How to Restore Your Mustang 1964 1/2-1973

How to Restore Your Mustang 1964 1/2-1973
Author: Frank Bohanan
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2010
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1932494960

In the past, restoration guides have provided authenticity information, such as accurate paint codes, badges, wheels, and other equipment. A bona fide hands-on how-to book for restoring your Mustang from the ground up has not been offered for years. This unique guide will cover the restoration process for every major component group and also provide detailed step-by-step restoration information for the most important procedures. With clear, insightful color photography to accompany this how-to information, any at-home restorer can confidently restore a car and save a substantial amount of money in the process. While restomod books have shown how to install latest technology on vintage muscle cars, this book will focus on factory-accurate restorations, and some simple bolt-on upgrades that do not detract from the collector value but rather enhance the reliability and performance of the car. How to Restore Your Mustang 1964-1/2-1973delivers a detailed explanation for finding the right model, how to assess condition, how to spot a fake, and how to select the right car within your budget. In addition, the book will cover how to plan, prepare, and select the right tools. This unique guide will cover the restoration process for every major component group and also provide detailed step-by-step restoration information for the most important procedures. The latest techniques and best restoration products for each system will be discussed and detailed. Also, the book discusses how to source parts and what you need to consider between new/old stock and reproduction parts. Readers will also learn how to determine if a certain task is best left for a professional shop. All crucial aspects of restoration, including engines, drivelines, body, interior, trim, electrical systems, brakes, steering, and suspension will be profiled.

Mustang 1964 1/2 - 73 Restoration Guide

Mustang 1964 1/2 - 73 Restoration Guide
Author: Tom Corcoran
Publisher: Motorbooks
Total Pages: 428
Release: 1999-02-04
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9780760305522

This ultimate book of knowledge on Ford's famous pony car has been updated to include all models through 1973. A technical reference source for an authentic restoration, judging parts and options originality, and deciphering serial numbers and data plate codes. Packed with 1,000+ photos, this book covers all first-generation Mustangs, from the earliest 1964 1/2 and 1965 models up through 1973.

Mustang Restoration Handbook

Mustang Restoration Handbook
Author: Don Taylor
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 180
Release: 1987-01-01
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9780895864024

Ground up or section by section, this guide will show you how to restore your 1965-70 Mustang to like-new condition. Packed with dozens of identification charts and more than 450 photos and drawings. the guide covers year-by-year equipment changes and disassembly and assembly. A Mustang suppliers list is a bonus.

Ford Mustang Restoration: 1964 1/2-1973

Ford Mustang Restoration: 1964 1/2-1973
Author: Dave Stribling
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2024-02-15
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1613254164

Get valuable advice on how to restore your vintage Mustang! Production of the Ford Mustang, America’s most popular pony car, has been uninterrupted for more than 55 years. The popularity of the Mustang is what led to the pony-car class. The first generation of cars, from 1964-1/2 to 1973, is arguably the most beloved generation, selling more than a million cars in the first two years of production. They were sporty, affordable, and available with a wide variety of options to please a wide variety of customers. First-generation Mustangs are still very popular. They are plentiful and can be found at various price points and in various levels of condition for any potential restorer to acquire. There is an extremely robust aftermarket, so parts availability is never an issue.

Mustang expert and author Dave Stribling shares his expertise in this restorer’s guide, covering all of the essential topics. The basics of acquiring a car, determining the restoration level that is desired, and the tools necessary for the job are included. Disassembly, prep for paint and body and reassembly are covered. Also, the suspension and braking systems, the engine and driveline, and the electrical and interior components are examined. This book is an ideal starting point that features a lot of great advice about how to achieve what you want from your restoration and the best path to get there. Whether you want to tackle all of the work yourself or you just want to be informed when hiring a professional to do the work for you, this book is a valuable addition to your Mustang library.

101 Projects for Your 1964 1/2-1973 Mustang

101 Projects for Your 1964 1/2-1973 Mustang
Author: Earl Davis Diane Perkins-Davis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 236
Release:
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9781610607926

Nearly forty years have passed and almost 3 million owners and enthusiasts still worship the classic beauty of the Ford Mustang. 101 Projects for the earlier models developed between 1964 and 1973 are the focus of this book. The book is broken out into projects that concentrate on specific aspects of the car, including engine, drivetrain, chassis, suspension and steering, brakes, wheels and tires, body, and interior. Features:, High-performance modification procedures, Restoration and maintenance tips, Details realistic and reliable shortcuts, Identifies the best and most current products on the market or a particular job.

How to Rebuild the Small-Block Ford

How to Rebuild the Small-Block Ford
Author: George Reid
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2008
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1932494898

This revised and updated color edition of How to Rebuild the Small-Block Ford walks you step by step through a rebuild, including: planning your rebuild, disassembly and inspection, choosing the right parts, machine work, assembling your engine, and first firing and break-in.

How to Build Ford Restomod Street Machines

How to Build Ford Restomod Street Machines
Author: Tony E. Huntimer
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2005
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1932494030

How to Build Ford Restomod Street Machines shows you how to modify your vintage Ford to accelerate, stop, corner, and ride as good as - if not better than - Detroit's best new high-performance cars. Don't subject your classic Ford to a life of garage time, trailer rides, outdated factory-original performance, and the occasional Sunday cruise - build it to run hard. Author Tony Huntimer uses over 300 photos to show you how to upgrade your engine, drivetrain, chassis, suspension, body, and interior to make your ride a stand-out performer using factory and aftermarket parts. He even covers many Ford-specific upgrades, including the Granada brake swap and the popular Shelby Mod.

Fox Body Mustang Restoration

Fox Body Mustang Restoration
Author: Jim Smart
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2019-09-15
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1613254369

Forty years after its introduction, the Fox Body Mustang has come of age, and this new book chronicles all the best procedures for restoring these affordable yet appreciating classics! In this new Restoration series title from CarTech, all the procedures and best practices for restoring your Fox Body will be covered. Chapter subjects include a history of the cars, tools, and equipment required; body repair; interior refurbishment; the climate control system; wheels; engine and driveline rebuilding; electrical troubleshooting and repair; and finally a large index of Fox Mustang facts, including paint codes, production numbers, option codes, data plate decoding, and more. Never before has Fox Body Mustang restoration been covered in a full-color instructional format. If you are considering a full-blown restoration, or would just like some good advice on how to repair certain sections of your car, this restoration guide is a valuable tool in your toolbox.