I once rode in (circa 1971) a 1968 GT350 convertible with owner added SHELBY 4-2V system. By mid 1967 the SHELBY lettered intakes were available. By 1966 there must have been a much larger demand in the aftermarket because 1966-early 1967 pieces are the most common in period pieces for sale. More of everything was made in 19 made parts are pretty rare. By 1965 the systems of the day could be purchased through Ford dealers, Shelby's parts department, or Dean Moon's businesses.Īnything made during 1963 or 1964 is extremely rare as a loose part now. The S1CR-9423 system was a significant redesign with simple linkage system comprised of mass produced parts sourced mainly from Eelco(R)and Hilborn (R). The steel levers required were hand fabricated by Shelby American race shop employees as required. Linkage systems started off being very complicated with lots of intricate small parts. A well optioned VW(R) Beetle in 1963 was around $1,500 retail I think.Įxact designs of linkage and other ancillaries changed over time. Ford used a Fairlane picture in advertising of systems. Anybody could order kits through their local Ford / L-M dealer for any 260/289 powered Ford and have the dealer install it (or install it themselves). At least one new 1965 MUSTANG GT350 competition car was so fitted for a customer in South America. Selected new Ford and Lincoln-Mercury competition only cars could be ordered with "Webers". 4-2V systems were not offered for new street cars factory installed EXCEPT Cobras and GT40s (only one new street Cobra was ordered and completed). Specifically some folks ask about Mustangs. 4-2V "Weber" induction systems for new Fords in the 1960s. I read questions about whether or not Ford offered 260/289 c.i.d.
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