My '71 Grande with 351C 4V (M-code) has an 8000 RPM tach with no redline. What is the theoretical redline or should I drive it until the lifters float? Also, were is max torque and HP? Thanks mike

Bought a center console on eBay from '71 Mach 1 that has a non-working clock. Mustang Monthly had an article dated January 2003 page 26 describing how to repair this clock. Is there a way to retrieve past articles online? mike

My car currently has P235/60 R14's. Hard to find. What would be the closest equivalent size on the door sticker; E78-14 or E70-14? Thanks

There was show called Modern Marvels last night that dealt with tech wonders from the 70's. One segment covered muscle cars. I only remember hearing the word Mustang once. The show mostly featured the TransAm. I know the 70's weren't the best years for Mustangs, but there were plenty of fast...

Want to replace the front shocks on my '71 Grande M-code. Would stock shocks fit the bill or should I spring for Koni or Bilstein? The car is a daily driver with occasional trips to the mountains were I push the car a bit :) mike

Will be installing a CenterForce II in my '71 M-code. CenterForce says to always resurface the flywheel. Some people tell me to never resurface the flywheel as it makes it thinner and more prone to warp. Or should it just be replaced? The clutch, bearing and disc cost just under $330 :)

Any advice on the intake manifold torque settings for a 351C 4V with an Edelbrock 351 4V LB Performer? The original cast iron settings were 23 - 25 for 5/16 bolts and 28 - 32 for 3/8 bolts. My mechanic, from whom I bought the car and installed the Edelbrock, said 18 Ft-Lb was plenty. An email...

Does anyone know a place around the South Bay/San Jose, CA area that calibrates torque wrenches? Thanks mike

Want to buy a carb for my '71 M-code. What is the cam duration for a stock 315C 4V? I have a factory shop manual in front of me with pages full of numbers. Where do I look for the cam duration @ 0.050? It should be up to 240 for a 650 Demon. mike

What should the water level be in a cold radiator? My 351C 4V in a '71 Grande radiator's water level is about six inches below the filler when the engine is cold. The car has never overheated and typically runs in the lower 1/3 of the temperature gauge. mike

What is the purpose of a timed carb vacuum port? My Carter 9637 SA AFB has three vacuum ports in front at base of carb. The middle one goes to the PCV valve, the right one (from front of engine) is at full vacuum and is plugged. The left one is connected to a TVS that has control over vacuum...

Can anyone recommend a mechanic in the San Jose, CA area ( the closer to Mountain View the better) that is familiar with the 351 4V Cleveland in a '71 Grande? Thanks mike

Anyone have experience with split fire plugs? They were popular a while back then seemed to disappear. mike

My 351C 4V has a suggested timing of 6B. This Cleveland has had the following mods. Carter AFB 9637 SA Edelbrock Performer LB 351 4V manifold MSD Blaster II 8202 The points have been replaced with electronic ignition. Question is, does the original 6B still apply. We are looking for performance...

The J.C. Whitney catalogue lists carpeting for my '71 Grande. The choices are Mach1(69-73), Mustang(64-70), Ranchero(60-71) and Torino(68-71). What car from the list is closest to a '71 Grande? Thanks mike

There is a rubber grommet through which an elbow passes on top of the valve cover. The elbow then connects via hose to the air cleaner. I want to replace the stock air cleaner and place a breather in the valve cover. The problem being the old grommet is very hard and not removable without a...

My '71 Grande probably has self adjusting rear drum brakes. Self adjusting means applying the brakes while going in reverse if I remember correctly. How fast in reverse and do you ease on the brakes or lock them up. mike

My '71 Grande has an Edelbrock Performer LB 351-4V manifold. What does the "LB" stand for? mike

What is the firing order for a 351C. My Chilton's manual picture and description does not match up with what is on the car. And where does the number one plug connect in relation to the cap clips? mike

Have purchased a "proper" oil filler cap for my '71 M-code. The one on now is a flat design with a PCV valve stuck in the hole in the center of the cap. The new one is a tall design with a right angle connector mounted on top. Both are twist on, of course. The problem being, there does not seem...