Thread: Ford top loader
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08-20-2022 03:52 PM #1
Ford top loader
Ian and I went to the swap meet at the fairgrounds and this is what we came home withIMG_7136.jpgIMG_7134.jpgIMG_7132.jpg
The case is a 64-66 Mustang and the tailshaft 67-71 galaxy 289-390. The shifter is original and we paid $950 for it the way it sits. The gears and synchros appear to be in good condition and everything moves smoothly.
I couldn't resist the grille with the original emblem for $50.Ken Thomas
NoT FaDe AwaY and the music didn't die
The simplest road is usually the last one sought
Wild Willie & AA/FA's The greatest show in drag racing
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08-21-2022 08:01 AM #2
good score. brass tells the story. i'm glad i got mine back when they were selling for around 400 .
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08-22-2022 07:01 AM #3
Just checked out David Kee's website and the tranny came in 68/69 Fairlane, Falcon 289,302 wide ratio 28 spline. From what I gather we might not have any modifications to the yoke or driveshaft.Last edited by NTFDAY; 08-22-2022 at 08:01 AM.
Ken Thomas
NoT FaDe AwaY and the music didn't die
The simplest road is usually the last one sought
Wild Willie & AA/FA's The greatest show in drag racing
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