Monte Carlo bar for A/C equipped
05-17-2012, 02:18 PM
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Monte Carlo bar for A/C equipped
Hi all,
I was wondering if there was a Monte Carlo bar made that would fit an A/C equipped Mustang - in my case a small block 68? I haven't see one specifically mentioned but was wondering is the one specified for the Paxton Supercharger would work?
Craig
I was wondering if there was a Monte Carlo bar made that would fit an A/C equipped Mustang - in my case a small block 68? I haven't see one specifically mentioned but was wondering is the one specified for the Paxton Supercharger would work?
Craig
05-20-2012, 07:10 AM
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I've only seen two styles, curved and straight. That is if your looking at what the typical mustang vendors are selling. There are other variations with slight differences too.
Since I don't run AC, I'm guessing the curved style may not work. Although when I ran PWR steering, I didn't have a problem. I'm thinking the straight bar would be the first choice. I suggest, since it's "show season", you seek out a couple of car shows and take a look. I never payed attention to this when I attended.
Good luck!
05-20-2012, 11:21 AM
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05-20-2012, 12:51 PM
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I had to go with the curved because i was running a msd dizzy that sat a little higher and the straight one hit it. Once I installed the A/C it would no longer work. I am going to make a custom brace!
05-21-2012, 12:39 PM
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05-22-2012, 07:51 AM
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Looks like it should work. I was told that the regular straight bar wouldn't work. I will have to investigate it a bit further as mine is a 68. Think I will call the vendor and ask them directly. Thanks.
Craig
06-06-2012, 08:35 AM
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It fits
Hi all,
Thanks again for all the replies. I ordered a straight Monte Carlo bar and it fit my A/C equipped '68 just fine. And in case others want to know the answer, for future reference I have included a picture as proof.
Craig
Thanks again for all the replies. I ordered a straight Monte Carlo bar and it fit my A/C equipped '68 just fine. And in case others want to know the answer, for future reference I have included a picture as proof.
Craig
06-07-2012, 07:12 AM
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Off topic a bit, what brand T5 Clutch cable kit is that your running?
The 68' we bought has the EXACT same aluminum block as yours and we are having problems with ours.
Back on topic; what brand is that brace? I like it a lot and it should clear our MSD that is going on.
If its a DIY setup, where do you get the mounting brackets?
The 68' we bought has the EXACT same aluminum block as yours and we are having problems with ours.
Back on topic; what brand is that brace? I like it a lot and it should clear our MSD that is going on.
If its a DIY setup, where do you get the mounting brackets?
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06-07-2012, 10:12 AM
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Off topic a bit, what brand T5 Clutch cable kit is that your running?
The 68' we bought has the EXACT same aluminum block as yours and we are having problems with ours.
Back on topic; what brand is that brace? I like it a lot and it should clear our MSD that is going on.
If its a DIY setup, where do you get the mounting brackets?
The 68' we bought has the EXACT same aluminum block as yours and we are having problems with ours.
Back on topic; what brand is that brace? I like it a lot and it should clear our MSD that is going on.
If its a DIY setup, where do you get the mounting brackets?
b) The bar in question, including the brackets, was made by the owner. He's quite the restorer, having started with this-
