Tony always loved the 1972 Ford Gran Torino and when an opportunity came to get one he jumped on it. Little did Tony know this car would end up being the definition of "as basket case". Compromised structure, rotted body panels and no future presented Tony with his biggest challenge: how in the hell do we save this car? When asked this question Tony said "I was going to scrap it, because there was nothing left". But that didnt happen, Tony found a way and not only did he do this but the managed to amalgamate some modern technology from a fox body mustang. On top of this a Windsor engine from an old Ford F150 would make a much more modern combination. Tony's story is both impressive and inspiring, you don't want to miss this amazing story.
Chapters
00:00 Episode preview 1972 Gran Torino
02:20 8 year restoration process
03:15 Devastating condition
04:45 Process of restoration with a parts car
05:00 Quarter panels, inner wheel wells, fenders, floor patches
07:00 What makes this car stand out?
07:40 Interior
08:00 Converting an automatic to a 5 speed manual
09:00 Hydraulic clutch
09:47 351 Windsor engine bloc specs
10:45 Roller rockers, roller timing chain, roller cam
13:00 Streetable and reliable
13:23 Wife painted the car, vinyl top, rebuilding the valves on engine
15:45 Test driving 1972 Gran Torino
17:00 Reliving the best memories
19:10 Next time Barn classic car sanctuary
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Master Episode 040
S02E22
Series: Between the Wheels
Episode: Tony's 1972 Ford Gran Torino
Year: 2023
Host: TrooperMax
Theme: Anthony Jarrett
Video Equipment Consultant: Mark Dalpe
Shot & Edited by: TrooperMax
Intro Graphics: Rahul Ralan
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