Virginia Classic Mustang Blog: November 2012

Nov 30, 2012

Just the Details...1965 Mustang Convertible Restoration

The body and all parts are now painted on this '65 Mustang Convertible.
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Hopefully you have been following along with the restoration of the 1965 Mustang Convertible at Maple Hill Restoration. The response from our Blog readers on this project has been great, so we can't wait to post more pictures as this beautiful Mustang goes back together. Oh, by the way, the color is Twilight Turquoise.

Enjoy the pictures!

Jeremy duplicated the factory paint line on this January '65 Dearborn produced Mustang.
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Black out on the Mustang rocker panel has been duplicated as original.
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Black out on the Mustang bottom quarter lip has been duplicated as original.
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Factory markings as originally found where reapplied to the radiator support area on the Mustang.
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Factory markings as originally found where reapplied on the Mustang.
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The paint finish on this Mustang is absolutely amazing.
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The Mustang's rear wheel house sealer/sound deadening was also duplicated like the original.
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Jeremy even duplicated the factory primer/sealer here on the inside which will never be seen.
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More parts will be added to this Mustang soon!
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Mustang door jamb area.
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Gas tank has been installed in the beautifully painted trunk.
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The level of detail is amazing. Here you can see how Jeremy duplicated the original grey primer/sealer on the back trunk brace of the Mustang.
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More detail on the Mustang from underneath.
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More detail on the Mustang from the engine compartment area.
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More detail on the Mustang from the LH frame rail area.
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All factory sealer was also carefully duplicated.
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Nov 28, 2012

New! High Performance Ford Engine Parts Interchange Book

High Performance Ford Engine Parts Interchange Book
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This is a great new book that just arrived. It is the High Performance Ford Engine Parts Interchange Book. Our part number is LT-185. Lots of part and casting identification numbers are listed to make this a very handy reference book.

There is a lot of information packed into this great book. Let's take a look at the chapters:
Chapter 1: General Data and Specifications
Chapter 2: Cylinder Block
Chapter 3: Rotating Assembly
Chapter 4: Oiling System
Chapter 5: Cylinder Heads and Valvetrain
Chapter 6: Induction System
Chapter 7: Ignition, Starting and Charging System
Chapter 8: Exhaust System
Chapter 9: Cooling System
Chapter 10: Big-Block General Data and Specifications

Chapter 11: Cylinder Block
Chapter 12: Rotating Assembly
Chapter 13: Oiling System
Chapter 14: Cylinder Heads and Valvetrain
Chapter 15: Induction System
Chapter 16: Ignition, Starting and Charging System
Chapter 17: Exhaust System
Chapter 18: Cooling System

Here is the description from the publisher:

If there is one thing Ford Enthusiasts have learned over the years, deciphering which parts work with which engines is a far more difficult task with Fords than with many other engine families. Will Cleveland heads fit on my Windsor block? What is the difference between the two distinct families of big-blocks? What heads are available for use on my small block? Can I gain compression by using older model cylinder heads? Which pulleys should I be able to use on my engine swap? These are just a few examples of common questions Ford fans have. These, and many other questions are examined in this all-new color update of a perennial best-seller.

Thoroughly researched, High-Performance Ford Parts Interchange includes critical information on Ford's greatest V-8 engines and goes into great detail on the highly desirable high-performance hardware produced throughout the '60s ,'70s and '80s. By combining some of the best parts from various years, some great performance potential can be unlocked in ways Ford never offered to the general public. Following the advice in High Performance Ford Parts Interchange, these engine combinations can become reality. You will find valuable information on cranks, blocks, heads, cams, pulleys, intakes, rods, pistons, and even accessories to guide you through your project.

Author George Reid has once again done extensive research to accurately deliver a thorough and complete collection of Ford V-8 information in this revised edition. Knowing what internal factory engine parts can be used across the wide range of production Ford powerplants is invaluable to the hot rodder and swap meet/Ebay shopper. A must-have for every Ford enthusiasts library.

Nov 26, 2012

Just the Details...1965 Mustang Convertible Restoration

1965 Mustang Convertible Body has been painted.
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Hopefully you have been following along with the restoration of the 1965 Mustang Convertible at Maple Hill Restoration. The body and parts are now painted, and we will be posting more pictures as Jeremy at Maple Hill Restoration puts this nice Mustang back together.

Enjoy the pictures!

Mustang Rear Valance and other parts were painted separately.
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Mustang hood, fenders, and other parts were painted separately.
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Mustang fenders prepared to be painted separately.
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Mustang Trunk Lid prepared for paint.
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Mustang door prepared for paint.
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Mustang rear valance painted.
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Mustang head light door painted separately.
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Mustang hood and fender painted separately.
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Both Mustang fenders ready to go.
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Mustang Trunk Lid Painted.
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Mustang Front Valance painted.
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Mustang Door painted.
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Nov 23, 2012

New! How to Rebuild the Small Block Ford Engine Book

How To Rebuild the Small Block Ford Engine Book.
Now Available!
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This is a great new book for anyone from a beginner to an expert. This How to Rebuild the Small-Block Ford book walks you step by step through a rebuild, including:

Planning your Rebuild
Disassembly and Inspection
Choosing the Right Parts
Machine Work
Assembling your Engine
First Firing and Break-In

This informative book gives you helpful hints and tips on performance upgrades, including cams, heads, ignition, induction, and more. It also points out problem areas to watch for, professional builder tips, jobs that need special care or special tools, and more. Whether you're a first-time engine builder or seasoned professional, this is the essential guide to rebuilding your small block Ford. 144 pages and over 500 photos.

Our part number is LT184.

Nov 21, 2012

65-66 Mustang Rear Brake Hose Bracket for Factory Dual Exhaust

65-66 Mustang and GT350 Shelby Rear Brake Hose Bracket
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We now have the rear brake hose bracket for the 1965 and 1966 Mustang and Shelbys equipped with factory dual exhaust. This bracket is made just like the original from heavy gauge steel.

It welds to the floor pan as shown in the image above. The factory dual exhaust equipped Mustangs used the BK112 Rear Brake Hose and this bracket was used to re-locate the inlet of the hose.

Our part number is BK1121.

Nov 16, 2012

More Photos from the NE SAAC Regional 2012

Original 289 High Performance air cleaner decal on a '66 GT350H Shelby.
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Every October the Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania Region of the Shelby American Automobile Club hosts their annual NE SAAC Regional Meet in Harrisburg and Hershey, PA. The meet is always great and features a Friday evening social, a Saturday breakfast, road tour, lunch at Bill Collin's (BC Fords) shop, a Saturday evening program, and a Sunday car show at the AACA Museum.

If you have not attended, you really should make plans to do so next October. It is a great place to meet up with your old and new Shelby friends.

This is part three of our images from the event. The pictures here are from the car show held on the last day of the event at the AACA Museum in Hershey, PA. I had so many up-close, detail shots that I don't really have many images of the complete cars! Anyway, enjoy the pictures!