Engine rebuilt
Fantastic news as the Torino will go for an engine rebuilt in two weeks. The shop will also make sure the mechanics of the car is tip-top. I will post more details and pictures in two weeks. Stay tune :)
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As a quick update, I have been working on the engine lately. I removed the heads (I found one stuck valve) and I removed the pan to work on a stuck piston which is the one right next to the alternator. I am going slow to break it free as I dont want to do any damage to the cylinder. More pictures to come.
Above is a little photo montage experiment. I found it funny!!! About serious things, I just installed the new rear springs. Below is a picture of the new vs. old. They should make the car sits 1½" higher than stock. I will get a before and after picture soon enough though. Concerning the engine, I am removing the heads so I can see which cylinder is the rebel one. Indeed, the engine is quite difficult to move by hand, therefore instead of giving my starter a hard time, I rather fix the problem at the root and taking the opportunity to change the gaskets at the same timel. I will give more updates soon enough.
Vintage photo of my '72
Here is a vintage picture provided by the previous owner of my Gran Torino. It was taken in 1974 and is the only vintage photo of the car so far. About the car, the rear left fender's body work is almost done and ready to paint. Also, I should receive my new rear coil springs via UPS tomorrow. I'll keep you guys posted on that.
New Torino Facebook group
If you want to join, just copy and paste the address below in your browser. http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=182991868882
Armrest pads
I just received my new armrest pads for the car. These are repro from Dearborn Classic. It is a little pricey with shipping to Canada and taxes but I am very happy overall. The quality is surprising. Here is a picture of the new pads. Also, look at the condition of the old pads. It is going to make a big "visual" difference inside the car.