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Everything open
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The filthy storage bin, note the felt lining found on the earlier 98-02 models.


Yes, I scrubbed it out of course.


the hole in the front is due to a cd changer install. I covered the hole when I mounted my subwoofer's remote bass level contr...
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

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The shifter bezel surround.

Notice the damage.

I refnished it prior to install with a lightly textured black paint for a factory look
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

PDRM0151.JPG
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Shifter sitting inside console
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HPIM0174.JPG
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Done, the original version

Drivers side
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HPIM0172.JPG
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Done, the original version

Pass side
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THe hole.


THis is where the shifter cable used to go.

I used a 1-5/8" iirc black rubber tapered plug from lowes to fill it. Works great! And is great for routing wires for future projects!
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

PDRM0051.JPG
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DOne.

From behind
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

HPIM0291.JPG
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Later on:

I later relocated the scan gauge into the console, and trimmed the old ashtray/cupholder door for a perfect fit filler piece
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

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The stock shifter cable, rerouted and floating on the new shifter.

I used a ton of nylon locking 'zip' ties to secure it down.

The shifter is bolted down using carriage bolts, and sealed with RTV.


In retrospect, some socket head cap bolts...
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

PDRM0063.JPG
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Later on:

I later relocated the scan gauge into the console, and trimmed the old ashtray/cupholder door for a perfect fit filler piece
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

PDRM0065.JPG
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Later on:

I later relocated the scan gauge into the console, and trimmed the old ashtray/cupholder door for a perfect fit filler piece

Pass seat view
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

PDRM0068.JPG
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Later on:

I later relocated the scan gauge into the console, and trimmed the old ashtray/cupholder door for a perfect fit filler piece

Better driver's side view
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

PDRM0073.JPG
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Cupholders?

Many have asked if I still have cupholders now.
Well, yes! The console features a pair of trik retracting cupholders
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

PDRM0291.JPG
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Even Later:

Mercury Marauder gauge pod replaces filler piece.
More pcitures here:
http://www.supermotors.net/vehicles/registry/7603/52261
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PDRM0292.JPG
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Even Later:

Mercury Marauder gauge pod replaces filler piece.
More pcitures here:
http://www.supermotors.net/vehicles/registry/7603/52261

Another shot
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

PDRM0295.JPG
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Even Later:

Mercury Marauder gauge pod replaces filler piece.
More pcitures here:
http://www.supermotors.net/vehicles/registry/7603/52261

Another
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

PDRM0297.JPG
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Even Later:

Mercury Marauder gauge pod replaces filler piece.
More pcitures here:
http://www.supermotors.net/vehicles/registry/7603/52261

Another
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

seats.jpg
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Done.

The trimmed seat cover, prior to final 'tweaking'
(Posted in: Center Console & Floor Shifter Conversion (9/'05))

fsc1.JPG
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98+ failsafe cooling description


1
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98+ failsafe cooling description


2
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ext-(19).jpg
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(Posted in: 1996 Grand Marquis - See subfolders!! )

hpim0099.jpg
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hpim0100.jpg
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hpim0102.jpg
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hpim0103.jpg
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1998+ Panther platform transmisison and power steering cooler
(Posted in: TECH/MISC -- Click for MISC tech pics-SEE SUBS)

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2003-04 Marauder Frame
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Marauder front bumper
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Marauder suspension
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1111MM_Hood-large.jpg
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marauder hood
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1111MM_Rear_Bumper.jpg
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marauder rear bumper
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gmqBROCH.jpg
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1996 GMQ brochure spec scan
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gmqBROCH (1).jpg
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1996 GMQ broschure spec scan
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mirror.jpg
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COMPASS MIRROR CALIBRATION
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1999 ABS wheel speed snesor
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int.jpg
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(Posted in: Fall 2006 - Engine Detail-MM box+04 CVPI zip tube)

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(Posted in: October 2006 Exterior Detail)

ext (1).jpg
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