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first 88' T/C

Reply #30 –
Do some research on the glue. Its good strong stuff and theres a lot of body shops using it most of the time now. The cuts will obviously need to be different so there is a surface to glue to. Not to mention the fact that the glue wont warp the metal from heat like welding will and less filler can/will be used.

first 88' T/C

Reply #31 –
Got me a new set of clear corner lights haven't pollishe'd them yet but I can't wait for the paint to get done so I can put them on.
88 tc red, 5 speed daily driver/work in progress.
01 f150 4" lift, 35" tall mud tires, (needs a bigger lift)
88 tc black. New leather interior, motor is a work in progress.

first 88' T/C

Reply #32 –
Well today I made the Decision to switch cars. Sorry to  say that tony but im ganna rebuild the parts car.
88 tc red, 5 speed daily driver/work in progress.
01 f150 4" lift, 35" tall mud tires, (needs a bigger lift)
88 tc black. New leather interior, motor is a work in progress.

first 88' T/C

Reply #33 –
We're gonna try and save both cars we hope.  The parts car is rust free with 87k on the clock. Just hate to get rid of something that good for s pile.  Still needs some tlc though.  It will still be an interesting project.    Previous owner had started to gut the car.  So now the interesting task of putting back all that was removed and or unplugged from the engine.    We will also need to find out what is wrong with the engine.  Well have to see how it goes.

Go Fast the first time.  The tickets the same.
86 Thunderbird 5.0.  All original good weather driver. Tbird Reg #53035
86 Thunderbird TC.  All original good weather driver.  Tbird Reg # 58555
87 Thunderbird TC.  All original good weather daily driver.  Tbird Reg # 64647

first 88' T/C

Reply #34 –
So ive got all the wires plug in were there supposed to go, crack free dash is in. Getting some trim peices painted so it matches the dash. I'll try and get some pictures up by the end of tonight.
88 tc red, 5 speed daily driver/work in progress.
01 f150 4" lift, 35" tall mud tires, (needs a bigger lift)
88 tc black. New leather interior, motor is a work in progress.

first 88' T/C

Reply #35 –
some pictures not sure what order there in though
88 tc red, 5 speed daily driver/work in progress.
01 f150 4" lift, 35" tall mud tires, (needs a bigger lift)
88 tc black. New leather interior, motor is a work in progress.

first 88' T/C

Reply #36 –
Got everything done inside, even thought to my self to shampoo the carpet with the seats not being in. Well from what it looked like when I first got the car It's starting to look good.
88 tc red, 5 speed daily driver/work in progress.
01 f150 4" lift, 35" tall mud tires, (needs a bigger lift)
88 tc black. New leather interior, motor is a work in progress.

first 88' T/C

Reply #37 –
Lookin good bro!.. I have always liked  the leather in the TCs. Keep the pics posted of your progress.
87 Tbird LX w/Factory floor shifter:D   3G upgrade. Tinted Windows...85 Mustang GT steering wheel(non-cruise) 17'' Saleen SC style wheels,Front/Rear TC sway bars/poly bushings & Mustang GT steering rack...'05 Mustang V6 springs...93 Cobra MC & booster, MM adjustable C/C plates,  Work  In  Progress.......  ( On The Shelf---HO computer, 19lb injectors, HO cam, BBK headers, Explorer Intake, Cold Air Intake ,Phantom Gauges, Stinger stainless exhaust pipes )
 S O L D

first 88' T/C

Reply #38 –
well starting to work on the motor, supposebly its just a bad head gasket. Im to the point now where I can take the head off just need to figure out what socket I need to get the bolts out sense there not a normal hex bolt. If you have ideas please do tell.
88 tc red, 5 speed daily driver/work in progress.
01 f150 4" lift, 35" tall mud tires, (needs a bigger lift)
88 tc black. New leather interior, motor is a work in progress.

first 88' T/C

Reply #39 –
Post pics of the headbolts
41 Dodge Luxury Liner Sedan
78 F-100 2wd flareside
84Turbo Coupe
84 Thunderbird Élan
85 Thunderbird 3.8
88 Turbo Coupe
88 Mustang GT
90 Stang LX 5.0 5spd
93 F-150 4x4 ext cab
96 Mustang GT
98 Mustang GT
99 SVT Cobra
06 Fusion SEL
14 Fusion Sport

first 88' T/C

Reply #40 –
picture is in the engine tech forum
88 tc red, 5 speed daily driver/work in progress.
01 f150 4" lift, 35" tall mud tires, (needs a bigger lift)
88 tc black. New leather interior, motor is a work in progress.

first 88' T/C

Reply #41 –
12pt bolts bud
41 Dodge Luxury Liner Sedan
78 F-100 2wd flareside
84Turbo Coupe
84 Thunderbird Élan
85 Thunderbird 3.8
88 Turbo Coupe
88 Mustang GT
90 Stang LX 5.0 5spd
93 F-150 4x4 ext cab
96 Mustang GT
98 Mustang GT
99 SVT Cobra
06 Fusion SEL
14 Fusion Sport

first 88' T/C

Reply #42 –
I cant remember off the top of my head for sure, but if Im thinking correctly its a 12 point 13mm socket. But I do remember they use 12 point sockets for sure. Another little tidbit about them bolts, they are not TTY so they are indefinately reusable. Its a good idea to measure and make sure they havent been overly torqued and damaged.

first 88' T/C

Reply #43 –
I've got the parts ordered that I need just need to find the time to pull off the head. And if I've read correctly the way to go on the exhaust is 3inch correct?
88 tc red, 5 speed daily driver/work in progress.
01 f150 4" lift, 35" tall mud tires, (needs a bigger lift)
88 tc black. New leather interior, motor is a work in progress.

first 88' T/C

Reply #44 –
Quote from: ringosc;432225
i would still like to put an uncracked dash in it before i start to put everything back but i cant find one close enough, the local junkyard has a cougar but i have yet to go and look at it


You can always get a dash cover.  not quite the same but they are available and not that expensive.  Look fairly decent.  My 88 has one in it. 

the ebay link http://www.ebay.com/itm/330752711844?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Go Fast the first time.  The tickets the same.
86 Thunderbird 5.0.  All original good weather driver. Tbird Reg #53035
86 Thunderbird TC.  All original good weather driver.  Tbird Reg # 58555
87 Thunderbird TC.  All original good weather daily driver.  Tbird Reg # 64647