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Everything you wanted to know about '67 Sequential Signals

Last post by cougarsunlimited.net « 26 Mar 2018, 18:40
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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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My original post on this problem was back around Feb 20th. At that time I had no turn signals and my brake lights only worked on the outside...
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26 Mar 2018, 18:40
The "HOW TO" Video thread

Last post by Blitz « 29 Jan 2016, 18:29
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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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How to replace the grille emblem on a 67-8 Cougar, and other tips on making the grille pretty / straight / etc.

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Last post by Blitz
29 Jan 2016, 18:29
Vacuum Hose location for Headlight Switch under Dash

Last post by Royce « Today, 05:36
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by ssava » Yesterday, 15:23

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Hey all. We were pulling on the hose to replace it and it popped out before we could locate it under the dash.
Can anyone tell us where the vacuum...

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That indicates a vacuum leak somewhere in the system. You can isolate it by plugging lines to the headlight motors until it stops making the sound....

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Today, 05:36
Temp guage

Last post by ssava « Yesterday, 21:54
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by ssava » 17 Apr 2018, 12:59

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Does anybody know how to remove the white piece of tape without taking off the whole dash? 3FA30838-CFCA-4F76-BAEE-07991D251F58.jpeg

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Thank you both. I’ll try from behind.

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Yesterday, 21:54
Best way to clean up fuse panel connections

Last post by Midlife « Yesterday, 17:43
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by JETEXAS » Yesterday, 08:19

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The fuse connections in my car were very coated in surface rust to the point that when I started working on it the cigarette lighter, heater fan and...

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I've found the best way is to remove the harness and glass bead blast the fuse box clips (don't forget the backside as well). Yes, this does remove...

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Yesterday, 17:43
Comfort weave seats

Last post by Blitz « Yesterday, 11:01
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by A390gt » Yesterday, 10:46

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Is there a big difference between the reproduction vinyl vs comfort weave seat covers for the 68 XR7 seats?
My x code has the comfort weave but it’s...

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Both versions are available, but if you want to stay original you might as well get the comfortweave. Up to you though. The vinyl XR-7 seat covers...

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Yesterday, 11:01
Ford-style "series" Tachometer testing

Last post by TheRktmn « Yesterday, 07:47
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by cougarsunlimited.net » 14 Apr 2018, 23:18

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I recently completed a new project so I thought I'd share some of the development information - a stand-alone Ford Tachometer Tester. Over the next...

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Mine must have the latter disease, as the car runs fine, but every so often the gauge will read only half the actual RPM. A smart rap on the dash...

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Yesterday, 07:47
sunroof headliner

Last post by CompOrange351C « 17 Apr 2018, 16:43
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by DaveK » 25 Jan 2018, 15:33

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I'm starting to think about replacing the headliner in my sunroof car.

Unfortunately, the removable sunroof panel had the headliner removed from it...

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Randy,
Thank you for the photo that shows the 2 screws. Do they screw into one of the metal tabs that hold the headlining panel at the front of the...

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17 Apr 2018, 16:43
Intellitronics Gauges and Carbon Fiber Dash

Last post by 1967 S Code « 17 Apr 2018, 05:25
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by Restomodcougar » 07 Mar 2018, 01:43
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Just took on a new project of installing an Intellitronics Create A Dash kit into a new carbon fiber dash face. Pretty impressive kit for the price...

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So done putting all the gauges together and even bought some additional LEDs like Park Brake, Battery, low oil, temp, door ajar, high and low beam....
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17 Apr 2018, 05:25
Should my ‘68 have springs Behind the window cranks?

Last post by Midlife « 16 Apr 2018, 18:39
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by Cadillacbart » 14 Apr 2018, 07:59

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Are these correct for a ‘68 Cougar? 1E8FBAEE-088A-45D4-804A-539E0BE2BBB4.jpeg

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Those springs were used on early (65/66) Mustangs to keep the door backing from interfering with the back of the window cranks.

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Last post by Midlife
16 Apr 2018, 18:39
Back firing

Last post by superbond « 16 Apr 2018, 15:13
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by superbond » 07 Apr 2018, 14:20
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So I don’t know if any of you have followed my motor rebuild issues. And if you have and replied thank you.
Well here we go again. Rebuilt my 72 351...

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Ok I check it out and let you know. Thanks
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16 Apr 2018, 15:13
Stiff Power Steering when car is hot

Last post by preaction « 15 Apr 2018, 20:26
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by CougaDan70 » 07 Jul 2017, 16:33
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Hello Aĺl,
Rebuilt the whole PS line, except the control valve, 3-4 years back and worked well since then. However this summer, I noticed that PS...

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NAPA sells the type F.
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Last post by preaction
15 Apr 2018, 20:26
Vacuum Resevoirs

Last post by ssava « 15 Apr 2018, 19:11
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by ssava » 14 Apr 2018, 11:33
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How many are there?
I always thought the one under the battery on the passenger side was it

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But diagram...

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Thanks all.
My son really wants to try and work it out. So we'll get the hand pump and see what we can track down. Should be fun... I hope.
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Last post by ssava
15 Apr 2018, 19:11
Possible Ignition Coil Upgrade?

Last post by mr 580 « 14 Apr 2018, 20:21
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by COUGRR » 14 Apr 2018, 09:13

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I am going to replace what appears to be the original ignition coil on my stock 1968 302-2V located on the top of the intake manifold. I am looking...

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Pertronix has a Power Supply Relay Kit so module receives 12v that is required on Ignitor 2 and 3. It works on Ignitor as well. Good idea to add it....

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14 Apr 2018, 20:21
Need a restorer

Last post by BurgundyXR7 « 13 Apr 2018, 15:34
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by BurgundyXR7 » 09 Apr 2018, 16:14

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Hello all,
My name is Mark. I recently purchased a 67 GT XR7. The car is is pretty nice, mostly original condition. It has original SS wheels,...

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Thank you John for taking the time on the phone for giving me your professional opinions and answering my questions.

Dave lives too far away, but he...

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Last post by BurgundyXR7
13 Apr 2018, 15:34
Fabricating a baffle

Last post by ssava « 12 Apr 2018, 15:04
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by ssava » 25 Mar 2018, 12:43
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This weeks adventure with the new engine involved a thumping noise coming from the valve cover.

These are the new West Coast Cougar valve covers I...

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Ha ha.
The engine seems to be breaking in well. The lifter noise is taking longer and longer to start up. I spoke to BLue Print today and they said...
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Last post by ssava
12 Apr 2018, 15:04
Convert 1984 Cougar from EFI to carb

Last post by JETEXAS « 12 Apr 2018, 10:27
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by leonbray » 11 Apr 2018, 18:57

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Looking for pointers

We know how to replace the manifold and throttle body with carb

Looking for ideas and gotchas including removing computer. Car...

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If it has AOD you will probably have to fabricate a new bracket for the TV cable, add the geometry corrector to the carb, and recalibrate it.

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Last post by JETEXAS
12 Apr 2018, 10:27
This is new to me..finally! Power steering teal..

Last post by Cougar Bill « 12 Apr 2018, 10:04
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by BAust » 10 Apr 2018, 11:36
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Paint.

WCCC you need to carry this ;)

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Don't forget !! The paint is 50+ years old and has faded a lot. This is why so many options exist. I stand by the correct color as PPG Dark Sapphire...
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Last post by Cougar Bill
12 Apr 2018, 10:04
1970 Rear Spoiler Trunk Lift Kit

Last post by 67429merc « 12 Apr 2018, 04:52
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by The Jugulator » 11 Apr 2018, 21:13

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Hi everyone, I seem to have run into an unexpected problem. I installed my rear spoiler, and happily mounted my trunk back to the hinges, and...

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The factory type props are reproduced.

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Last post by 67429merc
12 Apr 2018, 04:52
Throttle return bracket failure

Last post by JETEXAS « 10 Apr 2018, 13:45
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by JETEXAS » 08 Apr 2018, 20:19

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I changed out my valve cover gaskets on my 67 standard 302 this evening, and when I put things back together, the throttle return transmission...

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Well, due to lack on info on how to properly set up the factory AOD cable and my worry that the connections on the other end are just as unsafe as...

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Last post by JETEXAS
10 Apr 2018, 13:45
Carpet trimming

Last post by Charles69 « 10 Apr 2018, 13:02
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by Charles69 » 09 Apr 2018, 15:30

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How is carpet supposed to be trimmed around the kick panel and scuff plates on a 69? Mine is tucked under the kick panel on the door opening edge and...

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Thanks for the input! I'll get it trimmed up.

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Last post by Charles69
10 Apr 2018, 13:02
Holley checkvalve problem and fix

Last post by xr7g428 « 10 Apr 2018, 09:50
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by hanver » 09 Apr 2018, 04:21

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Hi guys

Been over at the other forum, but found most have moved here so thought I would post this here instead.

Now I've been have an annoying...

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Mostly I find things cracking and some shrinkage. In particular the o-rings seem to fail in a hurry.

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Last post by xr7g428
10 Apr 2018, 09:50
U Joint

Last post by Mrcj001 « 09 Apr 2018, 13:07
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by ssava » 07 Apr 2018, 11:28

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Are there any videos or tutorials for replacing this on a Cougar?
Everything I searched came up trucks.

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yes, same procedure.

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09 Apr 2018, 13:07
Need Help

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by Jim Simpson » 09 Apr 2018, 11:56

Don at WCCC suggested I ask in this chat room if anyone knows if it would be a problem swapping out the engine frame mounts on a 71 XR7 convertible...

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09 Apr 2018, 11:56
72 speedometer cable replacement

Last post by superbond « 07 Apr 2018, 14:02
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by superbond » 04 Apr 2018, 11:34

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Hey
What the easiest way to change the speedometer cable on a 72 Cougar xr7 convertible?

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Thanks

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07 Apr 2018, 14:02

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