Everything we did yesterday went according to plan, the rear end was removed nothing was seized or rusted it just rolled out the back. We then cut off the front end,again with no problems or surprises.
Then we tackled removal of the fire wall, driveshaft tunnel and the rear seat. This resulted in only one tense moment when the weight of the car shifted and slid off the rear jack stands lucky no injuries or damage.
So now comes the hard part, placing the Cougar on the Mustang.
I thought once everything was cut and removed four able bodies myself included could just lift the shell. No way! This car is all steel and very heavy. Plan B? Well I never thought I have a problem lifting it so back to the drawing board. After cleaning up the mess in the garage Gord had the idea, all we need is an engine hoist placed over the rear of the car along with a strap it should lift with no problem. Then all we need are two able bodies to balance the front end and we are off to the races. So we now have plan B! One other shout out to Dan my son in law who stuck his head in the garage yesterday at the right time and ended up with some grunt work for over an hour, nice to be young and full of energy. He is also that ever popular guy with the truck, guess who is picking up the engine hoist today. Thanks Dan.
