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If you're talking about turn indicator lights, the 64-66 models do not have these on the dash. Is there a local t-bird club? Maybe someone from there could help you get through inspection. Congrats on the new-to-you car!

At least 50 pounds--I think it's more than that! You might consider swapping it for a rebuilt unit from Red-Head steering. They do good work and the cost is about the same as having a local shop rebuild it. http://www.redheadsteeringgears.com/

Welcome to the site and congrats on the new bird. Some photos would help, I think, as you're describing some unusual issues. The canister fuel pump is correct and should fit. Either you've got the wrong part (perhaps one for a truck application) or there's something out of kilter with the...

Yes, others have installed electric pumps. Two I've read about recently: one hung his on a rubber isolator near the tank (to reduce noise), another installed installed an in-tank pump. I'm not sure if they both required return lines. (One did, but it was also part of an EFI upgrade.) If you...

Seems unlikely, as there's not a lot down there to impede movement. If the bellows at the floorboard is still intact, make sure it's still nice and flexible. Under the hood, the steering column hinges on the rag joint, which is just a piece of rubber sandwiched between two cast iron tangs. If...

A good start. My car also carries California black plates. Are you in CA? Does it run and stop? Sent you a PM yesterday. ~Steve

Hi Jeff, Welcome to the forum and congrats on your new Thunderbird! Looks like you have a bit of work ahead of you. Sounds like you're not new to auto restoration, but the T-Bird is unique is some regards: it's a complex, low-end luxury car built on the Lincoln assembly line (but a lot of...

The data plate will give you the basics: engine, original color options, build date, differential, etc. Details are here: http://vintagethunderbirdclub.net/T-Bird%20Specs_revised.pdf I've never heard of a heavy duty suspension on a Thunderbird before, and there is no code on the data plate for...

I'd start in the column. Pull the steering wheel so you can see the turn signal switch and horn button/brush. The wire powering the horn could be broken and shorting out intermittently. (If you don't have a wiring diagram for your car, now is the time to get one.) I suspect that the battery...

The plastic shift indicator is held on to the shift hub with two screws. To get to them, you'll have to disassemble most of the upper steering column. The manual has an outline of the process. You can also get an idea of the project from my site: Steering Column & Shifter – Taking Flight Again...

I built myself test station following these guidelines: Making a bench testing power supply from a computer P/S - Vintage Thunderbird Club International I've found numerous uses for it since--well worth the effort. ~Steve

Amen, brother!

Bird Nest doesn't advertise it much, but they have a large selection of used parts in various quality. I've bought a few dashboard pieces from them and would suspect that they could get their hands on tons of brake pedals (if they don't already have boxes of them in stock). Just out of...

Well, never had to get a new brake pedal, but have gotten the folks at Bird Nest on the phone. I've found them generally knowledgeable and helpful--especially if you know exactly what you're looking for.

Just a couple of quick thoughts: A mid-1960's 70k motor would generally be considered near the end of it's service life, especially after 50+ years. Back in the day, you'd be very lucky to get a motor all the way to 100k. Before doing anything too radical, check the compression all around...

I've been thinking of going this route for some time. Which system did you end up installing? How is the performance vs. the stock carbureted motor? ~Steve

Sounds a lot like the heat soak/vapor lock issue I've been dealing with on my car. If you're running a non-stock air cleaner, you might try a 1" phenolic spacer between the carb and the water jacket plate. Also, check to see if your fuel line is close to or resting on the manifold or block. If...

The only way to know for sure--and to get it fixed--is to start disassembling the column. The shop manual will help you through the process. Here's my notes on the process: Steering Column & Shifter – Taking Flight Again Good luck, and let us know how it goes. ~Steve

If I had to guess, I'd suspect the top bearing and/or the bottom bushing have disintegrated or gone missing. If so, the shift tube could be rattling against the column. Does the shifter hold the car firmly in gear? ~Steve

It sounds to me as if you have the parking brake hooked up to a vacuum line fed from the "soup can" cannister, which is intended to hold vacuum after the engine is shut off (to power the door locks and trunk release for a time). The parking brake (through the NSS) should be attached directly...