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Q: How to correctly warm up my 1966 Ford Mustang?
I own a 1966 Mustang 289 V8. I want to know what is the best method of warming up the car in the morning. I usually push the gas twice (quickly) and the car is loud and accelerated. I think that might be too much gas and it is wasting more gas than i really need to. also, how long do you keep it idle until it is ready to be driven, 1 or 2 or even 5 minutes, before the engine is warmed up? Thanks.

A: Accelerated is good, shows that your choke is working. You can adjust the Choke idle speed by the screw on the Carb that is associated with the choke cam. Screw it out a little bit to drop the RPM if you want. If it's too low of an RPM then it will stall when you put it in gear. You can drive your car any time you want, you don't need to warm it up if it's in good condition. If it stalls when you put it in gear then you need to warm it up a few minutes. Most people warm up their cars not because of the engine but it's SO cold they want the heater and defroster to be working when they hop in. There's nothing worse than driving in the cold with no heat.

Q: What should I ask for a 302 long block automatic 1966 Ford Mustang V8 coupe needing to be restored?
I'm looking at a 1966 Ford Mustang coupe. It is an automatic transmission, and should be a 302 long block V8 engine. All parts should be original, but I am not positive. I was originally told it was a 289, but now he says it has a 302 long block engine with about 175k miles on it. It is a California car, so there shouldn't be any rust, although I have not inspected it. It apparently has not been run in about 20 years. I was told that an electrical problem prevented it from starting, and it's just been in storage since then. The engine and transmission SHOULD be functional but I can't be sure that everything works properly. It will likely need a completely new interior, and windshields, the engine probably needs to be rebuilt, and everything drained, since it's full of 20 year old gas. The dash is supposedly shattered from a rock through the back windshield. It does not have AC, and has been repainted a pale yellow color long ago, over the gray... I know nothing about these cars. Just to clarify, I am looking into buying this car and not selling it. This is a follow up on another question I asked yesterday. Like I said, I don't really know much about these mustangs, so I may have said incorrect things, but I did my best. Anything helps, thank you!! I have not been able to acquire the VIN yet, so can someone tell me what it is worth by what I described? ------------------------------- ~~~ UPDATE ------------------------------- The VIN number, or whatever it is on these older cars is 6r07c186121 , so the engine is type C meaning its a V8 200hp? Heres what I found from it: Year: 6 1966 Plant: R San Jose, CA Body Series:072 Door Hardtop Engine: C289 2v V8 Unit: 186121 186121 I said the engine is a 302 long block, but I don't think that is an actual engine, like I said I don't know what what I'm talking about. The owner stated that engine pieces were replaced by newer 302 long block parts - hopefully I'm making sense... ----------------------------- -------------------------------

A: [Revised] Plus options would be V8, C code 200 hp, A code 225 hp, K code 271 hp HiPerformance motor, automatic transmission, 4 speed manual, AC, PS, PB, Disc Brakes, GT package, Pony interior, Console, Bench front seat, Rally Pac, Vinyl top, Luggage or ski rack Minus would be the High mileage and 20 years of storage means lots of work. You will need to completely clean and or replace the fuel system, tank lines, pump and carb. The brakes will need the same thing, so you are looking at a lot of money. Prices start out at $2500 for running examples that need work and have some rust, to $15k for a restored one with some options. This would put yours at less than $2000, without seeing it, I would say offer him $1250, it's going to need a lot of work to just get it running and then a slow process to restore it. Good luck with it.. The first number in the vin code is the year, the last letter is the engine code, these can be found on a plate on drivers door and on the top of the fender drivers side. Check out group for more information and photos. http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/clas...

Q: how is a 1966 ford mustang manual transmission supposed to look?
I have a 1966 mustang and the owner before me tampered with the clutch and really messed it up. He jury rigged the return spring and know I have no idea how it's supposed to be. please send picture or a diagram to help. thank you very much.

A: http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/classicmustang/

Q: Does a 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible have a CD player?
I'm am looking to buy a used 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible in the next 3 years and was wondering if it can live up to my music needs. If it doesn't have a CD player, is it possible to install one? If so, about how much will it cost me? All possible answers are wanted. Thanks!

A: As mentioned, the '66 Mustang didn't have a CD player available, CD's weren't around then. You can have an aftermarket stereo installed, including a trunk mounted CD changer, without cutting up the dash. Check out Mustang parts places such as National Parts Deports or Mustangs Plus. They will have all the stuff you need. A good system for one of these will run you from about $200-$800, depending on the stereo and options you choose.

Q: What should I ask for a 1966 Ford Mustang which is in need of a restoration? It is a 289 automatic coupe.?
I am looking at a '66 Ford Mustang, a automatic 289 coupe. I really need a pricing guide like a checklist. I would like to know what makes it more valuable and what makes it less valuable. It would be great if someone could provide a checklist for all options of the car, for example if it's a V6 or a V8, because I'm not sure, or if there are certain aspects which need restoration, like rust, or cosmetic issues. The owner is reluctant to take the time to do the research, so I gave up on asking hopelessly for 6 months - and go ahead and do it for him. It does not run, and he says it needs to be restored. It will definitely need a new paint job, and likely some cosmetic work if not a lot. I dont know anything more than you know at this point. I'm not even 100% positive it is a 1966, but anything you can tell me helps, thanks. What I know at this point is it hasn't been run in 20 years, I don't know why yet. It has been sitting in a garage under boxes, so we'll see about any rust. It should have all original parts but I will confirm that too. I'm not sure, but isn't rust supposed to be less of a problem here in California? Unfortunately, my pockets are anything but deep, so I'm not sure how well this will go but... I will find out and update later today hopefully about everything, like original parts, miles, reason for not running 20 years ago, rust and body condition, AC, make sure it is a V8, and a 1966 model for that matter, and get the VIN number, or other ID numbers I can find. Thanks for your help so far!

A: Coupes are not the gold mine that fastbacks are. Just picked up a Mustang Milestones from Mustang and Ford trader and there are many factors to consider. They range from 27k to 4.5k. If you have resto to do I'd say that around 5-8k would be fair if the person buying it considers it a 20 footer. As in it looks good from that far away. Of course that depends on what is under the hood. An 8 is always worth more than a 6. Post a different question with what your car has and I'll be able to tell you better what its worth.

Q: Where can i find a Drum to Disc brake conversion kit for my 1966 Ford Mustang?
i have a 1966 Ford Mustang with a 302 and a automatic transmission with 10inch Drum Brakes all around and i want to convert it to Discs in the Front and keep the Drums in the rear my question is where can i find a COMPLETE conversion kit for this car $1000 is the limit thanks

A: several members in our group have done this, ask them at http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/classicmustang/

Q: i have a 1966 ford mustang, and acceleration dips up and down when going up hills. any suggestions? ?
Hey guys, so, just to reiterate, i drive a 1966 mustang, its a 289 v8, automatic. everything is running fine, except for when i go up hills. it seems like the acceleration "dips" a bit, almost as if its not getting enough fuel or something. I don't think its leaking anything, and I've checked the fluids, everything is topped up. any suggestions? Thanks!!!

A: hahahahah, someone told you to check your dirty fuel injectors or your faulty transmission!!! umm guess what guys, this old boy's got a carburetor and an old 3 speed auto! no electronics here fellas anyway, you problem sounds like a carb float problem. A carburetor's floats are designed to control the amount of fuel held in the bowls that is available to be pulled through the metering blocks. The carburetor jets should always be covered, but you don't want too much fuel in the bowls so that it sloshes out and into the vent tubes. If the floats are set too low, the fuel reserve in the bowls will be too small and increase the opportunity for the jets to become uncovered and the engine to run lean. If the floats are set too high, excessive fuel can slosh out of the bowls and into the vent tubes causing the engine to stumble. On the classic Holley carburetor, the accepted method for setting the float level is to run the engine until everything is warm, and with the engine at idle, unscrew the plugs in the sight windows for the float bowls. Raise the float just until fuel begins to escape from the window, then lower the float back down a bit and lock everything in place. when you go over the hill, your float may be too low, allowing the jets to be uncovered, or too high, allowing the fuel to slosh out... check your float level!

Q: How much is a 1966 Ford Mustang worth?
I own a 1966 Ford Mustang, and I was wondering how much I could sell it for. It has no rusting at all, everything is original, except for the tires, paint job, vinyl top and carburetor. It's an original GT that has it's rally pack. And here's a picture of it (bad quality cause it was taken on a camera phone) http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/foamsinmouth/042907_1302b.jpg?t=1182477053 And don't tell my to use Kelly's Blue Book, because the year doesn't go down to 1966. Okay here's more information, the mileage is only 75,000. The interior is pretty good, the only thing is there's a rip on the driver's seat on the bottom part, but all the other seats are in good condition.

A: Everything isn't original if you have a new paint job, vinyl top and carb. Original means its never been restored and the paint, top and interior plus mechanics are untouched. Heck with the Kelly Blue Book. If you had it painted the correct color and they did a great job and you want the money it's worth take it to an antique classic car appraiser. From that you will get a good market price and find the correct place to sell your car. Try EBAY for collector cars and also Hemmings Motor News which you will find in a book store. It's worth a lot of money to the right collector, it's just finding the person with the money. Looks like a good car.

Q: How do you install a steering column in a 1966 Ford Mustang?
I was rebuilding a 1966 Mustand and when I put the column in and started turning the wheel right it would tighten and when I turned it to the left it would be like it was "unwinding" what could I have done wrong?

A: you need a repair manual, it will tell you the do's and don'ts, this group will be a lot of help

Q: 1965 1966 Ford Mustang is the rear pony seat the same size in a convertible and coupe ?
will they both work for the seat frame and are they the same size ? for the Coupe and Conv. ? it also go's for a 66 mustang

A: not they're not, the convertible is smaller to make room for the top mechanism...

Q: 1966 ford mustang is it possible to chang a coupe to a fastback?
ok so after looking a thte frame and all that stuff i was wondering if is possible to make a coupe to a fastback. the frame looks like it would be able to just make once you buy the different parts such as the new quarter panels and windsheil and roof and new truck. does this sounds like it can be done?

A: while you can change a coupe to a fastback, the amount of work, and the investment of parts needed will far exceed the value of the resulting car. it would be far less expensive, to make a convertible out of a coupe.

Q: How do you put on the emblems for a 1966 Ford Mustang?
Do I just put the emblem adhesive on the back of the emblem or is there a part I need to put on it instead? The emblems have small pieces that stick out of the back of the emblems. Do I have to drill holes in my mustang or do I just apply the Emblem Adhesive?

A: Larry's right...older cars with studs coming out of the back side of the emblem had holes drilled in the sheet metal to the same stud pattern. They either used barrel clips which are small tubular clips that push in the hole and they have tiny little fingers that grip the hole and the studs on the emblems. Some emblems with larger studs used self threading nuts that held onto the studs from behind the sheetmetal. If you choose to, you can carefully snap off the studs and apply them with double faced tape made for that purpose although it's not correct. Just make sure they're in the right spot on the car and level.

Q: How much does a 1966 Ford Mustang sell for??
The body and trans need a little work but the engine is in very good condition. what price do you think I can sell it for? The body and trans need a little work but the engine is in very good condition. what price do you think I can sell it for? It''s a coupe, straight 6 engine, never been wrecked. Body has a few rust spots 2 of which ate through both about the size of a fist. Automatic. I'm not the original owner and I love in south texas I meant to put I live* in south texas

A: Check with a local Ford dealership. They should have the "Blue Book" value. Since a '66 is considered a classic they should have additional info depending on the condition of the car. "Classic Car" magazine has info as well.