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  1. Slo5Oh89

    Engine New Oil Leak Help.

    Hi all, I have a '89 71K miles, I changed the oil the other day now I have random oil leak. Its near the rear of the engine on the passenger side, it is leaking without the engine running for days now. Pan and gasket are newer around 9 years or so they were replaced with no problems till now...
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    Suspension Odd body flex and suspension issue

    I have 89 vert. Very early on I had MM full length subframe connectors installed by a guy and the car was on a lift. Many years later front end is low to where tires rub also suspect Ford Racing springs need replaced. When trying to replace control arms its a STRUGGLE to get things lined up...
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    Autometer tach install 12v power neeeded.

    I have a 89 convertible that I am installing an Autometer tach on the a-pillar and I need 12 v power and illumination power. My tach on the cluster just goes to 7,000 RPM and sits there and well thats not working for me anymore! Have seen where you can go soder a new resistor in etc and that is...
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    Gt40 Heads Worth The Work?

    I have a chance to get a set of GT40 heads off I think explorer engines for 300 dollars. Now my question is after getting the springs replaced, buying 1.6 rockers etc and possibly getting them ported. Is it worth the effort? I have a stock engine plan to upgrade the intake also. But based on...
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    Installed New Power Steering Rack, Now Big Tire Rub..

    I have an 89 vert.... I installed a new rack and lined up the tie rod ends as much as possible.. now when turning either way I get big tire rub.. Does this sound like a common issue where the tie rod allingment may be off? Did not have this issue before unless I was all the way turned.. Help...
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    Front Left Sagging

    I have an 89 lx convertible. I recently had the k-member out to replace the oil pan. Now the front left is sagging to were I have terrible tire rub. Any ideas what to check. I also don't have the sway bar back on yet. I use ford motor sport Springs. Isolators are maybe 3 years old and looked...
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    Ford Racing Aluminum Driveshaft .. Worth It?

    I am looking at the FMS aluminum driveshaft and mainly wondering is the gain of acceleration actually noticeable? I don't have much issues in vibration issues. Or I don't notice anyway... Any input?
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    Power Steering Leak Help.

    I have a '89 LX 5.0 5-speed. So today I went to start it so I checked the fluids to find it needed steering fluid. I filled the pump then jacked it up got the flashlight out to look for the leak and I found it! Fluid is freely running from each dust cover on each side. I know little about...
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    Oil Pan Needs Replaced. Tubular K-member Questions.

    First off I have a '89 LX vert with a damaged oil pan thanks to the sway bar. (Problem fixed due to MM Sway Bar Relocation Kit) Well now the pan is past the point of being "okay", leaks from front plug like crazy. Been getting by since 2009 but now the pan has had it. I know 3 ways to change...
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    Charging Issues.

    Hello. I have an 89 vert 5.0. 2 months ago my alternator died. I replaced and charged the battery. good for well over a month. 2 weeks ago dead. today I had time to look at it. charged battery got it started. volt Guage was high at idle. Rev it and it would spike and trigger the volt dash...
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    Window Adjustment Help!

    I have an 89 convertible that I just can't not get the window to adjust not mater what I try. When I put the window up with the door closed there is just a little gap where the front part of the window has a small crack.Where the back of it is all the way up. And for the life of me can not just...
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    Convertible Window Guide Bushing.

    I have an 89 vert. I plan to replace window guide bushing due to wobble in the window. Seen the lmr YouTube video looknow straight forward. So after do I have to re adjust the window on the various points or just the nut back in same place on the guide rod?
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    89 Vert Inner Door Handle Issue. Advice Please!

    I have a continuing issue of breaking the inner door handle only on the passenger side. It almost seems to me that the rod from the handle to the latch may not of been installed correct as its very odd to get into the loop of the plastic handle. You can only place it on the rod then when you...
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    Need Tach Advice!

    When driving today look down and my tach is at 4 and a half but engine is at idle. Key on engine off goes to 4 again. Ideas?
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    Code 94 And 44

    Can this code be caused by the new hpipe not having cats? Or is that system just not functioning properly? In addition is it worth removing the smog pump?
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    Replacing Rear Control Arms. Any Tips?

    I am going to install sve upper and lower rear control arms. I am just looking fot tips or tricks from other peoples installs. do I need to keep the rear at an angle or anything? Or is it just straight forward? Any tips?
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    89 Throttle Response

    I have a pretty stock 89. I have noticed when I let off the gas there is a 1-2 second delay till the engine starts to reduce rpm. So I am starting to think it might be reducing my response with acceleration! I have zero idle issues. TPS Sesnor? I do have a MSD 6A box and coil. This just...
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    Front Tire Rub.

    I have an '89 LX. I have a tire rub issue and it has only gotten worse since its been lowered. And I do know the '89 has less clearance than I think the 90-93. Any idea on tire size? It has 17in Chrome Cobra rims. I did not buy them so I do not have any specs on them. Tires are 255/40/R17 I did...
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    Oil Pan Front Sump Plug Question.

    I have damage to the front sump of my oil pan where the plug is due to the sway bar hitting the pan. Now that problem has been resolved with shorter end links. With the damage I can not get a good seal with the drain plug. Have to add oil every weekend when I get it out of the garage. Does...
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    Spongy Brake Pedel Help

    Guys I need advice. I upgraded to mm brake hoses I bled the brakes had a shop bleed the brakes. Was bit better but pedal was soft. They said no air in it. If u get 3-4 pumps in when slowing the pedel firmed up. I have had zero issue before I need ideas other than the master cylinder failing...
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