Saw this thread on NATO and thought it would be worth sharing. This is a great write-up on how to replace our dry-rotted dew-wipes, hope this helps those interested!
Hey all, purchased this 1986 Turbo Coupe April 2nd. It's California car with just around 80k on the clock (30k on the Ford Motor-sport speedometer which replaced the stock 85 mph one at about 50k). So far, I've had to replace the fuel-pump (I suppose that is to be expected since it was original).
Very happy with it so far; Seems to be in excellent mechanical condition, main issues are cosmetic (paint fade, fabric fade, and cracked rubber) due to the California sun. In addition, there is a bit of rust below the rear window trim.
So far, I've installed new headlights and ordered a dash-mat (to cover the cracks and keep new ones from forming).
Current plans are to: Replace the window trim pieces with ones which have been stripped of paint, replace the window dew wipes, install a dynomax-ultraflo ler (the stock one has an exhaust leak), and replace the stock shift- with a solid aluminum one (to prevent wear on the stock one).
In addition, when I replace the rear window trim, I will assess the rust-damage. I may seal it with a spray-able rubber sealant to keep it from getting worse (Rust-oleum peel coat).
Hoping to experiment with "dipping" it in different colors when I can create a suitable booth in the garage.
No plans on performance mods, want to keep it stock and reliable.
I have always liked these cars especially in the 1983-1986 form and hope to own one soon.
I honestly have never even SEEN a 1983-1986 in person.
I hope to soon change that by possibly meeting up with someone, on this site, who is in the Atlanta area so I can see what these are all about.
I'd buy you lunch and we can talk cars.
I've had a 1995 Super-Coupe 5-Speed my senior year of high-school in 2013 (very fun) Daily is a 1995 BMW 325is Weekend car is a 1985 BMW 325e (on it's second engine because a mouse found its way between the cam and timing belt...) Current father/son project is a 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII 5-speed swap
I feel like a Turbo Coupe is the next step, thanks for taking the time to read!