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New Guy

I'm new to this forum. I've owned 3 t-birds. (83, 88 and currently 87)
I really like these cars, and I've been pointed to this forum for extra help on what to do with my t-bird. The motor blew last week, and now I'm trying to figure out if I want to keep the 3.8 or ditch it for something else. So far the site is looking good...I'm going to keep on searching.


New Guy

Reply #2
3.8? Toss that boat anchor and throw in a V8 ;)

Garrett H.
'94 F250 XLT- 4x4, 5 speed, 7.3 IDI Turbo Diesel, 4" intake, 4" exhaust, 5" turnout stacks, manual hubs, etc.
'87 Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
Engine, wheels, tires, etc!
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New Guy

Reply #3
Quote from: Red_LX
3.8? Toss that boat anchor and throw in a V8 ;)


I'm thinking of going carb'd 5.0. :D


New Guy

Reply #5
Y'know, I think that's the first time anyone has recommended that thread like that. :p

New Guy

Reply #6
welcome,  need assistance with the 3.8 to 5.0 conversion let me know,  Just did it last year



New Guy

Reply #9
welcome aboard we've been expecting you

New Guy

Reply #10
welcome. I doubt any of use have 3 cats/birds.....
Quote from: jcassity
I honestly dont think you could exceed the cost of a new car buy installing new *stock* parts everywhere in your coug our tbird. Its just plain impossible. You could revamp the entire drivetrain/engine/suspenstion and still come out ahead.
Hooligans! 
1988 Crown Vic wagon. 120K California car. Wifes grocery getter. (junked)
1987 Ford Thunderbird LX. 5.0. s.o., sn-95 t-5 and an f-150 clutch. Driven daily and going strong.
1986 cougar.
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New Guy

Reply #11
Welcome this  is a great ok place to help you. I say slap a V8 in that bad boy and let her rip. I will tell you I have a 88 cougar that is totaled its a 3.8 red on red if you need something let me know.
84 Turbo coupe 2.3T Modded with 88 upper and lower intake, 88 injectors, E6 manifold, T3-4 AR.60 turbo, 31X12X3 FMIC, Homemade MBC , Greddy knock off BPV.
4 eyes see better than 2! 
Da Bird!

FreeBird

New Guy

Reply #12
Thanks for all the welcomes.

I've decided to do the 302 carb swap. I like the idea of the I6, but I don't have a place I can keep the car down and work on it for a longer period.

t-bird85, you might be getting pm's from me eventually, once I find a 302 for the swap.