shine1stang
Joined:
Jul 2009
paducah ky
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Ok ive noticed that my 88 tc sunroof gasket is leaking, its getting worse. In my google search ive come up with this http://www.sunroofdoctor.com/8788thunderbird.htm
anyone deal thru these guys?
Any other suggestions on where to get a gasket?
Thanks
Tom
97 mustang v6 turbo play car
601hp@20psi meth injected
10.71@125mph
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C05lfDmYgKw
DD-88 tbird turbo coupe, converted to 5 spd, cd player and subs. Otherwise stock with 261,000 miles
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shine1stang
Joined:
Jul 2009
paducah ky
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nevermind guys! I did a search on here and they came up.
So i just open up the sunroof and take off the old gasket/molding and apply the new one??
97 mustang v6 turbo play car
601hp@20psi meth injected
10.71@125mph
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C05lfDmYgKw
DD-88 tbird turbo coupe, converted to 5 spd, cd player and subs. Otherwise stock with 261,000 miles
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thumper
Joined:
Jun 2001
Dexter, MO
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I, too, need to complete this project. In the meantime I'm just making sure the drain hole in the front is staying clear... doesn't seem to get too wet.
I think I read once in my research for this project that its easiest to remove the sunroof glass. just a few screws, IIRC. You could probably find good instructions in the search... I did once, I think.
A.K.A. Corey Bennett
1988 TC: white, all options, 5-speed swap, K&N cone filter, "Ranger" roller camshaft, .60/.63 T3, NXS (Gillis-style) Boost Valve, Bosch BOV w/ check valve, Stinger 3" with axle dump (18" glass pack), 95A 3G
Some pictures: http://s639.photobucket.com/albums/uu111/cbennett4041/
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THUNDERPINTO
Joined:
Nov 2004
KENT ,NY, USA
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when installing the new strip , use as much as you can by compressing it along the glass. the rubber tends to shrink over time and will leave a gap , i had to add a small piece to fill in the gap once . SAVE the extra when fitting it !
2 87 TC's one is a Watkins Glen
88 TC no engine or interior,a no rust project
66 mustang coupe,71 triumph spit
52 Dodge powerwagon(s)
79 TC powered Pinto
99 Harley Roadking
73 750 Norton Commando Combat
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turbospoolin23
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Jan 2007
Canada,AB
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Thanks for the link. I also need to replace mine this year...
87 TC 5 spd... 17X9 Cobra R's, .60/.63 SVO T3 Turbo, Large NPR, Manual Boost Controller, AEM Wideband, BPV, K&N Cone, Walbro 255, Kirban AFPR, 3G Alternator Conversion, Short Throw Shifter, Stinger 3" Exhaust, Magnaflow Catalytic Converter & Muffler.
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Eric
Joined:
Jul 2001
Long Island N.Y.
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I have just completed installing new gasket from Sunroof Doctor a few months ago, it is not hard to do. Make sure you use the sealant to prevent the shrinkage issue, that should hold it in place. I tried to "compress" mine as much as possible when putting on, but the reality of trying to smoosh such a ridged gasket, you are not going to get much out of that. You really need the sealant to stop it from moving. BTW it worked great for wind noise and should stop any leaks you may be having. If you need any pointers on putting it on PM me.
Black 1987 T-Coupe 5 speed, stock xcept for K/N air filter.
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TCx2
Joined:
Apr 2001
Sierra Vista, Arizona
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A new gasket will help with wind noise but proper adjustment of the glass will make a difference as well. I've replaced the gasket on a poorly adjusted glass and still had noise. Adjusted the glass and quiet as a mouse.
Kevin
TCx2
67 Green Ford Fairlane 428CJ 5spd
89 Fiji Blue Chrysler Conquest
03 Mercury Marauder "Supercharged"
03 Ford Excursion(King of the SUVs)
04 Mustang Cobra - Screaming Yellow
10 Challenger R/T "Supercharged"
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