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by 6t5404
Thu Jul 15, 2021 10:08 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: want to sell 65 hip comet 404
Replies: 3
Views: 739

Re: want to sell 65 hip comet 404

How do I post pictures, and how many is allowed?
by 6t5404
Wed Jul 14, 2021 10:54 am
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: want to sell 65 hip comet 404
Replies: 3
Views: 739

want to sell 65 hip comet 404

how do I go about posting for sale, a 65 factory hipo Comet 404?
its fresh rebuilt everything. It is a true hip, matching numbers drive train in it.
by 6t5404
Fri Jan 17, 2020 5:20 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: new member from Missouri
Replies: 11
Views: 2531

Re: Im back

I have been absent for a long time. I recently finished my 65 404 HP.
I need some info on how to post pictures. I will try to get some on soon.
by 6t5404
Wed May 15, 2019 4:26 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: 168 tooth flywheel and starter
Replies: 0
Views: 919

168 tooth flywheel and starter

I have a 65 HI Po 289 and it has a 168 tooth flywheel. NOT 164. what is the inside and outside diameter of the ring gear? Does it take a special starter? I read that some 289 hipo s used the 168 for a while then went to the 164. Can I replace the 168 with a 164 without problems. My flywheel part num...
by 6t5404
Mon Feb 11, 2019 12:47 pm
Forum: Comet Lounge
Topic: how many were made?
Replies: 6
Views: 1878

Re: how many were made?

I am nearing completion of the 404 HP and try to post pictures soon. I’m down south on R@R for all of Feb.
by 6t5404
Thu Jan 03, 2019 6:36 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: 65 speedometer routine with 4 speed top loader
Replies: 7
Views: 2419

65 speedometer routine with 4 speed top loader

Can anyone advise me of the correct routing of the speedo cable on a 65 with top loader trans.?
All the parts mags says it takes 82" but I have a lot left over so think I may be wrong in the routing.
A picture would help. send to my email. rskaggs1@cvalley.net
thanks
by 6t5404
Wed Dec 26, 2018 9:00 pm
Forum: Comet Lounge
Topic: how many were made?
Replies: 6
Views: 1878

Re: how many were made?

I have researched what I could and looks to be about 80 Cyclones and about 8 of the 404 and maybe 2-3 of the 202.
Any different ideas?
thanks for the responses
by 6t5404
Tue Dec 25, 2018 6:02 pm
Forum: Comet Lounge
Topic: how many were made?
Replies: 6
Views: 1878

how many were made?

I have a 65 Comet 404 2dr sedan. Factory HP 271 horse, 4 speed, 9 inch rear, factory medium blue metallic, black bench interior, white headliner. Can anyone tell me how many of these were made? I read where about 90 total Comets were equipped like this, but curious how many 404's, and how many were ...
by 6t5404
Sat Aug 26, 2017 11:40 am
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: flywheel/starter combo
Replies: 5
Views: 1657

Re: flywheel/starter combo

I managed to get the starter that was on the car when last running (1978) on by loosening the header and grinding the started post down. Problem solved. By the way, the 168 tooth flywheel was for the Hi Performance engines. I have a spare block (66) out of a Hi Po and it also has the 168 tooth. than...
by 6t5404
Sun Jul 23, 2017 4:20 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: flywheel/starter combo
Replies: 5
Views: 1657

flywheel/starter combo

I have a 65 Comet 404 with a 289 Hi Po with the original 168 tooth flywheel. Does it require a special starter. I don't want to put the wrong one on and grind off some of the ring gear.
by 6t5404
Sun Mar 05, 2017 11:49 am
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: wheel size
Replies: 5
Views: 1434

Re: wheel size

thanks to all who responded. that is a lot to process.
I just got it back from the paint shop, so will try to post some pics as I progress with the build. The paint work turned out fantastic.
by 6t5404
Sat Mar 04, 2017 9:34 am
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: wheel size
Replies: 5
Views: 1434

wheel size

I have a 65 Comet 404 with 289 HiPo, I am wanting to put larger tires and wheels on the rear. I am going with steel (stock looking) wheels. What is the max size of 14 & 15 inch rims (what offset), and tires for each that can fit without any modifications? I like the look of the Sole Survivor Comet b...
by 6t5404
Sat Feb 04, 2017 11:42 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: seat covers and door panels
Replies: 2
Views: 1129

Re: seat covers and door panels

I checked with the same vendor. I found several vendors who make them for the hardtops and ragtops, but no the 404 2 dr. some say they can make them "close to original". Found one place in Oregon with fabric, but he is way out there on prices and a couple of locals gave him less than stellar reviews...
by 6t5404
Fri Jan 27, 2017 10:03 am
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: seat covers and door panels
Replies: 2
Views: 1129

seat covers and door panels

Can anyone tell me where I can buy a set of seat covers front and rear and door panels front and rear? I have a 65 404 2 dr sedan. All pieces are black vinyl. If not, will a 65 Falcon covers and panels fit my seat frames and doors? If you have a black front seat cover for same vehicle in very good s...
by 6t5404
Mon Dec 19, 2016 11:18 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: new member from Missouri
Replies: 11
Views: 2531

Re: new member from Missouri

It is a true HI PO. Special DSO order in Jan 1965 from a local dealer, who remembers the order as the original owner was the parts manager. It has the bolt in shipping brace, heavy duty suspension, larger brakes, blow proof bell housing, top loader, larger drive shaft, narrowed 9" rear end. Everythi...