New ALABAMA owner

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  1. gestiva

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    Hello, My name is Jason. I am 24 Yrs old and live just south of Birmingham AL. in a city called Montevallo.
    I was born here and raised here, but for 5 years lived in huntsville AL.
    I love messing with cars and seeing how they work.
    I also love Ford Festivas. I own 2 and want more.
    I just recently aquired a 1973 Maverick.
    It has a 302 with a 4speed manual in it... The valve covers and airbreather say Cobra on them, not sure if its a true one or not.
    The motor is'nt as stout as it should, tune up is in order.
    The rearend is Locked! not sure if its welded or what.
    The body is solid with minimal surface rust. and the interior is
    decent with dash cracks,ripped seats, and other little stuff.

    Im looking forward to Resto-Modding this car.
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    Mavman72 Gone backwards but lookin' forward

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    rayzorsharp I "AM" a Maverick!

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    mojo "Everett"- Senior Citizen Supporting Member

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    Welcome from Northeastern Illinois the Chicagoland region. Looks like u have a pretty gud platform to work ur restoration. Gud luck. :Handshake
     
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    joe dirt^ My online name here the FF.com name.

    First list of things to do:
    Fix wiring all over car, brakelights not working, dash lights, side front lights.
    Speedo not working, Im guessing from trans swap?
    Plugs,wires,oil change, airfilter, etc.
    Tires and rims change
    Interior needs new carpet,dash cover,handles,seats covered, just little stff.
     
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