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73trials
Gearhead Posts: 875
From: New Orleans, La. M&M member # 1752
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 09-03-2002 05:04 PM
   
Was tinted glass an option on 71-73 convertibles, or standard? the glass from my 73 does not appear to be tinted, but in calling around i heven't been able to find anyone with clear glass.  Would the tinting be so light that i couldn't tell? ------------------
Erwin
'73 convertible slowly taking shape
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PONYMAN
Gearhead Posts: 263
From: Ardmore, Ok. USA
Registered: Jul 99
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posted 09-03-2002 06:42 PM
I think tinted glass was an option on most models. I don't think it was an option on the Mach 1. My Mach 1 had clear glass and I replaced it with an aftermarket tinted window. It is noticeable, but not overly so.
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71RESTO
Gearhead Posts: 1288
From: Oregon, USA
Registered: Oct 2000
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posted 09-03-2002 08:02 PM
I'm looking at the '71 Facts Book (and will assume the '73 is the same) and according to the equipment chart tinted glass was only standard on the sportsroof models (standard, boss and mach).------------------
Duane
71 Fastback (his) under resto (351C-4V C6 auto)
73 Mach 1 (hers) (351CJ 4 speed)
66 289/2V coupe (daughter Ashley's)
89 LX 2.3 convertible (daughter Amanda's)
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 33988
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 09-03-2002 08:03 PM
Yes, it was an option. My '72 has it, so did my '73.It's light, but noticable. ------------------
All Fords since 1977! [This message has been edited by SteveLaRiviere (edited 09-03-2002).]
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73trials
Gearhead Posts: 875
From: New Orleans, La. M&M member # 1752
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 09-04-2002 12:03 AM
Thanks, guys.  ------------------
Erwin
'73 convertible slowly taking shape
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73trials
Gearhead Posts: 875
From: New Orleans, La. M&M member # 1752
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 09-04-2002 04:51 PM
Glass problem solved: I scored a whole set of tinted glass (minus windshield) on ebay. GREAT price!  ------------------
Erwin
'73 convertible slowly taking shape
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Hemikiller
Gearhead Posts: 395
From: Clinton, CT
Registered: Feb 2002
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posted 09-04-2002 05:32 PM
The clear glass was standard on all models 71-3. Only the sportsroof rear window was tinted standard. Tint was a mandatory option when you opted for A/C. It was also available as a stand-alone option on any car, just check off that option box when ordering. I highly recommend this book: http://www.mustangsunlimited.com/aspfiles/itemdy00.asp?UID=2002090417284802&T1=MP23+01 Iy is definitely the most comprehensive book out there on our classic Mustangs. No 'stang owner or prospective owner should be without it. It has tons of info on options, option packages, powertrains etc. [This message has been edited by Hemikiller (edited 09-04-2002).] [This message has been edited by Hemikiller (edited 09-04-2002).]
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73trials
Gearhead Posts: 875
From: New Orleans, La. M&M member # 1752
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 09-05-2002 02:18 AM
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Originally posted by Hemikiller:
Tint was a mandatory option when you opted for A/C. .]
Hmmmmm, My car came with A/C, yet it doesn't have tinted windows. Must be something else they ran out of in 73, like the comfortweave seats it was supposed to come with, but didn't. (built late may, 1973) I'll be getting that book, by the way. thanks. ------------------
Erwin
'73 convertible slowly taking shape
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Hemikiller
Gearhead Posts: 395
From: Clinton, CT
Registered: Feb 2002
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posted 09-05-2002 07:30 AM
Yeah, that's how our cars were made. Move 'em out! If they were short on something, a comparable part was substituted. I've had 2 72 Grande' models that had the variable ratio box, but no mention of competition suspension or any other components.
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