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lji372
01-22-2017, 07:00 PM
Only the Saturn ion but I was bored and it needed it bad.
Is it April yet?
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MyBlackBeasts
01-22-2017, 08:03 PM
Day time.
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Nice! Thanks for sharing. I was thinking on putting one under the visor on my p/u.
MGDriver
02-01-2017, 10:14 AM
Weather was nice on Sunday so I took my Marauder out of storage and met up with a friend. His car is a daily driver and he put CVPI steel wheels on it for the winter, is there anybody else who here who does that? I've been considering to do it myself as mine will become a daily very soon (have to sell my Audi, can't afford having 3 cars any longer but that's a story for another time)
These represent 20% of the German Marauder population and are the only 2 in my state which has the same population as Florida but in the size of Maryland.
rayjay
02-01-2017, 11:39 AM
Weather was nice on Sunday so I took my Marauder out of storage and met up with a friend. His car is a daily driver and he put CVPI steel wheels on it for the winter, is there anybody else who here who does that? I've been considering to do it myself as mine will become a daily very soon (have to sell my Audi, can't afford having 3 cars any longer but that's a story for another time)
These represent 20% of the German Marauder population and are the only 2 in my state which has the same population as Florida but in the size of Maryland.
Quite a few of us here in the states did that. I drove mine year round in the central New York State snowbelt for the 1st four years of its life. There is a thread on here about what size tires to use so the computer operates correctly. These cars are pretty good in snow with dedicated snow tires. Due to our extreme weather I used studded tires.
Shaijack
02-01-2017, 05:57 PM
Just turned 350 miles on Blues new engine.
tbone
02-01-2017, 05:58 PM
Ordered up a new wiper cowl. Sick of dried up old plastic/rubber and the crap at the boneyard. Rather expensive, but worth it.
Next I think I will order new carpet and line the floor with dynamat type stuff they use for HVAC work available for cheap at the local Home Depot.
larryo340
02-01-2017, 07:56 PM
Weather was nice on Sunday so I took my Marauder out of storage and met up with a friend. His car is a daily driver and he put CVPI steel wheels on it for the winter, is there anybody else who here who does that? I've been considering to do it myself as mine will become a daily very soon (have to sell my Audi, can't afford having 3 cars any longer but that's a story for another time)
These represent 20% of the German Marauder population and are the only 2 in my state which has the same population as Florida but in the size of Maryland.
Now since my Marauder is a daily driver I use snows on steelies for the winter. With Yokohama Ice Guard's the car is great in the snow. I run front size 225/60/16, and rears 235/65/16 even though I don't have traction control I like to keep the stance that the car has. I use Mercury Mountainer center caps... to me they look more natural with the Mercury emblem.
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Zim Hosein
02-01-2017, 09:23 PM
I use Mercury Mountainer center caps... to me they look more natural with the Mercury emblem.
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While my Marauder has never seen snow/salt here in the NE, I must say that your steelies look good w/ the Mountainer center caps larryo340! :beer:
03Merc
02-02-2017, 08:05 PM
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Put factory tips back on. These are non resonated tho. Thanks JustBob for offering them to Me.
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justbob
02-02-2017, 08:38 PM
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Put factory tips back on. These are non resonated tho. Thanks JustBob for offering them to Me.
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MGDriver
02-03-2017, 04:23 AM
Quite a few of us here in the states did that. I drove mine year round in the central New York State snowbelt for the 1st four years of its life. There is a thread on here about what size tires to use so the computer operates correctly. These cars are pretty good in snow with dedicated snow tires. Due to our extreme weather I used studded tires.
Now since my Marauder is a daily driver I use snows on steelies for the winter. With Yokohama Ice Guard's the car is great in the snow. I run front size 225/60/16, and rears 235/65/16 even though I don't have traction control I like to keep the stance that the car has. I use Mercury Mountainer center caps... to me they look more natural with the Mercury emblem.
Thanks for your thoughts. Problem is that I still have a perfecltly good set of winter tyres for the stock wheels from the previous owner, I've never used them so they are almost brand new. Do you know if anyone makes 18'' steelies that I could use them on? Been looking around and couldn't find anything, largest size for steelies seems to be 17''
RubberCtyRauder
02-03-2017, 06:08 AM
Thanks for your thoughts. Problem is that I still have a perfecltly good set of winter tyres for the stock wheels from the previous owner, I've never used them so they are almost brand new. Do you know if anyone makes 18'' steelies that I could use them on? Been looking around and couldn't find anything, largest size for steelies seems to be 17''
A crownvic.net member bought these
(currently sold out it says)
http://www.1010tires.com/Wheels/Winter%20Rims/Universal%20Fit%20Steel/18Multi
read about it here
http://www.crownvic.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=3387825#Post3387825
MGDriver
02-05-2017, 06:34 AM
A crownvic.net member bought these
(currently sold out it says)
http://www.1010tires.com/Wheels/Winter%20Rims/Universal%20Fit%20Steel/18Multi
read about it here
http://www.crownvic.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=3387825#Post3387825
Those look amazing, shame they are sold out. That's exactly what I'm after.
Ocarr89
02-05-2017, 07:21 AM
Cleaned My babies up.
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RubberCtyRauder
02-05-2017, 07:49 AM
Those look amazing, shame they are sold out. That's exactly what I'm after.
I'm sure they will have more at some point, might have to wait until later this year when they gear up for this year's winter start. so just keep checking their site once in a while.
lji372
02-05-2017, 03:32 PM
Just picked up a part.....
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RubberCtyRauder
02-05-2017, 04:14 PM
Just picked up a part.....
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First one or tenth..:D
MOTOWN
02-05-2017, 04:30 PM
First one or tenth..:D
Hell! more like 10K!!!!!!!!!!
Turbov6Bryan
02-05-2017, 04:31 PM
Just picked up a part.....
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Haha Did you get a better deal than the one I picked up this week?
lji372
02-05-2017, 06:22 PM
Haha Did you get a better deal than the one I picked up this week?
No sir :bows:
MGDriver
02-05-2017, 11:43 PM
I'm sure they will have more at some point, might have to wait until later this year when they gear up for this year's winter start. so just keep checking their site once in a while.
Let's hope so, definitly have that link bookmarked. Thanks for your help!
Cleaned My babies up.
I like the fact that I'm not the only one who owns that combination of brands, though yours are a lot nicer!
http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/1052372/fullsize/dscn1761.jpg
Curless
02-06-2017, 07:35 AM
Dug it out of storage, drove it into to work, changing the oil, topping off the tires, general check over... I'm going to Florida tomorrow and I'm driving mine!
justbob
02-06-2017, 04:58 PM
Still up on the lift under an inch of dust and a bunch of IDGAF's.
I hand washed the other three though. [emoji16]
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guspech750
02-07-2017, 07:17 AM
Took the cover off it, hooked up battery. Drove to store, farted in it and parked it.
Sent from The White House on taxpayers dimes.
L.Mark
02-07-2017, 07:58 AM
Dug it out of storage, drove it into to work, changing the oil, topping off the tires, general check over... I'm going to Florida tomorrow and I'm driving mine!
Going to Disney World huh to ride the Tee Cups???
Curless
02-07-2017, 08:35 AM
Going to Disney World huh to ride the Tee Cups???
LOL, sort of!!!!!!!
03Merc
02-07-2017, 05:12 PM
Installed new tires all around, car rides much better. Front Suspension is next on the list.
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2mercs
02-07-2017, 06:04 PM
Haven't seen it since putting it away in November. The wife checked on it today and sat in it making vroom noises.
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lji372
02-07-2017, 06:09 PM
Haven't seen it since putting it away in November. The wife checked on it today and sat in it making vroom noises.
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She was in the back seat when it did it right?
2mercs
02-07-2017, 06:40 PM
She was in the back seat when it did it right?
She makes different sounds from the back seat. [emoji6]
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MOTOWN
02-08-2017, 01:39 PM
Bought an ARP Watts link stud from Chris at ADTR after disassembling the 8.8 on Silver realizing the factory stud was bent 180*
miamisilvermm
02-08-2017, 02:15 PM
Washed and waxed. The original paint still looks great.
Turbo4v06
02-08-2017, 03:44 PM
finally got my mags and 4" tips installed
Turbo4v06
02-08-2017, 03:53 PM
finally got my mags and 4" tips installed
now she can breath
Mackdombles
02-08-2017, 06:13 PM
now she can breath
What the p/n on those magnaflows? Ive got a set but they look smaller. Im getting ready to install longtubes an x pipe and im thinking the one i have will be too loud.
tbone
02-09-2017, 08:49 AM
New wiper cowl arrived. So that's what these are supposed to look like....
Turbo4v06
02-09-2017, 09:37 AM
What the p/n on those magnaflows? Ive got a set but they look smaller. Im getting ready to install longtubes an x pipe and im thinking the one i have will be too loud.
12256
5x8 oval
18" body
24" overall
2.5 in and out
very pleased with the sound
03Merc
02-09-2017, 11:43 AM
12256
5x8 oval
18" body
24" overall
2.5 in and out
very pleased with the sound
Mines LOUDER! (:
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tbone
02-09-2017, 12:02 PM
12256
5x8 oval
18" body
24" overall
2.5 in and out
very pleased with the sound
+1^^^^^^^^^^^
Turbo4v06
02-09-2017, 12:19 PM
Mines LOUDER! (:
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Lol You're right, its loud and obnoxious but it sounds good.
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MOTOWN
02-09-2017, 01:58 PM
Got my Metco lower pulley ring from Metco , shipped it in two days! Thank you!
mm svt
02-09-2017, 06:56 PM
Started the tranny projecthttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170210/e4d93847457233137d35257f7751d7 e4.jpg
mm svt
02-09-2017, 06:59 PM
Better late than never
mm svt
02-09-2017, 07:00 PM
Clean out the engine bayhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170210/714f7c9b96ce6fe8f05740de0597c8 27.jpg
mm svt
02-09-2017, 07:01 PM
Wondering what to do about the crappy firewall insulation
Mackdombles
02-09-2017, 07:32 PM
Started the tranny projecthttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170210/e4d93847457233137d35257f7751d7 e4.jpg
Wow I actually thought you stole my picture! I just got done with the Mach 1 pedal swap and took nearly the exact same pic! Looks great!
justbob
02-09-2017, 07:36 PM
Wondering what to do about the crappy firewall insulation
I removed it altogether, painted the firewall and the entire undercarriage with bed coating, and sound deadened the interior. Way cleaner.
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Comin' in Hot
02-09-2017, 07:45 PM
I moved my trilogy about 20 feet, cleaned the snow off it, and reparked it. Then stared at my whipple swap project DBP and walked away. I'm way more interested in my awd Astro vans right now lol.
mm svt
02-09-2017, 08:06 PM
I removed it altogether, painted the firewall and the entire undercarriage with bed coating, and sound deadened the interior. Way cleaner.
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That looks nice Bob, you ditched the cutouts
mm svt
02-09-2017, 08:10 PM
Also like the hidden drive shaft
justbob
02-09-2017, 08:54 PM
That looks nice Bob, you ditched the cutouts
Thanks. Yeah, I couldn't wait to get rid of the cut outs.
The new DSS shaft was being made when this pic was taken.
Here it is [emoji4]
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Roadwarrior
02-12-2017, 10:37 AM
Had the front sway bar links & complete upper control arms replaced on the Marauder. Also had the front end aligned to Carfixer's specs afterwards.
al831
02-14-2017, 04:00 AM
its going to be nice today, might take Mo (thats my marauders name) out for a little. im thinking about having Mo painted, the body is in good shape, the front has stone chips, some nicks and scratches around the car,.does anyone have an idea what a paint job would cost? the car looks great from a few feet away but up close the nicks are noticeable. are there different levels of paint jobs, maybe im rambling but just wondering
RubberCtyRauder
02-14-2017, 06:08 AM
its going to be nice today, might take Mo (thats my marauders name) out for a little. im thinking about having Mo painted, the body is in good shape, the front has stone chips, some nicks and scratches around the car,.does anyone have an idea what a paint job would cost? the car looks great from a few feet away but up close the nicks are noticeable. are there different levels of paint jobs, maybe im rambling but just wondering
A nice paint job with proper prep, tear down, base coat, clear coat, will be $6-8k at least.
Turbov6Bryan
02-14-2017, 07:31 AM
its going to be nice today, might take Mo (thats my marauders name) out for a little. im thinking about having Mo painted, the body is in good shape, the front has stone chips, some nicks and scratches around the car,.does anyone have an idea what a paint job would cost? the car looks great from a few feet away but up close the nicks are noticeable. are there different levels of paint jobs, maybe im rambling but just wondering
Stop using white wax and go with a color tinted wax
If the paint isn't cracked, possibly cut, buff, dewax, fill in the bigger pits and color wax.
What color is your car?
Pictures of area?
fastblackmerc
02-14-2017, 09:01 AM
its going to be nice today, might take Mo (thats my marauders name) out for a little. im thinking about having Mo painted, the body is in good shape, the front has stone chips, some nicks and scratches around the car,.does anyone have an idea what a paint job would cost? the car looks great from a few feet away but up close the nicks are noticeable. are there different levels of paint jobs, maybe im rambling but just wondering
The cost of a repaint will depend on level of prep required, body work required, cost of materials and cost of labor.
03Merc
02-15-2017, 08:02 PM
Dropped the trans pan, cleaned the magnet and replaced the filter and gasket. Put about 4.5qts back in it.
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Mackdombles
02-15-2017, 10:05 PM
Ordered the inline thermostat housing and a second set of ict billet crossover tube replacement ports. Plumbing the engine coolant system as effective as possible both in terms of operation , as well as being able to afford this. If you need a cot delete kit ebay seller ict billet. I'm doing them both in front as well as rear top of heads. Got the triax shifter and oem Ford shifter handle. Clutch Pedals have been hung and cable adjuster as well as cable have been installed. Cleaned and painted some engine parts.
RubberCtyRauder
02-15-2017, 10:24 PM
Ordered the inline thermostat housing and a second set of ict billet crossover tube replacement ports. Plumbing the engine coolant system as effective as possible both in terms of operation , as well as being able to afford this. If you need a cot delete kit ebay seller ict billet. I'm doing them both in front as well as rear top of heads. Got the triax shifter and oem Ford shifter handle. Clutch Pedals have been hung and cable adjuster as well as cable have been installed. Cleaned and painted some engine parts.
Is this what you bought?
http://www.ictbillet.com/ford-mod-4-6l-4v-billet-front-cylinder-head-coolant-crossover-port-mustang-99-04-c.html
Mackdombles
02-15-2017, 10:34 PM
Yes it is. 2 sets.
daddyusmaximus
02-16-2017, 08:28 PM
Got new tires yesterday. Went with Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+. Very happy with the feel of the car. The level of comfort stayed the same, but it feels quite a bit more stable. The ass is planted better and there isn't as much push. I didn't get to really push them to the limit yet, but did enough to know I'm gonna like these tires a lot. The grip is good enough that I can't do as good of a burnout now... Not that I want to very often with what a set of good tires cost these days.
Shinker
02-19-2017, 06:27 AM
Fired it up for the first time since I bought it a few months back and it has the dreaded ticking sound coming from front of passenger head I've read so much about. Dissappointed that's for sure but kinda figured there must be something seriously wrong to get it for $1500
cer0413
02-19-2017, 06:35 AM
Installed new gauge pod and cleaned the "bay area" for the car meet
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camelgrundle
02-19-2017, 07:03 AM
Looking good man^
03Merc
02-19-2017, 07:26 AM
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Changed some suspension components on My car. Installed the SS Brake-line kit on My buddy's car.
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Turbov6Bryan
02-19-2017, 07:33 AM
Made some freeeeeeedom runs in new SB. Decided it's way to loud and needs quieter mufflers. I must be too damn old cause it's too loud
SteelQualityMan
02-19-2017, 09:32 AM
You have a good taste in tires sir. I bought the exact same Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ a few days ago. I haven't had a chance to push them very hard yet because of the wet and snowy weather here in New Jersey, but I'm looking forward to it when things dry out.
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sparker_1982
02-19-2017, 10:00 AM
Got the big 3 upgrade extra battery and some new shoes for the Merc
Turbo4v06
02-19-2017, 10:21 AM
Got some tints,new radiator & 170degree stat, white headlight and fog bulbs.
tbone
02-19-2017, 04:49 PM
Ordered up new extra plush Essex carpeting.
justbob
02-19-2017, 05:09 PM
Actually started it and took it to dinner. First time it's felt concrete or been cranked since I believe September???
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MOTOWN
02-19-2017, 06:58 PM
Made some freeeeeeedom runs in new SB. Decided it's way to loud and needs quieter mufflers. I must be too damn old cause it's too loud
Ill bet it runs great now!:banana:
MOTOWN
02-19-2017, 07:03 PM
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Changed some suspension components on My car. Installed the SS Brake-line kit on My buddy's car.
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I need your garage!:D
Gerry24
02-20-2017, 07:24 PM
Changed her oil and took her on the turnpike for a bit.
Turbov6Bryan
02-20-2017, 09:39 PM
Ill bet it runs great now!:banana:
You know that's right :)
fastblackmerc
02-21-2017, 01:12 PM
Replaced 16 spark plugs in the wife's '07 Charger R/T.
Bluerauder
02-21-2017, 02:55 PM
Cleaned up, gassed up, and took her out for some exercise around town in some nice mild February weather. Spring can't be far behind.
primuspilum
02-25-2017, 12:50 PM
Stainless bumper letter inserts for my 2004.
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Cleaned up a brand new fuel leak from my 2003. :eek:
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tbone
02-25-2017, 02:15 PM
I love my SS inserts. One of the best cosmetic mods there is.
Gerry24
02-25-2017, 04:33 PM
Took my little girl to the vet to get her check up.
mm svt
03-04-2017, 08:46 PM
Tore the tranny down to do a internal inspection and part upgrade
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fastblackmerc
03-05-2017, 08:52 AM
Changed the rear end lube in the wife's 2007 Charger.
TJCOX
03-05-2017, 10:23 AM
Ordered a pair stabilizer links for the front.
TJCOX
03-05-2017, 10:29 AM
Tore the tranny down to do a internal inspection and part upgrade
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Is there a kit available for this? Any Special tools?
Thanks!
crouse
03-05-2017, 11:10 AM
Changed spark plugs. Went with Motorcraft. Two on the right (passenger) side were slightly loose. Torqued the new ones to 160 inch pounds. Maybe I'll re-check them this summer.
mm svt
03-05-2017, 11:46 AM
There are kits and had too use a couple of altered pullers and a shop press, https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170305/68ba1ad9bd8cd4452739aed80e68d5 0a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170305/8d08070787b242feb72d475c51f526 7c.jpg
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RubberCtyRauder
03-05-2017, 11:53 AM
those look like standard heat checks from the die cast tool. common after so many 1300 degree aluminum, shots are run thru the tool. every die cast tool gets them, generally not an issue. I've built andcrrpaired die cast tools for 10 years before I went strictly plastic injection molds.
mm svt
03-05-2017, 12:08 PM
Ah that's great information, we plan on reassembling this week waiting on a few more bronze shift fork pads
mm svt
03-05-2017, 04:16 PM
Pulled the brake booster
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Guess I'll be rebuilding the master cylinder too
mm svt
03-05-2017, 04:50 PM
Placing the marauder brake switch on the cobra pedals mounted on the marauder bracket
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justbob
03-05-2017, 05:07 PM
Finally replaced my custom fuel rails that I broke the mounts off of with nice new Aeromotives. No more leaks [emoji4]
Then I drove it around the block so I can say I drove it this week. [emoji1303]
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cer0413
03-05-2017, 05:32 PM
Polish, wax, buff and added new headlights. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170306/4a2f0525ff17aa52a1a4d66e982bd5 67.jpg
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justbob
03-05-2017, 07:08 PM
Polish, wax, buff and added new new headlights. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170306/4a2f0525ff17aa52a1a4d66e982bd5 67.jpg
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Holy shine! Better bring my #5 oxy/acetylene lens next time I actually show up to something LOL
My car hasn't been washed since last summer..
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03Merc
03-05-2017, 07:13 PM
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It was a little chilly out today about 68-70, so We went to the beach.
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lji372
03-05-2017, 09:33 PM
Well it's been a long time coming and with the cabin fever setting in I decided it was time to warm up the garage and boost blue.
Had help from trilogy, ups, Amazon, McMaster Carr, a couple members via texts etc., but most importantly my son and brother.
Still tying up loose ends but almost there.
Here are a few pics from along the way so far.
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Fwiw cover open holes when handling bolts.
Dropped that M8x30 hex bolt and that sucker went straight into the cot hole. Talk about close calls :eek:
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fordnut02
03-05-2017, 09:38 PM
Installed cooling mod this week
Replaced accumulator https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170306/8b89494068e7b763fb50728d7223dc 88.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170306/ad9544e99bc008bcfa84ec9e4c68c1 42.jpg
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mm svt
03-05-2017, 09:47 PM
Nice job, what's left? New tires.
justbob
03-06-2017, 05:35 AM
Nice shot of the UPS guy Jerry!
But you mounted the Alt. backwards bro... [emoji6]
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lji372
03-06-2017, 05:39 AM
Nice shot of the UPS guy Jerry!
But you mounted the Alt. backwards bro... [emoji6]
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He's quite photogenic but unfortunately he's taken. I asked if he could just be borrowed then but I didn't get an answer, weird......
mm svt
03-06-2017, 06:20 AM
That's a maybe
maximusslade
03-06-2017, 04:28 PM
I put leather seats from an '04 Town Car in the Vic. Soooo nice. To finish that job, I am going to have to wire in a switch and figure out the airbag wiring. Plugs and wire colors from an 03 P71 do not match that of an 04 Town Car, go figure.
lji372
03-07-2017, 09:02 PM
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mm svt
03-07-2017, 09:40 PM
Yep that looks nice, thumbs up
silversnake
03-08-2017, 04:46 AM
Installed SS braided brake lines
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loud2004marquis
03-08-2017, 04:55 AM
Replaced the drivers seat bottom cover in an F-150.
Before & After
justbob
03-08-2017, 05:51 AM
Replaced the drivers seat bottom cover in an F-150.
Before & After
Nice! My 150's are soooo dry and cracking. A triple dose of conditioner helps but is short lived.
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loud2004marquis
03-08-2017, 06:23 AM
A triple dose of conditioner helps but is short lived.
^^^I hear ya^^^
If you ever want to replace them, Richmond Auto Upholstery on Ebay has nice stuff. Perfect fit, color matching to your OEM trim code and even step by step videos!
justbob
03-08-2017, 07:09 AM
^^^I hear ya^^^
If you ever want to replace them, Richmond Auto Upholstery on Ebay has nice stuff. Perfect fit, color matching to your OEM trim code and even step by step videos!
[emoji1303]
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Baconbit
03-10-2017, 06:12 AM
Thought about selling it unfortunately.....found a 2017 Charger Scat Pack with one mile on it for $33K at a dealer 60 miles from me and its in Go Mango color. mmmmmmmm That's a hell of a deal for a scat pack that usually goes for around $40K.
Mr. Man
03-10-2017, 10:59 AM
Thought about selling it unfortunately.....found a 2017 Charger Scat Pack with one mile on it for $33K at a dealer 60 miles from me and its in Go Mango color. mmmmmmmm That's a hell of a deal for a scat pack that usually goes for around $40K.You already own a tank. Where you live you need something that can handle and a Challenger in any guise ain't it. Start thinking Z/28 or GT350 or if you can find one a Boss Laguna Seca. In your neck o' the woods perhaps an RS Focus or similar.
:)
primuspilum
03-10-2017, 07:23 PM
Stainless bumper letter inserts for my 2004.
http://i802.photobucket.com/albums/yy309/toecutter_01/IMG_3178_zpspnrsekun.jpg
Cleaned up a brand new fuel leak from my 2003. :eek:
http://i802.photobucket.com/albums/yy309/toecutter_01/16832050_10208523069737779_319 0891700645008110_n_zpsz76mnetv .jpg
Picked this up last night.
A couple thousand into it since I bought it last year trying to get it to run right.
The electrical system has been an issue since the day I bought the car. There was a fuel pump short, in addition to the leak, which is now fixed. Hopefully the electrical gremlin has finally been slain.
Gerry24
03-11-2017, 05:56 PM
TINT JOB!!! Took off old tint from 03 and went new 3M as dark as they come. Looks fresh...
StylinP
03-12-2017, 12:36 PM
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Mounted some LED floods to the stock fog light brackets using some creativity and scrap sheet metal from the shop floor.
What an improvement!
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lji372
03-12-2017, 07:46 PM
Ordered big brake parts, a pioneer avic4200nex and a spoiler for blue.
Muth lights almost installed. Hopefully she'll make it in for paint correction in the next couple of weeks. :2thumbs:
Curless
03-13-2017, 06:00 AM
Left it at home due to ****g SNOW... UGH... is it April yet?
mm svt
03-13-2017, 07:04 AM
How much snow? We got 2" overnight and still going, all on top of ice.
fastblackmerc
03-13-2017, 08:59 AM
Got about 1", gone by 3:00PM.
larryo340
03-13-2017, 05:40 PM
Started tohave some play in the front hub bearings so I replaced them both using OEM assemblies.
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http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm288/larryo340/My%20Marauder/3F1C58EF-3B6F-455F-AED7-31903F21171C_zpsxzhqkmng.jpg
the part number if anybody's interested...
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justbob
03-13-2017, 08:04 PM
Started tohave some play in the front hub bearings so I replaced them both using OEM assemblies.
http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm288/larryo340/My%20Marauder/E78464FF-E97D-473D-A31E-4D7E9890132C_zpsbciz5raf.jpg
http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm288/larryo340/My%20Marauder/3F1C58EF-3B6F-455F-AED7-31903F21171C_zpsxzhqkmng.jpg
the part number if anybody's interested...
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They can be a real joy to get out on some can't they! Yours doesn't look as corroded as some that I've seen though.
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Mr. Man
03-13-2017, 08:42 PM
First thing I've ever seen made in Cameroon.^^
Curless
03-14-2017, 05:03 AM
Walked right by her... covered in snow again... 13 damn degrees this morning... ugh...
2,4shofast
03-14-2017, 12:38 PM
Looked at it, thought about washing it. Had a beer instead.:banned:
larryo340
03-14-2017, 04:50 PM
They can be a real joy to get out on some can't they! Yours doesn't look as corroded as some that I've seen though.
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It wasn't too bad, each side took about a half a dozen wacks with a BFH to get out, the knuckle picture was after I cleaned it up.
First thing I've ever seen made in Cameroon.^^
Me too, I'm ashamed to admit that I had to look up where Cameroon is :o
lji372
03-14-2017, 06:16 PM
Drove her sideways out of the neighborhood!
:woohoo:
primuspilum
03-17-2017, 05:17 PM
Gingerly removed a 3" thick white sheet of snowy looking ice.
And drove it to work.
mm svt
03-17-2017, 05:59 PM
Picked up the block, yea
cer0413
03-17-2017, 08:05 PM
Kicked ice off the chin spoiler
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Turbo4v06
03-18-2017, 09:53 AM
added a spoiler
Gerry24
03-18-2017, 03:02 PM
:hmmm:Looking at her in the garage contemplating should I jump on the watts link and control arms from Sparta Perfomance. :hmmm:
Comin' in Hot
03-18-2017, 05:04 PM
:hmmm:Looking at her in the garage contemplating should I jump on the watts link and control arms from Sparta Perfomance. :hmmm:
Yes, they are great
primuspilum
03-19-2017, 07:49 PM
Drove my 03 Marauder to Pepboys to buy some new (Michelin) wiper blades. Put on said blades.
Turned 30k on the odometer.
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03Merc
03-20-2017, 05:10 AM
Drove my 03 Marauder to Pepboys to buy some new (Michelin) wiper blades. Put on said blades.
Turned 30k on the odometer.
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Do You have more pics of the green delete dash? Maybe at night time? I have one not sure if I wanna swap it out or not.
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fastblackmerc
03-20-2017, 09:21 AM
Do You have more pics of the green delete dash? Maybe at night time? I have one not sure if I wanna swap it out or not.
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Looks like the green is still there.
03Merc
03-20-2017, 09:38 AM
Looks like the green is still there.
Maybe by the odometer but not the MPH numbers....
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SGT_MERC
03-20-2017, 10:10 AM
Dropped her off for her final tune.... Engine and trans
WPG_Merc
03-20-2017, 05:28 PM
First start up of the year. :banana: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvfRjhiGT4w
03Merc
03-20-2017, 06:41 PM
Picked up some Corvette brake calipers. One step closer to Big Brake kit.
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primuspilum
03-22-2017, 10:25 AM
Looks like the green is still there.
it was converted by a prior owner.
honestly, i prefer the green which is still in my stock marauder
will post a pic at night
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stevengerard
03-22-2017, 11:03 AM
cleaned off some bird poop :mad:
loud2004marquis
03-22-2017, 02:58 PM
cleaned off some bird poop
Just the section with the bird poop or the whole car?
stevengerard
03-22-2017, 03:31 PM
just the bird poop - its acidic:mad2:, will get to the whole car shortly - I hope
primuspilum
03-22-2017, 05:26 PM
Do You have more pics of the green delete dash? Maybe at night time? I have one not sure if I wanna swap it out or not.
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Used my ipotato to take this pic of my 03:
http://i802.photobucket.com/albums/yy309/toecutter_01/IMG_3266_zpsxuf1bp4w.jpg
vs stock in my 04:
http://i802.photobucket.com/albums/yy309/toecutter_01/IMG_2934_zpsi3n8t19m.jpg
Not a priority, but I really do want to return the OEM green look.
Plus, the delete looks bubba'd. Those bright spots aren't from the camera, the cluster is unevenly lit. And everthing below the cluster, with the execption of the aftermarket boost and oil pressure gauges (in the OEM volt and op positions) is still green.
Looks half done. Though, I'm glad it's half done, because the electrical system "upgrades" have been a nightmare un*****ing on this car.
mm svt
03-23-2017, 06:55 PM
Completed the measurement process and then assembled the short block. tonight we put the head studs in and installed the heads, tomorrow will blueprint and install the oil pump and degree the cams
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tbone
03-23-2017, 07:11 PM
I have a big list of spring projects coming up with new parts I bought over the winter and some years ago....
Wiper cowl
Rocker panel covers
Carpeting and sound insulation
Trunk/license decklid
SS brake lines
Kevlar brake pads
Ignition cylinder
Clips for center console gauges
Adjustable pedal gear
2 used like new rear tires, ditching the 15 year old spare
Win!
justbob
03-24-2017, 04:17 AM
I have a big list of spring projects coming up with new parts I bought over the winter and some years ago....
Wiper cowl
Rocker panel covers
Carpeting and sound insulation
Trunk/license decklid
SS brake lines
Kevlar brake pads
Ignition cylinder
Clips for center console gauges
Adjustable pedal gear
2 used like new rear tires, ditching the 15 year old spare
Win!
You'll notice the sound deadening immediately. Plus it's actually fun as hell to do. Get a wooden roller. It really helps lay it down.
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tbone
03-24-2017, 07:20 AM
I took all the carpeting out of the trunk a couple years ago and sprayed it with undercoating to seal it and try to deaden sound. I wonder if the dynamat (Noico in my case) will stick to it?
Rafael
03-26-2017, 04:40 PM
Finally got around to posting about my project. Rebuilt Eaton sitting on the lower intake for now. Jerrys brackets and COT came in the other day and was very impressed by the quality.
Jerry, YOU DA MAN!
Also installed the 4379 Autometer A/F gauge along with the boost gauge so that I don't have to deal with them later when I finally throw the project together.
Other than that, smooth sailing so far. Probably should make a new thread at some point with the progress I've made from start till finish.
cer0413
03-26-2017, 04:56 PM
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Rewired the a/f and boost gauges
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fastblackmerc
03-27-2017, 09:22 AM
Cooling system flush, new belt, idler, tensioner, thermostat, heater hoses, upper and lower radiator hoses and oil & filter change for the wife's '07 Charger R/T @ 70k miles.
fastblackmerc
03-27-2017, 09:23 AM
Foglights installed on the '98 Danger Ranger.
mm svt
03-27-2017, 10:52 AM
Got the valve covers back from the powder coating and got the headers back from being ceramic coated
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jflave
03-27-2017, 11:24 AM
They look good :2thumbs:
mm svt
03-27-2017, 02:12 PM
Thank you, all four pieces cost $457. The headers were discounted but the custom color cam covers were extra
mm svt
03-27-2017, 02:58 PM
Chiller came in, working on plumbing it.
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MOTOWN
03-27-2017, 03:02 PM
Chiller came in, working on plumbing it.
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Best investment you can make!
cer0413
04-05-2017, 11:37 AM
Added a pioneer. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170405/bca4e3e8590e0e887558673a7587ff a0.jpg
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parker
04-05-2017, 12:09 PM
Added a pioneer. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170405/bca4e3e8590e0e887558673a7587ff a0.jpg
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How did you get the Marauder emblem and lettering in tue screen that looks cool.
cer0413
04-05-2017, 12:19 PM
How did you get the Marauder emblem and lettering in tue screen that looks cool.
Thank you sir. Blackend300A did all the work resizing it. The deck i have needs a 800X480 jpeg pic to work and B300A has it right at 800X400ish. I can email you the photo but uploading it depends on your tv.
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fastblackmerc
04-05-2017, 02:38 PM
How did you get the Marauder emblem and lettering in tue screen that looks cool.
Late model Pioneer headunits can display just about anything. Load it on an Micro SD card and select which one you want.
FavianHerrera
04-05-2017, 03:00 PM
Added a pioneer. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170405/bca4e3e8590e0e887558673a7587ff a0.jpg
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Oh yes that is very nice!
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Gerry24
04-05-2017, 04:26 PM
^^^:agree:^^^
sparker_1982
04-05-2017, 06:29 PM
Obtained Grid pedal covers from fastblackmerc next is Heel plates and then sill plates which will all be installed at the same time once I collect them all lol
Zim Hosein
04-05-2017, 09:36 PM
Added a pioneer. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170405/bca4e3e8590e0e887558673a7587ff a0.jpg
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How much of the dash behind the new head unit did you have to cut out er0413? Don't get me wrong, your install looks great :beer:, but I am personally hesitant to "modify" any part that I cannot undue. :confused:
JBeezy
04-06-2017, 05:04 AM
You'll never see what you modify behind the radio, which isn't much. Go for it
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camelgrundle
04-06-2017, 05:16 AM
What model is that pioneer? I am looking into one but really trying to find a cheap way to go aux or Bluetooth.
JBeezy
04-06-2017, 05:39 AM
Not sure what model his was but I was like you, I just wanted a descent head unit for Bluetooth. I paid a little over $200 for my Pioneer double din. I'm happy with it. There are vendors here that can get you one for a good price I'm sure
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camelgrundle
04-06-2017, 05:51 AM
Yeah that price range is what I am looking for. Thanks man
03Merc
04-07-2017, 09:46 AM
Did an EGR Delete. It was leaky...
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parker
04-07-2017, 09:47 AM
Nothing, Marty won't give my car back. #sadface
RubberCtyRauder
04-07-2017, 10:20 AM
Nothing, Marty won't give my car back. #sadface
Got to give him some martyo bucks, sort of like monopoly money but not. :D
parker
04-07-2017, 10:21 AM
Got to give him some martyo bucks, sort of like monopoly money but not. D:
It's almost done he's just putting the final touches on it hopefully get to pick it up soon.
RubberCtyRauder
04-07-2017, 10:25 AM
mine is going there later this month
parker
04-07-2017, 10:30 AM
mine is going there later this month
Better bring a lot of that monopoly money
cer0413
04-08-2017, 01:01 PM
Windshield replaced.
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jsignorelli
04-08-2017, 02:12 PM
Today I re-attached my rear spoiler. When the marauder came out of winter storage, the rear wing was loose. The dealership I purchased the car (new) from 13 years ago only used double sided tape to attach the wing. They never drilled and bolted it on.
In looking back, they saved my trunk from rusting around the holes, as there are none. My body shop friend and I spent about an hour cleaning off the old glue, and then applying the 50 mm wide double-sided, 3M foam body tape.
The wing is now good for another 13 years!
ARodmarauder
04-08-2017, 05:11 PM
How much of the dash behind the new head unit did you have to cut out er0413? Don't get me wrong, your install looks great :beer:, but I am personally hesitant to "modify" any part that I cannot undue. :confused:
When I did mine I didn't have to cut anything out of it. I've had 2 different double dins with no modifications done to the car
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mm svt
04-09-2017, 01:05 PM
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Getting the long block done,
Gerry24
04-09-2017, 01:11 PM
:up:Looking good
mm svt
04-09-2017, 01:49 PM
Thanks, really wanted to have it ready for looseville, that's not happening. Mostly the machine shop really held us up, Oh and then I dropped the harmonic balancer about three inches and it broke a piece off it,
jsignorelli
04-09-2017, 04:16 PM
Your engine looks spectacular. Good luck with it.
SOSA03
04-09-2017, 04:23 PM
Decided to take my car out for a ride around the Riverside,Berwyn ,Cicero, and Oak Park area. I love how the exhaust sounds now
cer0413
04-09-2017, 04:24 PM
*Replaced oem cop's
*blend door actuator replacement
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SOSA03
04-09-2017, 04:27 PM
CJ what kind of cops, I heard it took 2 hours to do the blend door it's a new record Lol
cer0413
04-09-2017, 04:30 PM
CJ what kind of cops, I heard it took 2 hours to do the blend door it's a new record Lol
Motorcraft and yes 2 hours while drinking a sprite and talking him into making me a pair of projectors lol.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170409/52fb9f6f46b01f6fd24258549568fc a8.jpg because meh-he-can
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justbob
04-09-2017, 04:59 PM
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Getting the long block done,
Looks good. You notching the frame then?
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mm svt
04-09-2017, 06:03 PM
No sir,
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mm svt
04-09-2017, 06:05 PM
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Buenos no notches
mm svt
04-09-2017, 06:09 PM
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One more
mm svt
04-09-2017, 06:19 PM
The egr tube gets wrapped and the crossover gets it finishing touches https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170410/479a2da3decb9a6eeb6024ca1ca135 0c.jpg
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justbob
04-09-2017, 06:41 PM
Never seen that bracket before? One off?
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03Merc
04-09-2017, 07:36 PM
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EGR delete, re-tuned. Starts and Runs way better. Thanks Marty. Nitrous Kit next I'm thinking...
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mm svt
04-09-2017, 08:16 PM
Get delete -That's still an option, it has worked fine so far, just the fire /heat Shield was hairy mess.
Bob, the bracket is the cobra one, that's a lot of extra stuff comparing to a trilogy install. The alternator is mounted to that and can be removed as one unit, but the alternates still comes out easy when in the car too
03Merc
04-10-2017, 09:51 AM
Ordered Lokar dipstick...
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fastblackmerc
04-10-2017, 10:13 AM
Today I re-attached my rear spoiler. When the marauder came out of winter storage, the rear wing was loose. The dealership I purchased the car (new) from 13 years ago only used double sided tape to attach the wing. They never drilled and bolted it on.
In looking back, they saved my trunk from rusting around the holes, as there are none. My body shop friend and I spent about an hour cleaning off the old glue, and then applying the 50 mm wide double-sided, 3M foam body tape.
The wing is now good for another 13 years!
Still no screws? Drill holes, use touch up paint or silicone sealer on bolt holes.
2,4shofast
04-10-2017, 10:41 AM
Drove the Marauder a little over 1600 miles in a 48hr period. It hasn't gotten a workout like that ever, hurt several feelings along the way. Set the cruise between 85-90 and ran for hours on end. This car never lets me down.:beer:
1Marauder
04-10-2017, 05:01 PM
Drove the Marauder a little over 1600 miles in a 48hr period. It hasn't gotten a workout like that ever, hurt several feelings along the way. Set the cruise between 85-90 and ran for hours on end. This car never lets me down.:beer:
Was this your LA RUN? Your SLED is so SLICK!
I Love it. I had same issue headed to Marauderville XII with 2 older guys in a Jag and an Mercedes. Neither could stay with me over the mountains (hills) up outta Bakersrfield. They were seriously B*^TSORE about it. Both pulled over to check out the car when I stopped to get gas-- after they caught up from me leaving them behind 20 miles back.
mm svt
04-10-2017, 07:20 PM
Today the interior got sound deadened ( interior was out already ), removed the front dress that we installed for possible changing the crossover tune and size omg up a extra idler to prevent slip.
Installed the flywheel, clutch, bellhousing and starter.
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Gerry24
04-10-2017, 07:36 PM
You should start its own thread SVT...:burnout:
stevengerard
04-10-2017, 07:53 PM
Decided to take my car out for a ride around the Riverside,Berwyn ,Cicero, and Oak Park area. I love how the exhaust sounds now ����
I did not see you
cer0413
04-10-2017, 08:03 PM
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2,4shofast
04-11-2017, 07:21 AM
Was this your LA RUN? Your SLED is so SLICK!
I Love it. I had same issue headed to Marauderville XII with 2 older guys in a Jag and an Mercedes. Neither could stay with me over the mountains (hills) up outta Bakersrfield. They were seriously B*^TSORE about it. Both pulled over to check out the car when I stopped to get gas-- after they caught up from me leaving them behind 20 miles back.
Yes Sir, It was way too short of a trip that is for sure but lots of fun. There was a nice CTS-V but traffic was still pretty heavy heading to Vegas at 2330. We need to plan something in Tahoe, I have at least one coming so far:burnout:
Gave the MM over to my son, the Honda mech, and he replaced the turn signal stalk assembly. Tricky he said. Got the part from ABC auto parts, OEM, $85.00, P/N SW6489.
He only charged me $25.00 labor plus his electric bill $52.00. a Lot less that the "stealership" labor rate.
03Merc
04-11-2017, 04:41 PM
Ordered new Metco control arm bushings, Ricks wife is cool as ****! Sending Me a freebie item.
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03Merc
04-12-2017, 05:22 PM
Installed Lokar Dipstick. Thanks MOTOWN and MM SVT for the info!
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mm svt
04-12-2017, 08:12 PM
Put the engine and transmission into place, got the driveshaft measurements
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JBeezy
04-13-2017, 08:05 AM
Where to get that dip stick? I like that
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MOTOWN
04-13-2017, 08:13 AM
Where to get that dip stick? I like that
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Jegs or Summit has them.
JBeezy
04-13-2017, 08:30 AM
Any special part number?
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MOTOWN
04-13-2017, 08:37 AM
Any special part number?
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Lokar 5014
JBeezy
04-13-2017, 08:38 AM
Got it thanks
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03Merc
04-13-2017, 08:43 AM
Jegs or Summit has them.
The bay of eeee'z.
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03Merc
04-15-2017, 09:14 AM
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Installed LED trunk lights.
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mm svt
04-15-2017, 09:31 AM
Putting the super charger onhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170415/51ec33feca1f62222b94cc3925741d 10.jpg
justbob
04-15-2017, 01:29 PM
Putting the super charger onhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170415/51ec33feca1f62222b94cc3925741d 10.jpg
Hurts my back to see that! I install the engine with the blower, most front dress, harness, headers, and anything else I can save on bending over for!
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mm svt
04-15-2017, 04:28 PM
He's standing on the ground, inside the bay, still not sure of the best place to hook it to lift the the package without doing some damage
loud2004marquis
04-15-2017, 04:36 PM
^^^Good stuff going on right there!^^^
I remember after mounting the supercharger, it started to really become a reality. The engine looks much larger with it on there!
What upper and lower pulley combo you going with?
What kind of exhaust do you have?
03Merc
04-15-2017, 04:39 PM
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Installed New Control Arm Bushings.
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WhatsUpDOHC
04-15-2017, 05:00 PM
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Installed LED trunk lights.
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Looks good! Where did you get them?
Easy to wire/install?
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WhatsUpDOHC
04-15-2017, 05:05 PM
Dropped the SB off for 4:10 install.
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03Merc
04-15-2017, 05:18 PM
Looks good! Where did you get them?
Easy to wire/install?
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Bay of eee'z. Yes very easy to inatall. Just tap into the existing trunk light.
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mm svt
04-15-2017, 08:42 PM
^^^Good stuff going on right there!^^^
I remember after mounting the supercharger, it started to really become a reality. The engine looks much larger with it on there!
What upper and lower pulley combo you going with?
What kind of exhaust do you have?
There's a stock cobra lower pulley and a billetflow 3.4 up top for start up, then we'll see what combo works best after that, the headers are kooks long tube w/ x pipe, big 10 mufflers and.stainless works tail pipes and tips.
Didn't get to start it today as we had a wedding to attend and tomorrow probably won't be able to do anything, "sigh"
cer0413
04-17-2017, 04:30 PM
Dropped arm rest cover off to the upholstery shop
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03Merc
04-17-2017, 06:11 PM
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Picture of the trunk lights. I guess I could have only put one. Oh well.
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Gerry24
04-17-2017, 06:20 PM
^^^:coolman:^^^
mm svt
04-17-2017, 08:24 PM
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Picture of the trunk lights. I guess I could have only put one. Oh well.
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I need those for back up lamps
MunsterBro95
04-18-2017, 03:30 AM
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Picture of the trunk lights. I guess I could have only put one. Oh well.
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Where did you get them?
03Merc
04-18-2017, 05:15 AM
Where did you get them?
The bay of eee'z.
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cer0413
04-20-2017, 10:53 AM
Reinstalled my freshly wrapped arm rest.
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camelgrundle
04-20-2017, 12:18 PM
You have been busy!^... you are starting to motivate me.
JBeezy
04-20-2017, 12:20 PM
Had the Nitto 305's mounted
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cer0413
04-20-2017, 12:27 PM
You have been busy!^... you are starting to motivate me.
Lol. Ive neglected it for years before i joined the forum now im just playing catch up. Next installs are.....
T/A girdle
Big brake kit
Matching rear rotors
Custom gauge pod
Re-tune (higher #s)
Badgless grill
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fastblackmerc
04-20-2017, 01:55 PM
I need those for back up lamps
I have 15Watt HIDs (backup lenses) and a couple of 15Watt eagle eyes in the license plate frame for backup lamps
jsignorelli
04-21-2017, 11:25 AM
I just completed installing LED lights in the instrument cluster and behind the dash gauges. To use the current phrasing: It Looks Sweet!
MOTOWN
04-21-2017, 12:52 PM
Ended up painting the Silver car almost entirely (except roof and trunk) to get the color to match ,Class Glass cowl hood needed quite a bit of work to get it straight , now its on to the 9" rear end fabrication.
mm svt
04-22-2017, 04:14 PM
As much as we can,
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Dragcity
04-24-2017, 02:03 PM
I took mine out of its Looooong winter storage. Does that count?
cer0413
04-24-2017, 02:05 PM
Worked on my launch.
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primuspilum
04-24-2017, 04:37 PM
dupe and or doubletap
primuspilum
04-24-2017, 04:39 PM
Picked this up last night.
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A couple thousand into it since I bought it last year trying to get it to run right.
The electrical system has been an issue since the day I bought the car. There was a fuel pump short, in addition to the leak, which is now fixed. Hopefully the electrical gremlin has finally been slain.
Shook my fist at this ***** for leaking fuel again. :mad2:
mm svt
04-24-2017, 05:51 PM
Completing some finial touch ups, had a new pulley that was out of round, made me think the belt was too tight but it's the same but new stuff
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BUCKWHEAT
04-24-2017, 06:32 PM
Took out the 13,000 mile OEM converter and put in a new Circle D 9-incher. Looking for better 60 foot times. Need to go to the track & try it.
Anyone want the Ford unit? PM...
Gerry24
04-24-2017, 07:14 PM
Completing some finial touch ups, had a new pulley that was out of round, made me think the belt was too tight but it's the same but new stuff
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That is looking FRESH:beer:
03Merc
04-26-2017, 10:40 AM
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Got some interior pieces painted.
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DEFYANT
04-26-2017, 11:08 AM
Today I walked past Defyant Marauder in the garage. Dirty and needing a bath.
Gerry24
04-26-2017, 09:50 PM
Installed chin spoiler, polished chrome tips, upgraded fog lights and oil change.
Today 4/28/17 Installed blue LEDs in the interior, installed new taillights with new bulbs, led reverse lights and led plate light.
camelgrundle
04-30-2017, 05:22 PM
Took it out of storage and changed oil in motor and s/c, good time of the year!
mm svt
05-03-2017, 05:11 AM
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Got some interior pieces painted.
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Those look nice, I'd like to get that trim ring in the gun metal color of the console
stevengerard
05-03-2017, 07:27 AM
I had a high school baseball player put a dent in my hood with a foul ball while watching a soccer game. And that is after I moved the car farther away once i noticed the boys started to play baseball. :mad::mad2::shake:
fastblackmerc
05-03-2017, 08:23 AM
Those look nice, I'd like to get that trim ring in the gun metal color of the console
I can do that for you.
fastblackmerc
05-03-2017, 08:25 AM
had a fellow MM.net member drop off his Marauder so I could fix his EATC and LCM.
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