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1st Generation 1964 1/2 - 1973 - Questions & general discussions that apply to a specific year => 1969 Mustang => Topic started by: Harry1003 on August 25, 2021, 03:55:49 PM

Title: Original coil spring for 1969 Mach 1?
Post by: Harry1003 on August 25, 2021, 03:55:49 PM

Hi,
is the middle coil spring on the picture the original part for my car.
1969 Mustang Mach 1 H-code with 351W, PS, AC, FMX build in SJ on 03.11.69.
The coil spring have a dark-yellow stripe and looks original.
I ask, because I think the car is to low. Wrong part or fatigue?

Thanks in advance!!!

Greetings!
Harry

Title: Re: Original coil spring for 1969 Mach 1?
Post by: J_Speegle on August 25, 2021, 09:07:30 PM

Would have had a second colored stripe applied with a brush but apparently that did not last

For comparison

1969 Mustang Mach 1 H-code with 351W, PS, AC, FMX built San Jose on  05/13/69 - marked 1 Yellow 1 Tan

San Jose buildsheets are a bit difficult to find. Hope this helps. At best it appears possible

May have been worn since nose down is not often a stance that Ford was using during the 60's

Title: Re: Original coil spring for 1969 Mach 1?
Post by: Harry1003 on August 26, 2021, 02:52:15 PM

Hi Jeff,
thank you very much!!!
Unfortunately no other stripe is visible .
Today I replaced the springs with the Moog Springs 8234 and now the car is straight.
It looks like good for me. ;)

Greetings!
Harry