What did you do to your car today?

[MyBlackBeasts]

I found the clunk/grating/scraping noise on the new F250 that was driving me INSANE!!!!! Ford has a problem with the body mount rubber compound on 2005 - 2018 F250/F350's. It starts deteriorating after a few years.

This is what it's supposed to look like
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This is what it starts to do
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This is the one that was making noise. Without the rubber to space them out the metal cup the mount sits in was resting directly on the frame
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[MyBlackBeasts]

Comparison good one vs. bad one
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Because Ford STILL has not updated the rubber compound, I found a company that makes 4x4 off road aftermarket parts. They have a polyurethane & Kevlar bushing kit. https://www.daystarsuspensionparts.com/kf04050kv ($156 on Amazon). The kit covers F250 1999 thru 2018 and F350 2005 thru 2018.

I replaced the #3 & #2 position left and right ones today (6 total). The 2 #1s I'll do next weekend. Too much other stuff to do this weekend. Good news is, quiet as a Lincoln... [emoji4]


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[musclemerc]

Also after god knows how many years I detailed my engine bay. After the car show of course. [emoji1303]

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Looking good Bob!

[musclemerc]

My Marauder has been sitting untouched for more than a year. Been doing some work on the front half of the car and noticed my Froozenboost heat exchanger needed some immediate attention.

All the welded mounting tabs had cracked from vibration and stress and needed replacement. I installed longer and heavier material so it never happens again. I could have whipped out my spool gun but had some stuff on the shelf for years dying to get used. Durafix welding rods saved the day and made her as strong as ever.

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[justbob]

My Marauder has been sitting untouched for more than a year. Been doing some work on the front half of the car and noticed my Froozenboost heat exchanger needed some immediate attention.

All the welded mounting tabs had cracked from vibration and stress and needed replacement. I installed longer and heavier material so it never happens again. I could have whipped out my spool gun but had some stuff on the shelf for years dying to get used. Durafix welding rods saved the day and made her as strong as ever.

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I had the mount welds on my condenser all crack and develop a leak. I knew I was gambling when I tied the upper ones to the core support and the lowers to the frame rails because of flex but gambled anyways. It lasted a couple of years. Because of lazy I just mounted the replacement one the same way and it’s still holding good after 5 or more years now? Still not the right way but seems to work. [emoji6]


Looking good Bob!

Thanks Travis!


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[justbob]

Took her out to the local C@C and turned some heads! Some stupid fast cars there for sure!
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[Joe Walsh]

Marauder looks great Bob!

(Also lovin' the Cadi V)

BTW: The Audi and NSX prove that having money does NOT guarantee that you have good taste.

Rather than 'Art Cars' ....I call them 'Barf Cars'

[tbone]

FINALLY figured out my fuel pump/FPDM/relay/Boost a pump/upgraded wiring occasional cutout issue.
Bad ignition cylinder. I even had a new one sitting in a box for 4 years waiting for installation.

[03Merc]

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Washed it, n went to Walmart.


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[MyBlackBeasts]

Step father’s truck. He hit so many deer up where he was living he stopped fixing the damage. Headlights were so badly oxidized it was like driving with them off at night. The bumper support was bent causing the skin ends to be all askew. I decided to replace headlamps as it was too dangerous to drive at night. When I saw how cheap the parts were, decided to surprise him and replace all the damaged stuff.

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[MyBlackBeasts]

All together and sparkly new! Some spots don't line up well but given the vehicle has hit 7 deer [emoji33], it's amazing it lines up as well as it does! New
headlamps, grille, metal bumper frame, bumper core support. $350 Just have to remove the Ram emblem from old grill & install on new one
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[MyBlackBeasts]

New exhaust y-pipe back
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[justbob]

Your shelving is starting to sag. Does that with age she said.
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[MyBlackBeasts]

Your shelving is starting to sag. Does that with age she said.
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Hahahaa!!! that's a 1/2" plywood shelf about 3' wide with a thousand pounds of crap on it and has been sagging for 10 years. I'm surprised its still holding and hasn't collapsed.

[Mr. Man]

Hahahaa!!! that's a 1/2" plywood shelf about 3' wide with a thousand pounds of crap on it and has been sagging for 10 years. I'm surprised its still holding and hasn't collapsed.There's a scene in the movie "The Straight Story" I think your step father would appreciate pertaining to those deer.


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[kirk]

Started the "put her to bed" process on the '63. A pretty inactive summer for that old girl this year. Better luck next year.

[ChiTownMaraud3r]

Had my gorilla locks forced off today as I lost the damn key at some point, all is well now and swapped back to factory wheels/tires for hitting Mo's speed shop, and for hibernation this season.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Replaced PS lines on a friends 2005 Trailblazer. All I can say is I hope GM fired the moron that did that design work!:shake:

[the fat bastid]

Got the roof and trunk painted. The paint on both was cracked badly all over and the roof was starting to rust.
Body guy says he worked with a Mercury-lincoln dealer back in the early 2000s and told me for some reason all the cars are painted twice and that causes cracking over time. (thicker paint and layers = easier to crack or something)
Sure enough, he shows me by sanding through clear/paint/clear/paint/primer on both panels. Why did ford do this?

[MENINBLK]

That is a very different explanation than what I had heard.

I had heard thar Ford had sprayed alcohol through the paint guns to clear the paint from the machines and never put air through the paint guns to clear the alcohol before applying the next layer of paint, so the alcohol was in-between the layers.
Now it makes sense that they painted the cars twice to cover up their mistake.

[MENINBLK]

FINALLY figured out my fuel pump/FPDM/relay/Boost a pump/upgraded wiring occasional cutout issue.
Bad ignition cylinder. I even had a new one sitting in a box for 4 years waiting for installation.

That is a known issue. The coils backfire into the wiring harness and it causes the ECM to shut down.
Then you have to cycle the ignition to get the ECM to reboot and restart the engine.
I replaced all my coils because of that.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Started installing new Kenwood Garmin Nav head unit to replace the useless inop Sync 1 unit. Wanted to replace it with a Sync 3 but holy c rap! $3500/$4000!!!

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[MyBlackBeasts]

It works!

All back together! I felt like a vet taking care of a prolapsed calf bed!!! [emoji38]

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[MyBlackBeasts]

F250:
Finished radio install job. VERY nice unit. Kenwood DNR876S with Garmin NAV.

Replaced washer solvent pump line, nozzle line and nozzles. Heat and age caused them to crack off and crumble. Sprays great now.

Reinstalled front inner fenders. Left them out from cab mount job for having under coating done.

Removed the new but wrong (long story that involved a lot of cursing) trans pan and installed the original pan after having the drain plug insert welded. It broke loose and was spinning rendering the drain plug useless


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[J D]

Finally did the o-Rings in my EATC! So good to have air through the vents again. Two of those suckers were dried out and brittle, of course, you do all 4 while you have it out with fresh silicone ones.

Should have done this sooner, about an hour's work, and $5 in parts. And if anyone needs some O-Rings, I've got about 96 more to spare! :D

[justbob]

Put her to bed on the top bunk, covered her up, and plugged her in. Didn’t quite hit 1,000 miles this year, same as last.

Rolled the John Deere into the bottom bunk and plugged him in as well.

No bikes this year, sold the last one a couple weeks of months back. Just a 900rr frame, engine, and ninja 600 engine left over for go cart projects.


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[Mr. Man]

Put her to bed on the top bunk, covered her up, and plugged her in.

:confused: Are you referring to the Marauder or your female sex cyborg? :D





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[justbob]

Put her to bed on the top bunk, covered her up, and plugged her in.

:confused: Are you referring to the Marauder or your female sex cyborg? :D





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The doll is wireless with built in Bluetooth and a seat warmer..

As for the quote, I shut down that part of the internet because bored. [emoji6]


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[Joe Polo]

Tuned up my daily beater 02 Ford Ranger with a 3.0L V6. FUN. haha

[hotford]

Changed out the battery for a new one, last one was date coded 09/14, 6 years isnt too bad!

[03Merc]

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Unburied it from the Snow Storm.


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[Joe Polo]

Fixed my overhead console display and the overhead console that broke when I removed it, I was being so careful too. :(

[NXSBOB]

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Unburied it from the Snow Storm.
In Florida??

[Joe Polo]

Went to pick and pull and looked at a Marauder that was plucked clean. Was a sad sight to see.

[03Merc]

In Florida??

No, not Florida.

Upstate NY.


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[MyBlackBeasts]

No, not Florida.

Upstate NY.


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Ok, I'll bite. Why does your "location" say South FL?

[03Merc]

Ok, I'll bite. Why does your "location" say South FL?

Because I lived in South Florida and drove up north for the summer and spring and winter came up quick! Haha, spending time with My family here but should head back down in a month or so. It's toooo damn cold!!


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[Joe Polo]

Took out my cluster to clean it out, there was bug in there. :(
Changed my driver door switch pack to get my auto down in action again.
Installed my undercover visor light to mess with my friends. Haha
Tried to diagnose my cruise control with no luck.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Took out my cluster to clean it out, there was bug in there. :(
Changed my driver door switch pack to get my auto down in action again.
Installed my undercover visor light to mess with my friends. Haha
Tried to diagnose my cruise control with no luck.

undercover visor light???

[Joe Polo]

undercover visor light???

I used to work for a government agency on the Police and tactical vehicles and we would strip them out of the police equipment and throw most of it away. One of the undercover vehicles has a light that attached with Velcro straps to the visor and used the cigarette lighter to power it. Going to mess with some buddies here and there for some laughs.

[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

just returned from deployment
I think I need a new Alternator for the Marauder
More to follow

[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

i have the maruder running well, with new tires. next up is registration and inspection

[Joe Polo]

Fixed my cruise control. Bad deactivation switch caused it to not work at all. $5.48 for a Motorcraft switch. Took me longer to get the panel off under the dash then change the switch haha


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[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

did an oil change and steering fluid flush. it was over due.
next is the parking brake, exhaust and finally NYS inspection.
more to follow

[loud2004marquis]

What brand oil and filter did you use?

[03Merc]

Replaced both rear door lock actuators without drilling out the rivet bracket. Easier than I expected.


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[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

got the parking brake fixed and NYS inspection complete while retaining the straight piped exhaust.

[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

ordered an SCT tuner for the old girl. Im a horsepower junkie

[MyBlackBeasts]

So, Monday morning I went to start Big Green ("new" F250) and she was stone cold dead... :confused:

Jumped in Pontiac to get to office. Left early to diagnose. Battery puked and the bad one sucked all the juice from #2.

I had entertained replacing the batteries in October when doing all the other work as they were 36m Motorcraft that looked 5+ years old or could even be OEM given it is a southern truck BUT given I had hemorrhaged SOOOOO much $$$ lately I decided to delay.

Went to a big parts chain that I wont name (but initials are AZ) to get 2 new batteries. They offer an AGM unit and since the last Sears store within 100 miles closed, I've gone to them for batts.

Website showed they had in stock but of course - only 1.

The kid brings the one to me and states I may not want it as date code is 2018 (poor manager!!!). I said no thanks, get me 2 new ones and I'll pick them up tomorrow.

So I get there today and there is 1 brand new unit by register waiting for me and the guy "has to go get #2". He walks up with the same 2018 unit I rejected yesterday! No caps on the posts, same charger clamp marks on the posts, no date code sticker (the kid pulled it off when I was originally there) and same finger marks in the dust we made when originally inspecting it. :mad: "We sent that one back..." :mad:

I didn't get pissed, didn't make a scene (y'all would have been proud of me! :D). I simply stated for what they cost ($200) I would not accept any unit w/o 2020 or newer date code and as no date sticker on it I would not accept.

Picking up a new "new" one tomorrow.

The adventure continues! :)

[Peace2Peep]

duplicate....sorry

[Peace2Peep]

So, Monday morning I went to start Big Green ("new" F250) and she was stone cold dead... :confused:

Jumped in Pontiac to get to office. Left early to diagnose. Battery puked and the bad one sucked all the juice from #2.

I had entertained replacing the batteries in October when doing all the other work as they were 36m Motorcraft that looked 5+ years old or could even be OEM given it is a southern truck BUT given I had hemorrhaged SOOOOO much $$$ lately I decided to delay.

Went to a big parts chain that I wont name (but initials are AZ) to get 2 new batteries. They offer an AGM unit and since the last Sears store within 100 miles closed, I've gone to them for batts.

Website showed they had in stock but of course - only 1.

The kid brings the one to me and states I may not want it as date code is 2018 (poor manager!!!). I said no thanks, get me 2 new ones and I'll pick them up tomorrow.

So I get there today and there is 1 brand new unit by register waiting for me and the guy "has to go get #2". He walks up with the same 2018 unit I rejected yesterday! No caps on the posts, same charger clamp marks on the posts, no date code sticker (the kid pulled it off when I was originally there) and same finger marks in the dust we made when originally inspecting it. :mad: "We sent that one back..." :mad:

I didn't get pissed, didn't make a scene (y'all would have been proud of me! :D). I simply stated for what they cost ($200) I would not accept any unit w/o 2020 or newer date code and as no date sticker on it I would not accept.

Picking up a new "new" one tomorrow.

The adventure continues! :)

i've got a 2005 Ford Excursion with the 6.0 diesel (with all the mods to make it last...270K and climbing..) and I have had fabulous experiences with two batteries: Northstar (example) https://www.odysseybattery.com/produ...hstar-battery/ (https://www.odysseybattery.com/products/nsb-agm65-northstar-battery/)

and X2Power. Check this one out!

https://www.batteriesplus.com/produc...sel/sli65agmdp (https://www.batteriesplus.com/productdetails/battery/car-and-truck/ford/excursion/2005/v8-6.0l-750cca-diesel/sli65agmdp)

Both are made by same company. 5 year non prorated warranty? They had me at hello!

Originally I was running XS Power batteries and since i got them from Summit racing, I was able to get replacements for free! But I got tired of the 2 year replacement battery carousel...these have lasted!

[MyBlackBeasts]

So, Monday morning I went to start Big Green ("new" F250) and she was stone cold dead... :confused:

Jumped in Pontiac to get to office. Left early to diagnose. Battery puked and the bad one sucked all the juice from #2.

I had entertained replacing the batteries in October when doing all the other work as they were 36m Motorcraft that looked 5+ years old or could even be OEM given it is a southern truck BUT given I had hemorrhaged SOOOOO much $$$ lately I decided to delay.

Went to a big parts chain that I wont name (but initials are AZ) to get 2 new batteries. They offer an AGM unit and since the last Sears store within 100 miles closed, I've gone to them for batts.

Website showed they had in stock but of course - only 1.

The kid brings the one to me and states I may not want it as date code is 2018 (poor manager!!!). I said no thanks, get me 2 new ones and I'll pick them up tomorrow.

So I get there today and there is 1 brand new unit by register waiting for me and the guy "has to go get #2". He walks up with the same 2018 unit I rejected yesterday! No caps on the posts, same charger clamp marks on the posts, no date code sticker (the kid pulled it off when I was originally there) and same finger marks in the dust we made when originally inspecting it. :mad: "We sent that one back..." :mad:

I didn't get pissed, didn't make a scene (y'all would have been proud of me! :D). I simply stated for what they cost ($200) I would not accept any unit w/o 2020 or newer date code and as no date sticker on it I would not accept.

Picking up a new "new" one tomorrow.

The adventure continues! :)

Installed battery # 1 yesterday, installed #2 today. Truck snapped right off, 14.9v = all good! I'm back on the road. :D

[8UWITH6]

Had no heat in DTRded yesterday on the way home. Got home and opened the hood no coolant in the bottle. Added 3/4 gallon of coolant to the crossover tube, put cap back on, shut the hood and went inside. Drove to work this morning had heat!!! Fixed it!!!

[fastblackmerc]

Had no heat in DTRded yesterday on the way home. Got home and opened the hood no coolant in the bottle. Added 3/4 gallon of coolant to the crossover tube, put cap back on, shut the hood and went inside. Drove to work this morning had heat!!! Fixed it!!!

Did you look to see here the missing coolant disappeared to?

[8UWITH6]

FBM, The original radiator finally cracked around the upper hose inlet. Doing the radiator tomorrow. :)

[Grimrepairman]

May be worth doing the hoses too. I had one blow out over the summer, planning on doing the remainder when I have time. They're not getting any younger and hoses are way cheaper than an engine or cylinder head.

[Joe Polo]

Mounted my expensive ass spoiler haha

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[Pantera]

Installed a K&N cold air intake. Sounds better thats for sure.

[MyBlackBeasts]

HEAT WAVE!!! 40* and bright sunny today so did some stuff on F250 I've been putting off due to cold. Removed deer damaged mudflap so I can fix it, Checked out drivers heated seat that wasn't working very good (looks like just a restricted filter), cleaned out trash, swept front floor and installed new Weathertech mats.

[justbob]

Meh. 51 and sun here and haven’t even opened the door. Couch trip day and as far as I’m concerned if I’m not getting paid to leave I can easily wait till 70* to embark on springtime duties...!


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[STLR FN]

After 16yrs finally ordered my FPG Certificate of Authenticity...other than that looking for new fenders, brakes, tranny rebuild n such to get her on the road.

[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

a quick wash was required

[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

installed some window visors IOT cut down on the wind noise.

[Peace2Peep]

Washed her and scrubbed the poop (brown brake dust) off my tires...she looks way better!


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[NickT02LS]

replaced spark plugs and coils, installed cold air intake. No more bucking, runs good now :)

[justbob]

Still at rest..
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[03Merc]

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Got the front lip repainted and installed it.


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[WhatsUpDOHC]

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Got the front lip repainted and installed it.


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[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

attempted to installed LED tail lights from Amazon, failed miserably, attempted to installed LED tail light bulbs, removed them due to the erratic flashing. as my dad would say - if it aint broke - LEAVE IT ALONE !

[Joe Polo]

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Picked the Marauder up from a fresh detail and Ceramic coat. Took some glamor shots.


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[Commodore Crap]

Washed it.
Looking for 2 new rims because my back ones are shot.


-ryan s.

[justbob]

Wasn’t really planning on starting the season till April or May but got a bug up my butt to start cleaning the garage. Next thing I knew the Deere was back outside, snowblower and salt spreader back in the shed, car down/cover off/tender off, and now the cross kart resides above the car instead of under. A little change of scenery..


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[WhatsUpDOHC]

Wasn’t really planning on starting the season till April or May but got a bug up my butt to start cleaning the garage. Next thing I new the Deere was back outside, snowblower and salt spreader back in the shed, car down/cover off/tender off, and now the cross kart resides above the car instead of under. A little change of scenery..


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[MyBlackBeasts]

"Wasn’t really planning on starting the season till April or May but got a bug up my butt to start cleaning the garage. Next thing I knew the Deere was back outside, snowblower and salt spreader back in the shed, car down/cover off/tender off, and now the cross kart resides above the car instead of under. A little change of scenery.."

So I can blame you for the next 3 blizzards... :D

[justbob]

"Wasn’t really planning on starting the season till April or May but got a bug up my butt to start cleaning the garage. Next thing I knew the Deere was back outside, snowblower and salt spreader back in the shed, car down/cover off/tender off, and now the cross kart resides above the car instead of under. A little change of scenery.."

So I can blame you for the next 3 blizzards... :D

Yup!
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[2mercs]

Cut the speaker holes bigger for 6x9 in the rear. Installed a set of infinity speakers I bought on black Friday. Going to replace the fronts as the week goes on. Trying to work on the car more this year. Going out in the garage with the wife after dinner for an hour or two. I had no motivation for it last year. Heck only drove it twice last summer.

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[NickT02LS]

1) I performed the Cylinder head rear cooling mod
2) Installed 180 T-stat
3) Installed Marty Tune

Have not driven the car yet as it is in the last 3-5 hour cooling off stage to fill and burp coolant as per https://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?98532-Cooling-System-Burp-Procedure https://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?98532-Cooling-System-Burp-Procedure

I took some pictures and will give a write up on the rear cooling mod for the people like me unfamiliar with this engine and new to Marauder. Th google searches find tons of Mustang cooling mod which is different than Marauder, and any Marauder ones I found are ancient so was not sure if there was updates or same as how I wound up doing it.

[MyBlackBeasts]

F250 LED front turn/parking and rear turn/brake lights. VLed V6 Tritons. Phenomenal product quality and install kit. I highly recommend their products. Waiting for dark to take pics.

Daylight pics don’t do it justice but this is passenger LED vs driver incandescent.
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Both LED rear parking lights
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[03Merc]

Do You have the hyper flash?


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[MyBlackBeasts]

Do You have the hyper flash?


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No. The truck either came with or someone added an electronic flasher.

If you do LEDs and get hyperflash, don't screw around with resistors. Just swap the flasher with an electronic one like the Novita EP27 or whatever unit fits your vehicle.

[Joe Walsh]

I just upgraded my 2020 Ranger to LED headlights and foglights.
Incredible difference!
The OEM bulbs weren't too bad....but they look like gold candles compared to modern LEDs.

Check out the Headlight Revolution website.
https://www.headlightrevolution.com/buyer-guide-by-vehicle/2003+Mercury+Marauder
They test all the bulb options specifically by vehicle to assure you get the best beam pattern/closest to OEM beam pattern.

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BTW: The high beams will melt your retinas!!
Perfect for those moron Honda and Turdyota owners who don't know how to replace a burned out low beam bulb....
so they drive around with their HIGH beams on to compensate.
I LOVE to burn their friggin' eyes out with my high beams when I see that!

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[MyBlackBeasts]

I just upgraded my 2020 Ranger to LED headlights and foglights.
Incredible difference!
The OEM bulbs weren't too bad....but they look like gold candles compared to modern LEDs.

Check out the Headlight Revolution website.
https://www.headlightrevolution.com/buyer-guide-by-vehicle/2003+Mercury+Marauder
They test all the bulb options specifically by vehicle to assure you get the best beam pattern/closest to OEM beam pattern.

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BTW: The high beams will melt your retinas!!
Perfect for those moron Honda and Turdyota owners who don't know how to replace a burned out low beam bulb....
so they drive around with their HIGH beams on to compensate.
I LOVE to burn their friggin' eyes out with my high beams when I see that!

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Nice!!!!!!

[fastblackmerc]

Just got this.....

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[MyBlackBeasts]

Just got this.....

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Compressor needs a new drier???

[fastblackmerc]

Compressor needs a new drier???

Figured I change it since it's 17 years old.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Working on F250. LED clearance & side marker lights today.

Don't know if u can see difference in daylight pic, right 2 are new LED, left 3 are OEM 194 bulb

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Done!
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[NickT02LS]

Finally got the balls to drill the trunk and install the rear deck spoiler

[justbob]

Scary times ^^^ I remember! Mine didn’t come with the template. I never even heard about a template until years after I did mine..

Then there was drilling out the trunk keyhole for the backup cam that worked for like a year.

Both the icing for me would probably be the something like 10” x 20” hole I cut in the floor to “rearrange/reconfigure” the trans tunnel.. [emoji2960]

There has been plenty of other reconstructing along the way. But as always way too much OCD thought and execution have made it all come together nicely. [emoji6]


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[Joe Walsh]

Scary times ^^^ I remember! Mine didn’t come with the template. I never even heard about a template until years after I did mine..


I HAD the template and I was still freaking out when I had to drill the holes in my trunk lid!

All worked out well, and I'm so glad that I didn't have a dealer tech (who is under time constraints, and it's not his car) mount the rear spoiler.

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[Grimrepairman]

Picked up the newest member of my family of fine Ford cars and trucks.
2017 F150 3.5 EcoBoost 10spd.

F1Shifty https://imgur.com/gallery/tqKD4F6

[Mr. Man]

Picked up the newest member of my family of fine Ford cars and trucks.
2017 F150 3.5 EcoBoost 10spd.

F1Shifty https://imgur.com/gallery/tqKD4F6Congrats on the new to you truck. Where is that picture? Looks like maybe Hackettsville.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Picked up the newest member of my family of fine Ford cars and trucks.
2017 F150 3.5 EcoBoost 10spd.

F1Shifty https://imgur.com/gallery/tqKD4F6

HEY! Looks like a Marauder in the background! Do you know the person it belongs to? ;)

[Grimrepairman]

Thanks, couldn't swing for brand new. It's just nice enough for me.
Took the picture in front of the shop in Flanders. Went back after picking up the truck to help the guys close up.
Unfortunately my marauder was the previous owners daily and currently looks best from a distance. Needs paint and some mechanical attention. Overall can't complain for what I have into it.

[justbob]

Thanks, couldn't swing for brand new. It's just nice enough for me.

I could but no thanks!

I’ve had my eye on a 2018 F150 limited for $49,900 with only 26,000 on the clock. Let someone more special than myself eat the $24,000 that vehicle has lost in value. Besides, I’ll mess it up the first day anyways. I’ve learned I can’t have anything nice in life. Someone, usually myself, will bugger it up right away as usual..

Seriously, with excellent credit I can get almost equal to that of new truck loan rates. Add to that the savings in any gap insurance and it’s a no brainer to me, more money to foolishly spend on mods! [emoji6]



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[justbob]

Used it as an extension to hurt somebody’s feels. Didn’t even have to move LOL

Ztec at a light with fart can low rev “vroom vroom”, I giggle an internal WTF?

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Then a again a low key “vroom vroom”

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Okay, I’ll play. 6,000 RPM double tap. No more vrooming.. [emoji6]

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[Joe Walsh]

Did the Dude get respect after that!?

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[MyBlackBeasts]

Did mirror lights which finished my LED bulb conversion on the F250
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[MyBlackBeasts]

Added 3rd reverse light
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I may have to put it on a dedicated switch
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[justbob]

Did the Dude get respect after that!?

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He abided.


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[justbob]

Added 3rd reverse light
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I may have to put it on a dedicated switch
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I separated my rear bumper LEDS I embedded with a switch. It’s come in more than handy when people refuse to switch to low beams. Or even better when they ride my ass with their highs on because their all pissy that I cut them off. (Mostly the entitled that feel they don’t need to participate in the well known every other car unwritten rule when merging.) Yeah, they usually make a much wiser decision when they realize I really don’t care about my truck. [emoji6]
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And I used this one for my flush mount front light bar.
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[PsychoB]

Nothing you guys haven't already heard or done before, .....but this girl has been busy bringing the beast to life with a little more attitude.....Started restoration of my baby, pulled engine stats to find out how the stock motor was doing. Still really good, Pulled the top end off, and had the valve covers and timing chain cover powder coated, Swapped timing chains with new Ford Performance set up. Updated the throttle body, Removed the Exhaust headers and cats, time to order some new ones from Mo's!!!!. Yanked out the rear end and swapped in some 4:10's with a Marty Tune of Course, new brakes, rotors, and in search of some new tires... No Super Charger yet.......hahahahahah
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[blazen71]

Looks good Bill. I literally put an LED license plate reverse light similar to yours last night. Makes a world of difference. Now I can actually see behind me at night looking thru the 20% tint.

[fastblackmerc]

Not my car but......

Working on a members car.

Full interior and exterior LED upgrade, blend door actuator, BCM, EATC, LCM, fixing wiring under the hood, Big 3 upgrade and more!

[Peace2Peep]

Not my car but......

Working on a members car.

Full interior and exterior LED upgrade, blend door actuator, BCM, EATC, LCM, fixing wiring under the hood, Big 3 upgrade and more!

AND here is that member SUPER GRATEFUL for what you are doing! You are the BOSS my friend! Thank you! There's no one who has done the things you have created/recreated for these amazing cars...you have taken modding to a whole 'nutha level!

[MyBlackBeasts]

80*, sunny and windy as a (bleep!)! The warm front moving in is pushing a LOT of air! But, at least I finally get to play! Got the fuel pressure gauge sender wiring run, just have to go get a fuse holder for 12v switched power and it’s done. Have to run trans temperature wiring yet, waiting for a day I can put car up on stands. All 3 lights are wired, just have to power them.
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[justbob]

Finall after how many years??? l addressed the constant running fan. It dawned on me a few days ago the trans temp sensor might be the culprit. Sure enough trans connector pin 15 (trans temp 5V input) was obviously feeding back zero through pin 16 (signal return) to the PCM considering I don’t have a temp sensor. Well this was triggering the fan thinking the trans was running hot.

I first tried to just connect the two but the signal would go from 4.6 to 0 immediately and trigger the fan. Apparently the PCM doesn’t care for having its own signal being thrown back in its face. I’m not sure what the threshold is but lower the number equals the hotter the temps. Not having any resistors on hand I opted for a 3mm pre wired LED to bridge the two and it worked! [emoji16] That brought me right at 3.0 Now I’ve got a tiny blue LED glowing under the master cylinder and quiet car again. At least until I get around to ordering a 10K resistor. Hopefully within a couple of years? [emoji6][emoji1303]


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[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

a quick wash and admiration for such an awesome car

[MyBlackBeasts]

Marauder oil & filter changed and last fuel pressure gauge hook up completed (had to order parts) - it works! https://mail.google.com/mail/e/1f642

Next weekend trans temp gauge hook up and gauge A-pillar pod lights. Maybe if time the oil pressure and volt real gauge conversion too. If I really start ambition dreaming for next weekend, new stereo install too!

[hotford]

Took he out for a spin...…...then to work as I work nights...…….whoo hoo she always puts a smile on my face!!

[justbob]

Took a small test drive down the driveway then backed her back into the garage. New diff works.

A lot of smoke however. Neighbor said it might be my tires.


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[NickT02LS]

Had the 4:10 gears installed with 2003/2004 Cobra clutch packs and Aluminum Diff cover, got notice exhaust has been shipped so when that comes it will be installed. Even with the 4:10's car needs a converter, from a stop takes a second to get into power band

Also forgot to mention got rid of them piece of crap capped lug nuts, every car I get seems to have them and I need to replace to solid, my 99 XJ Cherokee, My 2003 Lincoln LS when I had it both had them too.

[justbob]

Had the 4:10 gears installed with 2003/2004 Cobra clutch packs and Aluminum Diff cover, got notice exhaust has been shipped so when that comes it will be installed. Even with the 4:10's car needs a converter, from a stop takes a second to get into power band

Also forgot to mention got rid of them piece of crap capped lug nuts, every car I get seems to have them and I need to replace to solid, my 99 XJ Cherokee, My 2003 Lincoln LS when I had it both had them too.

4.30’s. Done. [emoji1303]


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[MyBlackBeasts]

Put battery in Ranger, 2 times thru car wash to remove winter gunk build up, new wipers. Took for nice drive round trip to car wash and gas fill. Think runs amazingly good (German engine)!
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[MyBlackBeasts]

Oil and filter changed, inspection, filled tank and a run thru car wash to remove winter grime (the road dust flows through the garage so there's a 1/4" of dust on the cars that get parked all winter) so Impala is all set for summer cruisin'!
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[BackNBlack]

What did you do to your car today? (https://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?59904-What-did-you-do-to-your-car-today/page608)
flogged it on some mountain roads...blowing carbon off the plugs...and hearing the supercharger SCREAM!

[NickT02LS]

Installed the Stainless works Cat back Exhaust today!!!!!!

[Anthony84]

Got my license plates so my apartment complex doesn’t complain I have an untagged car in my carport.

[Anthony84]

Lucky!!! I want that kit so bad

[justbob]

Gave the truck its second bath of the year and it’s first coat of wax in probably four years. Dusted off the car.

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[Grimrepairman]

Moved my house to work today. Haven't tried anything heavy yet but so far the F1Shifty seems to handle towing okay. Gotta love the built in brake controller, should be standard on all pickups.

http://imgur.com/gallery/zctH2gq

[justbob]

Moved my house to work today. Haven't tried anything heavy yet but so far the F1Shifty seems to handle towing okay. Gotta love the built in brake controller, should be standard on all pickups.

http://imgur.com/gallery/zctH2gq

That’s quite the two story house and shed!


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[hotford]

Took a small test drive down the driveway then backed her back into the garage. New diff works.

A lot of smoke however. Neighbor said it might be my tires.


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LMFAO!!!!!

[blazen71]

Installed IW 10% OD balancer. Got a retune with Marty and Jeff. And for the non believers, I'm running a 3.4 pulley on my D1SC, 6-rib, stock single bolt tensioner, with no belt slip.

[justbob]

Installed IW 10% OD balancer. Got a retune with Marty and Jeff. And for the non believers, I'm running a 3.4 pulley on my D1SC, 6-rib, stock single bolt tensioner, with no belt slip.

What is this belt slip you speak of? LOL!!

Good job man, feel much difference in the new tune?


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[Spectragod]

Moved my house to work today. Haven't tried anything heavy yet but so far the F1Shifty seems to handle towing okay. Gotta love the built in brake controller, should be standard on all pickups.

http://imgur.com/gallery/zctH2gq

At least you can get your box on a trailer without unbolting half of it, first world problems.......


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[justbob]

Nothing for a couple of weeks. She’s in lockdown waiting for concrete...


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[blazen71]

What is this belt slip you speak of? LOL!!

Good job man, feel much difference in the new tune?


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProHey Bob. Car feels great! The OD balancer took the boost from 12.5 to 15

[03Merc]

Pinon nut was a little loose on the rear end, tightened it up a bit.

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[justbob]

Hey Bob. Car feels great! The OD balancer took the boost from 12.5 to 15

Definitely a difference that can be felt!


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[blazen71]

Definitely a difference that can be felt!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProEspecially with brand new MT DR’s :D

[Scat Adams]

Rewrapped the center console with a stitched leather one from Ebay, came out really clean and looks better than the usual cover imo. Also started removing the 20% tint installed by the previous owner, windshield was first to go. Will deal with the other windows later on but I can at least see at night now. Still getting this thing sorted out, great start so far.

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[sspmustang]

Replaced the air blend door actuator - again. So much for using Motorcraft parts.

A bear of a job.

[baloneyhomie]

Replaced the upper control arms and sway bar end links. Currently at the shop getting re-aligned.

[Castle616]

Installed the tune from Marty last night. Holy smokes what a difference it makes.

[03Merc]

Drove it 1400 miles North from South Florida.


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[a_d_a_m]

Showed it to a field adjuster who deemed the car not a total loss, removed LR axle, pressed in new studs, reinstalled, parked...awaiting word from a couple body shops.

[Roadwarrior]

I had the big brake upgrade for the front, replaced the rear calipers, pads and rotors for the rear, TCE rear steel braided brake lines installed, replaced the rear air springs, air ride compressor & the Marty tune on my Marauder installed at Mo's Speed Shop. Definitely worth the $$$ spent. I provided all the parts with the exception of the upgraded tune.

[justbob]

Getting new rear shoes. Finally. They’ve been bald for nearly two years but only seeing less than a thousand a year makes it hard to justify. But it’s beyond dangerous on dry roads so…

Decided on the Nitto 421Q that replaced the 420S that I fell in love with so many years ago. Hopefully they bite just as good. Hell, even crappy OEM’s would be an improvement!


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[daniel.drives]

[yesterday I] Recovered from a track session by draining and filling the transmission pan, flushing a quart of brake fluid (fronts got hottttt), and switching back to street tires. Double checked all the bolts from my suspension replacement/upgrade and found a couple that had backed off a turn or two, cranked them back down and getting ready to order replacement nylocs (Front UCAs seem to be a problem).

Need to do some sort of brake upgrade before the next track day, front rotors are toast. Can't decide between Wilwood or Zack/C6 kit.

[blazen71]

Can't decide between Wilwood or Zack/C6 kit. Wilwoods are waaay better. Zack kit is cheaper. You'll have to do some soul searching to decide. Me, I went with the Zack kit.

[Black Terror]

Wildwoods are expensive to maintain. Zack kit is cheaper and less expensive to maintain.

[Mr. Man]

Was thinking about trying to polish up my yellowing headlites till I opened the front door and got knocked back by the oppressive heat. Maybe next week. If my method works I'll post up the results. If I can figure out how to do pictures I'll try to post before and after pics.

[justbob]

Was thinking about trying to polish up my yellowing headlites till I opened the front door and got knocked back by the oppressive heat. Maybe next week. If my method works I'll post up the results. If I can figure out how to do pictures I'll try to post before and after pics.

Well if you’re just now getting the heat wave we had then get ready for daily on off rain and storms (some severe) for the next 2-3 weeks…

Anymore I can’t tell if working outside makes me a stronger person or if it’s slowly killing me..??


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[ledzilla]

I've been needing to replace my battery. Can't seem to get the retainer removed, though. Been hitting it up with penetrant and an impact driver, but no luck. Parked it outside while I get some work done in the garage, but it's been stuck, so it'll be fun to get it off the grass with all this rain once I can get it started again.

[justbob]

I started off by cheating my way to a lower idle by making a new IAC gasket but leaving one port tiny, like only 3/16”. Not only did that drop my RPMs but also seemed to cure the occasional hanging idle, quicker rev drops, AND FINALLY cured by bucking at speeds under 35-40MPH. Parking lots and subdivisions were a nightmare to hold speed in. You had to ride the clutch once it started or you’d better be wearing a cowboy hat and keeping an arm up..

It never occurred to me the bucking could be in the IAC. Even with a brand new motorcraft one, dual shortened return springs on the Accufab, and numerous fine tuning of the stop screw and TPS adjustments, NOTHING would lower my idle lower than 1,200! Perhaps when I modded the upper intake for the single blade I opened up the IAC intake a tad too much? Or a combination of that and too much air getting past the TB blade either by blade fitment or the blower simply still creating too much of a push, or both?? I have a big red BOV always bleeding off and a Tial 50mm always open to atmosphere being used as a waste gate essentially to keep the boost down as much as possible so I wouldn’t think it would be producing enough at idle to jack with the TB blade.

Don’t know, don’t care, just happy!


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[MyBlackBeasts]

Well, this...
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Looked like this Saturday
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Oooooh, noooo!


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[MyBlackBeasts]

But, it's all good! It looks like this now.
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Crazy easy job, slice the little flange off the top, left and right, use the Crutchfield 120955817 install kit = slides right in with finish looking sides

Here are opening measurements for those who might need them:
4&1/16” x 7&7/16 raw opening
3&21/32 x 7&1/4 flange opening before trimming


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[Muddflapp]

I got mine inspected. next week registered.
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[Zim Hosein]

Got The Works Package and had a new Motorcraft BXT-65-850 battery installed last month, but forgot to post abut it. :o

[Chi Stallion]

Changing the Vapor Canister Solenoid, PCV Valve, Fuel Filter, Oil change and new gas cap.

[CBT]

Both, you will die stronger.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Getting MM ready for trip to TX Saturday, decided to replace Trilogy accessory belt given the blower belt snapped last summer (trashed my perfect OEM hood liner! :mad:) and check all the pulley bearings.

All was good with the exception of the Trilogy small ribbed idler pulley bearing - just starting to make a little noise.

Could not locate the Dayco 89095 and no time to order but found out the Gates 36079 is nearly identical (about 1/8th" larger in diameter) according to Gates cross reference (https://ww2.gates.com/if/automotive/partslookup/Interchange/index.cfm).

Ordered and picked up today on way home from office and reassembled.

All good now!!! :D She sings!

[Mr. Man]

Decided to attempt polishing up my yellowing headlites with Mothers Aluminum wheel polish. Had a modicum of success. Not as clear as the YouTube video results, but at least now I can see the bulbs inside. I tried by hand and got the results I got. Going to try again with a polishing attachment thingy for the portable power drill and see if that will polish them the rest of the way. Sorry I didn't get pics, but it does seem to work. Will post up after I try the drill.

[blazen71]

Decided to attempt polishing up my yellowing headlites with Mothers Aluminum wheel polish. Had a modicum of success. Not as clear as the YouTube video results, but at least now I can see the bulbs inside. I tried by hand and got the results I got. Going to try again with a polishing attachment thingy for the portable power drill and see if that will polish them the rest of the way. Sorry I didn't get pics, but it does seem to work. Will post up after I try the drill. I've had great success with the Sylvania kit. You have to do everything by hand, no drill, but it's worth it.

[sailsmen]

https://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?82582-Head-Light-Restoration-Procedure&highlight=

[MyBlackBeasts]

Had a problem start up last month of driving last year. While cruising at speed the car would very slightly surge forward and back quickly, like a buck or slight engine miss. It felt like fuel starvation? The issue was so slight most would not notice but after 40 years of being a wrench I am so in tune with my vehicles it was a glaring issue in my eyes. I had been wanting to replace the COPs so used this as an excuse. So: new plugs, new COPs from Tommy at Sparta, installed fuel pressure gauge. Still did it, fuel pressure was very erratic so installed modded FPDM I had sitting around waiting to be installed. erratic pressure cured but drivability issue still present. I had a new FRPS in the glove box for emergency after witnessing a member have one go out at a Marauderville so installed it. BINGO! that was the issue. All fixed. :-)

[justbob]

Had a problem start up last month of driving last year. While cruising at speed the car would very slightly surge forward and back quickly, like a buck or slight engine miss. It felt like fuel starvation? The issue was so slight most would not notice but after 40 years of being a wrench I am so in tune with my vehicles it was a glaring issue in my eyes. I had been wanting to replace the COPs so used this as an excuse. So: new plugs, new COPs from Tommy at Sparta, installed fuel pressure gauge. Still did it, fuel pressure was very erratic so installed modded FPDM I had sitting around waiting to be installed. erratic pressure cured but drivability issue still present. I had a new FRPS in the glove box for emergency after witnessing a member have one go out at a Marauderville so installed it. BINGO! that was the issue. All fixed. :-)

I fixed mine as well! By eliminating it. [emoji12]


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[MyBlackBeasts]

I fixed mine as well! By eliminating it. [emoji12]


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HA! :P Showoff! Mine will be gone down the road too, but for now... :)

[loud2004marquis]

Drove it and had fun! :burnout::burnout:

[Spectragod]

I fixed mine as well! By eliminating it. [emoji12]


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I eliminated mine by selling the car..... [emoji20]


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[MyBlackBeasts]

I eliminated mine by selling the car..... [emoji20]


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:(:alone::depress::cry:

[Spectragod]

:(:alone::depress::cry:

At least it went to a good home.....[emoji1417]


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[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

used VP fuel system cleaner. VP racing has good products (knock on wood) I used the coolant and it lowered the marauder's operating temp by 6-10 degrees

[baloneyhomie]

Car had constant squeaking in the front end going ~20mph. Couldn’t figure it out for the life of me.

Went onto crownvic.net and lo and behold the solution to my problem was greasing up the striker wire of the hood. She’s silent now.

Still in awe that that was causing the insufferable squeaking.


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[ledzilla]

Wasn't today, but the other day I finally managed to get the dead battery out when the holddown bolt snapped. Kinda half-assed holding in the spare battery for now. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210814/5451a404c9340b3812fb1658f5b392 d7.jpg

[04SilverBirch]

Ac condenser

[Mr. Man]

Forgot to post up here about the headlight polishing. I used the Mother's aluminum wheel polish on a rag and it got a bit better. Then I tried using a battery drill with a lambs wool type pad. It got a wee bit better still, but the headlights are not as clear as I would like. I can now see the bulb inside the housing that was very hard to discern before. The yellowing is pretty much gone, but there is still some white stuff left. Some of the white or cloudiness seems like it might be inside the lens. So long story short the lights are better, but could use a bit more work.

[sailsmen]

https://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?82582-Head-Light-Restoration-Procedure&highlight=

[a_d_a_m]

Got a text back from my bodyman. He got the bodywork done on my driver's QP and hopes to paint it this weekend. He noted that the car had been resprayed what appears to be 3x previously. I've owned the car since '08 and haven't had any work done there, and the OASIS makes no mention of any such repair while under warranty. Wondering if this was done on the STAP line or if Pete (Wags) had work done on it at some point when he owned it. I know Darkside (the second owner, right before me) didn't have any paint done then.

[justbob]

Got a text back from my bodyman. He got the bodywork done on my driver's QP and hopes to paint it this weekend. He noted that the car had been resprayed what appears to be 3x previously. I've owned the car since '08 and haven't had any work done there, and the OASIS makes no mention of any such repair while under warranty. Wondering if this was done on the STAP line or if Pete (Wags) had work done on it at some point when he owned it. I know Darkside (the second owner, right before me) didn't have any paint done then.

I bought mine two years old with 14,000 miles and found out years later the passenger fender, header panel, and the entire drivers side had been repainted. No paper trail either..


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[ledzilla]

I bought mine two years old with 14,000 miles and found out years later the passenger fender, header panel, and the entire drivers side had been repainted. No paper trail either..


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProI feel ya on that. I bought mine three years old with 51K, and years later started discovering evidence that it was in an accident. Whatever happened didn't make it to any documentation like Carfax.

[03Merc]

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Changed the skull caps on My CV Sport, like why didn't they come painted to begin with!? Stupid. Looks way better now.


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[Peace2Peep]

That does look great! Good job!!

[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

let the wife drive it

[Scat Adams]

Got an appointment setup next week to get the rear air suspension swapped over to HD coils and new KYB shocks all around.

[justbob]

Got an appointment setup next week to get the rear air suspension swapped over to HD coils and new KYB shocks all around.

Why downgrade???


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[Scat Adams]

Why downgrade???

Much more reliable (and cheaper) setup. Should also stiffen up the rear end a tad for improved handling.

[Castle616]

Had a clicking sound coming from the rear. So I removed the rotors, found the parking brake material unbonded from the shoe. Just riding around in the rotor drum. But the biggest surprise was the inboard pad on both sides. They have 3 prongs that hold them in the piston. They have been on so long that 2 of the prongs had rusted away. So I get to throw some pads on the rear tonight when I get home.

[Mebot]

Showed it to a field adjuster who deemed the car not a total loss, removed LR axle, pressed in new studs, reinstalled, parked...awaiting word from a couple body shops.

Wow shitballs Adam! been away from the forum too long. what happened? What's the update?

[Mebot]

Both, you will die stronger.

how in the world did you get back on the site?

Also I was in VA recently and I didn't see you. Your 1 OF 328 must have blended into the Blue Ridge Mountains or something...

[blazen71]

Per the advise of EBC, switched my pads to Yellowstuff in the front and Redstuff in the rear. Wow, what a difference that made! They do not make Yellowstuff rears so Red was the next best choice. I had Akebono pads which are good stock replacements, but weren't up to the task of super hard braking. I deglazed the rotors with one of those fancy Amazon dingleberry honing tools.

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[Mr. Man]

Was getting ready to drive it, but then rain :(

[NickT02LS]

Changed mufflers to Magnaflow

[redmercy04]

Changed mufflers to MagnaflowWhere the sound clips, been thinking about changing to magnaflow myself

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[redmercy04]

Startup, Idle, and rev

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[NickT02LS]

https://youtu.be/1aDrqifAjn8
Startup, Idle, and rev

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[NickT02LS]

https://youtu.be/nbtK0Me4_bo
Startup, Idle, and rev

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[sparker_1982]

5191051911

[03Merc]

Hand washed the Marauder. The Crown Vic Sport got a wax and buff job.

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[justbob]

Dusted her off and covered her up. Don’t think I’ll be in the mood for the next couple of months…

Cervical spine discectomy and fusion.. [emoji1304]


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[MyBlackBeasts]

"Dusted her off and covered her up. Don’t think I’ll be in the mood for the next couple of months… Cervical spine discectomy and fusion."

Ouch, Bob! Good luck and get well!!!

[fastblackmerc]

Dusted her off and covered her up. Don’t think I’ll be in the mood for the next couple of months…

Cervical spine discectomy and fusion.. [emoji1304]


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OUCH!

Get well soon!

[justbob]

Thanks guys! It’s been showing signs for a few years and it finally bulged enough to cause 8 weeks of nonstop hell in my left shoulder and arm. Not sure how I’ve pain managed the bulged bottom lumbar disk since I overlifted when I was 23? But this one was just not manageable.. [emoji17]

At least I have a brand new van sitting at my shop awaiting my arrival in 8-12 weeks! They purchased it well after I had already gave them my surgery date too. What a great company! They even purchased me a new IPad!

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[Mr. Man]

Your having problems with your cervix? :eek: So is a discectomy some sort of transition surgery? Do you get to keep your 'thingy' in a medical jar after? :arcade: Hope it all goes according to plan.

Disco sucks!! :D

[MyBlackBeasts]

Your having problems with your cervix? :eek: So is a discectomy some sort of transition surgery? Do you get to keep your 'thingy' in a medical jar after? :arcade: Hope it all goes according to plan.

Disco sucks!! :D

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

[GetMeMyStogie]

Finished cleaning up after replacing the rusted out drivers floor pan. Covid was harsh on the old girl - she got more rusty in the last 18 months parked underground than it did for the first 16 years of its life.


What was under the carpet:
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After cutting away the rusty floor:
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New floor pan, hammered out of 16 gauge over 2 afternoons, before paint:
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Another day after this of bashing until it fit better.
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Used 3M panel bond, rivets and screws to hold it in place permanently. Sorry, I got too busy and too tired to take more photos.

[blazen71]

Swapped my D1SC for a D1X. Surprisingly it did everything that Procharger claimed it would do. Thru efficiencies created with the new impeller/volute design, it lowered IAT's and makes more top end power with less boost. It's a little softer on the bottom end but I wanted that anyway as the car is on the cusp of being streetable, for me anyway.

[WhatsUpDOHC]

Dusted her off and covered her up. Don’t think I’ll be in the mood for the next couple of months…

Cervical spine discectomy and fusion.. [emoji1304]


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProSpeedy recovery, JB!

[MyBlackBeasts]

F250 day today. To prevent traveling breakdown due to OEM Charge Air Tube blowout, upgraded to H&S Motorsports 122011 ( https://hs-motorsports.com/collections/2011-2016-6-7l-power-stroke/products/11-16-ford-6-7l-intercooler-upgrade-kit-oem-silicone-version?variant=7149513408569 ). Beautiful part, billet aluminum with a very nice super tough silicone hose.

Then did ATF fluid & filter change and installed BD Diesel's 6R140 pressure enhancer solenoid ( https://www.thoroughbreddiesel.com/1030385/ ) to bump line pressure up to reduce wear & improve high load trans operation.

Great day today until the sky opened up and released Noah's flood! :eek: Had to end all the work I was doing... :shake:

[1Marauder]

Last week I pulled the Silver out of a three year slumber. Faithful beast started right up. New fresh full tank of California expensive premium, full hand wash and wax, tire pressure check, warm up, and easy roll around town. Freeway for thirty minutes, then off to California smog check.

No CA SMOG problems or issues as noted in previous other threads.

Smog place was fairly busy, and as always, I warned the smog tech to be very careful as the silver has no blemishes, so I walked him around the car before he got into it. I also warned him the tech that the Silver is a little "jumpy" from its' long slumber.

He drove it around into the back bay and the entire waiting roomed noted when they extended rev'ed it, and all looked over at me. I just smiled. When they opened the hood, the tech called over every other tech and they walked a conga line around the Silver.

When they finished and pulled it out front, the guys all followed the car outside into the sun, still surrounding it. Again, the waiting room folks all looked over at me.

The office manager came in and said, The guys all love your car!

Next week, I am bringing the black out of a six year slumber. Have to tow it to mechanic to change out the fuel pump, and drain all the gas. After, I will wash, wax, and repeat all above.

I am now ready to rejoin the Marauder community!

I am sorry it has been so long.

[justbob]

Should’ve asked them how much more they’d like it if only you could build it thanks to that comi state!


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[ledzilla]

Wasn't quite today, and it wasn't really anything like servicing or whatnot, but this weekend I did manage to consume a full quarter tank driving about 25 miles. High speed highway cruising with OD turned off can really make the engine thirsty.

[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

damn good work!

[z man]

Went to the 2021 Wheels and Wings at the Air Armament Museum near Eglin Air Force Base… sponsored by the Emerald Coast Regional Mustang Club. Took second in the Ford/Lincoln/Mercury category covering the ‘04 year group!

Is RF Overlord still around? They had me parked right next to an SR-71 in the air park.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Pontiac window day...

Out with the old
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In with the new!
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Broken window clip removed. Very stressful when doing, waiting for safety glass to shatter when using a power tool on it!
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[MyBlackBeasts]

New clip installed, waiting 1 hour for adhesive to dry, then reinstall glass.
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Done
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Now to pull passenger side apart to find???


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[MyBlackBeasts]

Yep, just as I thought because of the way the window was moving... Passenger clip is broken too. I bought 4 when ordering drivers side parts so have extras. Plenty of adhesive left over so just need to order a regulator. Deja vue all over again!

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[BLACKMARAUDER04]

After fixing the blown spark plug, The driver's window regulator broke for the third time. After that 2 days later the A/C compressor died.
Replaced that and the condenser with the Four Seasons kit, and then had to replace the manifold hose with it.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Repaired Pontiac passenger front window clip and installed new regulator/motor assm.

Next weekend, intake manifold gasket.

[gdmjoe]

Bought a NIB jack holder (2003-2011 Lincoln - 3W1Z-17005-BA) to be installed/mounted behind the trunk's RH (passenger) side liner.



52051

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[1Marauder]

Let me get this straight. 4 year slumber, now reporing back in action, and you slam my state, jeeze Justbob... Grumpy much?

[NXSBOB]

Bought a NIB jack holder (2003-2011 Lincoln - 3W1Z-17005-BA) to be installed/mounted behind the trunk's RH (passenger) side liner.

52051

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What about the Marauder carpet tool/jack bag?

[gdmjoe]

NXSBOB -What about the Marauder carpet tool/jack bag?
That would also fit in holder. *hint: Crown Victorias don't come with a carpet tool/jack bag.
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[DrZ]

Put on the battery tender , filled the tank with 90 octane non ethanol fuel and bought parts to replace timing chain worn items with all Ford Racing parts.

[SilverPhoenix]

Damn Bob! I just saw your posts about your back surgery...are you doing ok? I hope everything works out for the best for you and the fam! I know there's probably not much (if anything) I can do to help you out, but don't hesitate to ask...I'll give it a try if I think I can...or something...I dunno...lol. I just feel bad for you after looking at the pics. Wishing you a speedy and full recovery!
I tried to PM this message to you but got the warning that your box is full...is that what happens after you have surgery on your cervix (like Mr. Man said)?

[SilverPhoenix]

So got to messin' around with the junk in my trunk. Tried to figure out if I could take the trunk lid spoiler off, but the only bolts/screws I saw in the general vicinity of where the spoiler sits on the trunk lid are two 5/16", one on each side of the trunk lid. I loosened one to see what it would do and the spoiler remained intact...wouldn't budge at all..so I just tightened it back up and left it alone. After that I went through all the crap that I had accumulated in my trunk and found all kinds of bits 'n bobs 'n parts 'n pieces that had been sitting there for probably going on 5 years now. If you take a look at the picture I attached, even my cleaning supplies tried to escape due to lack of use...lol. Actually, it was just my McGuire's tire shine slooooowing leaking out of the bottle because it was sitting nearly upside down. Still have 1/3 of a bottle left and my hands looks nice 'n shiny after wiping it all up...lol. Gonna have nice weather after tomorrow for 4-5 days so will continue to clean 'er up and looking good again...

[Mr. Man]

Post a pic of the underside of your trunk and someone will tell you which screws to loosen for the spoiler.

[justbob]

Damn Bob! I just saw your posts about your back surgery...are you doing ok? I hope everything works out for the best for you and the fam! I know there's probably not much (if anything) I can do to help you out, but don't hesitate to ask...I'll give it a try if I think I can...or something...I dunno...lol. I just feel bad for you after looking at the pics. Wishing you a speedy and full recovery!
I tried to PM this message to you but got the warning that your box is full...is that what happens after you have surgery on your cervix (like Mr. Man said)?

Next Wednesday marks 44 days in my rigid neck brace and “hopefully” the day my Surgeon allows the removal. Can’t lie, my butt hurts from sitting for weeks, my already bum lower discs are really starting to act up from non use, and can’t sleep.. But who’s complaining? [emoji6]Other than that I suppose life’s been great with no more left shoulder, arm, and hand nerve pain!


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[SilverPhoenix]

Post a pic of the underside of your trunk and someone will tell you which screws to loosen for the spoiler.

There are 6-8 pre-cut holes in my trunk lid. I shined a flashlight in each one and the only ones that gave access to any screw heads were the last ones on each side of the lid. Went out and took a pic. Sorry it's blurry, but was kinda hard since I had to hold my phone with the screen pointing down and 1" above the trunk organizer cover panels in order to get most of the lid in the frame...took me 5 tries just to get the one I've uploaded.

[SilverPhoenix]

Good to hear Bob. Hopefully you'll be able to get out of what looks like a medieval torture device soon. If you need some cushion for your butt, I got plenty to spare and would gladly donate some for a transplant...lol.

[justbob]

Try these two and the matching two on the other side.
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[SilverPhoenix]

Try these two and the matching two on the other side.
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The hole you circled on the left has the 5/16" screw head visible as does it's counterpart on the other side of trunk lid. I looked in every single hole that was in close proximity to where the spoiler is mounted (just like the 2 holes with visible screw heads) with a flashlight and the holes on the far edge on each side of the trunk lid are the only ones where screw heads are visible. I looked twice at every single hole. With a flashlight. An LED super-bright flashlight. I loosened one of the screw heads and pushed on the spoiler to see if it would move and it didn't budge. I will go out and look again tomorrow, if it's not raining; forecast calling for 30% chance during the day, 40% in the afternoon/evening. If I'm wrong, I'm wrong, but today I only saw 2 holes with screw heads visible.

Appreciate the help.

[gdmjoe]

SilverPhoenix... Tried to figure out if I could take the trunk lid spoiler off, but the only bolts/screws I saw in the general vicinity of where the spoiler sits on the trunk lid are two 5/16", one on each side of the trunk lid. I loosened one to see what it would do and the spoiler remained intact...wouldn't budge at all..so I just tightened it back up and left it alone...
The installation instructions may be (?) of some assistance in locating the mounting bolts... Submitted for your consideration:


Installation Instructions - Rear Spoiler (http://www.gdmjoe.com/gothvic/documents/rearspoilerinstall.pdf) ««« -click-
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[SilverPhoenix]

Thank you gdmjoe! Yes, the instructions paint the full picture now. I see they show 4 bolts and the use of adhesive tape; the tape would explain why mine wouldn't budge even after loosening one bolt. And I swear there are only 2 bolts on mine, not 4 as the instructions show. Like I mentioned earlier, I'll take another look tomorrow and will take pics of what I see and post up here.

Since there is adhesive tape involved, I don't feel 100% comfortable trying to take it off. If I screw something up, I don't have the means to fix it. I plan on getting it repainted along with the bumper covers in the near future...was just wanting to take the spoiler piece first to see how good of a job the place does. I've got other things that need $$$ to fix so this will need to wait for a bit.

[blazen71]

Use a heat gun to soften the tape and adhesive it it'll come off successfully.

[SilverPhoenix]

Use a heat gun to soften the tape and adhesive it it'll come off successfully.

Yeah, don't have one of those...I just have the basic tools. Plus, I'm the type that finds a way to break stuff. I have used a heat gun before...was attempting to dry out the inside of my headlamp after fixing the cracks where water water was leaking in. Managed to warp the plastic; I have Russ (03mmmonroe) as a witness because this happened at his place 7-8 years ago.

[SilverPhoenix]

Here's the pics. 1st one is leftmost hole...bolt spotted. 2nd one is the next hole...no bolt. 3rd one is the next hole...no bolt. The remaining 3 holes are the same; bolt on outermost hole, no bolts on the other 2.

Edit: ok, so the pics came up reversed from how I attached them...so reverse the order...lol.

[blazen71]

You can also use fishing line and "saw" thru the sticky tape. Then use a 3M magic eraser wheel to get the remaining tape off. Finally, clean the surface with acetone. Don't worry, the acetone will not harm your paint.

https://www.amazon.com/Adhesive-Remover-Graphics-diameter-threaded/dp/B00063VT0G/ref=asc_df_B00063VT0G/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309807921328&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13534851978205101939&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9018821&hvtargid=pla-451421021261&psc=1
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[SilverPhoenix]

You can also use fishing line and "saw" thru the sticky tape. Then use a 3M magic eraser wheel to get the remaining tape off. Finally, clean the surface with acetone. Don't worry, the acetone will not harm your paint.

https://www.amazon.com/Adhesive-Remover-Graphics-diameter-threaded/dp/B00063VT0G/ref=asc_df_B00063VT0G/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309807921328&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13534851978205101939&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9018821&hvtargid=pla-451421021261&psc=1
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Appreciate your help, but I don't fish so would have to go buy some line. I was thinking the spoiler was just bolted on and that I could take it off/re-install easily. Now that I see it's got adhesive tape I'll just let the paint shop deal with it when I bring my car there to have the bumper repaint job done. If they mess it up then they'll be responsible and have the ability to fix; if I mess it up I'll be responsible and will have to pay someone else to have it fixed...lol.

[Mr. Man]

Yeah, don't have one of those...I just have the basic tools. Plus, I'm the type that finds a way to break stuff. I have used a heat gun before...was attempting to dry out the inside of my headlamp after fixing the cracks where water water was leaking in. Managed to warp the plastic; I have Russ (03mmmonroe) as a witness because this happened at his place 7-8 years ago.Hair drier works in a pinch.

[MyBlackBeasts]

F250 day today. 15 minutes to install new V-Leds headlights (Sweet!). 2.5 hours doing deep clean & conditioning of leather seats. Picture doesn't do justice to the before/after...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211108/f2fe57e40e72a0d5bd81ad9243abf3 c2.jpg


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[justbob]

Blew up the diff again. Two diffs in 7 months / 880 miles. Maybe a new record??

This rear REALLY doesn’t appreciate clutch drops, power, and the chubby car it’s expected to push!

Last one was Ford Racing and lasted a good few years before I exploded the spiders. This one was a Yukon dura grip that seemed pretty impressive until heading home today. No clue what gave out, one nasty audible pop and neutral city. Even put it in 1st and got out to witness a spinning driveshaft. No crunching sounds like when I shear the teeth of the 4.30’s, not violent left to right body movement like when the spiders binded up and shattered, just a single bang.

Towed home, put away, will open it up someday this year or next.


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[Joe Walsh]

Blew up the diff again. Two diffs in 7 months / 880 miles. Maybe a new record??

This rear REALLY doesn’t appreciate clutch drops, power, and the chubby car it’s expected to push!

Last one was Ford Racing and lasted a good few years before I exploded the spiders. This one was a Yukon dura grip that seemed pretty impressive until heading home today. No clue what gave out, one nasty audible pop and neutral city. Even put it in 1st and got out to witness a spinning driveshaft. No crunching sounds like when I shear the teeth of the 4.30’s, not violent left to right body movement like when the spiders binded up and shattered, just a single bang.

Towed home, put away, will open it up someday this year or next.


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That sucks....sorry to hear about the mechanical maladies.
I agree with you;
An 8.8 is marginal at best in a powerful, heavy, stick shift car....
Sticky rubber too?

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[SilverPhoenix]

Blew up the diff again. Two diffs in 7 months / 880 miles. Maybe a new record??

This rear REALLY doesn’t appreciate clutch drops, power, and the chubby car it’s expected to push!

Last one was Ford Racing and lasted a good few years before I exploded the spiders. This one was a Yukon dura grip that seemed pretty impressive until heading home today. No clue what gave out, one nasty audible pop and neutral city. Even put it in 1st and got out to witness a spinning driveshaft. No crunching sounds like when I shear the teeth of the 4.30’s, not violent left to right body movement like when the spiders binded up and shattered, just a single bang.

Towed home, put away, will open it up someday this year or next.

It's obvious that you don't know how to drive or take care of your MM. You need to give it to me...

:rolleyes: :flamer:

[SilverPhoenix]

Wow, the "reply with quote" function really MALfunctioned on my last post...lol.

[justbob]

Dang!
That sucks....sorry to hear about the mechanical maladies.
I agree with you;
An 8.8 is marginal at best in a powerful, heavy, stick shift car....
Sticky rubber too?

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Nope! Actually I was rolling at around 40. But they are brand new Nitto 421Q’s and as they spin just enough to squeal, the car absolutely plants you into the seats. 1st gear is a complete waste at any speed so I never bother even trying, just immediate shredding and rev limiter. 2nd and up pedaling after 3,500 each gear is such an adrenaline rush!




It's obvious that you know how to drive and I’m really proud you’re never afraid to do free in house non biased independent testing of aftermarket equipment for all of us to read and learn from and gain first hand experience and all the meanwhile taking the upmost, over the top care of your pristine MM. You need to sell it to me for nothing less than $20,000.

:rolleyes: :flamer:

Yeah Kyle I see you are definitely having some issues. Hopefully this fix I did helps Bud. [emoji1303]


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[baloneyhomie]

Recently changed the transmission fluid and gear oil.

Kevin @ Pantherlights got my set of custom projector headlights done. I hope to get them installed by Sunday since they're coming in this Saturday. Very excited for some real bright headlights out of this car.

[Peace2Peep]

Recently changed the transmission fluid and gear oil.

Kevin @ Pantherlights got my set of custom projector headlights done. I hope to get them installed by Sunday since they're coming in this Saturday. Very excited for some real bright headlights out of this car.

i love mine! I need to do a bit more aiming, but the cutoff is S H A R P !!! You'll love them, I do!!!

[SilverPhoenix]

i love mine! I need to do a bit more aiming, but the cutoff is S H A R P !!! You'll love them, I do!!!

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[baloneyhomie]

i love mine! I need to do a bit more aiming, but the cutoff is S H A R P !!! You'll love them, I do!!!

Time just keeps dragging on now that they're actually on the way! I decided to go for the top tier Morimoto kit without any bells and whistles. I really like the classy look of panthers in general so it was a no-brainer to go for a clean, OEM look.

I'm planning on driving this car up the East Coast to visit family this summer so I'm very very glad Kevin managed to get them finished beforehand so I'll have a safer journey north. The price was steep, but I really do think they'll be worth the cost!

[RubberCtyRauder]

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I've had mine from Kevin for 3-4 years

[Peace2Peep]

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Here she is! Love these lights...haven't gotten my demon eyes on yet, but one thing at a time...aiming and aligning comes first!

[SilverPhoenix]

Thanks for the pics fellas, but any chance y'all got one at night with them on?

[baloneyhomie]

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They’re here! Just need to figure out where to mount everything as far as the ballasts and relays. Anyone have any pics of their setup?


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[baloneyhomie]

Hey y'all, got my projectors successfully installed in the car. I'm in love already. Kevin does great work; I called him once I got 'em working and he helped me aim them. I think I'll have to do some minor adjustments down the road (hah) but so far they work (and look) great!

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[Mr. Man]

Just read your saga JustBob about the exploding rear diff. To bad you don't know how to beef it up with a 9".(TWSS):eek: :P

[justbob]

Just read your saga JustBob about the exploding rear diff. To bad you don't know how to beef it up with a 9".(TWSS):eek: :P

Oh I do, but I’m not willing to spend the time or money. Truth is I lost interest in this car years ago. 6 speed certainly helped 7 1/2 years ago, two years later the power increase was great but it really never outweighed the cost and headaches associated. Besides the two diffs this year I will say it’s been nothing but trouble free. I think I just over did my effort and I’m just not feeling it anymore.

I’ll more than likely just throw in another one out of warranty and get rid of it in the spring. Someone else can easily take it to the next level if they so those.


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[03Merc]

Drive it over 8hrs to Atlantic City n back. Won over $800 on slots, picked up a supercharger on the way home. One of the last pieces to My Eaton swap puzzle.


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[Mr. Man]

Come on Bob what's the alternative, spending time with the 'Honey do list'?

[03Merc]

Drove it over 8hrs to Atlantic City n back. Won over $800 on slots, picked up a supercharger on the way home. One of the last pieces to My Eaton swap puzzle.


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