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Project "Phoenix" update....

Reply #15 –
That exhaust looks so awesome.
[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

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Reply #16 –
The exhaust tips were bought from E-bay Australia.Genuine Ford parts.A couple of the shots barely show the tranny cooler I installed in front of the radiator Saturday.Took a little while to determine how to mount it and keep it looking factory.Finally figured that out after about an hour of trying this and that.I installed the dead pedal while I was doing everything else.It fit great,looks factory (which I like),and I haven't tried it yet because I forgot it was there today.I'll try to remember it next time.The interior is almost finished.On the table is my new adjustable FPR,new door handles,NOS ignition tumbler and door locks,High Performance 302 valve cover stickers (more genuine Ford parts) a metal I.D./info plate (I'll have it laser engraved when the car is finished).It has color,engine type,horsepower,builder,tranny,everything,twist locks for the hood (like the old Mach 1 Stangs).The hood locks are also genuine Ford parts from Australia.they were designed for the Ford falcon as well.They will be fully functional as they were designed.There are two Cobra emblems for the fenders I bought about 5 years ago.Still not sure I'll use them....probably not.I also have two Australian FPV badges with the Ford Falcon Superbird emblem (yes,that's what it's called).The car looks like  now,but it's actually getting very close to paint.I'm working out a few more small dings and a lot more sanding,then off to paint.I have a new JVC stereo with remote on the way (ordered one for my daughter's car,and my own).One step at a time.My wife wants the car painted by the time school starts.The color will be "Estate Green".It's a Ford SUV color.Kind of an olive green with metal flake.The trim between the front and rear wheels will be left off.If I change my mind,I can always go back and install it later.I'll pull the mirrors and sand them withh 1000,1500,and 2000 grit (wet-or-dry) and then polish them with some Mother's Billet polish.It'll give them a high gloss shine without paint,so,no chips from rocks.That's about all I can think of for now.I have a lot of prep work to do.
'88 Sport--T-5,MGW shifter,Trick Flow R intake,Ed Curtis cam,Trick Flow heads,Scorpion rockers,75mm Accufab t-body,3G,mini starter,Taurus fan,BBK long tube headers,O/R H-Pipe, Flowamaster Super 44's, deep and deeper Cobra R wheels, Mass Air and 24's,8.8 with 3.73's,140 mph speedo,Mach 1 chin spoiler,SN-95 springs,CHE control arms,aluminum drive shaft and a lot more..

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Reply #17 –
Wow, the wife is giving YOU an excuse to get more work done?  SWEET!  The car is gonna be awesome.  Have you decided on the color and/or design?

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Reply #18 –
Re-read the above.I edited it with a lot more info.
'88 Sport--T-5,MGW shifter,Trick Flow R intake,Ed Curtis cam,Trick Flow heads,Scorpion rockers,75mm Accufab t-body,3G,mini starter,Taurus fan,BBK long tube headers,O/R H-Pipe, Flowamaster Super 44's, deep and deeper Cobra R wheels, Mass Air and 24's,8.8 with 3.73's,140 mph speedo,Mach 1 chin spoiler,SN-95 springs,CHE control arms,aluminum drive shaft and a lot more..

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Reply #19 –
hooked on phoenix werked four me.

nice tips

you got connections in Australia?  I could use some Aussie heads....302C
1987 TC

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Reply #20 –
No connections,I just look around and ask a LOT of questions.I have the business card from the people I got the new hood locks from.They restore the old Falcons.I'm sure they may be able to help you.I'll look for the card and give you the info.

The Car will be Estate Green.A Ford SUV color.I really don't think I'll install a spoiler,but,I'm going to have them paint one for my car in case I change my mind down the road.That way,no paint matching,no hassle.It'll be stored in the garage as a "just-in-case".The scoops and the header panel will also be painted off of the car.I want good coverage.The lights will be removed as well as the side trim.
'88 Sport--T-5,MGW shifter,Trick Flow R intake,Ed Curtis cam,Trick Flow heads,Scorpion rockers,75mm Accufab t-body,3G,mini starter,Taurus fan,BBK long tube headers,O/R H-Pipe, Flowamaster Super 44's, deep and deeper Cobra R wheels, Mass Air and 24's,8.8 with 3.73's,140 mph speedo,Mach 1 chin spoiler,SN-95 springs,CHE control arms,aluminum drive shaft and a lot more..

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Reply #21 –
Green...that'll be different.  I'm not a huge fan of green, but it can look really nice on certain cars.  And after all the good work you've done so far, I'm sure this'll be one of those certain cars :) .

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Reply #22 –
It's comming along nicly. Those exhaust tips are just killer. I'm going to have my tail pipes redone and this has me thinking..........
88 Thunderbird LX: 306, Edelbrock Performer heads, Comp 266HR cam, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, bunch of other stuff.

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Reply #23 –
I wish i could find raven seats that are in that good of shape around here.

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Reply #24 –
Just woke up man, sorry. Fell back asleep after helping a freind with his car till about 3. Pics up in about 20 guys

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Reply #25 –
looks sweet man!!!, and mikey they are already up lol
RIP 1988 and 1990 Lincoln Mark VII LSC
I welcomed the dark side and currently am driving a 2000 Dodge Durango SLT plus, with a 5.9, Code named project "Night Runner"
Shes black on black, fully loaded, with headers, 180 tstat, e fan, straight exhaust into a cherry bomb vortex ler, full tune up, ported intake and T/B, MSD coil, and round aircleaner.
Mods to come: Fully rebuilt and heavily modded 46RE, and a richmond rachet locker.
my $300 beater ;)
R.I.P Kayleigh Raposa 12/18/90 - 2/24/07

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Reply #26 –
See, told ya I just woke up..... Long day so far. They look nice Vinnie. Keep kickin ass on that thing

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Reply #27 –
It's a very "easy" shade of green.Not dark at all,not lime color.Just a very subtle color.I like subtle,and being able to take care of business easily.Once the heads,valve body,and torque converter are in,it'll be a whole new world.the car is already quick,but I want brutal in a surprising way.I really don't want it to get noticed until the second look.You'll see.
  I got my Raven seats (front and back) for $150.00 from a guy on E-bay.They didn't mean anything to him obviously.If I ever find a set of all grey seats with the same functions (lumbar,adjustable side bolsters,front knee support),I'll swap them in.These seats were in great shape so I got them.I prefer grey,though.I'll find a set someday.I'm very patient.
  I notched the bumper,bumper brackets and bumper cover to stick those tips up there.My blue car was the same way,except it had 3 inch rolled angle cut round tips.I like the bumper like that.I came up with that about 5 years ago.It'll look a lot better when the car is painted.Right now,with all those colors and  going on,the car looks horrible.It's actually very straight and solid.No rattles,no major damage,never been wrecked.I just have to bring back the car's good side.
'88 Sport--T-5,MGW shifter,Trick Flow R intake,Ed Curtis cam,Trick Flow heads,Scorpion rockers,75mm Accufab t-body,3G,mini starter,Taurus fan,BBK long tube headers,O/R H-Pipe, Flowamaster Super 44's, deep and deeper Cobra R wheels, Mass Air and 24's,8.8 with 3.73's,140 mph speedo,Mach 1 chin spoiler,SN-95 springs,CHE control arms,aluminum drive shaft and a lot more..

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Reply #28 –
i think it looks good , but im used to mix matched colors, and primers on cars. those tips look right at home on there!
RIP 1988 and 1990 Lincoln Mark VII LSC
I welcomed the dark side and currently am driving a 2000 Dodge Durango SLT plus, with a 5.9, Code named project "Night Runner"
Shes black on black, fully loaded, with headers, 180 tstat, e fan, straight exhaust into a cherry bomb vortex ler, full tune up, ported intake and T/B, MSD coil, and round aircleaner.
Mods to come: Fully rebuilt and heavily modded 46RE, and a richmond rachet locker.
my $300 beater ;)
R.I.P Kayleigh Raposa 12/18/90 - 2/24/07

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Reply #29 –
Estate green