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by tomb22
Tue Jun 13, 2023 7:19 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: Lou's 65 Comet Build
Replies: 951
Views: 183184

Re: Lou's 65 Comet Build

"Yea I plan on driving it a lot !! Was hoping for me and my kid to take it to the Woodward cruise in august but going to be down for a few weeks from the surgery so might not make that. But I will be running this year!" I had that surgery this spring. NO LIFTING for about 5 weeks. Glade to hear you ...
by tomb22
Mon Jun 12, 2023 8:43 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: 65 going to try spindles from a 71 mustang
Replies: 32
Views: 1974

Re: 65 going to try spindles from a 71 mustang

I ended up buying new spring bars because the calipers rattled on the mounts. First I tried bending the spring bars more but it only lasted for a couple of trips.
Tom
by tomb22
Mon Jun 12, 2023 8:28 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: Lou's 65 Comet Build
Replies: 951
Views: 183184

Re: Lou's 65 Comet Build

Your car is really looking awesome Lou. Are you going to drive it much when done :) I wish I would have known about that particular foam filler, but I was concerned about moisture getting behind it :(
Tom
by tomb22
Tue Jun 06, 2023 9:15 pm
Forum: 66 - 69 Comets
Topic: Weak Headlight Problem
Replies: 4
Views: 653

Re: Weak Headlight Problem

When you have the connectors apart, check the voltage at the connector coming from the light switch. There maybe a bad connection at the light switch.
Tom
by tomb22
Tue Jun 06, 2023 9:08 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: Aftermarket A/C install
Replies: 11
Views: 846

Re: Aftermarket A/C install

Joe Travers wrote:
Mon Jun 05, 2023 9:47 pm
tomb22 wrote:
Mon Jun 05, 2023 9:34 pm
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Slick serpentine setup, Tom 👍

Joe
Thanks Joe
by tomb22
Mon Jun 05, 2023 9:34 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: Aftermarket A/C install
Replies: 11
Views: 846

Re: Aftermarket A/C install

I installed a classic air unit that replaces the existing heating core. The whole thing fit like a glove and the people where excellent to work with. The new controls match the looks of the existing. I mounted the compressor on the passenger side so the hoses are shorter and not crossing over the fr...
by tomb22
Mon Apr 17, 2023 11:15 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: Introduce myself
Replies: 71
Views: 17757

Re: Introduce myself

Aloha Tomb22, It looks great! I read somewhere else about using the plastic for the center. My side pieces are damaged and not sure if I can reuse them, has water damage and ripped. Do you think you could use the plastic for the sides also? Send me a picture of your finished head liner, I need insp...
by tomb22
Mon Apr 17, 2023 10:15 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: Lou's 65 Comet Build
Replies: 951
Views: 183184

Re: Lou's 65 Comet Build

Looks awesome Lou. You amaze me with how perfect you get everything done :D
Tom
by tomb22
Tue Apr 11, 2023 10:03 pm
Forum: Comet Lounge
Topic: POP and Glenda
Replies: 21
Views: 2148

Re: POP and Glenda

Thanks for the update POP. Glad your having fun with your great grand son. There is nothing better than enjoying family. Take care and have a great summer.
Tom
by tomb22
Thu Apr 06, 2023 9:49 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: 1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Build
Replies: 99
Views: 10365

Re: 1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Build

Darrylp27529 wrote:
Thu Apr 06, 2023 2:57 pm
That is one beautiful red Comet. I do have red seats and door panels for it!
Thank you. Your red interior will look great :D
Tom
by tomb22
Wed Apr 05, 2023 11:55 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: 1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Build
Replies: 99
Views: 10365

Re: 1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Build

You probably know Caliente means hot in Spanish. Red is the only color it should be :lol:
Tom
by tomb22
Thu Mar 23, 2023 12:23 am
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: Introduce myself
Replies: 71
Views: 17757

Re: Introduce myself

Aloha guys, I’m also working on my head liner, my liner was the cardboard type that comes in three sections. A large center section and the two side pieces with the two strips running from the front to the back. Any ideas or information on head liners? Also was looking from rubbers seals for the tr...
by tomb22
Mon Feb 27, 2023 10:22 pm
Forum: 64 - 65 Comets
Topic: Engine swap
Replies: 29
Views: 2693

Re: Engine swap

This is one of my all-time favorites. Not sure what engine he's running, but its beautiful to watch and listen to. Nice footwork, too.8) https://www.goodwood.com/grr/race/historic/2017/1/video-how-to-go-from-25th-to-1st-in-a-mustang/?fbclid=IwAR26WzM7bKwQbQz4H5w_V6j9-AhEMxybjPCZIQor3NDADLEmnbT7XeSx...
by tomb22
Sat Feb 25, 2023 7:01 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: 65 front coil springs
Replies: 17
Views: 1878

Re: 65 front coil springs

I have a set of 65 V8 coil springs and spring to a-arm mounts I'll sell you cheap. They where on the car for one year and have less than 1000 miles on them.
PM me if your interested.
Tom
by tomb22
Thu Feb 16, 2023 11:55 pm
Forum: Comet Lounge
Topic: Car Lift and Garage
Replies: 131
Views: 14038

Re: Car Lift and Garage

:D Happy for you
Tom