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The "HOW TO" Video thread

Last post by whitelightning777 « 24 Feb 2020, 14:09
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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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It looks like it's leaking from all hoses at the valve that goes to the pump and the power cylinder.

Does trying to tighten the hoses work to fix...
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24 Feb 2020, 14:09
Everything you wanted to know about '67 Sequential Signals

Last post by matthew06320 « 03 Jan 2020, 12:32
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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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Can you tell me which wires from the directional turn signal switch connect which wires in the wiring harness at the plug I have seen many pictures...
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03 Jan 2020, 12:32
69 Convertible Illustrated Parts

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by Artic Cat » 22 minutes ago

Would any of you folks have an Illustrated Parts breakdown of the 69 convertible roof? Drivers side sequencing link upper attach hardware has decided...

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Dash Mat

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by LSR Mike » 09 Jul 2020, 12:37

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Does anyone know a Decent Dash Mat manufacturer for our cars?

all I'm getting off the Interweb is we don't make one for your car, or it will be...

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The real original DASHMAT has good non-foam backed ones. Don't buy generic copies....

Agree. Love the one for my '70 in terms of fit and...

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Painting & installing a Dashes Direct dash pad for 68 Cougar.

Last post by Al Bundy « Today, 06:45
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by Stevejono » Yesterday, 22:59

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Unfortunately I couldn't get a new dash pad that matches the interior colour of my car. It needed to be red the closest colour available was maroon....

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I’m pretty sure maroon is the correct color for a red interior.

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Today, 06:45
‘68 New Saddle Seat Vinyl – Whew.......

Last post by R.B.Phillips « Today, 06:28
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by Gaugster » Yesterday, 18:22

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Tomorrow is going to be a big day. Spent the last week taking apart and restoring the front seats. Very difficult work for a newbie such as myself....

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Bookmark this thread! Great pictures. You just keep blazing new paths through this restoration; congratulations.

That AA air freight sticker is...

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Today, 06:28
Thinking about adding tilt to my 67

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by pellets4fuel » Yesterday, 17:37

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Been exploring the option of adding tilt to my 67. There is what looks to be a really decent complete system on ebay for 1500.00.
There is also a...

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Is using only OEM parts important to you? If yes then you will need to purchase the correct 67 tilt column. If it is not so important then why not...

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Yesterday, 21:46
Big Block Removal

Last post by XR7--428 « Yesterday, 17:19
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by XR7--428 » 09 Jul 2020, 19:05

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I need to remove a 428 from a 1969 Cougar without damaging or at the least causing minimal and non-catastrophic damage to anything cosmetically or...

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1969 Car Shop Manual, Volume Two, Part 8-6, 390 & 428 Engine.
Will tell you everything you need to know.

Thanks I have the disc it's just really...

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Yesterday, 17:19
Another "overheating" thread...

Last post by Mike_B_SVT « 09 Jul 2020, 19:11
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by Mike_B_SVT » 07 Jul 2020, 20:27
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Ok, discovered my own overheating issue on Saturday at the local Cars & Coffee...

Temp gauge was at about 2/3 when I got in line to get into the...

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Thanks for the info / feedback / advice fellas, I appreciate it!

Thermostat was definitely not stuck open. Coolant didn't start flowing until the...
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09 Jul 2020, 19:11
1973 cougar help.

Last post by CatsRock « 09 Jul 2020, 15:38
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by Shelby mustang » 05 Jul 2020, 15:10

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1973 cougar help. I’ve got a 1973 cougar convertible Q code 351C, 4 speed, that I am putting back together after about 25 years. So I’m relying on my...

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Thanks for posting the diagrams

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09 Jul 2020, 15:38
Engine

Last post by Morgan « 09 Jul 2020, 15:08
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by Morgan » 27 Jun 2020, 11:09
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I have a 351 with an electronic converted distributor. Went for a cruise and the engine just stopped. It was like I had turned off the ignition. The...

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Got the 3 wire 8000 rpm tachometer installed today. Works great! Thanks to everyone that provided me some help.
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09 Jul 2020, 15:08
Factory A/C charging

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by WhiteCat69 » 09 Jul 2020, 10:22

I need some help for charging my factory a/c system. Can somebody give me some informations about the amount of refrigerant (r134a) and oil, which...

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09 Jul 2020, 10:22
C6 Shifter Linkage

Last post by R.B.Phillips « 09 Jul 2020, 09:57
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by geogus67 » 08 Jul 2020, 21:42

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Hey everybody! Does anyone have some detailed pictures of the shifter Linkage for a 67/68 for a C6. I’ve got the shifter & bucket, but need...

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Yeah, but to back up Royce, why not do it the right (and easier) way?

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09 Jul 2020, 09:57
Rear Suspension Kits

Last post by R.B.Phillips « 08 Jul 2020, 15:58
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by JacobRutherford » 08 Jul 2020, 13:10

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Hi all! I'm about to try and tackle a rear suspension overhaul on my 1970 Cougar and was wondering what parts would be best to get and if there are...

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I can recommend also Eaton Detroit, nice people who will converse email or telephonically.

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08 Jul 2020, 15:58
"The Parts Car"

Last post by itrack « 08 Jul 2020, 11:17
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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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Quarter Panel Rust Repair

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I used an old front fender I had to make the patch. Pretty cool that it worked.

Working on the trunk, my...
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08 Jul 2020, 11:17
67-73 Cougar Sequential Turn Signal Trouble Shooting Thread

Last post by Stagss62 « 07 Jul 2020, 22:32
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by Don Rush » 23 Apr 2013, 18:08
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Not a day goes by that someone does not call me with technical questions regarding Cougar / Shelby / Thunderbird sequential systems. Many are easy to...

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So I finally got time to try and diagnose the issue and I finally found it. The quarter panel had been previously replaced and the body shop that did...
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07 Jul 2020, 22:32
Brake Light Question

Last post by emsman1 « 07 Jul 2020, 22:05

by emsman1 » 07 Jul 2020, 22:05

My brake lights on my 68 XR7 will only come on when I turn on the emergency flashers.

I went through the wiring diagram and cannot figure out why...

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07 Jul 2020, 22:05
Which PS hoses?

Last post by bmwhd1 « 07 Jul 2020, 06:38
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by walterf » 01 Jul 2020, 17:31

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1973 with 351C. The vehicle has a Ford pump and a Saginaw integral power steering gear. Need guidance on which pressure and return hoses to use. Want...

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Depending on your budget, there are sources for very correct reproductions. There's a company called Factory Muscle Parts that makes very good repos....

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07 Jul 2020, 06:38
Vacuum Tank Repair...

Last post by ssava « 07 Jul 2020, 06:19
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by ssava » 01 Jul 2020, 08:57
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Hi all!
The boy and I replaced the Vacuum Actuator Seals (Thanks again Don!) and now we want to tackle the leak in the Vacuum Tank (the one in the...

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Yeah. We've tested it. But it's also my 17 year old son, so let's DOUBLE check it... just in case.
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07 Jul 2020, 06:19
Brake warning light

Last post by PacificaXR7GT « 06 Jul 2020, 23:32
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by PacificaXR7GT » 06 Jul 2020, 20:36

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If I have the switch (distribution block warning switch) plugged into the engine harness, should the dash brake warning light come on as soon as I...

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Thanks. I didn't realize the plunger had to be grounded for it to work. I'll check it again. You may have saved me from tearing into the dash to...

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06 Jul 2020, 23:32
quarter window removal

Last post by halbey « 06 Jul 2020, 23:14
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by halbey » 05 Jul 2020, 18:24

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I pulled the quarter window motor (fun!) and I am now attempting to remove the window. Not sure if window and slide come out together or if you...

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After considerable gentle blocking and levering the window came out of the guide and all is well. Hopefully the otherside is easier!

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06 Jul 2020, 23:14
Aftermarket vinyl top question.....

Last post by Mrcj001 « 06 Jul 2020, 20:57

by Mrcj001 » 06 Jul 2020, 20:57

I purchased a vinyl top from John's Classic Cougar.

The top comes in two pieces. The cut out for the back window just drapes down the sail panel...

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06 Jul 2020, 20:57
Anyone ever use -3an Braided hose for brake line?

Last post by Tripod « 06 Jul 2020, 11:08
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by Tripod » 06 Jul 2020, 06:26

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And I'm not talking just at the wheels, from the prop valve all the way to the wheel?

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Ok, wasn't sure. Saw some race cars using all braided lines, wasn't sure if that was feasible for my car. What they run is probably high tech chit.

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06 Jul 2020, 11:08
How to find shorts

Last post by xr7g428 « 06 Jul 2020, 10:51
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by xr7g428 » 05 Jul 2020, 12:40
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If your Cougar is repeatedly blowing a fuse it can be extremely frustrating. The temptation is to keep sticking bigger fuses in until the car catches...

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Excellent cheapskate tool, Bill. Here's an idea- is there enough metal to roll the ends of the add-a-tap connectors into the shape of the fuse ends...
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06 Jul 2020, 10:51
Need help to find correct 1969 1970 Correct white vinyl die

Last post by elmn8tr69 « 06 Jul 2020, 09:20
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by 428cougarguy » 03 Jul 2020, 20:39

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Having trouble locating the correct white vinyl die for a 1969 1970 white decore or comfortweave interior, so I am looking for recommendations from...

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I recently saw the walk around video of a 1970 Boss car (can't remember if it was a 302 or 428CJ car) with the white interior and remember the...

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06 Jul 2020, 09:20

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