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FYI, they factory reinforcement done in those areas (competition suspension and all Shelby's) were typically just as crude but of course those would be on front apron , back apron side seen from the engine compartment side and not just the front.
Needing some advice on best way to repair 67 shock towers which have torn due to weight/torque of a 390 motor. i have heard that this is a common problem. A PO has welded it rather poorly as seen in image.
Was your car originally equipped with a 390? [S code in VIN]
Just for reference, here are a few shots of the shock towers on my 1967 San Jose 390 Convertible (Sept. 22, 1966 build date). These photos were taken during the restoration of the car in 2012, and at this point the car had only been disassembled, media blasted, had some of the rusty panels cut out, and was painted in red oxide primer. The welds in the shock tower areas are exactly as they were from the factory...
No problem Brennan - helping each other is what this forum is all about! Hopefully, you'll soon have one of the few concours Mustangs in South Africa - and then you and your Fastback can be the inspiration for other vintage Mustang owners in your country to correctly restore their cars too!Cheers!Kevin