New to site.my 69 xr7 convt project

69XR7 351 said:

Hi guys new to this site been on TCCoA for years. This was my last Cougar project which I got done just in time to take to Carlisle last year,

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This is my next project.

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It's a 69 M code. I've owned it for 20 years (been in storage) I'm converting to a 4spd and going to make it an Eliminator clone conv't. My original plan was to go full chassis, supercharged Coyote with a 6spd manual but I'm not getting any younger (are any of us lol) so I'm going a cheaper route to get it on the road so I can enjoy it. I had the custom 15 x 10 styled wheels made years ago for the rear (coated them before storage so they wouldn't rust). Going with Mach 1 type seats (white) and planning on painting it Competition Blue (been planning on that color since I bought the car), Not planning on a rotisserie resto on this one, just want to make it a very nice driver. I have CPP front suspension parts for it and debating doing something else with the rear. That's my story for now. Mike

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69XR7 351 said:

Those are 275/50/15. I have 295's on it now. The wheels have 5.75 back spacing but I think I'm going to add .25" spacers and roll the lips and they should fit about perfect and not have to have the rear end "jacked up" to clear them.

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