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by joswald
Sat Sep 23, 2023 2:31 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: ATF for 1964 Comet
Replies: 2
Views: 401

ATF for 1964 Comet

I am looking for a replacement fluid for my automatic transmission. It originally took type A but that is discontinued. I am open to suggestions. Thanks.
by joswald
Sun Jul 02, 2023 11:58 am
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: Door Weather Stripping for 4door 1964 Comet
Replies: 1
Views: 239

Door Weather Stripping for 4door 1964 Comet

Hello everyone. I'm looking to replace the door weather stripping around the doors of my 4 door Comet. Does anyone make a set for a 4 door version?
by joswald
Fri Oct 07, 2022 1:54 pm
Forum: Small Six Performance
Topic: OCTANE BOOST
Replies: 2
Views: 732

OCTANE BOOST

Hello everyone. My question pertains to octane boost for our fuel. I have a '64 Comet with a 200c.i. AT. The engine is bone stock. Should I consider any kind of fuel additive?
by joswald
Mon Aug 22, 2022 6:08 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: C7OZ-5A486-A ?
Replies: 6
Views: 1131

Re: C7OZ-5A486-A ?

Thanks everyone for the good info.
by joswald
Mon Aug 15, 2022 8:15 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: C7OZ-5A486-A ?
Replies: 6
Views: 1131

C7OZ-5A486-A ?

Hello everyone. I need help with this part number. It is a sway bar link kit. I have two of them. They are NOS. My son is a Ford service tech at a local Ford dealer and these were going to be discarded. Luckily my son appreciates old things like I do.( I guess that's why he likes me. LOL) All I know...
by joswald
Tue Jun 29, 2021 3:32 pm
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Vinyl Floor Covering-1964 4 door model
Replies: 1
Views: 580

Vinyl Floor Covering-1964 4 door model

Hello everyone. When I started the rust repair on my 1964 202 4 door I remember removing a vinyl floor covering. There was no way to save it. Does anyone know if this piece is being made by any company. The color and pattern matched the trunk floor covering. I'm looking for possibly a black rubber f...
by joswald
Sun Jun 20, 2021 6:31 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: Aftermarket Steering Wheels
Replies: 6
Views: 956

Aftermarket Steering Wheels

Hello everyone. My stock steering wheel is shot. Too many cracks to try and save it. I would like to hear any feedback on aftermarket steering wheels. Good, bad or indifferent. One brand better than another. Thanks for your advise.
by joswald
Sun Jun 20, 2021 6:27 pm
Forum: Wanted
Topic: 1964 Steering Wheel
Replies: 10
Views: 1390

1964 Steering Wheel

My steering wheel is shot. It has cracks everywhere. Are there any stock steering wheels out there that are in decent condition?
by joswald
Mon May 31, 2021 8:13 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: No Parking Lights-1964 Comet
Replies: 2
Views: 559

No Parking Lights-1964 Comet

OK I have no idea what happened. I have no front parking lights or front turn signals. The light in the back work. I didn't touch anything. I find electrical problems the worst.
by joswald
Tue May 11, 2021 5:44 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: 4Lug Front Disc Brakes
Replies: 3
Views: 610

4Lug Front Disc Brakes

Greetings everyone. I know this question has been asked before. I have a 1964 Comet six cylinder with drum brakes all around. I would like to convert to front disc brakes. I can not afford $1000 for a system. I want to keep the four lug wheels. Any input would be appreciated.
by joswald
Wed Mar 24, 2021 6:46 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: Add a Windshield Washer Set Up
Replies: 11
Views: 1285

Add a Windshield Washer Set Up

Hello everyone. I was thinking of adding a windshield washer set up to my 1964 Comet. I don't need originality I need functionality. Any and all ideas will be appreciated.
by joswald
Fri Mar 19, 2021 5:05 pm
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Steering Wheel Cover that You Lace On
Replies: 3
Views: 848

Re: Steering Wheel Cover that You Lace On

Thanks everyone for the response,
by joswald
Sun Mar 14, 2021 7:02 pm
Forum: All in the Family, Comet's Ford Sisters
Topic: Ford Fairmont Crown Coupe
Replies: 3
Views: 2133

Re: Ford Fairmont Crown Coupe

I remember being at Maple Grove Raceway many years ago for their Ford Motorsport Nationals and saw what looked like a Fairmont Ranchero. It was very well constructed. I guessing some small outfit decided to make something different,
by joswald
Sun Mar 14, 2021 6:51 pm
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Steering Wheel Cover that You Lace On
Replies: 3
Views: 848

Steering Wheel Cover that You Lace On

I remember these faux leather covers that had the vinyl lacing. Does anyone know if they are still available?
by joswald
Wed Feb 10, 2021 8:21 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: 1964 Comet Steering Column Blues.
Replies: 1
Views: 516

1964 Comet Steering Column Blues.

Howdy. I have a 1964 Comet with the gear selector on the column. The problem is the selector can come out of gear just by pulling the gear selector. There doesn't seem to be anything holding the selector in gear. A can this be fixed? B if not what are my options?