I just want to be clear that there are many ways to do what you need. This is just my opinion. And you know what they say, "opinions are like a--holes, everybody's got one:...
Ok, so I was wrong about the sending unit. That is the correct sending unit and can be used.
The pictures are what I...
Since you are missing the charcoal canister and you are not going for a contours restoration, I would eliminate it all together.
I have converted my 318 73 from the vapor/return system to 440 with the return line to the tank with the vent lines that go into the trunk and route back into the...
You might want to figure out why they are bending before you replace them and bend more. Maybe the wrong length push rods or if you have adjustable rockers check the gaps. Keep us posted on what you find.
The console will probably be ok with the two you are missing but you may be able to find some online. Those plates were used on door panels as well. If you have an old shcool salvage yard near by you could check there also.
I don't have an overhead console but it looks like that is how it is...
Like pschlosser says, repair it. Looks like a fun project to handle. If you have the small steel attaching plates, I would use an adhesive to secure them to the console. JB weld makes quite a few adhesives that will work very well.
For attaching the material for recovering the console, I would...
That sounds about right. The three on the bottom of the grille mount to the fenders and the hood latch support. On my 73 Barracuda, of the 5 holes only 4 of them are used to attach to the upper valance. The hole closest to the center on the grille does not have mounting hole to match in the...
Yes, I had some clearance issues also. I found that the exhaust pieces were not as engaged into the each exhaust piece. I went back and made sure each exhaust piece was pushed into each connection. It really made a difference with my 3" exhaust.
My hangers are not hanging exactly the same either.
Yes sir, looks nice and hanging straight. Don't snug the bolts through the rubber until you get the rest of your exhaust installed. I made the mistake of tightening them and had to remove the bolt and raise the rubber up one or two spots.
I used the TTI 3" H-pipe exhaust from the factory manifolds back and had no issues with length. Just make sure the rear hangers are facing the right way otherwise they don't fit properly. You'll know when they are one the wrong way because they look like they forced in place.
You will need a FSM to help with the wiring. An FSM is invaluable when doing any upgrades to your car. If you don't have a factory service manual for your 73, the link I have attached sell downloadable versions of the manual as well as printed manuals.
Factory Shop Manuals for Ford, General...
I agree with Floyd, SEM makes great interior paints. The paint that they have can be used to change color of carpet also.
I have also used the link I am adding for other paints and they are top notch paint in spray cans and match perfectly.
MOPAR Automotive Restoration Paint