jsev
jsev
Location: San Tan Valley, AZ, USA
Joined: 12/14/2009
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Builder, Restorer, Hot Rodder, Custom Rodder, Muscle Cars, Build-It, Drive-It, Classics, Show Cars
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"KandiTaylor"     1968 Ford Mustang

Introduction / Overview:

This Mustang has been in my family since 1993.  My dad bought it from the original owner.  I bought it from my dad in 1998 and started restoration on it in 2002 shortly after my wife Kerri and I married (she loved it, even in it's pre-restored condition).

 The motor and transmission is currently out while I build up a 331 SEFI (Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection) stroker and T-5.
Drivetrain:

Engine under construction:

  • 347 Street Fighter short block, 11:1 compression
  • AFR 185 heads
  • Edelbrock RPM Air Gap intake, ported by Ed Curtis
  • Ed Curtis Custom cam
  • Shooting for 475 TQ/HP
Chassis:
  • Global West subframe connectors
  • Front and rear disc brakes, drilled/slotted rotors
  • 8.8" rear end, 3.73 gears, 31 spline eaton posi and axles
Wheels and Tires:
  • Billet Specialties 17x8 wheels
  • Kumho 235/17/45 tires
Body & Paint:
  • Ford Laser red
  • Super Snake strip in Porsche white
  • Painted by Bob Smee of KustomKar in Mesa, AZ
  • 6 coats of clear
Interioir:
  • '96 Mustang seats
  • Custom upholstery
  • 2 10" Memphis Subs, Eclipse speakers, pioneer head unit
Lifestyles: Restorer, Build-It, Drive-It, Muscle Cars, Classics, Show Cars