Replacing oil 3K to 5K miles will keep your stang in great shape for many many years. Replacing spark plugs every 15K to 25K miles (not sure where to lean) helps a lot too.
Anytime I hear the mention of a tune-up, I always bring up the topic of brake fluid. I get the brake fluid drained and re-filled with new fluid every 12 months. No brake problems at all. Not sure how many miles to go by, as its just one of several fluids that get changed/flushed every 12 months: coolant (Spring), brake fluid (Winter), steering fluid (Fall), and tranny fluid (Summer).
Keeping fluids in check and keeping the engine bay relatively clean (wash it 2-3 times a year with degreaser, rinse, and a little armour all) and you'd be surprised how reliable a stang (or any car) can be.
Sounds like a lot of money being spent, but I've found that I get way more than the "average life" out of various parts and accessories. No smoke, leaks, and such.
Again, one vote for changing the brake fluid.
Anytime I hear the mention of a tune-up, I always bring up the topic of brake fluid. I get the brake fluid drained and re-filled with new fluid every 12 months. No brake problems at all. Not sure how many miles to go by, as its just one of several fluids that get changed/flushed every 12 months: coolant (Spring), brake fluid (Winter), steering fluid (Fall), and tranny fluid (Summer).
Keeping fluids in check and keeping the engine bay relatively clean (wash it 2-3 times a year with degreaser, rinse, and a little armour all) and you'd be surprised how reliable a stang (or any car) can be.
Sounds like a lot of money being spent, but I've found that I get way more than the "average life" out of various parts and accessories. No smoke, leaks, and such.
Again, one vote for changing the brake fluid.