Welcome to My Mustang Conversion Site

This Web site is to be my scrapbook for my current project. I will be taking a 1966 Mustang Coupe (originally a 6-cyl car) and converting it to house a 351 Cleveland powerplant. The intent of this project is to create a street/strip (mostly strip) car that will be running mid-high 6's in the 1/8 mile.

Scrapbook Layout

I have broken this project down to many categories. These categories will each have their own page on the website. Several reasons for this. First, I will switch my time between the different categories as I work to keep from tiring on a specific area of the car. This will also help me keep an eye on what effects one portion of the project is having on the others. Secondly, it will make it easier for me to catalog these projects in my scrapbook. Categories will include Engine, Engine Bay, Body, Interior, Front Suspension, and Rear Suspension. Feel free to check out the pages of interest and watch my project grow to completion. Please be aware, that these pages will be mostly comprised of photos and may take some time to load depending on your connection speed. :)

Keeping Your Car Cool

Did you know that in 95 degree heat, the air in your car reaches approximately 146 degrees and the steering wheel can reach 158 degrees? So what can you do about it? First, you can tint your car windows. Clear glass magnifies the sun and intensifies the heat. If that's too expensive, buy manual sunshades. They come in cheap cardboard or reflective material. You can also buy shades for the back side windows where your kids are. To avoid hot steering wheels, put a towel over the wheel to absorb sun while your car sits.

Washing and Waxing Tips

Most cars now come with a clearcoat finish, which tricks owners into thinking they don't need wax. Actually, you should wax your car 3-4 times a year. Most manufacturers also recommend washing your car once a week. Remember to start washing your car only when the car's surface is cool and only after rinsing the entire car. Rub gently, one section at a time, and use specific car wash products--never household cleaners. After rinsing your car well, dry it with a soft, clean cloth.

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Starting project

This is the car as it was when I first dumped it off of the trailer and was yet deciding what to do with it.

Finished project

This is the final product of all my time and work. Obviously no picture yet, as this is still a work in progress. ;)