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In 1967 the first big-block Mustang was introduced, the S-code 390 which was rated at 320 hp. This Mustang was not able to compete with the hot new SS 396 Camaro , so in 1968 the 428 Cobra Jet engine was introduced, giving the Mustang true muscle car status, but then why stop there? In February 1968 when Bunkie Knudsen arrived in Dearborn he brought with him some strong ideas concerning the Mustang. He believed the popular pony car was a good looking automobile, but that there were a tremendous amount of people out there that wanted a good looking automobile that could perform. He also knew that the Z/28 Camaro, created with SCCA Trans-Am road racing in mind, could handle and stop as well as it could accelerate. Big block pony cars were faster, but left something to be desired going through the curves with all that weight up front.

Bunkie was able to lure several GM Design Engineers over to Ford in 1968. One of them was designer Larry Shinoda, the man who had drawn up the Z/28's sport image in 1967. Shinoda was tasked with besting a performance legend that he had helped to create. Shinoda contributed the new cars stripes, spoilers and window slats, as well as its name. Two Boss Mustangs were born in 1969, both originally developed concurrently by Ford's performance contractor, Kar Kraft Engineering, in Brighton, Michigan.

The Boss 429 was also built in response to Chrysler's 426 Hemi and it's success in Nascar. Ford built a 427 Hemi-headed single overhead cam motor first, but it wasn't considered stock enough for the series so along came the "semi-Hemi" head 429. Kar Kraft was given the task of wedging a 429 into the Mustang. Quarter-mile times were reported to be in the lower 14s. Although another of the hot rod magazines, Car Craft, slightly modified the stock 429 and got a 1/4 mile in the mid 12s. The street cars came from the factory with a conservative cam and a somewhat small carburetor.

Starting with the 1969 model year the Ford brought the road racing Mustang program in house by creating the Boss 302 with styling by Larry Shinoda, suspension was design by Kar Kraft. Engineer Matt Donner was the man responsible for the excellent Boss 302 chassis, which quickly impressed the critics with the way it hugged the road. The engine was a Ford 5.0L block with the new 351 Cleveland heads. The car was originally to be called the Trans Am, until Ford found out GM had already licensed the name from the SCCA.

The Boss 302 was rated at 290 HP because insurance companies were beginning to penalize the muscle cars by tacking on higher charges to any car rated over 300 HP. Actual horsepower was closer to 350. (These are Gross HP figures, not Net, as used today). Race versions made 450 HP at over 8,000 RPMs.

Boss 302s also ran in Nascar's Grand American (GA) series. The car came with a wide-ratio or close-ratio 4-speed top loader. A 3.50:1 rear gear was standard with 3.91 and 4.30 optional. Front discs are rear drum brakes and 15-inch wheels were standard. Road tests at the time put 1/4-mile performance in the upper 14-second range. However, Super Stock magazine tweaked a '70 Boss 302 and put slicks on to get a time in the mid-13s.

How did the Boss 302 compare to the Chevy Z28? Well it seems that is was very close indeed. Chevrolet's Trans-Am Camaro took home the SCCA racing championship in 1969, while Ford's Boss 302 put the Mustang back on top in 1970. As for street performance, both machines relied on specially built 290 horsepower 302 cubic inch small block V8's. Performance was so close as to be a toss-up in most street or track encounters.

In late 1970 Ford stopped all factory-sponsored racing. So regrettably the fun had to end ... for now.

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Rack 'Em Up, Lock 'Em Down: Bike Roof Racks

A bike roof rack has quickly become one of the most essential add-ons for the outdoor enthusiast routinely faced with hauling bikes and an array of other gear to and from the great outdoors. Sure, you could remove the front wheel, rear wheel and chain to fit the bike into your cargo space. But in the time it takes you to do that (and reassemble it on the other end), you could be down the road with the city in your rear view. So instead of messing around, why not rack ‘em up and lock ‘em down?

Bike roof racks are incredibly popular for the dual safety and convenience they provide. They allow you to easily and securely transport bikes, boards and a cargo carrier full of your recreational gear to and from your destination, leaving extra leg room in the cab for passengers. A high-quality roof rack is forged from steel tubing and easily stands up to 300 lbs of evenly-distributed weight. They're finished in a tough black-powder coating that resists corrosion, providing a long life of reliable wear, and are personally-tailored to your specific make, model and year to provide a custom fit.

Unlike a rear-mounted bike rack that connects to a trailer hitch, roof racks–like the Thule bike rack, Honda Civic bike rack, Chevy Cobalt bike roof rack and Base rack systems–store your bikes safely and conveniently up and out of the way, ensuring that your gear won't block your vision or obstruct access to the rear of your vehicle.

The modern roof rack works with just about any cargo carrier system and features a snap-on mounting system for quick installation and simple removal for convenient storage between trips. This compatibility with rooftop carriers allows you to lock your belongings when you stop to stretch your legs or head out on the trail, protecting your valuables from thieves quickly and securely. Constructed from all-weather ABS, rooftop carriers come in three sizes, with up to 17 cubic feet of cargo room, and provide the added benefit of additional trunk space on the roof of your vehicle. Similar to those produced by Thule, Yakima cargo carriers provide an additional level of security and convenience, featuring spring-loaded hinges that allow you to open it from either side with just one hand and a cast-metal super latch with a built-in lock that automatically ensures a snug weatherproof seal.

If you tend to shy away from items that say "some assembly required," you're not alone. That's why a high-quality roof rack, like the Yakima bike rack, Toyota Prius bike rack and their companion cargo carriers, are designed for quick and easy installation and come complete with step-by-step instructions and all the necessary mounting hardware.

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Chevy cobalt electrical issues?

I have a 2006 cobalt LT 2dr. I started my car this morning and the DIC read "power steering". The check engine light was on and traction control light as well. I had o drive a few blocks to walgreens and it wont shift into 2nd gear i was stuck in first. Nothing like this has ever happened before? Anyone have any ideas? The warranty is up since i have so many miles on it. So taking it to a dealer is out of the question.

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A cold February wind blew across the marsh in Benton Township. Rick Meinke often came here to hunt ducks, his trusty Labrador, Ottis, by his side. But today, Ottis was back at the house. And the .38 pistol weighing down his hand wasn't for sport.

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