The GT-E was only available for a few brief months in 1968. Total production would not have kept the assembly line busy for more than a half day. If you know anything about a GT-E, it is important, and this is the place to share it. The GT-E registry is maintained by Jim Pinkerton.
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Idaho GTE
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68 hertz » 29 Nov 2019, 14:33
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On face book mercury cougar somebody picked up what appears to be a 428
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The new owner is actively looking for a date code correct block. Let me know if you have one and I will put him in contact with you.
He has located...
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Last post by silverton_ford
16 Jan 2020, 13:51
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Show Car XR7 Upholstery
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Al Bundy » 18 Mar 2019, 09:01
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I had the pleasure of being hosted by Phil Parcells last week and got to see his cars along with #38. Phil has the original seats for his...
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Interesting question. There was a (Nordic?) blue GT-E show car produced that was on the other Cougar forum at least ten years ago. It had...
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Last post by TomL
12 Jan 2020, 07:35
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Holley List 4088, C8AF-9510-AD, on ebay
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Flasheart » 24 Apr 2016, 13:10
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Nice pick up with this Holley List 4088 with 7A2 date code. The ebay listing was only active for a few minutes before someone found it and bought...
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im posting pictures on the GTE facebook page its easier then doing it on here.
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Last post by proford1
08 Jan 2020, 15:07
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427 Engine Assembly Stamping
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warwick » 06 Jan 2020, 06:36
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What stampings are on the passenger side front of the engine where the assembly date is typically stamped on your 427?
My engine has X5.
Do you...
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Small block assembly inspector date stamps are near the front. FE are towards the rear as in my photos.
I never even thought about it. As a kid I...
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Last post by Royce
07 Jan 2020, 06:07
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Replacement 427 Block tag on eBay
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Royce » 15 Dec 2019, 10:31
If you purchased a replacement 427 GT-E engine block from the Ford or Mercury dealer in 1968 it would have this tag bolted to it. It's not original...
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Last post by Royce
15 Dec 2019, 10:31
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Intake Painted?
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proford1 » 27 Oct 2019, 09:39
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My intake was painted and im pretty sure it was factory paint (no one else could have ran the paint that much) but i see some restored cars with the...
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I have a really nice one of these (the intake) if anyone is interested. $650. 248 867-3522
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Last post by 427XR7
13 Nov 2019, 15:44
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GT-E paint scheme.
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GTfastbacker » 19 Oct 2019, 08:48
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Hello,
anyone takes pictures of there GT-E inside without upholstery?
I like to see where the original paint goes and where the argent stops.
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that's what i am looking for!
Thank you Royce!
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Last post by GTfastbacker
21 Oct 2019, 14:15
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Carb spacer on the GTE 427?
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Flasheart » 29 Aug 2014, 17:45
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Guys,
Did the GTE 427 come with a carb spacer like the CJ? (I am suspecting not, given the hood clearances)
My car has a non original carb and is...
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A several more where made wccc will have them.
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Last post by 68 hertz
17 Oct 2019, 09:43
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GT-E Introductory Show Car 500033
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Al Bundy » 07 Feb 2019, 16:06
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This is a bit premature since I don't have a lot to show yet, but I couldn't wait any longer. About 4 months ago I realized I had to do something...
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No worries, it’s the correct color. And yes that’s the original balancer.
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Last post by Al Bundy
25 Sep 2019, 06:27
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Please read me the story
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427XR7 » 25 Jul 2019, 07:59
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What's your take?
Ray Bischoff
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I have couple like that. They come from a service replacement block. Kevin reproduces engine tags. Similar but not the same thing. This type of tag...
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Last post by Royce
25 Jul 2019, 14:37
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Detailing the Engine Compartment.
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GTfastbacker » 10 Jun 2014, 14:39
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Detailing the Engine Compartment.
Any suggestions?
The missing Smog setup i will install next weeks.
Blue is a special mixed colour taken from a low...
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Reviving this thread again for opinions. Well hopefully definitive answers not opinions.
The Cobra Jet detailing guide lists bolts for exhaust...
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Last post by Al Bundy
23 Jul 2019, 11:53
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Wiring starter selenoid to generator - special on a GT-E ?
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GTfastbacker » 22 Jul 2019, 00:16
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i am confused since the Wiring on my car seams to be a homemade and I found different types in Web.
Is Mustang FE usable for the Cougar?
What will...
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The Mustang wiring harness won't work. Vic sells brand new ones that do work. This one contains the alternator / voltage regulator wiring:...
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Last post by GTfastbacker
22 Jul 2019, 06:26
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427 2 groove generator pulley
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GTfastbacker » 21 Jul 2019, 10:48
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today i get a bad message. My 2 groove generator pulley gets lost.... shop is full of sorry but is gone. misplaced, lost in nirwhana...
Anyone can...
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+1 on Dead Nuts, PLUS, it's the correct color
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Last post by cobrasc427
21 Jul 2019, 17:06
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Help identifying block
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akfordman » 03 Jul 2019, 23:31
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This is the date code on a 427 side oiler hydraulic lifter block I'm looking at buying.
It looks to be a 72 service block date coded to Jan 27th....
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Sounds like a deal you better grab before the guy changes his mind. I would find a different machinist, the last guy didn't do you any favors....
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Last post by Royce
05 Jul 2019, 07:00
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Interior Restoration Advice
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1968JonnyVinyl » 04 Jul 2019, 09:52
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I am acquiring pieces for my GTE restoration that I hope to start this coming winter. There are a few interior items I am looking to replace or have...
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Large sized cotton polishing wheel on a variable speed dremel on as slow a speed as I could manage.
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Last post by akfordman
04 Jul 2019, 20:15
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Leaf Spring Retainer
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Al Bundy » 03 Jun 2019, 08:58
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Is this the correct one for a GT-E?
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Yes. The GT-E uses the same leaf springs as the GT.
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Last post by Royce
03 Jun 2019, 13:11
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427 v. 428
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HarstenePointe » 16 Jan 2019, 19:58
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Does anyone have any actual and honest performance numbers comparing the 427 and 428 engines? I certainly know the factory horsepower ratings, etc.,...
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Lots of 427 powered Ford and Mercury and Shelby vehicles were engineered and planned for 1968 model year. Then all those plans were cancelled when...
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Last post by Royce
28 May 2019, 13:08
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GTE Project
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robert campbell » 07 Sep 2018, 16:44
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Dudes,
Bart has swung a deal to buy the black GTE Marti verified VIN number 8F93W549987. This car was the caretaker of the engine that was original...
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The Marti report says it is. This adds nothing to the value in my opinion. Most cars are 1 of 1 based on some factoid. Desirability is not affected...
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Last post by Royce
20 May 2019, 08:40
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XR 7 Seat Cover - i am confused
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GTfastbacker » 23 Mar 2019, 15:28
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I checked both of my 68 XR-7 and i have to say, i am confused.
The Front seats around the ripped parts of Seat and Back rest appears to be minimal...
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Exactly right, and this is the reason no one would ever correctly reproduce the original seat covers for an XR-7. It would look odd, like it did...
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Last post by DieselD
19 May 2019, 10:12
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Original tires
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HarstenePointe » 16 Apr 2019, 20:13
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I bought a reproduction window sticker from Martiauto for my GTE. F542AAB7-34A5-4BF4-8D90-432CC421E839.jpeg
Any thoughts on how to read the line...
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The rules at Mercury were different for the 428CJ because you could get either a 4 speed manual or a C6 automatic transmission. There is one window...
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Last post by Royce
05 May 2019, 14:47
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C8AZ-9A589-C Carburetor spacer plate
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7.0 Litre Kid » 06 Nov 2017, 22:23
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C8AZ-9A589-C
Part lists 390 GT, 427 application
Anyone have an extra?
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It is .036 stainless steel.
You could use the gasket as a pattern other than the tabs. I don't have any measurements. Two of my cars had that. I...
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Last post by Royce
15 Mar 2019, 19:58
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Mecum Red GTE Engine Rebuild
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robert campbell » 21 Oct 2018, 10:53
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All,
Thought I would start a new thread for Bart Lovely's numbers match Red GTE. I will receive the numbers matching motor this Tuesday, 23 October...
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Honestly - what a gorgeous frickin' automobile the Mercury Cougar is.
Looks and sounds awesome Rob!! :beerchug:
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Ditto on both counts!
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Last post by SPLINEHEAD
18 Feb 2019, 06:49
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GTE Paint Layout
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1967 S Code » 06 Jan 2019, 10:25
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I’ve looked and I’ve been unsuccessful in finding images of a GTE restoration showing the argent/light gray paint layout. I know by looking at...
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Agree - Pinstripes were white or black. Nordic blue got white pin stripes. Very few light colored cars got black stripes, for example Saxony Yellow...
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Last post by Royce
17 Feb 2019, 17:01
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Red GT-E - Mecum Indy - May 2018
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Mike_B_SVT » 14 May 2018, 10:17
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Not sure which one this is. Came across it this morning, and didn't see a recent mention of GT-E's coming to auction. If this is the rebody car, I'll...
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The inside of both door skins have the sound deadener and look very original. Pretty sure of what I will find. All sheet metal so far has correct...
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Last post by robert campbell
01 Feb 2019, 21:11
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Last post by Royce
08 Jan 2019, 16:10
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