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The "HOW TO" Video thread

Last post by Cougars_R_Grr8 « 28 May 2019, 22:30
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by xr7g428 » 08 May 2013, 11:35
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Okay, I just watched the video that shows how to replace the bearing in the AC idler pulley. I hate to admit the number of these I have thrown away...

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Pretty decent results:
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28 May 2019, 22:30
Everything you wanted to know about '67 Sequential Signals

Last post by robert campbell « 08 Feb 2019, 22:02
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by xr7g428 » 13 Sep 2013, 09:32
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When you tell some one that you own an early Cougar, more often then not, they will say something like Oh yeah, they had those cool tail lights! It...

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This is what happens when a Mustang guy works on a Cougar...… They know know squat about sequential blinkers!!!
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08 Feb 2019, 22:02
Installing Speaker Pods

Last post by RootBeerJoe « Today, 19:21
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by RootBeerJoe » 18 Oct 2019, 23:13

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I bought these repro speaker pods from WCCC.

I'm trying to install them behind the kick panels on my 1967 Cougar XR-7. I removed the kick panels...

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My kick panels were also cracked near the screw holes but I wanted to reuse them because the repos do not have holes for the speakers. I thought...

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Today, 19:21
Engine bay detailing what paint do I need

Last post by XR7--428 « Today, 18:50
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by XR7--428 » 15 Oct 2019, 12:50

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Looking to do some engine bay detailing on a 1969. What paint do I need for the a/c compressor pulley, brake booster, and master cylinder?

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I'm not sure what is correct at this point. I have seen so many A/C pulleys some shade of silver. I've looked at many different ones for sale and...

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Today, 18:50
Suggestions valve adj. on unknown solid? cam

Last post by Royce « Today, 08:28
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by hanver » 16 Oct 2019, 01:14
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Hi guys

I've had my car about 6 years now and I've been postponing this all this time, because I'm not quite sure how to deal with this.

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Adjusting solid lifters is pretty easy the way I do it. I look at the adjacent valve on each cylinder and try to get it fully open. Then adjust the...
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Today, 08:28
Clutch linkage part identification

Last post by PacificaXR7GT « 18 Oct 2019, 23:00
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by PacificaXR7GT » 18 Oct 2019, 21:53

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This is the frame side clutch equalizer pivot that was on my 68 390. Is this an actual Ford part or did some long ago craftsman just fabricate this...

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Not a factory installed bracket.

Thanks. That’s what I thought but I wanted to check with the experts.

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18 Oct 2019, 23:00
Removing outer shock tower

Last post by Royce « 18 Oct 2019, 08:11
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by halbey » 17 Oct 2019, 15:23

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Is it safe to remove the outer shock tower cover (held on with six bolts) with the coil spring installed on my 69 XR7? The suspension is intact with...

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That's scary. I would check carefully for cracks on the shock towers. The reinforcements are necessary or they would not be there!

Yes. You...

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18 Oct 2019, 08:11
69 XR7 Sail Panel installation II

Last post by GLC « 18 Oct 2019, 00:56
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by blaineja » 20 Apr 2019, 07:38

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Pictured is an old original sail panel and the sail panel installation clip. My question: is there a picture or illustration out there that shows me...

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Is there any trick to get the windlace over the front of the sail panel? It has worked loose on my car and I can't get it to stay in place. Might not...

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18 Oct 2019, 00:56
Exhaust manifold donut removal

Last post by cougarrand « 16 Oct 2019, 18:37
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by rpxr400 » 16 Oct 2019, 16:34

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I have a complete exhaust to put on my car including H pipe back. Are there any tricks to getting the donut off the manifolds?
I've seen...

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I just pry it off or you can get at it from the top of the engine with a long screw driver and a hammer. Not that hard to remove.

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16 Oct 2019, 18:37
Holley carburetor date code question.

Last post by preaction « 16 Oct 2019, 17:59
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by 1968XR7G » 16 Oct 2019, 09:24

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I found a holley carb on E bay in nice shape and purchased it. This carburetor has a list number of C8Of-9510-D which is correct for my hertz g...

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They are not to close both are under 2 months before your cars build date a good place to be.

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16 Oct 2019, 17:59
68 C6 vs. Toploader -> same crossmember?

Last post by GTfastbacker « 16 Oct 2019, 13:42
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by GTfastbacker » 14 Oct 2019, 08:10

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Wondering a 1968 Cougar C6 Crossmember is interchangeable with a topsider 4-Speed?

Length of the drive shaft is same for AT/ man ?

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We had 2 in stock Friday and they both sold! That never happens... They had been on the shelf for over a year.

damn. next time better sent a PM ;-)

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16 Oct 2019, 13:42
Decor Restore

Last post by 67ventwindow « 15 Oct 2019, 07:12
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by 67ventwindow » 09 Oct 2019, 13:22

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I have the decor package on my 67 and its showing its age. The padded window-lace is sagging and the padded inserts on the console the vinyl is...

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Ignore the garage in the background. The bulge is worse when seen from outside the car.

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15 Oct 2019, 07:12
Kick panel speakers on 68

Last post by RootBeerJoe « 14 Oct 2019, 22:49
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by Yorgle » 22 Mar 2012, 20:03
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My 68 xr7 kick panels have perforated sections that I always presumed were for factory speakers but when I went to install some new speakers tonight...

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Thanks David. Is the vent drop down register also an easy removal?
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14 Oct 2019, 22:49
Holley carburetor has the flu and won't stop vomiting fuel

Last post by XR7--428 « 14 Oct 2019, 12:21
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by XR7--428 » 09 Oct 2019, 19:01
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I have a Holley 4150 that won't stop regurgitating fuel out of the overflow on the front of the carb. Number stamped on the carb is C9AF-9510-N.

I...

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Unless the old float had fuel in it. (sloshes around and leaks out a little) you are going to have the same issue unless you did the o-rings on the...
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14 Oct 2019, 12:21
69 or 70 fender

Last post by sfhess « 14 Oct 2019, 11:02
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by waterlife » 11 Oct 2019, 11:00

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Hi, how can I tell the difference in 69 or 70 fender?

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If the fender is bare the hole for the marker light in the 70 is a bit bigger. The hole in the 69 has accomodations for the mounting pins for the...

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14 Oct 2019, 11:02
"The Parts Car"

Last post by pellets4fuel « 14 Oct 2019, 05:49
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by itrack » 25 Oct 2018, 16:00
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Just a quick little intro. I bought my first car back in 1997 years before I could drive, It was a 1968 Cougar. Fast forward many years and I've gone...

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1/2 over bore. Think of the power you would have :) I think you can do it! ;)
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14 Oct 2019, 05:49
Dash on standard 67, back lights not working?

Last post by rcrossen « 13 Oct 2019, 17:16
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by rcrossen » 03 Jul 2019, 00:03
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It's been awhile since I last posted but I've finally had some time to disassemble the car. What originally started as just replacing the lights on...

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Additional question. It also seems that the temp. gauge is stuck and isn't working. Any tips to debugging or fixing?
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13 Oct 2019, 17:16
Brake lights staying on

Last post by superbond « 11 Oct 2019, 19:07
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by superbond » 09 Sep 2019, 19:00

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Went for a short cruise and when I backed inside the garage turned off the car. I noticed the brake lights were staying on. I tapped the brake peddle...

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Changed the switch and all is well thanks

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11 Oct 2019, 19:07
Help Troubleshooting the Clock Light

Last post by Yorgle « 10 Oct 2019, 12:45
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by RootBeerJoe » 09 Oct 2019, 21:33

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I have a 1967 XR7 that came with a bunch of parts in the trunk including the original radio and clock for the center console. I'm prepping the car to...

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Excellent. I've learned over the years that 90% of electrical issues are due to poor ground connections, 9% are caused by user error, and the...

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10 Oct 2019, 12:45
Unattached Wire Identification Help

Last post by RootBeerJoe « 10 Oct 2019, 11:15
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by RootBeerJoe » 09 Oct 2019, 21:38

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I'm prepping the wiring for my 1967 XR7 to install the radio and clock which had been removed. After crawling under the dash and identifying all the...

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Thanks Yorgle and Steve. That's what it was. I can check it off the list of things to do. Thanks.

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10 Oct 2019, 11:15
68 XR7 Ignition wiring issue

Last post by Czechmate68 « 09 Oct 2019, 22:45
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by Czechmate68 » 04 Oct 2019, 00:33
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I replaced my ignition coil while working on my engine refresh. Everything else has been mostly completed so wanted to her fired up and running for...

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Yes, agreed but I found through my research that the tech wiring in our Cougars is the same as the Shelby so it was helpful. What was important to me...
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09 Oct 2019, 22:45
Carburetor Fire, Fire Extinguisher, What Now?

Last post by XR7--428 « 09 Oct 2019, 07:15
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by XR7--428 » 01 Oct 2019, 19:16
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I have a 69 Cougar with a 428. I just got the car and took it for a short ride around the block tonight with my 5 year old son. He was so excited. I...

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Is this the correct carburetor rebuild kit? Car is R code with original Holley carburetor. Believe it's a C9AF-9510-N

This carburetor has a fuel...
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09 Oct 2019, 07:15
'68 Cougar won't start

Last post by catlover « 07 Oct 2019, 16:40
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by blksn8k » 06 Oct 2019, 11:25

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Hey guys. My '68 Cougar recently developed some sort of electrical problem. Imagine that! Anyway, a few weeks ago I wanted to move it from one...

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There is nothing wrong with the batteries, you have a voltage draw somewhere , have you tried to jump the starter relay, use a heavy cable or jumper...

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07 Oct 2019, 16:40
Wire in trunk lid...

Last post by ssava « 04 Oct 2019, 17:25
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by ssava » 29 Sep 2019, 14:00
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We found this wire inside this hole in the trunk and my son says I think it attaches to that wire here and... so it does.
But what does it do?...

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Thanks all!
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04 Oct 2019, 17:25
no hazard or turn signals

Last post by waterlife « 04 Oct 2019, 15:55
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by edwardbeahm » 18 Sep 2019, 17:25

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I have a 67 cougar no hazard or turn signals. I have completed a bulb test and fuses are good in fuse box and inline wire fuse. I have 14 volts,...

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Thank you Don, but I have a question concerning a part I purchased from you. I bought a used # 8 -9 turn signal relay from you and only used it only...

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04 Oct 2019, 15:55

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