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1969 Ford Mustang Short-Block Installation Seminar

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16 Using a 13/64-bit, we... 
   
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16 Using a 13/64-bit, we measured 3/8-inch, and then marked outthis distance on our bit with masking tape. Drill any deeper than this,and you risk going into the cam bearings.
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17 After carefully locating... 
   
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17 After carefully locating the holes, drill them no further thanthe marked depth. We keep tabs on any metal shavings and have taped ouroil drain back holes closed.
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18 Next, tap the required... 
   
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18 Next, tap the required 1/4-20 threads into the holes. Use aflat-tip tap to allow the deepest possible thread cut before the tapbottoms out in the shallow hole.
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19 If all goes well, the... 
   
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19 If all goes well, the end result will look like this. You'vegot only one chance to get this right, so work slowly. Above all, don'tcontinue to turn the tap when it bottoms out, or you'll strip your newthreads right out of the hole with the sharp cutting tool.
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20 Install the spider using... 
   
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20 Install the spider using the provided fasteners and thestrongest type of Loctite. Tighten the fasteners gently, again to avoidstripping the holes, and make sure the links are installed between thelifters.
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21 The time has come for... 
   
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21 The time has come for cylinder heads. here, the new Fel Prohead gaskets are installed.
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22 With the cylinder heads... 
   
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22 With the cylinder heads in place, all head bolts were torquedto specs. When dealing with aluminum cylinder heads, it's extraimportant to follow the factory recommended tightening sequence.
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23 Because the roller cam... 
   
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23 Because the roller cam has a much smaller base circle than aflat-tappet cam, it requires special length pushrods. These hardenedunits from Comp Cams are made for use with pushrod guide plates.
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24 Our Comp Cams Magnum rocker... 
   
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24 Our Comp Cams Magnum rocker arms will nicely round out ourComp Cams valvetrain . Here, we're locking the correct valve adjustmentinto place.

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