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Garth (display name garth66) and Leslie Rodericks are posed with their 1972 Pantera, chassis 4033. The picture was taken at the Ironstone Conours in Murphys, California where their Pantera was awarded "Best in Class". Their Pantera was featured in the movie "Banzai Runner" (1987).

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Deauville #2108 - for sale - Armored

Here is a link for something special. Currently for sale in Italy through a Dutch auction site. https://veiling.catawiki.nl/ka...uville-blindato-1986 A short translation: "The car war made for the CEO of a company that made most of the trains supplied to the Italian rail roads. He ratted out on an Italian magistrate and as a result, he started to feel like he could become a target for a certain Italian organisation". Besides the armoring its also equipped with a fire-surpressing system and a...Read More...
Last Reply By dutchie2 · First Unread Post
...Still working on that dash, waiting for parts...Bummer! You'll get there! Those that know the 'Old Altamont Road', know where this trestle is. Between Livermore and Tracy. She ran strong...Very Strong!! Kissing 500HP at 188F (180F Thermostat) Freeway Cruzing. The Oil cooler fan is on, and brought the Oil temp down from 255F+ to 233F. Purrs Beautifully. The Transaxle Oil, at 147F. A couple of Guys, hanging out of their windows, giving me the 'thumbs up'! During Slowed traffic on the...Read More...
Last Reply By marlinjack · First Unread Post

Driving 5177

jfb05177
I would like to take some detail pics and try doing vids, BUT the temptation to just DRIVE overcomes. 5177 is now stored in a different building rather than the shed it stayed in 20+ years. I added a centering line and delineators to help keep me straight. open the rollup and fire it up, walk the exit to ensure it is clear back off the concrete pad and into the yard. did show, but I have to angle due to transition and spoiler draggging. down the long dusty path to the paved road. head into...Read More...
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Installing Dash

haydude
I've been going down this rabbit hole since last year and now am trying to get out. It started out by installing LED lights in the dash but I couldn't get my little girly hands in there. So, I took the dash out and that let to "While I'm in there maybe I should do more". But life got in the way and now I am just wanting to get things back together for our fall cruise. I volunteered my wife to help out installing the dash. that didn't work because we couldn't get our hands in the back to...Read More...
Last Reply By haydude · First Unread Post
This is regarding the Pantera project that I received in February. The car came without the factory mount for the swirl tank. They removed the factory tank mount and I think they were planning on "deleting" the swirl tank and instead use the aftermarket filler neck that sort of levitates. The factory mount for the overflow tank is alive and well. In any case, I would like to go back to the factory setup or similar if possible. Ideas anyone?Read More...
Last Reply By stevebuchanan · First Unread Post

Mangusta Steering wheel boss close up

Evening everyone, does anyone have any close up photos of the top of the steering column with wheel removed but steering column cowl installed? My car (ex race car) had a removable steering wheel and now that I have finally sourced a Ferraro wheel I want to make sure its back to standard. I have the upper column cowl where turn signal / indicator sits plus the almost octagonal boss that goes directly behind the Steering wheel. It's the area between the two red arrows I'm looking to see and...Read More...
Last Reply By panteradoug · First Unread Post
Mark your calendars now for 26 - 29 September 2024 (I am including travel days) for our 3rd Annual event at Inde Motorsports Ranch! Last year we had a great turnout from POCA Members all over the USA. It was an awesome event, and this one will be even bigger and better! Track day on the best track in Arizona Hospitality events including a dinner (hosted by the track) Wine Tasting Drive to historic Tombstone, AZ Super Awesome Fun Plan to bring out your car for a full day of "on-track" time.Read More...
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Rocky's Big Batch of Pantera Parts FS....

rocky
Got a bunch of stuff for sale - cleaning out the garage... Buyer pays shipping. I try and use USPS Flat Rate when possible, this should give you an idea of SOME of the shipping costs. Not too excited about trying to ship overseas. Take a look at the list. If you think my price is too high, make me an offer with some rationale ("Hey, I can buy that blah blah from Hall for $xxx...") and we can talk. Thanks for looking. The link to the pictures no longer works (this is an old post), so let me...Read More...
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Master Cylinder Leak

shashi27
I was checking my fluids yesterday, and realized my clutch master has no fluid. It is a PIM unit probably bought around 5 years ago. when I added more fluid and pressurized the system the cylinder was leaking from where the reservoir attaches to the cylinder is a copper crush washer. Is this generally a serviceable part of the unit? In the grand scheme of things a new one is another $100 but $1 for a washer vs $100 is still a nice save. Thanks, ShashiRead More...
Last Reply By stevebuchanan · First Unread Post

Oil Pressure

Oil pressure problem on a 351 Cleveland engine. Oil pressure was running 25 lbs at idle to 70 lbs running. Now it's running 10 lbs at idle to 50 pounds running. Oil level is okay. I replaced the oil pressure sending unit and now the reading is 120 lbs (pegged)???. I replaced the sending unit with a manual gauge on the engine block and verified 10 lbs at idle, 50 lbs at running. I suspect the oil pump failure but, before replacing the pump I'm asking if there is anything else I should check.Read More...
Last Reply By rocky · First Unread Post

Parking brake

Would anyone be able to share pictures of how the parking brake handle is mounted under the dash and the cable routed in front? My car is missing the complete parked my brake system (other than the bracket welded to the frame in back). It can with a handle that looks correct, though I suspect the mounting points are different. Plus I’m not seeing where the cable would be routed. Thanks DonRead More...
Last Reply By simon · First Unread Post

EURO Auto Festival 2024 - Greenville, SC

bah
Show date just announced - Saturday, October 19, 2024. This years featured marque is "The Original Hybrids". Event poster features a Pantera (see attached). It's a 3-hour drive for me. Last year instructed GPS to avoid interstates and had some great 2-lane roads. There were 3 Panteras (all red) in attendance last year. Whos going? We've never been a featured marque before. Would be awesome to have a great turnout.Read More...
Last Reply By Thomaso · First Unread Post
I removed air filter and discovered there was no filter for the valve cover breather. Shop installed a elbow and a "L" hose to filler cap. a napa pcv filter won't work with the "L" hose. and when installed in cleaner not a very secure hose connection. any one have the napa # for factory and what ever i need to keep the almost original look.Read More...
Last Reply By jfb05177 · First Unread Post

Electromotive XDi-2

brickdrifter
New, never installed kit for 8cyl engines. Sadly, the trigger wheel is missing! Includes trigger sensor and MAP sensor. I will also include USB stick with the software, user guide and manual. Located in Belgium. Shipping cost for buyer, will ship internationally. Looking for €600.Read More...

good flowing air cleaner

Hi everyone, first: yes, I found a view threads regarding air cleaner but nothing which helped me in my decision, Backstory: My pantera has a cleveland in it with the Blue Thunder Intake and 750 Holley on top. With a 1/4 spacer between intake and carb and a 1 inch dropped air cleaner (standard 14 inch diameter) the hood is very close and has contact when the engine moves while driving. Engine mounts are 3 years old and should be good. So i changed it to a 1 1/4 inch dropped base plate and it...Read More...
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