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Everything you wanted to know about '67 Sequential Signals

Last post by gregar « 31 Oct 2019, 08:19
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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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Thanks for offering but i think i'll do it the other way round, once i have the car with the engine running etc... i'll do a video of mine and you...
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31 Oct 2019, 08:19
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
Under Hood and Trunk Lights

Last post by cj750 « Yesterday, 21:18
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by robert campbell » 06 Dec 2019, 14:22
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Hello,
Does anyone have a picture of the under hood and trunk lights for a 1969 Cougar XR7 vert? Getting close to finishing it up. Thanks for any...

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Here's a pic of my '70 trunk light, if that helps.

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Yesterday, 21:18
Power steering fluid draining

Last post by Smilodon « Yesterday, 16:33
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by superbond » 11 Dec 2019, 22:59

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So
I put power steering fluid in my pump instead of ATF.
I know I know! Now it’s wining.
What’s the best way to drain the system so I can put ATF...

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I would probably use a cheap manual pump ($9 at Wal-mart) to remove as much as you can, then disconnect the pressure line and spin it by hand to...

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Yesterday, 16:33
Exhaust Options

Last post by Smilodon « Yesterday, 14:31
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by The Jugulator » 08 Dec 2019, 19:27
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After some research into headers and exhaust and whatnot, I've got a few options and I wanted some opinions on what people thought would be best. I...

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FYI that Patriot, Doug’s and JBA share Pertronix as a parent company. They market Patriot as a value brand and I believe there is some design sharing...
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Yesterday, 14:31
351M/400 engine block cracking?

Last post by Travis98146 « 12 Dec 2019, 17:38
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by willie » 02 Dec 2019, 22:25

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I've been told this engine experiences engine block cracking pre 1977. Problem is in the water jacket above the lifter bores? Can anyone shed some...

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I'd try to find some comparative numbers of the total reported cracked blocks vs total blocks built. If the percentage is fairly low, then you may be...

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Last post by Travis98146
12 Dec 2019, 17:38
How to break in to my own car - door not unlatching

Last post by Travis98146 « 12 Dec 2019, 17:32
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by gregar » 10 Dec 2019, 11:15

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Last night as I was doing some minor work, my car decided to be hilarious. Something in the door latch mechanism must have disengaged and i'm now...

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To just get the door open to be able to check out your latch assy, you can release the door latch by reaching down to it (next to the glass runner)...

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Last post by Travis98146
12 Dec 2019, 17:32
Are suspension upgrades worth the cost?

Last post by mfc133 « 12 Dec 2019, 11:50
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by sfog273 » 09 Dec 2019, 08:02
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Anyone have any experience on installing aftermarket coil overs? Seems you can buy complete front and rear kits for around 5K give or take.
I...

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Honestly with a completely new OEM-style suspension front and rear the car feels pretty tight and responsive to me. The only thing I regret is not...
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12 Dec 2019, 11:50
Mustang Unlimited HUGE sale (GOB)

Last post by superwasp262 « 11 Dec 2019, 07:15
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by R Code » 22 Nov 2019, 18:41
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60% off every in-stock item/free shipping (orders over $50)

www.mustangsunlimited.com

I just scored a headliner for the '67 for $25, 2 Sport seats...

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They were not in boxes and just wrapped 2 together in shrink wrap!

Lol, are you sure these were from MU??? That's more than most vendors do in my...
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11 Dec 2019, 07:15
Engine pulley ID

Last post by DieselD « 10 Dec 2019, 19:46
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by DieselD » 08 Dec 2019, 16:19

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Got a question about a pulley. I don’t recognize this one belonging on my 68 302. Engine is spec’d with smog and power steering which was there when...

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Speaking of adding ac what does the aftermarket kits such as vintage air use for a crank pulley? Do they use these type of add on pulleys like Royce...

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10 Dec 2019, 19:46
Fidgety brake light switch

Last post by Gaugster « 08 Dec 2019, 09:26
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by JETEXAS » 05 Dec 2019, 08:03

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I did a power disc brake upgrade last year and swapped out the pedal and brake light switch when I did it. Got flagged down yesterday and told I have...

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I have a 68 and experienced something similar. At first I took the old switch off. Cleaned it up and sprayed with contact cleaner. With a ohms meter...

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Last post by Gaugster
08 Dec 2019, 09:26
Swapped under dash harness, car won't start

Last post by Royce « 07 Dec 2019, 19:14
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by rcrossen » 10 Nov 2019, 18:14
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Hi all, after what seemed like lot's of electrical problems: initially signals not working, dash not working, heater core, etc. I decided to start...

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There are multiple places where the ground connection can cause this sort of trouble. Coming to mind are the voltage regulator to radiator core...
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Last post by Royce
07 Dec 2019, 19:14
How afraid should i be to remove the vinyl top

Last post by Travis98146 « 07 Dec 2019, 18:01
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by Felix » 07 Dec 2019, 08:08

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I bought the car about a year ago it looks like a fairly new top but I’d rather not have it. I have a small leak at the base of the rear window near...

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Generally, you can eyeball the top at an angle with good light and see if there are imperfections in the surface (which would indicate an older vinyl...

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Last post by Travis98146
07 Dec 2019, 18:01
67 Headlights dont function

Last post by JC_67_Cougar « 06 Dec 2019, 20:54
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by JC_67_Cougar » 08 Nov 2019, 22:50

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All of the exterior lights work on my vehicle. Up front, There is no power at the headlights but my parking lights and turn signals both work. I'm...

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update update!!

So I swapped out the old headlight switch for the new headlight switch (purchased from WCCC) and guess what.....? Now I have...

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Last post by JC_67_Cougar
06 Dec 2019, 20:54
FMX Fluid Capacity - Pan Only

Last post by cyclonelou « 06 Dec 2019, 19:37
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by leonbray » 06 Dec 2019, 16:13

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Just had the FMX out to fix leaking seals. There are some conflicting info about the pan capacity - 4 or 5 US quarts

Is Mark Piechowski still...

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Sitting level,up to operating temperature.Parking brake on,run through all gears 3-4 times. Normal level is halfway between ADD & FULL to allow for...

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Last post by cyclonelou
06 Dec 2019, 19:37
Upholstery review with Carid.com

Last post by Karlaadidas « 06 Dec 2019, 09:29
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by Karlaadidas » 06 Dec 2019, 03:15

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:whistle: My review for the upholstery I ordered from carid. I loved it!! 10++ paid 620 in total with shipping. I installed it myself I got tired of...

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Yes I bought a roll of burlap on Amazon for $20 I used wire hangers from the .99 cents store. I had to place one down into the channels and hold it...

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Last post by Karlaadidas
06 Dec 2019, 09:29
fixing the windshield washer

Last post by Cavallino « 05 Dec 2019, 21:26
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by whitelightning777 » 30 Nov 2019, 16:47

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Just when I was about to get my 1968 Cougar inspected by the people's republic of Maryland, my washer stopped working. I filled up the fluid...

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Most likely a failed diaphragm on the pedal pump but worth disconnecting the hose before before the little tee hose connector and pump the peddle at...

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Last post by Cavallino
05 Dec 2019, 21:26
67 Wheel Bearings and Races

Last post by Royce « 04 Dec 2019, 09:05
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by The Jugulator » 09 Nov 2019, 15:07

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So, after a while of trying to get the right rotors for my 70 I found out that the previous owner changed the setup to 67 front disc. I just got new...

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Many / most of the drum to disc conversion kits use 1967 styled components because the '67 stuff was designed to bolt to the same drum brake spindle....

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04 Dec 2019, 09:05
Muffler hangers - dual vs single exhaust

Last post by BossElim69 « 02 Dec 2019, 15:46
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by PacificaXR7GT » 02 Dec 2019, 10:49

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I'm planning to replace my exhaust (1968 dual exhaust 390 GT) with the OEM-style available at WCCC. Along with that, I'm planning to restore my...

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I don’t see any reason why you can’t do that. I would give it a try.

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02 Dec 2019, 15:46
69 COUGAR Sunroof Progress

Last post by MadMerc3 « 02 Dec 2019, 13:05
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by MadMerc3 » 02 Dec 2019, 07:17

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Yes 25 amp will be wired in ....Thanks !

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02 Dec 2019, 13:05
Does anyone have a detailing guide for a 1970 351C engine with color pictures?

Last post by CompOrange351C « 02 Dec 2019, 08:55
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by CompOrange351C » 08 Nov 2019, 11:13

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I searched for engine detailing under the above heading as I was advised to do by a gentleman at WCCC and found 110 matches, but I did not see any...

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:D Thank you 3_Speegle!!! I appreciate your specific answers and the very helpful photos!!! I believe that what you have posted has answered the rest...

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02 Dec 2019, 08:55
Climate Controls...

Last post by ssava « 02 Dec 2019, 07:22
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by ssava » 30 Nov 2019, 11:07

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Hi all!
Any chance someone has a diagram of the vacuum system hook ups to the climate controls for the 67 XR7?
Our blue shop manual book doesn't seem...

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I strongly suggest you replace all the vac hoses. They tend to crack after 50 years. I tried years ago to reuse the old hoses on a customer cat. All...

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Last post by ssava
02 Dec 2019, 07:22
Hurst Shifter Question

Last post by Cougar Bill « 01 Dec 2019, 11:41
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by 68JCode » 27 Nov 2019, 14:12

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I have a Toploader with a Hurst shifter that I want to put in the ‘70 convertible. The trans is tagged for a ‘71 Mustang and appears to have an...

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Get a rebuild kit. It comes w/ the shims you mention. (left side of pic. They are spring steel or stainless and have pressed detents.) These get...

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01 Dec 2019, 11:41
Wacked steering column

Last post by Royce « 01 Dec 2019, 08:05
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by 8F91F » 26 Jul 2015, 16:53
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Now that I can drive my 68 again, I note that the steering wheel/column has an odd bit of play: it sags at the under-dash mounting bracket. But the...

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The pedal / steering column brackets originally were bare metal. Yours is painted black, and it has a service parts decal on it, which means it has...
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Last post by Royce
01 Dec 2019, 08:05
1967 Spindles, is my set usable or total garbage?

Last post by kingair42 « 30 Nov 2019, 08:03
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by kingair42 » 29 Nov 2019, 16:19

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Just took the spindles off my 67 Cougar 390 with drum brakes, as I understand these spindles will work with a disc brake conversion.
However, I...

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Thanks! I had a feeling that might be the case. Just went and ordered a good set on eBay, did cost a bit but now there’s one less thing to worry...

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30 Nov 2019, 08:03

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