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Hey everybody I'm new here and I'm exited to start finally talking about my car with people who actually know stuff about cars! I am currently restoring my 1973 Mustang Mach 1 Fastback and if you have any tips or tricks please do let me know! Thanks!
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Welcome! Im Joe Im the one you talked to on the phone. Make yourself at home here, there are lots of great articles here and lots of knowledgeable people. Jump on in and don't forget to post some photos of your baby.
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Welcome to the site! Please let us know a little bit more about your 73 Mach 1 restoration so we can offer some tips and guidance. What part of the car are you planning on starting with? Also, share some pictures, too. It is helpful to others to see what you are working with.
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Will post some pictures soon enough and I'm gonna start on getting a new gas tank because the current one is filled with gas that over time formed into a tar like substance. That's pretty much all it needs to run but not to be driveable yet. I'm also stripping the interior to access rust damage and so far just need the rear seats out.
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Welcome, glad to have your here with us.
Great cars the 73 Mach 1's. You'll be glad you chose the Mach 1.
As we find out more about your specific car we will be better able to help you with opinions and advice.
Enjoy the site.
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Welcome!
I'm new here too but there is so much info here on all aspects of Mach1 ownership and repair.
M1FF
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Welcome, starting with a new gas tank will cure a lot of problems. As you almost can't get one clean enough, once the tar has set in. Good luck ask any and all questions cause somebody here knows the answer.
JTS 71 Mach1
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Are you changing your fuel line along with the gas tank? There is a possibility the line can be just as bad as the tank itself. Generally, the fuel line is pretty easy to replace.
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As Mike said clean / flush the line or replace it.
The sending unit will be gunked up to.
Also install a temporary external filter in the line before the carb
There will be [ usually rust ] particals you will miss.
Make sure you oil the motor before the first start up
Don
HEY JOE ... how come when I call your mumber no one answers
Is it just me
just kidding