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Mail From: Doug Robertson (email redacted)

Hi,

I'm new to the list. In fact I don't even own a Mustang yet. I may have
located a 1968 that I am interested in. I don't know what motor or
transmission it has yet. What sort of things should I look for as far as
typical problem areas?

Is there a FAQ area for this mailing list?

I'm interested in putting a larger engine in it some day. What would my
options be? 351? 390? 427?

Anyone know of any Mustang or Ford shows coming up in SoCal?

Thanks.
-DR



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Mail From: Mark Meswarb (email redacted)

Doug,

If you really think you want to run a big block someday (gas eating,
over heating, etc.) you might be better off to spend more and get a big
block car to start with. In any case, you definitely want to start with
a V-8 car. 6-cyl cars have smaller brakes, smaller radiators, 4-bolt
wheels, soft springs and whimpy rear-ends. All of which would have to be
replaced if you wanted to convert to a V-8.

Good Luck,
Mark

Doug Robertson wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> I'm new to the list. In fact I don't even own a Mustang yet. I may have
> located a 1968 that I am interested in. I don't know what motor or
> transmission it has yet. What sort of things should I look for as far as
> typical problem areas?
>
> Is there a FAQ area for this mailing list?
>
> I'm interested in putting a larger engine in it some day. What would my
> options be? 351? 390? 427?
>
> Anyone know of any Mustang or Ford shows coming up in SoCal?
>
> Thanks.
> -DR
>
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Mail From: Steve Kent (email redacted)

As far as the '68, I would examine the shock towers for hairline cracks.
Almost all '67/'68's have cracks (maybe other years too), but it is just a
matter of deciding to what extent you are willing to invest in repairing
them or just putting up with them if they aren't that bad.

Every April, the best of the best Ford shows is held at Knott's Berry Farm
in Buena Park. The show is aptly named Fabulous Fords Forever. It is
absolutely huge and has just about every kind of Ford you could ever see in
one place. I showed my car at the show, or at a minimum, attended it for
eight continuous years! That is, until I moved to Texas.

Good luck with your purchase!

Steve Kent


Doug Robertson wrote:

> Hi,
>
> I'm new to the list. In fact I don't even own a Mustang yet. I may have
> located a 1968 that I am interested in. I don't know what motor or
> transmission it has yet. What sort of things should I look for as far as
> typical problem areas?
>
> Is there a FAQ area for this mailing list?
>
> I'm interested in putting a larger engine in it some day. What would my
> options be? 351? 390? 427?
>
> Anyone know of any Mustang or Ford shows coming up in SoCal?
>
> Thanks.
> -DR
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
> All the list info you'll ever want: antler.moose.to/~server/cm



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Steve Kent
'67 Coupe - netcom.com/~skent/mustang/1967/67stang.html
'90 LX - netcom.com/~skent/mustang/1990/90stang.html
'96 Explorer XLT V8



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Mail From: Karl (email redacted)

> > Hi,
> >
> > I'm new to the list. In fact I don't even own a Mustang yet. I may have
> > located a 1968 that I am interested in. I don't know what motor or
> > transmission it has yet. What sort of things should I look for as far as
> > typical problem areas?
> >
> > Is there a FAQ area for this mailing list?
> >
> > I'm interested in putting a larger engine in it some day. What would my
> > options be? 351? 390? 427?
> >
> > Anyone know of any Mustang or Ford shows coming up in SoCal?
> >
> > Thanks.
> > -DR

Doug,

If you are interested, there are a couple of Mustang Club meetings this week.

One on Tuesday night, in Torrance, and, one on Wednesday night in Fullerton.

If you are interested, and want more info, give me a call at work.
562 633-2393


--
Karl Rotcavich
Mustang Country International
mustangcountryintl.com



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