Author Topic: 1965 fastback restoration (Read 70974 times)

rp1966 · « **Reply #50 on:** September 16, 2012, 08:15:12 pm »

Hi. Once you have transferred the vin over from the old shell your done. You don't need to tell the RTA anything else simply produce the import approval for the original import and away you go. They wont know it's a new shell unless you tell them.

rp1966 · « **Reply #51 on:** November 22, 2012, 07:16:31 pm »

Hi all. I have managed to get the front lower cowl in and the new firewall with both rear L/H & R/H inner fendersl

rp1966 · « **Reply #52 on:** November 22, 2012, 07:20:26 pm »

Much more work than I thought . Gone through many drill bits drilling out all those spot welds.

rp1966 · « **Reply #53 on:** November 22, 2012, 07:30:58 pm »

Found out the left hand rail was also not too my standard. Found a complete rail from of all places "brock auto parts" in lilydale. Every mustang dealer in the country wanted $300+. At that price I was gonna repair it but when I found it for $165 from these guys I thought why not do it 100%.

Ash · « **Reply #54 on:** November 22, 2012, 07:32:06 pm »

Looking good. A lot of work to get to the point your at!

I've been using one of these drill bits to drill out the spot welds. I think it is a knock off of a much dearer type but they work well I have found. The blades last pretty good, and they have two cutting sides. Replacement blades are cheap as well.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/HSS-3-8-10mm-Spot-Weld-Welder-Drill-Cutter-Free-Postage-/271108134478?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f1f4dd64e

rocket · « **Reply #55 on:** November 22, 2012, 07:44:04 pm »

rp1966, When you put up the first photo of the fastback i thought you were very game, but you are obviously up to the task.

That is quality work you are doing

Kudos to you.

Hope you post photos of your progress more often.

Rocket.

66 Hertz · « **Reply #56 on:** November 22, 2012, 07:55:30 pm »

great job. keep up the updates!

rp1966 · « **Reply #57 on:** November 22, 2012, 08:09:25 pm »

Had enough of the spot weld cutting and welding so I couldn't wait to see if my 4 wheel 1965 disk break kit from the US would fit as stated. The diff was pulled out and so I decided to see how this kit would fit. Too my enjoyment it was easy and fitted perfectly. The whole kit was $1099 and comes with every part including the brake booster,master cylinder,hand brake cables. callipers,slotted disks,break lines. Every possible conversion bit appears to be included. The only thing I need to do will be to run a new break line from the front to the back. Which I needed to change anyway

rp1966 · « **Reply #58 on:** November 22, 2012, 08:17:15 pm »

By the way the photo of the disk set up is only temp. The diff will be fully restored and painted before the break system is re-installed. I was just anxious about its fitment. I wish I had bought more of these at the time as I have not seen a better system on sale in Australia. Here you are lucky just to get the front disk break set up for the same price.

jdwebb · « **Reply #59 on:** December 22, 2012, 09:13:15 pm »

Hi rp1966,

What brand and where did you get the disc brake kit from in the US?

Thanks

rp1966 · « **Reply #60 on:** December 30, 2012, 12:51:55 pm »

Hi all. I bought this complete break kit on line from MANATEE MUSTANG SUPPLY INC in Ellenton Florida USA. The cost of the kit was $1099 and I got it delivered to a friends car in Los Angeles which was sitting on the docks. It arrived 2 months later and customs didn't charge me the gst. They only hit the importer for the cost of the 67 fastback. Goodluck for me. Anyway I enquired about delivery to Australia and they said they would ship it international to Australia for $400. In my opinion thats not bad

Ash · « **Reply #61 on:** December 30, 2012, 12:56:55 pm »

I agree, that's an impressive price for all that even with the $400 shipping.

rp1966 · « **Reply #62 on:** December 30, 2012, 01:00:27 pm »

I should have bought 10 kits at the time and sold them on ebay.

rp1966 · « **Reply #63 on:** December 30, 2012, 04:47:17 pm »

1965-1966 V-8 Front and rear Power Disc-Brake conversion kit. Convert your drum car to disc-brakes. This kit includes drilled and slotted rotors (matches our front disc brake kits) calipers, universal E-Brake cables, all brackets, hoses and hardware that you will need to complete this conversion. This kit will work on most 14 inch or larger wheels. This kit includes booster, dual master cylinder, distribution valve, all hoses and all hardware needed to convert your mustang to 4 wheel power disc brakes. If more information is needed regarding our disc-brake kit please feel free to call us at 1-800-343-3151

We also have 1965-1968 6 Cylinder 4 lug power disc brake kits available. Call for more information.

We will gladly ship internationally, just contact us with your country, city code, and postal code for a rate quote.

Take advantage of this wholesale price while quantities last.

Please allow up to 10 working days for us to custom build your kit. (Note that this does not include shipping time, which is calculated on a business day standard that does not include weekends or holidays)

please specify year of car, and automatic pedal or standard shift pedal when ordering

We will gladly ship internationally, just contact us with your country, city code, and postal code for a rate quote.

We charge discounted flate rate shipping by UPS. we do not charge a handling fee.

jdwebb · « **Reply #64 on:** January 04, 2013, 02:21:26 pm »

Thanks RP1966, the kit sure does look pretty good.

rp1966 · « **Reply #65 on:** January 20, 2013, 08:04:11 pm »

Hi all. Pulled my finger out over xmas. Managed to get the full floor pan in. Still not welded in as I am checking for fitment and alignment. I am very happy with the installation so far.

rp1966 · « **Reply #66 on:** January 20, 2013, 08:12:10 pm »

Also put in a full one piece trunk. Putting this in was much more work than the one piece floor pan

rp1966 · « **Reply #67 on:** January 20, 2013, 08:15:01 pm »

Again nothing is welded in yet until it is all squared up and level.

rp1966 · « **Reply #68 on:** January 24, 2013, 10:39:24 pm »

Removed the rear trunk and after confirming it's correct alignment I painted the inside of the rear rails with an epoxy anti rust treatment. Should never rust again.

rp1966 · « **Reply #69 on:** January 24, 2013, 10:43:45 pm »

whilst the epoxy was drying I marked out and drilled all the holes in the trunk floor and fitted it back into position.

rp1966 · « **Reply #70 on:** January 24, 2013, 10:54:57 pm »

I screwed the trunk into position and then installed both wheel house's, rear deck filler panel and both quarter panels. Again everything is screwed together to make sure it all lines up and is square. Here are some pix.

chopmgw · « **Reply #71 on:** January 25, 2013, 02:13:12 am »

Excellent progress. Well done !
Starting to look like a car again.

66 Hertz · « **Reply #72 on:** January 25, 2013, 09:17:23 am »

looking great, keep it up!

rp1966 · « **Reply #73 on:** January 25, 2013, 09:13:06 pm »

. Hi guys found my next project on shermatts florida finds. Asking price is only $4500. Good buy I recon. I think I will get matt to have a look at this one. What do you guys think.

chopmgw · « **Reply #74 on:** January 26, 2013, 02:01:05 am »

I think u should concentrate on that one u got and leave that other one for me

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