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T-Bird/Cougar Parts & Cars WANTED / WTB Trunk Lid Panel
I know this is a long shot but I’m looking for the panel that some of our cars came with that goes under the trunk lid. It’s carpet covered to match the trunk kit. I’ve only seen them a few times. If anyone has 1 they can part with let me know. Need to fit 87 Tbird. Thanks.
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Body/Appearance/Interior / Headliner, Tips/Advice ?
Need to replace my headliner in my 87 bird. Is this something I can do on my own or should I get a quote from an upholstery shop? My concern is it not being smooth and having wrinkles. Will the rear panels have to be removed or just lose? Thanks as always, Ray
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Audio & Other Aftermarket Electronics / Tweeter location ?
I picked up some 2 way separates awhile back and can't decide a good location for the tweeter. Thought about in the dash where the 3.5s were originally but that may be too far from the 6.5s in the doors? Also thought of mounting them on the triangular piece by the mirrors? Any suggestions?
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Electrical Tech / Low oil pressure warning buzzer on
I have the full digital dash in my bird and had a set of buttstuffog gauges installed. Now my oil pressure in dash reads LOW & the warning chime is on. I supplied a T- fitting for oil sender and notice it was not used? Seems I read the factory sender could be grounded to turn of the warning chime? Any thoughts on what I need to look for?
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Lounge / Happy 4th
Wishing everyone a Happy & safe 4th... Thank you to our service men & women for the sacrifices you make so we can enjoy the freedoms we have..
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Engine Tech / Dual exhaust on SO
I'm thinking of installing headers,H-pipe & duals as I gather parts for ho conversion . Any tips or advice? Its on my 87 Bird with AOD floor shift... headers are BBK shorties and H-pipe is a stock unit from a 93 stang. Thanks for any help.
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Engine Tech / Rocker arm size?
I had a TFS1 spring kit installed on my gt40 heads while they were at the machine shop. I will be running a stock ho cam and need to know what rockers I should use?(1.6...1.7?).. Also can stock push rods be used? 87 5.0 SO to HO conversion.... Oh, these are 3 bar not P heads. Thanks.
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Engine Tech / Tapping explorer intake for ACT
For those who have done the explorer intake swap, what size drill bit did you use? Also what size tap? I hope to work on my intake this weekend. Thanks for the help...Ray.
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Electrical Tech / Full digital gauge problem
Had the Bird out tonight and when I switched to headlights I could no longer read my speed,fuel,etc... Could this be a relay problem? ( if so where do I look).. It shouldn't be a fuse or bulbs because the instruments show properly without the lights on? Any ideas would be appreciated, thanks.
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Miscellaneous For Sale/Wanted / Oakley Sunglasses
Oakley "Fuel Cell" sunglasses.  Polished black frames with grey tinted lenses. 75$/shipped(lower 48). New still in box and Oakley bag. Got these as a gift and don't care for them.
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Electrical Tech / Adding electric gauges
Hope this is the right place for this. I bought some electric Autometer gauges. The kit came with new sending units but my car has the full electric dash. Can I still add these in a pod or is it possible some dash functions will be lost? I stopped my car by a local speed shop and they wanted no part of it. lol. Is it possible to keep the dash gauges but have these as a more "accurate" back up? When it comes to electrical im lost. Thanks for any input.
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T-Bird/Cougar Parts & Cars WANTED / Center console
I'm looking for a full length console from a 4-eyed bird. I only need the shell & armrest lid. Color doesn't matter as I will paint/dye it. Anybody have 1 or can find 1? Thanks, Ray.
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Lounge / Happy 4th
Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday. Thank you to all who have served or are currently serving in our military. Your sacrifices allow us to enjoy the freedoms that too many seem to take for granted. HAPPY 4TH OF JULY.
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General Fox T-Bird/Cougar Discussion / fog light dimensions
Anyone know the dimensions of 87-88 Hella TC fog lights? I had a set in poor condition but cant find them in my spare parts. Need measurement so I can look for a replacement aftermarket set.. Thanks guys.
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Suspension/Steering / Soft ( low ) peddle after 8.8 TC rear axle swap
Ok, I have done a search and getting many answers. Here goes, I had a buddy swap in a TC rear into my 87 bird(5.0). It went pretty smooth minus a couple snags. 1st after bleeding brakes multiple times they still feel soft. He didn't swap the proportioning valve with a TC unit..Is there a difference since my PV is for drum brakes and the TC is metered for disc? Should I swap the MC next and if so what is a DIRECT swap? Last how can I get the emergency brake connected? He said its different on my car than the TC. Thanks, Ray.