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Topic: My '66
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-20-2006 05:19 PM
 
I wanted to share some photos.
www.randrews.mustangsandmore.wsThis is a car my son and I rebuilt.
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68 Coop
Gearhead Posts: 5847
From: Mesquite, NV. 89027
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted 11-20-2006 05:27 PM
Welcome to M&M! Wow, what a difference from what you started with. Car looks awesome, and you 2 should be very proud.  ------------------
William
M&M# 4256
MCA# 64831 68 Coupe
289
C4
3:55's/Trac-Lok
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 22791
From: Reno Nv M&M #1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 11-20-2006 05:30 PM
"This is a car my son and I rebuilt."
Now thats what it's all about! 
Very nice work the looks great.------------------
oddly obsessed with big scoops on little Mustangs HOOD HACKERS DELIGHT!
My Pics 13.563 @ 108.64
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-20-2006 05:35 PM
Thanks guys. It was a long road, but it turned out great.
Fastymz, that's a nice car! quote:
Originally posted by Fastymz:
"This is a car my son and I rebuilt."
Now thats what it's all about!
Very nice work the looks great.
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65darkhorse
Gearhead Posts: 1282
From: east coast
Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 11-20-2006 07:25 PM
nice! this is some friend you have ...
http://www.randrews.mustangsandmore.ws/images/100_1915.jpg
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 22791
From: Reno Nv M&M #1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 11-20-2006 07:44 PM
quote:
Originally posted by 65darkhorse:
nice! this is some friend you have ...
http://www.randrews.mustangsandmore.ws/images/100_1915.jpg
With friends like why would you ever go home? 
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oddly obsessed with big scoops on little Mustangs HOOD HACKERS DELIGHT!
My Pics 13.563 @ 108.64
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-20-2006 07:48 PM
Acually...yes. We had started this 66. The car was kid-a in libo. We were introduced by another friend of mine. My son and I went over to his .....nice house. After having a few beers....looking around at his beautiful cars. GTO, Cuda, Shelby #3 built (Polished Aluminum), Ferarri, Ford GT 300, and multiple Mustangs. I got the hair up my A** to get busy on our junker. He was a hell of an inspiration to me.
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-20-2006 07:51 PM
Believe me, it brings tears to your eyes when you walk in the garage. It's awesome!
Seriously! My eyes watered up. A beautiful site.
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 48752
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 11-20-2006 07:51 PM
Wow, nice work! Welcome to M&M. ------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 - '70 Mustang Convertible - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150 XL
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-20-2006 07:56 PM
Thanks Steve.
I found this site about 4 months ago. I looked at every car on the photo site. It really help us work out some issues surround the rebuild. Also, Dallas Mustang's right across the highway from us. That a great bunch of individuals there. I appreciate the welcome from everyone!
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-20-2006 08:05 PM
Steve, how do I get a couple of photos on the main members photo site? I'd like that previlege if possible.
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68 Coop
Gearhead Posts: 5847
From: Mesquite, NV. 89027
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted 11-20-2006 08:50 PM
I not trying to butt in here, but you need 100 posts to become a gearhead, then you get a page.------------------
William
M&M# 4256
MCA# 64831 68 Coupe
289
C4
3:55's/Trac-Lok
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 22791
From: Reno Nv M&M #1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 11-20-2006 08:56 PM
quote:
Originally posted by 68 Coop:
I not trying to butt in here, but you need 100 posts to become a gearhead, then you get a page.
Heck you only need another 94 posts. That would take a good two days or so for some of us. ------------------
oddly obsessed with big scoops on little Mustangs HOOD HACKERS DELIGHT!
My Pics 13.563 @ 108.64
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68 Coop
Gearhead Posts: 5847
From: Mesquite, NV. 89027
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted 11-20-2006 09:21 PM
Yep, here lately I'm averaging about 15 post per day, unless there's a friendly discussion I don't totally agree with. ------------------
William
M&M# 4256
MCA# 64831 68 Coupe
289
C4
3:55's/Trac-Lok
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-20-2006 09:21 PM
That's cool. Thanks for the info. I'll continue to discuss topics until I get to 100 posts.
I just added to our web site. I must thank M&M for the tools for me to allow others to view what my son and I have just accomplished. We really feel great about this car.
Thanks M&M!
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-20-2006 09:38 PM
The only thing that doesn't work on this Pony are the Emegency Flashers. It's the switch. Where do I find one or is there a substitute switch I can get?
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FSTBK65
Gearhead Posts: 483
From: Salem, Virginia 24153
Registered: May 2004
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posted 11-20-2006 10:52 PM
Very Nice!
I know what its like to build a car with my dad. We built my fastback from the ground up. It took us about two years, but the time that we spent and the things that he taught me can never be taken away.
If you, or my dad had just given the car to their son, it would not mean as much as building it and putting your "blood, sweat and tears" into it means. I am sure your son feels the same way. I had a guy try to trade me an 03 Cobra straight up for the Fastback. I asked him what his car would be worth in 2 years. And then I asked him what mine would be worth in 2 years. "More than it is now." But its not about the money anyway. That car has too much sentimental value. My dad and I also built a 65 fastback for my brother. He's not as into it as I am, but he enjoys the car. One day if he decides to sell it, it will be sitting in my garage. But anyway, Welcome aboard!
That coupe turned out great. I love the motor. That's how they are supposed to look. The interior is gorgeous! Great work and glad to have you here! ------------------
65 fastback. 302, Paxton Supercharger 7PSI, Edelbrock heads and intake,flowtechs with cutouts, x pipe and 2.5in flows. 4 speed. 449rwhp and 410ft lbs through the mufflers on 93 octane. 7.7 @ 94.7 mph 1/8 mi, 1.84 60ft. [This message has been edited by FSTBK65 (edited 11-20-2006).]
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Bulldog66
Journeyman Posts: 96
From: Lake City, Fl.
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 06:19 AM
quote:
Originally posted by rca:
The only thing that doesn't work on this Pony are the Emegency Flashers. It's the switch. Where do I find one or is there a substitute switch I can get?
NPD has it. Part number - 13A350-2 A bit pricy at 188.00 but I rekon its not a common repo item. Oh and welcome to M&M  ------------------
66' A code 289 Coupe.
95' F250 5.8 on 6" of Rancho lift and 35" MT Baja's.
06' Explorer - wifes truck.
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 06:42 AM
Hey Bulldog66, thanks. exlocal found it at Metro Auto Parts Market. $41.99. Dallas Mustang didn't know where to get it.
This forum's great. Eveyone here is fantastic! Thanks for the welcoming!
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 06:48 AM
FSTBK65, Thanks, and it sounds like you have a great family. I had never even thought of doing something like this. When Jake mentioned this, I didn't know what to say. It took me awhile to convence myself that I might be able to do this. FSTBK66, is there a link to any photos of yours?
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gjz30075
Gearhead Posts: 105
From: Roswell, Ga.
Registered: Apr 2004
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posted 11-21-2006 07:23 AM
RCA, welcome to the forum. I noticed you had put some sticky, non-dynamat stuff up in the roof. I'm wanting to do that too but I'm afraid of it falling down over time. What was the brand you used?
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 07:48 AM
gjz30075, I was looking at the DynoMat and was totally taken buy the cost of it. Then the guy that did my Headliner told me to go to DFW Roofing Supply. It's a Heat/Cold barrier product you place on the decking of your house. It has a sticky base tar with an aluminum over it. You pull off a thin layer to expose the sticky. IT'S STUCK FOR GOOD! It's not coming off.....ever!
Manufactured by: Polyguard Products, Ennis, TX 972-875-8421, It's just called "Peel N Stick". Check with a roofing supply place, they might have it, or want to know about it. $60.00, I covered the whole inside of the car, roof, sides, floorboard and I still have some left over. DynoMat wanted like $350.00 for a few sheets. This is very simular. Let me know if you need anything else.
RCA
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68 Coop
Gearhead Posts: 5847
From: Mesquite, NV. 89027
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted 11-21-2006 09:11 AM
I just wonder how it would hold up to 120* summers out here in the desert? I bet the roof of my car gets almost hot enough to fry an egg on those days. The patch jobs on the streets/highways get soft enough to pull pieces of the tar off.  Cool idea though, I bet it's as quiet as the new cars as far as ride noise.------------------
William
M&M# 4256
MCA# 64831 68 Coupe
289
C4
3:55's/Trac-Lok
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 09:17 AM
I was told once I apply it, to use a hair dryer and it would make it stick better. I didn't because once it's applied, it's stuck like chuck. I just rubbed it down really good. It will probably be okay in the the hottest of heat.
It takes the Tin Can effect out of it.
RCA
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66 fastback
Gearhead Posts: 223
From: Califon, NJ 07830
Registered: Oct 2003
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posted 11-21-2006 09:44 AM
Congrats, very nice job on the car.No tar like smell from that stuff?
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 09:50 AM
Thanks,
And there's no smell at all from the tar. The glue they used for the Headliner stunk for a few weeks, but that stink is gone.
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68 Coop
Gearhead Posts: 5847
From: Mesquite, NV. 89027
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted 11-21-2006 10:18 AM
Another item to add to the list. Thanks for the idea, it's an excellent one.
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 10:31 AM
68 Coop, are you restoring one?------------------
Step On It Until You Smell Stink!
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mustangboy
Gearhead Posts: 1343
From: Ont, Canada
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 11-21-2006 10:51 AM
Great Job!------------------
68 J-Code,Sprint,306 4 speed,4.11s 13.69@101...............
66 coupe 289 4 speed, 3.20 cruiser http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/MembersPics/mustangboy.html http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/MembersPics/mustangboy2.html
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 10:57 AM
Thanks, that's a nice ride you've got too.------------------
Step On It Until You Smell Stink!
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68 Coop
Gearhead Posts: 5847
From: Mesquite, NV. 89027
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted 11-21-2006 03:09 PM
quote:
Originally posted by rca:
68 Coop, are you restoring one?
Slowly, very slowly, but it's coming along. Garage space is my biggest obstacle right now, but that's getting worked out so it's just a matter of time and knowledge.
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 04:31 PM
I didn't have the patience to let the car sit. The longest the car sat without touching it was about a week. It takes alot a work. ------------------
Step On It Until You Smell Stink!
www.randrews.mustangsandmore.ws
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65whitestang
Gearhead Posts: 111
From: Eastern,CT
Registered: Jun 2006
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posted 11-21-2006 09:49 PM
That a nice car there RCA. Had to be a great time doing that with the son. My son is just 7 and starting to work out in the garage with me.
I can't wait till we can start working on a car for him. I plan on looking around over the next few year to find a affordable car and tuck it away in my inlaws garage. I figure in 8 years when its time to start finding him one Mustangs will be out of reach. If it turns out he wants nothing to do with Mustangs we will build it for my daughter.------------------
Bill M
Mystic,CT
65 Convertible
9"rear,5speed ,11"clutch,currently powered by a 302
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FSTBK65
Gearhead Posts: 483
From: Salem, Virginia 24153
Registered: May 2004
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posted 11-21-2006 11:31 PM
Yeah. Here is the link to my page.http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/MembersPics/FSTBK65.html
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65 fastback. 302, Paxton Supercharger 7PSI, Edelbrock heads and intake,flowtechs with cutouts, x pipe and 2.5in flows. 4 speed. 449rwhp and 410ft lbs through the mufflers on 93 octane. 7.7 @ 94.7 mph 1/8 mi, 1.84 60ft.
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-22-2006 06:49 AM
65whitestang, those kids....they grow up fast. Between baseball and football with my son. Volleyball and cheerleading with my daughter. Life's Good! The car project, it was a chore. I'd never done anything like this before so the experience was good. I was determined to make it a nice as I could though. Oh yes......spend a lot of money too. You'll have fun.
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-22-2006 06:56 AM
FSTBK65, Very nice! Looks like a nice Street Rod. Are ya still working on the other one that's next to it?------------------
Step On It Until You Smell Stink!
www.randrews.mustangsandmore.ws
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FSTBK65
Gearhead Posts: 483
From: Salem, Virginia 24153
Registered: May 2004
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posted 11-22-2006 10:39 PM
Thanks. The maroon one is done. Sadly, it sits most of the time because my brother cannot afford to put gas in it.
Lately I have been working on a 66 coupe for a guy, but I just got it finished up.Now its back to the white fastback.
I have a rear main seal leak, but while I am in there......I may go 347, but I don't know. ------------------
65 fastback. 302, Paxton Supercharger 7PSI, Edelbrock heads and intake,flowtechs with cutouts, x pipe and 2.5in flows. 4 speed. 449rwhp and 410ft lbs through the mufflers on 93 octane. 7.7 @ 94.7 mph 1/8 mi, 1.84 60ft.
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-23-2006 06:52 AM
FSTBK65, it sounds like you're staying pretty busy. I haven't figured out my gas mileage yet, but it's geting expensive putting pump premium in mine too. Did you and your brother hop up the engine any? And I've got a little nagging leak in my rear seal of the transmission. I've got to do something with it as well. I'm hoping I'll wake up some morning and it will have gone away. That hasn't happened yet.------------------
Step On It Until You Smell Stink!
www.randrews.mustangsandmore.ws
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FSTBK65
Gearhead Posts: 483
From: Salem, Virginia 24153
Registered: May 2004
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posted 11-23-2006 09:48 PM
Nope. His is a 302 2 barrel with stock manifolds and a stock cast iron intake. We rebuilt the motor and reworked the heads. It has hyper. pistons. We did however put my old cam in it....447 lift. Gives it a little bit of a lope. It has a c4 and 3.00 gears in an 8 inch rear.
Other than the cam it is bone stock. So is the white one!!
HAHA! ------------------
65 fastback. 302, Paxton Supercharger 7PSI, Edelbrock heads and intake,flowtechs with cutouts, x pipe and 2.5in flows. 4 speed. 449rwhp and 410ft lbs through the mufflers on 93 octane. 7.7 @ 94.7 mph 1/8 mi, 1.84 60ft.
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63Kcode
Gearhead Posts: 281
From: Anna Tx
Registered: Dec 2004
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posted 11-24-2006 04:08 PM
Welcome, I love to hear about father and son projects. My first car was a 68 coupe my father helped me with. That was many years ago. The memories last. Are you a member of North Texas Mustang Club? They are real big in the Dallas area. Car looks great. Hope to see you at a show sometime.Larry
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-25-2006 07:34 AM
63Kcode, thanks! I'm not a member.....as of yet. This project was just to build a nice street rod with my son. However, everybody I show this car to are asking if I'm going to enter car shows. Do you think they're trying to tell me something? I'll check out the club. I guess I need to be a member of something, somewhere now. ------------------
Step On It Until You Smell Stink!
www.randrews.mustangsandmore.ws
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rca
Journeyman Posts: 45
From: Dallas, Texas, USA
Registered: Nov 2006
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posted 11-25-2006 07:59 AM
I emailed Ralph the prez and inquire about membership. Thanks for note. I think my son and I would really like to join the club. I hope to meet you some time. RCA
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