COMET CENTRAL

It looks like the export brace that is common to early falcons and comets. I have the same one on mine. Ron Ron....when you say "export brace" is that the technical term for the brace, or do you mean an aftermarket part? The brace on the car in the link is narrow, curved and bolted in: [img http://...

What is the engine compartment stiffener that connects the shock towers to the firewall out of? It's obviously not original 65 Comet, which is wider, straight and welded in. Is it out of a Mustang?

Jim

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I was told that the engine in my 65 Cyclone is a 302 out of a 67 or 68 Mustang. I have numbers stamped in my block like you do, Joe, but they look like they were stamped by a one-armed monkey. I think the first character may be an 8, although there is only the lower portion and a little of upper rig...

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Hey Pop,ncgalax.......I know this isn't a tractor forum, but....one of the issues I have with the 8N is that the coolant looks like a butterscotch milkshake. There's no water in the crank case, but there must me a leak somewhere forcing oil into the cooling system. Someone told me it could be a bad ...

I've got a 1948 Ford 8N tractor that was my dad's. Still has the original 6V battery system and generator on it. Most 8N's you come across were converted to 12V and an alternator long ago. I've got to replace the split tires and leaking rear axle seals. We have an active antique tractor club in my a...

Welcome aboard! That 66 looks barn-fresh. You'll have fun bringing it back up to your standards. Anything you want to know in the process, the answer is probably already here with a search, or just ask and someone will know the answer. I love the vinegar/pepper based BBQ, but in middle SC where I am...

Wish I could dismantle my 65 Cyclone this easily. I could get my rebuild done in a weekend or two.

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Jim

Super Story! The stuff dreams are made of. I bought my first 65 Cyclone when I was 17 for $750, but I didn't get as many goodies as you did. And that was 1971! You made out like a bandit!! Go buy some lottery tickets. Welcome aboard. Jim

Welcome aboard. There's an answer to any question here. Enjoy your retirement. Do it right and you'll wonder how you ever had time to work. No better way to start it than with a Comet build. Jim

Welcome aboard. You'll find a wealth of knowledge freely shared here. Best place to be if you own a Comet. Jim

My son-in-law turned me on to using Shell Rotella T. It's actually intended as a multi-grade diesel motor oil, but is fine for gas engines as well. The benefit is that it contains 3 - 9% zinc, as well as 1 - 5% polymer additives. It's designed for the high temps and wear and tear of big diesels, exc...

Nuts would be a mild description!