does Ford own the word “Mustang”?

We don’t get too much in terms of Mustang magazines here but the back issues we do get seem to have that growing debate about Ford trying to remove the word “Mustang” from parts sellers. Will they do the same for magazines? LOL. Will that mean Mustang Monthly will just be Monthly? Will Mustangs Unlimited be just Unlimited?

What is your stand on this? Or is it something that shouldn’t even matter. Let us know your thoughts.

a 67 vert under the knife

When you see the “after” shot it is always hard to imagine what the “before” or even “during” for that matter looked like.

This is one classic example. She is a beauty. But check out her site on my links under “1967 Stang Convertible Project”. It is a good presentation of what they had done to their pony to bring her to this state. An inspiration for the newbies out there to take it on. As Adidas says “Impossible is nothing”.

Oh and they have Mach 1s on it too!

read another interesting response on Mustang Forums

It seems like there is a group in the forum that remembers the Pinatubo explosion most of us here went through. Funny though as that somewhat exposes the ages of some. But what is even more interesting is that I have discovered someone out there (who coincidentally remembers Pinatubo) has also created a blog dedicated to his 67 Stang. It is a very comprehensive blog and even tracks down his expenses. I am placing his link to my blogroll. It is a pretty interesting site and it is called “1967 Mustang Resurrection”. It is good to see more and more “fanatics” making full use of the digital world to spread the word.

It further reinforces the fact that there may be more out there (blogs that is) that are just awaiting discovery. Would be good if we could find a way to unite them. Cyberspace can be daunting at times. Specially for an old timer like me.

a closer look at Sally’s stablemate and closest rival

Attached are some pics of the 70 Mach 1 that shares the stable with Sally. She was obtained from the family of the first owner and is a nice little thoroughbred. She still has her original 351w and FMX. Riding her is not quite like riding Sally. She is lower slung to the ground and while she has a huge rear window it is a strain trying to see anything through it. You can imagine why though she rivals Sally in getting my attention.

good to see support

It was interesting how this blog got some very encouraging words from fellow enthusiasts in the U.S. It makes a world of difference. Also it shows how we are all brought together by one common passion.

Here are some screen caps of their comments at Mustang Forums.

she’s a beaut

Yup this is one helluva a hotrod. I have seen her tear down Paseo de Roxas before and today due to some luck am glad to make her acquaintance. Just check her out from all angles. Flawless. Every detail completely taken into consideration. She is a kiwi beauty as she hails all the way from New Zealand and was just brought into the country. A 33 Ford who doesn’t look anywhere close to her age and puts even modern cars to shame. And she did as she sped off and burnt rubber in front of all the ricers.

the Fort is invaded by the musclecar forumers

Took Sally out to the Fort to meet up with the rest of the crew. It was fun. Inspite of what appeared to inclement weather any excuse to take her top off was a good one. In fact as she passed through Serendra a couple of girls shouted “Nice car!” And as she passed through Bonifacio High Street, the pedestrian cell phones were held up to take MMS’s of her. Well, she is a head turner.

Sally and I met up with the others at the parking lot. Cherrybomber found a new dude as well with the ZZ Top mobile. All we were waiting for was girls to pop out in true 80s video fashion. With twirling guitars and all.

still there

Yup. The added bling is well liked by Sally. Just listen to her purr about it in this vid of her 289 expressing delight at the new addition. More to come next week I hope.

changing the air cleaner

In an eBay screw up Sally was not able to receive the original convertible “snorkel” (is that what it is called) for the original air cleaner. So she had a stand-in.

Today I decided that she would look a little better with some bling.

So I installed a chrome air cleaner that resembled those hi-po ones from the time period Sally was made. Technically the base should be the same “gold” for a 65 but hey that is easy to remedy. Plus, we aren’t going concours anyway. Sally just wants some bling.

I also took a vid of her engine running with her shiny new bling which I will embed.

Having a nice clean engine bay makes all the diff.

And that is what we are slowly going to do with Sally. In fact, Afterglow was so kind to lend me a set of torque wrenches that I plan to get within the week so I can change her valve covers to bling bling.

Now what are these extra parts that came with the air cleaner for? Ever happen to you? Oops hope the new one don’t fly off.

i must choose

In order to keep Sally I was beset with a dilemma. I had to choose between her and her rival for my affection – my 1970 Mach 1.

The Mach 1 was vying for equal attention and was just as needy. I, however, am incapable of serving two masters. Or in this case two mistresses. I had to make a painful decision. Get rid of the Mach 1 and focus all my attention and energy on Sally. Notice how the Mach 1 has no real name? It is so I do not get too attached.

Why can’t I just suddenly win the lotto? Mental note to self – buy ticket this weekend.