65 F I Air Cleaner
09-27-2007, 08:10 AM
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Melting Slicks
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65 F I Air Cleaner
Hi Guys,What is the diffrence between the mid year FI air cleaners.A guy in my area has one for sale he says it is for a 65 unit.Can anyone tell me what to look for in that year and the diffrences for the 63 &64.Any help would be appreciated.Bob W
09-27-2007, 09:28 AM
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Melting Slicks
I am not an expert on '65 FI cars but I believe the 64 and 65 used the same air cleaner. 63 has it's own version if I recall correctly. Either way, if the price is right just buy it. Original air cleaners are scarce and valuable. Additionally, look into what happened to the rest of the car and FI unit. If you can locate either you have found something of a treasure!
Good luck!
Joel
Good luck!
Joel
09-27-2007, 09:30 AM
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Be aware that a number of years ago, there were steel repops made that were a little different. I was told the repops lack the air difuser in the inlet end of the housing but I can't verify that.
There is a current steel repop made that I've never seen.
09-27-2007, 10:14 AM
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63-65 f.i.
64-65 clips are evenly spaced around the canister early 63s are not .be care full for fiberglass tops and S tubes.originals have a swirl markings in the main body can only be seen holding up to a bright lite.
09-27-2007, 11:29 AM
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Attachment to the radiator support, left iner fender and to the FI air meter will be the same. So, if you come across an original air cleaner-----------------------AND ABSOLUTE CORRECTNESS IS NOT A PRIORITY----------------------GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!! Even if you don't want to use it, you can get your money back!
I cannot, and I am not, going to mention all the "stuff" that I've passed up through the years. I'm old enough that I clearly remember back when you almost couldn't give away FI units and parts. Also, I've seen complete 2x4 setups go for $40, and batwings that were literally thrown away!
I cannot, and I am not, going to mention all the "stuff" that I've passed up through the years. I'm old enough that I clearly remember back when you almost couldn't give away FI units and parts. Also, I've seen complete 2x4 setups go for $40, and batwings that were literally thrown away!
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09-27-2007, 11:36 AM
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Attachment to the radiator support, left iner fender and to the FI air meter will be the same. So, if you come across an original air cleaner-----------------------AND ABSOLUTE CORRECTNESS IS NOT A PRIORITY----------------------GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!! Even if you don't want to use it, you can get your money back!
I cannot, and I am not, going to mention all the "stuff" that I've passed up through the years. I'm old enough that I clearly remember back when you almost couldn't give away FI units and parts. Also, complete 2x4 setups and batwings that were literally thrown away!
I cannot, and I am not, going to mention all the "stuff" that I've passed up through the years. I'm old enough that I clearly remember back when you almost couldn't give away FI units and parts. Also, complete 2x4 setups and batwings that were literally thrown away!
i wish i still had the Man-A-Fre that i traded for my first FI; i wouldn't be bitchin about percolation......
too bad only hindsight is 20/20...
Bill
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