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As I mentioned last time (and again in this video) I am searching for my next project.
With #ProjectSportsRoof settled in its new home and getting ready for paint, I’m looking for my always coveted C3.
I’m going to chronicle the search here and in my group on Facebook Average Guy’s Car Restorations and Projects https://www.facebook.com/groups/448659875541893.
This video kicks this search off. Enjoy.
TIM
When I added the Delta 45’s to #ProjectSportRoof – #SR73, the tailpipes came up short. I’m not sure why that happened and I’m not sure why I didn’t notice it. But hey it gave me a quick project while I’m on our fall break.
I was going to polish up the ends but I’m going to shop for some chrome ends. Drop Me some suggestions.
Here is the video:
Tim
I was chatting with someone online about cars and I recalled driving home with my first Mustang project car. It was a 1970 Coupe, not fastback, or Mach I, not even a Grande. You can still find so of the work on that car here on my blog. I purchased the car in Phx, Az. from a lady who got the car from her mom. Her mom was the first owner. It was 6 cylinder (250) with a/c and in pretty good shape. I remember driving it down the freeway not knowing much about it mechanically and I didn’t want to temp fate by turning on the a/c, just needed it to make back to Tucson. I wish I had recorded that drive, but it would not have been comparable to the ride home in #ProjectSportsRoof. Now that one I did record.
So, I thought I’d put together a quick video showing the drive home and toss some before pics and a “now’ video snippet. Here ya go!
I think not.
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Tim
Pandemic starting to fade, school about to end, I think it’s about time to get to the auto parts store, minus the mask and get some work done.
But first let’s start with a drive in 73 Mustang (#ProjectSportsRoof).
Enjoy the drive.
Welcome back to Average Guys Car Restoration.
COVID hasn’t been fun but Bill still managed to get some work done on his beautiful 1968 Road Runner.
Check out his work on the differential.
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Tim
#ProjectSportsRoof
#ProjectBeepBeep
Yes…yes…yes….it’s been a while but you can look forward to see more work being done on #ProjectSportsRoof (soon to be #SR73 —get it? SportsRoof – 1973 Mustang…yeah?….cool)
Enjoy the video and I’ll have more coming up with my 73 Stang and a few things with going on with #ProjectBeepBeep – Bill’s 1968 Road Runner.
Tim
#ProjectSportsRoof
#SR73
#ProjectBeepBeep
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After finishing up what was a 9 hour day of just leaf spring work, I took a couple days off to recover (not as young as I use to be) and now it’s time to see if there’s any improvement in handling and ride with #ProjectSportsRoof. Oh…O.K. and to see if any ‘parts’ fall off. So I took the 73 Stang out for a walk.
Check it out:
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Tim
Welcome back.
Install of the new leaf springs on #ProjectSportsRoof was pretty straight forward.
Check it out:
The left side went a bit smoother (lessons learned).
Now a test drive in order!!! That’s coming up.
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Tim
In the last post I prepped #ProjectSportsRoof bolts and nuts for removal. I treated them twice a day for two days (sprayed with Liquid Wrench) in hopes they would be easier.
This post, I’m removing and install the new leaf springs. Pay attention to a couple of safety tips in the video.
Next up a test drive to see how the new springs preform.
Thanks for check in.
Tim
Thanks for stopping to take a peak at what is going on with #ProjectSportsRoof!!!
My 73 Mustang still has it’s original leaf springs and you can tell they are falling apart and sagging.
Several area were the spring is separating.
After a look at the old springs, not only are they sagging and separating they have been on since May 1, 1973 (only 47 years). Bolts are pretty rusted. Take a look:
Also the look for finishing up the seat upholstery that is coming shortly.
Tim
