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

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

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

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.

11 NOV 2024 - Parts n stuff

 

West Coast Classic Cougars

 

Drive Shaft - C4 or 3 / 4 Speed - Small Block - 2-3/4 Inch - 1 Piece - Used
Used C4 Drive Shaft 1967 1968 Mercury Cougar
Item #: 27529 

Leaf Springs - 289 - 4 Spd - Coupe - No A/C - Competition Handling - PAIR - Repro
Item #: 43010

10 NOV 2024 - Tools I might need soon...

 Harbor Freight

https://www.harborfreight.com/12v-brushless-cordless-3-in-cut-off-tool-tool-only-58629.html

From Amazon:

 Allstar Performance ALL11081 Koul Tool Kit for -6 AN to -10 AN Fitting/Hose

 

 

10 NOV 2024 - Radiator replaced

 Today, the radiator was replaced with a stock unit that I happened to have on hand.  Hopefully it will last.

Today the coolant level was filled and run tested in the garage, through three sessions.  Each session was 20 minutes of warm up and topping the coolant level in the radiator.  The third session didnt require any coolant.  Checked for leaks and currently everything looks good for a test drive.

I still need to purchase parts to install the aluminum radiator.  I have the radiator transmission line fittings.  They are 1/8" NPSM to AN6.

I need to determine the length of the braided hoses to use for the transmission.  I will have to cut the steel lines that connect from the transmission to the radiator.

I will need to use a thinner water pump fan spacer.  The stock one is too thick.

Parts on hand:

 

Earl's Performance Plumbing 

 

Transmission steel line to radiator transmission cooler in radiator

AT165056erl

6 AN, 5/16 in., AN6 to steel line fitting

 

Radiator to transmission

AT981662erl

-6 AN, 1/8 in. NPT, 

Parts to obtain:

AN6 female both ends, 12" braided hose

AN6 female both ends, 16" braided hose

 

AN6 female both ends, 18" braided hose

 

AN6 female both ends, 20" braided hose

 

AN6 female both ends, 22" braided hose

 

AN6 female both ends, 24" braided hose

 

water pump fan spacer - thickness determined by radiator thickness after installation 

 Summit Racing

 

10", straight, -6an,  female ends
6026-1-1-10BL

12", straight, -6an,  female ends
6026-1-1-12BL

16", straight, -6an,  female ends
6026-1-1-16BL

20", straight, -6an,  female ends
6026-1-1-20BL

24", straight, -6an,  female ends
6026-1-1-24BL

 

C4 to radiator transmission lines

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