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10-19-2014, 12:12 AM | #1 |
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Ford vs Chevy Build-up
Just about to pull the trigger on a 1990 Mustang GT convertible, 302 auto. Any glaring reasons not to pursue this? Natural class will be O/SA with a factor of 220hp. I'll be pulling the trailer behind me in the morning to go look at the car...if it's in decent shape it may be following me home. I'm open to all critics or supporters on this one.
Lord, look at my post count...this is not the sign I was looking for lol. Just found an even nicer '89 model for less money...less weight and lower hp factor too!
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Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up
Definite supporter here. Nice looking car. Did it follow you home ?
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10-19-2014, 09:21 AM | #3 |
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Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up
HandMan,
building a convertible body is the next best thing to a removable bed
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Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up
On the flex plate make sure you have the right size bolt circle pattern to match your converter.
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10-19-2014, 09:23 AM | #5 |
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Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up
Hmmm...something looks fishy...a chevy guy saying he's going to build/race a ford and his post count is the sign of the devil....coincidence????
LOL!!! That's just proves you're coming from the dark side to the "right side" LOL! So..did it follow you home? |
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The '90 model is located nearby...the '89 model pictured above is somewhat further, but it is completely unmolested and original and cheaper to boot ($2500 obo). The '89 has a slipping trans, but that is of no concern to me...I have yet been able to contact this party tho. The only pic I have of the '90 is this interior shot...this car has a blown airbag, but no wreck involved supposedly. Again, this would not concern me as it would be deleted anyway. Of more concern is the shape of the body as that is where the real work would be for me with either car.
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Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up
Jump in, the water is fine...................far less $ than a Camaro and race for the same purse, do the math. You could invest the left over $ in shoe polish, you will need it!!
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Still unable to contact the party with the '89. Headed north right now to view the '90.
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Yes 10 1/2' is correct.
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Been really busy lately but here is the biggest bang for your bucks. Start with these 3 camshaft, rear gears and low gear set in a C4 is a must with that heavy of car these will be your biggest gains on et. Yes the roll bar, front springs and rear suspension are a must also. Could type more but it is lunch time.
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