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BlackBetty72 
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 Posted: 05-November-2022 at 1:47AM |
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Thank you 72FordGTS for the award. You guys have a great forum and support from your followers.
Update on repairs: I had most all of the hoses, belts and seals repaired with the exception of the rear main seal. Going to have to put some money back for that repair. I was unaware that when my Dad had the 2 barrel carburetor changed to a 4 barrel he did not change out the kick down rod for the transmission. I have been in contact with a company online that makes them after a long struggle trying to find one locally. I will post some pictures ASAP. Thank you again for the recognition. These cars don’t get the attention that they deserve. David Blackbetty72
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paj1965
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Posted: 05-November-2022 at 4:19AM |
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Very nice!
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1972.5 Gran Torino Sport 2001 Mustang Cobra Vert 2001 Lightning 2013 Jeep Wrangler |
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handsofstone
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Posted: 05-November-2022 at 7:49AM |
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If it has the Holley carb, Holley has the right piece to make the factory kickdown rod work.
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handsofstone
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Posted: 05-November-2022 at 7:49AM |
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Sorry about the upside down pic.
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72FordGTS
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Posted: 05-November-2022 at 10:39AM |
I was able to use my factory kickdown rod without the extension John used. Just need a slight bend by hand to tweak it and it fits and works perfectly.
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Vince
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72 RS 351
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Posted: 05-November-2022 at 10:42AM |
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Super nice 72 Gran Torino, great choice.
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Don
73 Ranchero "Sport 72 front end", floor shift/console, planning EFI 7000+ rpm 351-4V &4R70W 73 Ranchero GT 351C-4V &4R70W for sale later. 92 Lincoln Mark VII SE GTC, OBDII 347/4R70W |
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Steve M.
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Posted: 05-November-2022 at 3:37PM |
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Nice choice. If you're interested, you'll be able to fab one up using a piece of metal.
A 4" square electrical box cover can be measured, cut, drilled and bent to fit.
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72FordGTS
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Posted: 02-December-2022 at 1:53AM |
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The December 2022 Car of the Month is longtime member "Fordpower's " (Bob's) 1979 Ford LTD II Sport  Bob's LTD is a really stellar example that has never seen snow. His car is powered by a 351W, has air-conditioning and still retains it's stock 2.45:1 9" differential. He repainted a few years ago and it looks very sharp. Bob has brought his LTD II to the Kentucky Nationals , Moonshine Festival, and Syracuse Nationals shows. He reports that it runs well on long highway trips. Congrats Bob and lets hope to see more pics of your fine Ford going forward. Thanks to Hogdfiddles for supplying the above photo.
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Vince
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spriegel
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Posted: 02-December-2022 at 2:13AM |
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Congratulations Bob! Your LTD II Sport looks sharp!
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Chris
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paj1965
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Posted: 02-December-2022 at 4:00AM |
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Very nice!
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My Toy List:
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72 RS 351
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Posted: 02-December-2022 at 5:16AM |
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Very nice, great example of how good those could be.
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Don
73 Ranchero "Sport 72 front end", floor shift/console, planning EFI 7000+ rpm 351-4V &4R70W 73 Ranchero GT 351C-4V &4R70W for sale later. 92 Lincoln Mark VII SE GTC, OBDII 347/4R70W |
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Steve M.
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Posted: 02-December-2022 at 12:34PM |
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Way to go Boc. Sweet ride.
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Steve M.
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Posted: 02-December-2022 at 12:35PM |
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Bob. Sorry about that misspelling.
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BlackBetty72
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Posted: 02-December-2022 at 3:34PM |
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Sweet ride Bob. Bet that car drives like a dream down the highway!!
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californiajohnny
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Posted: 02-December-2022 at 8:03PM |
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congrats bob! i've never seen any pics of his cars before
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JOHN
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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fordpower
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Posted: 03-December-2022 at 2:05AM |
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Thank you. also thanks to hogdfiddles for taking pic. It has seen snow in Georgia on its way to moonshine fest. 2in.
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Greg73Oregon
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Posted: 03-December-2022 at 6:02AM |
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Flipped the Picture:
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AUS GTS
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Posted: 03-December-2022 at 11:07AM |
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Excellent! ultimate interstate tourer!
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hogfiddles
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Posted: 03-December-2022 at 2:12PM |
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I had the pleasure of meeting Bob a few months back and being able to see his car and take that “Glamour Shot” for him :)
Congrats, Bob!! dfox
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1973 Gran Torino Sport - Q code “Q-Clone” project-on-hold
1972 Gran Torino Sport - Q code new project 1972 Gran Torino - parts 1969 Torino GT - M code 95+/- mid-80's Yamaha XJ-Series (10 trophies) |
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kychevyguy
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Posted: 04-December-2022 at 4:04AM |
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Congratulations Bob, and a very sweet looking ride! I have always loved the LTD II sport. I think it has a great blend of sport, cruiser, and luxury.
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JT, USAF Ret./Architect
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legend onirot
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Posted: 07-December-2022 at 8:13AM |
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Congratulations BOB!!! I have seen that car on multiple occasions at different shows. Beautiful car and wonderful owners. Hope to see you and your lovely wife again soon, Bob.
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malcolm 1973 gran torino sport (formal)... "Stacy Lynn" 1972 gran torino (formal)... "Mackenzie" 1973 gran torino sport (sportroof)... "Leela" |
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Posted: 24-December-2022 at 6:49AM |
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Congrats! Love the sleds!
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John
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78FordLtd2
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Posted: 30-December-2022 at 6:47PM |
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Very nice LTD ll! They are great highway cruisers. Can't wait for summer to enjoy my '78! Sweet ride!
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Posted: 01-January-2023 at 4:33AM |
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The January 2023 Ride of the
Month is long time member "Uante's" Brent's 1973 Ford Gran Torino Brougham 2-door hardtop.
Brent originally owned a 1973 Gran Torino when in 1979 and purchased his current '73 Gran Torino Brougham in 2009. His GTB is painted in 6F gold flow paint and has a 351C 2V engine and automatic transmission. The car is well option and it has A/C, power locks, brown vinyl top, visibility group, AM/FM Stereo radio, rear window defrost. Brent has done lots of work on his car over the years and has made some cosmetic changes to it that certainly gives it a great street machine vibe. Congratulations Brent! Take a look at all the great work Brent has done to his Torino to transform it into the machine we see here today. His Project thread is here: Here are some pics of Brent's Torino. The first pic is how it looked shortly after he bought it followed by how it looks today.      |
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Vince
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Steve M.
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Posted: 01-January-2023 at 4:51AM |
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Excellent choice. I've seen this car up close. It is truly beautiful.
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hogfiddles
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Posted: 01-January-2023 at 5:20AM |
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I recognize one of those parts!!!!!
Congrats, Brent:)
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1973 Gran Torino Sport - Q code “Q-Clone” project-on-hold
1972 Gran Torino Sport - Q code new project 1972 Gran Torino - parts 1969 Torino GT - M code 95+/- mid-80's Yamaha XJ-Series (10 trophies) |
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72 RS 351
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Posted: 01-January-2023 at 9:46AM |
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Excellent choice, congrats Brent.
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Don
73 Ranchero "Sport 72 front end", floor shift/console, planning EFI 7000+ rpm 351-4V &4R70W 73 Ranchero GT 351C-4V &4R70W for sale later. 92 Lincoln Mark VII SE GTC, OBDII 347/4R70W |
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spriegel
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Posted: 01-January-2023 at 12:34PM |
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Congratulations! Great Torino!
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dan0R30
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Posted: 01-January-2023 at 1:37PM |
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Very nice, congrats!
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Dan
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AUS GTS
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Posted: 01-January-2023 at 5:39PM |
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Good stuff, straight , clean & love the bumper mod!
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