Virginia Classic Mustang Blog: September 2018

Steering box paint markings copied from original markings on this Shelby.
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So, we are checking in again on the restoration of 1966 Shelby GT350 Mustang, SFM6S933.

Just in case you haven't been following along, this Shelby is being restored by Jeremy at Maple Hill Restoration for one of our customers. The gorgeous Sapphire Blue has been applied, and the car is ready for assembly.

As it goes together, we wanted to share some pictures in this post showing the incredible detail on several items including the steering box, disc brake proportioning valve, interior, and underside.

Please take the time to read the captions under each image for more information.

Steering box paint markings copied from original markings on this Shelby. Note "blacked out" top as found on original.
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Steering box paint markings copied from original markings on this Shelby. Note original tag with date of Jan. 19, 1966 and "blacked out" top.
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Steering box paint markings copied from original markings on this Shelby. Note "black out".
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Steering box paint markings copied from original markings on this Shelby. Note "black out" and paint markings.
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Steering box installed!
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Original disc brake proportioning valve has been restored.
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Original disc brake proportioning valve has been restored. Date stamping shows the 348th day of 1965.
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Original disc brake proportioning valve installed.
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Original 9 inch rear end housing being painted.
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Original radiator with 12 65 date stamping.
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Original radiator with original C4ZE G2 tag.
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Original markings were duplicated exactly.
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More pieces getting installed on the '66 GT350 Shelby.
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Interior pieces getting installed on the '66 GT350 Shelby.
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Interior pieces getting installed on the '66 GT350 Shelby. Jeremy's attention to detail is amazing!
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Interior pieces getting installed on the '66 GT350 Shelby.
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Parts getting installed on the underside of the Shelby.
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Parts getting installed on the underside of the Shelby. Amazing detail!
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Amazing detail!
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Horns and hood latch installed on the radiator support.
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Splash shields.
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The new 6.95 x 14 Goodyear Blue Streak Tires are ready for installation on the original ten spoke wheels.
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1966 GT350 Shelby Mustang 6S933 is painted in its original Sapphire Blue color!
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If you love details and GT350s, check out our latest pictures from the restoration of 1966 Shelby GT350 Mustang SFM6S933. Oh, and if you haven't been reading along, take a look at our last post and pictures here:

http://blog.virginiaclassicmustang.com/2018/05/just-details1966-shelby-mustang-gt350.html

6S0933 was a great car before restoration. It arrived at Maple Hill Restoration after it was already disassembled, it had a color change to white, and it just deserved a fantastic restoration. Well, Jeremy at Maple Hill has not disappointed. It is gorgeous!

After months and months of preparation, we finally get to see the "pretty stuff" go on. I personally can't wait to see this beauty rolling on the Goodyear Blue Streaks mounted on its original ten spoke wheels.

In this installment, we have some shots of the dash going together with the meticulously restored heater box assembly and wiper mechanism. The new underdash wiring is also going in along with the nice original firewall mat.

Keep reading and subscribe by clicking here, because next week I'll have some details of the underside and more pieces get installed!

1966 GT350 Shelby Mustang 6S933 is painted in its original Sapphire Blue color!
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1966 GT350 Shelby Mustang 6S933 is painted in its original Sapphire Blue color! Even the inside, which will be covered, is detailed just as original.
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1966 GT350 Shelby Mustang 6S933. Check out the floor pan detail!
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1966 GT350 Shelby Mustang 6S933. Note the original firewall mat with the dimples. These mats installed in the San Jose built cars are unique to that plant.
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1966 GT350 Shelby Mustang 6S933. Note the incredible detail on the wiper motor that retains its original part number stamping and date.
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