The Grabber is done!

Discussion in 'General Maverick/Comet' started by dmhines, Aug 1, 2004.

  1. dmhines

    dmhines Dixie Maverick Boy

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    Thanks again for all the complements ... as far as the setup:

    1971 Maverick Grabber (original 200CI with C4 column Shift)
    1968 302 with 289 heads .. all rebuilt with Hi-Po goodies
    Comp Cams camshaft, lifters, pushrods and adjustable roller-tip rockers
    Edelbrock Performer RPM intake with matching 600CFM carb
    March pulleys with an offbrand Fluid Damper
    All new Stock front and Rear suspension with Addco Front bar
    Billet Flywheel, Centerforce Clutch and pressure plate
    Ford 4-speed Close-Ratio Toploader - Hurst Shifter & Linkage
    MAE 8" inch posi-rear 3:25:1
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    Correct repro 1971 reflective Grabber Stripes
    2 1/4" Dual Exhaust with H-Pipe, FlowMaster 40's and Mach 1 tips

    Still to come:

    Installation of Sub-Frame Connectors
    Installation of SouthSide Machine Traction Bars
    Installation of Oil Pressure and Water Temp Guages
    Installation of 1971 Mustang Center Console
     
  2. Craig Selvey

    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    See....they're never done.
     
  3. Maverick Guy

    Maverick Guy Maverick Enthusiast

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    Installation of . . . etc. etc. :D
     
  4. CornedBeef4.6L

    CornedBeef4.6L no longer here

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    Props given (y)
     
  5. syklops75

    syklops75 Dont touch the spark plug

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    man oh man.. imma hafta come see that one.. i live in john's creek not far at all from you. can i?
     
  6. Earl Branham

    Earl Branham Certified Old Fart

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    Nice job, Dan. Can't wait to see it.
     
  7. Dan Starnes

    Dan Starnes Original owner

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    That is how the factory shoulda built um. You did one heck of a job Dan!
    Dan
     
  8. mavtricks71

    mavtricks71 Member

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    man shes beautiful

    that car is absolutly beautiful, what kinda paint did you use on the interior door, not panels, the surrounding area
     
  9. dmhines

    dmhines Dixie Maverick Boy

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    Thanks ... Doors were painted with Black interior lacquer from Mustangs Unlimited ...
     
  10. bossmav

    bossmav Drag racing nut

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    What a JOB well done!!!!!


    If I was you I would be as proud as new father:bananaman

    Now that's a head turner:clap:


    Terry Gates
    AKA Bossmav
     
  11. Maverickkid

    Maverickkid New Member

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    Awesome!

    Great looking Maverick. You mention a Mustang Center Console. I'm looking at adding a console in my Mav as well. What year Mustang are you adding in?
     
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    dmhines Dixie Maverick Boy

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