1973 Ford Mustang RestoMod Build FIRST HARDCORE ROAD TEST
Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары
In this episode of the AutoEdits 1973 Ford Mustang muscle car build up, we shake down "Large Marge" around town with my super cute co- dog Pinto... then I'll take you to a local tire shop for the suspension alignment and some dial in... and from there head straight to the local canyon roads to push this car to the limits and find out what she's got.
Spoiler alert... SHE'S GOT A LOT!!!
The Total Control Products coil-over suspension combined with the rack and pinion steering setup has created an absolute razor sharp weapon on the road.
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I was completely surprised by how well this car handled the rough roads near me in Southern California. Winter was really hard on the terrain and the potholes were in full effect but this car didn't care.
Even without any tuning yet, the Holley Terminator EFI was easy enough to figure out to run the ignition, fuel management, and cooling fans on the beefy BeCool Radiator. The junkyard 5.0 Cobra engine in Large Marge ran strong and never got above 195 degrees! Here's a link to the Holley parts www.holley.com/products/fuel_...
Plus, here's a link to the BeCool Radiator kit I installed:
www.becool.com/product/radiat...
The thing I get asked about most is what wheels I have on the Mustang and those would be the LT III from ET Wheels www.etmags.com/lt_iii.html
The are 17x9 in front and 18x10 in the rear.
There are so many other parts to highlight and feature so stay tuned for all of the great videos to come... including road trip adventures in this thing!!!
Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe and share this video... also you can go back through the build playlist here to check out almost all of the installs involved in this project! • Classic Ford Mustang B...
ENJOY YOUR DRIVE!
*** I do want to make a clear point that in any of the scenes of the video that show "sporty" driving, the roads were spotted and made sure to be completely clear. I would never put my fellow motorists in danger by driving recklessly on a populated roadway and neither should you!
#ford #mustang #testdrive #projectcar #howto #autoedits
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@AutoEdits
7 ай бұрын
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Wheel, tire combo, stance is right on!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm loving the stagger!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm loving the stagger!
@brandonrobishaw7606
11 күн бұрын
You may have mentioned it but what is the wheel tire combo
Not gonna lie watching you get excited and overwhelmed with joy had me smiling almost the whole video. It's so cool to see her on the road finally ripping it up. 🤘
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to hear this... means I did what I wanted with the video! Thanks!
My first car was a ‘73 Mustang. Now I want another one!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
They are definitely an "acquired taste" LOL
@colombia10759
4 жыл бұрын
Mine too! I’m trying to pick one up this week 🙏🏼
@artm5583
3 жыл бұрын
Just got one, you should
@frenchstick245
3 жыл бұрын
My dad had one when he was a very young man, he has talked about a Mach 1 with the 351 engine my whole life.. he is now pretty old and recently been in a terrible accident.. I’m planning on getting one of these to give my dad some smiles after going through so much.. now how do I convince the wife 💭
@frenchstick245
3 жыл бұрын
Man this car rips! Loved watching you gun it through those windy roads! 🤙 sick build!!! I love it man
So happy for you Jason. This came out great. I had a 73 Mustang. The 71-73 is the most different Mustang of any Mustangs that there ever were. This is one of the coolest ones I have ever seen. Love it!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate hearing this... I'm starting to think so too but I also bled into this project...LOL
Love this video brother. So cool to watch you reap the rewards of all the work you put in. I have a convertible 71 and she’s a looker….but does NOT race like Large Marge. 😊💪🏽
Love the starter sound @17:15! Almost sounds like a Chrysler gear reduction starter.
Pinto the dog , Pinto the står of the show ! Well done Jason !
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Yes she is! Thanks dude!
Pinto needs some goggles to keep the wind out of her eyes.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Truth!
OMG, I so want to get my hands on this thing and tune it for you. For the youngins out there, no disrespect, but this is what it's like to physically DRIVE a car and how I learned to get my license. It's an active experience that commands your attention. Today's cars it's more like we ride in them. They isolate you way too much from the overall enjoyment of driving the vehicle.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Hey, you do engine tuning? I can send you a file... but I was going to take it to a local dyno shop.
I absolutely love and appreciate what you’ve done with this car. It’s got a Mad Max vibe that I really like. A 71-73 Mustang is what they originally wanted for that movie. This whip is a loud, fast, handling brut with everything you need and nothing you don’t want 👍🏼 Watching that suspension work and the camera angles were really awesome. I had to watch it twice and edit my comment. What an incredible direction you took this build. The style of this car is underrated. I like it a lot more than the fastback. Just something about the lines. and the stance that you’ve created is so much better than stock.👍🏼Thanks for sharing! 👊🏼👍🏼
@AutoEdits
Жыл бұрын
I can't tell you how much this comment means... you really appreciate the details! Thanks for checking it out!
@HebryNegga-wy4zr
11 ай бұрын
Aren't the 60s Mustang the best ???
Never thought I’d say this .. but that’s one badass 73’ Mustang
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
It's all good... I feel the same and am in love with how weird and wonderful this thing is!
@darrellfincher2948
3 жыл бұрын
Not just a mustang it's a GRANDE! Had one years ago loved it!
It’s great you can see out your back window!
@AutoEdits
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, that's what I hear about those good lookin fastbacks... miles of glass but no visibility!
Dear god that car and that dog are gorgeous
@AutoEdits
11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!!!
what a beautiful puppy and what a nice Mach 1 ….I love both. specially that nice puppy ...God bless you and your good baby (puppy)
@AutoEdits
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
After following this for years it’s so nice to see Marge done!!!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
It's far from done but it's a driver and that is pretty dang good too!
It came out awesome! You're going to love the blower, it makes it a whole different animal! Incidentally, adding the 174 on my car made the exhaust about 50% louder with no other changes.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
YIKES!
Dude love your mustang videos! found this one a few days and then went back and watched your whole playlist of it. Ive got a 73 convertible with an older windsor swap and ive had the car apart and together a million times through the years lol. about five years ago i decided to buckle down and tear it down and start building it the way ive always wanted.... then had to get a shoulder surgery. long break. had a kid. long break. just got it running again 2 days ago and ready to start finding all pieces parts and get back at it! your videos have been a huge motivation to bring her back alive!
@AutoEdits
2 жыл бұрын
So happy to hear this! Sorry about the surgery but happy about the family and everything else!
Wow... how addictive is that exhaust... amazing. I saw a car, same yr for sale... man.. im going to go check it out
Great job on the Mustang. Great to see you out and enjoying it!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
Pinto looks like a great buddy.
@AutoEdits
2 жыл бұрын
She’s the best! I’m thankful
I like the way your car looks. Nice stance and the wheel and paint combo go nice together.
@AutoEdits
11 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
I'm LOVING thos Pinto shots. But seriously, I found you and subscribed for the Mustang. You are living a dream of mine. I couldn't be happier for you, that's a beautiful car.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear... Pinto the Dog is a VERY important part of the process for me so I'm glad someone else out there appreciates that I like sharing the drive with her!
@paulcoon5399
4 жыл бұрын
@@AutoEdits Absolutely! I've been watching you for a little over 4 years now and I've come to love Pinto. My two pups are just they same (except maybe a little wilder... lol)
My first car was 72, Mercury Cougar hardtop. 351C V8, H-code, FMX-Automatic, 9" 2.75:1, Open, (conventional) non-posi. Great one wheel burn out machine.
@AutoEdits
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
I'm so happy for you. From car guy to car guy, I know how great it is to have a sexy fun ride.
@AutoEdits
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
A really cool ride, congrats on all the hard work.
@AutoEdits
4 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
So glad to see guys taking these older cars and giving them new life! That car looks like loads of fun.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
It is very rewarding to restore something and give it a whole new life!
I love the sounds, Don't change a thing.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
You're the best!
My dad and I bought a 73 fastback in 86, we worked on it a lot but didn’t have the parts you have, it is still the most fun car I have ever driven. Yours it’s very cool!
@AutoEdits
7 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
Favorite part of video are the shots of Pinto enjoying the ride. Second favorite part is seeing this beast up and running.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Mine too! LOL
Awesome to see large marge finally on the road.
All that hard work paid off! Nice work buddy!!!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Yes!!!!
I’ll be the one to tell you that your editing style is similar to that of Quentin Tarantino. Lol the way you zoom in and pan the camera just a little. It’s definitely not random I can tell u really take your time editing 👌 🎥
@AutoEdits
2 жыл бұрын
This is really nice to hear! Thanks so much for appreciating the effort I put into my "style" and taking a moment to leave a comment!!!
i've been popping in for updates on the Mustang over the years, so happy to see it on the road again!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you came back around in time for this one!
I just got a 72 coupe doesn't run but so far loving her more than every other generation
@AutoEdits
10 ай бұрын
Enjoy your project!!!
that car is bad ass Jason! congrats on that beauty!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
I've been waiting for this day! Your pain and leadership makes it so much easier for me to follow. I'm currently working on my TCP rack and pinion installation right now. Also mocking up different motor mounts, setting up for the C6(it was a C4), and I just got my Gear Vendors in last week. I am also cutting and replacing metal so the process is going slower than I would like yet it must be done. Also helping a local neighborhood kid with his 260 and my buddy resurrect his 65 K Code. Busy, busy, busy... can't wait to get to where you are now. That reminds me... I need to post some more videos on my progress as well. And I really do like those wheels! Looking forward to seeing your updates!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
That is a lot going on over there for you! Thanks for checking in on this project!
So happy to see you out cruising it!!!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, right!!!!!
Smiling ear to ear watching you and Pinto cruising around in LM! Cheers and congrats, man.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
It does make me happy on a next level to look over at Pinto the Dog enjoying the drive!
This video gave me life!!! Great job in the car!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Ah! Love to see this !!!!
That's a happy puppy right there!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Yes she is... and a happy human as well!
Been following this build since the beginning and this was AWESOME to watch. Congrats on a killer new ride!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah buddy, thank you!
Glad to see the Mustang on the road Jason. 👍🤘
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
ME TOOOOOO! Heck yes!
Glad you finally got this thing out of the garage. I'll be starting my own 65 coup pretty soon
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I'm happy as well... good luck on your project!
Congrats Jason.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude.
I’ve been watching since mid ‘16 and it’s so awesome to see large marge rippin the streets!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!
I came across this Playlist looking for information and real owner reviews of the TCP suspension. Its been a long time coming but I can tell by the ear to ear grin, it was worth it. Thanks for doing these videos (yes I have watched them all so far) lots of good stuff in this series.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Please subscribe and Howdy! Yes, this car is proving to be an amazing driver directly because of the components from TCP. No joke.
I have a 2015 wrangler, watching your videos over the last yr and a half inspired me to purchase a 1973 mach 1 last Friday! Keep up the awesome videos!!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
That is awesome!
I have a 73 mustang that i'm currently building and watching these videos have me extremely excited
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear this... keep at it and good luck!
@KINGF0RD
4 жыл бұрын
I definitely appreciate you
Jason, The stance and sound are second to none and that might be the best looking 71-3 Mustang Coupe around, nice job on this one!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
HAHA! Thanks so much! I've seen a couple that are pretty nice but to be honest... they missed the stance/wheel package on the both.
Not a 1973 Ford Falcon GT, but with a supercharger that you mentioned...Mad Max territory. Super fun!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
That was part of the inspiration behind that supercharger!
I really enjoyed this video! It looks like you've got the Mustang setup perfectly for the real world driving that you'll be doing with the car. Perfection!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
It's a lot of fun. Thanks for the comment!
This model is one of my favorite Mustangs. You have made it the dream come through. God bless and enjoy. I would love to see more videos.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I hope to get more done soon!
glad you're reaping in on all the hard work.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Me too!
Damn nice car Sir! I love that you picked a model that gets overlooked but you nailed it!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
HA! Thanks! This car kind of picked me and I'm pretty happy about that at this point!
That stance is perfect! Awesome video.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm really proud of how it sits!
Been waiting for this one!!!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Here you go! Hope you like it... was fun making it!
Wow! Beautiful Car! Jeep and Mustang, 2 great American ICONS. That’s why I love your channel!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear!
Outstanding work, my friend. You've reminded me of the end goal for all these projects - get out there and run the snot out of them. David
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I thought of you and Harry during this... I'm sure we'll see a similar video of you two but in a MUCH nicer car..LOL
R2 Racing in Santa Clarita is another spot to go for super friendly custom alignments.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for the suggestion! I'll look them up.
Dude, I am so stoked for you! This the kind of motivation I need for my Cutlass. I can't wait till I can go for a drive with my dog!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to share and this and you "get it" that this project crosses over to any dude (and dog) and project car!
Juste WOW!!! Bravo Jason
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!!!
Watching you get this excited has made me equally excited …. Nice build !
@AutoEdits
9 ай бұрын
Thanks so much. I ended up having to selling it before it was finished but loved driving the thing.
Now THIS is what I've been WAITING FOR!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Me too!
Seems like the journey was worth it. Love that you're driving it hard.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Yes it is... and it's going to get better!
Great video! Congrats on finally having it on the Road! Love the sound those Flows make, definetly an inspiration to keep working on My 74 firebird!.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear this... I really do hope to help people no matter what kind of project they have. This one was an extreme struggle at times but I'm thrilled with it!
Man, Marge sounds FANTASTIC!! I've been following since the beginning, or at least pretty close. I only had to go back and watch a few vids to catch up. I am ecstatic for you to see her back on the road. Good to see Pinto likes her too. Thank you for making one last check on you tube worth my while tonight.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Well, thank you... I appreciate that you watch when you do! I'm digging the car so far!
@yankeetraveler1118
4 жыл бұрын
@@AutoEdits No, Thank You! We're all digging your work and your down to earth approach.
That thing sounds sweet. I grew up around these mustangs and other years. All my Uncles and my Dad daily drove and raced Mustangs. My 91 was an 11+ second car.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Nice!
Glad to see your hard work pay off
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
It really did, thanks for coming along for the ride!
I know you've spent a small fortune on this car, but the dog is its best feature.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I agree!
Looking at that dog's nose, you can tell she's in heaven lol
Very nice, she sounds great.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Amazing amazing video! Great project looking forward for what’s to come for the mustang!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm thinking some road trips and races!
Oh my...I really enjoyed that. Thanks!!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I'm really happy to hear this... thank you so much for the watch and the nice comment!
FREAKING AWESOME!!!!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Woohooo!
Pinto sure is enjoying the ride ❤️❤️❤️ she said she needs a 🦴
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
She really does like riding in the Mustang and she'll get another treat for sure!
Cool seeing my town on KZread! Happy mikes has changed for the better!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to support the locals as well.
Heck yes! so pumped for this one
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sticking around!
Excelente trabajo ! Love your work !
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Muchas Gracias!
Well Done Jason !!! Bullit's got noth'in on you and Large Marge, Steve Mc Queen would be proud !
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
This made me so happy to read!!!
I’ve been here since day one man glad you are finally out ripping!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
That's right.... You are officially OG around here! Thanks so much for the long term support, means a ton!
Glad to see Large Marge back on the road.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
It feels great and is a ton of fun!
Nice to see you and pinto enjoying the mustang 👍
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
It's fairly rewarding... thanks for giving it a watch!
congrats on a job well done. It has been a blast watching this project come together. What a great feeling of accomplishment you must have on a job well done. glad to see you out there reaping the benefits of all your hard work. Can't wait to see what you do next.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I am so happy right now!
It's Marge, Pinto and Jason time!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
HAHA! Thank you so much!
@TheBearDenPhotography
4 жыл бұрын
@@AutoEdits You're have way too much fun! Enjoy!
Congrats on a project well done.... The car is amazing.... Love the rest drive
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
So happy for ya, super cool!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
YESSS! Thank you!
Just got a 1970 mustang . A little overwhelming right now . Just gotta know where to start
Excited to watch this
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I'm happy you're here watching!
@autoedits dude so super excited to see large marge on the road amazing job
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Dude, thank you!
Congrats! Well done!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm thrilled!
Love that stand! Great job dude!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I'm digging it as well, thanks!
@milonetzler67
4 жыл бұрын
@@AutoEdits i first found u when u had a jeep and had a lift indtalled and went thru the backroad mtns from reno to socal and blew ur muffler! You also took it camping withba guy named Todd who had a nice older toyota setup. Love ur vids bro!
Don't ever paint the hood!!! Adds more attitude on top of wheels, tires, stance and everything you've done to it! Awesome car!! Been following ever since you started with the mustang and its great to see back on the road!!! @autoedits
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I feeling the same way! Thanks!
Cool Guy, Cool Dog, Cool Car!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude!
Damn nice build. Congrats. 🎉🎉
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!!!!!!!!!!
Definitely an inspiration to all gearheads! A lot of the parts on "Large Marge" will probably apply to my own personal project "Urban CAT" a 1973 Cougar XR7... When ready I will be looking through all the videos you have (suspension especially) for direction on my build!! Congrats Jason awesome job!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
I have a very strong love for the Cougars! Yeah, everything I did to this thing applies to that platform.
i remember seeign small clips here and there, but seeing this today gives me hope to get my '73 back on the road.
It's awesome to see self builders...I too have built a corner carver....79 Regal with a 6 litre LS...have all the suspension..4 wheel disc brakes...I went with a Borgenson quick ratio box12:1 Lock to lock went from 4 all the way down to 2.4. Thought about adapting a rack in, but didn't. Also did all the body and paint work in my two car garage..infact..the only thing I didn't build myself was the 4l60e I installed...and guess which part has been a disappointment. lol I'm about to purchase a built T5 for her...which wouldn't stand up to the 6 liter if I was doing a drag car, but as a cruiser...should be totally fine....infact the T5 has been behind a turbo LS in an sn 95 for a couple years with no issues at all. New subscriber from Southern Alberta. ca here. Keep up the great work man.
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you keep some good company! I think your plan is solid for the transmission and I ran that quick ration steering box in my Camaro and loved it.
@mynameis63
4 жыл бұрын
@@AutoEdits Ya he is a dude I met from the FB market place when I was first doing my LS swap two years ago...very helpful guy. He was planning on building a stroker LS, and said when it was done he would be pulling the T5 to put a TKO 600 behind the new motor....fast forward to today and he just called me yesterday saying I can have the T5 for 500 buck. I'll be going to pick it up my next days off, but wont be installing in my Buick until next winter. Love your Mustang man..I was a Ford guy for a couple decades..switched to GM products about 15 years ago...just because of price and availability. I use to have a 71 Mach 1...built and installed a 406 FE and C6 in her...should have went with the 385 family big block...but already owned the FE
Dude great job!!!! Congrats!!!
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it feels pretty good!
So happy for you man. I’ve watched the Large Marge series since Day 1
@AutoEdits
4 жыл бұрын
NO WAY! Thanks so much for sticking it out that long!
@WildBilly91
4 жыл бұрын
@@AutoEdits I was there for the V10 Viper Maverick project and my favorite car ever is the Mustang so... you know. Now you make me wanna buy a 73 Coupe. You made them cool :)