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    1966-67 HCS vinyl top protectant/detailing

    Looking for the best product to use on they vinyl top of my GT/CS. The car stays in the garage with a cover, but the top is starting to look a bit dry. Any advice on what would be best to apply to the top?
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    For Sale 1968 California Special no#2 off the assembly line/by Marti report

    resto project FS near me.... https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/d/1968-california-special-no2/6585318313.html
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    1968 AC compressor needed!

    I am looking for a place to: 1) Sell me a rebuilt original Tecumseh AC compressor 2) Rebuild an original Tecumseh AC compressor This is the big heavy cast iron compressor. I need it to run R12 I tried Original Air but the wait is about 8 weeks for a rebuilt unit to be completed. I would like...
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    Wanted WTB for restoration: fan, fan shroud,AC compresor

    I have a 302 with AC in my GTCS. I would like to replace the following items: 1. Fan Shroud (larger size for AC..I think it is 24") - stock or NOS 2. Fan - stock or NOS 3. A/C compressor - stock or NOS (I think mine is a Tecumseh) Any advice on where I can get these items would be...
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    1968 Restoration: Fan shroud, Fan, AC compressor

    I have a 302 with AC in my GTCS. I would like to replace the following items: 1. Fan Shroud (larger size for AC..I think it is 24") - stock or NOS 2. Fan - stock or NOS 3. A/C compressor - stock or NOS (I think mine is a Tecumseh) Any advice on where I can get these items would be...
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    1968 302 4V exhaust manifolds ??

    Hey there experts! I am working on an engine restoration of my '68 GTCS. It's a 302 4V. The process is slow but fun! We've done some to the heads to improve flow and I would like to get some exhaust manifolds that have less constriction and allow the motor to breathe a bit better. I know that...
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    Wanted HiPo exhaust manifolds for 302 4V

    Hey y'all, I'm looking for some HiPo exhaust manifolds for my GT/CS 302 4V. I would like to get some original FoMoCo manifolds. Hit me up if you have anything you would like to sell, or if you know where I can find some. Cheers -Dave
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    1968 GT/CS Engine rebuild...go stock or mod?

    Hypotheically speaking, if one were to do a full engine rebuild on a '68 GT/CS, would you opt for a completely stock rebuild (standard head rockers, lifters, valves, cam, crank, pistons, etc)? Or, would you opt to upgrade the inside of the motor with a new rebuild kit, possibly a stroker...
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    For Sale my '68 GT/CS J Code

    Well, I really hate to do this but it looks like I probably need to sell my beloved GT/CS. Lots of house repairs to do and a work schedule that doesn't give me much time to take this car out and show it off much. So, I am putting it out there to see if anyone is hot for it. :grin: Here's the...
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    1968 windshield washer floor trigger pedal

    Hey guys, I picked up a J code GT/CS last summer and have been doing my best to keep it minty :smile: I noticed after I bought the car that there was a small pedal just above the bright light floor switch and below drivers side A/C vent. This footpedal is attached under the dash. I had asked...
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    Wanted GT/CS steering wheel

    I've got a GT/CS and the sterring wheel is pretty beat. I am looking for a replacement. Got one ? ...or do you know where I can find one ? Thanks -Dave
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    1968 Tappets, Rollercams & Zinc Additives

    Hey all, So I am doing some shopping and research about getting my J code GT/CS motor rebuilt. I've talked to a few shops, but one in particular is trying to sway me towards roller cams instead of the original tapped based top end. They are claiming that with the new oils available today, there...
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    1968 Oil pressure ???

    I just picked up a 68 GT/CS (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300322930288&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT) I took it to Mustang Ranch in San Jose CA to get a tune up and they are telling me the car has some metal shavings in the oil pan and low oil pressure...
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    1968 ???- 302 "off the line" acceleration

    I tried out a J code CS GT yesterday that I am working a deal on. Its got the original carb on it. I noticed that off the line (from a dead stop), it does not really jump up and chirp the tires (which is what I was expecting). I brought this up with the seller. He told me he had a "Holley made...
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