From youneverbelieved at yahoo.com  Wed Jul  1 15:29:38 2009
From: youneverbelieved at yahoo.com (A. Braithwaite Jenkins)
Date: Wed, 1 Jul 2009 11:29:38 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips
Message-ID: <538130.32523.qm@web30804.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Good morning my fellow Galaxians. I'm going to replace my thermostat tomorrow and want to make sure it's done right without any surprises. I have the 'stat and gasket and a general assortment of engine sealers. Advice on methods, sealers and whatever I need to know is greatly appreciated. I know, I should look at the repair manual, and I will, but advice via personal experience is best in my opinion.

Thanks, 
Adam

1968 Galaxie two door
390 2bbl hardtop
Mean Green


      
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From tropicars at yahoo.com  Wed Jul  1 19:57:48 2009
From: tropicars at yahoo.com (Tropicars Classic Car Rentals)
Date: Wed, 1 Jul 2009 15:57:48 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...and transfer
Message-ID: <853896.54453.qm@web53705.mail.re2.yahoo.com>


Aloha All,
We replaced the fuse panel, and still only a click. I am stepping out of this project for now, and transferring control over to the car's new owner. His name is Eirik, and he is a good guy, just learning the wonders and frustrations of owning a classic convertible. So far, he hasn't been able to cruise around our home island of Kauai because we can't get this darn car started. 
I would love to see that happen for him, but I now need to be dedicated to my study for the ministry, not cars. 
I sincerely appreciate all of the help that you all have supplied, time and again, that kept me out of the nuthouse in frustration, and instead let me cruise down the road happily. 
Please welcome him to the list, and I hope that you can all help him along until he helps back.
Aloha!
Al in Kauai

--- On Sat, 6/27/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update
> To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Date: Saturday, June 27, 2009, 5:01 PM
> 
> I tracked the problem to a rusted and generally useless
> fuse panel. I bought a replacement at NAPA, and I've figured
> out the positive side of the wiring...but what about the
> ground on all of these circuits? Can I simply run a screw
> through the ground side through the firewall and be grounded
> enough to carry that whole panel?
> Thanks
> Al in Kauai
> --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> wrote:
> 
> > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:33 PM
> > 
> > And I used another brand new battery from another car
> to
> > test too...still nothing but the loud click...
> > A
> > 
> > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > 
> > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:32 PM
> > > Sorry..
> > > The battery was the first thing I checked. I did
> have
> > the
> > > battery tested, and it passed, and it has been
> > trickle
> > > charged.
> > > Allen
> > > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, fordman289 at aol.com
> > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > wrote:
> > > 
> > > > From: fordman289 at aol.com
> > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 5:54 PM
> > > > 
> > > >? Everything
> > > > but the battery, which is the first thing I
> > would
> > > have
> > > > checked. A battery that can't hold enough of
> a
> > charge
> > > > will engage the gear on the starter but
> won't
> > have
> > > > enough juice to turn the engine (that's the
> > clunk).
> > > Even
> > > > if it reads 12volts it still could be bad.
> Do a
> > load
> > > test on
> > > > the battery, any parts store can do this.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > 
> > > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> > > > <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > > 
> > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > 
> > > > Sent: Mon, Jun 22, 2009 8:46 pm
> > > > 
> > > > Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > Aloha everyone!
> > > > 
> > > > I'm working on 66 Galaxie with a 289, auto
> trans,
> > no
> > > > a/c, no p/s and when we 
> > > > 
> > > > turn the key we can hear a loud click from
> the
> > > starter, but
> > > > nothing else 
> > > > 
> > > > happens. I have a bunch of parts in stock,
> and
> > this
> > > car is
> > > > getting sold anyway, 
> > > > 
> > > > so we tried to solve the problem by throwing
> new
> > parts
> > > at
> > > > it. We replaced the 
> > > > 
> > > > solenoid, the voltage regulator, the
> starter,
> > battery
> > > > cables, fuses, and because 
> > > > 
> > > > I had nothing else to do, we rebuilt the
> carb.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > But nothing so far has worked.
> > > > 
> > > > Any suggestions?
> > > > 
> > > > Thanks loads!
> > > > 
> > > > Allen in Kauai
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? ? ???
> > > > 
> > > >
> _______________________________________________
> > > > 
> > > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > > 
> > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > 
> > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galax
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? 
> > > > 
> > > >? Save energy, paper and money --
> > > > get the Green Toolbar.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > -----Inline Attachment Follows-----
> > > > 
> > > >
> _______________________________________________
> > > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ? ? ? 
> > > 
> > 
> > 
> > ? ? ? 
> > _______________________________________________
> > Galaxie mailing list
> > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > 
> 
> 
> ? ? ? 
> _______________________________________________
> Galaxie mailing list
> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> 


      

From GALAXIERUS at aol.com  Thu Jul  2 11:46:01 2009
From: GALAXIERUS at aol.com (GALAXIERUS at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 10:46:01 EDT
Subject: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips
Message-ID: <c59.4ec55304.377e2229@aol.com>

Your shop manual will not mention using Ultra black RTV, because it  didn't 
exist, then.
 Clean all surfaces of old gasket. Install the stat in the housing  with 
the sensor end towards the engine, using a small amount of RTV to hold it  in 
place. Install the gasket, if you are using one, on the engine outlet, using 
 RTV, then mount the stat housing to the engine.
Let the RTV set up for at least an hour or two, before filling with  
coolant. The longer the better.
Overnight is best.
 
Russ  Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI  

 
In a message dated 7/2/2009 9:29:55 A.M. Central Daylight Time,  
youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:

Good  morning my fellow Galaxians. I'm going to replace my thermostat 
tomorrow and  want to make sure it's done right without any surprises. I have the 
'stat and  gasket and a general assortment of engine sealers. Advice on 
methods, sealers  and whatever I need to know is greatly appreciated. I know, I 
should look at  the repair manual, and I will, but advice via personal 
experience is best in  my opinion.  


Thanks, 
Adam


1968 Galaxie two door
390 2bbl hardtop
Mean Green










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From GALAXIERUS at aol.com  Thu Jul  2 11:48:04 2009
From: GALAXIERUS at aol.com (GALAXIERUS at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 10:48:04 EDT
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...and transfer
Message-ID: <c26.5f1f31fa.377e22a4@aol.com>


If the solenoid clicks, and you are able to measure 12 volts at the output  
side of it, then either the connection at the starter is bad, or the 
starter is  bad or stuck.
 
Russ  Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI  

 
In a message dated 7/2/2009 9:30:01 A.M. Central Daylight Time,  
tropicars at yahoo.com writes:


Aloha All,
We replaced the fuse panel, and still only a click. I  am stepping out of 
this project for now, and transferring control over to the  car's new owner. 
His name is Eirik, and he is a good guy, just learning the  wonders and 
frustrations of owning a classic convertible. So far, he hasn't  been able to 
cruise around our home island of Kauai because we can't get this  darn car 
started. 
I would love to see that happen for him, but I now need  to be dedicated to 
my study for the ministry, not cars. 
I sincerely  appreciate all of the help that you all have supplied, time 
and again, that  kept me out of the nuthouse in frustration, and instead let 
me cruise down the  road happily. 
Please welcome him to the list, and I hope that you can all  help him along 
until he helps back.
Aloha!
Al in Kauai

--- On  Sat, 6/27/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>  
wrote:

> From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals  <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't  start....update
> To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."  <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Date: Saturday, June 27, 2009,  5:01 PM
> 
> I tracked the problem to a rusted and generally  useless
> fuse panel. I bought a replacement at NAPA, and I've  figured
> out the positive side of the wiring...but what about  the
> ground on all of these circuits? Can I simply run a screw
>  through the ground side through the firewall and be grounded
> enough to  carry that whole panel?
> Thanks
> Al in Kauai
> --- On Mon,  6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
>  wrote:
> 
> > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals  <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't  start....
> > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."  <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009,  7:33 PM
> > 
> > And I used another brand new battery from  another car
> to
> > test too...still nothing but the loud  click...
> > A
> > 
> > --- On Mon, 6/22/09,  Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> >  wrote:
> > 
> > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals  <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't  start....
> > > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."  <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > > Date: Monday, June 22,  2009, 7:32 PM
> > > Sorry..
> > > The battery was the  first thing I checked. I did
> have
> > the
> > >  battery tested, and it passed, and it has been
> > trickle
>  > > charged.
> > > Allen
> > > --- On Mon,  6/22/09, fordman289 at aol.com
> > >  <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > wrote:
> > > 
>  > > > From: fordman289 at aol.com
> > >  <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car  won't start....
> > > > To:  galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > Date: Monday, June 22,  2009, 5:54 PM
> > > > 
> > > >   Everything
> > > > but the battery, which is the first thing  I
> > would
> > > have
> > > > checked. A  battery that can't hold enough of
> a
> > charge
> >  > > will engage the gear on the starter but
> won't
> >  have
> > > > enough juice to turn the engine (that's  the
> > clunk).
> > > Even
> > > > if it  reads 12volts it still could be bad.
> Do a
> > load
>  > > test on
> > > > the battery, any parts store can do  this.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > -----Original  Message-----
> > > > 
> > > > From: Tropicars  Classic Car Rentals
> > > > <tropicars at yahoo.com>
>  > > > 
> > > > To:  galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > 
> > > >  Sent: Mon, Jun 22, 2009 8:46 pm
> > > > 
> > > >  Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > 
> >  > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > >  > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > Aloha  everyone!
> > > > 
> > > > I'm working on 66  Galaxie with a 289, auto
> trans,
> > no
> > > >  a/c, no p/s and when we 
> > > > 
> > > > turn  the key we can hear a loud click from
> the
> > > starter,  but
> > > > nothing else 
> > > > 
> >  > > happens. I have a bunch of parts in stock,
> and
> >  this
> > > car is
> > > > getting sold anyway,  
> > > > 
> > > > so we tried to solve the  problem by throwing
> new
> > parts
> > >  at
> > > > it. We replaced the 
> > > > 
>  > > > solenoid, the voltage regulator, the
> starter,
>  > battery
> > > > cables, fuses, and because 
> >  > > 
> > > > I had nothing else to do, we rebuilt  the
> carb.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> >  > > 
> > > > But nothing so far has worked.
> >  > > 
> > > > Any suggestions?
> > > >  
> > > > Thanks loads!
> > > > 
> >  > > Allen in Kauai
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > >       
> > > >  
> > > >
>  _______________________________________________
> > > >  
> > > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > > 
>  > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > 
>  > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galax
>  > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> >  > >  
> > > > 
> > > >  Save  energy, paper and money --
> > > > get the Green  Toolbar.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > >  > -----Inline Attachment Follows-----
> > > > 
> >  > >
> _______________________________________________
> >  > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > >  Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > >  http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > >  
> > > 
> > >       
> > >  
> > 
> > 
> >       
> >  _______________________________________________
> > Galaxie mailing  list
> > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> >  http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > 
>  
> 
>       
>  _______________________________________________
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> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
>  http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
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From mark at moonware.net  Thu Jul  2 11:58:03 2009
From: mark at moonware.net (Mark E. Mooney)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 07:58:03 -0700
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...and transfer
In-Reply-To: <853896.54453.qm@web53705.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <853896.54453.qm@web53705.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <8BB9E5E3111145478F0D4D017E82484E@MooneyGraphic>

Did the car ever turn over with this starter?

Could the starter just be the wrong one?

It could be running out and hitting the flywheel with a clank, but not
meshing with the ring gear, so no full extension and no turning.

Can you pull it out, ground it and see if it runs properly?

MM

-----Original Message-----
From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
[mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of Tropicars Classic
Car Rentals
Sent: Wednesday, July 01, 2009 3:58 PM
To: A list for Ford Galaxie owners.; eiriklarkin at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...and transfer


Aloha All,
We replaced the fuse panel, and still only a click. I am stepping out of
this project for now, and transferring control over to the car's new owner.
His name is Eirik, and he is a good guy, just learning the wonders and
frustrations of owning a classic convertible. So far, he hasn't been able to
cruise around our home island of Kauai because we can't get this darn car
started. 
I would love to see that happen for him, but I now need to be dedicated to
my study for the ministry, not cars. 
I sincerely appreciate all of the help that you all have supplied, time and
again, that kept me out of the nuthouse in frustration, and instead let me
cruise down the road happily. 
Please welcome him to the list, and I hope that you can all help him along
until he helps back.
Aloha!
Al in Kauai

--- On Sat, 6/27/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
wrote:

> From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update
> To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Date: Saturday, June 27, 2009, 5:01 PM
> 
> I tracked the problem to a rusted and generally useless
> fuse panel. I bought a replacement at NAPA, and I've figured
> out the positive side of the wiring...but what about the
> ground on all of these circuits? Can I simply run a screw
> through the ground side through the firewall and be grounded
> enough to carry that whole panel?
> Thanks
> Al in Kauai
> --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> wrote:
> 
> > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:33 PM
> > 
> > And I used another brand new battery from another car
> to
> > test too...still nothing but the loud click...
> > A
> > 
> > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > 
> > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:32 PM
> > > Sorry..
> > > The battery was the first thing I checked. I did
> have
> > the
> > > battery tested, and it passed, and it has been
> > trickle
> > > charged.
> > > Allen
> > > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, fordman289 at aol.com
> > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > wrote:
> > > 
> > > > From: fordman289 at aol.com
> > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 5:54 PM
> > > > 
> > > >? Everything
> > > > but the battery, which is the first thing I
> > would
> > > have
> > > > checked. A battery that can't hold enough of
> a
> > charge
> > > > will engage the gear on the starter but
> won't
> > have
> > > > enough juice to turn the engine (that's the
> > clunk).
> > > Even
> > > > if it reads 12volts it still could be bad.
> Do a
> > load
> > > test on
> > > > the battery, any parts store can do this.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > 
> > > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> > > > <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > > 
> > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > 
> > > > Sent: Mon, Jun 22, 2009 8:46 pm
> > > > 
> > > > Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > Aloha everyone!
> > > > 
> > > > I'm working on 66 Galaxie with a 289, auto
> trans,
> > no
> > > > a/c, no p/s and when we 
> > > > 
> > > > turn the key we can hear a loud click from
> the
> > > starter, but
> > > > nothing else 
> > > > 
> > > > happens. I have a bunch of parts in stock,
> and
> > this
> > > car is
> > > > getting sold anyway, 
> > > > 
> > > > so we tried to solve the problem by throwing
> new
> > parts
> > > at
> > > > it. We replaced the 
> > > > 
> > > > solenoid, the voltage regulator, the
> starter,
> > battery
> > > > cables, fuses, and because 
> > > > 
> > > > I had nothing else to do, we rebuilt the
> carb.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > But nothing so far has worked.
> > > > 
> > > > Any suggestions?
> > > > 
> > > > Thanks loads!
> > > > 
> > > > Allen in Kauai
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? ? ???
> > > > 
> > > >
> _______________________________________________
> > > > 
> > > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > > 
> > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > 
> > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galax
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
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From lingley at earthlink.net  Thu Jul  2 12:04:11 2009
From: lingley at earthlink.net (tlingley@calvalues.com)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 08:04:11 -0700
Subject: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips
References: <c59.4ec55304.377e2229@aol.com>
Message-ID: <002f01c9fb26$5c1181b0$6801a8c0@Ted>

I thought I'd throw this in from past experience....be careful not to overtighten.  On pre-65's it's not as crucial, but on later models I believe the housings are cast steel which can snap if overtightened...10-15 ft lbs. maybe?  check manual.
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: GALAXIERUS at aol.com 
  To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca 
  Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 7:46 AM
  Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips


    Your shop manual will not mention using Ultra black RTV, because it didn't exist, then.
   Clean all surfaces of old gasket. Install the stat in the housing with the sensor end towards the engine, using a small amount of RTV to hold it in place. Install the gasket, if you are using one, on the engine outlet, using RTV, then mount the stat housing to the engine.
  Let the RTV set up for at least an hour or two, before filling with coolant. The longer the better.
  Overnight is best.

  Russ Owens
  65-66 Galaxie Collector
  Milwaukee WI 

  In a message dated 7/2/2009 9:29:55 A.M. Central Daylight Time, youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:
    Good morning my fellow Galaxians. I'm going to replace my thermostat tomorrow and want to make sure it's done right without any surprises. I have the 'stat and gasket and a general assortment of engine sealers. Advice on methods, sealers and whatever I need to know is greatly appreciated. I know, I should look at the repair manual, and I will, but advice via personal experience is best in my opinion. 


    Thanks, 
    Adam


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From youneverbelieved at yahoo.com  Thu Jul  2 12:07:25 2009
From: youneverbelieved at yahoo.com (A. Braithwaite Jenkins)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 08:07:25 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips
In-Reply-To: <c59.4ec55304.377e2229@aol.com>
References: <c59.4ec55304.377e2229@aol.com>
Message-ID: <373482.14836.qm@web30805.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Thanks for the information. I did try installing the new thermostat yesterday and found a surprise, the old one was installed backwards. I've never replaced it so it had to have been like that for 10+ years. All the surfaces were cleaned thoroughly and I used a red RTV sealant on the manifold side of the gasket - which had peel and stick self adhesive on one side which I adheard to the water neck. However, when I started her up this morning the seal leaked. Back the drawing board I guess. Do you suppose the problem was the type of RTV I used?

 
Adam



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From: "GALAXIERUS at aol.com" <GALAXIERUS at aol.com>
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Sent: Thursday, July 2, 2009 7:46:01 AM
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

  Your shop manual will not mention using Ultra black RTV, because it
didn't exist, then.
 Clean all surfaces of old gasket. Install the stat in the housing
with the sensor end towards the engine, using a small amount of RTV to hold it
in place. Install the gasket, if you are using one, on the engine outlet, using
RTV, then mount the stat housing to the engine.
Let the RTV set up for at least an hour or two, before filling with
coolant. The longer the better.
Overnight is best.
 
Russ
Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI 
 
In a message dated 7/2/2009 9:29:55 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:
Good
>  morning my fellow Galaxians. I'm going to replace my thermostat tomorrow and
>  want to make sure it's done right without any surprises. I have the 'stat and
>  gasket and a general assortment of engine sealers. Advice on methods, sealers
>  and whatever I need to know is greatly appreciated. I know, I should look at
>  the repair manual, and I will, but advice via personal experience is best in
>  my opinion.
> 
>
>
>Thanks, 
>Adam
>
>
>1968 Galaxie two door
>390 2bbl hardtop
>Mean Green
>
> 
>
>
>
>
>
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From GALAXIERUS at aol.com  Thu Jul  2 13:04:19 2009
From: GALAXIERUS at aol.com (GALAXIERUS at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 12:04:19 EDT
Subject: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips
Message-ID: <bf5.5d73a431.377e3483@aol.com>

Since you have to start over, make sure both surfaces are flat, with  no 
corrosion or small gaps.
You can actually use just the RTV, but it has to set up, completely. You  
can probably clean up and re-use that gasket, as long as it is clean and  dry.
  The fact that it leaked should not be caused by the color of the  RTV. I 
prefer the ultra black.
The stat could have slipped out of the groove in the housing, which would  
certainly cause a leak, since you no longer have two flat surfaces.
  Set the stat in the housing with the RTV, and et it set up long  enough, 
not to fall out, then apply fresh RTV to the outlet, place the gasket,  put 
more RTV on the gasket facing out, then place the housing.
Snug up  the bolts, and let it set up for awhile, before re-tightening 
them. Do not over  tighten.
 
Russ  Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI  

 
In a message dated 7/2/2009 10:08:31 A.M. Central Daylight Time,  
youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:

Thanks  for the information. I did try installing the new thermostat 
yesterday and  found a surprise, the old one was installed backwards. I've never 
replaced it  so it had to have been like that for 10+ years. All the surfaces 
were cleaned  thoroughly and I used a red RTV sealant on the manifold side 
of the gasket -  which had peel and stick self adhesive on one side which I 
adheard to the  water neck. However, when I started her up this morning the 
seal leaked. Back  the drawing board I guess. Do you suppose the problem was 
the type of RTV I  used?

Adam

 
____________________________________
 From: "GALAXIERUS at aol.com"  <GALAXIERUS at aol.com>
To:  galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Sent: Thursday, July 2, 2009 7:46:01  AM
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE]  Thermostat Installation Tips

Your shop manual will not mention using Ultra black RTV, because  it didn't 
exist, then.
 Clean all surfaces of old gasket. Install the stat in the housing  with 
the sensor end towards the engine, using a small amount of RTV to hold it  in 
place. Install the gasket, if you are using one, on the engine outlet,  
using RTV, then mount the stat housing to the engine.
Let the RTV set up for at least an hour or two, before filling with  
coolant. The longer the better.
Overnight is best.
 
Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie  Collector
Milwaukee WI  

 
In a message dated 7/2/2009 9:29:55 A.M. Central Daylight Time,  
youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:

Good  morning my fellow Galaxians. I'm going to replace my thermostat 
tomorrow and  want to make sure it's done right without any surprises. I have the 
'stat  and gasket and a general assortment of engine sealers. Advice on 
methods,  sealers and whatever I need to know is greatly appreciated. I know, I 
should  look at the repair manual, and I will, but advice via personal 
experience is  best in my opinion.  


Thanks, 
Adam


1968 Galaxie two door
390 2bbl hardtop
Mean Green










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From mark at moonware.net  Thu Jul  2 13:15:39 2009
From: mark at moonware.net (Mark E. Mooney)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 09:15:39 -0700
Subject: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips
In-Reply-To: <bf5.5d73a431.377e3483@aol.com>
References: <bf5.5d73a431.377e3483@aol.com>
Message-ID: <A2AD82B540D74EF989FA9EBDFDA3835D@MooneyGraphic>

You can also attach a rubber band to the stat through the hose side hole.
Then glue the housing onto the manifold and bolt it down.  Then you just
yank the rubber band, breaking it and pull it out.

 

I  use permatex 'the right stuff'  gasket in a can.  Has an easy dispenser,
sets up nice, and no need for the paper gasket. 

 

MM

 

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From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
[mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of
GALAXIERUS at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 9:04 AM
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

 

  Since you have to start over, make sure both surfaces are flat, with no
corrosion or small gaps.

You can actually use just the RTV, but it has to set up, completely. You can
probably clean up and re-use that gasket, as long as it is clean and dry.

  The fact that it leaked should not be caused by the color of the RTV. I
prefer the ultra black.

The stat could have slipped out of the groove in the housing, which would
certainly cause a leak, since you no longer have two flat surfaces.

  Set the stat in the housing with the RTV, and et it set up long enough,
not to fall out, then apply fresh RTV to the outlet, place the gasket, put
more RTV on the gasket facing out, then place the housing.
  Snug up the bolts, and let it set up for awhile, before re-tightening
them. Do not over tighten.

 

Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI 

 

In a message dated 7/2/2009 10:08:31 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:

Thanks for the information. I did try installing the new thermostat
yesterday and found a surprise, the old one was installed backwards. I've
never replaced it so it had to have been like that for 10+ years. All the
surfaces were cleaned thoroughly and I used a red RTV sealant on the
manifold side of the gasket - which had peel and stick self adhesive on one
side which I adheard to the water neck. However, when I started her up this
morning the seal leaked. Back the drawing board I guess. Do you suppose the
problem was the type of RTV I used?

 

Adam

 


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From: "GALAXIERUS at aol.com" <GALAXIERUS at aol.com>
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Sent: Thursday, July 2, 2009 7:46:01 AM
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

  Your shop manual will not mention using Ultra black RTV, because it didn't
exist, then.

 Clean all surfaces of old gasket. Install the stat in the housing with the
sensor end towards the engine, using a small amount of RTV to hold it in
place. Install the gasket, if you are using one, on the engine outlet, using
RTV, then mount the stat housing to the engine.

Let the RTV set up for at least an hour or two, before filling with coolant.
The longer the better.

Overnight is best.

 

Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI 

 

In a message dated 7/2/2009 9:29:55 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:

Good morning my fellow Galaxians. I'm going to replace my thermostat
tomorrow and want to make sure it's done right without any surprises. I have
the 'stat and gasket and a general assortment of engine sealers. Advice on
methods, sealers and whatever I need to know is greatly appreciated. I know,
I should look at the repair manual, and I will, but advice via personal
experience is best in my opinion. 

 

Thanks, 

Adam

 

1968 Galaxie two door

390 2bbl hardtop

Mean Green

 

 

 




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From betnden at gmail.com  Thu Jul  2 16:24:38 2009
From: betnden at gmail.com (Dennis W)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 14:24:38 -0500
Subject: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips
In-Reply-To: <A2AD82B540D74EF989FA9EBDFDA3835D@MooneyGraphic>
References: <bf5.5d73a431.377e3483@aol.com>
	<A2AD82B540D74EF989FA9EBDFDA3835D@MooneyGraphic>
Message-ID: <8c0c92e10907021224s6226fd97s345eb3779de28588@mail.gmail.com>

All the suggestions so far are good ones. I have a suggestion to add.
Usually you have an 'air-lock' when refilling the system since the
thermostat is almost the highest point so air is trapped behind it until it
opens, then maybe the air trapped isn't moved out of the system. I drill a
small hole in the flat of the thermostat, usually 5/32" so air can travel on
through the thermostat and doesn't involve burping it. Just make sure the
hole is at the top of the housing for it to be really effective.

Dennis in eastexas

On Thu, Jul 2, 2009 at 11:15 AM, Mark E. Mooney <mark at moonware.net> wrote:

>  You can also attach a rubber band to the stat through the hose side
> hole.  Then glue the housing onto the manifold and bolt it down.  Then you
> just yank the rubber band, breaking it and pull it out.
>
>
>
> I  use permatex ?the right stuff?  gasket in a can.  Has an easy dispenser,
> sets up nice, and no need for the paper gasket.
>
>
>
> MM
>
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From lingley at earthlink.net  Thu Jul  2 17:13:37 2009
From: lingley at earthlink.net (tlingley@calvalues.com)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 13:13:37 -0700
Subject: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips
References: <bf5.5d73a431.377e3483@aol.com>
	<A2AD82B540D74EF989FA9EBDFDA3835D@MooneyGraphic>
Message-ID: <00c901c9fb51$963f66b0$6801a8c0@Ted>

If you can find it, Hylomar by Permatex is my hands down favorite.
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Mark E. Mooney 
  To: 'A list for Ford Galaxie owners.' 
  Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 9:15 AM
  Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips


  You can also attach a rubber band to the stat through the hose side hole.  Then glue the housing onto the manifold and bolt it down.  Then you just yank the rubber band, breaking it and pull it out.

   

  I  use permatex 'the right stuff'  gasket in a can.  Has an easy dispenser, sets up nice, and no need for the paper gasket. 

   

  MM

   


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  From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca [mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of GALAXIERUS at aol.com
  Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 9:04 AM
  To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
  Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

   

    Since you have to start over, make sure both surfaces are flat, with no corrosion or small gaps.

  You can actually use just the RTV, but it has to set up, completely. You can probably clean up and re-use that gasket, as long as it is clean and dry.

    The fact that it leaked should not be caused by the color of the RTV. I prefer the ultra black.

  The stat could have slipped out of the groove in the housing, which would certainly cause a leak, since you no longer have two flat surfaces.

    Set the stat in the housing with the RTV, and et it set up long enough, not to fall out, then apply fresh RTV to the outlet, place the gasket, put more RTV on the gasket facing out, then place the housing.
    Snug up the bolts, and let it set up for awhile, before re-tightening them. Do not over tighten.

   

  Russ Owens
  65-66 Galaxie Collector
  Milwaukee WI 

   

  In a message dated 7/2/2009 10:08:31 A.M. Central Daylight Time, youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:

    Thanks for the information. I did try installing the new thermostat yesterday and found a surprise, the old one was installed backwards. I've never replaced it so it had to have been like that for 10+ years. All the surfaces were cleaned thoroughly and I used a red RTV sealant on the manifold side of the gasket - which had peel and stick self adhesive on one side which I adheard to the water neck. However, when I started her up this morning the seal leaked. Back the drawing board I guess. Do you suppose the problem was the type of RTV I used?

     

    Adam

     


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    From: "GALAXIERUS at aol.com" <GALAXIERUS at aol.com>
    To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
    Sent: Thursday, July 2, 2009 7:46:01 AM
    Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

      Your shop manual will not mention using Ultra black RTV, because it didn't exist, then.

     Clean all surfaces of old gasket. Install the stat in the housing with the sensor end towards the engine, using a small amount of RTV to hold it in place. Install the gasket, if you are using one, on the engine outlet, using RTV, then mount the stat housing to the engine.

    Let the RTV set up for at least an hour or two, before filling with coolant. The longer the better.

    Overnight is best.

     

    Russ Owens
    65-66 Galaxie Collector
    Milwaukee WI 

     

    In a message dated 7/2/2009 9:29:55 A.M. Central Daylight Time, youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:

      Good morning my fellow Galaxians. I'm going to replace my thermostat tomorrow and want to make sure it's done right without any surprises. I have the 'stat and gasket and a general assortment of engine sealers. Advice on methods, sealers and whatever I need to know is greatly appreciated. I know, I should look at the repair manual, and I will, but advice via personal experience is best in my opinion. 

       

      Thanks, 

      Adam

       

      1968 Galaxie two door

      390 2bbl hardtop

      Mean Green

       

       

       




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From rdmjr1 at earthlink.net  Thu Jul  2 19:49:04 2009
From: rdmjr1 at earthlink.net (Dane)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 17:49:04 -0500
Subject: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips
In-Reply-To: <00c901c9fb51$963f66b0$6801a8c0@Ted>
References: <bf5.5d73a431.377e3483@aol.com>	<A2AD82B540D74EF989FA9EBDFDA3835D@MooneyGraphic>
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Message-ID: <07f601c9fb67$4d4b6600$e7e23200$@net>

+1 on the Hylomar. I get all panicy if I start to run low on it. It and high
temp silicone gasket material are almost the only things I use anymore.

 

Dane McKitrick

Houston TX

 

 

From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
[mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of
tlingley at calvalues.com
Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 3:14 PM
To: A list for Ford Galaxie owners.
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

 

If you can find it, Hylomar by Permatex is my hands down favorite.

----- Original Message ----- 

From: Mark E. Mooney <mailto:mark at moonware.net>  

To: 'A <mailto:galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>  list for Ford Galaxie owners.'


Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 9:15 AM

Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

 

You can also attach a rubber band to the stat through the hose side hole.
Then glue the housing onto the manifold and bolt it down.  Then you just
yank the rubber band, breaking it and pull it out.

 

I  use permatex 'the right stuff'  gasket in a can.  Has an easy dispenser,
sets up nice, and no need for the paper gasket. 

 

MM

 

  _____  

From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
[mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of
GALAXIERUS at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 9:04 AM
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

 

  Since you have to start over, make sure both surfaces are flat, with no
corrosion or small gaps.

You can actually use just the RTV, but it has to set up, completely. You can
probably clean up and re-use that gasket, as long as it is clean and dry.

  The fact that it leaked should not be caused by the color of the RTV. I
prefer the ultra black.

The stat could have slipped out of the groove in the housing, which would
certainly cause a leak, since you no longer have two flat surfaces.

  Set the stat in the housing with the RTV, and et it set up long enough,
not to fall out, then apply fresh RTV to the outlet, place the gasket, put
more RTV on the gasket facing out, then place the housing.
  Snug up the bolts, and let it set up for awhile, before re-tightening
them. Do not over tighten.

 

Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI 

 

In a message dated 7/2/2009 10:08:31 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:

Thanks for the information. I did try installing the new thermostat
yesterday and found a surprise, the old one was installed backwards. I've
never replaced it so it had to have been like that for 10+ years. All the
surfaces were cleaned thoroughly and I used a red RTV sealant on the
manifold side of the gasket - which had peel and stick self adhesive on one
side which I adheard to the water neck. However, when I started her up this
morning the seal leaked. Back the drawing board I guess. Do you suppose the
problem was the type of RTV I used?

 

Adam

 


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From: "GALAXIERUS at aol.com" <GALAXIERUS at aol.com>
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Sent: Thursday, July 2, 2009 7:46:01 AM
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

  Your shop manual will not mention using Ultra black RTV, because it didn't
exist, then.

 Clean all surfaces of old gasket. Install the stat in the housing with the
sensor end towards the engine, using a small amount of RTV to hold it in
place. Install the gasket, if you are using one, on the engine outlet, using
RTV, then mount the stat housing to the engine.

Let the RTV set up for at least an hour or two, before filling with coolant.
The longer the better.

Overnight is best.

 

Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI 

 

In a message dated 7/2/2009 9:29:55 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:

Good morning my fellow Galaxians. I'm going to replace my thermostat
tomorrow and want to make sure it's done right without any surprises. I have
the 'stat and gasket and a general assortment of engine sealers. Advice on
methods, sealers and whatever I need to know is greatly appreciated. I know,
I should look at the repair manual, and I will, but advice via personal
experience is best in my opinion. 

 

Thanks, 

Adam

 

1968 Galaxie two door

390 2bbl hardtop

Mean Green

 

 

 




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From rdmjr1 at earthlink.net  Thu Jul  2 20:06:39 2009
From: rdmjr1 at earthlink.net (Dane)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 18:06:39 -0500
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...again
In-Reply-To: <306715.23932.qm@web53702.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <306715.23932.qm@web53702.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <000601c9fb69$c1ee2f40$45ca8dc0$@net>

If it's been two weeks, I would start the entire diagnostic procedure all
over.
Battery fully charged and good?
Every cable (+ and ground) connection good and tight? I'm kind of lazy, so
often I just by pass each cable with a jumper cable.
Solenoid actually good? (jump around it with a jumper cable) 
Engine will turn over manually?
If you get this far, chances are real good it's the starter

If you have access to a DC induction ammeter, it will greatly speed the
diagnostic process, but it's not necessary.


-----Original Message-----
From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
[mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of Tropicars Classic
Car Rentals
Sent: Monday, June 29, 2009 8:14 PM
To: A list for Ford Galaxie owners.
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...again


the fuse panel went in OK, but car still only clicks the starter.
New battery cables installed, still no go.
The car turned over but did not start 2 weeks due to bad carb from sitting
for 6 months. Towed to new owners house, Rebuilt carb, and now car won't
even turn over.
Ideas?
Al in Kauai

--- On Sat, 6/27/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
wrote:

> From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update
> To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Date: Saturday, June 27, 2009, 5:01 PM
> 
> I tracked the problem to a rusted and generally useless
> fuse panel. I bought a replacement at NAPA, and I've figured
> out the positive side of the wiring...but what about the
> ground on all of these circuits? Can I simply run a screw
> through the ground side through the firewall and be grounded
> enough to carry that whole panel?
> Thanks
> Al in Kauai
> --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> wrote:
> 
> > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:33 PM
> > 
> > And I used another brand new battery from another car
> to
> > test too...still nothing but the loud click...
> > A
> > 
> > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > 
> > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:32 PM
> > > Sorry..
> > > The battery was the first thing I checked. I did
> have
> > the
> > > battery tested, and it passed, and it has been
> > trickle
> > > charged.
> > > Allen
> > > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, fordman289 at aol.com
> > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > wrote:
> > > 
> > > > From: fordman289 at aol.com
> > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 5:54 PM
> > > > 
> > > >? Everything
> > > > but the battery, which is the first thing I
> > would
> > > have
> > > > checked. A battery that can't hold enough of
> a
> > charge
> > > > will engage the gear on the starter but
> won't
> > have
> > > > enough juice to turn the engine (that's the
> > clunk).
> > > Even
> > > > if it reads 12volts it still could be bad.
> Do a
> > load
> > > test on
> > > > the battery, any parts store can do this.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > 
> > > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> > > > <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > > 
> > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > 
> > > > Sent: Mon, Jun 22, 2009 8:46 pm
> > > > 
> > > > Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > Aloha everyone!
> > > > 
> > > > I'm working on 66 Galaxie with a 289, auto
> trans,
> > no
> > > > a/c, no p/s and when we 
> > > > 
> > > > turn the key we can hear a loud click from
> the
> > > starter, but
> > > > nothing else 
> > > > 
> > > > happens. I have a bunch of parts in stock,
> and
> > this
> > > car is
> > > > getting sold anyway, 
> > > > 
> > > > so we tried to solve the problem by throwing
> new
> > parts
> > > at
> > > > it. We replaced the 
> > > > 
> > > > solenoid, the voltage regulator, the
> starter,
> > battery
> > > > cables, fuses, and because 
> > > > 
> > > > I had nothing else to do, we rebuilt the
> carb.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > But nothing so far has worked.
> > > > 
> > > > Any suggestions?
> > > > 
> > > > Thanks loads!
> > > > 
> > > > Allen in Kauai
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? ? ???
> > > > 
> > > >
> _______________________________________________
> > > > 
> > > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > > 
> > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > 
> > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galax
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >? 
> > > > 
> > > >? Save energy, paper and money --
> > > > get the Green Toolbar.
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > -----Inline Attachment Follows-----
> > > > 
> > > >
> _______________________________________________
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> > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ? ? ? 
> > > 
> > 
> > 
> > ? ? ? 
> > _______________________________________________
> > Galaxie mailing list
> > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > 
> 
> 
> ? ? ? 
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From ckline24 at yahoo.com  Thu Jul  2 23:49:24 2009
From: ckline24 at yahoo.com (Chris Cline)
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2009 19:49:24 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...again
Message-ID: <25788.56359.qm@web111409.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>


I'll say this, if you put a jumper cable straight to the bolt on the starter and it doesn't turn you definitely have either a bad starter or the engine is locked. It's really that simple.
Pulling off the starter on a 289 should be a breeze. I think you could even pull it off without raising the car. Personally I'd take it off and take it up to the parts store to have it tested there. You'll get the double benefit of knowing good/bad and if it is bad you got your core right there. I love it when my customers bring in the core right away, it makes finding the exact right part easier, catalogs have been known to lie.
Best of luck to you. 

--- On Thu, 7/2/09, Dane <rdmjr1 at earthlink.net> wrote:

> From: Dane <rdmjr1 at earthlink.net>
> Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...again
> To: "'A list for Ford Galaxie owners.'" <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Date: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 6:06 PM
> If it's been two weeks, I would start
> the entire diagnostic procedure all
> over.
> Battery fully charged and good?
> Every cable (+ and ground) connection good and tight? I'm
> kind of lazy, so
> often I just by pass each cable with a jumper cable.
> Solenoid actually good? (jump around it with a jumper
> cable) 
> Engine will turn over manually?
> If you get this far, chances are real good it's the
> starter
> 
> If you have access to a DC induction ammeter, it will
> greatly speed the
> diagnostic process, but it's not necessary.
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
> [mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca]
> On Behalf Of Tropicars Classic
> Car Rentals
> Sent: Monday, June 29, 2009 8:14 PM
> To: A list for Ford Galaxie owners.
> Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...again
> 
> 
> the fuse panel went in OK, but car still only clicks the
> starter.
> New battery cables installed, still no go.
> The car turned over but did not start 2 weeks due to bad
> carb from sitting
> for 6 months. Towed to new owners house, Rebuilt carb, and
> now car won't
> even turn over.
> Ideas?
> Al in Kauai
> 
> --- On Sat, 6/27/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> wrote:
> 
> > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update
> > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > Date: Saturday, June 27, 2009, 5:01 PM
> > 
> > I tracked the problem to a rusted and generally
> useless
> > fuse panel. I bought a replacement at NAPA, and I've
> figured
> > out the positive side of the wiring...but what about
> the
> > ground on all of these circuits? Can I simply run a
> screw
> > through the ground side through the firewall and be
> grounded
> > enough to carry that whole panel?
> > Thanks
> > Al in Kauai
> > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > 
> > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:33 PM
> > > 
> > > And I used another brand new battery from another
> car
> > to
> > > test too...still nothing but the loud click...
> > > A
> > > 
> > > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car
> Rentals
> > <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > wrote:
> > > 
> > > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:32 PM
> > > > Sorry..
> > > > The battery was the first thing I checked. I
> did
> > have
> > > the
> > > > battery tested, and it passed, and it has
> been
> > > trickle
> > > > charged.
> > > > Allen
> > > > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, fordman289 at aol.com
> > > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > > wrote:
> > > > 
> > > > > From: fordman289 at aol.com
> > > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't
> start....
> > > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 5:54 PM
> > > > > 
> > > > >? Everything
> > > > > but the battery, which is the first
> thing I
> > > would
> > > > have
> > > > > checked. A battery that can't hold
> enough of
> > a
> > > charge
> > > > > will engage the gear on the starter
> but
> > won't
> > > have
> > > > > enough juice to turn the engine (that's
> the
> > > clunk).
> > > > Even
> > > > > if it reads 12volts it still could be
> bad.
> > Do a
> > > load
> > > > test on
> > > > > the battery, any parts store can do
> this.
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > >? 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > >? 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > > 
> > > > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> > > > > <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > > > 
> > > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > > 
> > > > > Sent: Mon, Jun 22, 2009 8:46 pm
> > > > > 
> > > > > Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > Aloha everyone!
> > > > > 
> > > > > I'm working on 66 Galaxie with a 289,
> auto
> > trans,
> > > no
> > > > > a/c, no p/s and when we 
> > > > > 
> > > > > turn the key we can hear a loud click
> from
> > the
> > > > starter, but
> > > > > nothing else 
> > > > > 
> > > > > happens. I have a bunch of parts in
> stock,
> > and
> > > this
> > > > car is
> > > > > getting sold anyway, 
> > > > > 
> > > > > so we tried to solve the problem by
> throwing
> > new
> > > parts
> > > > at
> > > > > it. We replaced the 
> > > > > 
> > > > > solenoid, the voltage regulator, the
> > starter,
> > > battery
> > > > > cables, fuses, and because 
> > > > > 
> > > > > I had nothing else to do, we rebuilt
> the
> > carb.
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > But nothing so far has worked.
> > > > > 
> > > > > Any suggestions?
> > > > > 
> > > > > Thanks loads!
> > > > > 
> > > > > Allen in Kauai
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > >? ? ???
> > > > > 
> > > > >
> > _______________________________________________
> > > > > 
> > > > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > > > 
> > > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > > 
> > > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galax
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > >? 
> > > > > 
> > > > >? Save energy, paper and money --
> > > > > get the Green Toolbar.
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > -----Inline Attachment Follows-----
> > > > > 
> > > > >
> > _______________________________________________
> > > > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > ? ? ? 
> > > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ? ? ? 
> > > _______________________________________________
> > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > > 
> > 
> > 
> > ? ? ? 
> > _______________________________________________
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> > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > 
> 
> 
> ? ? ? 
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From pmlaw7 at yahoo.com  Fri Jul  3 12:05:32 2009
From: pmlaw7 at yahoo.com (David Pumphrey)
Date: Fri, 3 Jul 2009 08:05:32 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [GALAXIE] MORE parts
In-Reply-To: <2675-49C842B6-1079@storefull-3251.bay.webtv.net>
References: <2675-49C842B6-1079@storefull-3251.bay.webtv.net>
Message-ID: <524655.78996.qm@web57614.mail.re1.yahoo.com>

interested in some of the trim parts
particularly the trunk emblem if it is nice shape, and maybe the 390 emblems and mirror
would it be possible to send pictures?

 thanks
dave pumphrey




________________________________
From: Bob Huff <MemoreeMaker at webtv.net>
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Sent: Monday, March 23, 2009 10:17:26 PM
Subject: [GALAXIE] MORE parts

Found a few more parts (tail lites etc) to add to the 67 Galaxy Parts
list I posted about a week ago. These parts were left over after the
rebuild on our 67 Galaxy 2 dr hardtop. The parts consist of: 
R & L lower dr mlds (approx 3" wide)
(very slight fixable bend on one)
2 stock hub caps
2 lower frt fender braces
2 - 390 fender emblems
Ford Galaxy "letters"
1 stock mirror
trunk emblem
4 wheel opening mlds with extensions 
   1 extension slightly damaged
2 frt fender mlds - 1 dr mld 
Except for the 2 mentioned above, ALL these mlds are in great shape &
need only to be rubbed out to remove the tarnish. 
Will be leaving S.E. Virginia Thursday morning for upper N.Y. state. If
your interested in these parts, let me know before we leave Virginia &
we can meet you some where along the way.  
Asking for a fair/decent offer so I don't have to throw them in the
scrap pile.

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From youneverbelieved at yahoo.com  Fri Jul  3 14:36:57 2009
From: youneverbelieved at yahoo.com (A. Braithwaite Jenkins)
Date: Fri, 3 Jul 2009 10:36:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [GALAXIE] Fw:  Thermostat Installation Tips
In-Reply-To: <bf5.5d73a431.377e3483@aol.com>
References: <bf5.5d73a431.377e3483@aol.com>
Message-ID: <988950.50147.qm@web30807.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Well I finally put a straight edge to the water neck and behold, one of the bolt flanges has a nice bend to it creating a gap about 1/16 wide. How that gap got there and why it never leaked before is a mystery. The manifold side however looks perfectly fine so I got a new water neck and installed it. I'm waiting for the silicone so cure before I fire it up but hopefully that's the end of it.

 Adam





________________________________
From: "GALAXIERUS at aol.com" <GALAXIERUS at aol.com>
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Sent: Thursday, July 2, 2009 9:04:19 AM
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Thermostat Installation Tips

  Since you have to start over, make sure both surfaces are flat, with
no corrosion or small gaps.
You can actually use just the RTV, but it has to set up, completely. You
can probably clean up and re-use that gasket, as long as it is clean and
dry.
  The fact that it leaked should not be caused by the color of the
RTV. I prefer the ultra black.
The stat could have slipped out of the groove in the housing, which would
certainly cause a leak, since you no longer have two flat surfaces.
  Set the stat in the housing with the RTV, and et it set up long
enough, not to fall out, then apply fresh RTV to the outlet, place the gasket,
put more RTV on the gasket facing out, then place the housing.
  Snug up
the bolts, and let it set up for awhile, before re-tightening them. Do not over
tighten.
 
Russ
Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI 
 
In a message dated 7/2/2009 10:08:31 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:
Thanks
>  for the information. I did try installing the new thermostat yesterday and
>  found a surprise, the old one was installed backwards. I've never replaced it
>  so it had to have been like that for 10+ years. All the surfaces were cleaned
>  thoroughly and I used a red RTV sealant on the manifold side of the gasket -
>  which had peel and stick self adhesive on one side which I adheard to the
>  water neck. However, when I started her up this morning the seal leaked. Back
>  the drawing board I guess. Do you suppose the problem was the type of RTV I
>  used?
>
> 
>Adam
>
>
>
________________________________
 From: "GALAXIERUS at aol.com"
>  <GALAXIERUS at aol.com>
>To: >  galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
>Sent: Thursday, July 2, 2009 7:46:01
>  AM
>Subject: Re: [GALAXIE]
>  Thermostat Installation Tips
>
>  Your shop manual will not mention using Ultra black RTV, because
>  it didn't exist, then.
> Clean all surfaces of old gasket. Install the stat in the housing
>  with the sensor end towards the engine, using a small amount of RTV to hold it
>  in place. Install the gasket, if you are using one, on the engine outlet,
>  using RTV, then mount the stat housing to the engine.
>Let the RTV set up for at least an hour or two, before filling with
>  coolant. The longer the better.
>Overnight is best.
> 
>Russ Owens
>65-66 Galaxie
>  Collector
>Milwaukee WI
> 
> 
>In a message dated 7/2/2009 9:29:55 A.M. Central Daylight Time,
>  youneverbelieved at yahoo.com writes:
>Good
>>    morning my fellow Galaxians. I'm going to replace my thermostat tomorrow and
>>    want to make sure it's done right without any surprises. I have the 'stat
>>    and gasket and a general assortment of engine sealers. Advice on methods,
>>    sealers and whatever I need to know is greatly appreciated. I know, I should
>>    look at the repair manual, and I will, but advice via personal experience is
>>    best in my opinion.
>> 
>>
>>
>>Thanks, 
>>Adam
>>
>>
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>>390 2bbl hardtop
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>> 
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From johnracco at hotmail.com  Mon Jul  6 11:52:03 2009
From: johnracco at hotmail.com (lostracco)
Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2009 14:52:03 +0000
Subject: [GALAXIE] 63 galaxie hood ornament placement
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I am installing a hood ornament on a 1963 Galaxie.  Can someone with one on their car please go and measure the placement of the ornament on the hood.  What is the exact measurement from the front edge of the hood to the front tip of the ornament?  thanks for your help.
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From galaxierus at aol.com  Fri Jul 10 15:53:12 2009
From: galaxierus at aol.com (galaxierus at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:53:12 -0400
Subject: [GALAXIE] Panhard bar bushing info
Message-ID: <8CBCFA6B6288242-E20-E7B@webmail-dh11.sysops.aol.com>

? I finally located the NAPA box with the much sought after bushings for the Panhard bar.
These are readily available at NAPA, but have to be cut in half.
? There is one inside diameter and two outside diametes to this bushing.
In order to adapt it to the 65-up Galaxies, you cut them at the point where the OD changes, and double two of them up. It takes one box of four of these to make two bushing sets.
? NAPA part number 274 6514.
I checked my local store and they said they are available nationwide.
? I have not done this myself, but a local 67 owner has, and they work.
? At this time, I cannot remember if it is the larger diameter pieces that are doubled up end to end, or the smaleer diameter pieces, but I believe it is the two lager diameter ones.
? Go buy the item, and compare the OD of your original, and it will be obvious.


Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI
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From galaxierus at aol.com  Fri Jul 10 16:12:33 2009
From: galaxierus at aol.com (galaxierus at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:12:33 -0400
Subject: [GALAXIE] Panhard bar bushing info, more.
In-Reply-To: <8CBCFA6B6288242-E20-E7B@webmail-dh11.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CBCFA6B6288242-E20-E7B@webmail-dh11.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <8CBCFA9832946D8-E20-F6C@webmail-dh11.sysops.aol.com>

? More info on NAPA bushing 274 6514.

ID is 11/16 inches.
Small OD is 1 & 1/16 inches.
Large OD is 1 & 1/4 inches


Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI


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Sent: Fri, Jul 10, 2009 1:53 pm
Subject: [7litre] Panhard bar bushing info








? I finally located the NAPA box with the much sought after bushings for the Panhard bar.
These are readily available at NAPA, but have to be cut in half.
? There is one inside diameter and two outside diametes to this bushing.
In order to adapt it to the 65-up Galaxies, you cut them at the point where the OD changes, and double two of them up. It takes one box of four of these to make two bushing sets.
? NAPA part number 274 6514.
I checked my local store and they said they are available nationwide.
? I have not done this myself, but a local 67 owner has, and they work.
? At this time, I cannot remember if it is the larger diameter pieces that are doubled up end to end, or the smaleer diameter pieces, but I believe it is the two lager diameter ones.
? Go buy the item, and compare the OD of your original, and it will be obvious.



Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI


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From tropicars at yahoo.com  Fri Jul 17 03:34:31 2009
From: tropicars at yahoo.com (Tropicars Classic Car Rentals)
Date: Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:34:31 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...again. We have a winner!
Message-ID: <643937.6718.qm@web53702.mail.re2.yahoo.com>


Thanks Chris! 
If all of the obvious answers are not working, the solution can be: 
a) not obvious
b) obvious, but just not obvious enough for this doofus to notice.

The motor turned but would not catch, and then the car was towed to the new owners house. Then it wouldn't turn over at the new location. So we followed all of the helpful tips offered here. Actually, we had followed all of those tips before I bothered y'all with it. 
But we did NOT go back and try to turn the motor by hand. So after much swearing while tracking down that 15/16 socket, we found that the motor is stuck. Seems we moved a bunch a goo around in there when we cranked it over, but because we never got it started, the goo never cooked off. So following a local Ford guru's advice, we are soaking the cylinders in diesel fuel and PB Blaster.
Thanks all!
Allen in Kauai

--- On Thu, 7/2/09, Chris Cline <ckline24 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Chris Cline <ckline24 at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update...again
> To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Date: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 4:49 PM
> 
> I'll say this, if you put a jumper cable straight to the
> bolt on the starter and it doesn't turn you definitely have
> either a bad starter or the engine is locked. It's really
> that simple.
> Pulling off the starter on a 289 should be a breeze. I
> think you could even pull it off without raising the car.
> Personally I'd take it off and take it up to the parts store
> to have it tested there. You'll get the double benefit of
> knowing good/bad and if it is bad you got your core right
> there. I love it when my customers bring in the core right
> away, it makes finding the exact right part easier, catalogs
> have been known to lie.
> Best of luck to you. 
> 
> --- On Thu, 7/2/09, Dane <rdmjr1 at earthlink.net>
> wrote:
> 
> > From: Dane <rdmjr1 at earthlink.net>
> > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't
> start....update...again
> > To: "'A list for Ford Galaxie owners.'" <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > Date: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 6:06 PM
> > If it's been two weeks, I would start
> > the entire diagnostic procedure all
> > over.
> > Battery fully charged and good?
> > Every cable (+ and ground) connection good and tight?
> I'm
> > kind of lazy, so
> > often I just by pass each cable with a jumper cable.
> > Solenoid actually good? (jump around it with a jumper
> > cable) 
> > Engine will turn over manually?
> > If you get this far, chances are real good it's the
> > starter
> > 
> > If you have access to a DC induction ammeter, it will
> > greatly speed the
> > diagnostic process, but it's not necessary.
> > 
> > 
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > [mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca]
> > On Behalf Of Tropicars Classic
> > Car Rentals
> > Sent: Monday, June 29, 2009 8:14 PM
> > To: A list for Ford Galaxie owners.
> > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't
> start....update...again
> > 
> > 
> > the fuse panel went in OK, but car still only clicks
> the
> > starter.
> > New battery cables installed, still no go.
> > The car turned over but did not start 2 weeks due to
> bad
> > carb from sitting
> > for 6 months. Towed to new owners house, Rebuilt carb,
> and
> > now car won't
> > even turn over.
> > Ideas?
> > Al in Kauai
> > 
> > --- On Sat, 6/27/09, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > wrote:
> > 
> > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....update
> > > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > > Date: Saturday, June 27, 2009, 5:01 PM
> > > 
> > > I tracked the problem to a rusted and generally
> > useless
> > > fuse panel. I bought a replacement at NAPA, and
> I've
> > figured
> > > out the positive side of the wiring...but what
> about
> > the
> > > ground on all of these circuits? Can I simply run
> a
> > screw
> > > through the ground side through the firewall and
> be
> > grounded
> > > enough to carry that whole panel?
> > > Thanks
> > > Al in Kauai
> > > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car
> Rentals
> > <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > wrote:
> > > 
> > > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't start....
> > > > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:33 PM
> > > > 
> > > > And I used another brand new battery from
> another
> > car
> > > to
> > > > test too...still nothing but the loud
> click...
> > > > A
> > > > 
> > > > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, Tropicars Classic Car
> > Rentals
> > > <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > > wrote:
> > > > 
> > > > > From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals
> <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't
> start....
> > > > > To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."
> <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> > > > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 7:32 PM
> > > > > Sorry..
> > > > > The battery was the first thing I
> checked. I
> > did
> > > have
> > > > the
> > > > > battery tested, and it passed, and it
> has
> > been
> > > > trickle
> > > > > charged.
> > > > > Allen
> > > > > --- On Mon, 6/22/09, fordman289 at aol.com
> > > > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > > > wrote:
> > > > > 
> > > > > > From: fordman289 at aol.com
> > > > > <fordman289 at aol.com>
> > > > > > Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car won't
> > start....
> > > > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > > > Date: Monday, June 22, 2009, 5:54
> PM
> > > > > > 
> > > > > >? Everything
> > > > > > but the battery, which is the
> first
> > thing I
> > > > would
> > > > > have
> > > > > > checked. A battery that can't
> hold
> > enough of
> > > a
> > > > charge
> > > > > > will engage the gear on the
> starter
> > but
> > > won't
> > > > have
> > > > > > enough juice to turn the engine
> (that's
> > the
> > > > clunk).
> > > > > Even
> > > > > > if it reads 12volts it still could
> be
> > bad.
> > > Do a
> > > > load
> > > > > test on
> > > > > > the battery, any parts store can
> do
> > this.
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > >? 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > >? 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > From: Tropicars Classic Car
> Rentals
> > > > > > <tropicars at yahoo.com>
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > Sent: Mon, Jun 22, 2009 8:46 pm
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > Subject: [GALAXIE] Car won't
> start....
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > Aloha everyone!
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > I'm working on 66 Galaxie with a
> 289,
> > auto
> > > trans,
> > > > no
> > > > > > a/c, no p/s and when we 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > turn the key we can hear a loud
> click
> > from
> > > the
> > > > > starter, but
> > > > > > nothing else 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > happens. I have a bunch of parts
> in
> > stock,
> > > and
> > > > this
> > > > > car is
> > > > > > getting sold anyway, 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > so we tried to solve the problem
> by
> > throwing
> > > new
> > > > parts
> > > > > at
> > > > > > it. We replaced the 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > solenoid, the voltage regulator,
> the
> > > starter,
> > > > battery
> > > > > > cables, fuses, and because 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > I had nothing else to do, we
> rebuilt
> > the
> > > carb.
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > But nothing so far has worked.
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > Any suggestions?
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > Thanks loads!
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > Allen in Kauai
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > >? ? ???
> > > > > > 
> > > > > >
> > > _______________________________________________
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galax
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > >? 
> > > > > > 
> > > > > >? Save energy, paper and money --
> > > > > > get the Green Toolbar.
> > > > > > 
> > > > > > 
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> > > > > >
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> > > > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > ? ? ? 
> > > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > ? ? ? 
> > > >
> _______________________________________________
> > > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ? ? ? 
> > > _______________________________________________
> > > Galaxie mailing list
> > > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > > 
> > 
> > 
> > ? ? ? 
> > _______________________________________________
> > Galaxie mailing list
> > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > 
> > _______________________________________________
> > Galaxie mailing list
> > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> > http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> > 
> 
> 
> ? ? ? 
> 
> _______________________________________________
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> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> 


      

From johnracco at hotmail.com  Sun Jul 19 12:15:32 2009
From: johnracco at hotmail.com (lostracco)
Date: Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:15:32 +0000
Subject: [GALAXIE] galaxie fan shroud
Message-ID: <SNT103-W8A2CDB48F96137B20E586B01C0@phx.gbl>


I have a fan shroud that was sold to me as being from a 1964 Galaxie 352 or 390.  It measures 16 x 24 and the hole is 20 in. diameter.  It does not cover my rad in my 1963's 390, which is 18 x 23, so it's obviously the wrong one.  Does anyone know what rad this shroud would fit?  Are there different rads for these engines?      

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From rlkelley1950 at verizon.net  Sun Jul 19 12:44:44 2009
From: rlkelley1950 at verizon.net (Buddy Kelley)
Date: Sun, 19 Jul 2009 08:44:44 -0700
Subject: [GALAXIE] galaxie fan shroud
In-Reply-To: <SNT103-W8A2CDB48F96137B20E586B01C0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <0KN10048ND2KZI44@vms173019.mailsrvcs.net>

Send me a picture and I will try to help.

Bob

 

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From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
[mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of lostracco
Sent: Sunday, July 19, 2009 8:16 AM
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Subject: [GALAXIE] galaxie fan shroud

 

I have a fan shroud that was sold to me as being from a 1964 Galaxie 352 or
390.  It measures 16 x 24 and the hole is 20 in. diameter.  It does not
cover my rad in my 1963's 390, which is 18 x 23, so it's obviously the wrong
one.  Does anyone know what rad this shroud would fit?  Are there different
rads for these engines?      

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From hoagy6455 at verizon.net  Mon Jul 20 10:47:29 2009
From: hoagy6455 at verizon.net (hoagy6455 at verizon.net)
Date: Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:47:29 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [GALAXIE] galaxie fan shroud
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From terence.turner at lmco.com  Mon Jul 20 15:00:30 2009
From: terence.turner at lmco.com (Turner, Terence)
Date: Mon, 20 Jul 2009 11:00:30 -0700
Subject: [GALAXIE] galaxie fan shroud
In-Reply-To: <14873537.875579.1248097649599.JavaMail.root@vms064.mailsrvcs.net>
References: <14873537.875579.1248097649599.JavaMail.root@vms064.mailsrvcs.net>
Message-ID: <F5FF3380E9F41648AF24B80C2AAF19AD16DADFDB@EMSS08M03.us.lmco.com>

You can see one currently on eBay for reference. It's a steel original
two piece unit. Item number: 380141033942
 
Terry

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From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
[mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of
hoagy6455 at verizon.net
Sent: Monday, July 20, 2009 6:47 AM
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Cc: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] galaxie fan shroud


First off is it two piece ? 390's 62/63 thunderbird were 18 1/2 x 23 1/4
with 20 " opening    62/63 galaxie were 20 x 23 1/4 with 20" opening as
were 64 galaxies but bolt on center locations are different  all are two
piece  photo would help 


Jul 19, 2009 10:16:10 AM, galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca wrote:


	I have a fan shroud that was sold to me as being from a 1964
Galaxie 352 or 390.  It measures 16 x 24 and the hole is 20 in.
diameter.  It does not cover my rad in my 1963's 390, which is 18 x 23,
so it's obviously the wrong one.  Does anyone know what rad this shroud
would fit?  Are there different rads for these engines?      
	
	
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From r.borger at comcast.net  Tue Jul 21 12:16:13 2009
From: r.borger at comcast.net (Robert Borger)
Date: Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:16:13 -0500
Subject: [GALAXIE] Filler Neck?
In-Reply-To: <mailman.7628.1212647846.2167.galaxie@lists.twistedpair.ca>
References: <mailman.7628.1212647846.2167.galaxie@lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID: <73F9A49EC92840FB92A1B7BD038E3EFB@HEWLETTB33339E>

Hello all:

I have a 1966 Galaxie 500 Convertible with a 352.  This winter I removed my
gas tank and cleaned it out and completely restored it using a kit (Forget
the brand).  The problem is that I still seem to be getting rust into the
gas, somehow, and I have problems with the car running badly each time I
fill up with gas.  My thought is that the filler neck somehow is rusty, I'm
going to pull it off this weekend and check it out.

My question is;  Does anyone provide  a new filler neck to my gas tank, or
will I have to use acid or something to clean this?? I didn't see any in my
Dearborn Classics book, curious if anyone has any thoughts. 

Regards,

Robert B - going through too many fuel filters in Illinois
 

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   1. Re: Need a part for a 67 convertible top
      (Veiga, Terry - Sacramento)
   2. Re: Need a part for a 67 convertible top (Cliff Mierczynski)
   3. Re: Need a part for a 67 convertible top
      (Tropicars Classic Car Rentals)
   4. Re: Need a part for a 67 convertible top (Terry Veiga)
   5. Re: Need a part for a 67 convertible top (Randell Doty)
   6. Re: Need a part for a 67 convertible top
      (Tropicars Classic Car Rentals)


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Message: 1
Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 12:03:34 -0700
From: "Veiga, Terry - Sacramento" <TVeiga at sacbee.com>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible top
To: "Galaxie" <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID: <C46AE396.23350%tveiga at sacbee.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"

That is the exact same bolt that is not stock on my 67, too. Someone put in
a replacement bolt that?s not quite big enough and they didn?t even use a
washer! I?m watching this thread for any info...

Thanks,
Terry in Sacramento



From: Randell Doty <doty at cop.ufl.edu>
Reply-To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 14:46:00 -0400
To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Subject: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible top

Hello

I have finally gotten around to getting my top fixed. During the
process the shop i am working with was struggling with some sag on the
passenger side rail.  It turns out that there was a bolt in place
( from a previous repair i suppose)  that was non-standard which was
causing the problem.

Sooo....I was wondering if anyone knows where i can get this specific
bolt for a convertible top.  Here are links to pictures showing the
bolt.

The first diagram is from the trouble shooting guide

http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318264
51514-1.jpg

The second is from the parts diagram for the 65-68 ford

http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318265
51514-2.jpg

It would appear that the bolt's part number is 51514

If anyone has a spare one of these or knows where i can get one,
please drop me a line.

doty at cop.ufl.edu


rdoty

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Message: 2
Date: Tue, 03 Jun 2008 12:49:29 -0700
From: Cliff Mierczynski <red428ragtop at verizon.net>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible top
To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Cc: Cliff Mierczynski <red428ragtop at verizon.net>
Message-ID: <022DA25F-CC89-484F-BC24-73B058D26D16 at verizon.net>
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I have been to this guys place and they really know
their stuff. They advertise that they carry frame
hardware, so give them a call It's a place
to start.

http://store.convertibleparts.com/

Cliff
1967 XL 7 Litre Ragtop w/4 speed toploader
So-Cal Galaxies, Newsletter Editor
Ford Galaxie Club of America #3101




On Jun 3, 2008, at 11:46 AM, Randell Doty wrote:

> Hello
>
> I have finally gotten around to getting my top fixed. During the
> process the shop i am working with was struggling with some sag on the
> passenger side rail.  It turns out that there was a bolt in place
> ( from a previous repair i suppose)  that was non-standard which was
> causing the problem.
>
> Sooo....I was wondering if anyone knows where i can get this specific
> bolt for a convertible top.  Here are links to pictures showing the
> bolt.
>
> The first diagram is from the trouble shooting guide
>
> http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/ 
> 289649/231826451514-1.jpg
>
> The second is from the parts diagram for the 65-68 ford
>
> http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/ 
> 289649/231826551514-2.jpg
>
> It would appear that the bolt's part number is 51514
>
> If anyone has a spare one of these or knows where i can get one,
> please drop me a line.
>
> doty at cop.ufl.edu
>
>
> rdoty
>
> _______________________________________________
> Galaxie mailing list
> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie



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Message: 3
Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 13:52:27 -0700 (PDT)
From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible top
To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID: <88323.50452.qm at web53708.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1

Aloha!
In Fordspeak, I think those bolts are made from
unobtanium. In local pidgin Hawaiian, we would say "No
more da kine, brah."
So, I fabricated them for my 66 top. Start with a
grade 8 bolt with a smooth shoulder long enough to
accept the plastic sleeve. The ones that have a
shoulder long enough that I can find at Ace Hardware
all have too much thread, so you have to grind that
off to fit. Use a smooth washer, not a lock washer or
star washer! And remember to adjust the eccentric
EVERY time you remove or repair a top bolt.
Order parts and a great repair and adjustment booklet
from http://www.convertibleparts.com/
Good luck
Allen in Kauai
--- "Veiga, Terry - Sacramento" <TVeiga at sacbee.com>
wrote:

> That is the exact same bolt that is not stock on my
> 67, too. Someone put in
> a replacement bolt that?s not quite big enough and
> they didn?t even use a
> washer! I?m watching this thread for any info...
> 
> Thanks,
> Terry in Sacramento
> 
> 
> 
> From: Randell Doty <doty at cop.ufl.edu>
> Reply-To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."
> <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 14:46:00 -0400
> To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."
> <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Subject: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible
> top
> 
> Hello
> 
> I have finally gotten around to getting my top
> fixed. During the
> process the shop i am working with was struggling
> with some sag on the
> passenger side rail.  It turns out that there was a
> bolt in place
> ( from a previous repair i suppose)  that was
> non-standard which was
> causing the problem.
> 
> Sooo....I was wondering if anyone knows where i can
> get this specific
> bolt for a convertible top.  Here are links to
> pictures showing the
> bolt.
> 
> The first diagram is from the trouble shooting guide
> 
>
http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318264
> 51514-1.jpg
> 
> The second is from the parts diagram for the 65-68
> ford
> 
>
http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318265
> 51514-2.jpg
> 
> It would appear that the bolt's part number is 51514
> 
> If anyone has a spare one of these or knows where i
> can get one,
> please drop me a line.
> 
> doty at cop.ufl.edu
> 
> 
> rdoty
> 
> _______________________________________________
> Galaxie mailing list
> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
>
http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> 
> 
> 
> > _______________________________________________
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> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
>
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Message: 4
Date: Tue, 03 Jun 2008 19:40:21 -0700
From: Terry Veiga <tveiga at sacbee.com>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible top
To: Galaxie <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID: <C46B4EA5.23392%tveiga at sacbee.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"

Thanks for the tips Allen and Cliff.



From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
Reply-To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 13:52:27 -0700 (PDT)
To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible top

Aloha!
In Fordspeak, I think those bolts are made from
unobtanium. In local pidgin Hawaiian, we would say "No
more da kine, brah."
So, I fabricated them for my 66 top. Start with a
grade 8 bolt with a smooth shoulder long enough to
accept the plastic sleeve. The ones that have a
shoulder long enough that I can find at Ace Hardware
all have too much thread, so you have to grind that
off to fit. Use a smooth washer, not a lock washer or
star washer! And remember to adjust the eccentric
EVERY time you remove or repair a top bolt.
Order parts and a great repair and adjustment booklet
from http://www.convertibleparts.com/
Good luck
Allen in Kauai
--- "Veiga, Terry - Sacramento" <TVeiga at sacbee.com>
wrote:

> That is the exact same bolt that is not stock on my
> 67, too. Someone put in
> a replacement bolt that?s not quite big enough and
> they didn?t even use a
> washer! I?m watching this thread for any info...
> 
> Thanks,
> Terry in Sacramento
> 
> 
> 
> From: Randell Doty <doty at cop.ufl.edu>
> Reply-To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."
> <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 14:46:00 -0400
> To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."
> <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> Subject: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible
> top
> 
> Hello
> 
> I have finally gotten around to getting my top
> fixed. During the
> process the shop i am working with was struggling
> with some sag on the
> passenger side rail.  It turns out that there was a
> bolt in place
> ( from a previous repair i suppose)  that was
> non-standard which was
> causing the problem.
> 
> Sooo....I was wondering if anyone knows where i can
> get this specific
> bolt for a convertible top.  Here are links to
> pictures showing the
> bolt.
> 
> The first diagram is from the trouble shooting guide
> 
>
http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318264
> 51514-1.jpg
> 
> The second is from the parts diagram for the 65-68
> ford
> 
>
http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318265
> 51514-2.jpg
> 
> It would appear that the bolt's part number is 51514
> 
> If anyone has a spare one of these or knows where i
> can get one,
> please drop me a line.
> 
> doty at cop.ufl.edu
> 
> 
> rdoty
> 
> _______________________________________________
> Galaxie mailing list
> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
>
http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> 
> 
> 
> > _______________________________________________
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> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
>
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Message: 5
Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2008 11:37:24 -0400
From: Randell Doty <doty at cop.ufl.edu>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible top
To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID: <D778FF58-48A0-4CCA-8391-2A051FF1AE6E at cop.ufl.edu>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed; delsp=yes

I believe that the missing plastic sleeve is also part of the  
problem.  do you have a suggestion about where to get one or something  
that would work?

rdoty

On Jun 3, 2008, at 4:52 PM, Tropicars Classic Car Rentals wrote:

> Aloha!
> In Fordspeak, I think those bolts are made from
> unobtanium. In local pidgin Hawaiian, we would say "No
> more da kine, brah."
> So, I fabricated them for my 66 top. Start with a
> grade 8 bolt with a smooth shoulder long enough to
> accept the plastic sleeve. The ones that have a
> shoulder long enough that I can find at Ace Hardware
> all have too much thread, so you have to grind that
> off to fit. Use a smooth washer, not a lock washer or
> star washer! And remember to adjust the eccentric
> EVERY time you remove or repair a top bolt.
> Order parts and a great repair and adjustment booklet
> from http://www.convertibleparts.com/
> Good luck
> Allen in Kauai
> --- "Veiga, Terry - Sacramento" <TVeiga at sacbee.com>
> wrote:
>
>> That is the exact same bolt that is not stock on my
>> 67, too. Someone put in
>> a replacement bolt that?s not quite big enough and
>> they didn?t even use a
>> washer! I?m watching this thread for any info...
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Terry in Sacramento
>>
>>
>>
>> From: Randell Doty <doty at cop.ufl.edu>
>> Reply-To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."
>> <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
>> Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 14:46:00 -0400
>> To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."
>> <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
>> Subject: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible
>> top
>>
>> Hello
>>
>> I have finally gotten around to getting my top
>> fixed. During the
>> process the shop i am working with was struggling
>> with some sag on the
>> passenger side rail.  It turns out that there was a
>> bolt in place
>> ( from a previous repair i suppose)  that was
>> non-standard which was
>> causing the problem.
>>
>> Sooo....I was wondering if anyone knows where i can
>> get this specific
>> bolt for a convertible top.  Here are links to
>> pictures showing the
>> bolt.
>>
>> The first diagram is from the trouble shooting guide
>>
>>
>
http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318264
>> 51514-1.jpg
>>
>> The second is from the parts diagram for the 65-68
>> ford
>>
>>
>
http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318265
>> 51514-2.jpg
>>
>> It would appear that the bolt's part number is 51514
>>
>> If anyone has a spare one of these or knows where i
>> can get one,
>> please drop me a line.
>>
>> doty at cop.ufl.edu
>>
>>
>> rdoty
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> Galaxie mailing list
>> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
>>
> http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
>>
>>
>>
>>> _______________________________________________
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>> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
>>
> http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
>
>
>
>
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Randell Doty, Pharm.D.
Associate Dean for Experiential Education
University of Florida
College of Pharmacy
Box 100486 HSC
Gainesville, FL 32610-0486
(352) 273-6228
(352) 273-6498 FAX




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Message: 6
Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2008 23:36:55 -0700 (PDT)
From: Tropicars Classic Car Rentals <tropicars at yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67 convertible top
To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID: <372836.13898.qm at web53705.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1

At my Ace Hardware in Kapa'a, the plastic sleeves are
just a few bins over from the grade 8 bolts. I use a
cutoff tool to cut the plastic sleeves down to size.
The original only has a collar/flange on one side...or
at least mine do, so cutting off one end of the
plastic sleeve works fine.
Allen in Kauai
--- Randell Doty <doty at cop.ufl.edu> wrote:

> I believe that the missing plastic sleeve is also
> part of the  
> problem.  do you have a suggestion about where to
> get one or something  
> that would work?
> 
> rdoty
> 
> On Jun 3, 2008, at 4:52 PM, Tropicars Classic Car
> Rentals wrote:
> 
> > Aloha!
> > In Fordspeak, I think those bolts are made from
> > unobtanium. In local pidgin Hawaiian, we would say
> "No
> > more da kine, brah."
> > So, I fabricated them for my 66 top. Start with a
> > grade 8 bolt with a smooth shoulder long enough to
> > accept the plastic sleeve. The ones that have a
> > shoulder long enough that I can find at Ace
> Hardware
> > all have too much thread, so you have to grind
> that
> > off to fit. Use a smooth washer, not a lock washer
> or
> > star washer! And remember to adjust the eccentric
> > EVERY time you remove or repair a top bolt.
> > Order parts and a great repair and adjustment
> booklet
> > from http://www.convertibleparts.com/
> > Good luck
> > Allen in Kauai
> > --- "Veiga, Terry - Sacramento"
> <TVeiga at sacbee.com>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> That is the exact same bolt that is not stock on
> my
> >> 67, too. Someone put in
> >> a replacement bolt that?s not quite big enough
> and
> >> they didn?t even use a
> >> washer! I?m watching this thread for any info...
> >>
> >> Thanks,
> >> Terry in Sacramento
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> From: Randell Doty <doty at cop.ufl.edu>
> >> Reply-To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."
> >> <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> >> Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2008 14:46:00 -0400
> >> To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners."
> >> <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
> >> Subject: [GALAXIE] Need a part for a 67
> convertible
> >> top
> >>
> >> Hello
> >>
> >> I have finally gotten around to getting my top
> >> fixed. During the
> >> process the shop i am working with was struggling
> >> with some sag on the
> >> passenger side rail.  It turns out that there was
> a
> >> bolt in place
> >> ( from a previous repair i suppose)  that was
> >> non-standard which was
> >> causing the problem.
> >>
> >> Sooo....I was wondering if anyone knows where i
> can
> >> get this specific
> >> bolt for a convertible top.  Here are links to
> >> pictures showing the
> >> bolt.
> >>
> >> The first diagram is from the trouble shooting
> guide
> >>
> >>
> >
>
http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318264
> >> 51514-1.jpg
> >>
> >> The second is from the parts diagram for the
> 65-68
> >> ford
> >>
> >>
> >
>
http://216.77.188.54/coDataImages/p/Groups/337/337532/folders/289649/2318265
> >> 51514-2.jpg
> >>
> >> It would appear that the bolt's part number is
> 51514
> >>
> >> If anyone has a spare one of these or knows where
> i
> >> can get one,
> >> please drop me a line.
> >>
> >> doty at cop.ufl.edu
> >>
> >>
> >> rdoty
> >>
> >> _______________________________________________
> >> Galaxie mailing list
> >> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> >>
> >
>
http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>> _______________________________________________
> >> Galaxie mailing list
> >> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> >>
> >
>
http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > _______________________________________________
> > Galaxie mailing list
> > Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
> >
>
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> 
> 
> 
> Randell Doty, Pharm.D.
> Associate Dean for Experiential Education
> University of Florida
> College of Pharmacy
> Box 100486 HSC
> Gainesville, FL 32610-0486
> (352) 273-6228
> (352) 273-6498 FAX
> 
> 
> _______________________________________________
> Galaxie mailing list
> Galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
>
http://lists.twistedpair.ca/mailman/listinfo.cgi/galaxie
> 



      


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From dngbat1 at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 21 20:15:49 2009
From: dngbat1 at yahoo.com (Deb)
Date: Tue, 21 Jul 2009 16:15:49 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [GALAXIE] Filler Neck?
Message-ID: <7824.79795.qm@web52711.mail.re2.yahoo.com>


Have you replaced your fuel lines from the tank to fuel pump?  It could be your fuel lines are causing the problem as they get nasty also.

Deb


> ------------------------------
> 
>> Date: Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:16:13 -0500
> From: "Robert Borger" <r.borger at comcast.net>
> Subject: [GALAXIE] Filler Neck?
> 
> Hello all:
> 
> I have a 1966 Galaxie 500 Convertible with a 352.?
> This winter I removed my
> gas tank and cleaned it out and completely restored it
> using a kit (Forget
> the brand).? The problem is that I still seem to be
> getting rust into the
> gas, somehow, and I have problems with the car running
> badly each time I
> fill up with gas.? My thought is that the filler neck
> somehow is rusty, I'm
> going to pull it off this weekend and check it out.
> 
> My question is;? Does anyone provide? a new
> filler neck to my gas tank, or
> will I have to use acid or something to clean this?? I
> didn't see any in my
> Dearborn Classics book, curious if anyone has any thoughts.
> 
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Robert B - going through too many fuel filters in Illinois
>  
>


      

From galaxierus at aol.com  Thu Jul 23 18:57:28 2009
From: galaxierus at aol.com (galaxierus at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 17:57:28 -0400
Subject: [GALAXIE] FE Exhaust gaskets
Message-ID: <8CBD9F7B47FF08F-1080-15B9@webmail-mh12.sysops.aol.com>

?From time to time, the question comes up about FE exhaust gaskets.
? The original type are reproduced by NAPA and Fel Pro.
These are all metal, one piece, ?and have the plug wire heat shield as well.
They are embossed, like?a head gasket.

Fel Pro number MS 95000
NAPA ?number MS 15521X

About $16 a set.
?These are much better than those metal/fiber ones that eat up the manifolds and leak.
Both surfaces must be cleaned up and flat, before installing these, 
but they are far better than anything, except the thick copper ones.




Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI
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From terence.turner at lmco.com  Thu Jul 23 19:25:35 2009
From: terence.turner at lmco.com (Turner, Terence)
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:25:35 -0700
Subject: [GALAXIE] FE Exhaust gaskets
In-Reply-To: <8CBD9F7B47FF08F-1080-15B9@webmail-mh12.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CBD9F7B47FF08F-1080-15B9@webmail-mh12.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <F5FF3380E9F41648AF24B80C2AAF19AD16DADFF4@EMSS08M03.us.lmco.com>

I totally agree, Russ. I have used the Fel-Pro heat shields, first on my
60's Lincoln 430's, and then on my Galaxie and T-bird 390's and 428's. I
spray them with high-temp copper for extra insurance. It's a long term
permanent fix.
                                                Terry Turner
                                                1963 Galaxie Conv. 

________________________________

From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
[mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of
galaxierus at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2009 2:57 PM
To: 7litre at yahoogroups.com; FordGalaxieClubofAmerica at yahoogroups.com;
galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca; blueovalfans at yahoogroups.com
Subject: [GALAXIE] FE Exhaust gaskets


 From time to time, the question comes up about FE exhaust gaskets.
  The original type are reproduced by NAPA and Fel Pro.
These are all metal, one piece,  and have the plug wire heat shield as
well.
They are embossed, like a head gasket.

Fel Pro number MS 95000
NAPA  number MS 15521X

About $16 a set.
 These are much better than those metal/fiber ones that eat up the
manifolds and leak.
Both surfaces must be cleaned up and flat, before installing these, 
but they are far better than anything, except the thick copper ones.




Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI

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From bcmcbride at aol.com  Sat Jul 25 19:10:57 2009
From: bcmcbride at aol.com (Brian Mcbride)
Date: Sat, 25 Jul 2009 18:10:57 -0400
Subject: [GALAXIE] Engine Colors
Message-ID: <000f01ca0d74$c95133f0$5bf39bd0$@com>

I am hoping to clarify something on the color scheme for a 1965 Galaxie 289
engine.  I know there have been several posts on this so I have tried to
bore through all of the previous posts.  I am sorry if I missed this.

 

Let's say my car as the following colors:

 

Block - Black

Value Covers - Metallic Gold

Air Cleaner - Metallic Gold

 

Should the snorkel on the air cleaner be gold or black?  Also, should the
heat tube be black or gold?  

 

If black is the correct color, is the standard 70% gloss black paint?

 

I have not been able to find a good picture for a Galaxie as most 65 289
that I find are Mustangs and they have a chrome air cleaner.

 

Any help is much appreciated.

 

Thanks!

Brian

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From rdmjr1 at earthlink.net  Sat Jul 25 20:48:32 2009
From: rdmjr1 at earthlink.net (Dane McKitrick)
Date: Sat, 25 Jul 2009 18:48:32 -0500
Subject: [GALAXIE] free
In-Reply-To: <000f01ca0d74$c95133f0$5bf39bd0$@com>
References: <000f01ca0d74$c95133f0$5bf39bd0$@com>
Message-ID: <005101ca0d82$6be12ff0$43a38fd0$@net>

I have some letters off my 67 that are doing me no good. If you can use
them, I'll send them to you for free.

I have 2-G's, 2-A's, 3-L's, 2-X's, 2-E's, 2-5's, and 3-0's. also a F-RD from
the trunk (I think)

 

These are not pristine by any stretch of the imagination. They are in
average condition for letters that have been on the side of a car for 40
years. There are a few pins missing. But the price is right

 

Also have a pair of vent windows that I will sell cheap, but shipping might
be a killer

Also a pair of tail light assys' in fair to  good condition for $ 40.00 for
the pair + shipping .

 

Dane McKitrick

Houston TX

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From tuckersides at gmail.com  Sun Jul 26 20:26:40 2009
From: tuckersides at gmail.com (Tucker Sides)
Date: Sun, 26 Jul 2009 16:26:40 -0700
Subject: [GALAXIE] free
In-Reply-To: <005101ca0d82$6be12ff0$43a38fd0$@net>
References: <000f01ca0d74$c95133f0$5bf39bd0$@com>
	<005101ca0d82$6be12ff0$43a38fd0$@net>
Message-ID: <5bdd1d170907261626q63241629m288ce5c111be5ceb@mail.gmail.com>

Do you have and photos of the tail lights? and have you found new ones yet??

On Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 4:48 PM, Dane McKitrick <rdmjr1 at earthlink.net>wrote:

>   I have some letters off my 67 that are doing me no good. If you can use
> them, I?ll send them to you for free.
>
> I have 2-G?s, 2-A?s, 3-L?s, 2-X?s, 2-E?s, 2?5?s, and 3-0?s. also a F-RD
> from the trunk (I think)
>
>
>
> These are not pristine by any stretch of the imagination. They are in
> average condition for letters that have been on the side of a car for 40
> years. There are a few pins missing. But the price is right
>
>
>
> Also have a pair of vent windows that I will sell cheap, but shipping might
> be a killer
>
> Also a pair of tail light assys? in fair to  good condition for $ 40.00 for
> the pair + shipping .
>
>
>
> Dane McKitrick
>
> Houston TX
>
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From galaxierus at aol.com  Sun Jul 26 20:47:18 2009
From: galaxierus at aol.com (galaxierus at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 26 Jul 2009 19:47:18 -0400
Subject: [GALAXIE] Engine Colors
In-Reply-To: <000f01ca0d74$c95133f0$5bf39bd0$@com>
References: <000f01ca0d74$c95133f0$5bf39bd0$@com>
Message-ID: <8CBDC628B79B7D5-1278-BF7@WEBMAIL-MZ38.sysops.aol.com>

? The snorkel color for 65 is black. Only the air cleaner and valve covers are gold, and the shade of gold is very debatable. There are several shades that are considered "correct".
? In any case, the snorkel is that semi gloss black you mentioned.


Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI


-----Original Message-----
From: Brian Mcbride <bcmcbride at aol.com>
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Sent: Sat, Jul 25, 2009 5:10 pm
Subject: [GALAXIE] Engine Colors




I am hoping to clarify something on the color scheme for a 1965 Galaxie 289 engine.? I know there have been several posts on this so I have tried to bore through all of the previous posts.? I am sorry if I missed this?

?

Let?s say my car as the following colors:

?

Block ? Black

Value Covers ? Metallic Gold

Air Cleaner ? Metallic Gold

?

Should the snorkel on the air cleaner be gold or black? ?Also, should the heat tube be black or gold?? 

?

If black is the correct color, is the standard 70% gloss black paint?

?

I have not been able to find a good picture for a Galaxie as most 65 289 that I find are Mustangs and they have a chrome air cleaner.

?

Any help is much appreciated.

?

Thanks!

Brian




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From bernie at gct.co.nz  Sun Jul 26 20:54:42 2009
From: bernie at gct.co.nz (Bernie Prendergast)
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:54:42 +1200
Subject: [GALAXIE] 68 galaxie fastback
Message-ID: <46DA0FAB60C54724BBA4F1A79C48C556@toyota.co.nz>

I have a mint 68 fastback Galaxie[29,000mls genuine] and I want to put speakers in the rear parcelshelf, there is cutouts in the frame for 6x9' speakers, but what I really need are original speaker grilles or similar...the catch is I'm way down in New Zealand, hard to find this sort of thing!

Regards
Bernie Prendergast
Bernie at gct.co.nz
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Subject: [GALAXIE] 68 galaxie fastback
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From philtower at gmail.com  Mon Jul 27 01:02:29 2009
From: philtower at gmail.com (Philip Tower)
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:02:29 -0400
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed
Message-ID: <aaa7673f0907262102q5acf18f1q735d5893ff8a0170@mail.gmail.com>

Hello....

Need your honest assessment please of some higher quality car covers for my
65 Gal convertible.

The prices online seem to be all over the place.  Need an indoor cover that
will protect and last and fit well.

Thanks for any of  your recommendations!

Phil

-- 
Phil Tower
1965 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
philtower at gmail.com
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From director at galaxieclub.com  Mon Jul 27 01:29:13 2009
From: director at galaxieclub.com (Ford Galaxie Club of America)
Date: Sun, 26 Jul 2009 23:29:13 -0500
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed
In-Reply-To: <aaa7673f0907262102q5acf18f1q735d5893ff8a0170@mail.gmail.co
 m>
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20090726232848.03933448@pop.powweb.com>

I'd go with California Car Covers. They have been great and have a great 
warranty. Many different levels to choose from.


At 11:02 PM 7/26/2009, you wrote:
>Hello....
>
>Need your honest assessment please of some higher quality car covers for 
>my 65 Gal convertible.?
>
>The prices online seem to be all over the place.?  Need an indoor cover 
>that will protect and last and fit well.
>
>Thanks for any of?  your recommendations!
>
>Phil
>
>--
>Phil Tower
>1965 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
><mailto:philtower at gmail.com>philtower at gmail.com
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From r.borger at comcast.net  Mon Jul 27 10:46:56 2009
From: r.borger at comcast.net (Robert Borger)
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 08:46:56 -0500
Subject: [GALAXIE] Filler Neck?
In-Reply-To: <mailman.1595.1248650813.17746.galaxie@lists.twistedpair.ca>
References: <mailman.1595.1248650813.17746.galaxie@lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID: <766DB0B19140418895C1827103E55B2A@HEWLETTB33339E>

Hi Deb:  Thanks for this comment on fuel lines, I was given that suggestion
this weekend, and did not consider it before then.  Time to hit the
catalogs! Thanks I'll keep you all informed.

Robert  B 

-----Original Message-----
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Today's Topics:

   1. Re: Filler Neck? (Deb)
   2. FE Exhaust gaskets (galaxierus at aol.com)
   3. Re: FE Exhaust gaskets (Turner, Terence)
   4. Engine Colors (Brian Mcbride)
   5. free (Dane McKitrick)
   6. Re: free (Tucker Sides)


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Message: 1
Date: Tue, 21 Jul 2009 16:15:49 -0700 (PDT)
From: Deb <dngbat1 at yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Filler Neck?
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Message-ID: <7824.79795.qm at web52711.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1


Have you replaced your fuel lines from the tank to fuel pump?  It could be
your fuel lines are causing the problem as they get nasty also.

Deb


> ------------------------------
> 
>> Date: Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:16:13 -0500
> From: "Robert Borger" <r.borger at comcast.net>
> Subject: [GALAXIE] Filler Neck?
> 
> Hello all:
> 
> I have a 1966 Galaxie 500 Convertible with a 352.?
> This winter I removed my
> gas tank and cleaned it out and completely restored it using a kit 
> (Forget the brand).? The problem is that I still seem to be getting 
> rust into the gas, somehow, and I have problems with the car running 
> badly each time I fill up with gas.? My thought is that the filler 
> neck somehow is rusty, I'm going to pull it off this weekend and check 
> it out.
> 
> My question is;? Does anyone provide? a new filler neck to my gas 
> tank, or will I have to use acid or something to clean this?? I didn't 
> see any in my Dearborn Classics book, curious if anyone has any 
> thoughts.
> 
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Robert B - going through too many fuel filters in Illinois
>  
>


      


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Message: 2
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 17:57:28 -0400
From: galaxierus at aol.com
Subject: [GALAXIE] FE Exhaust gaskets
To: 7litre at yahoogroups.com, FordGalaxieClubofAmerica at yahoogroups.com,
	galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca, blueovalfans at yahoogroups.com
Message-ID: <8CBD9F7B47FF08F-1080-15B9 at webmail-mh12.sysops.aol.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

?From time to time, the question comes up about FE exhaust gaskets.
? The original type are reproduced by NAPA and Fel Pro.
These are all metal, one piece, ?and have the plug wire heat shield as well.
They are embossed, like?a head gasket.

Fel Pro number MS 95000
NAPA ?number MS 15521X

About $16 a set.
?These are much better than those metal/fiber ones that eat up the manifolds
and leak.
Both surfaces must be cleaned up and flat, before installing these, but they
are far better than anything, except the thick copper ones.




Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI
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Message: 3
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:25:35 -0700
From: "Turner, Terence" <terence.turner at lmco.com>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] FE Exhaust gaskets
To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID:
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I totally agree, Russ. I have used the Fel-Pro heat shields, first on my
60's Lincoln 430's, and then on my Galaxie and T-bird 390's and 428's. I
spray them with high-temp copper for extra insurance. It's a long term
permanent fix.
                                                Terry Turner
                                                1963 Galaxie Conv. 

________________________________

From: galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca
[mailto:galaxie-bounces at lists.twistedpair.ca] On Behalf Of
galaxierus at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2009 2:57 PM
To: 7litre at yahoogroups.com; FordGalaxieClubofAmerica at yahoogroups.com;
galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca; blueovalfans at yahoogroups.com
Subject: [GALAXIE] FE Exhaust gaskets


 From time to time, the question comes up about FE exhaust gaskets.
  The original type are reproduced by NAPA and Fel Pro.
These are all metal, one piece,  and have the plug wire heat shield as
well.
They are embossed, like a head gasket.

Fel Pro number MS 95000
NAPA  number MS 15521X

About $16 a set.
 These are much better than those metal/fiber ones that eat up the
manifolds and leak.
Both surfaces must be cleaned up and flat, before installing these, 
but they are far better than anything, except the thick copper ones.




Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI

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Message: 4
Date: Sat, 25 Jul 2009 18:10:57 -0400
From: "Brian Mcbride" <bcmcbride at aol.com>
Subject: [GALAXIE] Engine Colors
To: <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID: <000f01ca0d74$c95133f0$5bf39bd0$@com>
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I am hoping to clarify something on the color scheme for a 1965 Galaxie 289
engine.  I know there have been several posts on this so I have tried to
bore through all of the previous posts.  I am sorry if I missed this.

 

Let's say my car as the following colors:

 

Block - Black

Value Covers - Metallic Gold

Air Cleaner - Metallic Gold

 

Should the snorkel on the air cleaner be gold or black?  Also, should the
heat tube be black or gold?  

 

If black is the correct color, is the standard 70% gloss black paint?

 

I have not been able to find a good picture for a Galaxie as most 65 289
that I find are Mustangs and they have a chrome air cleaner.

 

Any help is much appreciated.

 

Thanks!

Brian

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Message: 5
Date: Sat, 25 Jul 2009 18:48:32 -0500
From: "Dane McKitrick" <rdmjr1 at earthlink.net>
Subject: [GALAXIE] free
To: "'A list for Ford Galaxie owners.'" <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID: <005101ca0d82$6be12ff0$43a38fd0$@net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

I have some letters off my 67 that are doing me no good. If you can use
them, I'll send them to you for free.

I have 2-G's, 2-A's, 3-L's, 2-X's, 2-E's, 2-5's, and 3-0's. also a F-RD from
the trunk (I think)

 

These are not pristine by any stretch of the imagination. They are in
average condition for letters that have been on the side of a car for 40
years. There are a few pins missing. But the price is right

 

Also have a pair of vent windows that I will sell cheap, but shipping might
be a killer

Also a pair of tail light assys' in fair to  good condition for $ 40.00 for
the pair + shipping .

 

Dane McKitrick

Houston TX

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Message: 6
Date: Sun, 26 Jul 2009 16:26:40 -0700
From: Tucker Sides <tuckersides at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] free
To: "A list for Ford Galaxie owners." <galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca>
Message-ID:
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Do you have and photos of the tail lights? and have you found new ones yet??

On Sat, Jul 25, 2009 at 4:48 PM, Dane McKitrick <rdmjr1 at earthlink.net>wrote:

>   I have some letters off my 67 that are doing me no good. If you can use
> them, I?ll send them to you for free.
>
> I have 2-G?s, 2-A?s, 3-L?s, 2-X?s, 2-E?s, 2?5?s, and 3-0?s. also a F-RD
> from the trunk (I think)
>
>
>
> These are not pristine by any stretch of the imagination. They are in
> average condition for letters that have been on the side of a car for 40
> years. There are a few pins missing. But the price is right
>
>
>
> Also have a pair of vent windows that I will sell cheap, but shipping
might
> be a killer
>
> Also a pair of tail light assys? in fair to  good condition for $ 40.00
for
> the pair + shipping .
>
>
>
> Dane McKitrick
>
> Houston TX
>
> _______________________________________________
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From seankerns at gmail.com  Mon Jul 27 10:58:25 2009
From: seankerns at gmail.com (Sean Kerns)
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:58:25 -0400
Subject: [GALAXIE] Transmission leak - where to look first
Message-ID: <39f977ef0907270658p497f0984maabca6fe4e48c813@mail.gmail.com>

I am not a transmission expert, so I'm really just hoping to diagnose this
problem and see if it's something I can fix easily myself, or if it's time
for a trip to the tranny shop. I hate having to let someone sle work on this
car, but I also know my limitations.

My wife's '63 500XL convertible, auto (with the two drive ranges - does that
make it an FM or FMX, never been clear on that). Symptom is that when I put
it into drive (but not reverse), it seems to "eject" some tranny fluid.
Doesn't seem to lose more while driving, just based on the levels, but when
putting it in gear only.

Does this suggest something I could look at and maybe just need to replace a
seal? Of course I have been unable to see the leak in action, becuase I have
not figured out a safe way to put it in gear while it's in a position where
I can see it. A frame lift sure would be handy for that.

Thanks,

Sean
'63 500XL convertible, Cincinnati, OH
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From storre at verizon.net  Mon Jul 27 13:15:16 2009
From: storre at verizon.net (steve)
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 12:15:16 -0400
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed
References: <aaa7673f0907262102q5acf18f1q735d5893ff8a0170@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <024CFB26F7A148088F5FE22E516EF4A8@ownerec468eb45>

phil if you just want to keep the dust off inside then. i got one from advance auto and it is smooth against the car and does not kill your pocket. only if it is outside do you want to get a real expensive one. i have has mone for over a year and not a problem. my 2 cents.
steve
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Philip Tower 
  To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca 
  Sent: Monday, July 27, 2009 12:02 AM
  Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed


  Hello....

  Need your honest assessment please of some higher quality car covers for my 65 Gal convertible.  

  The prices online seem to be all over the place.  Need an indoor cover that will protect and last and fit well.

  Thanks for any of  your recommendations!

  Phil

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  1965 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
  philtower at gmail.com



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From galaxierus at aol.com  Mon Jul 27 13:16:54 2009
From: galaxierus at aol.com (galaxierus at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 12:16:54 -0400
Subject: [GALAXIE] Transmission leak - where to look first
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? The first most obvious place to liik, wold be the shifter shaft, where it goes into the trans. It would be moving, only when selecting a gear. Your trans is the cast iron cruiso-matic. MX or FX.
? A front or rear seal would leak all the time, while driving.
? Put the car on jack stands and block the rear wheels, or get them off the ground.
Once you know it is secure, have someone in the car start it and shift it, while you look under it.
?I had a 66 with a 289 and the same or similiar trans leaking from the rear tail shaft seal, but it only did it above 30 MPH, due to the pump speed, etc.
? Look for a wet spot at the point where the shifter shaft goes in.
? The rear seal is easy. Pull the driveshaft, and there it is.
? The front seal requires separating the trans from the engine.
?The input shaft seal would require pulling the pan off the trans bottom.


Russ Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI


-----Original Message-----
From: Sean Kerns <seankerns at gmail.com>
To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca
Sent: Mon, Jul 27, 2009 8:58 am
Subject: [GALAXIE] Transmission leak - where to look first


I am not a transmission expert, so I'm really just hoping to diagnose this problem and see if it's something I can fix easily myself, or if it's time for a trip to the tranny shop. I hate having to let someone sle work on this car, but I also know my limitations. 

My wife's '63 500XL convertible, auto (with the two drive ranges - does that make it an FM or FMX, never been clear on that). Symptom is that when I put it into drive (but not reverse), it seems to "eject" some tranny fluid. Doesn't seem to lose more while driving, just based on the levels, but when putting it in gear only. 

Does this suggest something I could look at and maybe just need to replace a seal? Of course I have been unable to see the leak in action, becuase I have not figured out a safe way to put it in gear while it's in a position where I can see it. A frame lift sure would be handy for that.

Thanks,

Sean
'63 500XL convertible, Cincinnati, OH




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From bernie at gct.co.nz  Mon Jul 27 20:51:59 2009
From: bernie at gct.co.nz (Bernie Prendergast)
Date: Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:51:59 +1200
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed
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I just dumped a reasonably expensive new cover because every time I took it off there was a white greasy film left on the car, especially noticeable on the glass. Figure there must be a lanolin or similar used in the production, so I had to clean the car if I left it under cover for more than a week or two. Its gone!!!

  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: steve 
  To: A list for Ford Galaxie owners. 
  Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 4:15 AM
  Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed


  phil if you just want to keep the dust off inside then. i got one from advance auto and it is smooth against the car and does not kill your pocket. only if it is outside do you want to get a real expensive one. i have has mone for over a year and not a problem. my 2 cents.
  steve
    ----- Original Message ----- 
    From: Philip Tower 
    To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca 
    Sent: Monday, July 27, 2009 12:02 AM
    Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed


    Hello....

    Need your honest assessment please of some higher quality car covers for my 65 Gal convertible.  

    The prices online seem to be all over the place.  Need an indoor cover that will protect and last and fit well.

    Thanks for any of  your recommendations!

    Phil

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    1965 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
    philtower at gmail.com



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From GALAXIERUS at aol.com  Mon Jul 27 21:09:06 2009
From: GALAXIERUS at aol.com (GALAXIERUS at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:09:06 EDT
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed
Message-ID: <bef.4af395d4.379f9ba2@aol.com>

If you are just wanting a decent dust cover for indoor only storage, you  
can get one of those they sell at Wal Mart or elsewhere, for about $30 or so. 
 They are not waterproof.
  I bought a nice one from an ebay vendor, can't remember who, but  they 
advertise all the time, for about 90, and it is almost waterproof. With the  
antenna hole, some water gets in.
 
Russ  Owens
65-66 Galaxie Collector
Milwaukee WI  

 
In a message dated 7/27/2009 6:52:46 P.M. Central Daylight Time,  
bernie at gct.co.nz writes:

I just dumped a reasonably expensive new cover  because every time I took 
it off there was a white greasy film left on the  car, especially noticeable 
on the glass. Figure there must be a lanolin or  similar used in the 
production, so I had to clean the car if I left it under  cover for more than a 
week or two. Its gone!!!
 

----- Original Message ----- 
From:  _steve_ (mailto:storre at verizon.net)  
To: _A list for Ford Galaxie  owners._ 
(mailto:galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca)  
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 4:15  AM
Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car Covers  Recommendation Needed


phil if you just want to keep the dust off  inside then. i got one from 
advance auto and it is smooth against the  car and does not kill your pocket. 
only if it is outside do you  want to get a real expensive one. i have has 
mone for over a year and not a  problem. my 2 cents.
steve

----- Original Message ----- 
From:  _Philip Tower_ (mailto:philtower at gmail.com)  
To: _galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca_ (mailto:galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca)   
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2009 12:02  AM
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers  Recommendation Needed


Hello....

Need your honest assessment please of some  higher quality car covers for 
my 65 Gal convertible.  

The  prices online seem to be all over the place.  Need an indoor cover  
that will protect and last and fit well.

Thanks for any of   your recommendations!

Phil

-- 
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1965 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
_philtower at gmail.com_ (mailto:philtower at gmail.com) 
 
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From lingley at earthlink.net  Mon Jul 27 21:31:28 2009
From: lingley at earthlink.net (tlingley@calvalues.com)
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 17:31:28 -0700
Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed
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If you want a good outdoor cover, Stormweave by California Car Covers.  Good for about 4 years, lifetime warranty on the first one, so you get 8 years out of your purchase.  We live in Central California, temps from +20F - 115F, wind and rain (no snow)

If only for indoors, the Dustop is great.  Nothing gets through - pull it off after several months and no dust anywhere.  Had it three years now, still working great.

Ted Lingley
Tracy, Calif.
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: GALAXIERUS at aol.com 
  To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca 
  Sent: Monday, July 27, 2009 5:09 PM
  Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed


  If you are just wanting a decent dust cover for indoor only storage, you can get one of those they sell at Wal Mart or elsewhere, for about $30 or so. They are not waterproof.
    I bought a nice one from an ebay vendor, can't remember who, but they advertise all the time, for about 90, and it is almost waterproof. With the antenna hole, some water gets in.

  Russ Owens
  65-66 Galaxie Collector
  Milwaukee WI 

  In a message dated 7/27/2009 6:52:46 P.M. Central Daylight Time, bernie at gct.co.nz writes:
    I just dumped a reasonably expensive new cover because every time I took it off there was a white greasy film left on the car, especially noticeable on the glass. Figure there must be a lanolin or similar used in the production, so I had to clean the car if I left it under cover for more than a week or two. Its gone!!!

      ----- Original Message ----- 
      From: steve 
      To: A list for Ford Galaxie owners. 
      Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 4:15 AM
      Subject: Re: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed


      phil if you just want to keep the dust off inside then. i got one from advance auto and it is smooth against the car and does not kill your pocket. only if it is outside do you want to get a real expensive one. i have has mone for over a year and not a problem. my 2 cents.
      steve
        ----- Original Message ----- 
        From: Philip Tower 
        To: galaxie at lists.twistedpair.ca 
        Sent: Monday, July 27, 2009 12:02 AM
        Subject: [GALAXIE] Car Covers Recommendation Needed


        Hello....

        Need your honest assessment please of some higher quality car covers for my 65 Gal convertible.  

        The prices online seem to be all over the place.  Need an indoor cover that will protect and last and fit well.

        Thanks for any of  your recommendations!

        Phil

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        1965 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
        philtower at gmail.com



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