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Posted: 3/27/2024 5:53:28 PM EDT
88 5.0 LX convertible. Bought new in 88, sold it to FIL 30 years ago. Just bought it back from his estate. Only 27,000 miles and garaged all but first 3 years. No rust. Some minor body damage because my ex was lousy at parking. Looking to restore in phases.
Phase 1- get all options working properly ( rear quarter windows, cruise control, horn, instrument cluster lights, power locks). New stereo and alarm/security system. Phase 2- full body restoration Phase 3- performance upgrades Looking for recommendations for shops with excellent quality work. I'm central Ohio (just a bit east of Columbus). Willing to go anywhere in the state though to get the best results. |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 6:33:41 PM EDT
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That's going to cost thousands of $$. I would just keep it as is, and get a much newer Mustang to drive. But that's just me.
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Posted: 3/27/2024 7:13:41 PM EDT
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I forget is 88 speed density or mass air? Fox chasis cars were a lot of fun, I have not looked for a while but there used to be all kinds of parts available so should be an easy task, never cheap though.
Somewhere in my garage is an 85 T-top that I put a 289 and a top loader 4 speed in it, never completed, ran out of money. Next to it is the 69 Fastback, er sportsroof... Time or money... seem to run out of both 
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Posted: 3/27/2024 7:38:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By hkusp: That's going to cost thousands of $$. I would just keep it as is, and get a much newer Mustang to drive. But that's just me. |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 7:43:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cotter6015: I forget is 88 speed density or mass air? Fox chasis cars were a lot of fun, I have not looked for a while but there used to be all kinds of parts available so should be an easy task, never cheap though. Somewhere in my garage is an 85 T-top that I put a 289 and a top loader 4 speed in it, never completed, ran out of money. Next to it is the 69 Fastback, er sportsroof... Time or money... seem to run out of both 32 years ago:  Attached FileNow:  Attached File |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 3/27/2024 9:03:58 PM EDT
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These guys (and gals) are good people. I haven't had work done by them, but have had dealings with them.
https://hurricanehursongclassics.com/ |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 9:26:52 PM EDT
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Hell yes. That's exactly the type of project I love. I've been bringing an 89 IROC back to life for the past 6 years. It's so much fun. Go for it, OP. Enjoy yourself.
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Posted: 3/27/2024 9:31:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Ender875: These guys (and gals) are good people. I haven't had work done by them, but have had dealings with them. https://hurricanehursongclassics.com/ |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 10:12:57 PM EDT
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Don't forget the basics like fluids, tires, brakes, ignition system, and fuel.
Basically a good in depth tune up. If the tires are more than a few years old, replace them. Probably flat spotted and dry rotted. New filters and fluids. New coolant and hoses. Etc. |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 10:21:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jerret_S: Don't forget the basics like fluids, tires, brakes, ignition system, and fuel. Basically a good in depth tune up. If the tires are more than a few years old, replace them. Probably flat spotted and dry rotted. New filters and fluids. New coolant and hoses. Etc. |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 10:37:36 PM EDT
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I bought an 84 firebird in 87 that a rich kid thrashed. $400
This kid All but murdered that car. All that interior phase 1 electric check list I did myself. You could probably shorten that interior list and save some cash with a little time, a test light and YouTube. eBay source parts |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 10:50:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CavVet: I bought an 84 firebird in 87 that a rich kid thrashed. $400 This kid All but murdered that car. All that interior phase 1 electric check list I did myself. You could probably shorten that interior list and save some cash with a little time, a test light and YouTube. eBay source parts Several places online to buy darn near every part there is. Could almost order all the parts to build an entire car. |
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Posted: 3/27/2024 10:58:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SS65: Would need to buy a few tools that I don't have though. I've never bought a tool that I regretted buying.  Every used car I've ever bought, the first thing I end up doing one at a time is stuff like that. Saves me piles of cash, I learn about that vehicle, and it's something to do. I'll never forget going into Joanns and letting the gaggle of women in there pick the fabric to replace the headliner in an 84 s15 pickup. They guessed me to a felt like fabric. That headliner made me smile every time I looked up. I miss that truck. |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 8:40:23 PM EDT
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Replacing incandescent bulbs with LEDs may require a driver or different turn signal activator, they don't draw enough to make the old style flasher work. But definitely make it your own, my 'plan' is to restify when the time comes. Dontbe afraid to ask here if you need some specialty tools.
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Posted: 3/29/2024 7:59:24 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cotter6015: Replacing incandescent bulbs with LEDs may require a driver or different turn signal activator, they don't draw enough to make the old style flasher work. But definitely make it your own, my 'plan' is to restify when the time comes. Dontbe afraid to ask here if you need some specialty tools. |
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Posted: 3/31/2024 9:44:07 PM EDT
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Should have looked under the hood. Four of the stock valve cover bolts (two each bank of cylinders) have been replaced with whatever this is and I can only guess why.
Stock:  Attached FileNon-stock:  Attached File |
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Posted: 4/2/2024 12:20:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SS65: Should have looked under the hood. Four of the stock valve cover bolts (two each bank of cylinders) have been replaced with whatever this is and I can only guess why. Stock: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/111514/IMG_4085_jpeg-3175120.JPG Non-stock: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/111514/IMG_4084_jpeg-3175123.JPG They're stock. There were wire loom clips for the plug wires that slid down onto those studs. |
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Posted: 4/2/2024 7:36:47 AM EDT
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Thanks- not a mechanic (obviously). Was worried it was a sign of an underlying problem. Gasket much easier and cheaper to deal with.
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Posted: 4/2/2024 1:09:04 PM EDT
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Check out House of Pearls in Utica. I have no connection to them but
I've seen what they have done for "The Old Man's Garage" on You Tube. <-- Former central Ohio resident. |
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Posted: 4/2/2024 7:49:50 PM EDT
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Thanks- that's only 20 minutes away. Will check it out.
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Posted: 4/5/2024 8:18:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By KB7DX: Check out House of Pearls in Utica. I have no connection to them but I've seen what they have done for "The Old Man's Garage" on You Tube. <-- Former central Ohio resident. |
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Posted: 4/12/2024 4:14:46 PM EDT
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On the performance side, these guys may be able to help.
The Snake Pit |
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Posted: 4/12/2024 6:57:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Deputyjason: On the performance side, these guys may be able to help. The Snake Pit |
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