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Thread: Ignition/drivability issues
Post: RE: Ignition/drivability issues

You can read through the steps in the link below. But check the vacuum line going to the regulator first. Then, if it were me, I would put the gauge on it and start the car. Then tap on the regulator ...

Thread: Ignition/drivability issues
Post: RE: Ignition/drivability issues

94VERTiGO Wrote: (01-28-2024, 07:15 PM) -- I thought that there must have been a problem with the gauge or the way I was using it. So this morning, I went out to confirm the 0 psi on the pressure gau...

Thread: Ignition/drivability issues
Post: RE: Ignition/drivability issues

94VERTiGO Wrote: (01-27-2024, 11:07 PM) -- I did a fuel pressure check today (several times) have 0 psi on the gauge. I went to Autozone and "borrowed" a fuel pressure test kit. The kit is brand new...

Thread: Ignition/drivability issues
Post: RE: Ignition/drivability issues

I see you checked for intake leaks but I'd check with smoke. I use a smoke machine but there are cheaper versions that might work. See eBay item 364533505259. Also, is the EGR system still connected?

Thread: Ignition/drivability issues
Post: RE: Ignition/drivability issues

94VERTiGO Wrote: (01-26-2024, 12:48 AM) -- Follow up on the TPS reading opposite of what it should. I have the Idle Air Bypass off of the car and it is unplugged, to make room to work on the TPS, wo...

Thread: Clumping noise from breaking 1988 Cougar
Post: RE: Clumping noise from breaking 1988 Cougar

Chasing sounds is not fun. In addition to the struts, inspect your sway bar end links and sway bar bushings to make sure they are tight and not worn out. Inspect your transmission mount (these are kno...

Thread: Trying to find parts 88TC
Post: RE: Trying to find parts 88TC

There is also a facebook group "Thunderbird Turbo Coupe Enthusiast Page" that's pretty active. Post your needs list there.

Thread: Car Cover for car stored in garage
Post: RE: Car Cover for car stored in garage

I just use disposable plastic covers on my stuff. $12 each on Amazon. Toss them out in the spring because they're dusty from shop work. 2 Set of Thicken PE Plastic Car Cover- 12.5' x 21.6' Disposab...

Thread: ignition lock cylinder
Post: RE: ignition lock cylinder

Jeff K Wrote: (11-02-2023, 06:11 PM) -- Maybe it is just me, but I have NO IDEA what you are talking about!!! What is a START CHAMBER???? What is a COUNTER ROBBERY LIGHT??? What is a passlock per...

Thread: T3/T4, dual exhaust and PiMPx project
Post: RE: T3/T4, dual exhaust and PiMPx project

Chas K 88 Wrote: (10-27-2023, 07:57 PM) -- Wow, has it really been 11 months since I updated this project??? I think I said before that if the weather is nice, I'm out enjoying life. Now the weathers...

Thread: For Sale 1987 Turbo Coupe 57,000 Miles
Post: RE: For Sale 1987 Turbo Coupe 57,000 Miles

All of the emblems are gone.

Thread: Possible Spark Blowout?
Post: RE: Possible Spark Blowout?

AloofMaalouf- "intense bucking at higher rpm’s" sounds more like a bad/wrong plug wire based upon experience with the same symptom. Given that you've swapped this engine into a Pinto, make sure you're...

Thread: Upper end price for low mile TCs?
Post: RE: Upper end price for low mile TCs?

If you throw out the two outliers, the range seems to be $10-$15k over the last 4 years. But that's with the dynamics of an auction. Private sale will be lower and it was for me.

Thread: Upper end price for low mile TCs?
Post: RE: Upper end price for low mile TCs?

Look at the sales of TC's on Bring a Trailer. These are low milage examples and good comps.

Thread: 1988 Rear View Mirror
Post: RE: 1988 Rear View Mirror

I'll add one more possible cause for overheating in traffic (I just went through this). The OEM radiator cap is a key component to this cooling system. It is designed to deliver coolant to the overflo...

Thread: Clutch master cylinder
Post: RE: Clutch master cylinder

My Wagner was NOS on eBay. Agree, set up an eBay alert.

Thread: Clutch master cylinder
Post: RE: Clutch master cylinder

Arrrr, sorry. Clicked on the wrong link. Yes, it's the slave. I bought both a few years ago. (the master is Wagner F116378). Here's a half dozen part numbers that cross and may pop up somewhere, somed...

Thread: Clutch master cylinder
Post: RE: Clutch master cylinder

I see alot of these master cylinders on eBay for under $40. https://www.ebay.com/itm/153479522212?fits=Year%3A1988%7CEngine+-+Liter_Display%3A2.3L%7CTrim%3ATurbo+Sedan+2-Door%7CModel%3AThunderbird%7CM...

Thread: 87 TC rebuild opinions
Post: RE: 87 TC rebuild opinions

Research converting to EDIS ignition before you invest in the OEM design. I had nothing but trouble because the shaft and distributor gear wear cause the timing to move (and skip). There is a tone-rin...

Thread: Exaust pics/vids
Post: RE: Exaust pics/vids

See attached.

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