Saturday, May 2, 2026

2 May 2026 - Radio Bezel

 Recently purchased a replacement radio bezel from national parts depot.  I do not have a radio that fits that bezel.  I created an insert in the area where the radio would be installed.  Now I can store the garage opener, radio remote in that spot.  I also created two inserts to cover the location of the radio knobs.

 Working on scanning the dash area to create a replacement radio bezel.  Current scans are not promising, so I'll have to spend more time on scanning techniques.









 

Sunday, April 13, 2025

13 APR 2025 - Aluminum Radiator parts

 Here is a link for parts...

 https://www.lyonsperformance.com/ford-trans-cooler-line-p-544.html

Another link

https://www.dynamicracetrans.com/Ford-C4-Trans-Cooler-Line-Kit

Another link

https://swperformanceparts.com/products/a-team-performance-braided-flexible-stainless-steel-transmission-cooler-hose-line-and-aluminum-fittings-kit-for-gm-ford-chevy

May need to get a fan blade spacer that is smaller than the stock 2 1/16" fan spacer. 

Not sure about going with an electric fan at this time...

 

Fan spacer 1"

https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/51190/10002/-1 


Fan spacer 1/2"

https://www.jegs.com/i/Derale/259/31500/10002/-1

 

 


Thursday, November 28, 2024

28 NOV 2024 - Color Schematics/Diagrams for the 1967 Mercury Cougar

 

































28 NOV 2024 - Super Tach II stuff

Considering replacing the MSD ignition system with a much simpler, easier and cheaper to repair system.  So I need to look into how to properly wire the Super Tach II tachometer that is currently installed with the MSD ignition.

Here are the wiring functions for the Super Tach II:

- Green to neg coil terminal
- Black to ground
- Red to switched 12 volts
- Blue for illumination ... tap off dash or accessories lighting

Thursday, November 21, 2024

21 NOV 2024 - 351W stuff

 Heres a list of parts that might be needed when installing the 351W;

Hedman headers
#88300

Exhaust manifolds
D00e-9431-b Driver side
C90e-9431-B Passenger side
Current exhaust tubing size is 2.25" from the head collectors to mufflers
 
Alternator Mounting Hardware:
 
WCCC
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Adjusting Arm - Alternator - 351W - Used
Item #: 24595
$39.87

Mounting Bracket - Alternator - Rear - 351W - Used
Item #: 24793
$44.87

Spacer - Alternator - 1-5/8 Inch - Used
Item #: 23846
$25.88

Bolt and Installation Kit - Alternator - 351W - Repro
Item #: 31528
$18.00


Tuesday, November 19, 2024

19 Nov 2024 - 351 windsor ideas


Pieces / Parts needed to install a 351 windsor:

- exhaust manifolds / headers
- distributor
- flex plate, 28 oz imbalance. 
- harmonic balancer, 28 imbalance. 
- low/lower profile air cleaner
- mechanical fuel pump
- valve covers may need to be purchased.
- alternator mounting hardware specifically for 351W
- oil pan for 351W
- dipstick for a 351W

Saturday, November 16, 2024

16 Nov 2024 - Thermostat

Replaced the 180 degree thermostat  with a 195 degree unit.  Did a test drive and no leaks so far.
 The 195 degree thermostat is a  Murry brand.  I will continue to drive the Cougar using this 195 degree unit.  If it runs well I will keep it installed otherwise I will install a 180 degree unit.

Still need to install the fan shroud assembly.