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Phillyfanfrombirth · 01-29-2006, 05:01 PM

1. Make sure that the frame is solid... after that, it could just be worn suspension parts.

2. I don't have a problem putting the car in first unless I'm going too fast... if your doing 10 MPH or less, it shouldn't be a problem.

3. It sounds like air in the line, but to be sure, pull the hubs and push aside the rubber part of the wheel cylinder and peak inside, to make sure there is no leakage. If it is wet, it is time for new wheel cylinders. If this is the problem, though, your brake fluid level should show signs of depletion...

Now, my own personal routine on newly purchased vehicles...

1. Rust check... best done before you buy the car but a good double check never hurts, especially around the frame and floors...

2. pull hubs. Check all brakes and components... clean everything with brake cleaner.

3. Clean it up... clean up the engine compartment as well as possible. I just can't stand working on dirty engines covered in crud and sludge...

4. Check and replace ignition components as needed. Including points, plugs, and wires...

5. Clean carburetor as well as possible... I never do this and ignition components at the same time... in case of a problem, by limiting what you do between start ups, you can limit what the possibilities might be. If the Carburetor is worn and looks in need of a rebuild or replacement, this is the time to do it.

6. Filter patrol. Change the oil, air, and fuel filter...

7. Fluid check... antifreeze (check the cap and replace if necessary), power steering, transmission, and rear gears, and brake fluid...

8. Battery check... clean up the terminals and make sure that the hold down is in tact.

9. Suspension check... make sure everything is tight and the shocks are still working and not leaking.

10. I start on the detailing and odds and ends that every used vehicle will need...

Welcome to the club!!!

01-29-2006, 05:01 PM	#2
Phillyfanfrombirth Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Central PA Posts: 358	Re: A couple questions about the 69 Mustang 1. Make sure that the frame is solid... after that, it could just be worn suspension parts. 2. I don't have a problem putting the car in first unless I'm going too fast... if your doing 10 MPH or less, it shouldn't be a problem. 3. It sounds like air in the line, but to be sure, pull the hubs and push aside the rubber part of the wheel cylinder and peak inside, to make sure there is no leakage. If it is wet, it is time for new wheel cylinders. If this is the problem, though, your brake fluid level should show signs of depletion... Now, my own personal routine on newly purchased vehicles... 1. Rust check... best done before you buy the car but a good double check never hurts, especially around the frame and floors... 2. pull hubs. Check all brakes and components... clean everything with brake cleaner. 3. Clean it up... clean up the engine compartment as well as possible. I just can't stand working on dirty engines covered in crud and sludge... 4. Check and replace ignition components as needed. Including points, plugs, and wires... 5. Clean carburetor as well as possible... I never do this and ignition components at the same time... in case of a problem, by limiting what you do between start ups, you can limit what the possibilities might be. If the Carburetor is worn and looks in need of a rebuild or replacement, this is the time to do it. 6. Filter patrol. Change the oil, air, and fuel filter... 7. Fluid check... antifreeze (check the cap and replace if necessary), power steering, transmission, and rear gears, and brake fluid... 8. Battery check... clean up the terminals and make sure that the hold down is in tact. 9. Suspension check... make sure everything is tight and the shocks are still working and not leaking. 10. I start on the detailing and odds and ends that every used vehicle will need... Welcome to the club!!!