January 12, 2012 Fords Only

When I got the car taken care of before I came for Thanksgiving, the mechanic told me that my radiator needs to be replaced. I can still drive it around Orange County but I can't push the car too hard. After nearly completely overheating on my way to Long Beach, I need a new radiator! I decided to buy a cool aluminum radiator from Mustangs and Fast Fords.

Turns out... it didn't fit. I had to pick up the radiator from Fords Only, return it, and find a replacement before noon. After numerous phone calls, I found one in Orange. I got a pretty sweet deal and the new radiator is a 3-Row which will keep the car a lot cooler. I run back to Fords Only to see if it will fit....
it does. I also asked if I could have the tail light fixed. I showed him the ticket... he laughed. He said he would do it.

Earlier that week...
I learned that the 289 V8 is a healthy engine after a compression check. It does not need to be rebuilt any time soon which truly confirms that getting the interior done is the priority.

The compression check. That orange car in the background is another 68 Fastback. That car is 100% done but I have mixed feelings about the orange