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We have upgraded to the latest version of SMF including all the security and bug fixes. This is a huge change for all of us, figuring it out as we go. Scott Hamilton

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#1
General Pinto Talk / Big Changes !
Last post by Reeves1 - Yesterday at 04:28:51 PM
Looks good !

Thanks !
#2
General Pinto Talk / Re: 357,000 miles!
Last post by 1972 Wagon - Yesterday at 04:12:11 PM
Congratulations! Your Pinto's longevity is proof of the excellent care you give it.
#3
General Pinto Talk / Re: Lucas Oil Additive
Last post by mikerich1972 - Yesterday at 03:45:16 PM
I've never used Lucas additives. 

But, I highly recommend Marvel's Mystery oil! I added about a half quart at my last oil change to clean up some occasionally plugging cam followers. It worked great for that; within a week, no more "missing" cylinders due to a clogged intake follower.

What I didn't expect was that the Marvel's would also soften a leaking rear main oil seal and the leaking valve seals!!! What this means is that the engine's leakage and oil burning have both reduced to reasonable levels for a 391,000 mile engine. (Under a half quart burned per hundred miles)

I've used Marvel's on my air tools for years, but never suspected it would soften and renew old oil seals!
#4
General Pinto Talk / Re: 357,000 miles!
Last post by mikerich1972 - Yesterday at 03:37:56 PM
As of today, the Pinto now has 391,600 original miles on ALL the power train!

Years ago, I changed the manual transmission and rear oils with synthetic. Two reasons; easier starting in extreme cold, and better lubrication.
#6
Your Project / Re: converting 1973 spindles a...
Last post by TurboPinto73 - February 13, 2025, 11:33:50 AM
Thank you that is all great information. This build would have been a lot easier if i had found another post 1973 car. 
#7
Your Project / Re: converting 1973 spindles a...
Last post by Wittsend - February 13, 2025, 10:21:37 AM
I did the swap with my '73 wagon to the drivetrain of a '88 Turbo Coupe I owned and did a write up here. Some aspects may be helpful to you. There is a "Part 2" link at the end https://fordpinto.com/index.php?topic=11908.msg76893#msg76893


Also 65 Shelby Clone has added a lot of turbo info here. You might search out his posts too. I never did a brake swap but he might have.
#8
Your Project / Wanted: 4 barrel manifold for ...
Last post by LongTimeFordMan - February 12, 2025, 11:08:08 PM
Hi all..
Its been awhile and I have been thinking about fitting a 4 barrel onto my 73  wagon with 2.0 engine and was wondering if any of you all knew of any for sale, preferrably with a 390 cfm holley...

Maybe edelbrock or weiland?

Thanks
Ed
#9
Your Project / Re: converting 1973 spindles a...
Last post by TurboPinto73 - February 12, 2025, 11:28:47 AM
Thank you for the information. I had a 77 with a 2.3L SVO  engine my dad and I put together in 1985 and it was very simple compared to this 1973 i am trying to put together.
Very Frustrating!
#10
Your Project / Re: converting 1973 spindles a...
Last post by Wittsend - February 12, 2025, 11:01:54 AM
 I have heard similar but don't know the specifics. This board is a near ghost town. If you don't get a response try the Pinto Facebook page. We old farts avoid it but there is likely a better chance of getting an answer. Also try Turbo Ford. A number of Pinto guys are over there. Not only is the 73 Pinto the early front suspension..., but the 73 also has a one year only steering rack.

Not to add to anyone's misery but about 15 years ago I was at a Pick Your Part 50% off sale. There was a nice looking pair of early rotors already removed lying on the ground. Many hours later my wife picked me up nd I mentioned them and she said, "Why don't you go back and get them?" I did and that included the wheel bearings too. I believe it was under $10 for both out the door including, tax, core and their "surcharges." It was about a year later I found out they were on the Unobtanium list. Today I consider them an investment in "Precious Metals."