As I pick away at replacing aged items for no other reason but they are old and it’s a small price to pay for the confidence to avoid break down or not cooking a great running motor. Up to now, Hoses, Radiator, Alternator (Starter, Regulator, which did fail), Water Pump, Battery, and Tires. According to VIN # this car left the factory as a V-6. Now has a 2.3, single spark plug Turbo with an aftermarket intercooler and plumbing, Installed by a previous owner. Looking to replace the Plugs , Wires, Cap, Rotor, Condenser, or whatever I will find under the cap. Questions: How do I identify exactly what his motor is? What are the best Spark Plugs. From what I see in other posts, Motorcraft is recommended for the distributor items. Thanks
Going on a few months now that enjoying my new to me 85 Turbo Coupe, 5-Speed stick, T-Bird. This one is a driver that purrs like a kitten and hums along at higher RPM s. Open for consensus from group, Both opinion and fact ? What is considered abuse, or what these 2.3 Four cylinder motors were designed for? This is not as my daily driver and I like taking it out on a weekend morning when traffic is quiet and running the tach around the 4000 RPM range for extended intervals through the local twisted back roads. (which feels to me on this motor, as what I'm calling the "sweet- spot" around 4K ) Over the years I've restored my share of muscle V-8s. This 4-cylinder stuff is new to me, so far I'm impressed.
I have just acquired this project, the important stuff is there and I have a laundry list of misc. stuff starting with headlight bucket hardware. I am looking for sources or part numbers for new or old, in new condition. I see a lot on e-bay ect. but The retainer spring style is my big question. I have found two different ( rusty) types on the vehicle and want to replace all 4 with new that will hold, but be so tight that they rip out the plastic body at the anchor socket. Also Replacements for the adjuster screws and snap in hardware. Thanks John C
