What did you do to your car today?

[justbob]

I couldn't figure this guy out. He wanted under carriage pics. Great! I drove it to town, put it up on the hoist and got 'em. Then he wanted a mechanic inspection because he was 'fraid of an expensive repair bill in the first year. Fair enough.

He then asked what other offers I'd gotten on it. When I gave him a laughably low lowball I'd received he added 25% to that.

His plan was to have a truck drive up from Illinois and have that guy haul it back to Illinois....sight unseen.

I don't know who the hell buys a 15 year old Marauder sight unseen. Red flags went up. He's just 5.5 hours from my house. Why wouldn't he want a look at it before buying it? The whole thing sounded fishy.... as if I'd be left trying to cash a bad check while his buddies hauled my car away, and so I told him I had to think about it. He then went off the handle about how what a great offer he made and how fast it would be gone.

I let him know exactly what I thought him, his plan to come get my car and his attitude.

Within minutes(!) his follow-up e-mail included a strong hint at a legal matter from my past. Apparently he'd been doing some snooping on me and it felt to me as if he was gonna try and extort/black mail some money off the price.

Yes, seriously. He'd done a background check on me and threw that in my face when I didn't accept his offer! I'm not sure if I'm going to refer this for prosecution or not. Since this crossed state lines there could be Federal charges involved too. I still have the e-mail chain and it sure doesn't make him look very good.

I've been through similar things in the past. That guy got sued and currently owes me a pile of money.

I'm not going to name the guy. I suggest this guy tread very, very lightly. He is on thin ice. These days I've got the means to defend myself.


Some people will do anything for a Marauder. Lol. Never thought someone would pull a stunt like this though.



Call him out!


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[Peace2Peep]

I m truly enjoying this! I got my popcorn and I do NOT want some scrub mucking up our fraternity of Marauderhood!

[Leadfoot281]

Call him out!


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I'm thinking 'bout it.

BTW, your inbox is full.

[justbob]

I'm thinking 'bout it.

BTW, your inbox is full.



Temporarily fixed. [emoji6]


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[NXSBOB]

Call him out!
Plus one......

[Invective]

FB blocked the image even though it was only 47KB. FB accepted the link well enough. Imgur won't accept the image either - some sort of copyright code? Finally ordered a set today through CarID.

https://shop.mcgard.com/products/automotive/installation-kits/installation-kits-nuts/chrome-bulge-cone-seat-wheel-installation-kit-for-5-lug-vehicles-1-2-20-thread-size-set-of-16-lug-nuts-4-wheel-locks-1-key-and-1-key-storage-pouch?sku=84550

Update: Cancelled order with CarID and re-placed order with Amazon - saved $22 and get it tomorrow. Thanks for hot tip from long time board member Zack.

[NXSBOB]

FB blocked the image even though it was only 47KB. FB accepted the link well enough. Imgur won't accept the image either - some sort of copyright code? Finally ordered a set today through CarID.
https://shop.mcgard.com/products/automotive/installation
kits/installation-kits-nuts/chrome-bulge-cone-seat-wheel-installation-kit-for-5-lug-vehicles-1-2-20-thread-size-set-of-16-lug-nuts-4-wheel-locks-1-key-and-1-key-storage-pouch?sku=84550
Update: Cancelled order with CarID and re-placed order with Amazon - saved $22 and get it tomorrow. Thanks for hot tip from long time board member Zack.
Save more here?
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=McGard+84550&_sacat=6000&LH_TitleDesc=1&_sop=15&_osacat=6000&_odkw=McGard+84550

[Invective]

Save more here?
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=McGard+84550&_sacat=6000&LH_TitleDesc=1&_sop=15&_osacat=6000&_odkw=McGard+84550

$74 and change on the CarID website, shipped monday with up to a week estimated delivery. $52 and change through Amazon with free overnight delivery.

[Invective]

Received a serviceable COT from a FB seller today; don't know if he's on here or not - in Chicagoland area. A neighbor experienced with refinishing automotive parts (and building cars from the ground up) is dropping by to take a look at it. $150 plus $25 shipping. Beginning to gather 'difficult to find parts' as spares.

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[tbone]

If anyone wants a supercharged Marauder with almost every upgrade from built trans to SW headers and exhaust to suspension work to every single system new or rebuilt, including cosmetic items, new refurbished OEM wheels, completely babied, WAY, WAY too much to list, first place show winner, 151k miles would pass for 51k miles, for $20k FIRM, no BS, send me a PM. The car runs perfect and is a beast. You get what you pay for. I will send you a list of all the **** I've done to it. It's endless.

[justbob]

On the rat bike in the last week:

Finally came up with a mounting idea with the rear fender to float with the back tire.

Added air pod filters to rid the overly huge air box.

Rewired the whole bike front to back and simplified it.. I took it from 49 wires!?! to 13...! And really all I eliminated was the horn, flash to pass, automatic signals, kill switch, and the ignition switch.

Hidden kill switch added/key switch delete

I made a small dash board and fitted it with push button start, LED’s for turn indicators, oil, hi beam, and neutral, a couple of simple toggles for hi beam/low beam on the right, and L/off/R on the left.

New drag bars, controls, and grips.

Freehand lettering with a sharpie LOL

And finally got around to fixing the dent in the fuel tank.

More to come! I’m thinking forward foot controls are in order next. [emoji1303]

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[Mr. Man]

You need to paint it White, like rice :D

[MyBlackBeasts]

Started header install:

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Before

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Drivers side out yesterday- easy peezy!


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[MyBlackBeasts]

Passenger side out today, little more work, more stuff in the way
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Luckily the right side manifold nuts only slightly corroded. 13mm, 12mm, 1/2” all fit snug and backed the studs right out


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[blazen71]

Nice work, clean those rims while they're off

[MyBlackBeasts]

Nice work, clean those rims while they're off

:lol::lol::lol:

It's a daily driver not a show car. The outside is clean and shiny - don't care what it looks like underneath as long as its not rusting. :)

[Roadwarrior]

I had the exterior, door jambs & engine compartment of the Marauder professionally detailed 2 weeks ago for a car show & it looked real nice. Also replaced the IAC valve {idle air control}to solve an occasional stalling while braking to a stop & a low idle speed while parked or when stopped at a light/traffic sign. It's working as it should & a piece of cake to replace on the upper throttle plenum.

[2mercs]

Installed my metco control arms a few weeks ago. Wife replaced the window regulator and motor last week. Saturday it got demoted as the fun vehicle for a little while at least. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190701/ab4b8c0f43407d10b1ec00b1198b81 48.jpg

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[daddyusmaximus]

I took my Marauder, put some flags on it, a VFW magnetic sign on the door, (I'm post commander) and went out to a parade to celebrate America with my Quartermaster, and my service dog...

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[Mr. Man]

Beautiful dog. Always liked German Shepards, but I'm leary to get one because of the hip dysplasia issues so many of them get. Car looks great too. Two mooks in the pic I'm not to sure about. ;)

[jflave]

Sounds and looks like a great day at the VFW.

[justbob]

Changed the blower oil for the 500 mile break in. Yay.

I’m getting rather good however. I only managed to lose between 2-3 drips in all using a cut up slurpee cup. Wild cherry if it helps anyone else. [emoji6]

Rolled me a sweet pointed nose Zeppelin funnel to add the new.. [emoji1303][emoji16]


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[Svashtar]

Well, not today but last Sunday and Monday, with tips from Bob and other guys here: pulled the COT and sanded it out lightly to remove some bubbled paint and rust, then repainted it with semi-gloss high temp paint. Reinstalled with new o-rings

Replaced the oil filter housing gasket, then new coolant and oil of course.

After assembly oil sending unit started leaking so ordered a replacement which I’m installing after work today.

Removed the idle air valve off the throttle body to get access, and replaced the throttle position sensor, which stopped the engine surging I had been experiencing.

Removed my Metco / PHP CAK and reinstalled the stock air box because I have to get it smogged this week. Reflashed the tune to stock for the smog check. I have to drive it for a few days until the Scangauge reports “No codes found, READY,” or they won’t smog it. (I hate CA.)

Removed the ABS module and sent it to Module Repair Pro; total cost with shipping was $111, and hopefully they can fix it.

Ordered a new blend door actuator, and doing a bunch of reading here to try and learn how to install it. (Not sure if I should do the EATC o-rings at the same time, but going to order some just in case.)




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[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

replaced my driver's side strut and sway bay end link

[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

the squeaks / rubbing continues, but I did the rotors and brake pads (today) , as well as the Passenger side front sway bar end link (today) .
I think the bushings in the lower control arms are FUBAR.
its sounds like a light metal on metal rubbing when I make right turns

[NXSBOB]

Added new steering wheel switches.
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[Mr. Man]

Washed the SB with a sample pack of Meguire's Ultimate car wash I got at Carlisle. Car looks worse than when I started. Total garbage product. Has anyone tried the Mr. Clean ( I think that's who makes it) with sheet drying action. Trying to avoid water spotting as much as possible.

[sailsmen]

I use Girot's and take the nozzle off for the sheeting final rinse.

[Gerry24]

Yesterday, repaired the front speaker connectors for the driver's door speaker. Cleaned and recharged the K&N CAI filter. Been busy lately don't want to neglect her no more than I have to.

[sailsmen]

Washed the SB with a sample pack of Meguire's Ultimate car wash I got at Carlisle. Car looks worse than when I started. Total garbage product. Has anyone tried the Mr. Clean ( I think that's who makes it) with sheet drying action. Trying to avoid water spotting as much as possible.

The original product stripped all the Wax off to allow the sheeting.

[blazen71]

Redid the PCV and breather system.

[04 Quicksilver]

Washed the SB with a sample pack of Meguire's Ultimate car wash I got at Carlisle. Car looks worse than when I started. Total garbage product. Has anyone tried the Mr. Clean ( I think that's who makes it) with sheet drying action. Trying to avoid water spotting as much as possible.

I used the Mr. Clean product a few years back. It stained the mitt I was using and I still had to hand dry numerous spots.

BW

[Mr. Man]

I used the Mr. Clean product a few years back. It stained the mitt I was using and I still had to hand dry numerous spots.

BWThanks for the input. Guess I need to keep looking.

[offroadkarter]

Thanks for the input. Guess I need to keep looking.

This is the only thing I've used which will actually have a spotless rinse. I use the DIC-20 system. Use this for rinse only or you'll burn through the resin tanks fast

https://crspotless.com/

[loud2004marquis]

Tooled around town for a while and then replaced both front window switch covers. Broke the little tab that holds the back of them down a couple years ago. Lookin' good now and won't make that mistake again! :banana:

[cer0413]

Upgraded fuel system
Upgraded from P1 to D1
Added Headers
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[2mercs]

Emissions check. Passed again in ohio with the rear O2s turned off in the tune.

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[justbob]

Upgraded fuel system
Upgraded from P1 to D1
Added Headers
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Lookin good CJ!!


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[Peace2Peep]

Tooled around town for a while and then replaced both front window switch covers. Broke the little tab that holds the back of them down a couple years ago. Lookin' good now and won't make that mistake again! :banana:

Where did you find the switch covers? I'm looking for a driver door part.

[cer0413]

Lookin good CJ!!


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[loud2004marquis]

Where did you find the switch covers?

Found them both on Ebay.

[Peace2Peep]

Found them both on Ebay. cool! I picked some up from a member here!

[blazen71]

Upgraded fuel system
Upgraded from P1 to D1
Added Headers
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Did the same mods earlier this year! Nice work.

[hotford]

Dyno'd it...
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May I ask were you got the chin spoiler from. make modified..etc…
looks awesome dude!!

[03Merc]

May I ask were you got the chin spoiler from. make modified..etc…
looks awesome dude!!

It's from the same company who makes the original type Mach 1 chin spoiler. MagicDrift, I bought it off eBay and had it painted Shiny black. It does look good! Thank You.


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[Mr. Man]

It's from the same company who makes the original type Mach 1 chin spoiler. MagicDrift, I bought it off eBay and had it painted Shiny black. It does look good! Thank You.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProGot a less shadowy pic? I waffle back and forth on the chin spoiler.

On another note crossed over into the 29K's

[Zim Hosein]

Got "The Works" & had the failed Blower Motor Control Module/Resistor replaced at my friendly local Ford dealer. :)

[03Merc]

New Radiator, Power Steering Pump, and an Oil Filter Housing Gasket. Radiator and Pump were original. Lasted 15yrs. This is the second time for oil gasket, it is now revised and made with more metal material. The older style lasts about 80k miles it seems. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190906/d1ba44e08e1fcd3949607c62b35dc3 cd.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190906/ef98b555d7484957ce0973da2a167f 6a.jpg


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[Invective]

I'm a day late so I'll title this 'Clean Car Thursday'. Marauder went to my favorite cleanup/detail shop for its periodic hand wash - wipedown - vacuum and lite detailing. $25 + $10 tip for putting up with ole picky me - they do a great job. Hurricane Dorian was over 200 miles away; we got a breeze and some clouds. Drove some local errands afterwards - picked the depicted cassette from my collection for this trip. This demo tape was included with the sale when we bought our new 1988 Ranger. Tape mastered well above average and I love '80s 'adult contemporary' music - played really well in Marauder. Truly a delightful automobile.

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[MyBlackBeasts]

Front brakes on a 2002 Mercedes C230 today, checking rears tomorrow.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190908/81930ba8620c0c6a68c265dae8bfd6 11.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190908/d324cde6c0b8db0cbaf958ea5a1592 25.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190908/d4fc4e7f8413a7fce4da0114d76c19 cf.jpg


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[stevengerard]

Replaced driver door actuator, I used a black coated bolt with attached washer, hands are small enough I could actually put nut on the inside of the door. Looks stock. Next up—replace AC compressor and accessories.

[Invective]

Yesterday, Marauder had new spark plugs installed for the first time since new (just under 48k miles at present). NGK 4177 TR6. Compression checked also. #4 (rear passenger side) down to 150 psi and the rest at 175 psi. Operates better than anytime in recent memory. Idle quality restored. Still haven't found source of 'rattle can' noise - appears to be temperature related as the noise lasts longer the cooler it is outside before going away. Sounds like a piece of gravel rolling around in a wheel.

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[fastblackmerc]

Still haven't found source of 'rattle can' noise - appears to be temperature related as the noise lasts longer the cooler it is outside before going away. Sounds like a piece of gravel rolling around in a wheel.

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Possible exhaust leak.

[03Merc]

Resealed the Diff. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/60819fd0d10f135f3c70978aa4da1f f8.jpg


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[loud2004marquis]

Drove it and had fun!

[james79stang]

Took car to the beauty parlor to get ready for the n. Carolina run.

[daddyusmaximus]

I used it as a food truck...
A fast, classy, comfy food truck, picking up fish fry supplies for the VFW.

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[03Merc]

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Drove 1,100 miles from South Florida since Saturday AM and ended up in Gatlinburg, TN. I am making My way up to upstate NY. We stopped in Orlando Florida, then Atlanta area, now We are here for a few days! Car is running very well.


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[Gerry24]

Possibly soon selling parts such as rear and front bumper covers, door panels OEM headlights, OEM taillights and other stuff I cannot remember. Feel free to shoo me an email and inquire.

[Fastbob]

Drove it to work 3 days in a row.....

[Zim Hosein]

Get her NYS Safety/Emissions inspection performed this afternoon, another $37.00 spent :( .

[daddyusmaximus]

Drove it up to Amish country (Shipshewanna, IN) to see Get The Led Out, an outstanding Led Zeppelin tribute band. The were more than great, very faithful to the original music.

[Green96]

Washed the outside, cleaned the CAI, changed the oil, and replaced the leaking low side AC valve.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Hey Birdman! Your TinyPics are not viewable anymore!

[03Merc]

Replaced 15yr old passenger window motor. Napa part, $48.05 tax included, shop price.


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[2,4shofast]

I drove it to work :)

[03Merc]

Driving it back to South Florida from Upstate NY. Stopping just outside of Charleston, SC. To rest and visit a good buddy.


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[justbob]

Keep shoving it farther into the corner LOL.

Bike got new rubber and carbs cleaned. Runs like absolutely brand new now.
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[cer0413]

Drove mines for the 1st time after sitting over 2 years and setup shipping back home.

Thanks to MO's Speed Shop for all their hard work.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191008/8dd4ff688a48fb94505537cf8d59c6 d1.jpg

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[Invective]

Drove mines for the 1st time after sitting over 2 years and setup shipping back home.

Thanks to MO's Speed Shop for all their hard work.

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Sitting at Mo's for two years?!?! Dang...

[03Merc]

Sitting at Mo's for two years?!?! Dang...

Haha, No.


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[cer0413]

Sitting at Mo's for two years?!?! Dang...[emoji2365][emoji2365][emoji2365][emoji2365][emoji2365][emoji2365]

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[Invective]

Clean Marauder Wednesdays! (I'm a day late). Let's keep'em clean. Shop put some wax on Marauder this visit.

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[OEFMARAUDERLOVE]

im putting miles on it before I deploy

[03Merc]

Drained the Trans Pan after My 4500mile trip. Put in 4 fresh quarts.


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[loud2004marquis]

Drained the Trans Pan after My 4500mile trip. Put in 4 fresh quarts.


Oil Change also?

[03Merc]

Oil Change also?

I did it b4 I came back home, I have about 1300 miles left on this round.


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[loud2004marquis]

What kinda oil and filter did you use?

[03Merc]

What kinda oil and filter did you use?

Motorcraft 5-30 and 820S


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[jfernandezs]

Wheel Alignment and oil change!

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[stevengerard]

Maybe I did it, or it did it to itself, broke the serpentine belt because the AC clutch froze up. 150 miles away from home but not far from Curless, so the car is in his hands for the repair.

[justbob]

Maybe I did it, or it did it to itself, broke the serpentine belt because the AC clutch froze up. 150 miles away from home but not far from Curless, so the car is in his hands for the repair.

Mine has been locking up for three years now. It’s only locking up the first 15 minutes when cold and only on take off from a light. So I quickly learned green light equals A/C off, gas down, and pop the clutch, 2nd gear turn back on because lazy.. [emoji6]

I rarely use it anyway. [emoji1303]



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[justbob]

Took it out to the movies last night. I had to jump it though as it’s been sitting undisturbed for a few weeks. Roared to life with ease and sounded like a small war as usual.


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[stevengerard]

Mine has been locking up for three years now. It’s only locking up the first 15 minutes when cold and only on take off from a light. So I quickly learned green light equals A/C off, gas down, and pop the clutch, 2nd gear turn back on because lazy.. [emoji6]

I rarely use it anyway. [emoji1303]



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AC wasn't even on. I think the pulley wore out enough after enough high speed driving on the expressway that it just gave up

[PoppyAOK]

I just waxed the dashboard. It's quite therapeutic for me so I always do it myself.

[Mr. Man]

I just waxed the dashboard. It's quite therapeutic for me so I always do it myself.This sounds like innuendo to me. :arcade:

[justbob]

Closed...

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[cer0413]

Drove it to a body shop for a quote.

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[Mr. Man]

Stock tune back in the SB. Getting ready for inspection Friday. Assuming it passes, drive mile down the street to BK and put the Marty-o tune back in.

[justbob]

Drove it to a body shop for a quote.

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Going black finally huh? Nice! [emoji1303]


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[cer0413]

Should've went when you spotted the damage years ago lol

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[justbob]

Should've went when you spotted the damage years ago lol

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[Blakshukvw]

Installed my dead pedal.


Hey, my post count matches my age.

[03Merc]

Took it out to the movies last night. I had to jump it though as it’s been sitting undisturbed for a few weeks. Roared to life with ease and sounded like a small war as usual.


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Hey send Me a message Your box is full!


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[justbob]

Hey send Me a message Your box is full!


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So much for doctor/patient confidentiality...


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[gdsqdcr]

Kids' travel baseball season is done for awhile, so took the Marauder to work today. Burned off the dust from the rear tires and had a pleasant drive in to work. May take the long way home when I leave today.

[Roadwarrior]

For the last 2 weeks ending this past Sunday, I drove my Marauder 2,390 miles on the way to Florida and back due to a death in the family. It performed flawlessly and had a lot of complementary comments about it, even though it was dirty.

[sailsmen]

Roadwarriors don't drive clean cars!

[Roadwarrior]

Roadwarriors don't drive clean cars!
You're right about that. They're only clean for the first 5 minutes after it is completely washed, and that's on a good day.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Had me a lotta fun! https://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?108349-My-new-Marauder-exhaust

[hotford]

Picked up some God's head emblems for the Merc......

[03Merc]

Picked up some God's head emblems for the Merc......

The front grille one is too small for the grille cut out and You have to modify the mounting spot to lay it flat, the trunk one You will have to bend to lay flat. Make sure the neck of the fireman is str8 down on both when mounting. I honestly hate those emblems. Nice quality material and how they are made tho. Enjoy!


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[BackNBlack]

Make sure the neck of the fireman....

50621..................

[sailsmen]

Mercury...........

[03Merc]

50621..................

Haha, I know. It's another one of those long lost jokes in the MM club.


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[03Merc]

Dropped off My Project roller car to the paint and body shop. 2004 Black w/Flint.


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[the fat bastid]

Used it as a sexy looking limo when i got married yestarday :)

[cer0413]

Congrats on your marriage

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[Zim Hosein]

Used it as a sexy looking limo when i got married yestarday :)

Congrats the fat bastid! :beer: (http://javascript<strong></strong>:void(0))

[fastblackmerc]

Used it as a sexy looking limo when i got married yestarday :)

Congrats!!!

[loud2004marquis]

Used it as a sexy looking limo when i got married yestarday :)

Congratulations!

[Peace2Peep]

Picked up my totally renovated marauder from Chris Curless' shop last Wednesday in Grand Rapids, Michigan...promptly drove it 1,100 miles with a brief stop in Dallas, GA for a checkup on my tune and then home to Daytona Beach! FLAWLESS! Great job Chris!!!! He's got the skills, experience, talent, passion, excellence, and the integrity it takes to serve this Marauder community!!! I love this brother and I'm not afraid to shout it!

[MyBlackBeasts]

Picked up my totally renovated marauder from Chris Curless' shop last Wednesday in Grand Rapids, Michigan...promptly drove it 1,100 miles with a brief stop in Dallas, GA for a checkup on my tune and then home to Daytona Beach! FLAWLESS! Great job Chris!!!! He's got the skills, experience, talent, passion, excellence, and the integrity it takes to serve this Marauder community!!! I love this brother and I'm not afraid to shout it!

Enjoy an awesome car & way to go Mr. Curless!

[03Merc]

Pulled the drive train, replacing oil pump and resealing it bottom to top.
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[blazen71]

Spray some of that brake cleaner on all the weeds ��

[1Marauder]

Spray some of that brake cleaner on all the weeds ��



Damn that was funny! Had to go back and view photo!

[1Marauder]

Hey all!

Yes, I am Alive! So much to share!

Hand washed Matadore Red Sport, parked it in 62 degree sun, and waxed top. Hood, and trunk and top of sides. Cleaned wheels, and tires.

Recieved not one but two compliments this evening. Filled with premium, now down to $3.17 (.45 cents cheaper than last week.)

[Svashtar]

Hey all!

Yes, I am Alive! So much to share!

Hand washed Matadore Red Sport, parked it in 62 degree sun, and waxed top. Hood, and trunk and top of sides. Cleaned wheels, and tires.

Recieved not one but two compliments this evening. Filled with premium, now down to $3.17 (.45 cents cheaper than last week.)

Funny, that’s what I did yesterday, along with fix the drivers side door actuator, but I doubt it looks as good as yours! We’re way down to a bargain $3.60 on gas.

I was shocked to find the paint on the top of the drivers side mirror starting to peel. On careful inspection, I also found rust (and no paint at all) in the bottom of both roof drain channels over the rear doors.

Finally, I found that the door edge guard on the passenger rear door has rubbed the metal clean over a 2” spot on the wheel well of the passenger rear. I pulled off the door channel and the problem is the door is too tight there.

Don’t know if I can adjust the hinges. All this time I never noticed. The car needs to be painted; the black has always looked like **** from day 1. God knows what that will cost; been 30 years since I painted a car.

But, on the other hand, it’s running great now. [emoji6][emoji1531]


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[03Merc]

Finally got it running and driving and stopping! Brought it home. My project is almost complete.
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[Svashtar]

Damn, wish my headlights were that clear! Also wish I’d kept my original grill rather than selling it to Zack. Looks very good there. Nice work!

[03Merc]

Damn, wish my headlights were that clear! Also wish I’d kept my original grill rather than selling it to Zack. Looks very good there. Nice work!

Thank You!!!


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[SGT_MERC]

I drove it. It's been done for just over a month and I've fallen in love all over again. I have no idea how to put pics on here anymore, everything has changed. 14 degrees timing, 14 lbs of boost. I wanted to stay conservative till spring. 665rwhp....594tq. I've been working on her for 7 yrs now and only put 2000k miles on her in that time frame. She spent most of the 7 yrs on jack stands.

[Mr. Man]

I drove it. It's been done for just over a month and I've fallen in love all over again. I have no idea how to put pics on here anymore, everything has changed. 14 degrees timing, 14 lbs of boost. I wanted to stay conservative till spring. 665rwhp....594tq. I've been working on her for 7 yrs now and only put 2000k miles on her in that time frame. She spent most of the 7 yrs on jack stands.
Congratulations Marty. Can't wait to see it at Carlisle.

[1Marauder]

Congrats! I am soooo jealous!

[SGT_MERC]

Thank you both. I should be there

[Grimrepairman]

We made this for my brothers CVPI.
I still prefer working with metal, but it came out halfway decent.

[james79stang]

What did I do today?

Installed my 11th or 12th set of rear tires (lost count) 325k miles

[03Merc]

New AC Compressor and Drier. Metco Rear Arms installed, Resonator delete tips installed.


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[Invective]

Interesting!

[justbob]

Decided to bring her down and uncover it last night. Went out to dinner and same again tonight. Can’t really say I missed it all that much? Now if I took this current power train and dropped it into maybe a ‘63 1/2 Galaxie or a ‘29–‘31 Model A Tudor, or maybe a ‘68 Torino, or F100, maybe a custom ‘50 Ford, or???? Just something cooler.


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[Invective]

Test:
https://vimeo.com/397337453

Vimeo not working either.

[blazen71]

Drove it for the first time since Mid Oct. Man I hate winter!

[Marauderjack]

Drove it for the first time since Mid Oct. Man I hate winter!

Be CAREFUL........black ice might fool ya Dave!!:eek:

[blazen71]

Be CAREFUL........black ice might fool ya Dave!!:eek:

Have you even seen black ice before, Southerner? :P

[Marauderjack]

Yep.....years ago in NEW JOISEY!!:eek:;)

[Comin' in Hot]

I put on 2,900 miles on my trilogy in the last week going to south Florida and back. It also turned 230,000 miles on the way home, now sitting at 230,5xx. Average cruising speed was 80-85 mph and I got 22 mpg.

[justbob]

I put on 2,900 miles on my trilogy in the last week going to south Florida and back. It also turned 230,000 miles on the way home, now sitting at 230,5xx. Average cruising speed was 80-85 mph and I got 22 mpg.

Damn, and I put on like 832 miles last year.. @ probably 8 MPG.


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[Mr. Man]

Damn, and I put on like 832 miles last year.. @ probably 8 MPG.


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[03Merc]

Damn, and I put on like 832 miles last year.. @ probably 8 MPG.


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Probably got great Smiles Per Gallon tho!


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[CBT]

I broke it out of hibernation for it's yearly state inspection.

[justbob]

I broke it out of hibernation for it's yearly state inspection.

Did that trip end up being the bulk of the mileage in last four years or so? [emoji16]

I’d be paying more attention to that sexy 300 SRT/8 also!


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[justbob]

Well I had a few small items I wanted to address this early spring but with this Chinese gift and now not working they’ll have to go on the back burner. Who knows, maybe this is finally my excuse for selling off since I’ve never really had a good reason besides boredom?

But sometime soon:
1)Rear tires (this is by FAR the longest lasting set I’ve had! I think over 6 years now?!)
2)Front brake conversion (I’ve only had the Jerry/Zack kit now for several years and the brakes have only been pulsating for 2-3 years or so but I’m never much in a hurry anymore..)
3)Make a new 3” H pipe with V band clamps and new Mufflers. (I never could stand the full S.W. sound)
4)Make a new 3 1/2” aluminum pipe from the blower to the inter cooler to clean up the dents from the F1-A implosion a few years ago and to move the Big Red valve to hopefully quiet that annoying sound of a severed shop air line down a tad!

So mostly some needed maintenance and small cheap changes. Other than that I think it fired up in under two full revolutions this year and hasn’t given a bit of attitude other than zero traction on the perfectly worn down to absolutely nothing Nitto 420’s. SKETCHY!


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[Peace2Peep]

Tinted the windows, and got my personalized license plate in the mail (took five weeks). I LOVE this car!

[Peace2Peep]

Well I had a few small items I wanted to address this early spring but with this Chinese gift and now not working they’ll have to go on the back burner. Who knows, maybe this is finally my excuse for selling off since I’ve never really had a good reason besides boredom?

But sometime soon:
1)Rear tires (this is by FAR the longest lasting set I’ve had! I think over 6 years now?!)
2)Front brake conversion (I’ve only had the Jerry/Zack kit now for several years and the brakes have only been pulsating for 2-3 years or so but I’m never much in a hurry anymore..)
3)Make a new 3” H pipe with V band clamps and new Mufflers. (I never could stand the full S.W. sound)
4)Make a new 3 1/2” aluminum pipe from the blower to the inter cooler to clean up the dents from the F1-A implosion a few years ago and to move the Big Red valve to hopefully quiet that annoying sound of a severed shop air line down a tad!

So mostly some needed maintenance and small cheap changes. Other than that I think it fired up in under two full revolutions this year and hasn’t given a bit of attitude other than zero traction on the perfectly worn down to absolutely nothing Nitto 420’s. SKETCHY!


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Let me know when you want to get rid of those SW headers...I'm in line for those babies!

[CBT]

I don't think I've put 200 miles on it in 2 and a half years. But I have been driving it lately, forgot how much fun it was.
Sounds way better than the 300, although not as fast. STILL gets comments. Took it out in public last week before the state inspection, sure enough someone complimented it while i was in a grocery store. Said it looks awesome, he was behind me at the car warsh. I thanked him, stopped shy of calling him a stalker.


Did that trip end up being the bulk of the mileage in last four years or so? [emoji16]

I’d be paying more attention to that sexy 300 SRT/8 also!


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[Invective]

Test:
https://vimeo.com/397337453

Vimeo not working either.


Heads up and Update: Signed up for Vimeo 'Plus' package on March 12th. Price? $84. Credit Card/Pay Pal won't be charged until the end of the 30 day trial period (it's in writing on the sign up page) - I used Pay Pal. Uploaded a Marauder video I made with my iPhone about my pending car sale. Attempted to link to the video and the link was dead. Troubleshooting was inconclusive so I immediately cancelled my subscription on line and gave my reason. No email confirmation on sign up, cancellation or anything else until much later. No email confirmation from Pay Pal either - very strange. I was dinged for $84 the next day, the 13th. No live support at Vimeo, only web support. Only one response out of Vimeo and only very recently 'Your account has indeed been cancelled'. Disputed the charge with my bank - awaiting a resolution.


Update: Vimeo issued a full refund yesterday.

[Invective]

Test post. Daily Motion works like a charm as a free video sharing platform. From March 17th. Marauder was just cleaned up.



https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7swvnf


Update: Interesting in that the depicted video appears and plays in Chrome but not Safari...

[justbob]

Blocking blocking and more blocking on the ‘67 Coronet R/T..
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[NXSBOB]

Test post. Daily Motion works like a charm as a free video sharing platform. From March 17th. Marauder was just cleaned up.

https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7swvnf
Works like a charm?
I do not see anything.

[Invective]

It's appearing for me using Chrome Browser. Tried sharing same video by linking to Vimeo last week - nothing - still looking for a refund.

[blazen71]

Removed StainlessWorks x-pipe and replaced it with a Magnaflow Tru-X muffler. Quieted the exhaust down a bit, still loud but much more tolerable at part throttle. Also has more of a rumble sound to it, rather than the token, raspy sound you get from a standard x-pipe.

[Windsor58]

Going from one doctor to another today I got tired of being passed.
Opened it up but left the a/c and stereo on. Went from 77 to 130 and back very quickly.
Man, I STILL love this car.

PS this occurred in mexico...

[Lowndex]

Hey Marty,

What did you do to my car today?

Oh ****, incoming!

[gdsqdcr]

Took it out on an essential drive. It has not moved in almost a month between rain, SARS2 and my mom moving (truck is out for that). What a blast to get up on the freeway ... smoked the tires and got thumbs up from two different folks. Still smiling as I sit back down and return to working from home meetings.

[03Merc]

Had a marker light delete it's self on the interstate...guess the nut loosen'd on My 8hr road trip. Made it 20 mins from home before it flew away, ripped the harness and damaged the bulb sockets. Got 2 harness' from the junk yard from a Marquis. Modified the connector to plug in. Had a spare marker light in My parts section in garage. Back in Business. Luckily the car wasn't damaged!


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[justbob]

Took it out on an essential drive. It has not moved in almost a month between rain, SARS2 and my mom moving (truck is out for that). What a blast to get up on the freeway ... smoked the tires and got thumbs up from two different folks. Still smiling as I sit back down and return to working from home meetings.

Son and I took our vintage sport bikes out yesterday on an essential GTFO of the house ride too! Still fire up, run, ride, and stop like brand new! What a rush.

I had to move the Marauder forward a foot to unbury mine and pushed it back a foot when done if that counts?

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[RubberCtyRauder]

Your Marauder poster has been rear ended

[justbob]

Your Marauder poster has been rear ended

Yeah. I’ve all but gave up on that. [emoji17]


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[NXSBOB]

Had a marker light delete it's self on the interstate
I hate it when that happens.

[CBT]

Is this the bike you rode to dinner with me and Joe?

Son and I took our vintage sport bikes out yesterday on an essential GTFO of the house ride too! Still fire up, run, ride, and stop like brand new! What a rush.

I had to move the Marauder forward a foot to unbury mine and pushed it back a foot when done if that counts?

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[03MERCMARAUDER]

Shop got started pulling the motor out of mine and prepping to drop in the cobra long block I acquired for it. Doing the Eaton swap also while they have it.


Joe

[justbob]

Is this the bike you rode to dinner with me and Joe?

Yessum.

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[HotRaud90]

Dropped off My Project roller car to the paint and body shop. 2004 Black w/Flint.


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Can you please PM me with where you got it painted and details on cost and quality of the job they did? Can't PM you, says your inbox is stuffed.

[ledzilla]

I'm kind of doing a thing with the taillights. Still have some tinkering to do to get it how I want it.


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[justbob]

Finally replaced all of the EATC bulbs with LEDs. Three have been burned out for a couple of years. It never really bothered me considering I set the temp to 72 back in ‘04...

You could say I don’t really have much of a fidgeting disorder as my pedals, seats, tilt, and temp controls were all set in ‘04 and left the hell alone!


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[fastblackmerc]

Got it inspected and ended up on the local news......

Video: https://abc11.com/finance/car-inspections-registrations-still-due-despite-executive-order/6084324/

My MM @ 2:11

NOTE: I have no speaking parts..........

[blazen71]

Engine was cutting out at full throttle. I could ease into and it would be fine but felt underpowered. A/F was holding at 11 to 1 so I knew fuel wasn't the issue. Then I checked boost and it was only getting up to 7psi instead of the normal 14psi. Just as I suspected, one of the t-bolt clamps worked its way loose. Tightened it back up and all is good! I also installed a factory lower air dam under the radiator. The F.I.T. kit instructed to remove it, which the previous owner did. Was having issues with the temp getting higher than it should. Now with the air dam, temps stay nice and low while cruising!

[Invective]

Marauder cleaned up yesterday (essential business!) - darn pollen! Oops...needed a new wiper blade too. Temps in the mid 80s - used a/c for the first time - worked properly as expected.. Pure motoring pleasure as I went shopping afterwards then back home.

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[Invective]

Got it inspected and ended up on the local news......

Video: https://abc11.com/finance/car-inspections-registrations-still-due-despite-executive-order/6084324/

My MM @ 2:11

NOTE: I have no speaking parts..........


Paid endorsement?!?! My Marauder going for annual service and state inspection next week - same shop does both.

[justbob]

Engine was cutting out at full throttle. I could ease into and it would be fine but felt underpowered. A/F was holding at 11 to 1 so I knew fuel wasn't the issue. Then I checked boost and it was only getting up to 7psi instead of the normal 14psi. Just as I suspected, one of the t-bolt clamps worked its way loose. Tightened it back up and all is good! I also installed a factory lower air dam under the radiator. The F.I.T. kit instructed to remove it, which the previous owner did. Was having issues with the temp getting higher than it should. Now with the air dam, temps stay nice and low while cruising!

Reading this reminds me of all the issues of pipe blow offs I watched Dominick go thru and why I was having none of that! But this ain’t too bad considering it didn’t come apart on you and assuming this is first time you’ve had to adjust it. If not, weld it! [emoji16]


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[Zim Hosein]

Looks good Invective, but you're supposed to take the packaging off the wiper blades! :D

[Invective]

Looks good Invective, but you're supposed to take the packaging off the wiper blades! :D

I always keep some rope in the trunk too - you just never know!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVEEqlQf9jM

[Zim Hosein]

LOL Invective! :beer:

[JoeyP2011]

I have been slowly removing old tint from her. Everyone suggests the garbage bag, soapy water, and hair dryer but I've just been using a blade and goo gone. In the meantime, I'm standing by to receive the EATC I sent out to fastblackmerc for refurbishment. Can't wait to reinstall that and have it light up at night. My journey with this car will be long and at times frustrating but by Christmas 2021 it will be a lean mean street fighting machine. And man does it sound good.

[blazen71]

Reading this reminds me of all the issues of pipe blow offs I watched Dominick go thru and why I was having none of that! But this ain’t too bad considering it didn’t come apart on you and assuming this is first time you’ve had to adjust it. If not, weld it! [emoji16]


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[fastblackmerc]

Paid endorsement?!?! My Marauder going for annual service and state inspection next week - same shop does both.

No paid endorsement. I take all my vehicles to the same place every year. They are more "understanding" and willing to work with you.

[justbob]

Got it inspected and ended up on the local news......

Video: https://abc11.com/finance/car-inspections-registrations-still-due-despite-executive-order/6084324/

My MM @ 2:11

NOTE: I have no speaking parts..........

Pretty amazing they remained open. Illinois pretty shut down everything government related. Even expired tags have a 30 day extension in place now, perhaps longer as time goes by..


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[Mr. Man]

Sounds like NC needs a vote the dummies out wake up call. Don't go outside because of midigation, but make sure you go out and get Corona virus at the DMV. Dumbasses. :shake: Hope you are well Jim.

[Invective]

Our previous governor and previous Charlotte mayor Pat McCrory publicly admitted the election process in North Carolina is rigged in recent times and not worth fighting. I switched to an independent shop last year and now he's closed and not answering texts for voicemails - bummer. My fallback is the local Ford dealer - ok for normal maintenance, state inspections, car cleanup, parts, etc., but useless for intricate work on older cars like Marauder and Mustang.

[Jbcarlover]

Invective, I trust your MM's wipers work slightly better than those in the video below. :D



I always keep some rope in the trunk too - you just never know!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVEEqlQf9jM

[03Merc]

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Picked up a Vortech blower for a good price, getting parts gathered for an install.


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[RubberCtyRauder]

I have been slowly removing old tint from her. Everyone suggests the garbage bag, soapy water, and hair dryer but I've just been using a blade and goo gone. In the meantime, I'm standing by to receive the EATC I sent out to fastblackmerc for refurbishment. Can't wait to reinstall that and have it light up at night. My journey with this car will be long and at times frustrating but by Christmas 2021 it will be a lean mean street fighting machine. And man does it sound good.

Best way to remove tint...$20 handheld steamer from Walmart. Can remove tint from 2 doors in 20 minutes or less. In one piece with the adhesive too. No scraping, it's a little wet doing it so have towels near

[blazen71]

New TR6 plugs

[Invective]

Picked up a Vortech blower for a good price, getting parts gathered for an install.


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Wow! What a clean motor! I need to get with the program...

[Invective]

New TR6 plugs

My car is going in for its annual service next week. Getting power pedals repaired and check to see what has caused the return of the rough idle. Plugs were changed for the very first time last year to NGK TR6V upon recommendation of a Marauder Specialist who worked on Marauder in the past. Some stated they were probably too cold for my NA car w/tune. Compression was down to 150psi in #4 cylinder, 175psi on all other cylinders. Motor sounds fine at the tailpipes but I miss the cold smooth start and having to look at the tach to make sure Marauder is still running. Fuel mileage is still good - similar to my Mustang. No CELs and haven't checked for codes - shop stated there were no codes last time. Waiting to see if any other issues come to the fore.

[sailsmen]

I would send ti off to Vortech for inspection/rebuild.

[jgc61sr2002]

Changed the oil and filter

[03Merc]

I would send ti off to Vortech for inspection/rebuild.

I will for sure!! Going to polish it up a bit too.


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[Roadwarrior]

Two weeks ago, the Marauder needed rear control arm bushings on the front end suspension. I come to find out that since the diameter of each end of the bushings were different on the OEM lower control arms & they were no longer available, I had no choice but to replace both lower control arms & used Carfixer's alignment specifications afterwards. The original ball joints were still surprisingly good.

[blazen71]

Two weeks ago, the Marauder needed rear control arm bushings on the front end suspension. I come to find out that since the diameter of each end of the bushings were different on the OEM lower control arms & they were no longer available, I had no choice but to replace both lower control arms & used Carfixer's alignment specifications afterwards. The original ball joints were still surprisingly good. I noticed the same thing. Seems control arm replacement is the only option.

[Green96]

This was actually yesterday but..... Still fighting early shifts when the car is warm. I have a spare coil that I was going to move from spot to spot because people here keep telling me that it is a coil. It has been in the same location for a while now with no change. I was going to move it to the next spot but instead took it out. I still believe that it is calculating load incorrectly, most likely from a vacuum issue or an incorrect vacuum reading. After putting back in the original coil I pulled the PCV valve, cleaned it and put it back in. I also noticed that the rubber piece that connect the PCV to the hard tube was not the most secure so I put zip ties on both ends.

I am not completely ready to call it fixed but I drove around for 20 minute and it shifted perfectly the entire time. If this turns out to be the fix I don't know if I should be glad it is fixed for little to no money or pissed that it took me this long to check the PCV. It normally starts acting up within 5 minutes of driving so I am optimistic.

Next up is to clean the goo off of the steering wheel controls.

[03Merc]

Drove it 560miles. Didn't skip a beat.


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[MercLSU]

Finally figured out what the issue was with my 14" brake swap. :mad2: https://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?94024-Big-Brakes-on-a-not-so-big-Budget-YEP&p=1585103#post1585103

Installed new headlights...broke a clip on the front grille when removing the passenger side headlight. Aggravating, but it isn't very noticeable.

Installed four new door striker bushings.

Now if I can just figure out the odd squeak coming from the front passenger side, I can move onto working on the truck.

[MyBlackBeasts]

Started it, changed oil & filter & readied it to drive (hopefully next week!).

Polished up my new 4" Megs tips & listened to the awesome new exhaust note.

Next need to give it a bath, its filthy!

Removed my column pod, have to do some custom work with it to relocate it as the AFR gauge is thick enough that the steering wheel rubs it when turning.

[Dragcity]

Nuthin' Haven't seen the bastard in many months.

[Green96]

I finally de-gunked the steering wheel controls yesterday. No more sticky gummy mess. What to do next.....

[MyBlackBeasts]

When I made my trip to Mo's & FL last November, my fuel gauge quit. Stuck on Full from Atlanta to Cocoa FL to home. So first thing after pulling out of storage I dropped the fuel hat and replaced sender. While I had it out I also installed an Aeromotive 340 fuel pump. Extremely easy job, miles of room, pulled from tank and it drops down between airbag and over-axle pipe. Piece of cake! :2thumbs:

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Cut the 3-wire harness to fuel tank pressure sensor at the 1/2 way mark and installed Weather-Pack connector.
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One thing I did have trouble with, the fuel strainer that comes with the Aeromotive 340 is too big. When u slide the hat assembly in it hits the side of tank and won't let the assembly drop in place. Ordered OEM one from Rock Auto, installed it and the hat assembly dropped right in place
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Fuel gauge now works! And Aeromotive 340 purring like a kitten - runs great! :rock::burn:


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[03Merc]

Fuel gauge now works! And Aeromotive 340 purring like a kitten - runs great! :rock::burn:


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I had a problem with the senders on aftermarket hats, I installed two and the gauge was stuck on E and check engine light lit on both of them, drive Me nuts. Finally moved a new pump over to the old had and plugged it in, and it worked great! Strange how it's only a few wires to the damn thing and the aftermarket pumps worked fine, just the senders didn't.


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[justbob]

When I made my trip to Mo's & FL last November, my fuel gauge quit. Stuck on Full from Atlanta to Cocoa FL to home. So first thing after pulling out of storage I dropped the fuel hat and replaced sender. While I had it out I also installed an Aeromotive 340 fuel pump. Extremely easy job, miles of room, pulled from tank and it drops down between airbag and over-axle pipe. Piece of cake! :2thumbs:

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Cut the 3-wire harness to fuel tank pressure sensor at the 1/2 way mark and installed Weather-Pack connector.
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One thing I did have trouble with, the fuel strainer that comes with the Aeromotive 340 is too big. When u slide the hat assembly in it hits the side of tank and won't let the assembly drop in place. Ordered OEM one from Rock Auto, installed it and the hat assembly dropped right in place
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Fuel gauge now works! And Aeromotive 340 purring like a kitten - runs great! :rock::burn:


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I use the slimmer socks from either the 98-02 or the Aero bodies (can’t recall) on both the 340’s and they flow fine. Anyways they simply plugged right on just much smaller.

I’ve had one 340 for must be close to 10 years now that hums nice and quiet. The second one I added probably 5 years ago sounds like it’s got sand in it since birth but flows equally just as well as the first one.


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[justbob]

Installed the stock hood to try and hush up the oh so annoying air rushing out of the Big Red and Tial valves.

HUGE difference! Like half or more. In fact I mostly hear the F1 gears meshing more than the air escaping now where I never heard the blower before really.

Also I ordered up some front Corvette calipers and pads to go with my brackets and SS lines I’ve had collecting dust for like three years or more now. Last up is to order the rotors and install. So maybe by 2022? [emoji6]


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[Green96]

Also I ordered up some front Corvette calipers and pads to go with my brackets and SS lines I’ve had collecting dust for like three years or more now. Last up is to order the rotors and install. So maybe by 2022? [emoji6]


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I am on almost the same timeline. You are ahead of me since I am stuck at brackets and SS lines. I do have a tab open where I am looking at the rest of the parts that I needs.....

[justbob]

I am on almost the same timeline. You are ahead of me since I am stuck at brackets and SS lines. I do have a tab open where I am looking at the rest of the parts that I needs.....

I’m just beyond lazy anymore.. I figured I’d purchase the stuff that isn’t so readily available or easily discontinued and the rest could wait.

The brakes have really started to pulsate in the last couple of years but with annual mileage +/- 1,000 anymore it’s funny to see just how long stuff can seem to last.


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[cer0413]

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[03Merc]

Drove it 1400miles to Upstate NY last week. I'm here for a few months or so.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200602/a4c887035d298eb7d424c55bc5d043 02.jpg


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[justbob]

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Dang dude!


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[cer0413]

Dang dude!


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[Go2GuyFL]

My daughter got to lap Daytona International Speedway with the Matanzas High School graduating Class of 2020!

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[MyBlackBeasts]

Huh

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He's giving you a compliment. Dang, dude! Looking sharp!

[cer0413]

He's giving you a compliment. Dang, dude! Looking sharp!Haha I'm slow but thanks to you both

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[justbob]

He's giving you a compliment. Dang, dude! Looking sharp!
What she said.^^^ [emoji16]

Haha I'm slow but thanks to you both

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[Mr. Man]

Replaced the not very old Interstate 850cca battery that wouldn't hold a charge with a Motorcraft 750cca in the JPB MM. I know they are both made by Johnson Controls, just hoping perhaps Ford makes them build batteries to a higher spec in order to put the Motorcraft name on. Interstate used to be a top shelf battery, but recently I've had a bunch that failed within 2-3 years out of a 6 or 7 year warranty. Tired of the pro-rate game. Ford says the Motorcraft has a 3 year replacement and then pro-rated for the rest of the time. We'll see.

Also gave the JPB MM a bath. Looks better, but I ran out of steam before I could detail spray it. Gettin' old. :geezer:

[03Merc]

Never had an issue with an 850 Motorcraft battery!


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[Mr. Man]

Never had an issue with an 850 Motorcraft battery!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro850 was $10. bucks more. 650 and the 750 were the same price. I'm not drawing any high amp stereo or anything so I went with the 750. We'll see how it goes.

[vonirkinshtine]

I picked up my baby from the shop after spending a week chasing a weird steering wheel vibration. It ended up being a combination of intermediate steering shaft and steering rack. Handles like it just came off the line in St. Thomas!

Now to tackle the EATC o-rings.

[04SilverBirch]

Replaced my Power Steering Pressure Switch

[04SilverBirch]

I picked up my baby from the shop after spending a week chasing a weird steering wheel vibration. It ended up being a combination of intermediate steering shaft and steering rack. Handles like it just came off the line in St. Thomas!

Now to tackle the EATC o-rings.
I did this a few weeks ago... very easy! Don't worry about it, it'll be fine (:

[04SilverBirch]

Put an OEM replica spoiler on. Didn’t come with a template �� still managed to get it on dead center and it looks fantastic, took about an hour (I’m no body guy) I was thinking it would take 3 lol.

[justbob]

I did the Kessel run in 11 parsecs flat.




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[MyBlackBeasts]

I did the Kessel run in 11 parsecs flat.




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:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

[p4ndiamond]

Gave her a good cleanup and processed my videos of drag strip Runs.

E85 + Tune only .

Managed at 14.78 @ 1600 DA engine is all stock filter to exhaust tip.
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[Peace2Peep]

Proved how "Ghetto Fabulous" I could really be by jamming a bigger starting battery in my baby cuz my new stereo equipment told me to...

Curless will be so disappointed...but I will clean up the wires later when the stereo is installed.


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[Peace2Peep]

I'm having trouble with my EATC. The blower will only work when the manual control is at high. Do I need a new resistor? Does anyone know that part number?

(I already installed the rebuilt EATC from FBM)

[MyBlackBeasts]

I'm having trouble with my EATC. The blower will only work when the manual control is at high. Do I need a new resistor? Does anyone know that part number?

(I already installed the rebuilt EATC from FBM)

F8VZ-19E624-BCAnd the pricing has gone INSANE on them!!!
$250 at Tasca
$187 at Amazon

HOLY CRAP Batman!!!

[Peace2Peep]

F8VZ-19E624-BC

And the pricing has gone INSANE on them!!!
$250 at Tasca
$187 at Amazon


HOLY CRAP Batman!!!

Looks like someone was sitting on one NOS for $91 on Ebay...GOT IT!

Now, do I need to modify it for future protection? Didn't I read something about upgrading the solder?

[PsychoB]

95 degrees and humid.....but pulled the 3:55's out and slapping the 4:10's in...... long list of stuff still to go.... but she is coming along great...

[justbob]

Unfortunately I had to wash it. First time since Louisville ‘18???

Got caught up in a freakin monsoon playing peekaboo and I can’t tolerate water spots..

Anyways, after receiving my new rotors and speed bleeders today I officially have all parts to do Zack and Jerry’s big brakes after three years or so of collecting parts LOL. Still need some caliper paint or perhaps a powder coating kit plus the will to want to wrench on it. I actually might get this done in the next year or so. Stay tuned! [emoji16]


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[justbob]

Well I decided I had way too many boxes of parts around here so I took her apart.

Fully rebuilt the rear calipers plus new hardware cause cheap.
Had rear rotors turned cause forgot to order.
New parking brake shoes and hardware
All new parking brake cables
New rear Raybestos pads
New front rotors
New front calipers
New front power stop pads
Zack and Jerry’s brake brackets
New Stainless hoses front and rear
Painted calipers and brackets silver
Painted hats black
Speed bleeders on the front, rears wrongly ordered..
New spark plugs
Cleaned the fuel filter canister
Drained the blow by tank
Oil change
New gorilla nuts and MartyO badges since I won both at a raffle years ago as it only seemed fitting.

There’s got to me more I’m forgetting. Hot AF and nap time, finish up tomorrow..


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[03Merc]

Went to 3 car shows...got a lot of likes.


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[justbob]

Made some end pieces for my new radiator/remote oil filter support. Bolt them on tomorrow and fill in the middle.

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[Marauderjack]

Very nice Bob!!:beer:

[cer0413]

Got it out the paint shop. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200730/99ae1267fc02bf3ac16a311cd3a751 e2.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200730/1a14510c123a599a7ba91b2f45e70a 1c.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200730/7fce365bd6eeb67b6c4adff3660ba4 ca.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200730/f396dd2f457824c508c02ac5e68e9b c6.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200730/31755a2fb09c88e51bab1f96077439 c2.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200730/7462160f09afd4e8cc43bec31accf2 a4.jpg

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[Zim Hosein]

Looks great cer0413! :beer:

[cer0413]

Looks great cer0413! [emoji481]Thank you

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[justbob]

Very nice Bob!!:beer:

Thanks!

Ready for paint!

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[cer0413]

Thanks!

Ready for paint!

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Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProSheesh!!!!

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[justbob]

Sheesh!!!!

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Sheesh yourself CJ! I’d love to have paint work done! Lookin good bro!

And final product.
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[cer0413]

Sheesh yourself CJ! I’d love to have paint work done! Lookin good bro!

And final product.
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Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProI meant add that it's your fault I got a paint job. If you remember in 2014, you pointed out the bad body work from a respray I got back in 2012. It's been burning my eyes every since. I tried to PM you as well [emoji9]

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[justbob]

I meant add that it's your fault I got a paint job. If you remember in 2014, you pointed out the bad body work from a respray I got back in 2012. It's been burning my eyes every since. I tried to PM you as well [emoji9]

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Yeah, sorry bout dat!
Text me


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[03Merc]

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[Peace2Peep]

Look at all those beautiful cars...wish I was there! It's also nice to see some Ford Excursions (I own one of those too) in the background!

[03Merc]

Look at all those beautiful cars...wish I was there! It's also nice to see some Ford Excursions (I own one of those too) in the background!

I took home 3rd Place for modified. Glad I took the trip to go. The car has only been driving since January this year so I'm happy with that!


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[MyBlackBeasts]

New NGK TR6 gapped at 0.032 and buffed up the dirty COP covers.

Driving to work all week as our c rappy hurricane induced weather finally moved on last night. :cuke: Hoo Hoo!

[MGDriver]

Decided to do a little photoshoot with the Marauders this weekend (see signature photo) can post more if you like to see them.

[jsignorelli]

The Marauders in the US are doing fine. This year however, due to the virus, Fords at Carlisle was a poor showing for the Marauders.
Hopefully, next June, the virus will be a thing of the past and we can get back to our car shows.
I have been taking my Mustang out for shows. We social distance, and wear masks.
In the past four weeks, I have attended four car shows with the '93 Mustang GT

[justbob]

Took it to a local cars and coffee organized thru TheChicagoGarage guys. Met a lot of super nice guys and was even all but forced to move my car around and line up with the Stangs for a photo op. I felt kinda weird about it but they insisted it was just as fast or even faster so go move it! Great guys. I even got a ride in an original right hand drive mini! SUPER bad ass! I’ve always loved these little things! Way more roomier than you’d ever expect! I actually seen this car 15-20 years ago closer to my house and lost sight of it. It turns out this guy bought it 10 years ago in my neck of the woods. Small world. Pun intended..

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My photo op.

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[justbob]

Also after god knows how many years I detailed my engine bay. After the car show of course. [emoji1303]

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[Mr. Man]

Bob I see your car was signed by Kevin the powertrain guy. What was his excuse for underpowering the Marauder?

[justbob]

Bob I see your car was signed by Kevin the powertrain guy. What was his excuse for underpowering the Marauder?


Hands were tied..

You should have seen him and the guy from Roush with their flashlights out looking all up under the dash and the undercarriage at my conversion. They were highly impressed!

The one time I truly didn’t want to answer a question. “How long did this take?” Knowing Roush had like three months to come up with a manual I bit my lip for a second but someone else spoke up and said “three weeks after work!” I felt good and bad at the same time because these guys were super cool and they were working on other stuff at the same time.


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[MyBlackBeasts]

Lightened it up a little so we could see you Bobby! I like how you matched your shirt with the roof!

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[Mr. Man]

Vacuumed out both SB and JPB, also took a few to do the T too. Going to give JPB a bath tomorrow and do up the rubber. I need to do an interior detail as well. Engine detail at some point as well before the snow flies. Never ends! :(