Febuary 1, 2009 The Volume 35, Issue 2 thanks

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Bill & Christina Barne’s 2005 GT Mustang

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The Accelerator Mustang Owners Club of Southeastern Michigan is published monthly and is the Official Newsletter of the Mustang Owners Club The Mustang Owners Club of Southeastern Michigan was of Southeastern Michigan founded in November 1975 by a group of individuals with the desire Founded in 1975 by James Egyed to protect and preserve the Ford Mustang as one of the most

attractive and fun filled cars ever made available. We are MOCSEM OFFICERS: enthusiasts of all ages with a love affair of the many generations of President Neil Holcomb 734.459.4704 America’s Premiere Pony Car. Whether it’s a coupe, convertible or V. President Mike Rey 313.304.5244 fastback from 1964 ½ to the new 2005 GT or the 2007 Cobra, we Secretary Kathy Holcomb 734.459.4704 love them all. The mission of club members is to collect, restore Treasurer Sam Marra 313.779.0180 and preserve the history of the Mustang along with the stories of the people and the roles that they played in making this one of the great Editor: Ken Janus 248.921.0801 cars of the 20th Century. Although ownership is not a requirement MCA Rep: Mike Sove 248.355.1477 for membership, your enthusiasm, expertise and and/or love of the Memberships: Bill Barnes 734.762.7246 automobile are most welcome. Merchandise: Tracey Rey 313.304.0701 Many of our club members own one or more Mustangs in Social Dir: April Zygmunt 734.355.5909 varying body styles, models and years. Club members are always Trustee: Phil Smith 313.295.4912 exchanging information, providing sources for parts, literature and helpful hints for restoring or maintaining their Mustangs. Our MOCSEM CLUB AFFAIRS members are a diverse group of individuals, located throughout PO Box 39088, Redford, MI 48239 Southeastern Michigan and all share a great appreciation for the Internet Web Site: Ford Mustang. Our general membership meetings are held on the http://www.mocsem.com 2nd Tuesday of each month. Our monthly newsletter, The Newsletter Editor: Accelerator, provides the members with reports on club activities, technical information, advertisements and business service Ken Janus locations and more. Some club activities include car shows, 3467 Hickory Nut Hollow, Howell, MI. picnics, sporting events, cruise nights and technical sessions. 48843 Membership dues for MOCSEM are $30.00 USD per year; Home Ph: 517.552.3815 [for ALL MOCSEM members] Cell Ph: 248.921.0801 Email: [email protected] Using the application from the website send payment to:

MOCSEM Technical Advisor’s: MOCSEM st 1 Generation – 1964 thru 1973 P.O. BOX 39088 Neil Holcomb : 734.459.4704 Ken Janus : 248.921.0801 REDFORD, MI 48239

2nd/3rd Generation – 1974 thru 1993 General membership meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday Toshi Adair : 734.697.1965 of each month at 7:30 pm, at Phil Smith : 313.295.4912

4th Generation – 1994 thru 2004 Montana’s Steak and Seafood Joe Odine : 734.283.3230 34290 Ford Rd. Westland, MI. th 5 Generation – 2005 thru 2009 48185 Mike Rey : 313.304.5244 Ron Mason : 313.583.0254 Come early and have dinner with your fellow members.

Articles must be submitted no later than the 2nd Tuesday of each month in order to be considered for publication in the next newsletter. I prefer Business-Ad Rate (per month) Classified Rate (3 months) word documents attached to the email, because I can cut & paste. Full Page $40.00 Members FREE Submissions may be edited for content, grammar and sentence structure. ½ Page $20.00 Non-Members $9.00 MOCSEM, Inc. does not necessarily endorse the businesses and/or Business Card $5.00 Photo Ads $9.00 services which advertise in the Accelerator.

Except as noted, all published articles become the property of If anyone would like to write an article or post something MOCSEM and may not be reprinted without permission of the Editor. in the classified section or just want to offer any suggestions Views and opinions expressed in the newsletter are not necessarily for the newsletter please contact Ken Janus at those of the Club, Officers, Membership, Editor or Advertisers. [email protected] Editors Note: If you happun to run into an mistake or too, please realize that we puttem their on purpose. We strive to print sumthin’ for everyone and they’re always dose who are forever luuk’n fore istakes. ANY SUGGESTIONS WELCOME

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MOCSEM Calendar of January’s Board Meet’g

Events Board members present: Bill Barnes, Mike Sove, Ken Janus, Mike February & Tracey Rey, Phil Smith, Neil & Kathy Holcomb, April Zygmunt, and Sam Marra 3 MOCSEM Board Meeting 10 MOCSEM General Membership Meeting – NEWSLETTER: Montana’s @ 7:30 pm. Ken will check at meeting if they want an e-mail reminder; sent 48 21 Bowling @ 2:00pm-5:00pm – Merri-Bowl Livonia paper copies; we can go up to 20 pages w/o changing the postage 28 Brub & Grins @ 5:30pm-11:00pm Joey’s Comedy Club Neil wants others to contribute to the newsletter; suggestions: sponsor spot-light for Mike Rey, a social director blurb for April, a MOCSEM February’s Birthday’s technical or mod article, merchandise pix for Tracey

10 th Charles Waggoner Bill suggests listing technical advisors for the different generations 14 th Ted Frith and also listing sponsors who give MOCSEM discounts together in 19th Tracey Rey the ACCELERATOR 21 st Ed Turbaro 24 th Michael Bibik Neil suggests community involvement to bring in youth involvement th 24 th Carol Orloff and increase club and Mustang visibility, especially for the 45 ; 25th Jodi Holmes e.g.: parades, be at city events, schools, etc. 28 th Alex Orloff We could contact schools to do a presentation for their auto shops We could display at High School Nationals at Milan so they can HAPPY BIRTHDA Y drag-race their cars We need a Saturday event at Baker’s or a dedicated spot on a Sunday to celebrate the 45th MOCSEM FYI Center SOCIAL DIRECTOR: sign in sheet data from January’s meeting: January 17 Skatin’ Station at Joy and Haggerty • 75 people February is Bowling and Grub and Giggles • 50 members-count couples as 1 Perhaps plan for movies and slot cars • 5 guests • 15 mca members TREASURER: MOCSEM Cars: As of the turnover date of 12-20-08, the outgoing treasurer’s Years Members balance is $22,624.58 Five checks to deposit, two checks written tonight 19641/2-1966 50 We approved Sam’s expense for his materials 1967-1968 31 1969-1970 21 $21 for 6 months P.O. Box renewal coming due 1971-1973 16 Sam to keep all old paperwork until we get an accountant’s advice 1974-1978 5 on what we can pitch 1979-1986 8 1987-1992 27 MEMBERSHIP: 1993-1999 26 Discussed allowing people to reclaim their old member numbers if 2000-2004 32 they were lost in the shuffle 2005-2009 79 Phil suggests a change in the By-Laws to allow this to occur This is some older data, just to give yous an idea of what cars we have. Bill working on a list of contact info from all sources (car show, 295 cars in the data base members); perhaps we can send a letter to those who dropped off OVAL REPAIR receives a big OOH RAH!!! active list or ask new people to join We have 317 members th Monday the 19 of January I took my car to Oval Repair for an oil change. We must update the membership app/renewal form Their policy is to inspect the undercarriage for any potential problems. I Bill needs more window clings; Neil or Bob Paul to order 150 went to Mimi’s across the street for breakfast. When I returned to pick up We should make the offer to the club if you need a new window my car I was informed that the vehicle had some excessive end play in the cling, give it to them lower right ball joint. What a surprise, Michigan roads. Phil and Bill suggest a line on app about joining MCA with their web My car is 2008 Mustang with 7100 miles on the speedo. I thanked the guys for the information and drove home. I called the dealer and made an site and also contact info for Mike Sove appointment, took the car in and sure enough the right lower ball joint end Mike Sove makes a motion that the club pays for MCA membership play was beyond specs. They checked the left side and a problem was for Board members if they want to join; the motion passed; found there also. So since the ball joints are not replaceable they had to remember, the club gets $10 for every brand-new MCA member

install new lower control arms for the left and right sides. I would like to thank the guys at Oval Repair for finding this problem and MCA REP: bringing it to my attention. They didn’t have to say anything because the car The new president of MCA, Steve, wants to get more involved with is a 08 and under warranty. This type of attention is what makes customer’s the regional clubs and wants more car pictures and articles from confident in the repair shop. So the next time your at Oval Repair and they the clubs for their magazine advise you of a problem, their not just trying to make work for themselves, their looking after their customer’s safety, well being and their ride. Thanks Oval repair for your attention to detail. Dr. Bob

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EDITOR: TRUSTEE: We need to lower the resolution of the pix on-line to 800x600 so they will Swap meet is March 21st at Village Ford; the date was incorrect in the load faster and be spaced better on the screen instead of getting just a MUSTANG TIMES small part of the picture March 14 is the last day for MOCSEM pre-registration to get $5 off a spot Ken is printing 100 copies a month of the newsletter; the extras will be We still need a few workers brought to the general meeting if someone wants them Ford Racing will bring a 2010 Mustang to the swap Ken to make changes to the application and print 1000 plain paper, 50 on Village Ford has three 2009 KR’s for sale and a few Shelby’s glossy MCA REP: VICE-PRESIDENT: The new board members at MCA want to get new MCA members; Mike Mike got feedback from a new member about how great it was to give has applications and $10 of your membership fee comes back to away so much money to charity at the December meeting MOCSEM for first-time MCA members Mike and Tracey are organizing the merchandise MCA wants pictures and stories of our cars; they want local club Mike suggests a small window cling to give away with the trophies that news/articles says MM winner and the year MEMBERSHIP: They are working on getting Paypal set up for show, merchandise, and event payments Please use the sign-up sheets on the tables to sign-in and update your Mike will get quotes on a club tent with our logo to increase exposure at info and e-mails events We have 317 active, 15 renewals tonight, and 2 new members

MERCHANDISE: SOCIAL DIRECTOR: Mark from Embroidery Shoppe wants to come to our meeting to show his The roller skating is this Saturday stuff There are two events in February to pre-pay: Comedy Club and Bowling Tracey looking into prices for club jacket; Mark is $50 for the jacket, $25 Let April know about good cruise-in spots so we can put them on the for the logo=$75; they are checking into other options calendar We voted for an ash t-shirt and a navy jacket at the September board MERCHANDISE: meeting Let Tracey know if you have ideas for new things Tracey is finishing up the inventory We will soon be able to do Paypal on-line Ken to generate new MM logo so we can have some merchandise at the swap in March VICE-PRESIDENT:

Please start early finding sponsors for Mustang Memories; see Neil, Bill, TRUSTEE: or Mike Rey for help Phil’s budget for the swap expenses is $801 including postage, fliers, Show fliers are in the works toner, advertising in the FREE PRESS and CRUZ NEWS Paypal probably will be available early spring to pay for events, The budget is approved membership, and merchandise

PRESIDENT: Swap meet is March 21 at Village Ford Our goal is to have a discussion at the February general meeting Please let Mike Rey know about any questions or concerns with about Rock Financial versus Greenmead Montana’s so we can address them Mike added bling to the bucket; check out Bob Paul’s 25th MOCSEM Anniversary video in the bucket January’s General Meet’g We have a Ford up to 2004 keyless entry system to give for free

Board members present: Phil Smith, Ken Janus, Neil & Kathy Holcomb, PRESIDENT: Bill Barnes, Sam Marra, April Zygmunt, Mike Sove, and Mike & Tracey Rey Welcome to our guests and new members! Welcome to our first meeting of 2009 and our first meeting at Montana’s! This week is press week for the North American Auto Show We have two guests tonight: Bob Harmer from Auction It Today on Ebay Neil & Kathy’s 1967 Mustang is on display with Michelin next to the 2010 in Canton and Mark from The Embroidery Shoppe. Mustang convertible; this is the Michelin design challenge display Board introduction downstairs

The Shelby Club swap is February 22 at Gorno Ford on Allen Road 50-50 DRAWING: $95 to Jim Ostezan, $63 to Kris Kalen, and the Bucket to Tony Tocco VICE-PRESIDENT: BOB HARMER: nd This past weekend was Grand Rapids’ AutoRama; April took 2 We ship anywhere in the world, items of $20 or greater value Place in her class with her yellow pony Must get a Paypal account to make sure purchases or sales are secure Listing fees vary according to value of the item; our cut is 45% BOB PAUL: You can put a reserve on your item for a $20 deposit MOCSEM’S $500 donation to the Yankee Air Museum is going to the We are located at Morton-Taylor and Joy in Canton. 10-6 weekdays, 10-3 Collection Acquisition Fund Saturdays We have some Mustang hats and t-shirts that were donated to 528 and Fliers are available; we are a new show sponsor and advertiser we are selling them for $5 each or a pair for $8; the money will be start-up funds for CRUZ’N 528 MARK—EMBROIDERY SHOPPE: We are located at Cherry Hill west of Hix Road in Westland SWAP AND SELL/OPEN FORUM: We do embroidery, screenprint, and promotions Tony Tocco is looking for a C6 trans for a 351 Cleveland You can purchase items from us or bring in your own We will probably drop Ashley’s and just incorporate Culver’s of Westland We have the MOCSEM logo on file. into the schedule this year Sue Bess says please MOCSEM try to support CRUZ’N 528 this year EDITOR: Wednesdays at the VFW; Newsletters are on-line this month 528 will have more movie nights this year and we can do them in the barn TREASURER: Phyllis Berk says they pulled up the ACCELERATOR on-line and it was Our balance is $21,910.95 beautiful, easy to access, and easy to print

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On a personal note, Kathy and I were fortunate enough to have the oldest Mustang at Cobo Hall by providing our 1967 GTA Fastback for the Michelin Design Challenge display in downstairs Neil’s Wheels portion of the auto show. The theme for the Michelin design competition in 2009 was “Design Icons”, and the Mustang was chosen as an example of timeless design. Our car was displayed So, are we sick of winter yet? It’s barely February and we already have next to a 2010 Mustang. The Mustangs were joined by a pair of received more than double the average snowfall total for Challengers (a 1970 T/A model and a 2009) and a pair of Southeastern Michigan. In a year where many of us will be making do Cadilacs (a 1953 model and a 2008 CTS Concept). Michelin with “less”, in this case we have received more than we bargained for. treated both the car and us very well. We did not know until the At least the arrival of another newsletter signals another month closer auto show that Michelin owns BF Goodrich, which many of us to spring. have as tires on our classic Ponies. We get the car delivered back to us tomorrow; hopefully there is some paint left after the It appears that the club is handling the changes that came in January numerous daily dustings by the staff on the floor of the Detroit quite well. The internet distribution of the newsletter appears to have Auto Show. proceeded smoothly based on feedback at the January general meeting. Members commented that the format was easy to read Feb 10th General Meeting Preview online and they thought the January issue had good content. We plan I will use part of my message each month to let you know some to continue taking advantage of our all color online format to include special things to expect at the next general meeting. Maybe more event photos for members to enjoy. Be sure to check out the you’ll want to come and check it out! auto show pictures in this issue.

MOCSEM also held our first general meeting at Montana’s in January. • Please plan to arrive early for dinner and try some of the Despite the room temperature (they promised to turn up the heat great specials at Montana’s. • We will discuss some of the final details for the Spring earlier next month) and being a little short on wait staff, Montana’s st banquet room provided an excellent layout for a club meeting and Swap & Shop on March 21 at Village Ford. most everyone I spoke to was happy with their food. We will continue • There will be a discussion of some of the early to work through these minor issues over the next couple months as preparation for this year’s Mustang Memories Car we settle into our new home. We had great meeting attendance in Show. January, and I hope we continue with the strong turnout. • There will be signup sheets available for the upcoming February club event. Make plans to get out of the If you attended the North American International Auto Show at Cobo house! Hall in January, you experienced one of the more subdued auto • We are working to schedule another guest speaker or shows I have seen in years. The focus was on products, with the two for the February meeting exception of the Ford Display which still included large video screens and interactive displays throughout the exhibits. GM and Neil Holcomb, MOCSEM President both had to display their frugal side after receiving federal loans right 734.459.4704 before the show. Gone were the fake waterfalls and artificial cliffs of mailto:[email protected] the typical display. The GM area showcased electric hybrid vehicles with only a small area dedicated to the new Camaro that finally debuts this year after being displayed at this show the past three years. We have all seen this design for so long it may look tired once you see one of these cars on the road. Some More Tin Mustangs from

Ford chose the Detroit show to debut the new Shelby GT500 based the Pony Toy Box… off the new 2010 Mustang which was revealed at the LA Auto Show. I was very impressed with the 2010 Mustang and GT500 after getting to see more of them up close. The 2010 Mustang succeeds at taking If you have a cool toy and a story to go with it, send a photo everything I like about the 2005 Mustang and adding the next few and a few lines to the editor so it can be included in a future details to help complete the package. The new interior finally newsletter. Here is one of the most detailed, colorful and addresses the weakest feature of the S197 by adding softer materials realistic tin toys made of the 1965-66 Mustang Fastbacks. and making subtle layout changes to the center stack and console area. The new interior finally helps the car look finished. The 2010 also 1965 Ford Mustang GT Fastback integrates the popular aftermarket feature of sequential tail lights as Approx. 1:16 Scale Pressed Steel Body standard equipment. Each level of Mustang now has 1” larger by Asahi Toy Company, Made in Japan standard and optional wheels and tires than the previous 2005-2009 models. Numerous special handling and performance packages are A sahi Toy Company (ATC) was another of Japan's post-war available from the factory. Even the famous Grabber Blue color has tin toy manufacturing companies based in Tokyo. Best known returned for the first time since 1971. This Mustang appears ready to by its Santa Claus logo, the company also did business under provide us with a number of feature cars in the coming years, and I the brand names AsahiToy and Toymaster. These Mustang can’t wait to see what aftermarket creations are just around the fastback tin cars are approximately 11 inches long. You can corner. We plan to have a Ford Racing 2010 Mustang on display at always identify an Asahi Mustang by the yellow-colored plastic the MOCSEM Spring Swap Meet at Village Ford on March 21st. headlights and the oversized metal wheel covers (from Hopefully we can get the Mustang team members to bring a 2010 to www.mustangtoys.com). one of our general meetings in the spring so we all can get a closer look.

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WHERE’S THE FIRE?

Keep an extinguisher in your car an in your garage – and know how to use it.

(This is a reprint of an article written by Jonathan A. Stein in the recent edition of Hagerty’s Magazine)

One drop of gasoline on a hot manifold or a single frayed wire is all it takes to start your old car on an unwelcome journey. With older cars, electrical or fuel problems aren’t uncommon, which is why many car shows require a fire extinguisher in each car. It’s best to go even further and have a fire extinguisher in your garage as well. The Asahi fastbacks were made in realistic colors of dark Fire extinguishers vary in rating, effectiveness, cost and cleanup. (Rangoon) Red, a dark Blue, and bright orange. There is also an Some contain water, others use CO2 or dry chemical, and still almost grape purple color that I found. I am not sure of any other others use “clean agents,” like Halotron, Halon, or DuPont FE-36. available colors. The company took some creative license by including a rear “bumblebee” stripe on the rear of the red and Class A extinguishers are intended for wood and paper fires, Class purple cars. These cars have high quality bright trim on the B for fires involving flammable liquids, such as gasoline and oil, windows, bumpers, grille, door handles and rocker panel trim. The Class C for electrical fires and Class D for fires involving flammable interior is equally detailed with steering wheel and colorful metals, such as magnesium. lithograph upholstery patterns and dash details. Even though the For use in your car, ABC-rated extinguishers are best. Fire wheel covers are oversized, they are an accurate pattern to extinguishers using water or dry chemicals can be very effective but represent the GT Rally wheels. The friction motor for the rear can also leave a mess, damage wiring and electronics, and require wheels also makes an aggressive “growl” when the car is pushed extensive cleanup. Halon 1211, Clean Guard (DuPont FE-36) or on any surface. Halotron fire extinguishers require little cleanup but are more

expensive to purchase and cost more to recharge. CO2 is also a These tin Mustangs are very interesting in the fact that they are the clean suppressant, but it takes a lot to put out a fire, so such units only known Mustang toys produced by this manufacturer. The three are best for the garage. Asahi cars I have in my collection have taken a few years to find and thus are fairly expensive. The price range for good examples is Units that stay at home can be bigger or permanently mounted. In from $75-$150. the garage, CO2 or dry chemical units can be very effective. Several companies, including Griot’s Garage (griotsgarage.com), offer automatic extinguishers that mount to the wall or ceiling. While these can be helpful, it’s best to consult with a fire equipment company to ensure the extinguisher is sufficient to protect the space in which it’s mounted, or to request that a system be designed specifically for your garage or building.

With the many types of extinguishers available, it’s best to look for a high-quality unit that has a gauge showing its level of charge. Clean-agent fire extinguishers are great each car, while dry chemical and CO2 work well for general fires and garage use. To find a good fire extinguisher, you can turn to automotive specialty companies, your local fire equipment supplier and a variety of online fire equipment companies.

As with many products, you get what you pay for. Be ready to pay a premium for the right fire extinguisher and be sure to read the directions before you need to use it.

RESOURCES:

Griots Garage Buckeye Fire Equipment 800-345-5789 704-739-7415 www.griotsgarage.com www.buckeyf.com

Halon Marketing Pem All Fire Extinguisher 800-343-9763 908-276-0211 www.Halonmarketing.com www.pemall.com

Sarsam LLC Professional Equipment 888-922-9531 800-334-9291 www.smokesign.com www.professionalequipment.com

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2010 Ford Shelby GT500 Packs “The muscle car segment is becoming even more competitive,” said Jamal Hameedi, chief nameplate More Powerful Punch engineer for SVT. “We need to uphold the Mustang badge

with honor, the Shelby badge with honor and most importantly the Ford badge with honor. The 2010 GT500 is the car that will do all of that.”

The combination of added horsepower, refinement and functionality makes the 2010 Shelby GT500 a unique high- performance car. The 2010 Shelby GT500 delivers more horsepower and more torque than the outgoing model, thanks in part to advancements pioneered on the GT500KR.

The 2010 Shelby GT500 is powered by a supercharged and intercooled 5.4-liter dual overhead cam V-8 engine expected to produce 540 horsepower and 510 foot-pounds of torque. The redline is 6,250 rpm. The car’s aluminum power dome hood not only adds to the Shelby’s appearance, it helps cool the engine through a hood extractor. The Shelby’s open-element air induction system DEARBORN – The new 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 delivers the most features a conical air filter instead of a flat-panel closed power and refinement ever for a Ford SVT-tuned performance Mustang system to reduce air restriction. This approach allows more – and a few surprises, too. air to be pumped through the engine, producing more “The 2010 Shelby GT500 demonstrates Ford’s continuing power and increasing the engine’s efficiency. commitment to high-performance vehicles,” said Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice president, Global Product Development. “In addition to the numerous performance and refinement improvements inside and out, the 2010 Shelby GT500 is an estimated 2 miles per gallon more fuel efficient on the highway.” “We’re proud of the many enhancements that were developed jointly by the Ford and Shelby Automobiles team last year that we’ve now incorporated into the new 2010 Shelby GT500,” said Carroll Shelby, founder of Shelby Automobiles. “Building on what we learned to create the Shelby GT500KR, this new car offers a great combination of power, handling and braking. It is truly a special car that is a great deal of fun to drive.” Ford’s Special Vehicle Team used the gains made on the 40th anniversary edition Shelby GT500KR “King of the Road” Mustangs as the performance starting point and built from there. The design team, with a nod to the original Shelby Cobras from the 1960s, takes those design cues even further with nuanced improvements in both the coupe A cold-air intake feeds the coolest air possible directly into and convertible, each of which boasts a more-refined interior. the air box, helping further increase horsepower. The intake “Working together on the KR, the Ford and Shelby teams developed necessitated moving the Cobra snake badge to the other side new systems to continually improve the iconic Mustang,” stated Amy of the grille to enable maximum airflow. Boylan, president of Shelby Automobiles. “Those lessons learned are The twin-disc clutch on the six-speed manual transmission incorporated into the 2010 Shelby GT500. This approach will help has been significantly upgraded, improving drivability and maintain Mustang’s leadership position at the front of the pack and NVH. The discs on the 2010 Shelby GT500 are larger – 250 make the ownership experience even more enjoyable.” mm in diameter compared with 215 mm in diameter on the outgoing model – and made of copper and fiberglass to make them more robust. A unique component of the twin-disc system is the control of the intermediate disc. Rather than floating, it instead has six straps that control the engagement of the clutch, improving drivability. The 2010 Shelby GT500 offers customers improved straight- line acceleration, plus fuel savings when cruising on the highway in the top gears. Gears 1-4 remain the same, but fifth gear changes from .80 to .74 while sixth gear goes from .63 to .50, meaning that the 2010 Shelby GT500 will turn lower engine RPMs in those gears and deliver improved fuel efficiency. The new final drive ratio, from 3.31 to 3.55, enables the improved acceleration in lower gears while complementing the revised fifth and sixth gear ratios.

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Numerous aerodynamic upgrades, including a redesigned splitter, were made to the front end of the 2010 Shelby GT500.

“We worked hard to get as much downforce with as little drag as possible,” Baldori said. “We worked to seal off the air that comes in the front so it can’t go underneath the car. We spent a lot time sealing components such as the radiator and intercoolor to get rid of all the leak paths.

“The result of this evolution of aerodynamics is we’ve increased downforce, reduced drag and improved the overall efficiency of the 2010 Shelby GT500.”

Directing the air so it’s used most efficiently was a painstaking process that ultimately will be rewarding to customers. The design of the front fascia and the car’s “flush” hood helps focus air flow. The top grille focuses air into the radiator, with a The Shelby’s distinct sounds will be apparent as always, though with rubber flap inside the engine compartment helping to seal the new refinements, thanks to the work of the Noise, Vibration and system. The lower grille helps cool the intercooler. SVT Harshness (NVH) team. A patented resonator placed between the air engineers also went as far to block off specific diamonds in filter and engine throttle body helps keep unwanted noise in check. the front of the 2010 Shelby GT500’s distinctive grille to help “You still hear the supercharger but not so that it’s intrusive,” said maintain the correct cooling and aerodynamic balance. Kerry Baldori, chief functional engineer for SVT. “It’s the same with the exhaust. You want people to know you’re driving something special, but you don’t want an exhaust note that overpowers the whole interior. “We spent a lot of time getting the right sound quality out of the exhaust so you get that nice, crisp Shelby sound outside and a pleasant sound inside the cabin. It’s a nice balance; one isn’t overpowering the other.” Driving dynamics also are improved, thanks to SVT’s signature chassis tuning as well as new 19-inch Goodyear F1 Supercar tires and forged aluminum wheels on the 2010 Shelby GT500 coupe and 18s on the convertible. Spring and dampers have been optimized for better roll control, giving customers more confidence when braking, accelerating or turning. The new chassis tuning takes its philosophy from the KR program, with a greater emphasis placed on primary body control. The team also stiffened the steering shaft. “All our changes were about making the car to respond as fast and as predictable as possible,” Hameedi said. “The 2010 Shelby GT500 The 2010 Shelby GT500 is the most-robust design and conveys an athletic, confident feel. The shifter, clutch pedal, brake-pedal most-distinctive model of the new 2010 Mustang lineup. “The efforts and overall steering efforts are easier now. We wanted to make design we chose was a ‘flush’ hood where the fascia defines sure we had a nice, crisp short-throw shifter that was easy to go from the entire front of the vehicle,” Hameedi said. “That’s very hard gear to gear.” to execute from an engineering standpoint, but it really sets The Goodyear F1 Supercar 19-inch tires have been upgraded, too. the Shelby off as very, very different from the base Mustang.” SVT members developed a “recipe” for the attributes and characteristics “This epitomizes the ultimate Mustang,” added George they wanted in the tire, which Goodyear’s team of engineers, designers Saridakis, Exterior Design manager of the Mustang and Shelby and manufacturers brought to life. The result is better grip, better GT500. “It’s all about power and expressing power.” handling and better NVH properties, leading to a better customer Saridakis said his team took a cue from the Shelby AC experience. Cobra 427 with respect to the front grilles, which are gaping The wheels themselves complement the high-performance nature of and appear ready to swallow the road. the 2010 Shelby GT500. The 19-inch wheels are forged aluminum Another obvious difference for the Shelby is the addition of wheels milled on both sides. The extra machining process creates racing stripes, which also will now be available on the “blade” spokes with very thin, yet strong, cross-sections. The spokes convertible. “Racing stripes made their mark on 1960s-era have a specific curve from the rim to the hub, not only for strength, but vehicles,” Hameedi notes. “That’s also to accentuate the offset and width of the tires. something we feel is a key part of the Shelby performance The 2010 Shelby GT500 features AdvanceTrac, Ford’s stability DNA – maybe more so than some of our competition.” control system with several options for performance. The default “on” Rounding out the Shelby’s exterior modifications are the mode accommodates every-day driving, and a Sport mode delivers for unique signature coiled Cobra badges on the front grille and those wanting to put the Shelby GT500 through its paces on the track. front fenders, a more aggressive front splitter and lower-drag The system also can be turned completely off, although the anti-lock rear spoiler, which added to improved aerodynamic features, brake system and other active safety systems remain in place. Standard round out the exterior modifications. “We wanted the spoiler safety equipment includes: dual stage front air bags, side-impact air raked back aggressively to minimize drag, but we also have bags and Ford’s Personal Safety System an integrated Gurney Flap that provides the downforce,” Saridakis said.

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“When customers drive this car, they’re not only going to be impressed by the performance and the Shelby heritage, but they’re going to see all these carefully designed details and know they’ve bought a well-crafted car,” Saridakis said. Even the classic white shift knob – an icon of DNA from years past – received special attention. First, it had to be the traditional white. It also had to be specific to the Shelby. The answer was to combine the racing-stripes theme with the traditional “H” pattern found on shifters to create a one-of-a-kind knob. Like the exterior, the racing stripes wrap from end to end, encircling the knob. The 2010 Shelby GT500 includes several Ford innovations and industry-exclusive standard features, including: • SYNC: The voice-activated hands-free in-car communication and entertainment system developed by Ford and

The base 2010 Mustang received a powerful new interior design. For Microsoft. The system fully integrates most the GT500, the interior design team members challenged themselves to Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones and digital media raise the bar even higher to create the ultimate Shelby Mustang interior. players, providing customers hands-free cell phone

Using genuine materials such as real leather in all seats, real and music selection capabilities – plus new 911 aluminum on the instrument panel and Alcantara inserts on the seats and Assist and Vehicle steering wheel gave the appearance a precisely crafted, jewel-like yet Health Report provided with no monthly fees. functional feel. “You’ll definitely know you’re in a Shelby,” said Douglas • 911 Assist: When a phone is properly paired, turned

Gaffka, Chief Designer, Shelby GT500. on and connected to SYNC, the system is ready to

The genuine aluminum finish panels have a unique-to-GT500 three- assist in placing a call directly to a local 911 dimensional dimpled texture pattern inspired by racing clutch plates, emergency operator in the event of an air bag- braided hoses and cross-drilled racing brake rotors. The pattern has been deploying accident. The key advantage of SYNC 911 painstakingly tuned to compensate for the compound curvature of the Assist is speed, as calls are placed directly to local instrument panels. In addition, the “GT500” logo has been discretely 911 operators. engraved into the aluminum in front of the passenger as a nod to classic • Vehicle Health Report (VHR): SYNC gathers relevant

Shelby Mustangs of the 1960s. information from the major vehicle control modules

This unique aluminum finish panel is fully encapsulated by an exquisite and packages diagnostic data into a usable format in soft seamless TPO (Thermoplastic Olefin) instrument panel with a shape a matter of minutes. That data packet is sent to Ford that resonates with Mustang’s powerful heritage. The center stack flows via an 800-number automatically dialed using the into the console and features a sub-flush shifter trim ring, flush cup holder customer’s paired and operable mobile phone. door and lockable console stowage featuring the word “SHELBY” • Ambient Lighting System with MyColor™ allows engraved in its Satin Liquid Chrome release button. drivers to customize the interior lighting of the vehicle

All 2010 Mustangs and Shelbys feature bright 360-degree rings to suit their mood. The enhanced MyColor system surrounding the gauge cluster, uninterrupted by the steering column. features seven base colors – ice blue, purple, blue,

These rings will come in chrome for the Mustang and a Satin Liquid orange, red, white and green. Customers also can

Chrome finish for the GT500. This finish is featured throughout the interior. create 125 custom colors by mixing the red-green-

An intricate cobra is etched into the center of the aluminum steering wheel blue palette. Available options: badge. The Shelby Cobra appears at startup on the navigation screen, • Voice-Activated Navigation with SIRIUS Travel Link™ and the familiar red “SVT” logo utilizes new ambient lighting to illuminate is an industry-leading technology that will provide the door scuffplate. users with a unique, information-rich in-car experience. The suite of data services includes up-to the-minute real-time traffic data with accident and incident information for 78 markets, coast-to-coast weather data including current conditions and five- day forecasts and fuel price information for more than 120,000 gas stations. SIRIUS Travel Link also offers sports scores and schedules and a listing of more than 4,500 movie theaters with movie times, theater addresses, movie synopses and more.

This combination of outstanding performance coupled with a fresh, exciting, well-crafted interior intensely focused on improving the entire experience will make the 2010 Shelby GT500 even more sought after, and a fitting addition to a long and proud history. The 2010 Shelby GT500 will be in dealer showrooms in spring. The cars will be built at the Auto Alliance International Plant in Flat Rock, Mich.

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MOCSEM CLASSIFIEDS MOCSEM CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE FOR SALE For Sale – 1996 Mustang SVT Cobra, 4.6L DOHC, Alum. Blk, 375 HP, 36K For Sale – 2000 Mustang GT Convertible, I am the 2nd ADULT owner (NO kids miles, Mint, stored all winters, Black coupe, 3.73 rear, BBK H-Pipe 2 ½” ever drove this car) 26K Original Miles, SMOKE FREE CAR, 4.6 Liter Engine, stainless exhaust, Jet Hi-Perf computer chip, BBK cold air induction, Ford Automatic w/ Over Drive, A/C, Dual Air Bags, Mach 460 Audio, AM/FM Hi-Perf Twin 65mm throttle body, custom ground intake, 2” lowering kit, Cassette/CD Stereo, Int. Wipers, Center Console, Anti-Theft System, Tach, B&M “Ripper” shift kit, black tint windows, black leather interior, full doc & Cruise Control, Pwr Windows, Pwr.Steering, Pwr. Driver’s Seat, Pwr. Door Ford SVT Certicate. Locks, Pwr. Mirrors, 4 Wheel ABS Brakes, 4 Wheel Disc Brakes, Tinted Glass, Please Call: Gordon Wortz 248.563.7537 Rear Window Defroster, Tilt Wheel, Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, All- Speed Traction Control, Hood Scoop, Rear Deck Spoiler, Fog Lamps, Bucket For Sale – "Junior AMF" 1965-66 yellow Mustang pedal car; Rare; All Seats, Remote Entry System, Remote Trunk Release, OEM Mud Flaps, original; Mint condition; you can check pictures out on craigs list at Pinstripes, Lower Stripes, Vinyl Inserted in the word “MUSTANG” on the Back http://columbus.craigslist.org/clt/679772695.html , Bumper, Transmission Cooler, 16” Alloy Wheels, OEM Floor Mats ** 1 year old Call 740-927-0133 serious inquiries only please. CONVERTIBLE TOP** Call 717.757.5875 For Sale 1969 Mach I: Champagne Gold, 351W 4bbl, Auto. Per Marti – Report, originally built as 1 of 3 w/same paint code/options. Show For Sale – 1979 Pace Car 4 cylinder Turbo, 4 speed $1,600.00 winner. Asking $45k (invested over $20k). Serious inquiries only contact Please Contact Tom Halstead @ 313.461.9058. Mike (313) 220-0419.

For Sale – 1990 Ford Mustang LX Convertible, 5.0L w/AOD. Rust free, WANTED California car. 2007 Hot Rod Power Tour Long Haul Veteran. Would drive anywhere. 128,000 miles. Lots of new parts. Call for details. $5500 OBO. Toshi 734-697-1965

Wanted – 1967 Mustang Convertible “stock” For Sale – Ertl 1:18 scale, 1970 Boss 302 (Yellow), In box, signed by Larry Joe at Bakery 734.522.3670 Shinoda $125 OBO Wanted - 65-66 Coupe, Black, Dk. Blue or Maroon ext, the Int. color is 4 - 14 inch, 5 lug, black original FoMoCo steel wheels, excellent condition opt, and a V8. Not show quality, but pretty good condition. $60 Fred Flynn: 734.427.2055, or e-mail: 4 - 1966 Standard Mustang wheel covers $30 [email protected] My contact information is Dave (734)261-0690 or [email protected] Wanted – Parts for a 2.3L automatic 1993 Ford mustang LX convertible Red For Sale – A Set of (4) Steeda Ultra Lite Wheels, NEW, Fits 05 to 08 exterior, Black top, and Mustangs, Satin, 18”x9.5”, 45mm offset, $800.00 OBO Black cloth interior. I'm looking for the following; 05 to 08 Mustang GT Front Facia with Steeda ABS Front Splitter, Black, Right front seat belt assembly. $400.00 OBO. Driver side interior door panel (map pocket, speaker grill, power window and E-mail John Long at [email protected] Door lock). Center console arm rest pad assembly. For Sale – 1991 Mustang GT, good condition, interior like new, moon roof , Rear interior panel and speaker assemblies. 5.0L, ported heads, cobra intake, K & N cold air induction, 24lb. Injectors, Rear deck brake light assembly. flowmaster H-pipe, T5 trans, 3.73 gear, Weld rims $5,000.00 obo S.Q. Trim Front head lamp assemblies. Vortex supercharger, brand new. Black cloth interior. Brian 734.645.4947 Please Call Mike: 313.377.1069

For Sale - Four Mustang 15” wheels (10 hole) plus center caps – complete. Anyone wishing to post any ads please call or e-mail Very good condition. Mounted with Goodyear HP M&S – P225/60x15. the editor with the information you would like posted $350.00 and I’ll have it posted in the next issue, thanks for your Dave Scheel 989.345.5851 or 989.245.2364 or participation. E-mail: [email protected]

For Sale – 1966 Mustang Coupe. Candyapple Red, w/Red int. 6 cyl, Man. trans, Once again thank s for all your help! P/S. Arizona car. NEVER driven in salt. Total restoration in 2002. You name it, and it’s (probably) new. Have all receipts. $12,000. Fred Flynn: 734.427.2055, or e-mail: [email protected] MOCSEM MAJOR SPONSORS For Sale - 1965-1966 Mustang Lower Back Panel (valence under the rear bumper), with holes for back-up lights. Ford OEM stock, bought new from and ADVERTISERS NPD about 20 years ago and stored in garage since then. $50.00. Art Single: 734.355.8976

For Sale - 1972 Ford Mustang Mach I. Beautiful fastback. Bright tomato red w/black accents, 351/266hp V-8, factory air, automatic transmission, power steering, ram air induction. Clear title w/current California registration. Located in Cameron Park, CA. Asking $36,000, resonable offers will be considered. Pleas Call 916.729.4401

For Sale – Set of four take-offs-Mustang GT 18 inch polished wheels with BF Goodrich G-Force-TA 235-50-ZR-18 tires with 1800 miles. - $800.00. Please Contact John Schultz @ 810.229.8616 or you can e-mail him @ [email protected]

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MUSTANG & FORD SWAP MEET at VILLAGE FORD Saturday, March 21, 2009 8:30am – 2:30pm Hourly Drawings Swap meet will be held indoors at Village Ford. Vendor spaces are approx. (15’x15’) and are $25.00 each. Vendors must supply their own tables. Vendors must enter via Kean St. Service Bay Doors. Vendor Set-Up starts at 6:30 a.m. Vendor Preregistration is encouraged; and must be received by March 14, 2009.

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VViillllaaggee FFoorrdd 23535 Michigan Ave . Dearborn (800)-331-4909 Unprecedented! 3 Cobra KR’s In Stock!

2009 Cobra KR

We will sell one of the three Cobra KR vehicles at list price only! We need to reduce our floor plan and move one of these vehicles now! “First come, first serve”

‰ Stock #91883 Black w/Black Stripe $82,555

‰ Stock #91884 Blue w/White Stripe $80,560

‰ Stock #91948 Black w/Black Stripe $81,000

We need to move out our Mustangs now! These cars have been drawing up to $30,000 over list price in many parts of the country. Your opportunity has never been better then right now to buy one Right!

If a MOCSEM member buys a vehicle, or brings in a referral on one of these Mustangs, taking delivery in January, we will pay them a $200 finders fee!

Village Ford is the Mustang Headquarters of Michigan!

“Fully Loaded Demo Special” 2008 Mustang GT- Premium Convertible Only 8,124 Miles Stock #80454

Was $38,330 Features Include: ‰ Shaker 500 Audio System ‰ Heated Leather Seating ‰ Auto Remote Start with Alarm ‰ 5 Speed Manual Transmission ‰ Sirius Satellite Radio (with 6 Months of Free Service) and Much, much more!

Our Parts Department is a full-line Motorsport supplier!