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Everything you wanted to know about '67 Sequential Signals

Last post by coachJack « 21 Jun 2018, 10:07
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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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The turn signal switch contains 2 power input circuits, circuit J10 (Green-Red) powers the emergency flashers and circuit J8 (Orange-Yellow) powers...
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21 Jun 2018, 10:07
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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29 Jan 2016, 18:29
Fuel Level Sending Unit

Last post by Singlemalt « 13 Oct 2018, 21:48
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by Singlemalt » 09 Oct 2018, 22:16
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I did search, but I didn't find anything. Perhaps this has been brought up before, but I couldn't find it. So, I have a non working gas gauge on my...

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Here 'ya go: Selling V1.4 now and they are $125 shipped. Please contact me with any questions and/or to place an order.

Regards,

Robert

Thanks...
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13 Oct 2018, 21:48
71-73 rear quarters

Last post by superbond « 12 Oct 2018, 17:21

by superbond » 12 Oct 2018, 17:21

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Does anyone know where I could find left and right rear quarter panels. I have a convertible, don’t think there’s a difference between hard top...

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12 Oct 2018, 17:21
A/C troubleshooting - 68

Last post by hesmytaxguy « 12 Oct 2018, 13:55
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by hesmytaxguy » 10 Oct 2018, 16:46

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What are the normal troubleshooting steps to check an A/C problem with a gradual output temperature increase?

There is a new compressor,...

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Thanks. The shop I use did send it on to one specializing in A/C and fortunately (?) the A/C lost it's charge while it was there so they at least...

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12 Oct 2018, 13:55
Bumper fitment problems

Last post by sfhess « 12 Oct 2018, 10:46
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by pellets4fuel » 10 Oct 2018, 20:59
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Finally getting to installing my rechromed front bumper from WCCC. Beautiful chrome, but having trouble to get it to fit right under the drivers side...

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Mine lines up perfectly on the driver's side but the passenger side sticks out.
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12 Oct 2018, 10:46
1968 XR7 interior color scheme

Last post by rdefrancisco « 12 Oct 2018, 05:03
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by PacificaXR7GT » 08 Sep 2018, 08:25

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Can anybody tell me what the correct color scheme for my interior would be?

1968 Dark Ivy gold XR7 with manual console.

I believe my seats, door...

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Sounds good. My seatbelts are actually light, so everything is correct. I am going to do the console base dark, pad light.

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12 Oct 2018, 05:03
Steering wheel replacement

Last post by Local Hero « 11 Oct 2018, 19:05
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by Felix » 11 Oct 2018, 17:54

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I just acquired a 68 XR7 from the original family that purchased it new. It is in good shape but the Texas sun has done its damage.
I am looking to...

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I used an aftermarket unit from Grant. I don't have a number as I bought this thing about 30 years ago. It has really no dish. I, too, wanted more...

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11 Oct 2018, 19:05
Cranks but no start !

Last post by Stevie Cougar « 11 Oct 2018, 09:58
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by Stevie Cougar » 09 Oct 2018, 08:41
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1968 Cougar,302-2V
Original Owner, purchased by my sister in 1968.
Recently restored. Car was running great on way home from a Concours d’Elegance...

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THE COUGAR STARTS !
As recommended, I started tracing wires from the firewall and discovered a loose connection on the Battery side of the coil. The...
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11 Oct 2018, 09:58
Windshield washer pump assembly

Last post by PacificaXR7GT « 10 Oct 2018, 22:57

by PacificaXR7GT » 10 Oct 2018, 22:57

Found this write-up helpful when I had to fix a leak in my foot pedal pump.

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10 Oct 2018, 22:57
Best Coolant ?

Last post by cyclonelou « 10 Oct 2018, 16:33
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by ddurden@stx.rr.com » 09 Oct 2018, 21:35

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There are so many coolants out there and I was wondering if anybody has any thoughts about what would be best for my engine. Im curious because I’ve...

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I've run distilled water ,50/50, with anti-freeze for years on engines w/aluminum heads and manifolds and have had no problems The current labels say...

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10 Oct 2018, 16:33
Thermostat help

Last post by Don Rush « 10 Oct 2018, 14:43
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by PacificaXR7GT » 09 Oct 2018, 20:56

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My 68 390 GT manual transmission non-A/C has always run at about 2/3 to the red on the temp gauge. I recently installed a three core radiator with...

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Keep in mind the thermostat opens within a mile or two and its job is done, it just stays open from there on out unless you are driving in extreme...

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10 Oct 2018, 14:43
Garage lift

Last post by Don Rush « 10 Oct 2018, 13:18
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by PacificaXR7GT » 10 Oct 2018, 13:04

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Anybody have/use one of these?

They’re on sale at Costco right now and I’m considering it since I’m never getting an actual lift into my one car...

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I would watch craigslist... Lots of folks start with those and then upgrade, I see them for $500 once in awhile.

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10 Oct 2018, 13:18
70 Cougar AOD conversion w/ FMX tranny question

Last post by 9F91H581221 « 10 Oct 2018, 05:47
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by lithi78 » 30 Mar 2015, 15:55
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I have a 70 Cougar with a 351 Cleveland 4bbl and a FMX tranny… man it is gas guzzler… Has anyone done a AOD conversion and if so what are the...

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Pretty much.
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10 Oct 2018, 05:47
Cam swap

Last post by 1969XR7Vert « 09 Oct 2018, 18:15
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by superbond » 06 Oct 2018, 21:24
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I have a 72 351cleveland 2v. I’ve rebuilt the motor and put a 4v manifold for 2v heads. Running a Holley 600, header and a comp cam 268H in it. I had...
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09 Oct 2018, 18:15
HVAC vacuum actuators

Last post by SPLINEHEAD « 09 Oct 2018, 05:36
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by ddurden@stx.rr.com » 07 Oct 2018, 20:17

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I’ve serviced my heater box...67GT. And reassembling. Decided to look at vacuum on the actuators...there are 4 in total. I pump them up to 20 and...

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Important lesson learned-just because something's new in the box doesn't mean it's right. That's life in the real world.

Yup...many marriages fail...

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09 Oct 2018, 05:36
Radio wiring.

Last post by mainmansam « 09 Oct 2018, 04:20
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by mainmansam » 07 Oct 2018, 19:35

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I bought a 71 Mercury radio to shorten the shafts to fit my new 69 XR7 and I hope somebody can tell me what this white wire goes to. Also. The part...

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Thanks. Yea quite the splice job. LOL. The speaker wires are correct . It’s the power source I’m wondering about. I’m thinking that I need a pigtail...

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09 Oct 2018, 04:20
Panels behind rear seat?

Last post by sfhess « 08 Oct 2018, 13:53
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by ddurden@stx.rr.com » 07 Oct 2018, 17:35

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Doing a re-restoration on my 67GT. I have all the interior out and noticed something had been attached at one point behind the rear seat which I am...

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Also if your purpose is to keep gasoline/fire out of the passenger compartment in case of collision you need to seal all the openings in the package...

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08 Oct 2018, 13:53
Turn signal question

Last post by dbenney « 08 Oct 2018, 13:13
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by dbenney » 08 Oct 2018, 12:33

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So.. I have a 67 and found it the dash harness has been swapped out with a 68 harness. I found this out when I went to install a new signal switch...

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So what else is different besides the harness and signal switch?

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08 Oct 2018, 13:13
68 front marker light lenses

Last post by DieselD « 06 Oct 2018, 23:06
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by DieselD » 13 Jul 2018, 09:16
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Anyone making reproductions of the front marker lenses in the fenders? I have not been able to track down anything but used down in my searches. Most...

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Got mine on today, much needed replacement part!
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06 Oct 2018, 23:06
Dash and headlights flash on and off

Last post by superbond « 06 Oct 2018, 20:58
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by superbond » 15 Sep 2018, 20:23

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The other night the family and I were out for a cruise in the convertible (72). I had been driving with the running lights on for a couple hours...

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Order one from Napa. Changed it and it seemed to be working fine thanks

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Last post by superbond
06 Oct 2018, 20:58
Styled Steel Wheels

Last post by fisherman74017 « 06 Oct 2018, 19:41
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by fisherman74017 » 02 Oct 2018, 14:10

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Does anyone make a 16 Styled Steel Wheel that will fit a 68? I want it to look as original as possible. The 16 tires are less expensive. Or should I...

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Will they clear the original disk brakes on the front? Offset?

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06 Oct 2018, 19:41
Heater box flap

Last post by ddurden@stx.rr.com « 05 Oct 2018, 18:43
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by ddurden@stx.rr.com » 05 Oct 2018, 10:24

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I’m servicing this heater box 1967. Wish to replace the rusted flap in bottom that allows air to pass through heater core. WCCC does not have...

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Well, i couldn’t get it apart without breaking because it was rusted on so badly....decided to treat it with rust treatment....the stuff that turns...

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05 Oct 2018, 18:43
69 390 negative battery cable attaching point

Last post by Sounnder « 04 Oct 2018, 15:57
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by Sounnder » 04 Oct 2018, 14:44

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SO I'm having a hard time finding the location on my block where I can connect the negative battery cable. The previous owner attached it to one of...

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This car has been strangely abused in the past. NOTHING on it hasn't been altered. I actually found a brass filler neck being used as a spacer on the...

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04 Oct 2018, 15:57
86 guel shut off switch

Last post by R.B.Phillips « 04 Oct 2018, 07:15
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by Vince41571 » 03 Oct 2018, 09:25

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I have looked everywhere i can think of th find the fuel shut off switch with no luck. Does anyone know where it is located on an 86 cougar?

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Me also! Look up for the T-Bird, then. Duh!

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04 Oct 2018, 07:15

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