when the pump arm starts to move. Was not getting a shot with the initial arm movement so I've been backing off the adjustment a little at a time and Voila!

Don
gt350bp

Can anyone advise on the stock size of the discharge nozzle on a Holley 715? I misplaced my notes and can't remember what I started with. Think it may have been a #28, as I have an extra in the parts bin. Any help will be appreciated.

Thank you.

Don
gt350bp

Planning on going as I've never been to the museum. Stop on by and say "hey" if at the show.

Don
gt350bp

Made an offer on it a couple of weeks ago and never heard from the seller! Sent him a PM.

Don
gt350bp