Ford Pinto
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Q: Ford Pinto ?
Just bought a ford pinto mpg .What does the mpg stand for and how rare is it ???
A: The real question is why did you buy that piece of crap?
Q: If you were involved in the ethical dilemma in the Ford Pinto case study, what solution would you recommend?
In the Ford Pinto Case, in the ethical dilemma discussed what would one recommend to the company for the unsafe car? Was Ford to blame in the Pinto Case?
A: The cases involving the explosion of Ford Pinto's due to a defective fuel system design led to the debate of many issues, most centering around the use by Ford of a cost-benefit analysis and the ethics surrounding its decision not to upgrade the fuel system based on this analysis.
http://www.wfu.edu/~palmitar/Law&Valuation/Papers/1999/Leggett-pinto.html (great link)
Q: What size tires does a 1979 Ford Pinto need?
I have a 1979 Ford Pinto wagon. The door tag is missing and the current tires are too big. Does anybody know what size tires it came from the factory with?
A: Putting in 'Original Tire size 1979 Ford Pinto' into Google instantly returned this web site:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/SelectTireSize.jsp?autoMake=Ford&autoModel=Pinto&autoYear=1979&autoModClar=
with the answer 165-13
Q: Can anyone tell me where the crankcase breather is on a 1982 Ford Pinto 4 cyl engine?
This engine is in my Bobcat and is apparently a Ford pinto engine.
A: this engines has positive crankase ventilation (hose from valve cover)also built in to oil cap hope this helps
Q: I heard that during the rapture Jesus will pick up all the saved in a Ford Pinto, is that true?
It's either going to be a Ford Pinto or an AMC Gremlin.
Does that mean only 3-4 people on Earth will be saved?
A: It will be a time of great disappointment when this doctrine of man is shown to be false.
He drives a Fury (Jeremiah 32:37).
Q: Should I get a Ford Pinto as my second car?
I'm going to learn with this little red car my family has passed down and is pretty safe but I am 100% in love with Ford Pinto's. I know their dangerous do you think it would still be safe enough as my second car? How dangerous are these, is it a huge threat to drive one?
Have they really fixed it so it was safe?
A: They had a major recall that if another car rear-ended you the gas tank could explode due to the positioning of it and it was an all around unsafe car.
Q: What law did Ford break in the Pinto case?
I'm doing an assignment for a class and I need to know what law was broken by the Ford Pinto explosion case. The exact question is "What law was being challenged in the Ford Pinto case?"
A: Ford did not break a specific law in the Pinto case.
Ford was found to be liable for Gross Negligence in it's design of the Pinto Gas Tank.
Q: Does anyone know where I could purchase a 1976 Ford Pinto?
I am looking for a 1976 Ford Pinto to restore in my spare time.
A: Maybe on this website...
Q: if i change the cam in a 1980 ford pinto too a race cam what els do i need to change?
im rebuilding my 1980 ford pinto's head. i found a 461500 Isky RACE cam that i wont to put in it. what type of valve springs and lifters will i need to go with the new race cam????? if there is anything els i will need plz tell me.......
A: I would say some more carburetion and a good set of headers..
Q: Where can I purchase new/refurbished Ford Pinto Motors?
I need a new motor for my 1980 model Ford Pinto.
I don't want ebay or classifieds.. anyone know an online business or somewhere near Elizabethton, Tennessee that will sell them?
A: Hello fellow Tennessean, you can get a Jasper Motor from about any repair shop, also Part stores like Advanced Auto and Auto Zone can order then for you.
Q: How does the 1971 Ford Pinto run?
I really want a pinto, but I'm not an expert on cars and how to maintain them. Is the 1971 Ford Pinto somewhat reliable? How much would it typically cost? What are the setbacks?
Thanks , Chels
A: sorry but if i were you i would not buy a ford pinto, they are rubbish , ugly and embarrassing!!!!
Q: Are there any car similar to the 1971 Ford Pinto?
I want a pinto really bad. But, I've heard that they blow up, and that's kind of scary.
Do you know of any better makes that still have that "old piece of shit car" feel. I don't care if you don't like the way they look, I'm not into ostentatious sports cars or soccer mom mobiles. Thank you very much.
Chelsea.
A: I would suggest a Mustang II they were built off the same platform, but are a little heavier and even had a v8 option.. Plus they have a cult following and some collectibility that is growing..
MustangIIMA : The Mustang II Members Association
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Q: How dangerous is it to drive a Ford Pinto through Chernobyl with Firestone tires?
And keep in mind that all this is happening while the Challenger is taking off.
A: ABOUT THE SAME AS EATING AMERICAN FAST FOOD- THE RESULTS COULD BE DISASTROUS!!!!!!!!
Q: what size carburetor comes factory on a 70 ford pinto?
I bought a 74 vw bug, but the guy said that the carb on it is off of a 70 pinto. i need to replace the air filter, but K&N needs the type of carburetor and I don't know, and cannot seem to find it. Help?
A: No listing for 70, but start at 71 and they had 2 different engines, the 1600/98 with 1 barrel. and 2000/122 with 2 bar. , so ask your parts man what he lists..
Q: Is it possible to put a 302 in a ford Pinto?
I know it would take some work and imagination but is it possible?
A: yes