71 Ford Mustang

71 Ford Mustang questions and answers

Q: What Should i do to my 1971 Ford mustang 351 Mach 1 to increase its performance and speed?
I got my 71 Mach, 2 days ago and the car is beautiful the exterior is in great condition, the interior needs some touch up but im trying to keep the car as original as possible. What i really want to do is increase the speed of this car though, i was thinking headers does anyone else have any suggestion for what i should do to the engine to help this beast become beastlier!

A: 1 5/8 -- 1 3/4 inch long tube headers 2 1/2 -- 3 inch pipes free flowing air cleaner with quality filter maybe K&N or similar upgrade the ignition system Pertronix electronic conversion in stock distributor (will look stock) quality plugs and wires / E3 plugs / MSD 8.5mm wires these are basic bolt ons for performance

Q: Which year of the Ford Mustang Fastback had the longest sloping rear window?
Im trying to figure out which year had the longest rear window. Which year would that be? 1969? 1970? 71? 72? Etc, etc. All help is greatly appreciated.

A: The actual length of the window itself is nearly identical from 69 through 73. The 69 and 70 roof has a little steeper angle to it.

Q: Ford mustang for a car?
I am 16 and want to get a Mustang. My mom has a 71 mach 1 fastback and I love it. I love them, but I was wondering what their gas mileage is? I could ask my dad, but he is working and I want to know now. lol. Any good and bad info on them would be great. thanks!!!

A: Im on my 3rd Mustang and i love it. The only problem ive ever had is with my last one. Some idiot ran a red light and totaled my car out. Other than that, no problems. Go for it!

Q: Ford mustang mach 1 help?
Okay I need some help, I'm looking at a 71 mach 1 and they want 5800 for it, its in decent shape, but needs work. So I went on ebay motors to see what kind of shape the cars are in and the prices vary from 4000-40000. What are the factors? mileage, condition, is one of the years more desirable then the others?

A: sounds good if there's not much rust, that's a deal killer. Mach I and fastbacks are worth the most. they it's the engine, the bigger the better..

Q: Do not listen to the government. Toyota recall is a hoax! Why?
I will tell you why: It's because the government owns GM now. They want you to buy our vehicles. Why are people freaking out about Toyota? Of the ten largest auto recalls of all time eight were GM vehicles. They're trying to scare you into purchasing GMs. Think about all of the commercials they're pushing. Hear one on the radio the other day "I JUST TRADED IN MY TOYOTA FOR A CHEVY MALIBU, I FEEL SO SAFE!!!" No. No. No. No. You couldn't pay me to drive an American vehicle. Ford 1987 (3.6 million vehicles): Engine-compartment fires caused by faulty fuel-line connectors compelled Ford to issue this recall in 1987. While not the biggest in terms of vehicle numbers, this recall may be the widest: affected vehicles included virtually every model Ford made, including F150-350 trucks, and all Lincoln and Mercury models. GM 2004 (3.6 million vehicles): From 1999 to 2004, tailgating took on a new dimension for the 134 customers who suffered minor accidents from collapsing tailgates. Corroded cables were the culprits. In 2004, GM offered to replace the tailgate cables on Silverados, Sierras, Escalades, and Avalanches. In their defense, it should be noted that customers are clearly warned not to stand on open tailgates. At least 134 have not read that part of the owner’s manual. GM 1973 (3.7 million vehicles): The ability to control where your car actually goes is important. GM saw the truth of this in 1973 when they agreed to install engine shields to prevent stones from disabling the steering assembly. 18 models were affected: Centurion, Electra, Estate Wagon, LeSabre, Riviera, Belair, Biscayne, Brookwood, Caprice, Impala, Kingswood, Kingswood Estate, Townsmen, Olds 88 and 98, Bonneville, Grand Ville, and Catalina. Ford 1971 (4.1 million vehicles): Seatbelt shoulder harnesses on 1970 and ‘71 Ford Rancheros, Lincolns, Mercurys, and Fords (yes, there was at one time a Ford Ford) had an annoying tendency to fray and detach from the metal holding it to the frame. And though few drivers were even wearing seatbelts back then, Ford did the right thing and issued the recall. GM 1981 (5.8 million vehicles): Some drivers learned the hard way that suspension bolts in certain GM models had a way of wiggling themselves loose. The result? The loss of ability to steer the car. In 1981, GM offered to replace the dubious bolts in the Century, Regal, El Camino, Malibu, Monte Carlo, Caballero, Cutlass, Grand Prix, and Lemans. GM 1971 (6.7 million vehicles): In 1971, some GM customers got the ride of their lives as engine mounts began separating from frames and falling back onto throttles. The models with these rocket-like tendencies included Belair, Brookwood, Camaro, Caprice, Chevrolet, Chevy II, G Series, Impala, Kingswood, Nova, P Series, C Series, and Townsmen. Ford 1996 (8.6 million vehicles):In 1996, after customers complained of fires caused by faulty ignition systems, Ford Motor Co. recalled vehicles including 1998-’93 Escorts, Mustangs, Tempos, Thunderbirds, Cougars, Crown Vics, Grand Marquis, Lincoln Town Cars, Aerostars, Broncos, and F-series trucks Ford 2008 (12 million vehicles) In February of 2008, Ford issued the industry’s largest-ever recall, affecting Lincoln and Mercury SUVs, pickups, cars, and vans of model years ‘93 to ‘04. The lowly cruise-control switch was behind this mother-of-all do-overs. It had a nasty habit of catching fire, sometimes hours after the vehicle had been parked and turned off. Owner response, however, has been slow, so in a rare move Ford reissued the recall in September of 2008 for the 5 million vehicles still unrepaired. On top of ALL of this I bet none of you have heard of the 1.3 million Chevys just recalled in China for failing steering wheels just YESTERDAY. Thanks, but I'm going to be sticking to my imports.

A: You are probably right My original thought was "since when is the federal govt involved in car recalls" All of the auto makers have had recalls and the feds don't get involved like they have on this one. Our whole political system is a mess & full of corruption. P

Q: Why the enforced stereotypes of seniors driving big luxury cars?...?
I'm 71 1/2, and a proud owner of Ford products for over 26 years...the last two times I tried to buy a Ford vehicle at our local dealer, I was pressured to buy a Lincoln instead(the stupid sales manager just wouldn't take "NO" for an answer, and was truly STUPID to the umpteenth degree!)...the manager insisted I buy a Lincoln to "cement" my social status with my fellow seniors, as well as mainly to appease the advertising agency handling their account... Why are the advertising agencies trying to reinforce this stupid(and socially correct) stereotype on us seniors?... Thanks from Pauline(proud owner of an '84 Mustang LX, '93 Escort LX wagon, '98 Ranger XLT, and currently a '07 Escape XLT!)... Gee whiz, JJ, I'm going against the "norm", eh?...LIVE WITH IT! I HATE Lincoln, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, INfiniti, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Maybach...well, you get the message...I LOVE FORD!...so there! Well, we seniors(and the AARP) need to teach the carmakers AND sales managers that we are NOT stupid, and THEY don't know what a Studebaker is! Keep those great answers coming, and thanks to that Canadian who sent in that one...just for once I'd love to see a Meteor Montcalm or Pontiac Laurentian on L.A.'S streets(wearing a Yukon or Ontario license plate!)... BTW, I forgot to mention that I live in a 63-year-old, 990-square-foot house(completely paid off since 1971!...NO mortgage!), with a garage that can accomodate a small Chevy Chevette or Ford Escape...but nothing bigger than that!... HTH...

A: No idea... I drive a stick shift Nissan Frontier Pickup.... cant get it away from me.... dont want to drive anything else. I'm right at retirement as far as age. Hope that helps.