Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Hey hey,
I've been reading your forums for awhile and it's been very helpful while fumbling around my 1963 Comet build. I appreciate the platform, this is my first classic "build"
My car:
1963 Comet Custom
Got her in 2021 and I just dug into her and found that her 289 had cracked bearing caps.....sad day. So after crying in my beer I went back to the drawing board...gonna pull the 289, upgrade to disc brakes, suspension, etc.. and do what any other Y chromosome carrying male would and put a bigger engine in later this year... is my hope. Big to do list, I'm sure I'll learn a ton
Currently trying to figure out all the details and best options for upgrading the steering, I assume it's I6 parts now and should probably upgrade now to the V8 steering.
I've been reading your forums for awhile and it's been very helpful while fumbling around my 1963 Comet build. I appreciate the platform, this is my first classic "build"
My car:
1963 Comet Custom
Got her in 2021 and I just dug into her and found that her 289 had cracked bearing caps.....sad day. So after crying in my beer I went back to the drawing board...gonna pull the 289, upgrade to disc brakes, suspension, etc.. and do what any other Y chromosome carrying male would and put a bigger engine in later this year... is my hope. Big to do list, I'm sure I'll learn a ton
Currently trying to figure out all the details and best options for upgrading the steering, I assume it's I6 parts now and should probably upgrade now to the V8 steering.
Marty, 1963 Comet Custom
Semper Fi
Semper Fi
Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
First off WELCOME!!
We love pics but bit of a problem as they need to be linked from a hosting site.
Looking forward to reading about your decisions and build.
Steering, you've probably read that 65 is the way to go and seeing as your car is a 6cyl car the steering box is right for the upgade.
Disc brakes are a very good idea, lots a info in the driveline section on what guys have done and or recommend.
Too bad about ths 289,, there's no fixing it eh?(ya Canadian, lol), a later 302 roller would make a great upgrade.
Fred
We love pics but bit of a problem as they need to be linked from a hosting site.
Looking forward to reading about your decisions and build.
Steering, you've probably read that 65 is the way to go and seeing as your car is a 6cyl car the steering box is right for the upgade.
Disc brakes are a very good idea, lots a info in the driveline section on what guys have done and or recommend.
Too bad about ths 289,, there's no fixing it eh?(ya Canadian, lol), a later 302 roller would make a great upgrade.
Fred
Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Howdy neighbor! Welcome on! I'm just down the road a piece, to your west,just on the other side of the Tn. river. Stick around!
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Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Howdy Doody!
Post pics, if you have time.
Joe
Post pics, if you have time.
Joe
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Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Welcome aboard! You're just down the road from Pigeon Forge where we have a gathering the first weekend in June every year. You should come this June. We usually have 20 to 30 guys show up with their cars, and about as many more show up without them, but everyone is talking and sharing Comet knowledge. It's a great opportunity to share and learn and see what others have done.
viewtopic.php?f=19&t=17089
Here's how lot's of guys post pics on the forum:
https://cometcentral.com/forum/viewtopi ... =1&t=16011
Jim
viewtopic.php?f=19&t=17089
Here's how lot's of guys post pics on the forum:
https://cometcentral.com/forum/viewtopi ... =1&t=16011
Jim
Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Thank you all for the warm welcome and help figuring out how to post pictures here. Glad to hear that some of you are out here locally, I was thinking about reaching out about any good "junk yards" in the area.
Here's Ol' Black Mattie:
Here's Ol' Black Mattie:
Marty, 1963 Comet Custom
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Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Looks like V8 steering already (5 lug wheels). Assuming it's originally 260 car w/ 289 transplant?
Fifth digit in the VIN would be 'F'.
Joe
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Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Welcome, that looks like a really nice Comet. Can't go wrong with a black car with red interior, always been a favorite color combo of mine.
1965 Mercury Cyclone former drag car, 1971 Boss 351 engine, 4 speed, ladder bars, etc. Now returned to a street car.
Larry
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Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
That is a GOOD lookin' Comet! You should start a build thread in the 60-63 Comets section so you can document your work and we can follow your progress. We love that stuff, and you'll probably get a lot of good advice that you hadn't thought to ask about. Guys that have been there/done that might see some issues coming that you haven't stepped in yet. Might save you some headaches.
Jim
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Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Same hereBoss/Cyclone wrote: ↑Sat Feb 04, 2023 10:34 amCan't go wrong with a black car with red interior, always been a favorite color combo of mine.
Had a black/red '66 Mustang & '75 Ranger F-100. Bought the wife a black/red Poncho T/A.
Cool to see this one. My '63 was originally black/red until a re-paint.
If I could find all of the stainless trim, might put it back.
Joe
Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Thanks, I wish.... it is a "U". I'm still trying to identify what spindle is on there, but I figured when I finish up with a couple of the interior items I'll get a cherry picker, pull the engine, and really dig in.Joe Travers wrote: ↑Sat Feb 04, 2023 12:41 amLooks like V8 steering already (5 lug wheels). Assuming it's originally 260 car w/ 289 transplant?
Fifth digit in the VIN would be 'F'.
Joe
It was red on red but the paint and body needed a little work so went ahead with the change.
Marty, 1963 Comet Custom
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Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Most likely the stock 63-4 V8 spindle.
Post a couple pics, we'll probably be able to tell if it is 6or 8 spindle. The part # is between the upper ball joint and wheel spindle center C3 or C5 first 2 if V8.
Post a couple pics, we'll probably be able to tell if it is 6or 8 spindle. The part # is between the upper ball joint and wheel spindle center C3 or C5 first 2 if V8.
Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Thank you, that helps! I'll take a look.
Marty, 1963 Comet Custom
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Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Marty, 1963 Comet Custom
Semper Fi
Semper Fi
Re: Hello from Murfreesboro, TN
Not sure from the pics need to see the tierod arm too.
Also post up a pic of the idler arm with frame mount, the 63-4 V8 one is unique.
Also post up a pic of the idler arm with frame mount, the 63-4 V8 one is unique.