Take a peek under the hood with these 1965 1966 ford mustang specifications. The 1965 1966 ford mustang dawned a new era for american cars. This page is for updating folks on my 1966 mustang restomod project car, named wicked. But for streetdriven early ponies, these ideas will greatly enhance the driving. How to build ford restomod street machines cartech books. Tmi mustang sport interior,347425 hp ford racing crate motor packaged under hood with a clean chrome and pearl engine compartment. We dropped in the 302 350 hp from engine factory more photos and info to come.
When the word restomod comes to mind, most people think about modern styling on an older vehicle, and the trend has grown in popularity within the ford mustang community over the years. A complete step by step procedures manual larry dobbs, donald farr on. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. Jun 26, 2010 hey guys, ive been going back and forth on selling my 2000 gt and picking up a clean restomod 66 or 68 fastback that i can drive once and a while and take to a few shows. The previous owner owned this vehicle for 41 years and cared for it accordingly. This 1966 mustang gt fastback is a 4speed 289 a code car. Day 1 the 1966 mustang coupe restoration project youtube. Produced by ford for 1984, its a gt350 that commemorates the 20th anniversary of the mustang based originals. Choose from cj pony parts selection of cartech books for bodywork, engine work, restorations, and interior or electrical instruction. This tech tip is from the full book, how to restore your mustang 1964.
Unfollow 1966 mustang to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Beto is an absolute gearhead who loves to build and tinker with his cars rather than leave them stock. Dont subject your classic ford to a life of garage time, trailer rides, outdated factory original performance. Cartech offers every mustang owner specific books that will be sure to aide in practically any job. Hey guys, ive been going back and forth on selling my 2000 gt and picking up a clean restomod 66 or 68 fastback that i can drive once and a while and take to a few shows. How to build ford restomod street machines shows you how to modify your vintage ford to accelerate, stop, corner, and ride as good as detroits best new cars. When mechanics lose their minds twin turbo ferrari f430 powered 1968 ford mustang build project duration.
A step by step process of a restoration of a 1966 mustang coupe, 289. This amazing vehicle was constructed using a methodical engineering type approach similar to what major car manufactures use and incorporated some of the best components. Semperfidos 1966 ford mustang convertible restoration tips and tricks for classic ford mustang restorers. Calamity jane mustang 1966 mustang fastback restomod. The vehicle was purchased from a mustang restorer in missouri as aproject vehicle. I have spent hours looking online but theres several price ranges out there and im concerned about getting something that looks great but turns into a money pit down the road. Produced by ford for 1984, its a gt350 that commemorates the 20th anniversary of the mustangbased originals. Jim osborn reproductions assembly manual interior 1966. My 1966 mustang gt well it all started when my uncle bill purchased a brand new 1966 mustang from the. These headlights have the ability to replace the bulb when burned out or if you want to replace it with brighter bulbs.
Mustang plus carries 1966 mustang parts from 1965 1973. Find new and used 1966 ford mustang classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. Dont subject your classic ford to a life of garage time build it to run hard. Order this great cartech sa101p how to build ford restomod street machines paperback book from cj pony parts. But i want to begin using a single thread so i can easily find suggestions and solutions to my questions as i begin the process of the restomod of my mustang. Just had a very similar one put on my 67, as in just this weekend. Contact us today to consign or buy a piece of history. Step away from original and build a car that will dominate the pavement. This 1966 ford mustang has an upgraded gt350 look, upgraded suspension, upgraded interior, and an upgraded fivespeed. Tubular automotive sells the hardtofind tightfitting headers for early shocktower cars, which allow you to install a 351c in 1964 1. Cartech sa101p mustang book paperback how to build ford. Another choice offered in all three shapes, the mustang gt, debuted in april 1965 to help mark the first birthday of a new genre called the pony car. Restomods can be anywhere from clean and simple to a complete overhaul on a classic car, but one thing remains the same across all restomods. Across the board, a 16inch wheel is the ideal diameter for any 6573 mustang, such as the 16x8inch vintage 45s shown on the 69 fastback on the first page of this story.
Yup, stan hawkins restored his 1966 mustang coupe from start to finish in the comfort of his home in visalia, california. The vehicle was completely stripped of everything, media blasted,all rustcut out and panels replaced with nos or dynacorn parts. How to build ford restomod street machines shows you how to modify your vintage ford to accelerate, stop, corner, and ride as good as if not better than detroits best new highperformance cars. Wicked my 1966 mustang restomod project home facebook. Apr 03, 2016 1966 mustang coupe original paint, interior, inline six engine and drivetrain that i purchase from the original owner. Mar 16, 2020 books and series to read while social distancing. Custom widebody, dart 347 stroker with afr aluminum heads, custom fuel injection syste, coilovers on all 4 corners with 4 link and mini tubs in the rear, 9 big bearing currie rear end, disk brakes, power rack and pinion, the list goes on. Built to handle, perform and be driven these mustangs are evolutions of the the breed, part restoration and partly modified they are restomods. It doesnt have a wild, overthetop paint job or vulgarly oversized wheels wrapped in rubberband tires. Oct 25, 2019 luckily, i had the opportunity to meet the owner of a beautiful 1966 ford mustang at a cars and coffee meet by the name of beto guerrero. Well i got caught with the if i am doing this i might as well do this syndrom. Would you believe us if we told you this pristine 1966 ford mustang restomod was put together in a home garage by a guy whod never even built.
Links to parts and useful information for the concours rebuilder and the average joe determined to assemble the perfect daily driver. The definition of restomod is to add modifications to help increase the safety, performance, economy, comfort, and drivability of your mustang. Staying with a 15inch wheel, such as the popular american racing torqthrust d, on a 6566 car is usually an easier fit. How to choose a mustang restoration project step by step. Dont subject your classic ford to a life of garage time, trailer rides, outdated factory original performance, and the occasional sunday cruise. Classic industries offers a wide selection of literature for your 1966 ford mustang. So it should be no surprise that it also has been upgraded to a powerful 347ci stroker v8. The flares are to small on the early mustangs so brian is going to make a little larger flare.
The easiest to remember was fords switch from archaic generator to a modern alternator. See more ideas about mustang, ford mustang and mustang fastback. Check out the 10 best modern mods for a classic mustang that your can feel great about it and enjoyed it mustang monthly magazine. If you have an old or newer restomod and you want to swap in a bigblock, you should try crites restoration products. He left it attached at the bottom and brought it out 1 14 at the top. The first thing is to mark where he is going to make his cut and start cutting. Build a mustang restomod mustangs plus buy mustang parts. Cj pony parts features 19642020 mustang books at amazing prices.
Pics of black coupes rear lip mustangs, vintage mustang, 66 mustang. The hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1966 ford mustang and. Cartech book paperback how to build ford restomod street machines. Get the best deals on 1966 ford mustang cars when you shop the largest online selection at. Take a look at a few facts about the mustangs rise to popularity. Reproduction 196619681970 enginemount brackets are available. Thousands of classic cars, hot rods, exotics and collectibles in stock. Read about how kelly hattori a then19yearold girl with no prior automotive experience ended up acquiring and building a 1966 ford mustang fastback to be the dream car she never knew she needed. Buy 1966 mustang parts online mustangs plus buy mustang.
Build a mustang restomod is a magazine that covers step by step how we brought project reclaim from a wreck to a restmod. Classic industries offers 1966 ford mustang assembly manuals, 1966 ford mustang books, 1966 ford mustang dealer literature, 1966 ford mustang dealer literature accessories, 1966 ford mustang magazines, 1966 ford mustang owners manuals, 1966 ford mustang shop manuals, and. Restomod 1966 ford mustang has newer parts, classic looks. Ford mustang enthusiasts come to us looking to buy top quality mustang part online. Jun 6, 2017 mustangs that have been enhanced in the drive train, suspension and overall performance and look and feel. And since i had it out i should take advantage of the situation. After visiting our store mustang lovers find we also have the best selection of mustang parts, great prices and top notch service. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. As you mustang experts know, there is know way to prove if a 1966 mustang was originally a gt car or not because there are no records.
Sure, restoring a classic mustang back to original, factory specifications is an amazing feat, but nothing quite compares to a custom built vintage mustang with the power and handling of a modern. This restomod 1966 ford mustang coupe thats for sale up in michigan may not be a pure 1960s car anymore, but it respects its roots. Following record sales at the barrettjackson collector car auction in january 2020, cofounder craig jackson noted. Installing a complete tmi interior, dakota digital gauges, and final wiring with details to make our 1990 mustang lx run and drive. Luckily, i had the opportunity to meet the owner of a beautiful 1966 ford mustang at a cars and coffee meet by the name of beto guerrero. The paint on this classic is about 5 years old and the transmission had been restored just last year.
The headlights on the restomod mustang feature high quality lights that are an aftermarket upgrade for all 19641973 mustangs. See more ideas about mustang, ford mustang and mustang. At 69 years old, stan hawkins undertook his first full car build, restoring and modifying a 1966 mustang coupe in his home garage. Only thing, its really just a graphics package applied to a standard mustang.
This 1967 ford mustang is a noexpensespared restomod. To see ads from the may, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. You should be aware that the production t 5s come in different flavors and ratings from 230 to 330 ftlbs of torque. I am collecting efi parts to swap this baby over and kick the carb. It was decidedthe vehicle would be a restomod project, given the fact it was a c code fastback. Cartech how to build ford restomod street machines paperback book.
After all, red is a bold color, and this modern clearcoat finish loves to radiate in the sunlight. The paint on this classic is about 5 years old and the transmission had. Only thing, its really just a graphics package applied to a standard mustang without any input from shelby american. If you are interested in purchasing a car, please call our showroom, or one of our sales associates. Get the best deal for 1966 ford mustang cars from the largest online selection at. One mans experience building a restomod 1966 mustang convertible on a budget. Semperfidos 1966 ford mustang convertible restoration. In a effort to do my floor pans and clean up the bottom of the car i figured the best way to do that would be to remove the rear end. Get the best deals on 1966 ford mustang cars when you shop the largest online selection. They were easier to fit a bigblock into, unlike the 19641.
Classic car looks and modern technology convenience. The knowledge in these pages comes from a lifetime of successful and failed restoration and restomod projects. Early model ford mustangs are a specialty at the restomod store and we are always proud to have one in our kansas city shop. Cj pony parts features 19641993 mustang restoration books at amazing prices. Ive recieved advice on headliner, leaking exhaustnoisy lifter, getting it running, engine and tranny id, etc. Average price for a clean 66 restomod mustang forums at. While some people paint a car, reupholster the seats, throw on some flowmasters, a new set of wheels, and call it good. For sale is a newly restored pro touring 1966 mustang. Ford mustang debuted on april 17, 1964, at the new yorks world fair. In my case it is a ppg colormatch of a lexus code from 2015 called sonic titanium or something like that. When swapping a t5 into a smallblock ford restomod, for best results, you should get a t5 from a v8powered 1990 to 1993 mustang. Restmod build with 3024v, v8 engine, tremec 5 speed transmission, racknpinion steering, disc brakes and limitedslip differential. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your.