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by malbrant
Wed Jan 31, 2024 12:06 pm
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Surge/Expansion Tank
Replies: 1
Views: 809

Re: Surge/Expansion Tank

If you still need one, I have a good surge tank that should be correct for your '66 Bird. It's in very good condition, cleaned/painted, has one minor dent on top right and some, scratches from storage (see attached pics). $50 plus shipping, that sound reasonable? I'm in the Detroit area.
by malbrant
Wed Jan 31, 2024 11:27 am
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: Cruise O Matic No reverse..All in....
Replies: 9
Views: 1951

Re: Cruise O Matic No reverse..All in....

I have the same issue with the cracked case at the reverse servo attachment. Has anyone found a repair for this? I saw a YouTube video where a guy fabricated a steel collar and welded it up, see link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3obnUtwMZs. Other than this, I haven't been able to find any other...
by malbrant
Mon Jul 22, 2013 10:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Looking for Grandfathers 1965 T-Bird Special Laundau
Replies: 1
Views: 1350

Looking for Grandfathers 1965 T-Bird Special Laundau

I have a friend (Steve Hickman) who is trying to locate his grandfather's 1965 Special Landau, VIN 5Y87Z152602. It was originally sold to his grandfather by the Ford dealership in Marshalltown, IA in 1965. It was originally orange (probably salmon color) with a white vinyl landau top. The car was so...
by malbrant
Sat Jan 22, 2011 10:25 pm
Forum: 1958-1960 Thunderbirds
Topic: New Interior Parts
Replies: 4
Views: 3995

New Interior Parts

My 60 Bird needs an all new interior, seat covers, foams, door panels, etc. I have been looking at a number of venders that sell reproductions and have received some samples (Lt Blue/Dk Blue vinyl - code 52). However, I have noticed that not all are the same in color or texture. The samples I receiv...
by malbrant
Mon May 28, 2007 10:11 pm
Forum: 1958-1960 Thunderbirds
Topic: Front Frame/Cross Member Colors
Replies: 2
Views: 2048

Revised 58 - 60 OFS

Alan, thank you for the color detail on the engine compartment and structural components. Do you know when the revised 58-60 OFS manual will be available?
by malbrant
Mon May 28, 2007 10:06 am
Forum: 1958-1960 Thunderbirds
Topic: Front Frame/Cross Member Colors
Replies: 2
Views: 2048

Front Frame/Cross Member Colors

I have a 1958-1966 Restoration Guide, but it doesn't tell me what color(s) the front frame sections and cross members should be. I know the engine compartment itself is body color. However, does this also include the front structural components; both frame rails, engine cross member and front cross ...
by malbrant
Mon Jan 01, 2007 9:41 pm
Forum: 1958-1960 Thunderbirds
Topic: Window Sticker Info
Replies: 4
Views: 3194

Window Sticker Info

Alan, thank you for the detail.

Unfortunately, I have no documentation on my Bird other than the VIN and Data Plate info. Is it possible to ID where the vehicle was originally sold (dealer) or search state vehicle registration information to help put a history of my car together?
by malbrant
Mon Jan 01, 2007 1:31 pm
Forum: 1958-1960 Thunderbirds
Topic: Window Sticker Info
Replies: 4
Views: 3194

Window Sticker Info

Is there a place to obtain replacement window stickers (marone label) or related vehicle specific documentation (build sheets, etc)?