New possible project idea..need opinions

[mustangmanic67]

I'm looking into buying a z-code 1967 fairlane pretty decently priced with absolutely no rust at all. I'm looking at building a pro-touring/daily driven vehicle and I wanted to come here for advice. I am running into a wall for aftermarket things for this particular vehicle and I was wondering if you guys could point me in the right direction for disc brake conversions and suspension mods. The plan I have is buy the car, its a 2 door....it has a small block in it now. possibly stick with the small block and do a stroked twin turbo set up or build a big block. It has the stick pedals in it already so a 5 or 6 speed. disc brakes on all 4 corners...Possibly coil over front suspension? I hear using 67 mustang parts will work on a 67 fairlane. I want to run some sort of coil over set up. Its probably going to be a daily driver for a period while I am working on it. What would you guys do in this situation? I'm still trying to figure out the suspension and body mods I am going to do and still trying to figure out a color. I wonder if I can get someone to do a rendering of it. The color I had in mind was the dupont hot hues bright blue or cadillac pearl white. Wheels are still undecided but I like Boze wheels. Boze alloys Hi octane wheels 17x8 front and 18x10 rear.I dont think the coy's c-5 are bad either. Just help point me in the right direction as I am kinda new to all this. thats all I have so far. Opinions are greatly welcome. Thanks!

[mustangmanic67]

I just headed my way over to heidts website and they are now offering a independent front suspension and a triangulated 4-link for the 66-67 fairlane.

[Bryce]

cool project. I like heidts but not a fan of the MII. their 4link looks good tho.

i built my own front suspension because I didnt like anything on the market. That is the reason I am building my own 3link as well.

[crazycarl]

AFIK the Mustang components are sllliiiiiightly different than the Mustang components. However, most of the same people make parts for them such as TCP and Global West. TCP used to offer a rack and pinion kit but not anymore. However, if you do some hunting I think there is still information out there on how to use their kit on your car.

[HOLOHAN'S HOT ROD SHOP]

Sounds like a cool project. You need to check out Art Morrison for a full chassis. They can build what ever you want or need and can help you with the layout. You can get the complete roller with suspension, rear end, brakes etc. You could also check out the Roadster Shop, they build some real good quality pieces as well. Not sure if they do one off's or not but wouldn't hurt to ask.
Have fun..........................

[crazycarl]

I missed the part about wheels and getting a rendering. In my mind, there is nobody better than Jason Rushforth for renderings and design work. His work is very organic and natural looking. He also conveniently has his own line of wheels.

PAGING JayR TO THE WHITE COURTESY PHONE!

[Heidts#14]

Originally Posted by 5280/4

cool project. I like heidts but not a fan of the MII. their 4link looks good tho.

i built my own front suspension because I didnt like anything on the market. That is the reason I am building my own 3link as well.

Its not a Mustang II front end. Its our Superide II which is quite different. Better geometry, handling, and just built better. Its a true coil over front end.

[Bryce]

Originally Posted by Heidts#14

Its not a Mustang II front end. Its our Superide II which is quite different. Better geometry, handling, and just built better. Its a true coil over front end.

Thank you for correcting me.

Out of curiousity, what spindles? Can you share any details. Like camber gain and roll center at a given ride height? How much travel does your set up have?

[phonedude_mln]

first of all Libby's Fairlane & the Fairlane from GG 2007 (?) are awesome, but they're highly custom. if you're sticking with mostly bolt-on stuff, you might get more out of:

http://www.cs.odu.edu/~mln/fairlane/

I have a TCP R&P. I ordered for a 67 BB mustang and gave the shop the info at:

http://www.totalcontrolproducts.com/index_fairlane.html

Although it was $$$, I've been very happy w/ it. I did not get the TCP coilover -- I sort of regret that (I got GW UCAs instead).

I need to take new pics -- I've got a much better stance now. Unless you mini-tub, 18X10 is *not* going to fit. Take a look at:

http://www.woodyg.com/fairlane/twdata/twdatahome.html

Guys running big combos on 66/67s have their cars jacked up to clear. There is surprisingly little room in the front or rear of 66/67 fairlanes for big wheels/tires (clearance increases somewhat when you go to 68/69, then 70/71). If you liked the lowered look, you'll need to go small or do some serious work.

Good luck.

Edit: Check out Brian's Fairlane, nicely in between PT & old school:
http://www.supermotors.net/registry/7061/28794

Also, search for Jason's info at:

http://www.woodyg.com/fairlane/twdata/twdata66.html

he got a 275 rear on 17x9.5, but worked hard to do it; he recommends doing 255 (which is what Brian & I both have).