Here's some pics of the 5 lug swap on the Sport, and a pic during the TC axle install.:bowdown:
here's a pic of the old 7.5 2.75 axle, and the new 8.8 3.55 TC rear getting ready to go in.:bowdown:
Lookin good Herb!
Solid rotors...Mustang stuff?
I'm gonna try to find a Mark VII in the yards...and get what I need...
Yep 2000 GT brakes. :D I used MK VII stuff on my old Cougar, worked great but I had to grind down the hub on the front so my wheels would fit. Some of the newer Mustang wheels won't clear the hub.
I've got my fronts done already with SN95 stuff...was gonna go Mark VII on the rear..all I need is the brake stuff, have axles. :)
A buddy picked up his '99 Stang calipers...I can't wait to get a set for myself lol...they're super nice.
Looks great dude!
You'll like the MK VII rears, big rotors and big calipers.
Thanks.
So now the question is what wheels?
;) look on Facebook for a clue....lol.
Well on to paint now. Watcha think? :bowdown::D
Absolutely beautiful! I love the Mach 1 wheels. Nice work!
What color is it going to be?
Please tell me that it won't see winter driving after the paint :).
Well the color scheme is hush hush right now...lol. The winter part will depend on wheather I find a really cheap vehicle before winter, as this is my only car at the moment.
Great looking wheels. I've seen the "wider" versions of them as well. Deep wheels in the back....YES !!! Great work so far. As far as driving in the winter, the Sport loves the cold weather. I built her to drive. BUT, I also may change my mind in a heart beat after this next paint job. I may be looking for another car as well. I like where you're going with it. The spoiler...Mmmmmmm not so much, but that has to be for you. Still, great looking car. The wheels really set it off. .
Thanks Vinnie, I'm hoping not to have to drive it because of the salt around here but we'll see. I had these wheels and tires for almost 8yrs., as they are actual Ford wheels, just never got to use them until now....lol. As for the spoiler, it is off my old '71 Boss 351 Mustang I had a loooong time ago.:D
The new wheels look good on it. If it's the same color as you where looking at before I think it's going to look awsome.
Thanks, yep that's it :)
Cool. I'm sure you're anxious to get it painted. That sucks it's your only vehicle. I only drive mine to and from shows and the occasional joy ride and it still gets it's share of nicks and chips.
Some color pics.....:D
More pics.....:D
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v198/cougarman/Paint%20progress/
I think it will look great when your done. Good job!
That reds gonna scream with some clear, great work cant wait to see it finished
Thanks.
Man that color scheme looks sweet. Nice work. I really can't wait to get my truck painted now,.....
Looks great :). Is the black going to be satin or gloss when it's done?
Thanks, it's actually dark shadow gray metallic. I have it cleared now, I will post some updated pics soon.
Can't wait to see it finished!!!
wow.... can't wait for todays pics....
Thanks, it's not as straight and smooth as your body and paint Jerry, but it's better than primer...lol. ;)
Got the clear on yesterday. :bowdown:
couple more.:D
Looks good! I can't wait to see the finished product.
Looking good!
Nice! Those colors look good together. Very unique.
. Yea as everyone has said, killer combo! Nice choice man.
Got the lights and grille installed, can't wait to get the Mach 1 wheels back on. :D
Thanks for all the compliments!!!!:bowdown:
I love the new paint!!! I do have to say, I think the grille should be gray like the upper body color. Still, the car is looking mean. Whole new attitude.
Fantastic job that's something to be very proud of, Great colors
i agree with vinnie, but either way it looks great.. good thing the grill isn't chrome though.. it would stick out like a sore thumb.. and i LOVE the fact that it doesn't have a nasty TC header on it :D
+1 on the grille.
Looks good, bud. I know how much work it takes to get there. Good job.
should look fantastic once its had a buff.
looks good, and somehow, kinda firmilar. :)
^Really?
Lol, Looks great! What color is the pinstripe?
Thanks, yea not big on TC header panels, I like a grille. :D
Thanks.:D
Thanks. :)
LOL, yea I guess it does.:D
Pinstripe is Performance white code HP, '05 Mustang color.
Thanks Vinnie, I have a few ideas to finish about the grille ;)
Thanks.:D
i think it would be really awesome to be able to get pics of our cars next to each other.
i really like that on that body style too.
5 sets of console decals are on the way.
That would be cool!!
Thanks Vinnie, harness going out also. (sorry for the delay).
No hurry. Whenever you have the time. I'll be fine till it gets here. Also, if you need anything, I'll do my best for you. Now about that grille...................................
Thanks, hey if you come across any grilles cheap, let me know. (Gotta few ideas..lol)
i have 1, it's missing the emblem, but no cracks or broken mounts.. just have to dig it out of my shed
Let me know what ya need for it. :)
let me find it and i'll let you know
Thanks. :)
Got the hood scoop and spoiler painted and installed. :D
can't wait to get the Mach 1s back on...lol.
I do NOT like spoilers on the '87/'88 Birds....BUT, with the current "theme" your car has, it works well. You pulled it off great. I also don't like black wheels, but I think they fit your car and give it that "sinister" look. I think they look more aggressive than the Mach 1 wheels. The car is looking better all the time.
Looks good Herb! Are you going to have the windows tinted? I think it would add a little more to it.
Thanks Vinnie, these wheels are just temporary until I get a new Mach 1 wheel, I don't really care for black wheels either....lol.
Thanks, I have the tint, just gotta get it on...lol.
Have you sen the 10.5 inch wide rear wheels (Mach1)? They are NICE.
Yes, Yes yes I have...stop teasing me Vinnie. Oh the pain, the pain.....lol. :D
Do it. Get it over with. Go the distance and don't look back. You've gone this far, don't choke now.
Sell off your old wheels, and anything else, buy these !!!!!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/AFS-Mustang-2003-Mach-1-Wheels-17-Rear-Only-Deep-Dish-94-04-Wide-?cmd=ViewItem&hash=item3cbd28c228&item=260871602728&pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr
It's only fair that you get those wheels.....Kitz makes me upgrade things with the Sport that I wouldn't do on my own.
Besides, those skinny wheels out back would distract from the meanness of the whole package. DO IT !!!!! So it costs a little more......in the end, all installed and looking great, you'll thank me.
Yea, I've had those on watch for awhile. :D I'll see what I can do....lol.
Please, please .... rethink that spoiler. It just doesnt seem to flow for me with the car. Maybe if you lowered the spoiler some it would help. I think the hood scoop looks good and I agree with the hood scoop it needs something in the rear to balance it out, but its just not working. Just my .02
You have done such an amazing job with the car. It will look good either way. I wish I could paint a car.
Thanks!! Sorry the spoiler stays.....lol.
haven't forgotten about the grill, still looking for it.. it's in a box or toate with a bunch of small interior parts
ok, np thanks.
Wow that's definitely an odd choice of paint but I dig it:D Personally I don't think the wheels fit in with the rest of it but I am interested to see it when you swap them.
Also I'm so glad you decided to keep you Sport a true Sport too. As in non TC grille :D yeah, I'm talking about you Vinnie:poke:
Thanks, yea I'm sure it will look better with the Mach 1s. ;D
Hey, I like the Turbo Coupe nose because it's sleeker, and I like the Bird in the center with no distractions.
Also, if you really knew how sensitive I am, you wouldn't pick on me.
Oh, and by the way, if you change the engine, suspension, tranny or anything else, it's not a "True" Sport, it's a modified Sport.. Any upgrade , whether it's a header panel, rear end, or H.O engine, seats, etc..... it's still a change. They are only original one time, and one time only.
I think the Mach 1's would be perfect if you get the deep ones for the rear. C'mon, do it.
Well found a new Mach 1 wheel, as soon as it gets here I can get my wheels back on whoo hooo!!! Sorry Vinnie the deep dish will be a later project, I'll just run these for now. :D
http://www.ebay.com/itm/260834873547?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2648
You're getting your wheels just in time to take them back off for winter. I'm glad I took my chrome wheels off my fusion last weekend, it's snowing! I hate this !!
I'm still looking for a cheap car/truck to drive. So maybe I won't have to take them off...lol. ;)
That's what I did back when I decided I wanted to use mine only as a show/occasional car. I was able to find a 79 camaro for $300. Of course that was around 19 years ago. I don't know if you can buy a running car for that today.
man, if you lived anywhere close to here, you could have a good running sentra for 350 bucks.. just needs a strut and tie rods on the pass side lol
Nooooooo...........not a skinny wheel !!! , we need the deep wheels on the back. O.K., you owe me.
Yea thanks, that's kinda what I'm keeping my eye out for something "cheap"...lol.
Don't worry Vinnie, the deep dish are on the "to do" list!!
Alright then, I'm gonna be waiting.
Hey I found something to make the Tbird look even better!!!!! :bowdown::bowdown:
Parking in a no parking zone, or removing the passenger side lock?
J/k, looking good, love the color scheme.
:rollin: Thanks. Actually was talking about having my bestie stand next to her. :D
no no no.. it must be the missing marker light in the fender! :giggle:
That's a "lightening hole". Hahahahahahahaha
Cold air intake. Waiting for the stickers and "custom" carbon fiber scoop.
Awww man, don't give away all my upcoming mods.................lmao.
Got the new 140 speedo installed. :D
Nice! I see you got the chrome surround in yours. I have the brushed alluminum in mine.
Sweet. I like that speedo. I was getting 4 or 5 a year, now, they are drying up. The dash looks great.
Looks nice!
Looks great. The new paint job seems to be causing pretty woman to want to get there picture taken next to the car. Better be careful the wife don't get mad :)
;);) It's ok I'm sure she's good with it. :D