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Removing Dash Switches and Controls

Gil’s Garage Gil BaumgartnerCTCI Authenticity Chairman Removal of dash switches, etc is a fairly simple task that can be accomplished without special tools or you can purchase a bezel removal tool from most Thunderbird parts dealers. Two types of bezel removal...

Removal of 1957 Speedometer

Gil’s GarageGil BaumgartnerCTCI Authenticity ChairmanThe 1957 Thunderbird speedometer removal is not as difficult as it may appear. It is secured to the back side of the instrument panel with four screws marked with tape in the attached picture. If the seat is...

Rebuilding your 312/292 Y Block Engine

Gil’s Garage Gil BaumgartnerCTCI Authenticity Chairman CTCI recommends that T’Bird owners not attempt to rebuild their engines without qualified help. Qualified engine rebuilders are scattered throughout the country. Knowledgeable Ford Y block rebuilders are...

Rear Brake Wheel Cylinders

Gil’s Garage Gil BaumgartnerCTCI Authenticity Chairman This information applies to drum brake cars only. I have detected a potential problem when purchasing rear wheel cylinders for 1957 Thunderbirds. Some cylinders are being boxed wrong. The 1956 and 1957 rear...