37 Ford build--IE: old Header issues thread /37 Ford/5.0/GT40P heads

[35fordcoupe]

I have wondered for a long time what this thread was all about, but didn't care much thinking it was just about Ford tech. My curiousity got the best of me today though as I wondered how long a discussion on fitting headers with GT40P heads could go .

I am glad I checked this out...you're pedal adventure seems similar to mine. I got a pedal assembly from JPL (forget the brand now...it was about $530 a year or two ago ). I have a hydraulic clutch though...I have over $100 in my hydraulic line because I needed a threaded fitting for the clutch master cylinder and a push style to connect to the slave . Anyway...looks good! carry on

[randyr]

I have wondered for a long time what this thread was all about, but didn't care much thinking it was just about Ford tech. My curiousity got the best of me today though as I wondered how long a discussion on fitting headers with GT40P heads could go .

I am glad I checked this out...you're pedal adventure seems similar to mine. I got a pedal assembly from JPL (forget the brand now...it was about $530 a year or two ago ). I have a hydraulic clutch though...I have over $100 in my hydraulic line because I needed a threaded fitting for the clutch master cylinder and a push style to connect to the slave . Anyway...looks good! carry on

LOL! Yeah, it's definitely evolved way past headers & GT40P heads! It turned into more of a "build thread" along with a lot of friendly banter with a few guys scattered around the country. I've learned a lot from their input and hopefully others can get ideas from it too if they have the patience to wade through all the other stuff we talk about.

I was planning to do the hydraulic clutch on mine until I discovered that cable setup from Pete & Jakes. Given everything else that's going on under there, I just like the idea of having one less master cylinder to feed.

My project is coming along slowly....too many "life" distractions but I got the brake/clutch pedal pads fitted this weekend and finalized the clutch cable bracket on the frame. Will post some more pics soon.

Thanks for checking it out.

[IC2]

Glad to have you aboard - it really isn't a closed to the public thread!! Reading 499 individual posts over a couple of years (yours was #500 ) must have been a real adventure in patience. We've had lots of fun with this one and since it seems to flounder then spurt, we welcome your input (even without a Ford powered vehicle) and suggestions. So with that said - have at it

[bluestang67]

Randy did you locate some pedal pads from something yet . Any more progess also on the floor pedal assembly .

[randyr]

Randy did you locate some pedal pads from something yet . Any more progess also on the floor pedal assembly .

Hey Bobby,
Yes I did. Sorry I've been lax about posting. I've been sidetracked again. Anyway, here are a few pics of what I came up with. They are Lokar pads for a 57 Chevy. I cut a small 3/16 plate and welded to each pedal then drilled them to mount these pads. I haven't inserted the rubber treads in the pedals yet. Waiting until I bolt them on permanently for that. I think it's going to work well though.

I also built a bracket for the clutch cable.

I'm waiting for a cash infusion so I can move to the next phase. I wanna raise the body up to seal the new floors underneath, etc. While I have it up I wanna fab the exhaust system and install different springs on the rear. The ones I have sit too high. I acquired a nice set of lower springs from a SAC custom frame for cheap. They're designed to sit much lower than what I have. One step at a time....LOL1

What's happening with yours?

[34_40]

Yes I did. Sorry I've been lax about posting. I've been sidetracked again.

I'm waiting for a cash infusion so I can move to the next phase.
One step at a time....LOL1

What's happening with yours?

Randy, sounds like a common theme for a lot of us! Life gets in the way and we're waiting for some cash here also!

You're pedals look great! Good Job!

[Mr Blue]

Nice job! Looks great! Don Jr