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by redstangbob
Wed Feb 01, 2023 10:46 am
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1965 Ford Thunderbird Shift Linkage
Replies: 10
Views: 1404

Re: 1965 Ford Thunderbird Shift Linkage

The 65 is now a resident of Maine, so all I have are pictures. This is the best I have, hope it helps.
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by redstangbob
Fri Jan 27, 2023 2:31 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1966 Ammeter shunt wiring. Too much shunt ?
Replies: 13
Views: 945

Re: 1966 Ammeter shunt wiring. Too much shunt ?

Magpie, I see you joined us 5 years ago. Surely you've seen the many posts on the limited movement of the 66 ammeter. The Flairbird used an Amp gauge as opposed to the 3rd gen charge light, as you know. The 64s burned up because all electrical load was passed directly through the ammeter. In 65 the ...
by redstangbob
Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:53 am
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1966 63C Q Code 428 Emergency Flasher problem
Replies: 6
Views: 500

Re: 1966 63C M Code 428 Emergency Flasher problem

I took a quick look at the schematic, they can confuse as they are representative and not always easy to follow. first I would tell you never, well almost never, diagnose these circuits with a meter. Always use an incandescent test light that will carry a load or you will fool yourself all the time....
by redstangbob
Sun Dec 25, 2022 9:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Replacement door ID tag
Replies: 3
Views: 695

Re: Replacement door ID tag

look at the replacement tags, then pick your car. get the rivets too. Good luck, Bob C
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by redstangbob
Sat Dec 24, 2022 11:49 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: engine bay questions
Replies: 121
Views: 7663

Re: engine bay questions

A drain for the evaporator?
yes. here's a different view. also notice the nipple for the tube that supplies air to the blower motor.
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by redstangbob
Sat Dec 24, 2022 3:21 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: engine bay questions
Replies: 121
Views: 7663

Re: engine bay questions

That is what's left of the rubber cover for the A/C condensate drain, most are deteriorated like that. Good Luck, Bob C
by redstangbob
Sun Dec 18, 2022 2:05 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: CORRECT HEATER HOSE SET UP
Replies: 20
Views: 2110

Re: CORRECT HEATER HOSE SET UP

Existing one is 1" square. Replacement is 7/8" hex. Which is original? This is what you should have. Good luck. Bob C 103-0326_IMG.JPG Starting at the dual manifold fitting where the coolant runs out...one hose connects to the smaller opening, goes thru carb choke clamp and connects to th...
by redstangbob
Fri Dec 16, 2022 12:28 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Hello and Headliner Questions
Replies: 7
Views: 648

Re: Hello and Headliner Questions

Lakeside Bird, welcome to the club. I see you've figured out how to post a picture, that's half the battle around here :lol: The thing I would stress to you is about the swing away column, USE IT!!! When moved to the right, the shifter is prevented from slipping out of PARK, and they will slip out. ...
by redstangbob
Thu Dec 15, 2022 9:53 am
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1964-1966 original upper door trim Garnishes
Replies: 6
Views: 470

Re: 1964-1966 original upper door trim Garnishes

My 65 had them, it's called a quarter lock filler and can be found in the body and trim manual. Good luck, Bob C
by redstangbob
Mon Dec 12, 2022 9:06 am
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Jamco dual master cylinder and booster conversion
Replies: 25
Views: 3444

Re: Jamco dual master cylinder and booster conversion

https://www.vintagethunderbirdclub.net/phpBB3/download/file.php?mode=view&id=6498 this picture shows the valve underneath, is this what you have? Their site shows it has to be ordered separately depending on your application. Have fun, I'll be doing something like this on my 59 one of these days...
by redstangbob
Sun Dec 11, 2022 9:35 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Jamco dual master cylinder and booster conversion
Replies: 25
Views: 3444

Re: Jamco dual master cylinder and booster conversion

The Jamco picture shows a booster and master cylinder, I have to believe the prop valve is separate and not shown. The master cylinder should have a residual valve built in if you select disc front/ drum rear. JMO, Bob C
by redstangbob
Sat Dec 10, 2022 9:25 pm
Forum: 1958-1960 Thunderbirds
Topic: 59 manual transmission, tail housing colors
Replies: 5
Views: 1068

Re: 59 manual transmission, tail housing colors

Do you know if the same paint was used on the differential carrier housing
That I wouldn't want to bet on, I kind of doubt it. Glyptal is pricey, I used a quality red oxide primer then top coated with a mat clear for wheels. It still looks good after 12 years.
by redstangbob
Sat Dec 10, 2022 1:46 pm
Forum: 1958-1960 Thunderbirds
Topic: 59 manual transmission, tail housing colors
Replies: 5
Views: 1068

Re: 59 manual transmission, tail housing colors

The paint you see inside the trans case is Glyptal, still being used today. good luck, Bob C
by redstangbob
Thu Dec 08, 2022 9:58 am
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: 62 Electric Wiper Motor
Replies: 6
Views: 606

Re: 62 Electric Wiper Motor

Although I don't recall coming across this problem before, I'll take a stab at it. Unfortunately Ford didn't elaborate on the wipers in the 62 or the 61 shop manual. I think what I see is a two speed wiper motor, 4 wires all together. The black/white wire supplies power to run the motor in hi and lo...
by redstangbob
Wed Dec 07, 2022 5:25 pm
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: Carb identification
Replies: 7
Views: 545

Re: Carb identification

I went to my 4100 collection (I have 7 left), and checked the 1963 carb. As I remembered the left front foot is stamped (not cast) with the carbs intended designation. 4100's in the 50's weren't marked like that. Ask the seller to look carefully near the left front bolt hole for the number. The carb...