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Picking up a 95 gt today

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  • Start date Start date Sep 5, 2006

Kornnut

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Its got a ton of miles on it but got a deal. Anyway going to do a full tune up this weekend. What plugs, and wires what else should I do?
 

1TallMF

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When I bought mine, I didn't know what was recently done to it, and neither did the previous owner (or so he claimed, I'm still trying to figure that out ). But anyways, I decided to do plugs, wires, cap/rotor, pcv valve, fuel filter (a must), cleaned the K&N filter, new radiator cap, cleaned the MAF and IAT sensors, and changed the oil. The only things I haven't got around to yet are the tranny fluid and rear end oil changes. I'll get those in the spring after she sleeps the winter off. Some of those things might have been done shortly before I bought it, but its piece of mind for me knowing that everything was freshly changed so I could start off on a clean slate.
 

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Oh and congrats on the new toy. Post up the specs on her and pics if you can
 

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Congrats on the 'stang purchase!

1TallMF has an excellent list... I'd also include cleaning/replacing the PCV grommet and screen.

Check the serpentine belt to see if it needs to be replaced.

You'll want to carefully go over all the vacuum lines and make sure they are looking good and not leaking.

Replacing the brake fluid and bleeding the brakes will make a huge stopping difference.

Changing out the ECT (Engine Coolant Temperature) sensor is also a cheap item to replace if you're changing out things.

Cleaning the MAF (search to find out how) will give a huge power increase if it's dirty.

Good luck,
Wes
 

Kornnut

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Car has had routine oil changes and was a DD all of its life. My friend bought it from them and I bought it from him. Its got a new KC clutch, 4:10's and steeda sport shifter. Its got 150k on it but for a never been wrecked mustang 3 grand wasn't a bad deal.
 

HISSIN50

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Nice lists.

I'd add to the rad cap idea - coolant and a new hi-po t-stat (hoses too if needed, esp the PITA small hoses on the pump). Also check things like U-joints, brake linings, and the like.

Enjoy!
 
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Congrats on your purchase. I just grabbed a mildly modded 95 GT off a local car dealer who didnt know what he had. Yea, the clock says 139K, but the car is tight and runs like a banshee with its azz on fire. I paid a bit more than you though .. $4250 was drained from my bank account ... but worth every penny.

Following what has already been posted, just start at the front of the car and work your way back. Check everything and anything that could be worn and need replacing or cleaning.
 
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