Posted by T.L. (IP: 206.133.171.66) on November 20, 1999 at 23:52:12:
In Reply to: 1973 had retractable belts............ posted by Craig Selvey on November 19, 1999 at 21:33:08:
...Retractable SHOULDER belts...74 was the first year for that...
: At least the 1973's I have parted out had them.
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: : Disc brakes were OPTIONAL in '74 so it may or may not have discs, the drivetrain and suspension parts are the same as a '71...The '74 has BIG bumpers and the fenders are notched to accomodate them, and there is no front or rear vallance. the hood of a comet is different from a Maverick, although it will fit if you swap the front grill as well...the rear "end-caps" are different on a '74 from a '71 as well...Most of the interior parts will interchange...the interior armrest/handles are also different...Dashpads are the SAME from '70-'77. '74was the first year for retractable seatbelts...
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: : : I'm looking at a 74 Comet. Good condition and all BUT,
: : : I was wondering if these parts are compatible?
: : : First, Does it have front discs? (I have not looked at the car yet and wanted to know these things before I go and see it).
: : : Second, It has a 250 automatic, with 23k original miles. (I know that's a good buy) My question with this is are the drive train, trans & rear-end all the same as my 71' Maverick...?
: : : Thrid and final question is... Body parts and interior, are they all or any compatable with my 71' ...?
: : : Thanks in advance, Jay.....