Posted by TParker on December 30, 1998 at 16:08:23:
In Reply to: Re: Question on horn piece posted by T.L. on December 30, 1998 at 15:39:35:
TL is correct! I had 200,000 miles on my 302 and they only had to bore it .10 over stock to rebuild it. TL's order of rebuilding your car is also correct I did it this way and it worked out very well, time wise and money wise. As far as switching engines if your going to rebuild it to factory spec's then rebuild the 6 but if you want power and performance build yourself a nice 302, stroker 302 or sqeeze in a 351W for some really nice power. As far as the horn goes I thought it was called a horn button???
: It should run great with only 96,000 miles on it. Unless you want more power in which case I'd reccomend swapping in a 302. My '73 has 177,000 miles on it and it's ready for a rebuild. My method is to start with the interior (mine is cherry), then the mechanical (engine, tranny, suspension) and save the body/paint for last. That way you won't screw up the body/paint while doing the mechanical stuff...
: : I am in need of some info on the horn piece on a 71 maverick grabber. The horn itself is okay.
: : I need the piece that goes on the middle of the steering wheel. Anyone know what this piece is called and how to connect it?
: : Also just to mention that I have recently found this site. Its great to find other Maverick owners.
: : I have a 1971 grabber. Six cylinder. Bought it in 1981.
: : Its now ready to be painted and rebuilt. Used to be a work car for me. Has the grabber hood. Another question is about the engine. It has over 96,000 on it.
: : Should I replace the motor or should I have it rebuilt.
: : Then its time to work on the body!
: : Anyhow, thanks for any info.
: : John