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Misc Tech / fuel issues
You can order them from rockauto.com.  Just type the number in the part look up field and add to cart.  If they are for the return line you most likely want 1/4.  I did mine in 2003 and IIRC I used the 1/4.
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Misc Tech / fuel issues
Quote from: grutinator;287858
no. they're not like fuel filters horseshoe clips. they're a circle the size of the line with two tabs coming off of it going the direction of the line. but they're kinda specific because i searched my work and we had some laying around, but they're not exactly the same. and the old ones are too broken to compare to anything



me thinks you need doorman # 800-001
https://www.dormanproducts.com/cgi-bin/vm91corp30r/item-dtl.w?sid=bcqJmWdlUvpScdlt011290636118242389&item=800-001&icrid=&clt=hwrap1&vsrch_str=800-001&vsrch_brand=ALL&vsrch_cat=ALL&st_amount=&end_amount=&start=&vfrom=&prev=&vnext=&category_list=:0:0

if noone else has 'em rock auto should
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Suspension/Steering / Put off TOO long ...
Quote from: Old_Paint;287801

 
New problem, though. It's been sitting a while, so I'm hoping it's just corrosion in the switch. Problem is, if I just release the key after it cranks, it dies again. When I noticed that the speedo was going dark, didn't take long to figure out what was happening there. So, crank, and slowly let off the key, it runs just fine. Well, as good as it ever did.  Gonna pop the column covers tomorrow and see what I can find out. IIRC, there isn't any adjustment on the switch.  No rods going down the column like my F-150.  I guess I could replace it and re-use the lock-set from the original.  Get that fixed, and I'll head for an alignment shop ASAP. Who knows where the toe is set now. Dunno how the heck they were aligning it before, but no one ever said diddly about the slop in the steering.
 
Next project will be putting a new ler on it. That oughta be fun with no aftermarket direct fit. One-piece pipe/ler from cat to tail-pipe. Gonna have to cut it and put something in. I HATE the sound of a noisy V6. It'll make a good trainer car anyway.



Just buy a new ignition switch.  It is seperate from the lock assembly.  Should be under 20 bucks at any part place.

While you are there ask about an exhaust (if you are looking for stock replacement)  You need the midpipe, ler, and tailpipe.  If you want it to be one piece put it together with clamps, and go to an exhaust place and have them weld the joints.  I even see them on ebay  http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/85-86-Thunderbird-Cougar-ler-Exhaust-system-NEW_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp3286Q2em20Q2el1116QQhashZitem2c3ee4767eQQitemZ190033720958QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories
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Body/Appearance/Interior / 1985 Side Body Molding
Quote from: EricCoolCats;287357
I believe there were a few early 1983-84 T-Bird models that may have had the skinny molding. All other T-Birds had wide molding (1983-84 were "ribbed" between the wheelwells).


I bought a new base model bird off the lot in January 84 and I do remember on the sticker that the wide moldings were listed as an option.  51$ IIRC
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Lounge / Cash for clunkers...FINAL NUMBERS 9-26-09
Quote from: FordTruckFreeek;286303
Maybe the Govt should be giving rebates for Hooked on Phonics instead of paying people to blow up decent cars...:flip:


X2

unfortunately dat be tot of like picking on dem whar is underprivileged
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Engine Tech / no spark
TFI moudule, PIP (in distributor but best bet may be replace distributor)

Before buying parts run codes.  The faulty TFI or PIP usually throw codes  (14 & 18 IIRC)

I am no 2.3 expert but be sure the distributor is turning when you crank it over or it could be a timing belt.
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Drivetrain Tech / AOD not shifting into "D" and "OD"
Quote from: vinnietbird;284990
Check the TV cable (throttle valve or "kick down" cable) at the throttlebody and make sure it's hooked up and tight in place.I've had that problem twice,and twice I ended up having to replace the tranny.After that,5 speed.



Decent how to vid:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6L3hNzxdiYw&feature=channel_page

also check the linkage at the tranny where the TV cable hooks up, and make sure it is not binding.
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T-Bird/Cougar Parts & Cars FOR SALE / nos driver sunvisor red --- SOLD
Quote from: Seek;284944
I don't remember - how does the hinge mount to that as it apparently isn't there. I am interested in this though, too bad there isn't a pass side one as it doesn't want to go back up after pulling it down.



I would assume you use your original hardware.