![]() ![]() The 325 bhp, 390 cid engine was now a new “FE” block and 11,475 buyers stepped up for that motor. Any big block engine got front disc brakes by default. The new 302 4v engine and a Thunderbird 390 4 (280hp) and Thunderbird Special 390 4V (320hp) engines were added to the engine line-up. The 289 cubic inch 2V V8 engine was installed in the 1968 Mustangs up until December of 1967, then it was replaced with the 302 cubic inch 2V B8. The 200 cubic inch six cylinder was still the base engine (grossly underpowered) and the 289ci was still the base V8. The big news was mostly mechanical, with the addition of an all new 302 cubic inch V8 engine. The interior also received a shock absorbing steering column, fold down door handles and more comfortable seats. New options for 68 included an AM/FM stereo radio, rear window defogger (coupe and fastback only) and re-designed front power disc brakes. As mentioned above, the 1968 also had front and rear side marker lights too. These safety changes on the 1968 Mustang included front and rear side marker lights, folding, flush mounted interior door pulls, and an energy absorbing steering column. There was also the deletion of the F-O-R-D letters at the front of the hood, simplification of the quarter panel ornament, and many safety features (increasing governmental regulations). The grille featured a running Mustang inside a corral in the center of the grille. Other changes included the deletion of the horizontal grille bars. ![]() The 1968 scoop looked more like a vertical “C” whereas the 1967 looked like air intake openings. Cosmetically they had different simulated side scoops. Most of the changes were in subtle refinements to the interior and exterior that most people didn’t notice. ![]() The 1968 Mustang was little changed on the outside from it 1967 counterpart apart from the obvious side reflectors that were now mandated. $2,707 (Basic Coupe), $2,920 (Convertible), $2,818 (Fastback)Īdditional 1968 Mustang Research: ’68 Research Center / Colors Details / Production Numbers / Prices & Options / Sales Brochures / Owner Manuals / Maintenance / Pictures / Videos / VIN Decoder / Special Editions Background & Details By December of 67, the 289 engine was replaced entirely by the 302 version. The 302-4V, 230 horsepower engine replaced the 289 Challenger Special of previous years. Several new options were added and engines switched around also. Most of the changes were in subtle refinements to the interior and exterior. The 1968 Mustang was little changed from it 67 counterpart. The cluster is ready to install in your vehicle.1968 Ford Mustang – The Ultimate Guide 1968 Ford Mustang Overview TheĬompleted dash cluster is then final load tested, to factory specifications, using a standard vehicle harness connector. Bulb holders are cleaned, bulbs installed using conductive lube to ensure good conductivity. When necessary a reproduction bezel and flexible circuit Installed where necessary, to insure dash light transfer. After all gauges have been tested and calibrated they are installed into each sub-assembly. Sub-assemblies are cleaned and repainted to originalĬolors. Speedometers are cleanedĪnd lubricated then tested. Dash regulators are bench tested and calibrated. All gauges areĬleaned, bench tested and calibrated. We completely disassemble each dash assembly, inspect each component, before reconditioning. Complete Gauge Clusters Available -ġ967 Standard Mustang Refurbished Cluster ** NEW !! **ġ968 Mustang Refurbished Woodgrain Cluster ** NEW !! **ġ969-1970 Full Gauge Assembly with Tachometer Conversion ** NEW !! **ġ971-73 Mustang Reconditioned Gauge Cluster 65-66 Complete Gauge Clusters Coming Soon! Orlando Mustang Reconditioned Dashboard Gauge Cluster and Gauges All Gauges are Tested and Calibrated to Factory Standards. ![]()
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