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Feb 28, 2011

Power by Ford Stamped Big Block Chrome Valve Covers


EG4441 1966-70 Ford Big Block Chrome "Power by Ford" Stamped Valve Covers.  Sold by the pair and available at http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/ - direct link is  http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/1966-70-EXACT-CHROME-VALVE-COVERS-PAIR-STAMPED-WITH-POWER-BY-FORD-390-428-P196609.aspx   All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc
 Here is one for you FE Big Block guys.  We now have beautiful reproductions of the 1966-70 Chrome Valve Covers for the 390 and 428 Ford Engines.  They, of course, will fit any FE Ford Engine.  They feature the "Power By Ford" stamping.  Order our part number EG4441.



Correct Baffle Detail under Valve Cover.  EG4441 1966-70 Ford Big Block Chrome "Power by Ford" Stamped Valve Covers. Sold by the pair and available at http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/ - direct link is http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/1966-70-EXACT-CHROME-VALVE-COVERS-PAIR-STAMPED-WITH-POWER-BY-FORD-390-428-P196609.aspx# All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

EG4441 1966-70 Ford Big Block Chrome "Power by Ford" Stamped Valve Covers. Sold by the pair and available at http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/ - direct link is http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/1966-70-EXACT-CHROME-VALVE-COVERS-PAIR-STAMPED-WITH-POWER-BY-FORD-390-428-P196609.aspx# All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc


Twist-on Chrome Oil Cap with FoMoCo Logo Stamping.  Available at http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/ - direct link is http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/CHROME-FOMOCO-LOGO-TWIST-ON-OIL-CAP-P6846.aspx 
 We also have some pretty cool oil caps to fit these valve covers.  Our part number EG3821 is a twist-on oil cap with the rectangular FoMoCo logo.  It is an exact reproduction of the oil cap usually found on the 1967 390 Mustangs.



Twist-on Chrome Oil Cap with Autolite Stamping.  Available at http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/ - direct link is http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/CHROME-TWIST-ON-OIL-CAP-WITH-HOLE-AUTOLITE-LOGO-P990.aspx
 We also have the popular chrome twist-on cap with the Autolite logo and PCV elbow.  It is our part number EG118.

Feb 25, 2011

1967 and 1968 Mustang Windshield Washer Hose Rubber Firewall Grommet


67-68 Mustang Rubber Grommet at Firewall for Windshield Washer Hoses.  Order it here:  http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/67-68-WASHER-HOSE-FIREWALL-GROMMET-P201222.aspx
 We have had lots of requests for this particular part.  It is the little rubber grommet located at the firewall on a 67-68 Mustang and Shelby for the Windshield Washer Hoses.  This grommet seals around the two windshield washer hoses where they go through the firewall. It was designed to prevent noise and leaks.

Now in stock and available as our part number EG3011.

Feb 23, 2011

1965 289 High Performance Mustang Convertible Restoration Project

We just posted some photos on Friday of the engine that goes in our 1965 Mustang Convertible K Code Project.  On Saturday, we installed the engine and transmission with some help from some "Shelby Buddies" that were visiting.  Thanks, guys!

Check out the photos.

289 HiPo with accessories removed and ready to install in the Mustang Convertible.  Image ©Dave Redman


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Blankets in place so we don't scratch anything!!  Image ©Dave Redman
 
1965 Mustang K Code Convertible  Image ©Dave Redman
289 HiPo Engine ready to go in place.  Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc
289 HiPo Engine ready to go in place.  Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc
Transmission is also ready to go in.  Image©Dave Redman

289 HiPo in place in the Mustang.  Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc


289 HiPo in place in the Mustang. Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc



289 HiPo in place in the Mustang. Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc



289 HiPo in place in the Mustang. Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc


Dave tightens the bolts on the transmission.  Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc.

Blankets removed-no scratches!  Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc.

Jeremy installs the 4 Speed Shifter Lever.  Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc.

Transmission is in too!  Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc.

Here is a shot of the Cobra Aluminum Oil Pan.  Image ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc.

  
We had to put the valve covers and air cleaner back on!  Image ©Dave Redman

The drivetrain is in!  Image ©Dave Redman

The drivetrain is in!  Image ©Dave Redman

Feb 21, 2011

Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011


Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011   Marque in front of the Museum.  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc
The opening reception for the new "Shelby: A Retrospective" Exhibit that will be displayed at the Antique Automobile Museum in Hershey, PA until April 24th was held this past Friday evening.  It is a nice display with some cool cars and interesting memorabilia.  Here are some pictures from the reception.

Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011   Marque in front of the Museum.  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011   Chuck Cantwell's (GT350 Project Manager) 1966 GT350 on disply.  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011   Red 1968 GT500KR Shelby Convertible on display in the lobby.  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc


Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011   1965 GT350 Mustang and 289 Cobra.  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011     All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011     All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011     All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011   Very cool 1966 GT350.  Same owner since 1967.  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc


Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011 Very cool 1966 GT350. Same owner since 1967. All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc



Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc



Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011   All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc



Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011    The late Dick Smith's 427 Cobra- CSX3035. All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc



Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011    Lots of original memorabilia on the wall. All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc



Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011 1965 GT350 R Model - SFM5R103. All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc



Shelby: A Retrospective at the AACA Museum February 11 - April 24, 2011 . All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

Feb 18, 2011

1965 High Performance Mustang Convertible

1965 Mustang 289 HiPo Convertible Engine with 3 x 2 (Tri-power) induction system, Cobra Open Letter Valve Covers, and Cobra Finned Aluminum Oil Pan.  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

We have not had an update on our '65 HiPo Mustang Convertible lately.  We have been just working on some small details, and we are now ready to set the engine and transmission.  In fact, that will probably be done tomorrow.

In the meantime, we wanted to take some pictures of the engine all put together before some pieces get taken off for the final installation.  If you have been following along with our posts about this K code Mustang restoration, you know that we chose to take a bit of an unconventional route with some of the engine bolt ons.

We had a 3 x 2 (tri-power) Ford induction system with September 1964 dated carb's that has been under our workbench for 10 or 15 years.  We thought it was time to do something with it.  Going along with the same theme, we opted for the Cobra "roadster" finned aluminum oil pan and the popular Buddy Bar Cobra "open letter" valve covers.

It will be cool to finally get the engine in the car where it belongs.

1965 Mustang 289 HiPo Convertible Engine with 3 x 2 (Tri-power) induction system, Cobra Open Letter Valve Covers, and Cobra Finned Aluminum Oil Pan.  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

Feb 16, 2011

SAAC Shelby Registry - 1965 1966 1967 - 4th Edition - 2011





SAAC Shelby Registry - 1965 1966 1967 - 4th Edition - 2011.  Now available as our part number LT58 at http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/SAAC-SHELBY-REGISTRY-1965-1966-1967-4TH-EDITION-2011-P198686.aspx   All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc
  The latest edition of the Shelby American Automobile Club's (SAAC) World Registry, dedicated to 1965-1966-1967 Shelbys, is now available.  It is our part number LT58, and you can order it by clicking here.


It has been 14 years since the last registry was printed and in that time SAAC has compiled a stunning amount of new information and has dug even deeper into the production history of these cars. It is no wonder owners and enthusiasts refer to SAAC's registry as "The Bible."
Printed in hardcover, and 1,350 pages thick, this book has the serial number and individual history of every Shelby Mustang built in 1965, 1966 and 1967. Also included are separate, detailed chapters on competition cars, prototypes, drag cars, unique models and Shelby-built Trans-Am notchbacks.
The book contains 1,315 black and white photos. Said the book's editor, Rick Kopec, "If there's anything that's not in this book, it's not worth knowing."

SAAC Shelby Registry - 1965 1966 1967 - 4th Edition - 2011. Now available as our part number LT58 at http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/SAAC-SHELBY-REGISTRY-1965-1966-1967-4TH-EDITION-2011-P198686.aspx  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc

There are chapters on Shelby values, how to buy a Shelby, fakes and frauds, the Carroll Shelby School of High Performance Driving, the Terlingua Racing Team and much more. Appendix pages include paint codes, stripe dimensions, serial number locations, a list of mechanical components, explanation of DSO codes and a glossary of terms unique to these cars. But wait! There's more! A list of every unique part for each year Shelby, a specification page for each separate model, factory technical service bulletins, homologation papers, accurate production figures, production statistics and an index of past owners.

The club's registrars: Howard Pardee (1965-66), Greg Kolasa (Hertz), Dave Mathews (1967) and Gary Underwood (Trans-Am notchbacks) have contributed information, including individual histories on each car, from their voluminous files.
 
SAAC Shelby Registry - 1965 1966 1967 - 4th Edition - 2011. Now available as our part number LT58 at http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/SAAC-SHELBY-REGISTRY-1965-1966-1967-4TH-EDITION-2011-P198686.aspx   All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc


The foreword was written by Chuck Cantwell, Shelby American's GT350 Project Engineer.

If you own a Shelby Mustang, are thinking about buying one, or just love the cars, you absolutely have to have one of these books!


SAAC Shelby Registry - 1965 1966 1967 - 4th Edition - 2011. Now available as our part number LT58 at http://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/SAAC-SHELBY-REGISTRY-1965-1966-1967-4TH-EDITION-2011-P198686.aspx  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc


Feb 14, 2011

New! Virginia Classic Mustang T-Shirts and Hooded Sweatshirts with GT350 Shelby

Our new Virginia Classic Mustang Inc. Ash Gray T-Shirt.  Super quality 100% Cotton T with VCM Logo and '65 GT350 Shelby Mustang.  All images © Virginia Classic Mustang Inc
Our new Mustang Logo T Shirts and Hooded Sweatshirts just arrived!  For the first time, there is also a picture of a Mustang on our shirts.  The new ones feature our Virginia Classic Mustang Logo along with a 1965 GT-350 Shelby Mustang on the back and a small VCM logo on the left front of the shirt.

The T-Shirts are part number AC201 and are available in a variety of sizes including Youth Sizes.  They are an Ash Gray color 100% Cotton Heavy T-Shirt.



Virginia Classic Mustang Inc. Logo Hooded Sweatshirt.  Ash Gray with VCM Logo and 1965 GT350 Mustang.  All images ©Virginia Classic Mustang Inc
 The Hooded Sweatshirts are part number AC202.  They are available in Adult sizes Large and Extra Large.  These are currently available in limitied quantities.  Super Quality Hoodie with front pockets in an Ash Gray color.  These also feature the VCM logo with the '65 GT350 on the back along with the small Virginia Classic Mustang logo on the left front.