I did the same thing, but installed the pans back 2 inches, enough room to make a second set of holes on the underside for the seat nuts. I could hang welded in the pieces from the new holes into the old holes, but got lazy and just ordered new plugs. WAY more leg room!
A rare video of Andy welding followed shortly by a typical jump cut off Andy's welding. Great video. Never knew this was an option. My roof goes down so I don't have this problem 🤪
Some advice for the future, when you’re welding sheet metal, it’s good to place sheet metal screws where you’re gonna be welding to pull the metal tight to one another then you just pull the screws out one at a time and weld in it’s place, makes for a tighter weld plus it also helps hold the sheet metal in place until you get it tacked in , but overall great work Andy, you’ve come a long way with that car.
I did this a few years ago. The difference is that I used my original seat panels, cut the edges and welded them back upside down. I gained 2 inches of roof clearance. Then I bolted ProCar seats. Recently I bought the awesome Mustangs To Fear Headliner and gained another 2 inches, so I have 4 inches of extra space. I also have a 14 inches steering wheel. I’m 6’ 2” and a tad heavier than you. My 65 now feels like I’m inside a Cadillac, lol. Another great video from you!
@@AndyKruseChannel Make sure to use both deadner and foam on the roof before you install the MTF headliner…you probably know that already. Measure carefully for the holes of the sun visors brackets and rear view mirror. I also installed a regular CJ Pony dome light, not the super expensive MTF console roof light. Order their matching sun visors too and their windlace kit. Can’t wait to see that video in the future.
I’m pretty sure we’d be good friends if we didn’t live on opposite sides of the country. Think I’ve mentioned before that our cars are amazingly similar with many of the mods. I took my stock pan out and cut about 1 1/8 out of it on the driver side. I’m 6’3’’ and can now wear a helmet without being in the headrest. Lots of work but worth it to be more comfortable in your car. Great vid. Keep ‘em coming. Thanks for sharing
Like you said it's hard to tell from the video angles but looking at where everything lines up I think that 67-68 Cougar seat risers are shorter. Looks great, and a huge improvement over the previous hack job.
Those probably were the original seat pans. They cut them out to install the floor pan patch panel then welded them back in, well, kinda welded. Also it seemed like you are missing the metal pieces that go between the seat runner and carpet so the seat doesn't snag the carpet. FYI
For me it’s the 15 1/2 (or 16 inch?) stock steering wheel that was a little tight on the 71-73 models. I don’t know what the stock sizes are on the older ones, but it seems like you have a 1/2 inch of leg room before your knees touch it. I guess it might be why they sell 13 1/2 and 14” aftermarket steering wheels. Never had a problem with the headliner other than it falling down and crumbling in your hands lol
I haven't made up my mind yet on what seats to go with, so lowering the seat platforms provides some extra clearance just in case. No, I have not done the torque boxes yet.
Tall enough to appreciate the lowered seat pans. However, just using the Seat Rail Extensions that I designed and sell will often do the trick since the seat pans are sloped, the farther you go back, the lower the seat (or more head room). :)
Nice work! You did a great job improving on what the previous owner left behind. Also great info to hear that 1969 platforms fit in earlier cars!
My welding ability is marginal at best, so hopefully it is improving on what was done before. :)
I did the same thing, but installed the pans back 2 inches, enough room to make a second set of holes on the underside for the seat nuts. I could hang welded in the pieces from the new holes into the old holes, but got lazy and just ordered new plugs. WAY more leg room!
Hmm, never thought about doing that. :)
I went the lazy way and installed a complete interior with a power drivers seat from a 2000 mustang . Thanks for showing the process!
Not the lazy way, an alternate route. :)
@@AndyKruseChannel true, I'm 6'4" my wife is 5'4" and she has let me know she would like to drive once in awhile!
A rare video of Andy welding followed shortly by a typical jump cut off Andy's welding. Great video. Never knew this was an option. My roof goes down so I don't have this problem 🤪
It protects my fragile ego when the viewers are limited on the welding instruction they can provide. :)
Some advice for the future, when you’re welding sheet metal, it’s good to place sheet metal screws where you’re gonna be welding to pull the metal tight to one another then you just pull the screws out one at a time and weld in it’s place, makes for a tighter weld plus it also helps hold the sheet metal in place until you get it tacked in , but overall great work Andy, you’ve come a long way with that car.
Thanks for the heads up. :)
@@AndyKruseChannel no problem.
Sweet this makes it easy for me to see when I try and lower my seats and install some 05-07 mustang manual seats
Great!
I did this a few years ago. The difference is that I used my original seat panels, cut the edges and welded them back upside down. I gained 2 inches of roof clearance. Then I bolted ProCar seats. Recently I bought the awesome Mustangs To Fear Headliner and gained another 2 inches, so I have 4 inches of extra space. I also have a 14 inches steering wheel. I’m 6’ 2” and a tad heavier than you. My 65 now feels like I’m inside a Cadillac, lol. Another great video from you!
That MTF headliner is on my list too, it will be nice to have. :)
@@AndyKruseChannel You will love it!
@@AndyKruseChannel Make sure to use both deadner and foam on the roof before you install the MTF headliner…you probably know that already. Measure carefully for the holes of the sun visors brackets and rear view mirror. I also installed a regular CJ Pony dome light, not the super expensive MTF console roof light. Order their matching sun visors too and their windlace kit. Can’t wait to see that video in the future.
Good job 👍
Thanks!
That's why they call the button on top a "smartie". But a bump , that smarts.
Nah, it's a nick-name. :)
Nice job 👍
Thanks 👍
At 6'1 I really need this lol . Appreciate the video.
Awesome!
I’m pretty sure we’d be good friends if we didn’t live on opposite sides of the country. Think I’ve mentioned before that our cars are amazingly similar with many of the mods. I took my stock pan out and cut about 1 1/8 out of it on the driver side. I’m 6’3’’ and can now wear a helmet without being in the headrest. Lots of work but worth it to be more comfortable in your car. Great vid. Keep ‘em coming. Thanks for sharing
Awesome, thanks for the feedback! :)
Like you said it's hard to tell from the video angles but looking at where everything lines up I think that 67-68 Cougar seat risers are shorter. Looks great, and a huge improvement over the previous hack job.
Yes, it's a much needed improvement. :)
Yes. Andy's install was much cleaner. This is something you don't know that you should appreciate.
For melting the carpet bolt holes you can also heat up a punch with a torch and press it in for a few seconds. Does the same job!
Oooh, I like that idea. :)
Your welds looked WAY better than the last guy.
It's because of my lighting and fancy editing. :)
Those probably were the original seat pans. They cut them out to install the floor pan patch panel then welded them back in, well, kinda welded. Also it seemed like you are missing the metal pieces that go between the seat runner and carpet so the seat doesn't snag the carpet. FYI
Haha, I probably missing more than that on this car. :)
For me it’s the 15 1/2 (or 16 inch?) stock steering wheel that was a little tight on the 71-73 models. I don’t know what the stock sizes are on the older ones, but it seems like you have a 1/2 inch of leg room before your knees touch it. I guess it might be why they sell 13 1/2 and 14” aftermarket steering wheels. Never had a problem with the headliner other than it falling down and crumbling in your hands lol
With manual steering, the larger diameter steering wheel is almost a requirement. :)
You could drop another 2 inches with a racing seat like the all aluminum ones. 👍
Also did you install front torque boxes?
I haven't made up my mind yet on what seats to go with, so lowering the seat platforms provides some extra clearance just in case.
No, I have not done the torque boxes yet.
Another great tutorial video, appreciate your patience and information. How tall are you??
Thanks! Tall enough to benefit from the lowered seat risers. :)
@AndyKruseChannel I have the absolute opposite problem!! I'm 5'5" & always want the seat to set higher 😁
Hi Andy apologies if this was covered already but how tall are you? planning on doing the same on my 68 fastback
Tall enough to appreciate the lowered seat pans. However, just using the Seat Rail Extensions that I designed and sell will often do the trick since the seat pans are sloped, the farther you go back, the lower the seat (or more head room). :)
@@AndyKruseChannel reason i'm asking is because i'm 6" tall. In the fastback it's the opposite the more you slide back the less headroom you get
Part # please
I always put the part numbers in the description below the video. :)