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Topic: 1968 Torino GT Fastback
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bluetech
Journeyman Posts: 89
From: Far and Away
Registered: Feb 2001
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posted 07-07-2001 03:13 AM
   
Does anyone have a 1968/69 Torino GT Fastback? I noticed that there were no posts regarding these models. I asked because I am in the process of rebuilding a 68 and would like first-hand experiences. My 68 doesn't have the original 390 engine(looked for one in vain), but I have a 351C 2V FMX trans from a 72 Cougar. I am tempted to put in this engine so I can use the car. What do you think? Thanks.
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 17059
From: Saco, Maine MCA # 47773
Registered: May 99
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posted 07-08-2001 08:29 PM
It will swap in fine. You just need to swap to the small block motor mounts and insulators.
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'70 Mustang Mach 1 M code 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Lok
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'97 Probe GTS 2.5L DOHC {Wife's car...}
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bluetech
Journeyman Posts: 89
From: Far and Away
Registered: Feb 2001
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posted 07-09-2001 03:20 AM
Thanks Steve!
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Sparky
Journeyman Posts: 13
From: Ontario, Canada
Registered: Aug 2001
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posted 09-01-2001 06:48 AM
Hey Blueteck, how are you?? I am also restoring a 68 Torino GT. I had a 68 Fairlane 500 Fastback as a kid and finally am getting back into working on cars and have found this baby to restore from Boise Idaho. I have lots of information that I have collected on the 68/69s. I will get mine running within the next month, then do the bodywork this winter. Contact me at [email protected] or I have a post about an intake manifold here under Sparky.
Good luck with your restoration.
Jim
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bluetech
Journeyman Posts: 89
From: Far and Away
Registered: Feb 2001
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posted 09-25-2001 09:05 PM
Sparky, my Torino has no engine at the moment. It was a 390 but now I am planning to put in a 460. The car is currently sitting idle right now, no progress being done. One good thing about this car is that the interior is almost perfect! Body has a little rust but manageable. Hood, trunk, and quarter extension mouldings are missing and both park lens are broken. Taillights need new rubber gaskets and the bezel needs rechroming. I also suspect that the differential is not Ford. I will do the body first, remove rust and repair dents. Nice to hear from a fellow 68 Torino GT owner. We could compare notes as we go along and make things a "little" easier and more fun. Do you know where I can get reproduction park lens and mouldings? Or used originals that are "affordable"? I am low on budget so I have to look around for "good deals". Good luck in your project!
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80 hybrid
Journeyman Posts: 12
From: Kansas City, Mo. USA
Registered: Aug 2001
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posted 10-26-2001 05:35 PM
Try http://www.dennis-carpenter.com/. They seem alot of hard to find parts.
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bluetech
Journeyman Posts: 89
From: Far and Away
Registered: Feb 2001
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posted 10-27-2001 05:44 AM
Thanks for the link!
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Sparky
Journeyman Posts: 13
From: Ontario, Canada
Registered: Aug 2001
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posted 10-31-2001 08:04 PM
Hey Bluetech! I havn't spent much time on this board. I have found almost all my parts on Ebay Auto. Just search for Torino and set it up as a favorite search. I check mine daily and have found a ton of parts that I wouldnt have know what to even ask for. Even a "F" hose. Parking lights are listed every couple of weeks, theres a set for $30.00 on auction now. Most parts I win are under $20.00. Good Luck, Jim G
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bluetech
Journeyman Posts: 89
From: Far and Away
Registered: Feb 2001
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posted 11-02-2001 01:42 AM
Sparky, I go there a couple of times a day! I decided against the park lights that were listed. I think I am going to buy new ones. The ones listed had cracks on them. I missed out on a pair of rear quarter glasses. Was asking the seller if he's willing to part with only passenger side. Got no answer. Good Luck.
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