• Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-

Progress Thread Snow - 93 GT Vert. Prepping for sale

  • Thread starter Thread starter JAA
  • Start date Start date Oct 9, 2018
Prev
  • 1
  • …
  • 45
  • 46
  • 47
  • 48
  • 49
  • …
  • 53
Next
First Prev 47 of 53 Next Last

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
Sep 20, 2023
#921
  • Sep 20, 2023
  • #921
General karthief said:
Kinda should have that cap on the canister, I think you can get them at NAPA, all the fords pretty much used the same canister/vent caps from the mid to late 70's to at least late 90's, possibly longer.
Click to expand...
No one sells that I can find except LMR. 2 for $10 which I’m fine with but I don’t want to get hit with shipping. I’ll have to see how much and how long to ship.
 

Mustang5L5

That is…until I whipped out my Bissell
Mod Dude
Feb 18, 2001
43,260
17,945
224
Massachusetts
Sep 20, 2023
#922
  • Sep 20, 2023
  • #922
Daniel Carpenter makes repops of that cap, but you can’t buy direct. Need to buy from a distributor like LMR

OE part number is D1AZ-9E602-B. They are available, but more expensive
 
Reactions: JAA and General karthief

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
Sep 21, 2023
#923
  • Sep 21, 2023
  • #923
Went for a short ride up the road. All seems well.

Belt tensioner sure seems to be moving each time I drive. Is there something I’m missing here? I’m smog and ac delete. Using a continental belt. Not sure what is causing, I will have to keep an eye on it.
 

AeroCoupe

lube between the nut and the face. I know my lubes
Founding Member
Oct 28, 2001
5,920
4,041
183
Claremore, OK
Sep 21, 2023
#924
  • Sep 21, 2023
  • #924
Tensioner should have an indexed on the back of it (think round short peg sticking up off the back of it) that goes into a hole on the bracket. This keeps it from rotating.
 
Reactions: JAA

AeroCoupe

lube between the nut and the face. I know my lubes
Founding Member
Oct 28, 2001
5,920
4,041
183
Claremore, OK
Mar 10, 2024
#925
  • Mar 10, 2024
  • #925
Just curious how everything turned out. Hopefully you are enjoying the car.
 

Potomus Pete

I'm still waiting for the fully nude shots
5 Year Member
Mar 7, 2019
3,308
1,223
153
Sarasota Florida
Mar 10, 2024
#926
  • Mar 10, 2024
  • #926
I thought his father gave him some nice heads, but Im not sure if he was using them
 

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
Apr 14, 2024
#927
  • Apr 14, 2024
  • #927
Hello hello from ty spring New England! Its about that time of the year again. The time to bring out the rust-free Florida cars and try to drive them more than you work on them.

No new news on my front, other than the kids toilet 5.7 Dodge Magnum needing a new timing cover. Luckily, I got my wrenches wet on this 302 project! Half way done that mopar menace.

On a more depressing front, I do have to say goodbye to my 2008 Elantra. Over 222k on it. Runs great except for a rough idle on start due to EGR something or other which I couldn't fix. New England rust is also starting to creep on it. Ultimately it needs new lower control arms across the board, rear pads and prolly a rear caliper rebuild. Most significant is I believe the front driver wheel bearing needs replacing. Just not worth the $$$ or even time at this point. While a much longer story which would make this grown ass man cry, the truly sad part is this car is will be the most significant attachment I have to my late mother RIP. She passed over 10 years ago unexpectedly and this car has always felt a part of her to me. Ive spent a lot of money and time keeping it going, all worth it, but the time has come. It will be hard for me to drop it off at the yard, but I wouldn't feel comfortable selling it private party. I trust my local yard to do the right thing.

Sad eyes aside, happy soon-to-be summer!!
 

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
Apr 14, 2024
#928
  • Apr 14, 2024
  • #928
Potomus Pete said:
I thought his father gave him some nice heads, but Im not sure if he was using them
Click to expand...
Yea, did a DIY valve job on them and put them on. So far so good other than somehow shearing my alternator bracket bolt.
 

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
Apr 14, 2024
#929
  • Apr 14, 2024
  • #929
So with losing a car, I think my next step is to get the 302 running so it can be a local grocery getter. I dont think I have much to do other than replacing the motor for the roof. This way if I get caught out in the rain accidentally I can cover up.

How do others get "peace of mind" on their older vehicles that they wont have issues driving them more frequently? Im just assuming this comes with dilligence on maintenance and paying attention to noises/fluids which show themselves?
 
Last edited: Apr 14, 2024

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
Apr 14, 2024
#930
  • Apr 14, 2024
  • #930
Just ordered convertible top motor and those silly charcoal canister tops.
 

General karthief

wonder how much it would cost to ship you a pair
20+ Year Stangneter
Aug 25, 2016
27,949
10,587
203
polk county florida
Apr 14, 2024
#931
  • Apr 14, 2024
  • #931
You could have saved a seat out of that nisson and made a chair out of it.....Mom's Chair....with wheels!! Beddern a Barco-lounger
I have a Corrolla and I hate that car but it's just been so f'n dependable it's almost embarrassing, who am I kidding....... It is embarrassing
 
Reactions: Potomus Pete and JAA

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
Apr 14, 2024
#932
  • Apr 14, 2024
  • #932
General karthief said:
You could have saved a seat out of that nisson and made a chair out of it.....Mom's Chair....with wheels!! Beddern a Barco-lounger
I have a Corrolla and I hate that car but it's just been so f'n dependable it's almost embarrassing, who am I kidding....... It is embarrassing
Click to expand...
ya know, thats not the worst idea ive ever heard
 
Reactions: General karthief

Cheapskate207

The left one hangs a little lower
5 Year Member
Jan 12, 2020
761
541
113
Maine
Apr 14, 2024
#933
  • Apr 14, 2024
  • #933
Yes you’re right. If you attend to every issue eventually it will (hopefully) be reliable. Preventative maintenance goes a long way. Also, roadside assistance may provide some peace of mind.
 
Reactions: JAA

Potomus Pete

I'm still waiting for the fully nude shots
5 Year Member
Mar 7, 2019
3,308
1,223
153
Sarasota Florida
Apr 14, 2024
#934
  • Apr 14, 2024
  • #934
JAA said:
So with losing a car, I think my next step is to get the 302 running so it can be a local grocery getter. I dont think I have much to do other than replacing the motor for the roof. This way if I get caught out in the rain accidentally I can cover up.

How do others get "peace of mind" on their older vehicles that they wont have issues driving them more frequently? Im just assuming this comes with dilligence on maintenance and paying attention to noises/fluids which show themselves?
Click to expand...
My 90 LX convertible has been completly trouble free for a few months now. That's getting groceries, and driving it quite a bit during the week. I have just about replaced everything over the years. I think the biggest reason for greatness is my completly rebuilt distributor with PIP. Also a huge difference was sending out my fuel injectors to be cleaned. When they came back the car was a different animal.
 
Reactions: JAA, TOOLOW91 and General karthief

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
Apr 20, 2024
#935
  • Apr 20, 2024
  • #935
Just a picture trying to instigate
 
Reactions: General karthief

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
May 27, 2024
#936
  • May 27, 2024
  • #936
Getting ready to register Snow in Mass. Mass will require a front license plate. What do folks recommend for this? Here is my front:
https://stangnet.com/mustang-forums/attachments/4-jpg.614412/
 

limp

wrap a little cheese around it and its a done
5 Year Member
Oct 4, 2020
5,469
2,903
173
Florida
May 27, 2024
#937
  • May 27, 2024
  • #937
JAA said:
Getting ready to register Snow in Mass. Mass will require a front license plate. What do folks recommend for this? Here is my front:
https://stangnet.com/mustang-forums/attachments/4-jpg.614412/
Click to expand...
Some states with Antique or " special " plates with the front license requirement, allow the car to have a rear only plate... I know Oregon does that..
 
Reactions: JAA

Potomus Pete

I'm still waiting for the fully nude shots
5 Year Member
Mar 7, 2019
3,308
1,223
153
Sarasota Florida
May 27, 2024
#938
  • May 27, 2024
  • #938
This must mean that Snow is road worthy, and ready for summer fun in the great state of Massachusetts.
 

JAA

5 Year Member
Oct 2, 2018
674
110
63
Central MA
May 27, 2024
#939
  • May 27, 2024
  • #939
Potomus Pete said:
This must mean that Snow is road worthy, and ready for summer fun in the great state of Massachusetts.
Click to expand...
I sure hope so! Had it running in the driveway yesterday, all seemed well. Tension on serpentine belt looks good. Had it running long enough to open thermostat and hear electric fan. Verified new vert top motor works. New amplifier sounds good, though I still think my rear speakers are garbage. I believe it is ready to inspect!
 

Potomus Pete

I'm still waiting for the fully nude shots
5 Year Member
Mar 7, 2019
3,308
1,223
153
Sarasota Florida
May 27, 2024
#940
  • May 27, 2024
  • #940
Do you live in a town that has a cop with radar around every corner? I was brought up in Mass
 
Prev
  • 1
  • …
  • 45
  • 46
  • 47
  • 48
  • 49
  • …
  • 53
Next
First Prev 47 of 53 Next Last
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

N
Power door lock motor Question
  • NYFox
  • Mar 15, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
3
Views
276
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Mar 17, 2026
NYFox
N
P
93 Electrical Gremlins
  • Parmgeddon93
  • Jun 6, 2025
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
3
Views
226
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Jun 7, 2025
Bullitt347
S
01 GT DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LOCK CYLINDER LINKAGE
  • Scwhitten
  • May 13, 2026
  • SN95 4.6L Mustang Tech
Replies
3
Views
172
SN95 4.6L Mustang Tech Jun 19, 2026
melo.timo
M
T
Fox Convertible top issues
  • TDM389
  • Feb 15, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
5
Views
317
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Feb 15, 2026
General karthief
Progress Thread 93 LX father son project
  • ZAM93LX
  • Oct 26, 2025
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 2
Replies
24
Views
1K
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Dec 3, 2025
Scrapla347
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?