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NOS chrome handle in perfect condition with 12/24 threads.  I see where these were used in Galaxies of different years, but I believe it is also correct for a 69 Mustang or Shelby.  Please correct me if I'm wrong.  Asking $40 or best offer + the ride which is likely only about $5 in the continental US or Canada.  PM me for pictures if interested.  John

"The Mistress"  My wife's idea after the three years I spent restoring it in the late 80's.  And yes, we are still happily married. 

I have a set of those in my car - bought them in the early 90's I believe. 

One other recommendation - if the garage has a cement floor, lay down thick plastic (clear vapor barrier is great) on the floor under the car.  With significant temperature fluctuation, significant condensation comes up from the cement floor which the plastic will prevent.

I second the recommendation for a full tank.  I also have put gas line antifreeze in the tank along with fuel stabilizer.  I know some people feel compelled to start a car up a time or two during the winter, but I've been told by a few people over the years whom I trust that this is not required and if the car is not brought up to full operating temperature, the resulting condensation is not good for the car.  If you can't leave it alone, consider putting the battery in it once or twice over the winter and cranking it a few times to get the oil pressure up and the oil circulating, then take the battery back out.  I have been storing at least one or two cars a year this way for almost 50 years and I've never once had an issue.  I'm also in the northeast and likely a little further north than you.  I've just put the freshly charged battery back in the car in the spring and they have always started right up. 

Pretty sure there might be reasonably priced, good fitting tri y's out there.  I bought some in the late 80's from Mustangs of Fort Lauderdale that fit perfect, were very nice quality and are still in great shape today.  I'm quite sure they were made in the US.  Not sure what the brand was, or if they still exist - but I would be surprised if something similar was not out there now. 

The iconic look, the sound, the performance, the fact that I was a Mustang nut from the day they were announced - and the fact that I always wanted a 66 GT 350 and was lucky enough to find 6S1575 34 years ago.  It still puts a smile on my face every time I take it out for a rip around the country side. 

I have seen information that suggests that the correct ford part number for the hipo timing chain is C30Z-6268-A.  Is that not correct? 

I recently bought a temporary replacement for my original while it is being de-done.  Napa part # FPN B0110P with higher flow rate for 289 K code.  Does not have the button top look, but is similar size and design and fittings, bolted right up, works great and was inexpensive.   

What has worked for me is leaving the nut on, but with the nut loosened until the top of the nut is flush with the top of the center threaded post.  One person needs to pull up on both sides of the steering wheel while a second person hits the top of the post / nut with a decent size metal hammer, not rubber. If the nut is flush with the top of the post, or very slightly higher, no damage will be done to the post or nut, and the wheel should come loose.   

Vibrations at only 50 and above is a classic sign of a problem with wheel balancing, so I would agree with your dad and try that 1st.  When you have them rebalance the wheels tell them to also do a run out test or just look for any signs of one or more tires being out of round.  This happened to my 70 Cougar a couple of years ago and it was a small lump in one tire that pretty quickly evolved to a bigger lump and vibration starting at much lower speed due to a belt in the tire starting to let loose. 

I picked up a fuel pump from Napa - higher flow rate supposedly spec'd for K code engines.  Super cheap - about $50.  Just installed it and took the old gal for her 1st springtime rip.  Runs great!  I might just leave this one on and put the original in the drawer to keep it nice and fresh after I get it back from Fred.  Despite all the chaos in the world, all seems right again - at least for today.  Covid 19 therapy indeed.   

Not yet.  I don't plan on getting the car out until mid April so this week I'll start looking at options Bob Suggested at auto parts stores and Summit etc.  Looks like at least a few good pretty low cost options for a temporary solution. 

Just so you are aware the population of Italy is actually a little more than 60 M people, 1.5 times California's population - not 1 M as your statement implies (California ALONE has FORTY times the population if Italy).   That changes your comparisons a little.

Thanks - solid advice as always Bob.