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Recent content by dbeal

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    1968 Looking for some rivets for fog light brackets

    Hi, Haven't been on in a while, but back to work on my car.. am looking to see if someone has some rivets for the fog light brackets they would be willing to part with for a nominal fee. I really don't want to buy 800 or 1000 when I only need 8..If anyone has a dozen they would part with I...
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    SOLD 68 GTCS in Colorado Springs

    Sold!! GTCS is sold...
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    SOLD 68 GTCS in Colorado Springs

    I am selling my GTCS project. Here is the Ad on Craigslist locally. http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/3132310539.html We are moving and I am unable to complete the project nor can I take it with me. I would like this car to find a good home where she can be completed and be on the road...
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    Correct screws for fiber glass tail light panel

    Ok guys....where do I get the correct screws to mount the fiberglass tail light panel or a reasonable replacement? Darrell
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    upper tail light panel mounting

    Yes it helps a ton!.. Thanks!
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    upper tail light panel mounting

    I'm finally back to work on my GTCS after a 2 year break and am getting ready to mount the fiberglass tail light panel. The original was broken and missing with only the bottom portion of the panel attached. The upper was completely missing. The sheet metal tail light panel was replaced with...
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    Steering box lube

    Ok..where does one get that grease???????
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    Steering box lube

    What kind of lube is used on the steering box? I have the 16 to 1 with power assist. I have not been able to have anyone tell me so far what the heck to use..I know its dry... Darrell
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    When is new book coming out

    Paul, When is your new GT/CS book coming out. I've been looking for it for a while Thanks Darrell
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    1968 Mustang Headrests--Dealer Option

    From the factory they were dual post similar to the 69. I say similar in that they were form fitted almost like the dash pad. They were not upholstered. My car is supposed to have those too. Unfortunately the ones in the car were too badly rusted, and deteriorated to save..I have been...
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    Side Scoop mounting help

    Thanks!! here comes the drill!!!
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    Side Scoop mounting help

    That would be great! How far down from the top of the body line and how far in from the front of the quarter panel
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    Power Brake Pedal

    the brake pedal is on a different pivot point. If you look closely you can see the bolt that holds the power brake pedal. I'm concerned with the pedal itself... Is it the right one, and is it normal to have it sit almost 3 " lower when it is attached to the booster? That does not seem right.
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    Power Brake Pedal

    I picked up a power brake pedal off of Ebay (I know....) that was supposed to be off of a 68 cougar. When it is mounted to the power booster it sits almost 3 inches lower (closer to the floorboard) than the clutch pedal. I pulled the whole assembly out for another reason and have attached a...
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    Steering column install need help!

    I finally figured it out!!!! The front of the brake pedal support is attached to the dash via 2 studs, which hang down, and the steering column attaches to that..Thanks to everyone for their help and pictures..I dug through my bolt box until I found 2 studs that appear to be correct. They had...
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