Pizza Delivery Driver to Shade Tree Mechanic, Phil Landes Interview
Phil Landes owns a 1967 Mustang GT convertible, 390 Big Block, 4 speed, deluxe interior/exterior decor group. All numbers matching. Here to share his unique story from pizza delivery driver to daily cruiser. Ford Mustang, The Early Years Podcast -- Guest Interview Application Do you own a early year Mustang?: 1967 Mustang GT convertible, 390 Big Block, 4 speed, If you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: 32 year Please upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/ellaIotaToiFrPu9Uj8w?Phil's67390GT.jpg?image/jpeg What do you do for a living?: Operations Manager at a commercial outdoor equipment store. Retired teacher and principal. If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: Added Wilwood brakes, electronic ignition, modern electric choke carburetor I also added the following factory options: Tilt steering, Power steering, console, aluminum tail light panels, 15x7 factory style wheels What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: I have always wanted to boost the horsepower of the 390 but, because it is the original driveline, I have hesitated. There are a lot of bolt-on aluminum parts (heads, intake, etc. ) that would reduce weight and add power but most days I appreciate the car the way it left the factory. If you are on social media, please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.: Facebook - Philip R. Landes: https://www.facebook.com/phil.landes.5 Instagram - philiplandes: https://www.instagram.com/philiplandes/ An Expert’s Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustang -- a handful of experts add their smarts and help you through preventive maintenance and challenges you might face when it comes to maintaining your pony. www.TheMustangPodcast.com/repair. Have an idea for the show or think you'd make a great guest, send an email to the host: doug@turnkeypodcast.com Get our episodes in your inbox follow the link in the show notes: www.TheMustangPodcast.com Thanks for listening, keep it safe, keep in rollin’ and keep it on the road! Until next time.