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GT40 - Original/Mk V / Re: gt 40 group
« on: November 30, 2023, 09:58:30 PM »
2016 Pebble Beach

I think I can do this from memory, front to back

Edsel Ford II
P1046
J5 * P1015
P1075 * J4 * P1016
M10003 * P1040 * J6 * P1031/1047
GT109 * GT103 * GT101R * M3 continuation * AMGT-2 * M3-1101 * XGT-3

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SAAC Forum Discussion Area / Re: Cobra daytona 7 litre
« on: November 29, 2023, 12:26:58 PM »
I thought the story was CSX2286 was going to be Carroll's "secret weapon"  for Le Mans 1965 with the aluminum 390, but both engine ( FoMoCo engine division ) delays and construction delays  meant it wouldn't be ready for Le Mans.

And perhaps more importantly it would have to compete in prototype class not GT, so it would be directly competing with GT-40s,
I don't see FoMoCo, who has earlier that year dropped the un-successful GT program in SAI's lap to produce wins ( or else ?) and is bank rolling SAI,
being very happy with Shelby showing up with a car that could run with the GT-40s for a LOT less $'s ??

jim p

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SAAC Forum Discussion Area / Re: Help with oil cooler history
« on: November 29, 2023, 12:15:41 PM »
we used to use the 1/2 Qt larger FL-299, same by-pass pressure, nipple thread.
I seem to recall a Ford engineer told us same filter manufacturer back in the day and same filter element as FL-1A

just for your consideration.

jim p

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GT40 - Original/Mk V / P1032 restoration video
« on: November 22, 2023, 05:19:57 PM »
I'm surprised this has not been posted here previously.  perhaps it was on Forum v1.0?

https://youtu.be/EOG5ngpVTT4?si=uT2hPlLU0_4x1s1n

Was at Indianapolis Raceway Museum as P1046 clone "as received from Ford in 1968"

interesting footage of the work to restore, including some unique Mk-II features.

I very much liked the part where they took Mose Nowland around Indy in the restored car!!

enjoy

jim p

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Appeals / Re: Cobra Oil Pan Stripped Drain Plug Hole
« on: November 13, 2023, 12:24:33 PM »
" The temporary fix is so that I can drive it down to the shop that I deal with.  ..... and I will get the pan fixed at the same time."

just wondering what the intended "fix" is?  Helicoil or TIG weld up the hole and re-tap??

jim p

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1966 Shelby GT350/GT350H / Re: Engine build dates
« on: October 30, 2023, 12:34:47 PM »
My Nov 5th SJ scheduled build car has 5L1 Cleveland plant stamped in both locations, so block machined & assembly  = same day ?

jim p

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GT40 - Original/Mk V / Re: Paint Color of Dan Gurneys Sebring GT40 P1031
« on: October 20, 2023, 01:22:58 PM »
I believe when Ford went to the different color cars for Sebring & Le Mans they used RPO Mustang colors.

Sapphire Blue code G M1905 looks like the right shade?

jim p

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2S MFG 013   - 66 GT350; 6s120 (q) (white, no stripes, Cragar wheels) Cobra Caravan NYC 65-12-15

came across this photo from the Revs Institute, could be from the 65-12-15 NYC caravan event?

jim p

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while trolling for GT350 program document came across Ford GT program documents, found them also of interest,
i hope this will add to the body of information!

enjoy
jim p

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Fo you think those are specific to the "competition" models?

Since the letter is dated Sept 64, it's after  before Chuck C.'s Oct 16th start date  Chuck Cantwell was involved, that's a good question to pose to Chuck, anyone have his contact info??

They reference the 2 notchback sedan "test/development" cars and a 2+2 for rear window study.
My conjecture is this is prior to the Oct ?? order of the 3 prototypes (SFM5001, 5002, 5003) ordered mid Sept 1964
so perhaps this was a general program recommendation it was up to Chuck / Pete Brock for implementation??

But in my mind it now presents a question, was the side scoop & rear window a combination of Philco recommendations & Pete Brock for "design" implementation??

The oil cooler, front brake air ducts and rear Plexiglas window are competition only features, the side scoop was likely initially considered for competition but they may have then determined the underbody version was easier, cheaper option, shelved until 66?

I have photos of the "mocked up" side scoop using a cobra hood scoop (black painted) somewhere, I'll have to search for them,
update-
the attached are the notchback "development car" that may have been the attempt to investigate how to implement the Philco recommendation?

this is just interesting to me to fit the development puzzle together !

jim p

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I have not previously seen any reference to the Philco Division involvement in the GT350 development.

Philco's work with SAI in sorting out the GT-40 is well documented and so it comes as no surprise I guess they would have also been involved with the "Shelby Modified Mustang"

It seems there continues to be small pieces of historical documents / personal accounts that surface and add to the body of knowledge regarding the vehicles / programs that involved Shelby American.

enjoy !
jim p 

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Cars For Sale / Anyone know which 65 car this may be?
« on: August 16, 2023, 04:38:13 PM »
https://racecarsdirect.com/Advert/Details/138665/1965-shelby-gt350-historic-race-car

presented as "This genuine Shelby GT350 is the most desirable ’65 version"

anyone know what Sn this is?

thank you

jim p

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somewhat off topic, back in my younger years hot rodding Telegraph Rd, Westside Motor city

my 70 351C w 4:11 gears, Crane Fireball cam w 310° duration, I ran BF-32 motorcraft plugs and 20W50 racing oil,
that unmodified short block saw a lot of 6,000+ rpm's and was still running strong at 135,000 miles when the chemically lightened body twisted!

the big pain was in cold weather I had to drop to 10W30 and BF-42 plugs or the plugs would foul on cold startup,  the cam overlap + cold weather didn't play well together!

That 351C would take a  454 Pontiac Trans Am or Z-28 all day long, ...  big block corvettes for the first 3 gears, ... "no replacement for displacement"

<< found an old photo, following theft recovery, taken on Hines Drive, western Wayne  county circa 1976 >>

jim p

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1966 Shelby GT350/GT350H / Re: Rear quarter Window Interior Trim
« on: June 19, 2023, 01:09:23 PM »
It occurs to me that SAI had to deal with these same challenges back in 1965 / 66,
 as the volumes of the GT350's was still small batch manufacturing, AND they were working up against hard deadlines to meet production schedules!
The meeting minutes related in Chuck Cantwell's book reflect the struggles of getting tooling setups, sample pieces and production run going and meet the car production schedule.
So no wonder there were incomplete GT350's sitting waiting for hoods, quarter window trim, wheels, etc.

Just imagine doing this for volumes like F-150's !

The documentary "A Faster Horse" is a view into new model startup, an interesting video!

regards,
jim p

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SAAC Forum Discussion Area / Re: "66 GT350 Hertz Car Rear Main Seal
« on: May 18, 2023, 12:58:58 PM »
seal lip orientation (as previously mentioned ) - critical
rope retention pin MUST be removed ( I assume it's gone or you couldn't rotate the lip seal around the crank )
seal half joint offset from block / cap joint - important
ensure the crankcase is not pressurized

you may need to pull the main cap and inspect the crank-seal journal for nick/damage that is compromising seal lip

look at a prior "leaking" seal lip under a good a magnification and see if you can see any damage to the lip ??

jim p

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