1968 Galaxie XL fastback, 390 4 speed

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1968 Galaxie XL fastback, 390 4 speed wide ratio top loader, ( was 302/C4 ) converted using correct Z ba, pedals, and motor mounts etc. PS, PDB, dead factory AC so has tinted glass, rust free NC car, but does have some rust under the original vinyl roof, lower edge of rear window.I have clean AZ sheet metal for fix.FRAME HAS -0- RUST.Red paint is 95% original.Suspension is tight, firmer springs front and rear, large aftermarket sway bars, 15x8 Billet Specialties wheels with 255/60 BFG TA’s. 2.50 9” rear, so no race car, but great cruiser.Stainless Steel Brakes Corp treated calipers, sleeved master and wheel cylinders.Car has 145K miles, engine 160K with heads redone with hardened seats, at 105, and of course new timing chain set.Electric pre-luber since 1990.Pertronix ignition.Gas gauge works, new sending unit few years back. I had the AC working back in the early 90’s, but slow leak somewhere.Drives great, nice and solid.Red with black vinyl roof, burgundy bench seat interior.I have owned for 33 years. I do have 68 bucket seats and console (and column tilt) that can be included for $1000, need rework.My plan was to have a nice paint job, maybe Burgundy with black roof, or red with white roof.But originality is nice also.

Tom703 280-7164

I might (might!!) be heading to Louisville KY for 50th Street Rod gathering, can drive car down with pre-payment or large deposit.

Q1 did this car come with 9"? Yes, it is a weird special order car, a 302 with factory 3.25 9" rear, the folks had a small horse trailer. Why would they not order the 390, it certainly was a bargain!! Yet they paid extra for the XL, then the vinyl roof. Go figure.

Q2 did I use a Fordshifter?? NO, I used a Hurst shifter that is mounted to a large bracket that mounts to the transmission cross member. No shake.

Q3 what is that orange device?? A PS filter.

Q4 what does the preluber do?? It pressurizes the engine before you crank. Great device, I never understood why more are not installed. All my cars have one!!

Q5 did this car come fromthe south?? NC as ad says. Made in Charlotte.

Q6 what are the things on the pedals?? 1/2" thick foam pads, I have minor foot issues and feels best to wear sandals, but bare foot driving. Both pedals have the stainless steel trim rings, and the brake has the round 'disc brake' gizmo