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gpd294
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Posted: 23-November-2015 at 3:38PM |
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Besides USED are these available anywhere? Are there any other FORD products outside the ones listed on this site that use the same rings?
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Carlos....1975 Gran Torino Squire Station Wagon restored to look like a 1973 Torino Station
Wagon my Dad bought new from McAnary Ford on June 6, 1973 in Gary,Indiana |
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californiajohnny
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broke a tab huh? you can tack weld them back on with a mig welder, i did. (even had to hand fab a couple that were missing)
but most fords with the four round lights should be the same unless the holes for the tabs are in a different location, but i would think they are the same |
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74 GRAN TORINO S&H CLONE 74 VETTE CUSTOM 90 S10 BLAZER 4X4 LIFTED 77 CELICA CUSTOM 75 V8 MONZA SUPERCHARGED 79 COURIER VERT. SLAMMED 75 VEGA V6 5 SPD 70 CHEV C10 P/U 68 MUSTANG FB CONVERSION |
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gpd294
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When I was re-assembling the wagon I think I was just so ready to drive it and have it done that I didn't pay all that much attention to the headlight rings. Out of the 4, only 1 actually had all 3 tabs. The rest are missing a tab each. I'm hoping to have my new headlights installed over the holiday so I'll have to figure something out. Thanks none the less Johnny for the help, you're always good for some solid advice!
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Carlos....1975 Gran Torino Squire Station Wagon restored to look like a 1973 Torino Station
Wagon my Dad bought new from McAnary Ford on June 6, 1973 in Gary,Indiana |
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dave302
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To see them for sale Click here. To see them from a different seller Click here.
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gpd294
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Thanks! I think I'm gonna run over to Dallas Mustang and see if I can match something up with what comes on our cars. I'll keep yall posted!
Edited by gpd294 - 24-November-2015 at 2:52AM |
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Carlos....1975 Gran Torino Squire Station Wagon restored to look like a 1973 Torino Station
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You're welcome.
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To see their rings for sale Click here. There is a picture below of the ring that they sell.
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gpd294
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^^^^^^ I saw that and am kinda concerned because although the 69 Mustang trim ring is the same size (5 3/4) it appears it only has 2 tabs that are similar to ours and one that is different as per the photo.
I am gonna take my good one with me and compare them side by to see. Once I see it in person I'll decide if I purchase them or not and let everyone know. Thanks again!
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gpd294
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So I stopped by Dallas Mustang to take a look at the 69 Mustang trim rings. Unfortunately they are not an exact match, but can be adapted if need be. They only have 2 tabs like the Torino and the 3rd one is on the ring itself and its not in the same place as the Torino. The Torino's are all evenly spaced. Kind of hard to tell in the photo. The Mustang one is the left and Torino on the right.
I am gonna have to fabricate some tabs on my other 3 rings and make what I have work. Nothing lost though at least now we ALL know. Thanks for all the input none the less! |
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gpd294
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DORMAN apparently makes universal 5 3/4 rings. I am gonna stop by the Auto Parts store and see if they carry them In STOCK or if they can ORDER them:
http://www.autozone.com/1/products/19138-universal-headlamp-retaining-ring-kit-42406-help-42406.html Edited by gpd294 - 24-November-2015 at 9:18AM |
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Carlos....1975 Gran Torino Squire Station Wagon restored to look like a 1973 Torino Station
Wagon my Dad bought new from McAnary Ford on June 6, 1973 in Gary,Indiana |
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gpd294
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Autozone allowed me to order them...8.99 a piece. I ordered 4 and they should be here Saturday Nov, 28th. As soon as I get 'em I'll update the thread.
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Carlos....1975 Gran Torino Squire Station Wagon restored to look like a 1973 Torino Station
Wagon my Dad bought new from McAnary Ford on June 6, 1973 in Gary,Indiana |
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madmaxtorino
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Just saw this but i have a few you can have if the 72's are the same. I might even have all four. Let me know Allan.
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gpd294
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Thanks Allan...If ya don't mind, put 'em on reserve for now and I'll let ya know...Preesh!
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gpd294
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I hope this helps someone else as well.
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Carlos....1975 Gran Torino Squire Station Wagon restored to look like a 1973 Torino Station
Wagon my Dad bought new from McAnary Ford on June 6, 1973 in Gary,Indiana |
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handsofstone
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Keep in mind that most of the rings cannot be screwed tight to the cup. I snapped a couple before realizing that the bulb used will determine just how much the screws need to be tightened. It will seem loose until installed in the bucket and the spring is installed.
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