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by 72 Comet
Mon Apr 22, 2024 3:34 pm
Forum: 71 - 77 Comets
Topic: 1971 Mercury Comet speedometer cable issues
Replies: 1
Views: 1631

Re: 1971 Mercury Comet speedometer cable issues

Had a similar problem with my 72. Turns out every time I put the end in the speedometer it was disengaging itself ever so slightly as I thought not putting the plastic retainer that holds it in would not make a difference but it did . Once I locked it in everything worked as it should. Hope this hel...
by 72 Comet
Sun Oct 29, 2023 4:33 pm
Forum: 71 - 77 Comets
Topic: Parking Brake indicator 72 Comet
Replies: 2
Views: 2632

Re: Parking Brake indicator 72 Comet

Thanks . I thought I remembered when I got the car that there was a brake light on but that must have been for the braking system( comes on and goes off when she starts )
One more issue to check off my list. :lol:
by 72 Comet
Sat Oct 28, 2023 10:59 pm
Forum: 71 - 77 Comets
Topic: Parking Brake indicator 72 Comet
Replies: 2
Views: 2632

Parking Brake indicator 72 Comet

Trying to find out if the 1972 Comet has a dash brake indicator light that tells you the parking brake is on?
by 72 Comet
Fri Oct 27, 2023 7:19 pm
Forum: 71 - 77 Comets
Topic: '72 build
Replies: 4
Views: 3128

Re: '72 build

Should be a fun build. I have one myself that I built. 302-AOD-9” rear 370 posi- had A BW T5 manual but I removed it. Solid car no rust. Straight-All new chrome . Contact me if any questions. Maryland car.
by 72 Comet
Sun Oct 22, 2023 10:53 am
Forum: Small Block V-8 Performance
Topic: 289 keeps getting hot!
Replies: 36
Views: 4889

Re: 289 keeps getting hot!

Had the same problem turns out the radiator hose was collapsing and restricting water flow . Thus the reason for the springs they place inside them.
by 72 Comet
Fri Oct 20, 2023 11:16 am
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: New to Comet Central
Replies: 9
Views: 1026

Re: New to Comet Central

Welcome, that is a nice looking Comet. An problems getting the tv cable on the AOD to work with your setup? Yea it took a while to get it right but after modifying the throttle bracket and installing a pressure gauge got it fine tuned IMG_3086.jpeg IMG_3088.jpeg to shift as desired. Scratches 2nd a...
by 72 Comet
Mon Oct 16, 2023 4:34 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: New to Comet Central
Replies: 9
Views: 1026

New to Comet Central

Hello - Jr from Southern Maryland. Bought this baby 4 years ago and am always looking for parts and ideas. Looks like I found the the right forum
Just removed a BW 5 speed and installed an AOD from a 85’ mustang. Nice to drive an auto after years of shifting.

JR