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- Mon Apr 22, 2024 9:03 pm
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 1964 new purchase basic maintenance
- Replies: 12
- Views: 557
Re: 1964 new purchase basic maintenance
When I installed the Pertronix III, they recommended using a relay, which Pertronix provided, to route a full 12 volts to the coil.
- Mon Apr 22, 2024 9:25 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 1964 new purchase basic maintenance
- Replies: 12
- Views: 557
Re: 1964 new purchase basic maintenance
A nice mod that pepped my car up considerably was to replace the stock wires with 8mm wires, for example by MSD. I also installed a hotter coil and replaced the stock points with a Pertronix III igniter which delivers multiple sparks per power stroke. More juice, better combustion, more fun:)
- Sun Apr 21, 2024 8:13 pm
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: A "chugga chugga" sound and then radiator fluid on the ground
- Replies: 5
- Views: 604
Re: A "chugga chugga" sound and then radiator fluid on the ground
Peter - If the engine continued running after the ignition was turned off, it may have overheated or the timing is way off. And the cooling system may be bone dry. I wouldn't run it, find another way to get it out to where the tow truck can snag it. Doug
- Sun Apr 21, 2024 6:04 pm
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Can the brakes be changed to provide almost "brake on a dime?"
- Replies: 10
- Views: 238
Re: Can the brakes be changed to provide almost "brake on a dime?"
Hello Peter. I would say there's just an inch of pedal travel then a firm pedal. But when I first got the '64, I had a situation similar to what you're describing. That plus the level of fluid in the brake reservoir was going down but not leaking under the car. Turned out the master cylinder seal wa...
- Sun Apr 21, 2024 9:46 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 1964 new purchase basic maintenance
- Replies: 12
- Views: 557
Re: 1964 new purchase basic maintenance
The AVS2 is 650 cfm which is a good match for the 390. If you're running the stock air filter housing, you could upgrade to a K&N and round filter housing to get more air flow and power.
- Sun Apr 21, 2024 9:40 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: New owner of 64 hardtop!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 139
Re: New owner of 64 hardtop!
Hello there Uk-Tbird. Welcome to the forum and good to hear about your progress.
I'm curious about your "1 of 89" comment, I didn't know that interiors were numbered? Anyway, like Terry said, please post some photos, we're all curious!
Doug
I'm curious about your "1 of 89" comment, I didn't know that interiors were numbered? Anyway, like Terry said, please post some photos, we're all curious!
Doug
- Sun Apr 21, 2024 9:18 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Can the brakes be changed to provide almost "brake on a dime?"
- Replies: 10
- Views: 238
Re: Can the brakes be changed to provide almost "brake on a dime?"
Hello Peter. Likely your brake booster is failing internally or not doing it's job due to a vacuum leak or fluid leaking inside the booster. It may also be the brakes are not adjusted properly, the linings are worn, the drums need to be turned or there is a blockage in the brake lines. Unless you're...
- Sat Apr 13, 2024 8:18 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 1964 new purchase basic maintenance
- Replies: 12
- Views: 557
Re: 1964 new purchase basic maintenance
Hello assim111, please share photos of your new acquisition when you can.
Doug
Doug
- Thu Apr 11, 2024 9:54 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Driver door has a hard time opening
- Replies: 4
- Views: 208
Re: Driver door has a hard time opening
Hi there eddtheman, Re-reading your original post, I noticed you said the door sticking problem is only when using the outside door handle. So for some reason, the outside handle doesn't release the door latch the way that it should. Hopefully lubrication will free the latch up and fix this, but the...
- Wed Apr 10, 2024 9:06 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Driver door has a hard time opening
- Replies: 4
- Views: 208
Re: Driver door has a hard time opening
Welcome to TBird ownership and the forum. You could start by making sure the door is not physically binding against the door frame. Then apply penetrating oil liberally to the hinges and latch and work the mechanisms until they free up.
- Wed Apr 10, 2024 9:03 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: anybody want -
- Replies: 2
- Views: 128
Re: anybody want -
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- Fri Mar 22, 2024 8:05 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: dead battery
- Replies: 6
- Views: 218
Re: dead battery
The charging system appears to be working. You may have a power drain happening when the car is not running and the ignition is off. Try disconnecting the plus battery clamp from the battery terminal, then connect an ammeter between the two. If it registers current flow, then you have a power drain ...
- Fri Dec 29, 2023 10:19 am
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 65 thunderbird still has power after shut off
- Replies: 7
- Views: 620
Re: 65 thunderbird still has power after shut off
Thanks Alan, I'll check that out.
Doug
Doug
- Thu Dec 28, 2023 2:37 pm
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 65 thunderbird still has power after shut off
- Replies: 7
- Views: 620
Re: 65 thunderbird still has power after shut off
On my '64, the electric windows and blower work when the ignition is off. I've always assumed that's the way it's supposed to be, but maybe not?
- Sun Dec 17, 2023 11:21 pm
- Forum: 1964-1966 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 1966 Bird shift jump
- Replies: 4
- Views: 439
Re: 1966 Bird shift jump
6T6-T , if your car really will hop out of Park and into Reverse by itself, you should also consider disabling the vacuum e brake release until you get the shifter mechanism fixed. That ensures the e brake stays set until you manually release it. And, following Alan's recommendation to slide the st...