Not to be outdone by Chrysler, Ford had to build and field its own race-duty big-block to compete with the 426 Hemi in drag and stock car racing. In competition trim, the Boss 429 powered Ford and Mercury stock cars to victory in NASCAR and the Mustang to many wins in drag racing. With this exclusive racing pedigree, the Boss 429 is among the most valuable and rare Mustangs ever built.

The project was the brainchild of Bunkie Knudsen, noted stylist Larry Shinoda, and other talented Ford personnel. The semi-hemi Boss 429 was so large, it couldn't fit in the small Mustang, so Kar-Kraft, a specialty car builder, had to shoehorn the engine into the compact Mustang fastback. Author Dan Burrill gives you the straight story on the Boss 429, its special equipment, 429 engine, 4-speed Toploader transmission, interior appointments, paint codes, and options. Also featured is the exciting story of developing this monumental engine, engineering the components and parts to fit the engine and chassis, and assembling the cars.

Each volume in the In Detail Series provides an introduction and historical overview, an explanation of the design and concepts involved in creating the car, a look at marketing and promotion, an in-depth study of all hardware and available options, and an examination of where the car is on the market today. Also included are paint and option codes, VIN and build tag decoders, as well as production numbers.

 Dedication 
 Acknowledgments 
 Introduction 
 
 Chapter 1: The Boss Project and Vehicle Identification 
 Vehicle and Engine Identification 
 Selecting the Mustang 
 Kar-Kraft: Ford’s Factory Speed Shop 
 Selling the Boss 429 Mustang 
 Limited Options List 
 
 Chapter 2: The Engine 
 Engine Variations 
 Rotating Assembly 
 Solid Lifter Conversion 
 Intake and Exhaust 
 Dry-Deck Cylinder Heads 
 Toploader 4-Speed Transmission 
 
 Chapter 3: Chassis and Suspension 
 Assembly Line Program 
 Suspension 
 Rear Suspension 
 Wheels 
 
 Chapter 4: In Competition 
 Engine Development
 Total Performance 
 Drag Racing 
 
 Chapter 5: Dealer Options and Model Year Changes
 Accessories and Options 
 Model Year Changes 
 
 Appendix: Boss 429 Details and Specifications

Specifications:

Pages: 96
Size: 8.25 X 9 (inches)
Format: Paperback
Illustrations: 124 color
Publisher: CarTech
ISBN: 9781613253168
Product Code: CT587