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Just wondering if anyone has purchased and tried the Billet Grille available for the 66 Thunderbird, If so what are your thoughts on the product and ease of installation. Here is a link to the grille from Mac's...

Speedometer / Gauge cluster Hi just wanted to share some pictures of the instrument cluster from my 1966 Thunderbird. Following the steps others have left, I think the end result is very good. Enhance the worn out numbers on the speedometer and replaced original gauges with Autometer Cobalt...

I will attemping the same thing come the Spring, Any chance you took some pictures of the procedure? If so you can send them to [email protected]

Yes, I did. I'm sorry I should have replied that I did. The photos definitely helped me to properly install the torsion bars. After they were installed the back of the trunk started to lift as the trunk was being closed and it just would not close properly no matter what tension was applied. So...

Thank you Randy I will most certainly check the hinges for the condition you indicated. I’ve been doing some engine work and will be reinstalling the head etc this weekend. Once the engine is back up & running I will look into the hinge issue. Have a great day. Jeff

66 Thunderbird trunk torsion bars Has anybody attempted replacing the torsion bars with a gas or hydraulic cylinder like they use in many new vehicle applications?

Casting numbers Thank you, that is a huge help. I thought I needed to pull the heads to get this info. I will look for the number as you indicated.

Can anyone tell me where the casting numbers are located, on the cylinder heads, for a 66 Thunderbird 390 engine?

Trunk Torsion Bar I installed a new torsion bar on my 66 T-Bird. After installation the trunk would not close. Applying some pressure I notice the trunk near the hinge on the drivers side was beginning to lift so I stopped applying pressure. I ended up removing the torsion bar in order to close...

Thank you, they have exactly what I'm looking for.

Hello, Can anyone help with a supplier to purchase a set of trunk torsion rods (bars) for 1966 Thunderbird, coupe? thanks