Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
05-21-2020, 07:03 PM
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
05-21-2020, 10:17 AM
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
05-19-2020, 06:27 PM
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Replies: 7
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self locking driver's door
A few years back, I replaced all of the vacuum lines in my 65 bird while having the dash reupholstered. Everything seemed to be working ok, but last fall when I'd start the car, the driver's door...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
01-03-2019, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,963
Appreciate the help!
Thanks Terry. What is Pat Wilson's firm? Also, any suggestions as to the feather argent paint on the sides? I suspect that this may have been done by the previous owner and not Ford.
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
01-02-2019, 09:20 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,963
65 feather trim and "C"
The chrome on the "C" on the driver side of my 65 bird was peeling, so I ordered a repop kit, which came with the feathers as well. After struggling with getting the interior wheelwell panel off -...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
04-23-2018, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 15,958
found the problem
You are correct - upon rechecking all of the connections on the back of the gauges, one or more was incorrectly wired. Good old operator error! But everything works great now. Thanks
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
12-17-2017, 07:29 PM
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Replies: 2
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
12-16-2017, 10:42 PM
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Replies: 2
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removing the front vent window on a 65 bird
The manual window crank on the driver side vent window of my 65 bird is jammed - probably due to being 57 years old. I'm trying to get the vent window assembly removed from the door so that I can...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
12-16-2017, 10:22 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 15,958
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
10-01-2017, 09:34 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 15,958
same issue with the constant voltage relay
I have a 65 bird with non working fuel gauge and temp gauge. I'm trying to feel for the existing voltage relay, and have removed the clock housing. Is the relay on the front or the side of the...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
11-02-2015, 10:13 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,855
Heater control valve
I've taken the dash off my car while replacing the heater box and all of the vacuum lines. My air conditioned 65 had the heater control valve (the vacuum operated version) removed completely. I...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
07-13-2015, 04:27 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,920
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
07-08-2015, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 7,680
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
07-02-2015, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 7,680
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
02-03-2015, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,975
carpets and dash pads
Stockinteriors.com has nylon loop carpet for about $50 less than one of the major Tbird suppliers. Has anyone used them? Curious about the quality.
Second question - the dash on my 65 has a crack...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
02-01-2015, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,892
Thunderbird Ranch
Thanks for the tip Terry. I spoke with John and he suggested several books that would help. I ordered them last week and should have them soon. Disassembling the dash on a 65 Tbird is a rather...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
01-26-2015, 09:59 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,051
valve
Thanks, I'll put that in next weekend along with some new water lines. The heater box is all repaired with new gaskets and foam, and the vacuum relays all work. I've ordered a new fresh air duct...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
01-25-2015, 09:05 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,051
heater issues
Thanks. I looked at the photos and will call some of the suppliers tomorrow. I do have another issue. The previous owner stuck a residential plumbing valve in the hose, rather than fix the...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
01-25-2015, 06:09 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,051
heater motor
Thanks! - I'll add an upside down "L" shaped hose on the motor just to help keep water out.
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
01-25-2015, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,892
Fresh Air Inlet Duct installation
I have the heater box out of my 65 Bird for repairs, and have several questions. First, the fresh air inlet duct rubber is completely rotted out. How do you install it when you put the heater box...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
01-25-2015, 01:11 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,051
hoses on the blower motor??
On my 65, both hoses are missing. What is the purpose for the hoses? And does it hurt anything if they are not installed?
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
04-20-2013, 05:14 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 12,277
core leaks
Looks like that is my next job on the Tbird. The fellow who had it previously put a shut off valve in the water hose under the hood. I opened it up this morning so I could get some heat - got the...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
04-18-2013, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,735
zerks
Thanks - is there any trick to installing the zerks? My guess is that you drill a hole and tap it, then install a zerk. If anyone knows, please let me know. The car has a bad squeak when you push...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
04-13-2013, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,735
grease issue
I found the answer by talking to an old Ford mechanic. In the early 60's, the moly grease was a hot new item. Basically by adding the moly to the grease, it sticks to the metal. Now it is almost...
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Forum: Flair Birds [1964-1966]
04-11-2013, 03:11 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,735
chassis lubricants
The oil, power steering, brakes etc are no problem and I'll flush the gas tank and change the filters. My concern is the grease points on the chassis and suspension system. Ford stated in the 65...
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