1973 Ford Mustang First Track Day in Home Built Restomod

This time on the AutoEdits channel... it's the first track day outing in the 1973 Ford Mustang we call "Large Marge"... and it goes AWESOME!
I slapped a set of NITTO NT05 tires on this thing and the Mustang performed fantastic.
The project took way longer than I had hoped to get to this point and if you get a moment... check the playlist of just about the full build here and see the trials and tribulations:
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There are so many parts and components working together to make this project such a success on the road and on the racetrack. From the Total Control Products suspension and those gorgeous ET wheels to the BeCool radiator and Flaming River steering components!
If by chance you are considering going to your first track day experience... I'll show you the basics in this video of what to expect and how to navigate that. Pick a good organization like Speed Ventures like I did for this event and they'll make it as easy as possible for any skill level!
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Thanks so much for coming along on this journey... it's been a long one and who knows what's next!
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#ford #mustang #nittotire #trackday #vintage

[@eightbll1017]

I'm a little disappointed that it took KZbin 3yrs to recommend this video. Love your format. No nonsense footage. And the fact you took that model mustang on a track. Props! And honestly you drove it great. Passing newer lighter better technology cars. Great job!!

[@cameronwyant8267]

1971-1973 mustang coupes are some of my favorite cars and I'd love to have one

[@AutoEdits]

How about this one?

[@cameronwyant8267]

I don't got the money, but if I did I'd say heck yeah

[@HOBrian2003]

All that hard work has paid off!!!!!

[@AutoEdits]

Pretty much... it was a lot of fun!

[@inqufox1750]

That was absolutely awesome! A car that probably weights 3000lbs in its current config with probably 280-300hp is a pretty bitchen set up AND it has AC thats queen right there! Hope to see it on track and road trips more!

[@AutoEdits]

Couldn't agree more!

[@jimcabezola3051]

Congratulations! Mahalo for letting us enjoy YOUR ride!

[@AutoEdits]

I see what you did there... love it!

[@tsedelivery2990]

i just turned 40 this week and still own my first car 1967 Mustang coupe bought it when i was 15. This channel makes me want to bring it back to life.

[@AutoEdits]

For sure!

[@arcanekingo5716]

do it, you'll regret not doing it.

[@WillometMotorFab]

The car looks really good at speed. Well done man.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks dude, it's so easy to go fast and felt very comfortable. Another 100 horsepower and it would be mental.

[@christopherlaboy9377]

All that hard work paid off; Large Marge sounds so good.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much... it was amazing!

[@charlietoner]

Dude!!! The look on your face is INTENSE!!!!! Awesome

[@AutoEdits]

I was so worried about the car but it ended up being tough as can be! It was also so easy to drive fast I couldn't believe it. Fun to carry corner speed with the Miata's instead of being just a big lug!

[@pilotop517]

such an inspiration man, i bought my 1971 at 22, after 7 years im finally restoring it!

[@AutoEdits]

Awesome to hear... good luck and enjoy the process!

[@bwjfjdjjfkkfkkd8344]

I was grinning the whole video! I m in love with large marge

[@AutoEdits]

I almost couldn't believe it... thanks for coming along!

[@wrangler70jkujeep74]

🐎pony on loose . Sounds great ! Ride photos on track great shots . Great job Jason

[@AutoEdits]

Glad you enjoyed it!!! Thank you!

[@jad6126]

Wooot woot! Marge sounds mean out there.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks!!!

[@TommyRibs]

This car is awesome Jason. It came out so great. I am so happy for you.

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you... So much!!!

[@mtbales0805]

There is absolutely nothing wrong with letting your emotions loose! You did it brother. I follow your your channel because I trust and admire your insight. Well done Bro!

[@AutoEdits]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@JustNobodyButME]

You totally enjoyed your drive. I totally enjoyed your drive too. It looks so good out there on the track. Thanks for the video.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks for watching... and yes... I really did enjoy this drive LOL!

[@cambec]

I am getting close to being able to go to my first track day in my 68 Mustang fastback. I cannot believe the amount of planning, evaluation of part options, money, time and emotional effort I have put into my build. I think it is the exact same as you expressed after you finished your first laps. Thanks for sharing and congrats.

[@AutoEdits]

There really is SO much that goes into these builds... we put our hearts and souls into them and when it goes so well... I was kind of shocked by the overwhelming happiness and relief and emotion of it all. Little bit embarrassing but also real to many of us! Thanks for being rad and I hope your Mustang does even better!

[@edwardthomson8569]

This is every gear heads dream, so many congrats on achieving such an awesome goal and proving that you don't need huge bucks or crazy horsepower numbers to create a brilliant all around beast of a car. So pleased for you dude! Looking forward to more LM content!!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much!

[@nerysalguero3956]

Those tears man. I feel that. I know damn sure I'm gonna tear when up as well when i get my 68 cougar runnin.

[@AutoEdits]

Yeah, we put a lot into these things... literally bleed into them sometimes!

[@nerysalguero3956]

@@AutoEdits literally! Bloody knuckles and several long frustrating nights. But it's the love

[@c.christopherconnelly7136]

Just finished watching all the build videos of Large Marge. Was disappointed to find out you sold it. I was hoping to see you finish it up. Great build and you definitely made the old coupe cool.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks and sorry.

[@CraigSimons]

Wow, hell yeah! Gotta love that sound out there! Great footage!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks 👍

[@K-Effect]

What a great accomplishment, congratulations

[@AutoEdits]

Many many thanks!

[@TheCabrooster11]

That was absolutely fantastic too see it do what you built it for, and it does sound brilliant and look mean

[@AutoEdits]

Glad you liked it! I'm proud of that for sure!

[@kleimbach77]

I would cry too if I had a great first time out on a track with a car I built myself no shame in that cheers!

[@AutoEdits]

That part was a bit surprising and I thought twice about including it... but it's been a long and sometimes tough journey. The reality is... we pour our hearts into these projects and it's hard to stay detached from them and I wouldn't want to ...LOL Thanks for the support!

[@jamesbshaw]

Thank you for sharing this build. I am a few days out from getting my 351W Maverick in the road. Can Not Wait!

[@AutoEdits]

Have fun!

[@frankk4787]

I have been searching for a project car for awhile now and I was mostly targeting 2nd gen camaro or TA but I gotta be honest I'm loving the 71-73 mustang all because of your videos

[@Skitter302]

6:14 hit me... Knew the car was good, amazing to see it in action!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much dude!

[@tommyboy1two]

Wow I don't know how many years I've been waiting to see you get back out there on the track I've been subscribed since the V10 Maverick days and it's the old Large Marge putting in work is awesome

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much for sticking around... would've been nice to be in that Maverick for this but my head just failed on that project. I'll take the win for the battle that this car put me through as well...LOL

[@Thirdgen83]

Car sounds wicked.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks, it was one of the best sounding cars out there... in my opinion... lol!

[@siwash99]

Super happy for you! Great work!

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@craigpearson1148]

YES!!! So good. Very happy for you. Makes me want to go work on my 80 fox fight now.

[@AutoEdits]

You should!

[@mikehoffman3690]

Marge did great.

[@AutoEdits]

Yep... I was very impressed!

[@clday25]

Dude! That stang sounds so good!!! nice work

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much... I am proud of how great it sounds!

[@theunluckyfrog3316]

I have a 73 coupe myself, bone stock, just got it painted bright red too! Your channel has been a huge help for future builds for my mustang

[@AutoEdits]

That is awesome!

[@perryingto]

Congratulations, I’ve followed you from the beginning and I’m real happy for you

[@AutoEdits]

You're the best!

[@stang1973]

A true inspiration for any car guy who spends hours putting so much of themselves into their car. Then for a classic car group that "isnt supposed" to be able to do this. And lastly for the 71-73 crowd like us!!! LOVE THIS JASON!!! She tore that track up even better than some of the newer cars. AMAZING!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks for this!

[@aarontrailhawk2254]

So happy for you! Congrats!

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you so much!!

[@WaseemKhan-pl5mw]

Car sounds awesome plus the AC add-on I'm sure helps for those long trips. Awesome ride!

[@AutoEdits]

I think so too!

[@ShanghaiPaddles]

Congrats! Really happy for you!

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you so much 😀

[@regularpixel]

I love the raw emotion, glad that made the edit!!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much for the encouragement... it's a little embarrassing but if there's one thing I've been along the way... it's honest with how I feel so I left it... Sometimes we don't even realize all the baggage caught up in a big project like this and wham! It gets ya...lol

[@regularpixel]

@@AutoEdits That type of authenticity is what keeps me (and i am guessing many others) coming back to your channel. I can’t emphasize enough how much I appreciate your videos. I love all the work you do and thank you for allowing us to come along on your journey.

[@bourbonthebiscuit]

It's sounds like a beast we'll done on the home garage built track car it's awesome 👌👍👍

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks... I was shocked and amazed!

[@BigUnitBeef]

Well done. Congratulations man.

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you so much 😀

[@SQLRYAN]

Congrats Jason. All the hard work paid off and had yourself one fantastic blast of a day at the track. Cool beans!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much!

[@maxmoore4315]

I enjoyed watching you on the track. I never ran any road course stuff, but I definitely enjoy the sound of a good old 4 speed hot rod rolling threw the gears. Hard work is not hard if it is your passion. The emotion said it all. Awesome!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks 👍 so much... yeah I bled into this one for sure!

[@lucasgusi]

Really awesome! Congrats dude!

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jorgemunoz2438]

Congratulations I really enjoyed the video and love the 73 mustangs.

[@AutoEdits]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@graemelliott3942]

Congratulations dude! Car looks great! Now you can paint the hood and put a meatball on it!

[@AutoEdits]

That would be cool!

[@Kevin90909]

Great Track Day video Some technical, some emotion good job.

[@AutoEdits]

I appreciate hearing this!!!

[@johnbarker419]

Super video. Like a good American V8 Large Marge handles really well down the straightaway, but she does pretty good in the corners, too.

[@AutoEdits]

I was surprised how it carried some serious corner speeds!

[@SuperOberBros]

Awesome to see you out there again! Been watching your channel since your 3rd gen Camaro. Great work!!

[@AutoEdits]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@joshuaowen6185]

Just found your channel a couple of days ago and now watched the whole Mustang series. Absolutely cracking channel and awesome content, learned a lot from your videos. Love the car and all the best.

[@AutoEdits]

Howdy and Welcome aboard! Thanks so much for taking the time to watch some stuff and leave a rad comment!

[@adriennederrer4838]

I could cry! This was beautiful!!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much... little embarrassing but I thought to share all the ugly as well as the good! I've been working on this thing for a long time.

[@adriennederrer4838]

@@AutoEdits I know I've followed the whole journey and it has inspired me to purchase and build a 73 fastback. Thank you.

[@TheBear351c]

Fantastic effort mate, been watching from Australia, brilliant build, and so emotional.!! A true car guy.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much for the support... cool to hear you're from the other side of the planet! Love the sound of your 351 Fairmont!

[@TheUnknown714]

I started watching you when you had the third gen camaro. And I loved the build you had on that car. You did great on this build as well. Congrats.

[@AutoEdits]

Wow... that was the very last time I was on track at this track as well... 10 years ago! Thanks for sticking around!

[@qasimalsaidi]

This was an emotional one. You built it well and drove it even better.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much... it was so easy to go fast and felt very confident on track. It took me a day to realize just how good it was out there.

[@linochestang573]

Yes!! I couldn't click play fast enough. Great job getting Large Marge together and out on the track. Looks and sounds awesome.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much!!

[@marshall60m4]

Nice job man. I totally get that emotion. Just got my car going after a long period....The struggle is real. ;)

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much!

[@danabryan5358]

Very cool - sounds insane!!!

[@AutoEdits]

I am VERY happy with the sound this thing makes... all of the folks that came to the pits to check it out mentioned that!

[@teamkingproject9859]

Great job! I'm excited for you bro.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks!! Really appreciate that!

[@BernardManansala]

“ARE YOU CRYING? There’s no crying in Motorsport!!!” -Alternate Universe Tom Hanks Great Video

[@AutoEdits]

Ha... I totally read that in Tom Hanks voice... 🤣 Nicely done!

[@rcadd1ct]

I looked it up. Two, almost three years ago that you were overwhelmed at gauges. I am installing the fuel tank and hopefully getting the floorboards prepped to put rust encapsulator and then seam sealer on. I finished building the engine last weekend.

[@AutoEdits]

Good luck!

[@lwfitz6479]

Man I love that car and the emotion so much! It's real and why I love your channel. The '71-73 body style, at least to me, is right at the top.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks a ton... this body style is an acquired taste...lol

[@BiO811HazarD]

Awesome! So glad the track day was a success!

[@WyoCutlass71]

Marge looked great! Very planted in the corners! It is awesome to see a car that was planned out and executed to this level from a home garage. Keep up the good work Jason.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks! 👍 The car really carried a substantial amount of corner speed... between the great suspension controlling body roll and the tires having tons of grip... it was a blast!

[@Shakerhood69]

Looks like fun

[@AutoEdits]

It was a very good time!

[@Googs5]

Hoping to get myself a 72 fastback soon, of course I want to upgrade it over stock in terms of rideability and handling. Love seeing what you've done, giving me hope I can really improve it over stock.

[@AutoEdits]

You can do it!

[@aptv5842]

Wow, what a great reward for all of your hard work! I almost cried with you after that first run bro, that was so sick! I wish there was a place like this near Dallas. Maybe there is, and if there is I take my garage built restomod 70 Cougar for a little fun.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much for understanding the emotion that goes into a long term build like this... I hope you do find a track near you and get even more enjoyment out of your Cougar!!!

[@aptv5842]

@@AutoEdits dude, your video with the parking break helped so much. I did mine pretty much exactly like you did. Thanks for that man.

[@alexandersherrell3790]

Glade to see you finally drive large marg

[@AutoEdits]

Me too!

[@joseramos7476]

Looks great

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks!

[@lapamful]

Haha your car looks like something out of Death Proof compared to all the other cars. Sounds like a demon too. Totally badass dude!

[@AutoEdits]

HAHA! Thanks!!!!

[@joserosario6081]

That was awesome 👌

[@AutoEdits]

Glad you think so!

[@joebruiser7167]

Great content as usual. But honestly, nothing at all bought me more joy than seeing you get as emotional as you did Bro. Especially after all we ALL have endured. Almost wanted to cry with you .. (in a manly way of course). I live viciously through your adventures. And you didn’t disappoint. Congrats Brother!! 👍🏽

[@AutoEdits]

I really appreciate this... thank you!

[@AngelRivera-sq4ly]

I'm so glad I have been watching and following your progress from your first video. Hard work, time and the passion that you have for Large Marge has paid off for you. Well done sir, well done 👏👏👏👏👏

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you so much! I can't believe you hung around for the duration... I really appreciate it!

[@AngelRivera-sq4ly]

@@AutoEdits it was my pleasure, when I got my 73 mustang 7 years ago I learned a lot about my car and what I can do to fix her up by watching your videos.

[@blucheer8743]

Awesome car dude you built a monster! This is what a hot rod should be!! Thx for all great info you put on this channel I did the same brake/ clutch upgrade dude you walked me through it!! Great luck in your endeavors!!

[@AutoEdits]

Love hearing this, thanks so much!

[@johndawson2876]

Just wanted to say I really really enjoy your videos. You got me into my jeep and wheeling and can’t put it into words how much I appreciate it. Awesome to see you enjoying the mustang!!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks a ton for the support... I love hearing about helping other folks see new kinds of stuff to get into. It really means a lot that you would watch the other content here on the channel and even leave this great comment!

[@GnarlyBlade]

late to the party but awesome work dude! I'm a younger guy a few years out of college, lookin to restore a 77 Camaro to try out road course racing like this!

[@AutoEdits]

Go for it! I did a similar thing with an 82 Camaro kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4a8daWGqrmhoM0 Have fun with your build!!!

[@GnarlyBlade]

@@AutoEdits Right on man! Thanks , lots of work to do, been picking up some tricks from your videos

[@nateclineo]

this video got me emotional haha good work jason

[@AutoEdits]

HA! Sorry not sorry... I appreciate you coming along for the ride!

[@xTinBenderX]

Congrats on your first successful track day in Large Marge Jason!!! I know exactly how you felt after that first session. The triangle pyramid thing at 6:52 is were you want see wear to. I'd bet you could go down at least 5psi more. So many track days at Streets and even more at the big track. Actually wearing my NASA Racing Instructor tee right now. Haha

[@AutoEdits]

NICE! And thanks for the lesson!

[@PaulKaiser42]

So awesome!!! You need a pit crew.....I’m in😁👍🏻

[@AutoEdits]

That would be cool!

[@dchamp1337]

Nice work, Jason. I remember a similar feeling when I had the race car we built with our own hands on the track for the first time and everything worked and it drove like a race car.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks... we really put a lot of effort into these projects and that investment catches up to you at the funniest moment of success!

[@kippnashleymiller3752]

Dude you rocked it out there. Did anyone want your autograph? Large Marge is looking and sounding sweet. Great job!!

[@AutoEdits]

HA! Not even... it was one of the more ratty cars out there but I had fun!

[@Stuka87]

Man, I am so happy for you. All those years of hard work has totally payed off!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks dude, I honestly wondered so many times if this would ever actually happen. Then when it did... this thing is legit fast already and easy!

[@chasepest4u]

Sounds like a Beast!!! Fun stuff! 👍😎

[@AutoEdits]

It does sound so good... thanks!!!

[@mattv.7402]

Awesome! So great to see this and getting to experience it with you, emotions and all. When mine finally rolls itself along the road again, I'm sure I'll be a mess.

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you! I hope yours goes fantastic!

[@navseal345]

I remember my first event (SCCA) in a parking lot of a school. I beat the crap outta that '97 Geo Prizm.

[@AutoEdits]

HA!

[@mazevx2451]

So now that it has proven to do everything you ask for, you can paint the hood matte black. 👍

[@AutoEdits]

I need to paint the whole car… just time and money!

[@mazevx2451]

@@AutoEdits no need for fresh paint all over, she's fine, just the hood is a bit to much "farm truck" 😂

[@JackDicostanzo]

Badass!

[@AutoEdits]

🤘🤘

[@Avg0092]

Stang is on point 🤙🏽

[@ConemantheBarbarian]

I saw my email notification when you posted just as I started work. ! I’ve been waiting patiently (tapping foot) for this track video. You’ve built one hell of a car and I’m glad the day was such a success. You deserve it! That’s the ultimate way to enjoy your ride😀

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you so much... that's the kind of support I can't even express how much gratitude I have!!!

[@19ebenezer77]

Sounds like a beast!! 🤙 Just discovered your channel. 👍👍

[@AutoEdits]

Howdy and Welcome aboard!

[@CJColvin]

That 73 Mustang is looking badass brother sorry the V10 Maverick didn't get done in time.

[@duelingsixes1894]

Thats me in the BMW 330i AHAHHAHA parked next to you. Great talking to you LOL. You saw me runover my Visor

[@AutoEdits]

Howdy dude! I even showed me almost running over my tool bag in this video in honor of that!!! Hope you had fun out there and it was nice meeting you.

[@rlovell383]

Jason... I'm so stoked for you.... Your car is the most badass 73 mustang I know!!!. My 67 Camaro is a very similar style build. Couple questions if you have time: How long were the track sessions? Did you have any issue with oil temps? The the car understeer much with the tire stagger F/R? I feel like I will need an oil cooler for my car... Its been autocrossed and after about 10-12 minutes continuous it gets up to about 260 degrees. I can imagine a full track is much more abuse. Been following your build since the beginning and I'm so proud of you! If you weren't on the other coast I'd love to buy you a beer and talk shop! Cheers!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks! I don't have an oil temp gauge so I'm not sure and I think the sessions were 25 minutes. I watched the water temps and they never got over 199 so I wasn't worried at all and pressures were good... even during long sweeping turns. I was surprised by the few other late model cars having to pull off early during sessions because of overheating... my BeCool radiator module has proven to be confidence inspiring. About that beer... I appreciate the thought and you just never know where we might be some time... cheers back at ya!

[@finnthehuman5260]

That's awesome man, it hooks! Always pumped for Marge content. I'm very glad it turned well. What do you plan on doing next with it? Any carpet or comfort items?

[@AutoEdits]

I was surprised the most by how much corner speed it carries... did you see how it kept pace with those little cars! Now that it is mechanically sorted pretty good, it's time for the restoration stuff. Paint/body/interior should get done.

[@LuisContreras-vi5eo]

Finally!!!

[@AutoEdits]

YEP!

[@boldrbangr9834]

You & Marge were killin' it! IMHO she's the best looking car at the track. Love the big girls😜 No offense import (not a valid term any more) guys, but give me a V8 American muscle car. Oh ya, don't paint the hood.

[@AutoEdits]

HA! There's a few things still left to do before the hood gets attention LOL

[@yliaDenaLtsaF]

Please do more on this car.

[@AutoEdits]

Sorry to report that I had to sell this car a while back.

[@yliaDenaLtsaF]

@@AutoEdits so sorry to hear that. Got much closer to done than the maverick with viper V10. Maybe a muscle car round 3 one day??

[@brianrocco4301]

Awesome job! You stuck with it and it has paid dividends! Whats next for the Stang?

[@AutoEdits]

Not sure yet!

[@KJsProjects]

Nice Video Jason! This is inspiration for my 79 Mustang build. Are you going to paint the hood? It gives off a Mad Max vibe with the bare steel hood.

[@AutoEdits]

Eventually the whole car needs paint and body... I just wanted to focus on the mechanical stuff first!

[@6at32off]

Marge is awesome, love the sound. You still sporting the Flowmaster Super 10's? Congrats on trac day 1 for the old horse.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks, it was a great day! I swapped those for a set of 3" hushpower cans that made it a bit more comfortable for street and highway.

[@6at32off]

@@AutoEdits Ya I've been struggling with my exhaust. Removed the Flowmasters, installed a full new 2 1/2 system with X-Pipe to short 14" Magnaflows then had a set of resonators installed just before the tips. It's pretty good now, still a bit loud but only has one spot of annoying resonance / drone between 2200 and 2700 RPM. I couldn't hear any issues with your system as you were rippin through the track. You have Marge dialed, she sounds good and looks the part when hitting the straight out of the corners. All you need is some paint on that car, maybe a few interior bits and it will be quite the machine. Any plans to finish the car or is it as it's going to be?