Feature Cars Archives

I’m in the final phase of the build, i.e., putting it all back together after paint and final details of interior, new wiring, etc.  I expect to be complete by Mid Nov. 2012.  So, I’ll share some highlights of the build to date (Oct 9, 2012). I love doing this Read More…

I purchased a Vacuum pump and alternator kit from Greg Zucco of GZMotorsports. I called him up and had several questions for him. He sold me a kit for a motor plate set-up.  It came with mandrel, pulleys, tank, fittings and everything. The kit was easier to install than I thought it would Read More…

  I now have the Fordmuscle Ranchero Firing right on time!  The key to any good race engine is MSD Ignition systems! MSD has the best spark management systems in the business. I needed the best,  and with the help of  JD StCyr and MSD Ignition,  I was able to select Read More…

  Stainless Headers &  Start Up:   The Stainless steel headers have been constructed! Pete and I found “Stainless Headers MFG. INC.” on the internet. I looked through their very informative site. The quality of work they do was represented well throughout all pages on the site. I was very interested, so, I Read More…

  Scott Gunderman, of Gunderman Performance Engines,  has completed the engine build for the Fordmuscle Ranchero . Scott has a real attention to detail. Not only to the necessary clearances and tolerances of a race engine, but the little things, such has timing pointers, installing ARP bolts where they suit asthetics as well as strength Read More…

I picked up the BOSS 529 from Chris Collier of Panama City, FL. Chris did a fabulous paint job…. Show quality! All the graphics are painted, not decals. The car in now back in my shop and the “real” fun begins. So, wish me luck and I’ll keep the updates Read More…

With the body work coming along just fine, Chris Collier is meeting his commitments.  This post is to share the progress and the order of the processes Chris has taken. All the above pictures provided by Chris and Donna.  I’ll share more of the completed project when I get them, Read More…