1969 1/2 info

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  1. ocrays

    ocrays New Member

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    why do they call some 1970 mavericks a 69 1/2, any info please, thanks,
     
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    daydreamer Mavmenace

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    Any maverick that had the ignition switch mounted in the dash and NOT the column is classified as a 691/2.. hope this helps
     
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    Im pretty sure the reason is is called a 1969.5 is because it was released mid year.... Ford did the same thing with the mustang in 1964 1/2
     
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    both of those answers are right. welcome to the board.:Welcome:
     
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    SCORE!!! Thats probably one of my first correctly anwered questions on the board!

    o ya, Welcome Welcome Welcome:Welcome: :Welcome: :Welcome:
     
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  10. 69 ina 1/2

    69 ina 1/2 Fox body nut!!!

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    :Welcome: , and heres some other unique features about the 69 1/2....gas tank, neutral safety switch, ford did not issue a v8....
     
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