Author: 66furys

South Carolina history of this car….help from old timers

I got a 66 fury in SC couple years ago now. I was able to track down the three previous owners, none of whom had driven the car. Even went to NC and then back to SC again. But, wondering if the SC old timers might recognize this inspection sticker…

Could use some immediate help on cam timing

Often wonder where my brain has retired to. Old 66 383, think that I need to replace timing set and damper. So, before beginning, open distributor and get rotor on no. 1 cylinder, then bring damper around to TDC. Now that I am looking at the cam g…

Front suspension thoughts please

I have begun work on the front end….but have not pulled the control arms for new bushings yet, they seem OK after checking. I replaced the lower ball joints and the shocks, as well as the steering joints, after replacing the steering gear box. Wh…

Heater hose routing…..silly, yes

As I work on timing chain, I will replace heater hoses. They were routed just off the engine hanging toward exhaust manifold. I could shorten a bit so they sit nearly on valve cover, or extend out toward the inner fender. Thoughts please on somet…

Heater hose routing…..silly, yes

As I work on timing chain, I will replace heater hoses. They were routed just off the engine hanging toward exhaust manifold. I could shorten a bit so they sit nearly on valve cover, or extend out toward the inner fender. Thoughts please on somet…

Exhaust pipe to header flange question

I just got a new system that I am mostly happy with, but have a question. The pipe thru the new flange for the header joint, has been swaged over the flange in a nice clean arc. But, this sits proud of the flat flange, and I am concerned about the s…

66 Fury Hood Adorn

This hood ornament does not seem to fit very well…..loose on the hood ridge, and cockeyed when tight. Also, a small hole behind. I am happy I took this pic because I did not see the 383 on back side. Does this appear correct, and could it be reve…