37 Ford build--IE: old Header issues thread /37 Ford/5.0/GT40P heads

[bluestang67]

Yeah we never back up the pics soon enough do we . Looks like you have a rake I like Rich's look but may be a touch higher in the front.

[randyr]

Yeah we never back up the pics soon enough do we . Looks like you have a rake I like Rich's look but may be a touch higher in the front.

Yeah, I didn't have the dropped spindles at that time.

[bluestang67]

So you going to drop it lower in the front ???

[406Rich]

I`m running a weedeater axle from magnum axle 5.5 drop, with reversed sping eyes, I may add one more leaf tho, but haven`t committed to it yet, I `ve been noting all your improvements on the 9`inch, i have a`69 bronco housing at 58 inches, I located one `69 lincoln 31 spline right side axle for it, length is right for the left side bronco, now I just have to buy one axle for the right side, and looking for 300 or 310 posi third member and discs for it, its just fun doing the cheap.... But I do like your cobra setup....

[bluestang67]

With you Rich I like the cheap also . I picked a Explorer disc assembly for my Nine .

[randyr]

So you going to drop it lower in the front ???

Bobby, I think it's going to be a little lower in the front than that pic. It's a long story but my Mustang II (old style) front end was installed a little higher to accomodate the Ford oil pan back in the day. I've since got a rear sump so I don't have those issues but the crossmember is still in the same place. I have plenty of room to drop the car a little lower. Will probably be more like Rich's.

Rich, my rearend is from a 58 Ford wagon @57.25". It's a small bearing rear end. I did the Cobra conversion on the cheap too. Had to pay $150 for the bracket kit. Got the calipers & rotors from craigslist in good shape. Bought new hoses at $16 each, plus new ceramic pads at $50. So, it wasn't too bad to make the switch.

[406Rich]

Killer prices...you done a nice job on it too...!

[randyr]

Killer prices...you done a nice job on it too...!

Thanks, Rich! I'm anxious to see how it works.....but that'll be a while...

[randyr]

Here's a few examples of the approximate ride height I'm going for.....Ithink these a low enough to look cool and still be practical to drive on the street. Just have to watch for curbs...

[bluestang67]

Randy nice look But I will be going for a inch or so higher . More stock look with tires .

[randyr]

Randy nice look But I will be going for a inch or so higher . More stock look with tires .

That'll be cool too, Bobby. With the Cobra brakes I have to have at least 16" wheels on the back. I wanted to run 17's anyway so it's all good. Have you decided what color you're painting yours yet? I haven't.

[bluestang67]

Yeah the color will be a 37 Turquoise Blue like the hood and side covers on it now . I think that will era the car perfectly .

[randyr]

Yeah the color will be a 37 Turquoise Blue like the hood and side covers on it now . I think that will era the car perfectly .

That'll will be sweet! You gonna keep the wide whites on those rims or go with some wider steelies?

[randyr]

Also, Bobby, if you haven't done anything with your clutch pedal yet, on page 143 of Bob Drake's new catalog he has a 39 Hydraulic Brake & Clutch Pedal Assembly that's designed to use the orignal 3 bolt MC or the later 2 bolt Ford MC with dual reservoir. pt#91A-2473-K, $250. Don't think it lets you use a power booster if you wanted power brakes. Looks like a nice bolt-on unit for 35-38 Fords if you don't want to hassle with re-working yours.

[35fordcoupe]

Randy- Nice looking rear seat. They are comfortable and it looks great in your car, but a word of caution if you are not planning on reupolstering, the stitching has been known to bust open on those seats. I have not had trouble with mine yet (knock on wood), but it's something to think about.

Rich- do you have some more shots of your car? I really like the picture you posted.