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by Rt.146
Wed May 10, 2023 5:54 am
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: an interesting window modification from Craigslist
Replies: 16
Views: 1049

Re: an interesting window modification from Craigslist

I find it an interesting idea, it can feel a little enclosed back there, even though the front door windows are large, what is not shown is how the sail panels fit was adjusted to the window.
by Rt.146
Tue May 09, 2023 12:35 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: an interesting window modification from Craigslist
Replies: 16
Views: 1049

Re: an interesting window modification from Craigslist

This window design is why they build the cars in clay, for revision, with the right frame along with a hinge to open the window, it could be more acceptable, then if not satisfied one could retrofit with a functioning porthole like some early Birds had, thought those portholes did not open, I believe.
by Rt.146
Mon May 08, 2023 7:39 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Ballast resistor
Replies: 8
Views: 675

Re: Ballast resistor

A fiend seems to think the pink wire or the wire that heats up to keep the points from pitting is disconnected somewhere, what lead him to that thought, I do not know, except a external ballast resistor he thinks would be a good idea.
by Rt.146
Mon May 08, 2023 6:06 am
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Ballast resistor
Replies: 8
Views: 675

Ballast resistor

Did the 64-66 Bird's come with, more so, the 66 come with a ballast resistor, I guess between the coil and distributor to help keep the points from burning out?
by Rt.146
Thu May 04, 2023 8:33 am
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Windshield weatherstrip
Replies: 6
Views: 403

Re: Windshield weatherstrip

Thanks, have you ever used their products? Their windshield weatherstrip particularly? I have used their products for my roof side rails, doors, vent windows (which are a lot of fun, requiring the window to be removed from the door and the re- installation which can be even more fun) and trunk gask...
by Rt.146
Wed May 03, 2023 5:40 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Windshield weatherstrip
Replies: 6
Views: 403

Re: Windshield weatherstrip

Try, Steele Rubber Products.
by Rt.146
Tue Apr 25, 2023 9:07 am
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: insulation in behind front fender splash guards
Replies: 15
Views: 978

Re: insulation in behind front fender splash guards

These cars were built to be quiet, dual resonators and mufflers, helped. And fiberglass insulation added to the quiet ride, in the trunk on the side up and inside where the hinges are on top of the wheel wells, there is more insulation like large loafs of bread inside the space, even more so the &qu...
by Rt.146
Wed Apr 19, 2023 8:22 am
Forum: 1967-1971 Thunderbirds
Topic: My 67 after a 3.5 year restoration
Replies: 15
Views: 1895

Re: My 67 after a 3.5 year restoration

"My only disappointment with the project was our failure to find replacement door and window weatherstripping." Did you try Steele Rubber?
by Rt.146
Mon Apr 17, 2023 3:56 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1964 Thunderbird - New to me, First T-Bird
Replies: 4
Views: 398

Re: 1964 Thunderbird - New to me, First T-Bird

58-60 year old cars, can be very problematic every where if not maintained through out their life, one problem I experienced was the differential, needing new gears one of the main reasons is the rear differential gear oil, if never change and flushed turns into a tar like substance, so a differenti...
by Rt.146
Tue Apr 04, 2023 8:25 am
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Gas pedal to carb linkage
Replies: 7
Views: 521

Re: Gas pedal to carb linkage

There are varying opinions on how to hook up the gas pedal linkage almost as many as what Break in Oil to use! I found this link and video that I used to hook up mine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJqiXDJ ... birdRepair
by Rt.146
Sun Mar 12, 2023 7:02 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Rear subframe rail rust, mouse nests
Replies: 38
Views: 4079

Re: Rear subframe rail rust, mouse nests

You are doing some difficult work, which luckily for my car I did not have to do,welding and fabricating are not a high point for me. I know you will want to keep your trunk as water tight as possible, so I will bring up where the studs for the rear grill go behind the rear window, those studs go th...
by Rt.146
Sun Feb 26, 2023 8:42 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Rear subframe rail rust, mouse nests
Replies: 38
Views: 4079

Re: Rear subframe rail rust, mouse nests

Jamiesons is working on a 66 Convertible with rust problems like you are describing, he does, painstakingly, describe how he will repair what he is working on. https://www.youtube.com/c/JamiesonsRepairShop100
by Rt.146
Thu Feb 02, 2023 9:13 pm
Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
Topic: Anyone out there?
Replies: 11
Views: 7041

Re: Anyone out there?

Mr. Moderator, this should be in General Discussions.
by Rt.146
Thu Feb 02, 2023 9:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Membership #
Replies: 5
Views: 985

Re: Membership #

I tried using a different browser to pay dues, no go!
by Rt.146
Tue Jan 31, 2023 8:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Membership #
Replies: 5
Views: 985

Re: Membership #

The web site for dues, will not process my payment. Where would one find their membership # ? Typically you'll find it on the mailing envelope for the Scoop . Otherwise, contact the Club's Executive Secretary here: http://vintagethunderbirdclub.net/addresses.htm Executive Secretary Jack Wake Vintage...