So I'm locating some missing parts for the Tu-tone coupe resto project... BTW my kids have name the car "Pegasus" (they name all our cars). I'd like to have all known missing parts on hand before starting the dis-assembly portion of "Project Pegasus" (again the kids are very involved and do rule my life).
I thought I'd show my resent acquisitions and see if everyone can give me tips to restoring the parts back to new condition. A couple major concerns are the white lettering on battery cables and radiator hoses. Does anyone know how to re-stencil or stamp these? Or will I have to freehand paint/touch up? Also, surprised to see hose clamps are stapled to radiator hoses!!! Weird...
On the fan shroud, there are some hair line cracks at the edge of the tapered side of opening. Any thoughts on how to repair those or should I just keep an eye on them once on car? The shroud otherwise is in very nice shape.
Also, I'm struggling to determine if the alternator is correct for a 1984, 5.0L/5 spd manufactured in Dec. 1983.
Of course, if anyone looks at these pics and sees a part not originally installed on 1984 5.0L/5 spd with a production date in 12/83, please speak up. I'm still struggling to understand the parts numbers for these cars as this is my first 4 eye to restore. My previous projects were 64 Falcon and 69 Cougar. Those cars had parts galore available on them.
Thanks in advance for any recommendations and advice.
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