Is it jest me or do only camros pro tour?

[TwinTurboMach1]

Im new to the site and damn... where are all the fords?!?!?!

Aparenlty only 67-9 camaros are allowed to be pro touring cars?
and a couple chevelles I guess and like two mopars...
Where are all the mustangs?! where are all the 32v cobra swapped IRS stangs?

Where are the torinos?!?
I want to see a pro touring Torino cobra. Somebody should make one... that would be different.

Sorry im done complaining.

[98ssnova]

Well camaros are the "hot" cars right now I think 3rd gen Nova's will be next but it just who is in your circle and the more ford guys you recruit the more will be on here. I think Camaro's have the biggest aftermarket right now that is another reason they are so popular. Not trying to get in a debate just my .02:lateral:

[Vegas69]

Hard to beat the best car ever made. First gen camaro.:unibrow:

[frankenstang]

I have a pretty bad ass 'pro-toured' 91 Stang. But no one here likes anything unless it's a 69 Camaro. Welcome to the site.


www.frankenstang.com www.fquick.com/frankenstang

[Sales@Dutchboys]

I just think that a 69 camaro has sooo many great features, and plus they make so many get parts to make them really cool and handle like a new sports car!:thumbsup:

The Ring Brothers have built some really cool mustangs, and Steve Strope built a pretty cool Torino this year.


Paul

[TwinTurboMach1]

Frankenstang,
how do you like those cobra brakes.
Im in the process of putting them on my 1973 Mach 1. Do they stop well?
Any issues?

[Derek69SS]

not all Camaros... there's a few Chevelles around here too. :thumbsup:

[Stuart Adams]

I have a pretty bad ass 'pro-toured' 91 Stang. But no one here likes anything unless it's a 69 Camaro. Welcome to the site.


www.frankenstang.com www.fquick.com/frankenstang

I like a variety of cars. Some better than others. So to say no one likes anything unless its a 69 Camaro is untrue.

[Steve1968LS2]

I have a pretty bad ass 'pro-toured' 91 Stang. But no one here likes anything unless it's a 69 Camaro. Welcome to the site.


www.frankenstang.com www.fquick.com/frankenstang

Yea, I saw that car in a magazine the other day.. :unibrow:

Camaros may be the most "prevelant" platform, but there are lots of other cars being done like Mustangs, Cudas, Fairlanes, Chevelles..

[Steve1968LS2]

I like a variety of cars. Some better than others. So to say no one likes anything unless its a 69 Camaro is untrue.

Yes, that's VERY untrue.. the '69 Camaro is the '32 Ford of the muscle car world right now. But, we all love any car that done nicely.

[FETorino]

Im new to the site and damn... where are all the fords?!?!?!

Aparenlty only 67-9 camaros are allowed to be pro touring cars?
and a couple chevelles I guess and like two mopars...
Where are all the mustangs?! where are all the 32v cobra swapped IRS stangs?

Where are the torinos?!?
I want to see a pro touring Torino cobra. Somebody should make one... that would be different.

Sorry im done complaining.


I posted to your intro asking for some details. Maybe my 69 Torino, FE powered, tremec 5 speed RRS strut kit, watts linked, detroit locker on 17 inch rolling stock just doesn't measure upt as PT in your eyes. Also those new modular 32 valve motors are nice but the weigh a ton and won't really help handling. Sure IRS in a stang is a cool idea but there are many 3 and 4 link set ups made that have a lot less unsprung weight and will produce great handling. Back in 1984 I built a 69 Firebird with Herb adams bars and solid body bushings, global west bushings in my modified arms, 77 riveira read disc barakes to match the front factory discs on 16" Ronal rims and Gatorbacks. I gotta admit I love those first gen F bodies (never loved chevys so I build a Pontiac). Those cars are a great platform and many parts are now available for them so they are even easier to build than ever. My favorite builds on this site right now are the Green demon and the guy building the 67 turbo stang. I just like something different. There are a lot of awsome cars on here. Did you see that Corpala? I saw the 63 Impala at the roadster show and it was one of the best wxecuted cars I've ever seen. I also saw steve's 68 Camaro and that car was also a gem. So look through the posts. I agree sometimes I get tired of reading so much about Camaros but there are a lot of different cars on here.

[awr68]

Around here we like them all...BTW I have a 68!! ;)

[andrewmp6]

Check the home page theres a few mustang not as many as f bodies but every things welcome here.The mod motor is a waste of time in a early mustang and ford is replacing it soon that shows how good it is.The irs is more for a smoother ride not handling anymore a straight axle set up right will out handle a irs.

[rockdogz]

Hard to beat the best car ever made. First gen camaro.:unibrow:
Amen Brother!! :hail:

[frankenstang]

Yea, I saw that car in a magazine the other day.. :unibrow:

Camaros may be the most "prevelant" platform, but there are lots of other cars being done like Mustangs, Cudas, Fairlanes, Chevelles..


Umm, where did you see my car? I had a shoot in the summer with Modified Mustangs and never sent the spec sheet in ( i am perpetually lazy). Unless you know something I don't. -- Joe

[frankenstang]

Frankenstang,
how do you like those cobra brakes.
Im in the process of putting them on my 1973 Mach 1. Do they stop well?
Any issues?


I love the brakes. Getting ready to install a hydroboost from a later SN95 car to get some more assist. The original 91 disk/drum booster just does not provide enough for comfort. I kinda like the way it is now, I'm just afraid the wife won't be able to push down hard enough to stop safely.

[rocketman]

The camaro's are hot, I have noticed alot more 2nd gen camaro's lately, the mustangs are hot right now the mid 60's stangs, the mopars are big. there's a ton of pro tour style cars, even the 50's shoebox cars. so I wouldn't just say camaros.

[novanutcase]

Don't forget the 2's!:lol:

John

[fvike]

Im new to the site and damn... where are all the fords?!?!?!

We're lurking...
http://home.no.net/fvike/images/Dscn0283u.jpg

http://home.no.net/fvike/images/DSC02671u.jpg

No really, there are a few Fords and Mopars here, but Ford and Mopar together are still being outgunned 10:1 by the GM guys. Do a search, and you might find some nice rides.

[Paladin]

true, but what few there are, have been done right. I didn't go with a mod motor (supercharged, fuel (and methanol) injected 302), but I have the IRS!

The link below will take you to teh feature of Mustang and Fords magazine. I got the cover.


http://www.mustangandfords.com/featuredvehicles/mufp_0801_1965_ford_mustang_fastback/index.html

[Sales@Dutchboys]

Don't forget the 2's!:lol:

John

Don't forget Twin Twos.....Well not anymore...your car is just crazy now! lol

(sorry inside joke from the nova site) :lol:

Paul

[byebye67]

dont forget sw's sweet mustang

[BallnRods]

true, but what few there are, have been done right. I didn't go with a mod motor (supercharged, fuel (and methanol) injected 302), but I have the IRS!

The link below will take you to teh feature of Mustang and Fords magazine. I got the cover.


http://www.mustangandfords.com/featuredvehicles/mufp_0801_1965_ford_mustang_fastback/index.html
I've got that issue, beautiful car!!!
:thumbsup:
I didnt' know you were on here.

[BallnRods]

Im new to the site and damn... where are all the fords?!?!?!


I know exactly what you are talking about & that’s exactly I bought a 1973 Mustang Fastback for my Pro-Touring project.

I have found a few of us Ford guys here & there. They are very helpful when you have questions.

You can also check out www.pro-touring.com there are a few more Mustang, other Fords, Mopars, & even AMCs projects going on over there.

I’ve come across your car on Car domain. That turbo setup looks pretty mean. You should definitely start a build thread on either one of these sites.


Anyway, We are here…..just a few less of us…..

Welcome to the site.

[Nine Ball]

Keep in mind that 1969 Camaros have been waaaay popular even before pro-touring came around. Even when pro street was the trend, 69 Camaros were very popular too.

[Bowtieracing]

Im new to the site and damn... where are all the fords?!?!?!

Aparenlty only 67-9 camaros are allowed to be pro touring cars?
and a couple chevelles I guess and like two mopars...
Where are all the mustangs?! where are all the 32v cobra swapped IRS stangs?

Where are the torinos?!?
I want to see a pro touring Torino cobra. Somebody should make one... that would be different.

Sorry im done complaining.


So you havent heard of RING BROTHERS .... ????????? :rolleyes:

[montessaj]

Go GM G-Bodies!

[redfire69]

You know, I felt slighted by the first-gen crowd, me being a long time "step child" - owner of many 2nd gen TAs thru the years. So, I joined them! :unibrow: Now I'm working on my own 69. Seriously, you should find a wealth of knowledge here no matter what your ride.

Did I forget to mention my daily driver is a 73 Mustang Coupe?

Have Fun! Ron

[EBMC]

Heres another Mustang thats getting close. And looking to do a 69 fastback right after.

[TwinTurboMach1]

Stang,
That car is gorgeous!

Love the wheels!

[DDY RCKT]

It's because everyone knows Fords can't handle turning more than one direction. :unibrow:


:D


I love old 'Stangs. I almost bouoght a really nicely driver restored one to use as a DD, but then I found my Z06 and it was all over.

[JohnnyGMachine]

Hey Frankenstang, I've got a couple Fox Stangs I'm doing. The 1980 Cobra will be a killer all-purpose street killer with an all aluminum 1997 Cobra motor, 99+Cobra heads, Sullivan intake, carb, pistons, rods, big brakes, blah blah - you know, all that other stuff. Anyways, yeah we're lurking.
BTW, The all aluminum 4.6 DOHC aren't actually that much heavier than a 302. I don't have the numbers here but I will be weighing (comparably) my newly built 302 against the stock 4.6 DOHC Cobra motor I have - I think they're very close in weight from what I've read written by Sean Hyland in his Mod motor books. Now if you're talkin about the iron block 03-04 supercharged engines and the GT500 motors - yeah they're much heavier.

J

[Yenkostyle]

I dont post very often and have been part of this site for a while but even lurking I know there are plenty out there.

Here is a list of ones that I have seen on this site... Even though Camaros make up a large portion of what is seen I will say that any and all makes have always been welcome here.:cheers: :cheers:

SW's 69 Mach 1

Mike Murray's Mustang

Matt Grill's 70 Boss 302

Scott Stites' 65 Mustang

Julian Brother's Mustang

Charley Libby's Mustang

Eric Butler's Mustang

Stephan Habet's Mustang

Chris Spicer's 65 Mustang

Philip Parsons 68 Mustang Coupe

Ian Farrell's 65 Mustang Fastback

Andres Diaz 70 Mustang Coupe

Carkhum's 68 Mustang

[Spiffav8]

Heres another Mustang thats getting close. And looking to do a 69 fastback right after.


That car is sick! :thumbsup:

[frankenstang]

The Mod-motor is as wide as a bus. You need to remove the sway bar mounts and go to a hydro-boost to gain clearance. They do look pretty good in the fox cars.
What about the rumors of Ford going back to a pushrod engine?

[rocketman]

I really do wonder, every month in PHR when they show the project cars people are building 90% are 69 camaros. I swear if you have seen one you have seen them all now.

[Dodgenut64]

My hope is that everyone buying first gen camaros are buying them because they've always wanted one, not because they are popular. If thats true then i don't mind so much. I just sometimes think as a society people like to buy what the other guys buying.
I often wonder if those huge mustang sales in 64 and 65 were because people actually loved the look of the car or just because it was a popular car, so everyone had to have one because the guy or gal next door had one.
Strangly enough mopar E-bodies (70-74 cudas and challengers) didnt sell all that great, but now I see more of them at big mopar shows then even A-bodies (darts, dusters, valiants barracudas), which are the cheapest mopars to get into. Again, as long as people are buying them because they've always wanted a cuda or challenger is fine with me, but i worry they are so popular because of how high they have gotten sold on BJ auctions.
I like first gen camaros, and cudas, but its the not so popular cars that i read about first in my magazines, like the chevy IIs, falcons, early darts and valiants, ect.

[steemin]

More variety here than you might think..
Welcome to a great site:thumbsup:

[steemin]

More pics...:D
Scott

[67turbostang]

I have a 67' stang in the works. Im just waiting to win the lotto so I can finish it..

[Datsbad]

We are doing a 67 Fastback with a 2003 Cobra engine also.