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1. Building the Hi-Po 289: Part 2.

Author

Smart, Jim, Michael, Ben, Bednarck, Tom, Buffet, Bill, and Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE engines, MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE engine performance, AUTOMOBILE engine parts, AUTOMOBILE engine design & construction
Abstract

The article focuses on the aspects of building the 289 Hi-Po small-block engine of the 289 Hi-Po V-8 Mustang automobile. Topics discussed include the importance of ensuring good castings and hard parts as engine building technique, checking the head surfaces and block decks before performing machine work, and the significant of honing the cylinder bores to consistent crosshatch pattern on ensuring good oil control, cylinder sealing, and ring seating.

Published
2018

2. Boss 302 Engine Detailing Redux PART 2.

Author

Anghel, Marcus and Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE engines
Abstract

The article evaluates the Boss 302 engine from Ford Motor Co.

Published
2017

3. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
ASSEMBLY line methods
Abstract

Typically, the 1970 valve cover oil fill tubes were pained semi-gloss black. Is the standard battery for a 1970 Boss 302 an Autolite Group 24 with an Auto-lite Group 27 as the optional heavy-duty battery? The standard battery for the 1970 Boss 302 Mustang was the Autolite 22 series battery. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2020

4. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
ANTIQUE & classic car restoration, AUTOMOBILE exhibitions
Abstract

I have factory photos of new cars - Boss 302, 429 and 428 Cobra Jets - with the hose on top of the bracket. I carry pictures of the factory photos for reference at car shows to document my opinion. I know all the radiator hold-down brackets have two holes in the bracket but have never seen the odd-looking bolts used to secure the top of the bracket to the radiator cradle. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2019

5. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE interiors
Abstract

I have the watch in the picture and wanted to ask you if you had any idea if it was a fake or it was real and if it's worth anything. Did Ford make a teak shift knob to match the light teak interior appointments, or were they all walnut? Yes, Ford did use a light teak four-speed knob on cars with the teak interior trim. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2019

6. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
RADIO antennas, BLUE light
Abstract

Per the Marti Report it was a radio delete car, and I was lucky enough to have the original owner save that radio delete plate when he had the dealership (where he worked) install a radio prior to delivery of the car. My question is did the radio delete cars come with a unique front fender or was there a block-off plate for the antenna opening? The original Ford hood-mounted tachometer was part number C9AZ17A326-A. This tachometer is a rare find. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2019

8. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
ASSEMBLY line methods
Published
2019

9. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, AUTOMOTIVE painting & paint shops
Abstract

The article presents answers to several questions related to automobile restoration including painting of 1969 Mustang Boss 302; selecting tire manufacturers for installing tires on the 1966 Mustang GT and verifying the Boss 429 valve cover emblems.

Published
2019

10. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MODEL cars (Toys), AUTOMOBILE restoration, MUSTANG automobile
Abstract

The article offers information about Mustang toys and question answers related to restoration of cars including replacement spark plugs for Boss 302 Mustang and concern for block plate and inspection cover of 1969 Boss 429 Mustang.

Published
2019

11. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
LIFTING-jacks, VALVE specifications, ELECTRIC wiring
Abstract

The article answers to questions that includes jack tabs of Boss 351, the length of the valve stem extension to aid tire inflation and the installation of the wiring and clips.

Published
2019

12. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile
Abstract

The article presents answers to the questions related to topics like 1971 Mustangs; Ford dealers; and plastic woodgrain.

Published
2019

13. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, MUSTANG automobile
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration, including the features of an original 1970 Boss 302 reverse lockout rod and the proper bolt direction on a Boss 429 Mustang.

Published
2019

14. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE antennas
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration including the correct Dill valve cap for a 1970 Boss Magnum 500 wheel, installation of an antenna for a 1970 Mustang, and repainting of a car.

Published
2019

15. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
CLUTCHES (Machinery), AUTOMOBILE equipment
Abstract

The article focuses on correct finish for the 1970 Boss 302 clutch linkage Z-bar.

Published
2019

16. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, BOLTS & nuts, MUSTANG automobile
Abstract

The article presents several questions and answers related to automobile restoration which include finish on the mounting bolts on a Boss 429 trunk; gaffer’s tape used under 1970 Boss 302 Mustangs; and product for the black finish on the 1970 Boss 429 hoodscoop.

Published
2018

17. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE engines
Abstract

Question and Answers are presented on topics such as clutch return spring on 1971 Mustang Boss 351; shift knob for a 1969 Mustang Boss 302; and location of the 246 engine decal on 1966 Mustang with 289 K-code.

Published
2018

18. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMATIC automobile transmission parts, TIRE design & construction
Abstract

The article provides answers to questions related to automobile parts, components and automobile restoration, which includes automobile part numbers for Ford automobile axle stud, tire design, and crimping clamps.

Published
2018

19. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOTIVE painting & paint shops
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers on topics including installation of Boss 429 hoodscoop in 1969 Mustang SportsRoof, painting of Boss 429 Mustang and the manual of Boss 351 Mustang.

Published
2018

20. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, WINDSHIELDS, EQUIPMENT & supplies
Published
2018

21. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE restoration, AUTOMOBILE parts, AUTOMOBILE alternators, CUSTOMIZING of automobiles
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to Mustang automobile including a 1971 Mustang Boss 351 in Competition Yellow, dyeing an original green 1970 Mustang steering wheel pad, and the correct Boss 351-specific alternator.

Published
2018

22. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
FORD automobile restoration, MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE engine cylinders, AUTOMOBILE repair
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to restoration of Mustang automobiles, including questions on topics like attaching the coil bracket to the cylinder head on a 1970 Mustang; taillight of a 1973 Mustang; and a 1971 Boss 351 Mustang.

Published
2018

23. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE repair, AUTOMOBILE lighting, LEAF springs
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration including installing J-clips on taillight harness, license plate bracket color, and leaf spring color identification.

Published
2018

24. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE license plates, AUTOMOBILE restoration
Abstract

The article presents answers to questions concerning license plates, restoration of automobiles and number for license plates.

Published
2018

25. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, SIGNAGE
Abstract

The article answers the questions related to the sign and paint code for Mustang automobiles.

Published
2018

26. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob, Moore, Denny, Moore, Clem, and Hirsch, Dean

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, MAGNUM automobile, SEALING compounds
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration including whether the Magnum 500 wheels could be considered as a dealer option, a sealant for the leaking gasoline of the 1967 Mustang car, and the C7ZZ- 15533-A 1967-1970 backup lamp gaskets.

Published
2018

27. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE parts, AUTOMOTIVE painting & paint shops, AUTOMOBILE repair
Abstract

The article offers answers to question related to Mustang car part maintenance and repair including the use of caution-fan sticker in the car's fan shroud, the how the dark tone in the upper control arms of Mustangs is achieved and the paint code for Ford blue.

Published
2017

28. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, BUSHINGS, BRACKETS, CONSERVATION & restoration
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to restoration of Mustang automobiles including replacement of strut-rod bushings of a 1966 Mustang 289 2V hardtop automobile, part number of lug nuts of 1973 convertible's alloy wheels, and use of slop gray paint on brackets of a 1973 Mustang.

Published
2017

29. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
COOLANT hoses (Motor vehicles), VOLTAGE regulators, STRUCTURAL rods
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to astronomy including the routing of radiator overflow hose, the voltage regulators for 1970 Boss 429 Mustang automobile, and the difference of strut rods.

Published
2017

30. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE springs & suspension, AUTOMOBILE doors
Abstract

The article presents answers to the questions concerning use of Ford suspension support tool, grille and headlight doors of 1970 Boss 302 and RSC-marked bolts.

Published
2017

31. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
CLUTCHES (Machinery), MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE repair
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile valve-cover decals and how to restore clutch equalizer of Ford Mustang with 428 Super Cobra Jet (SCJ) engine.

Published
2017

32. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOTIVE engineering, MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE engines
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automotive engineering including what is the proper location of the ignition coil for a 351 Windsor engine, information on the rubber insulator in the 1969-1970 Mustang automobiles and what would be the correct paint for the engine compartment.

Published
2017

33. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
FORD automobile restoration, MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE part maintenance & repair, AUTOMOTIVE engineering
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration such as finding the right head to restore a 1966 Mustang hardtop to its original smog system and putting a shaker-hood setup on the 1969 Mach automobile.

Published
2017

34. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, CLAMPS (Engineering), AUTOMOBILE parts
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to the Mustang automobile that includes analysis of snorkel clamp in the automobile; possession of the Autolite Ford V-8 part of the automobile; and management of rotor without grease caps in 1969 Mustang Boss 302.

Published
2017

35. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE interiors
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to restoration of Mustang automobiles from Ford including if the color of interior of the car is turned black will it hurt the value of the car, a picture of two Mustang models to see the difference, and views on radiused Playboy bunny faced stamp.

Published
2017

36. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, RADIATOR caps, MODEL cars (Toys), EQUIPMENT & supplies
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration model automobiles, which includes attaching voltage regulators on a Mustang automobile, placing of original radiator caps, and finding pink colored Mustang toy car.

Published
2017

37. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile
Abstract

Several questions and answers are presented related to the Mustang automobile including installation instructions for the 1969 Mustang remote electric trunk-release kit; and sale of an accessory tire chain kit by Ford Motor.

Published
2017

38. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, AUTOMOTIVE painting & paint shops, MUSTANG automobile
Abstract

The article presents several questions and answers related to car restorations including paint for 1970 Mach 1 Dearborn-built car; original radio block-off for 1965 Mustang; and Ford FoMoCo box.

Published
2016

39. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, MUSTANG automobile, TECHNICAL manuals
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration including release of remote trunks for 1969-1970 Mustang automobile; correct engineering number on lockout rod of 1970 Mach 1 automobile; and owner's manual supplement of 1971 Boss 351 automobile.

Published
2016

40. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

PERKINS, BOB

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE parts, MUSTANG automobile, MACHINE parts, FORD automobiles
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to restoration of Mustang automobile parts, including the '68 Mustang GT, the '70 Boss 429 Mustang, and the '70 Mach.

Published
2010

41. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, MUSTANG automobile, CHECK valves
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration which involve the display of sports cars at the Mustang Club of America's (MCA) 40th anniversary, the collectible Jet Mustang Cobra toy and the Boss 429 automobile's check valves.

Published
2016

42. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
CALIPERS, MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE equipment, MEASURING instruments, EQUIPMENT & supplies
Abstract

The article offers information on the 1968 G.T. 500 Brake Calipers from FoMoCo and the Boss 302 Spoiler from Boss.

Published
2016

43. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE batteries, AUTOMOTIVE painting & paint shops, LACQUER & lacquering
Abstract

The article evaluates the High Performance Unifill battery for automobiles from Autolite and the DDL 9423 paint for car body from Ditzler.

Published
2016

44. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE windshields & windows, CONSERVATION & restoration
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to restoring a 1970 Mustang including color for the grille and sport lamp bezels, if date code required on the door glass and availability of instruction manual for1966 8-track tape storage bin accessory.

Published
2016

45. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, FASTENERS
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration which include restoration in 1970 Boss 302 INTERIOR FASTENERS; restoration in a 1970 Boss 302 Mustang; and restoration of a set of Boss 429 rear shocks.

Published
2016

46. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob, Basile, Jim, Burke, Bill, and Schmidt, Dan

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, COBRA automobile, EQUIPMENT & supplies
Abstract

Several letters to the editor are presented on topics including installation of scuff plates on the hood on a 1969 351W Mach 1 Mustang automobile, a piece of Ford promotional literature on the Cobra Jet automobile, and purchase of the 1971 Boss 351 Mustang automobile's limiter caps.

Published
2016

47. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob, Franklin, Bernie, Murdoch, Mark, and Ottis, John

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE restoration, MUSTANG automobile, POWER steering, EQUIPMENT & supplies
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobile restoration which include the right power steering clamp for Mustang convertible cars, the features of the Boss 429 shock towers, and the correct radio identification (ID) system for the 1970 Mustang Mach 1 car.

Published
2016

48. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob, Steffik, Scott, Mays, Bob, and Seeger, Scott

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, TECHNICAL manuals
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to Mustang automobiles including the Boss 302, Canadian manual of the automobile company Ford, and the accuracy of the blackout of 1969 Mustang Boss 302.

Published
2016

49. RESTORATION QUESTIONS.

Author

Perkins, Bob

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, AUTOMOBILE tires
Abstract

The article provides several questions and answers including one of purchasing of reproduction tires for the Ford's 1970 Mustang Boss 302 automobile, finishes of the 1970 Boss 302 throttle cable bracket and advice for best electrical person Jim Cunningham of Zionsville, Indiana.

Published
2016

50. RESTO ROUNDUP.

Author

Perkins, Bob, Dusak, Otto, Jackson, Tom, Weber, Bill, and Schmidt, Jimmy

Subjects
MUSTANG automobile, MOTOR vehicle steering gear, POSTERS
Abstract

The article presents questions and answers related to automobiles including best place to buy or repair steering wheel, paint code for 1968 model of the GT Mustang steel blue metallic automobile and authenticity of the poster of 1966 Ford Mustang automobile.

Published
2016

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