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07-24-2009, 09:42 PM
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Dilema...
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 So i have a huge dilema. I can either get me a 72 mustang project, 351C, auto. Turns over, not running needs body work, floor pans, etc, though def not shot. Or i can get my T5 with bell,clutch,flywheel,block plate,pedals, shifter. I hate decisions. $400 for either  Unfortunatly getting both is not an option at this point.  And if i get the 72 all upgrades on the GT will be on hold for quite some time.
Waiting for more pics.
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07-24-2009, 10:15 PM
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Re: Dilema...
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If the 351 is decent I'd go for that and swap it into the GT lol.
I guess I'd base if off how much time/money you think you'd have for the 72 in the future. Because you know if you have both cars, your going to want to spend money on both of them. It'd make a nice project car, though I'll be honest, I was never a huge fan of that body style.
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07-25-2009, 12:31 AM
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I say look for a fastback that style and do that. Ive seen many 1971-1973 fastbacks around here for $400-$700. |
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07-25-2009, 02:30 AM
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Re: Dilema...
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if it was a 69 or somethin i would say go for it, but that is kinda hard... i would say swap the 351 to your current mustang, but it would be easier if it was a 351w instead of the c... don't really know man... depends on which you'd rather have. also, will your auto tranny old up long enough to get this project car running so you can have at least one running car the whole time? i don't know if you have any other rides, but that would be on my list since i have a lack of cars available to me.
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07-25-2009, 12:51 PM
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all valid points I've been thinking about. I do have a a ranger I can drive just in case. These are my 2nd favorite mustang style. If it was a 69 or 70 there wouldn't be any question. I would push the damn thing home if I had to lol. He can't get more pictures for some reason??? and I would have to file for lost title. says he bought it without but has all the previous owners signed papers to get the title. Its in a different state so its not like I can just stroll up and look at it then come home and think. Thee is also the possibility of getting it running and looking ok then finding a 69-70 but that's not a guarantee . hmmm
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07-25-2009, 01:21 PM
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Re: Dilema...
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Yah tough call man. What's the purpose of the T5 in the GT? Just for shits or you plan on building the engine up later and prefer the manual tranny.
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07-25-2009, 02:34 PM
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Little of both  It started because of the troubles with my transmission. But to be honest i prob would have done it anyway, this just gives me an excuse for the wife to do it quicker But ya, i wanna build a 351 for in the future. Nothing crazy just a nice street car with an occasional trip to the strip. I'd be happy with 300-350 rwhp i think.
On a side note. Talked to the guy some more and it turns out there is a few small holes in frame, one of the shock towers needs to be replaced as well as the body rail where the fender mounts too. Its a car for a much richer man or something to pull out the drivetrain and send to the bone yard So I'm going with the T5, wich doesn't break my heart
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07-25-2009, 03:03 PM
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Re: Dilema...
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Yah, if he said that there are holes in the frame, I'd let it go as well. I'm sure there are more issues with the car that you'd find after you buy it. Besides, you'll be enjoying the T5 and forget all about that 72.
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07-26-2009, 12:07 AM
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that is the choice i would make as well
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07-26-2009, 11:24 AM
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i would by it part it out on e-bay and keep the 351 to build and send the rest to the bone yard.
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07-26-2009, 02:25 PM
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well its a 351C... so i don't know if that would really be worth it, i'm set on a windsor though, it might be worth it to some.
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