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Not the greatest pictures, but the only ones that I could find quickly.

https://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/65-66-WASHER-HOSE-CLIPS-ON-COWLFIREWALL-SET-OF-2-P1214.aspx

Were the '66 Shelby sill plate emblems installed on top of the Ford script emblems?

I have seen quite a few carryover cars where the SA labels were glued directly over top of the black Ford labels.

You usually don't see this in later production '66s.

On GT350s, you will find the early carpet on the first batch of cars (100+) and also the second batch (the next 100+).

The front to rear battery cables that I have seen on every car is black.

The 7/65 dated shocks that I have observed are like the ones you posted.
Earlier dates have the smaller top bushings.

I have only ever seen "G2" on the GT350 (with 4 spd) radiators.

That being said, I have occasionally seen radiators that were originally/factory installed in these cars that were changed to "G2" by soldering a stamped plate over the original debossed designation.

I've seen more of these on early GT350s.

Looking for information on whether the reproduced 66 Shelby chrome Magnum 500 wheels are available? I see they are no longer on the Wheel Vintiques web site or on Mustang vendors websites.

Also looking for recommendations on which company makes the best chrome Magnum 500 14" wheels.

Thank you.

They have unfortunately been discontinued.

There are no correct ones available on the market. They were really nice, and I wish they were still available.

I get inquiries at least weekly for them.

Your only choice would be to find originals. Those are getting tough to find as well.

Something to consider about the gold color...discoloration from gas/gas fumes over the years maybe.

As others have said, Autolite 45 plugs will work great for you.

Here is the original from 6S933:

Wanted:

Blue Thunder brand single 4V Large Letter Cobra Intake Manifold

New or good used. I am only interested in the Blue Thunder version, not Drake or an original.

Thank you

As Charles mentions, based on the part number, that is definitely an alternator belt for a smaller/standard alternator pulley and not a HiPo.

The flat style screws are readily available new.

We carry them.

https://www.virginiaclassicmustang.com/Convertible-Well-Liner-Rear-Valance-Roof-Rail-Trim-Screws-set-of-11-P3525.aspx

The ones with the smaller heads are not difficult to find.

I will note that 6S1732 also has the flat style on the third screw (at the bumper guard) on each side.

Originally, the rear valance was hung in place and sprayed body color, which explains a few screws being painted.

If possible, it always a great idea to document all original details on a car when taking it apart. Even cars that have been "messed with" over the years retain some valuable original details. This includes paint colors and overspray patterns on the underside.

All to often, the disassembly process  and stripping process occurs too quickly and without documentation. There is absolutely no substitute for duplicating original details to the particular car. It is unfortunately rarely done this way.

Very well done!

The painted Magnum look on a '66 is really cool.

To answer your questions, they are both probably original.

You will find the oval holes on the earlier cars.

Usually, a bit into the '66 production, I have found that you will start seeing the valances with the round holes. Lots of times these valances used a screw like shown in the picture below. This is a picture of the original valance and screws on 6S1732. I would expect to see the same ones on your car, 6S2227.

Most of the NOS Ford rear valances that I have seen will have the round hole. Sometimes though, you will find earlier NOS versions with red primer and the oval holes.



I will add that you will usually find that the valances with oval holes using a screw with a flange.

Here is a picture of the original rear valance and screws on 5S162:

Brant, How does the personal property tax work in Va? On an annual basis what do you get taxed on in regards to Personal Property Tax? Thanks.
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It varies by locality...county, town, or city. Then there are so-called "tax relief" bills, etc. It may depend on the item being taxed as well. Obviously, places like Northern VA have higher rates than rural areas.