Fast Track Transformation: '67 Mustang Coupe to Fastback in Minutes! | lostsocketgarage.com

[@conqueringlion420]

Another reason to do full car history checks! Thx guys

[@wcemichael]

I was just watching a video on CUDA's and they found all the imperfections with a body just by looking at the welds and bare metal from parts chopping that will seriously affect the bottom line of the car's worth. They could tell that a Barracuda rear was used on a Cuda body, just from slight discolorations in specific spots.

[@jamesfarris3487]

I can respect the work in making the conversion, but I prefer originality.

[@jessiejames2155]

..People , who are not afraid..! 👍🏻 A really beautiful transformation..! 😁

[@lostsocketgarage]

Hey Thanks!

[@rb67mustang]

I've seen this done many years ago in one of the Mustang Magazines. This is the first time I'm seeing it done semi live. You guy do a Great Job. If I had a 67/68 Coupe this is what I'd do with it.

[@mustangrebuilder]

Very nice job guys.... finding sheet metal guys is a dying art

[@williamnewell7784]

It was a sweet looking coupe. I could not ruin an original.

[@justingiese6544]

Isn’t every mustang built original? Lol.

[@williamnewell7784]

Only comes from the factory with the build sheet once!

[@bobbyschweingruber833]

Can you really say that you are ruining a Mustang by changing a coupe into a fastback. I think not. Just my opinion.

[@williamnewell7784]

I know resto mods are the thing, I just love cars the way they rolled off the line. Always disappointed when I think I am looking at a Shelby and find out it is tribute car. Even worse. I watch some 53 and 54 vettes come across the auction block totally tricked out. Those cars were beautiful as originals.

[@AZCobraman]

Oh man....not gonna say anything negative but a red '67 with a black vinyl roof is one of my favorite Mustang looks. Had a '66 Coupe I bought in 1980 when I was 14. Sold in '87 and still miss it.

[@dancarder5288]

Thanks!

[@lostsocketgarage]

no, Thank you!!!

[@paulgrimm]

Great idea

[@jonroland2702]

Hey that's my dad car! Mom called and told me it got delivered last week. Gotta go over and check it out

[@lostsocketgarage]

Haha awesome! I was going to put him next to it as a thumbnail but figured he wouldn't like that haha

[@1967davethewave]

That's awesome! I have a '67 T code coupe setting in my junk cars. It was mostly complete until I sold the grill and a headlight bezel about 8 years ago. I have always wanted to do this though but I wasn't sure what all was involved. I might just drag it in the shop someday and do it now.

[@cammontreuil7509]

I would give it a try. I've done restorations and you always make some mistakes. The sheet metal parts are somewhat expensive. Two things holding you back. You are afraid to fail or you don't have money for the parts.

[@1967davethewave]

@@cammontreuil7509 Yeah, usually for me it's money but at this point it's option #3, I have absolutely zero time. But that will hopefully change in the future. About 2 years ago my best friend received a '67 fastback from his father in law. His father in law bought it in 1974 wrecked in the right front corner. The father in law bondo'ed it up and drove it for about 6 months and then tossed it in the corner of his garage and that's where it set, except for 1 move in late '90's to a new garage, up to 2021. The father in law was dying of cancer and gave my friend the car and a credit card and said he just wanted to see the car restored and running. I actually offered to give them my '67 to use for parts but new parts were cheap enough and of course new. Well in the summer of 2022 the paint and bodywork were done, the original red with red interior, all new seat covers and carpet, new bumpers, wheels and tires. The father in law got to ride to several car shows and enjoy a couple of cruise nights. He passed in the fall. The car desperately needs either an engine rebuild or replacement. It's a 289 so I'd replace it myself, but anyway, you are right about not waiting, it might be too late at some point!

[@cammontreuil7509]

@@1967davethewave I want to hear you focusing on your project. I tried to light a fire under your azz. We make time for things important to us. But then I have two daughters interested in mustangs and the struggle to put them together. But it's worth it.

[@lostsocketgarage]

It's scary as shit cutting your first one in half, But it's worth it

[@cammontreuil7509]

@@lostsocketgarage my friend has a 68 Roadrunner. Cut the front off to the firewall. Welded a Satellite front clip on it. Not that hard. Work on a flat surface.

[@richardbutterfoss2353]

Thanks! RWB ❤🎉

[@Supermankev2001]

That was cool. I have never seen this done. I didn't even know it was a thing to change them very cool. earned a subscription.

[@normangiven6436]

Do that to a Dynacor body. Maybe we have enough museum pieces.

[@poppacapinya]

another fine job guys. i love how you guys make it look so easy thats skill

[@benharper1682]

now I am wanting 2 do my 66

[@lostsocketgarage]

You should!!!

[@splender88]

I had never seen or even heard of this being done but it came out really well. Can't say I would even attempt it I'll leave this stuff up to the pros like you guys.

[@wildestcowboy2668]

If u can weld it ain't that bad, I just made an old 4 door mustang.....did use some falcon part's.. LoL

[@BrucePierson]

It was interesting seeing this conversion done. It turned out well. Although I'm not really sure why anyone would want to do this, but maybe Fastbacks are not readily available. Good that you can still get new parts for something this old. Being in Australia, we rarely see old Mustangs, although new Mustangs are around sometimes.

[@shan7561]

They do this for people looking to customise (imho).....coupes are cheaper than fastbacks....a lot cheaper. You can get good fastbacks, but you have to pay top dollar. I'll be doing this conversion soon (in australia). I like the idea of all new sheet metal....and my mustang was not a numbers matching type of car.....was always going to change it up.

[@BrucePierson]

@@shan7561 It would be interesting if you video it while doing it.

[@themeatnpotatoes]

Not only are fastbacks way more scarce but you will also pay 3-5 times more for a fastback than a coupe in equal condition.

[@rb67mustang]

I subbed, clicked bell, and selected all!!! My screen name says it ALL!!!

[@christopherbrown6697]

The old coupe roof plus another coupe could make for a sweet Mustang wagon!

[@jessiejames2155]

More need to be done like this . I would rather have/see a Fastback...!

[@StansE250]

I vote for converting ALL of the 60s Mustang Coupes to Fastbacks ! 🙏 AND … it’d be pretty KEWL to see a Cougar converted to fastback ☺️ (‘67 XR7 was my First car)

[@lostsocketgarage]

Haha we are working on it!! Yeah I want to do a #mercurycougar #fastback conversion sooooon.

[@wildestcowboy2668]

Hunter be actin like he get down at da beginning....they be doin good work and prob some swappin after da shop close

[@lostsocketgarage]

Trying to decipher what you mean here bud, but regardless, thanks for watching :)

[@elwaupo1]

Great job, I wish I had the skills to do this!

[@arneminderman3770]

Great job!! Greatings from the netherlands!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@paulgrimm]

That was a clean car

[@TwistedTre]

So it’s possible to use the factory wheel wells? If so that’s a dream.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Yes, the trick is peeling the 1/4 off the outer ww without too much damage. If you can do that... sender bud

[@jayb6441]

Thats my white 69 Boss 302 at Roadkill nights in the beginning of your video. Roadkill nights is a blast.

[@lostsocketgarage]

No way! That's awesome! Crazy little world. I love roadkill nights, so much fun.

[@cammontreuil7509]

I was at a crossroads. Find a fastback or do a conversion. Found a 67 FB for $21,000. Just needed some TLC. The key is to have money waiting for the right time to come up. I didn't think it was possible to find a FB for that price anymore.

[@Burnedtoastify]

Nice find. And having a real fastback VIN means you will always get your money out of it if you have to sell.

[@Charlieswirld]

You guys should do it. Fastback Miata!!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Haha Ronnie would love that

[@henrynavarro4161]

This video will definitely help me on my conversion. Great info!

[@DooDeeDew]

Really nice work, this could make it a viable option to having a fastback something I always wanted since the movie Bullet.

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

It would be really cool to build a hybrid fastback that retains the roll down rear side windows. It would be a bigger job for sure, as surgery on the new metal would be extensive, but it would certainly be unique...

[@1967davethewave]

Isn't that how they do the Cougar fastback conversions? I have seen a couple of those and they look really cool.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Yup, we might have to do one ;)

[@ronaldrey8474]

Hey Guys back in Navy 89-93 AMS aviation mech. structures we preheated items for best penetration & strength . Not so much contaminations but either way it shows what a professional welder you have in Ronny

[@lostsocketgarage]

He will appreciate that comment!

[@GranjersGarage]

Do you ever sell the take off or left over parts? I’m in need of a set of 69’ fastback windshield a pillars.

[@lostsocketgarage]

We dont have alot of 69 stuff sadly

[@racermike1946]

1 safety item of note: i noticed that u and ur helper were not wearing clolves while handling sheet metal parts. i would assume theres a lot of sharp edges. if it were me diong the job, id wear them.

[@kevinmcdonald6446]

Best use for a coupe.

[@thruitallauto2538]

Lost socket garage, 10 mm no doubt

[@lostsocketgarage]

YES! Even though the most common bolt on a Mustang is half inch (can't find those either)

[@benharper1682]

what color red is on the coupe before conversion? is there a paint code?

[@lostsocketgarage]

It was Just called Candy Apple Red from factory.

[@rogermatheny5512]

CHALLENGE. For thought anyway. Could it be possible to use the fastback parts on a cougar?

[@lostsocketgarage]

I've actually been doing a bit of research on this. Might have to do it ;)

[@jefflynn333]

Do you coupe to convertible conversions? If so, what is cost?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Yes. Feel free to email me at [e-mail]

[@MrMagsimus]

Beautiful video not sure if I already seen this but wow love it , can some one pls help me I’m in the uk 🇬🇧 and want to do this to my 67 coupe , can you please list me all the body panels you used for this and where to get them from . Is it dyna corn company ? Thanks guys live from Birmingham city uk 🇬🇧 🇬🇧

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email at [e-mail] and I'll send you the list

[@wcemichael]

That's cruel and unusual punishment to a perfectly good body. The VIN's not gonna match up to a fastback. I was just watching a video on CUDA's and they found all the imperfections with a body just by looking at the welds and bare metal from parts chopping that will seriously affect the bottom line of the car's worth. IF IT AINT BROKE, DON'T FIX IT

[@lostsocketgarage]

There are opposing views on this procedure for sure. It actually raises the value of a coupe believe it or not.

[@GMCTIM]

A fast backs worth way more money but like the looks of the coupe more myself !

[@DaxxTerryGreen]

Nice work boys. Love it.

[@TH-ul9gh]

My dad wants an original fastback.. the “nicest” project-condition I’d be willing to get into is just too much for the same amount of work you would end up doing with this conversion anyways… thanks for the open video. Gives us a great look at the conversion

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks for following along!

[@nukarr]

17.5k$ Dynacorn will get you a NEW chassis- buy a parts car & do it

[@cammontreuil7509]

@@nukarr be honest. I'm a body/ painter. Most sheet metal has to be reworked and reworked.

[@michaelwalsh3474]

Quite interesting.😮 I wonder why a nice coupe was chisen by the owner. 🤔 Are they painting it Highland Green later?

[@lostsocketgarage]

We actually sourced this car for him. Reason was when all was said and done, he wanted a running dricing FB. So we bought one that was a good deal and fairly good condition. Saves a bit of money this way. Not sure what color

[@stevenfranks4537]

Guys plan on using rust free primer before weld up in the future 😮

[@kurtdowney1489]

Excellent video and excellent work.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Jesse-lu7bt]

Wide body fast backs vtuned got one he stared should buy it Finnish it

[@tylerbarrett6652]

Okay... so this was cool and I subscribed. IDK... 20 years ago or so, I went looking for a reasonably priced fastback from my birth year... a 1968... and I couldn't find one. I bought a 65 coupe... and a 66 convertible... but I simply could not find the 68 fastback. So... it looks like you guys have a good fix for that problem. I know the convertible had a bunch of extra support built into the body and frame because it was more likely to twist... but all the mustangs will twist when you put enough power into them. So I'm curious if your fix includes any beefing up of the frame and body. I guess I look at a few other videos to find out...

[@lostsocketgarage]

We do if the customer wants it. For a stock 351 really no bracing is needed. If you go stroker or even coyote then yes, you should look at frame rail connectors and beefy suspension.

[@tillross4078]

Nicely Done 👍🤓

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks 😁

[@djay8652]

Amazing job. Been wait for a video like this. This gives me better understanding what is needed to take on a job like this. I guess, I'll just have to buy a 66 from you guys. Although it would be fun to build my own one day.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Hey we are happy to help however! Thanks for following along

[@jessechristensen6028]

Hmm what about a fastback conversation for a Cougar?

[@Lvatopesado]

@@jessechristensen6028 - I love talking to my cars.

[@catsaregovernmentspies]

​@Jesse Christensen I saw a video of one on KZbin a while back. He had to do a bunch of custom work to do it, but it looks awesome.

[@williamguillIII]

Nice work! Where do you buy your rear quarter panels, etc. for your 65-66 coupe to fastback conversions?

[@lostsocketgarage]

We use Dynacorn parts. We are dealers for them

[@taylormach1699]

Looks great.

[@jmcpowersports3839]

Hi guys! Just subscribed and checking out your channel for the first time! Looking good!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Awesome! Thanks for following along!!

[@nickanderson3440]

Nice video. Great formatting and awesome content. Appreciate you taking the time to post.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks so much for following along

[@MrSloika]

Now do a Mustang Ranchero mashup. A Ranchstango.

[@lostsocketgarage]

I would do it only because that's an awesome name haha

[@nukarr]

​@Lost Socket Garage Ford actually made a prototype mustang pickup

[@dand3975]

That mustang looks 100% more cool with the fastback.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks! We think so

[@tylerbarrett6652]

Hmmm... I'm a bit surprised you don't lead those roof seams....

[@briancavanagh7048]

The original cars were built to different standards to todays cars. The 60s cars were pretty bendy. Have you added any additional steel to stiffen the body? Such as an integral roll bar hoop, stiffeners to the rear suspension points or adding material to the sill?

[@lostsocketgarage]

We only brace it for the conversion. They are kinda flimsy being a uni body. Best thing to do is frame rail connectors if your pushing additional power.

[@jesse75]

I always jack up 60' cars with the doors shut. Like you said, they can be flimsy.

[@AAhshitsun]

Awesome! What do you guys charge to do this conversion?

[@lostsocketgarage]

It varies per year and condition. But feel free to reach out to us at [e-mail] Happy to chat and go over whats entailed

[@DesmondBerry316]

Hey guys! Great job. Would it be easier to start from a convertible? I’m a Mustang fanatic and always wanted a 67 fastback but I’m on a coupe/convertible budget. 🤣

[@lostsocketgarage]

You can do it from a convertible . Actually a bit stronger that way because the floor on convertibles are thicker and you will have both torque boxes.

[@DesmondBerry316]

@@lostsocketgarage Sweet, good to know!

[@andrewjosepheisenhauer1771]

How much did this whole swap cost in all?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks for following along. Feel free to shoot me an email at [e-mail] and we can answer all of your questions.

[@chrisplunk7372]

Good work have you done 68 conversion…? I need the rear window molding for my 68 coupe grande you my have it from a conversion laying around?

[@lostsocketgarage]

We have done quite a few 68s. Are you talking about the quarter windows?

[@craigmonteforte1478]

kind of cool but i saw one years ago that took it a step better IMO it was a high end build /Restomod that converted one into a Fastback with a removable hard top ! perhaps not the most practical ? but definitely the best of all Worlds of Classic Mustangs Why? i grew up running around and riding in both as i graduated HighSchool in 1982 and 1960s Mustangs were everywhere and affordable , heck we used to go to our local Junkyards to get parts (cheap ) i blew up a 302 and got all the parts i needed to get the car running for under $200.00 it was a 68 Convertible 3 Speed on the Floor that wound up getting Totaled by a drunk running a Red light unfortunately we pulled almost all the body parts off a 6 cylinder hardtop project car i had in the back yard the car got put back together not painted and it had too much structual damage to be a safe driver so it was sold as is ? Running and Driving ,Multiple Colors ,Salvage Florida Title it was a One Family owned Vehicle as well

[@billyhansen12]

Awesome guys!

[@kevinbarrett9615]

This seems pretty extreme for what appears to be a nice notch , I would rather you destroy a rusty car than this.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Yeah this one hurt to cut.

[@brianpentecostaldeplorable9841]

I was in total agreement with that statement !😢

[@msk3905]

Yup fastbacks are nice but IMO so are fastbacks curious if an imitation fastback worth what’s into it to convert? I personally would avoid a conversion unless its dirt cheap.

[@DwightDouglas-tk2cd]

Are you ever going to do a 69 / 70 coupe to fastback conversion? The windshield angle is lower on the "sportsroof" models.

[@lostsocketgarage]

We will fairly soon. Have a couple on the list

[@troydowning3302]

How about some bracing. I don't mean just for your choppers

[@lostsocketgarage]

Like interior bracing for the conversion?

[@alexhellenbach8820]

What is the price of such a job in your shop guys? I'm seriously considering getting a coupe since they are way cheaper and converting it into a fastback (I would also like flares on the car as an addition job for your shop).

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email @[e-mail]

[@RedHammerBodyShop]

You saying the fox is "not so much" the pinnacle of cars is funny, you must not have watched many of the auctions lately. Lol, them 69 Camaro lovers are mostly dead.

[@robsexton9247]

Who supplies your body panels , quarters, roof ect.?

[@lostsocketgarage]

We use all Dynacorn fastback replacement panels. All brand new

[@mixoffix952]

Hi ya’ll, does any one have a parts list for 1968 coupe to fastback?

[@lostsocketgarage]

yessir. Shoot me an email at [e-mail]

[@robertliberatore3438]

How much would it cost for you to turn a 65-67 Ford coupe mustang into a fastback mustang and do you do these conversion's for the public???

[@lostsocketgarage]

Yes we do! Feel free to email me at [e-mail] and I can shoot you all the info

[@jamesburns2232]

If it wasn't for Ronnie doing all the welding, this 67 Ford Mustang would have quickly turned to a pile of rusting scrap metal. 🤠

[@SmithFarmTilton]

Can you guys do this conversion to my 68 Camaro ?

[@jyjjackfast]

can you guys do a rear window plug to create a '69 charger 500

[@lostsocketgarage]

Im not sure I understand. Making a Mustang a charger 500?

[@myclassiccarstory]

I always enjoy your videos! That was a very nice coupe lol, but nothing beats a fastback.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks buddy!!

[@Blake-fz7ed]

In a rollover event, would this be as safe as factory?

[@lostsocketgarage]

It would be as safe as a stock Fastback in that situation. For our #coupetofastback conversion we simply replace the coupe structure with a #Fastback structure

[@szamnan666]

Great job, amaizing

[@stephenhodge6441]

What does this cost to have done? And I know there can be lots of variables but let's say like the video. If it comes to mostly stripped like that one and leaves your shop like that one.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email at [e-mail]

[@stephenhodge6441]

@@lostsocketgarage email sent.

[@briancavanagh7048]

How many of these conversions have you done? Do you have an average hours per job for the body work portion of the work? No paint, no electrics.

[@lostsocketgarage]

We have done around 20. Takes us about 2 weeks.

[@ricklamb772]

Do you use the same mustang fastback skeleton,to do the cougar fastback conversion.?

[@lostsocketgarage]

That's a good question, We are currently researching this, but from what I have found, yes. Hopefully in the near future we can do a #coupetofastbackconversion on a #cougar

[@YungNitrous]

all I need to do is some how get a fastback roof lol

[@lostsocketgarage]

Dynacorn sells them and we are dealers for them. Reach out at [e-mail] ill see what I can do

[@anthonynappi8633]

Hey looking to do a fast back conversation and wondering how much can you get away without buying in one of the 6k+ conversion kits

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thats a Hard one. Ive seen people use donor fastbacks and cut the roof. Seen people make their own inner structure to save money. This is a hard one to do on a tight budget, but if you're patient and find bits and pieces here or there, Im sure you could do it.

[@fdwsr71]

Have you done a 1969 mustang coupe conversion to fastback?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Not yet no. Hopefully soon

[@stephenburke7778]

what the labor cost for a job like that?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email at [e-mail] for pricing

[@wayneprater8960]

Why did you replace the B pillars on this Coupe? Was their damage?

[@lostsocketgarage]

There was and also we had an extra pair.

[@darnicebriggs5023]

How hard is it to register one of these car.After reboby.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Vin Stays the same, you just register it as usual. Most states dont have "fastback" category ( I've never seen one), its just registered as a coupe either way.

[@philzellmer6073]

Please tell me where you found new body parts that actually fit!!!!???

[@lostsocketgarage]

We use all dynacorn metal. We are dealers for them. They don't always fit perfectly, little massaging needed but they are the best we have found.

[@philzellmer6073]

@@lostsocketgarage Excellent, I'll keep that in mind...I've tried several other sources and they were all junk....fenders that are a full inch too short!!...hoods with 3/4" too much arch...thanks much for the reply and the great video!

[@davidras4893]

Do you have a list of measurements at the critical points ?

[@lostsocketgarage]

email us at [e-mail] we will help ya!

[@holdencaulfied7492]

How much would your shop charge to do this job?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email @ [e-mail]

[@hardcorehenry1812]

Where's your shop and how much do you charge for a project like this?

[@lostsocketgarage]

We are in SLC Utah. Really depends on the year. DM us on FB or Insta, We'd be happy to give you a quote

[@ronaldhunter1560]

my name is ron hunter lol im a driveline tech but i also do restroremodg

[@mattcushing4978]

Do you still have that fastback from the grave available?

[@lostsocketgarage]

The 67 or the 69

[@mattcushing4978]

@@lostsocketgarage 67

[@joeshumo9457]

Nice Mufstain.

[@dbc105]

Do you have a rough price for the labor on this? maybe a starting price just? No parts, just the labor, not hard to get a price on the parts, you told us whcih brand you use. Thanks.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Around $8k

[@dbc105]

@@lostsocketgarage That's not bad. Do you have a rough idea on parts cost? I ask because I know where a 6cylinder coupe is sitting though I've not been able to buy it to this point. LOL, I'm still trying.

[@lostsocketgarage]

@@dbc105 for 67-68 it's around 5700

[@Jeffjackson1029]

what do you guys charge to do the conversion?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email @ [e-mail]

[@КапитанТимчо]

Do you guys do gt500(classic) shelby extra body work as well?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email @[e-mail]