Picked Up My (new!) Marauder Yesterday!

[RubberCtyRauder]

its under the air filter box

[Invective]

its under the air filter box

Thanks for this.

[Mr. Man]

its under the air filter box

If someone hasn't already, drill some larger holes around the air pump to let water drain more readily. The little tiny holes Ford supply fill up with crud and water can't drain thus destroying the pump.

[Invective]

If someone hasn't already, drill some larger holes around the air pump to let water drain more readily. The little tiny holes Ford supply fill up with crud and water can't drain thus destroying the pump.

Thanks for this. I'll look at it tomorrow.

[Hadamustang1]

the pump is under the hood,, for air bags on the back axle,,

[Invective]

the pump is under the hood,, for air bags on the back axle,,

Thanks for this. Will look at it later today. Currently at the dealer for the second part of the airbag recall on my Mustang. Guy came in after me with an '08 GT convertible nearly identical to my coupe for the recall has already been released and departed the premises. Much higher rank than me apparently.

[fastblackmerc]

Congrats on your find!

Welcome to the site!

I'd do these mods:

• 4:10 gears
• Front & rear Addco solid sway bars
• Metco upper & lower rear control arms
• Metco Watts link
• Setup the front end alignment using Carfixers specs
• JLT CAI
• Tune & tuner from Marty @ MO's

Things to look out for:

• Radio will lose FM reception - replace it with an Escape radio or aftermarket headunit
• Headlights (Lo beams) will not work - need to repair the LCM.
• Air will only come out of the defroster vents - EATC needs repair.
• Interior temperature won't regulate - need to replace the Blend Door Actuator.
• Fan won't work - need to repair the BCM
• Need to periodically clean-out the wiper cowl to prevent wacky wiper syndrome.

Fellow North Carolinian here......

[Invective]

Congrats on your find!

Welcome to the site!

I'd do these mods:

• 4:10 gears
• Front & rear Addco solid sway bars
• Metco upper & lower rear control arms
• Metco Watts link
• Setup the front end alignment using Carfixers specs
• JLT CAI
• Tune & tuner from Marty @ MO's

Things to look out for:

• Radio will lose FM reception - replace it with an Escape radio or aftermarket headunit
• Headlights (Lo beams) will not work - need to repair the LCM.
• Air will only come out of the defroster vents - EATC needs repair.
• Interior temperature won't regulate - need to replace the Blend Door Actuator.
• Fan won't work - need to repair the BCM
• Need to periodically clean-out the wiper cowl to prevent wacky wiper syndrome.

Fellow North Carolinian here......

Thanks for this.

Air Pump: Attempted to look at air pump under airbox: front lower airbox nut is seized to stud. Penetrating oil didn't help. Was able to tilt the airbox forward enough to shine a flashlight underneath: air pump is dirty but no water evident. Seems to be getting noisier each time I drive the car.

CD changer: #4 cd begins skipping about halfway through for no apparent reason. Very minor, almost imperceptible scratches apparent - plays fine in the head unit and home unit. #6 cd is being sampled incorrectly - gibberish coming out of speakers -no apparent damage and plays fine in dash (head unit) and home unit. Previous owner stated he NEVER used the changer. Maybe regular use will clear up the issues.

Spare Tire: Lo and behold, I lifted the large cover and I do indeed have the compact spare (not the full sized spare as thought) - looks like its never been used.

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Many days I don't drive or ride at all. When I do, I rotate among my many vehicles, driving/riding the same vehicle all day.

[justbob]

Sounds like you got a perfect car. I’ve yet to read of any actual issues. Who cares about a stubborn CD player or a dirty ashtray in a 15 year old car. Plus the air pumps are notoriously loud on these cars.


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[Invective]

Sounds like you got a perfect car. I’ve yet to read of any actual issues. Who cares about a stubborn CD player or a dirty ashtray in a 15 year old car. Plus the air pumps are notoriously loud on these cars.


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I'm learning the quirks. Car smells and looks BRAND NEW as it spent most of its life in a garage (or two) under a cover (in Michigan). Neighbor helped me fold and stow the cover that came with the car today. As with anything mechanical, don't use it you loose it. I'm very fortunate I came across this car when I did - puts a grin on my face every time I drive it!

Looking at two Lincoln Blackwoods available in my region. One claims to have 20k original miles and the other 70k mile example is a Neiman Marcus edition. My 'collection' would be complete except my adult daughter requested money to complete needed dental work today....