1969 Mustang Mach 1 Front Spoiler Install

Lets install our 1969 Mustang Mach 1 front spoiler. I don't know if this car originally had one, but I am installing this air dam! The front valence isn't original to the car, as the original one had damage on it and it was easier to restore and use this one. It was a used Ford part that I had in my attic.
The front spoiler was a Ford option, or maybe a dealer option, that got installed at the Ford dealer and not at the factory. The one I am installing is a reproduction from National Parts Depot.
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[@bigmike2149]

Looking great! Putting on those last few final touches really makes this car stand out. 👍🏻🔥🔥🔥

[@SmackeysGarage]

Thanks man! Hope your car is coming along well too

[@bigmike2149]

@@SmackeysGarage it’s getting there! Toploader is all done and ready. Starting on the 9 inch next. Just got a Detroit Locker 31 spline and Motive Gear 3.50s… waiting on bearings now.

[@SmackeysGarage]

Nice setup for the rear! I’m planning mine out now.

[@bigmike2149]

@@SmackeysGarage I don’t know which brand to go with for the 31 spline axles so I’m just taking in whatever recommendations people have. I do want to upgrade the 9” from the standard carrier to the Daytona style as well…. Thank God my wife’s been really cool about this build.. LOL

[@67Stang]

Good info. I think those look great on the 69 and 70 stangs

[@SmackeysGarage]

Thanks! Totally agree. It makes it look more aggressive.

[@bardstables8909]

Looks good my friend. Definitely makes it look as aggressive as it sounds.

[@SmackeysGarage]

Thank you! I'm really happy with the way it looks now.

[@sammymarks9840]

My son just bought a 69 Mach 1 yesterday it is a f code factory 3-speed same exact color as your mustang. He showed me The fold down seat, pretty cool option.

[@SmackeysGarage]

Nice! He must have been excited to bring that car home. The fold down seat is awesome to have. I never have people back there so having it down lets me put speakers there.

[@mattcornett7180]

If the engine code is “F” then it can’t be a Mach 1. F is for a 302. 351 was the smallest engine available in a Mach 1 for 69. Another way to confirm is the door tag will list the body style. Mach 1’s have the unique body style of 63C. They’re all great cars to own. But the machs carry a higher value than a stock fastback… so you don’t want to pay Mach 1 prices for a non-Mach… hopefully the seller didn’t try to scam him or try to misrepresent…

[@sammymarks9840]

So it's probably not a real Mach One just a regular fastback? Wow thanks for the info

[@sammymarks9840]

Correct the engine that's in it right now is a f code which is a 302 but the vehicle is actually a real Mach 1

[@mattcornett7180]

Nice! My 69 Mach didn’t have the original engine either. But it has made me free to modify the car as I see fit… since it will never be a numbers matching original.

[@Streetfox5.0]

Beautiful Car and nice installation! 👍👍

[@SmackeysGarage]

Thanks Streetfox!

[@Silencer84]

Smackey, I just installed the same spoiler on my own Mach. For now I have used heavy tent clamps instead of drilling the screws so that I could reverse the install if needed or wanted. It's super sturdy and not going anywhere. Also managed to remove any gaps along the whole fitment. In time I will have the spoiler professionally fitted once I decide to keep it. It looks fantastic!!! Shark nose baby!

[@SmackeysGarage]

Nice! Glad to hear you were able to get it really tight with the tent clamps. Did you only use the three holes at the bottom to secure it to? It seemed pretty sturdy when I used those to line everything up.

[@Silencer84]

@@SmackeysGarage So basically I followed your video: bolted the spoiler to the valence using the three bolts first (middle one just re-use original bolt and seated nut). Then from the inside out I started installing these industrial grade tent clamps capable of withstanding a lot of (wind)force for securing tarps etc. They are metal but have soft end tips and strong springs in them. Each clamp secured the spoiler to the valence at that location. I used 10 smaller ones (5-6 cm clamp depth) along most of the length and beginnings of the valence curves towards the outer sides and two bigger ones on the outer sides (8-10 cm clamp depth) to make the outer parts of the curve work. I 'extended' the reach of the final two clamps on each side by shoving shallow metal hooks below each clamp so that the clamp-down point actually gets extended to further away from the valence perimeter and into the spoiler corners to get it nice and close to the valence (i.e. otherwise the ends of the spoiler have major gaps). Finaly I placed zipties as a safety precaution: 1) between the metal hooks and clamps so if they were to vibrate loose they would not fall onto the road but just hang from their 'parent' clamp, and 2) left and right bolt hole locations (you will see each one has a little gap where one can wriggle a ziptie through) where I have ziptied the car frame, valence and spoiler together. It's never coming loose accidentaly for sure. I think the three bolt locations are great for first locating the spoiler but then additional reinforcement (drilling & screws or heavy clamping as I have done) is required to reinforce the spoiler because it will get quite some force exerted on it from high speed driving and given the leverage arm from the lowest part of the spoiler all the way to the bolts location, that thing could start wobbiling if not secured more firmly to make it more rigid.

[@SmackeysGarage]

Oh I get it now. I misunderstood what the tent clamps are but looked them up. That's a good solution to hold it on temporarily or decide if you like the look of the spoiler on the car. That is a great idea. I also like the thought of ziptieing it incase there is any issue with them falling off while you are driving. That way they would not be a hazard to your vehicle or others on the road.

[@Silencer84]

I am happy the drilling recording got screwed up because I wouldn’t be able to watch it haha. Well done on the install, this air dam looks amazing with the car

[@SmackeysGarage]

Thanks! Yea it was terrifying drilling the holes and trying to get everything lined up perfectly. In the end, doing it slowly worked out.

[@lilPhil15]

14 holes?! I thought about adding a front lip to my '70 but after watching this, I'll pass. Lol Nice tutorial though. 👍

[@SmackeysGarage]

Yep… drilling into the lower valence 14 times!! I couldn’t believe it either. It would be interesting to see if I’m 69 they only used the three bolts and then updated their installation instructions in 70 because of it coming apart.

[@CCAutoWorks]

Nice work we actually just put one on ares it put up quit the fight to make it look good

[@SmackeysGarage]

Thanks! Yea it was a ton of work to get straight and right.

[@AndyKruseChannel]

Awesome, I've been staring at the lip I bought for my previous Mustang wondering if I should install it on this car. I think that black lip looks good on your darker color car, I just hope it looks good on my light colored car. :)

[@SmackeysGarage]

I am sure it will. I really like look of lips on these cars. It’ll look even better one white!

[@TonysFordsandMustangs]

My 70 is screwed in just as you described. I have not looked into the history.

[@SmackeysGarage]

That’s a good datapoint. Thanks!

[@greghyslop792]

Hey, Love your videos, I've added the front spoiler to my 69 Mach 1 and now I'd like to add a rear spoiler - have you done any videos on how to install the rear spoiler to a 69 Fastback? Cheers Greg

[@SmackeysGarage]

Thanks! I haven't done any videos on the install of the rear spoiler. I did install it before I started the channel. The easiest way to do it is to buy the support brackets and work from there. I'm assuming you have a 69 trunk and not a 70 trunk lid. The 70s had two small circles cut out to flush mount the wing to the trunk lid, and then the support brackets. If you send me an email, I can send you a picture if you want.

[@PranamyasKitchen]

Great 👍Best

[@SmackeysGarage]

Thanks!

[@FastFords289]

Nice work, looks better, and really cool. I was wondering what size ramps you have there, like how tall are they?

[@SmackeysGarage]

I'll take some measurements for you today. I know the rear are 8" wheel cribs.

[@FastFords289]

@@SmackeysGarage ok cool, I’d appreciate it. I really like those ramps.

[@SmackeysGarage]

~10” high, 72” long. They are the two piece race ramps. They are fantastic for hard surfaces like a garage floor or a paved driveway. Probably one of my best purchases. They have varying rear wheel heights but the ones I ordered were 8”

[@FastFords289]

@@SmackeysGarage ok cool man, I appreciate it. I’m gonna look into getting some of those.

[@jamescognito7564]

You said the screws are self tapping? Did you drill any pilot holes?

[@SmackeysGarage]

I did. I drilled pilot holes and then put the screws in.

[@jamescognito7564]

@@SmackeysGarage great. Thanks! Beautiful car! I’ll be installing one of these this week on my newly purchased 69 Mach 1. The spoiler didn’t come with instructions (CJPonyParts), so I appreciate you posting this!

[@SmackeysGarage]

@jamescognito7564 awesome! They are great cars. If you need anymore pictures or anything on how mine is installed let me know. Here is a general instruction. www.boss302.com/69spoiler.jpg

[@SmackeysGarage]

Here is the full page. This site is great for referencing. www.boss302.com/69spoiler.php

[@heavensmopars]

I just subbed you from a live from the NoNameNationals! I’m on the path to 500 subs so that I can qualify to attend. Will the mustang be there? I love the Mach ones! Sweet cars! 😎

[@SmackeysGarage]

Subbed to you too! Awesome duster. I won’t be there this year. If it’s going to be a yearly thing I might build a car to make the trip next year!

[@heavensmopars]

@@SmackeysGarage thanks man! Hope to meet you next year! 👊🏻 I’ll be building a chopped 62’ Lancer with a 61’ valiant front clip. Suicide doors, 340/4-speed for next years event. 😎

[@SmackeysGarage]

Sweet!!!! I’m a ford guy so I might be bringing a fox body. Otherwise my wife wants an old Camaro. We shall see!

[@heavensmopars]

Nice! My wife wants a 68 or 69 Camaro also! I almost traded my Duster for the Camaro, but his wife wanted to keep the Camaro…😒I tried! 🤷🏼‍♂️ my friend has been after my Duster for years!😂

[@SmackeysGarage]

@@heavensmopars I literally just watched your video on that. Too funny. You should create a video on the history of that Duster.

[@jessetolley3974]

What color car?

[@SmackeysGarage]

Black Jade Metallic. Looks green in the sun.