This is the '69-'70 Mustang...
This is the '69-'70 Mustang fiberglass front-end ensemble, which is sold separately and not in kit form. Quality is outstanding with exceptional fit. We're going to show you how well it fits and hangs.
Although we've seen some hard times lately, the Mustang hobby is still enjoying a wealth of new products from the special interest Ford aftermarket. Stang-A-Holics has roared onto the scene with outstanding restomods and a host of new products for classic and late-model Mustangs alike.
Ron and Ryan Peter invited us to their Stang-A-Holics shop near Porterville, California, to check out a new line of fiberglass that will change your perception about fiberglass Mustang body panels. Fiberglass is traditionally troublesome and challenging to work with. Not this new fiberglass, as manufactured for Stang-O-Holics by Jim Reeves at Jim's Classics & Hot Rods. Jim brought his Shelby-look '69-'70 Mustang fiberglass to Ron and Ryan's shop for our inspection and installed it on a '69 Mustang Mach 1. We were amazed at how easy it was to install and adjust. It required very little massaging and tweaking to achieve a perfect fit.
The hood structure is exceptional...
The hood structure is exceptional with a latch incorporated into the architecture, which makes it as durable as a steel hood.
Jim's Classics & Hot Rod's fiberglass is a cut above due to how they make it. "We use only ISO fiberglass resins," Jim Reeves tells us, "not the cheaper resins a lot of manufacturers use." Jim adds that ISO polyester resin has a much greater resistance to heat, which means it won't shrink or warp over time. It has much higher shear strength than cheaper fiberglass. And this really is about cost because you get what you pay for when it comes to fiberglass body panels. Durability is unmatched.
Stang-A-Holics offers these fiberglass body dress-up parts for '69-'70 Mustangs along with fiberglass for '65-'68 and '05-'09 Mustangs as well. Give Ryan or Peter a call or contact them via the Stang-A-Holics website. Check out the selection of Mustang fiberglass body kits, including Eleanor for classics.
Long '69-70 front fenders...
Long '69-70 front fenders are void of waves and irregularities thanks to ISO polyester resin. Attachment points are the same as stock steel fenders.
Structural soundness and integrity...
Structural soundness and integrity of fit show when it's time to hang the Stang-A-Holics fiberglass. This is the easiest fiberglass we've ever worked with because all of the factory attachment points are there and won't pull out. Fender match and gapping is perfect.
Hood installation and fit...
Hood installation and fit is super-simple thanks to exceptional engineering and lightweight construction.
Jim installs the front stone...
Jim installs the front stone guard, which is also fiberglass. Again, perfect fit with minimal massage and adjustment.
Everything necessary for a...
Everything necessary for a solid installation is there, including headlight adjustment screws and fasteners.
Also available from Stang-A-Holics...
Also available from Stang-A-Holics is a '69-'70 Shelby-look decklid and quarter extensions. The decklid has provisions for a rear deck spoiler. These pieces shave off unnecessary weight and look terrific.
Check out the decklid with...
Check out the decklid with solid structural integrity along with provisions for factory hardware and the decklid spoiler.
The tail panel is easy to...
The tail panel is easy to install with little more than sheetmetal screws.
Quarter-panel end caps are...
Quarter-panel end caps are studded, just like factory die-cast, and are easy to install. We were impressed with fit between the end cap and quarter-panel; it's actually better than factory die-cast pieces.
The end caps have studs, which...
The end caps have studs, which call for dumb-dumb (petroleum-based body sealer known as 3M Rope Caulk) to keep moisture and dust out. Snugly tighten, but not too tight. Overtighten and you could pull the studs out.
The decklid installs just...
The decklid installs just like the factory steel lid, sliding onto hinges as shown.
Adjustment is straightforward...
Adjustment is straightforward with two guys doing the work. Note the provision for rear deck spoiler.
The Stang-A-Holics fiberglass...
The Stang-A-Holics fiberglass by Jim's Classics & Hot Rods looks sharp. As with any fiberglass installation, some massaging and adjustment is required. On average, less of it is required here.
Here's the end result-ready...
Here's the end result-ready for paint-with outstanding fit and quality without having to spend a lot of time getting fiberglass ready for installation.
Quarter-panel side scoops...
Quarter-panel side scoops round out the body kit installation. The nice thing about these side scoops is the stud and screw fasteners. Once installed, they aren't going anywhere.
Jim Reeves installs our quarter-panel...
Jim Reeves installs our quarter-panel side scoop, which involves removing the quarter trim panels inside to access the stud fasteners. Again, use 3M Rope Caulk to seal out dust and moisture.