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The Ford 1969 Mustang 4 speed shifter linkage was only made for one year. The control box was completely different from the earlier 4 speed shifters Ford made. One big reason was the reverse lock out feature was in the shifter body and not the handle. Which was the reason for it's short life span, the reverse detent was a spring steel piece that was very brittle as was the main spring inside the housing. The life span of these parts was probably about 65,000 miles before failure depending on how many times the car was put in reverse. When this happened shifting from 3rd to 2nd gear without resistance became an adventure, sometime resulting in engaging in reverse while going forward.

Cars being restored today using replacements parts rarely will reach 65,000 miles or be put in reverse very much. The overall shifting of the linkage has never been a big problem, some drag racers may argue this point but for everyday driving the linkage performed well. The rods and levers are similar to the earlier Mustang and Torino style cars but with different bends. Mustang levers are longer and Torino levers are the same as the earlier models.

The 1969 4 speed shifter control box for the Ford Galaxie is basically the same but the rods and levers are different. The forward gear rods are tubular and the levers are in a tear drop shape but both have the same reverse feature and had the same problem.

All replacement parts for these shifters are available and are of equal or better in quality than the originals. Finding them can be tough, they are not available at dealers or auto part stores but are available online by at least two sources that I know of.

If you are restoring a 1969 Mustang and are in need of a rebuild kit or would like it rebuilt the best source is http://www.vintagefordmanualshifters.info for all Ford 4 speed shifters from 1962-1973 all models.

Hello my name is Bill Heeley III and I invite you to the best source for vintage Ford 4 speed shifters parts. If you have a restoration project of a Mustang, Fairlane, Torino, Cyclone, Galaxie, Falcon, Comet, Tiger,Cobra, Shelby or GT and you are in need of the best quality parts and service. http://www.vintagefordmanualshifters.info

Ford's 'top Ten' Gift Ideas for Father's Day

Father’s Day is coming up fast, have you thought of a nice gift for dad already? Sure helping him fix his car’s Mazda parts would be nice, but how about giving him something new?

If your dad is a Ford fan, he’ll love what Ford has in store for him for his special day. Of course it will be you who’ll actually go out of your way to get him one of these items, but Father’s Day comes just once a year so why not make it special? Your dad certainly deserves the treat.

Below are ten dad-friendly suggestions from The Ford Collection (www.fordcollection.com):

Keep Him Safe: Show dad you care by buying him a Ford Emergency Roadside Bag. The $75 Ford-branded carrying case holds a flashlight, jumper cables, mini air compressor, emergency tire inflator, two bungee cords, pliers, screwdrivers, shop towels, gloves, a rain poncho and a 38-piece first aid kit. There’s even a roll of duct tape. (And dad knows full well duct tape is the solution to any problem, automotive or otherwise.)

Let Him Rock: He sent you to school, so help him enter the school of rock with a new Ford guitar. This Fender® Sonoran acoustic model delivers classic unplugged sound with a stylish blue-burst finish and Ford script. The six string costs $350 and features a solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides, Venetian cutaway, and Stratocaster headstock. Rock on, dad.

Decorate His Den: A treasure trove of poster-ready images chronicling Ford’s history can be found online at Ford ArteHouse through The Ford Collection. From racing heroes to concept cars, Mustangs to Thunderbirds, it’s all there. Prices start at $17.99 and framing is available. Photos of the new Ford Shelby GT500KR are hard to ignore. The car goes on sale next year, but posters are available today.

Empower Him: What dad really needs to get his engine running this Father’s Day is a new engine. Specifically, a 514 cubic-inch, 625-horsepower Ford Racing Performance crate engine. For $8,100, this V-8 monster will show up on his doorstep. Some assembly and installation is required, so make sure you visit www.fordracingparts.com before you buy.

Help Him Be On Time: A wristwatch is a safe bet for gifting. The new, Cobra Leather Strap Watch is a favorite among the many distinctive watches available through The Ford Collection. Priced at $85, the stylishmen’s timepiece features a genuine leather strap and Cobra logo. It is delivered in a stainless steel case and includes luminous hands, date function, and is water resistance up to 100 feet.

Make Him Feel Like a Kid Again: Truthfully, he won’t fit. But even so, dad can appreciate the timeless appeal of a great pedal car. This year, consider a classic ’32 Ford. With prices starting at $249, there are six pedal-car models, including a flame-painted hot rod. The official 75th Anniversary ‘32 Ford Roadster is a great choice and benefits a good cause. For each anniversary model sold, pedal-car maker Warehouse 36 will donate $10 to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund.

Make Him Feel Like a Kid Again, Version 2.0: Dozens of die-cast models are available through The Ford Collection, spanning the entire history of Ford Motor Company. Models include a 1913 Ford Model T, a classic Ford F1 pickup, and even a 2006 Ford Fusion. Limited edition is the way to go when your inheritance is on the line, so consider Franklin Mint’s Ford Shelby GT500 die-cast. Only 5,000 will be produced, making it even more rare than the real thing. And prices start at $120, well below the production version.

Fix His Drive: New to The Ford Collection this year is a custom Nike-brand driver with the Ford Blue Oval logo on the grip, an ideal gift for dads that duff. The large head driver delivers high resistance to twisting and the thin-titanium face provides great forgiveness. It slides neatly into any golf bag for just $239.

Beat Him in Pool: Dad loves his rec room and will love it even more with a new pool table handcrafted by Olhausen®, America’s premier manufacturer of professional-quality pool tables. The made-to-order tables are crafted in traditional wood styling of matte mahogany or distressed matte cherry. Each table features unique brass Ford Ovals embedded in the side rails and Ford Script custom carved into the table frame. Mustang-themed tables are offered as well. Prices start at $3,700.

Keep Him Warm: The Ford Collection offers a coat closet full of jackets and fleeces, but your dad is probably Built Ford Tough and should dress the part. Priced at $95, the Built Ford Tough Cheyenne Dri Duck® Jacket is a classic quarry-washed canvas work coat that provides maximum warmth and durability. The hooded jacket will stand up to what dad dishes out, thanks to triple knit stitching, a heavy duty metal zipper, and rib knit cuffs.

The Ford Collection was launched in 1997 and now includes more than 750 unique Ford, Lincoln and Mercury branded items. In all, Ford Motor Company manages one of the largest licensing operations in the world, with more than 300 unique licensees.

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Kraig Johanssen is a native of Connecticut and holds a degree in Software Engineering. He now works at a software development firm in Alabama. His love for writing and great interest on cars makes him a proficient contributing author to various automotive magazines.

Will i be able to beat this loser?

with my daily driver, its a 80 mustang coupe, its got a 302 with a T5 transmission, it just has bolt ons nothing too special, bbk long tubes, h pipe, 70mm throttle body, bbk air intake, thats about it. the t5 has a king cobra clutch, and a ripper shifter. my neighbors buddy thinks he can beat me with his lil civic. its a 95 civic ex, 98 b18c block, p72 gsr head, 98 gsr trans, exedy clutch/light flywheel, skunk2 manifold, type r throttle body, type r cams,aem cam gears, je forged 84mm 11.5 compress pistoms, forged steel rods, chipped p28 ecu, dc 4 1 header, dc axle back exhaust, sound like its pretty done up, but then again its a "4" cylinder. you think he has a chance like in a street race. heres pics of my car and a pic they sent me of his.
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What year is the 302 in your Mustang? The 1980 Mustang did not offer the 302 as a factory option.

I agree with the others, sounds like the Civic is a 13 second car, possibly faster. Unless you have 3.73 or better gears, there's a decent chance he could beat you.

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