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The "HOW TO" Video thread

Last post by Blitz « 20 Mar 2019, 17:56
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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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Wow, I haven't updated this in a while. I'll pick and choose some of the how-to videos we've done since my last post in this thread.

Upgrading your...
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20 Mar 2019, 17:56
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
pittman arm installation

Last post by halbey « Yesterday, 22:55
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by halbey » Yesterday, 11:37

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I am installing the pittman arm on my steering box on my 69 XR7. Is there an index point or alignment procedure to properly fit the pittman arm on...

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Thank you all for the input. just temporarily setting up steering to move car around. it is now mobile.

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Yesterday, 22:55
Tail Lamp harness resistor wire

Last post by SIDEOILERCAT « Yesterday, 18:45
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by SIDEOILERCAT » 21 Apr 2019, 16:54
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I'm rewiring my 67 and I can't figure out the purpose of the pink resistor wire in the harness near the tail lamps. I will be using LED bulbs and...

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The issue is the switch. They would have to have designed and built a higher current switch to handle the current required minus the resistor. Also...
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Yesterday, 18:45
Car remains running

Last post by JnFulk « Yesterday, 18:24
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by JnFulk » 21 Apr 2019, 18:27

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I was tinkering with my carb on my '71 today and after, the car won't shut off. The keys will come out and it still runs. I have resorted to just...

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Sounds like the ignition switch had failed. Sometimes they will come apart. Does it start back up?

It started back up a couple times and now it...

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Yesterday, 18:24
Correct bolts for brake bracket?

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by JnFulk » Yesterday, 18:23

Somehow, I lost the two small bolts that hold the metal bracket to the Brake caliper. The bolts at 12:02

are these the correct bolts?

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Yesterday, 18:23
1 Wire Alternator

Last post by JETEXAS « Yesterday, 11:32
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by Tripod » Yesterday, 05:56

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I've been working on the car over the winter, not driving it, but start it once in awhile while fixing things here or there. My battery died, and...

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The alternator should ground through the bolts to the engine, but if you get a fancy painted one with powder coated brackets, etc. it doesn't always...

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Yesterday, 11:32
‘70 Medium blue knitted vinyl

Last post by 70b302cat « Yesterday, 11:26
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by 68JCode » 23 Apr 2019, 20:40

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Anyone have a picture of what the medium blue knitted vinyl in a 70 standard convertible looked like?

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pass interior.jpg What area are you looking for?

Here is a photo of my convertible.

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Yesterday, 11:26
Strut rod question

Last post by SIDEOILERCAT « 23 Apr 2019, 22:04
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by sanantonio_cougar » 23 Apr 2019, 21:00

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In the process of replacing most of the front suspension on my 68 base model and am planning to re-use the strut rods. Does the strut rod supposed to...

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Mine are bent from me carelessly using a floor jack back in the 70's. Didn't know better, I was only 5.... :liar:

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23 Apr 2019, 22:04
Replace your 1970 Ignition Switch for under $20

Last post by 70XR7Tom « 23 Apr 2019, 14:00
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by xr7g428 » 21 Feb 2018, 13:36
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If you are working on a Cougar you have probably learned that there are a great many parts that are Cougar specific. And those tend to be expensive...

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Bumping the article. Used it today. The Autozone switch is under $20. Had to order it at the store, same day delivery. The 1970 switch doesn't seem...
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23 Apr 2019, 14:00
Front drivers turn signal issue

Last post by ccarney69 « 22 Apr 2019, 17:08
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by ccarney69 » 22 Apr 2019, 10:26

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My front left blinker is not working. 69 XR7. Everything is LED and everything has been tested and worked properly. All of these tests were all done...

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Vic will test them for free and is great about warranty claims

OK thanks, I just ordered me a new one hopefully it’ll be here on Wednesday because...

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22 Apr 2019, 17:08
69 XR7 Sail Panel installation II

Last post by catlover « 22 Apr 2019, 15:52
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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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You don't judge, you pick!

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Last post by catlover
22 Apr 2019, 15:52
AC issues

Last post by Spleeah « 22 Apr 2019, 09:47
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by Spleeah » 19 Apr 2019, 13:21

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Hi all, just installed a Classic Auto Air system into my 68 which had factory air originally. An engine fire many years ago deleted everything from...

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It seems like the AC clutch should engage with AC or defrost settings, yet mine is activated by the blower switch, which seems counter-intuitive,...

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22 Apr 2019, 09:47
1968 cougar rebuild

Last post by Driftrr99 « 21 Apr 2019, 22:18
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by Driftrr99 » 07 Apr 2019, 12:46

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Last year this time I bought a 1968 Xr7 4 spd car

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As you can see it came rough and missing just a few...

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Clearances. Wow headers made it hell had to clearance for pitman arm and idler arm
And one bolt for the collector. But it is in.
Btw the pressure...

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21 Apr 2019, 22:18
daniel carpenter 4sp shifter boot????

Last post by Tomcat « 20 Apr 2019, 09:19
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by rare70cat » 14 Apr 2019, 17:11

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So what's the word on the Daniel Carpenter 4 speed shifter boot?

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Just my 2 cents. Replaced my shifter boot in 2004 when I rebuilt the car. Boot didn't last a year before it cracked again at the corners of the slot....

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20 Apr 2019, 09:19
69 XR7 door wiring harness

Last post by blaineja « 18 Apr 2019, 19:38
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by blaineja » 18 Apr 2019, 09:59

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Trying to figure out what this end is for and where does it attach. Both doors have it and it’s located at the end of the wiring harness in the door....

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Thanks for the reply. I forgot all about the door ajar light.

Jeff

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Last post by blaineja
18 Apr 2019, 19:38
reproduction hood

Last post by rockyrivermark « 18 Apr 2019, 10:40
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by rockyrivermark » 05 Apr 2019, 11:55

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1967 cougar
I heard in a thread somewhere that dynacorn was going to start stamping hoods this year.
Can anyone verify that and if so idea on...

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For the heck of it I called Dnyacorn today.
Person I talked to stated July 2019 for the hoods to be avaibale.
He then stated sometimes is it sooner...

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18 Apr 2019, 10:40
New Power Steering System

Last post by anthem75 « 17 Apr 2019, 21:25
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by anthem75 » 16 Apr 2019, 21:42
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So I'll be engaging the completely re-conditioned power steering system in my '67 GT soon. Rebuilt pump, control valve, new slave cylinder, hoses...

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No problem, after the saga you had with this steering system I hope the rest goes smoothly :beerchug:

I'm pretty confident at this point...many...
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17 Apr 2019, 21:25
Won't run

Last post by xr7g428 « 17 Apr 2019, 10:55
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by Old@Dog » 16 Apr 2019, 07:01
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Okay I give up!! Here's the story: 1969 Cougar 351 W. This was an automatic with a stock engine, auto trans, 2 barrel Carburetor and a 3:0 open...

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Old@Dog, welcome to the forum. Your frustration is well understood here. We have all been there. The hard part is to avoid being defensive when...
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17 Apr 2019, 10:55
rear drum brake replacement?

Last post by cj750 « 17 Apr 2019, 04:44
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by JnFulk » 16 Apr 2019, 20:35

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Hey all! I am new here, new to Cougars as well, so forgive any ignorance. I have come into possession of a '71 Xr-7 that I am fixing up. I have been...

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I agree with Steve68Cougar. Rear discs are one of those nice things to have, but except for a track car or other extreme performance build, not a...

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Last post by cj750
17 Apr 2019, 04:44
68 xr7 engine not cranking

Last post by Fabien « 16 Apr 2019, 09:50
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by Fabien » 11 Apr 2019, 14:12
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Hello guys, I've issue to start my 68 XR7. Engine won't crank. I've checked the NSS, my ignition switch, both are ok. I was suspecting the starter...

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Ok, so the test done yesterday were pointing issue with the ignition switch.
I hot wire my babe by jumping B to S and engine crank ! so nice to heard...
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Last post by Fabien
16 Apr 2019, 09:50
Removing third member on 8" rear end

Last post by cj750 « 16 Apr 2019, 09:25
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by JETEXAS » 15 Apr 2019, 20:37

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I've got both of my axles and wheel bearing removed from my 67. I unbolted the driveshaft. Then I loosened all the nuts holding the third member into...

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If you have a Harbor Freight Tools nearby, they sell a copper washer assortment that'll have more than you need for seven bucks or so.

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Last post by cj750
16 Apr 2019, 09:25
69 Convertible top is weak ?

Last post by waterlife « 15 Apr 2019, 18:41
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by Bluestuff » 11 Apr 2019, 03:02

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Hi guys,
I seem to have an endless list of repairs to this 69 convertible ?
The latest problem i have is the soft top is slow and strains to come all...

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Seriously consider replacing the lines while your there, at 50yrs old and very brittle not much life left in them!

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Last post by waterlife
15 Apr 2019, 18:41
Floor insulation

Last post by DieselD « 15 Apr 2019, 14:41
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by Bluestuff » 14 Apr 2019, 18:01

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Hi Guys,
I have a query on what sort/how mch insulation should i put in my 69 convert ?
There seems to be many possibilities to go with.
Im probably...

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Good question,

I think I am going to use a dynamat material on the floors with a closed cell foam on top then acc mass backed carpet, Maybe run the...

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Last post by DieselD
15 Apr 2019, 14:41
69 XR7 door wiring harness.

Last post by blaineja « 15 Apr 2019, 13:16
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by blaineja » 14 Apr 2019, 15:55

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Is there any publication on the door wiring harnesses and where to attach the harness to the inside of the door? I’m looking for the same to reattach...

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Great information. Thank you everyone.

Jeff

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15 Apr 2019, 13:16

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