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The factory regulator was still fine, but I decided to 'upgrade' to an aftermarket unit so I could adjust the fpsi

I went with the Kirban AFPR after reading reviews on the Mustang boards of the Aeromotive or BBK units.
I also like that it wasn't...
(Posted in: Kirban Fuel Pressure Regulator)

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A nice feature about the Kirban regulator is the pressure adjustment is separate from the vac line

I did like the extra 1/8" NPT port on the Aeromotive, though...
(Posted in: Kirban Fuel Pressure Regulator)

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Installed.


I made a new vacuum line using an extra OEM nylon line from a factory vac harness. I used a heat gun to mold it to the bends needed. Wanted to keep red color so it matches vac diagram, but oh well. Seems to fit real nice!



The e...
(Posted in: Kirban Fuel Pressure Regulator)

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Another recent addition was a BBK 75mm "Power Plus" throttle body


Upon opening the box finding a brand new TPS sensor was a nice surprise from the other BBK T/Bs I've ordered in the past. Wonder when this started?

The factory TPS is a bear to remo...
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Some reference pictures -

The black coating is used to improve the seal between the throttle body bore and blade, this improves idle quality.

I gave the exterior of the T/B including linkage a couple coats of Eastwood clear for bare metal so it...
(Posted in: BBK 75mm T/B)

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Some reference pictures -

The black coating is used to improve the seal between the throttle body bore and blade, this improves idle quality.

I gave the exterior of the T/B including linkage a couple coats of Eastwood clear for bare metal so it...
(Posted in: BBK 75mm T/B)

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Some reference pictures -

The black coating is used to improve the seal between the throttle body bore and blade, this improves idle quality.

I gave the exterior of the T/B including linkage a couple coats of Eastwood clear for bare metal so it...
(Posted in: BBK 75mm T/B)

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Some reference pictures -

The black coating is used to improve the seal between the throttle body bore and blade, this improves idle quality.

I gave the exterior of the T/B including linkage a couple coats of Eastwood clear for bare metal so it...
(Posted in: BBK 75mm T/B)

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Installed.

Because of my unique configuration, the throttle body is mounted upside down so you don't get to see the 'pretty' side of the T/B

Honestly, I prefer it like this anyway - now it looks like it's still a factory part installed!

I did not...
(Posted in: BBK 75mm T/B)

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A couple pictures taken by another CVN member long ago of the old Kenny Brown panther frame bracing
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A couple pictures taken by another CVN member long ago of the old Kenny Brown panther frame bracing
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A couple pictures taken by another CVN member long ago of the old Kenny Brown panther frame bracing
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Here is the Boost-a-Spark (BAS) kit out of the plastic bag.

In the bag is a 4 psi pressure switch and some installation parts (vac tee, hose, solder, terminals)

The black box in the bottom left is the controller which will be mounted in the ca...
(Posted in: Kenne Bell Boost-a-Spark)

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Since I want a factory appearing engine bay, the attractive anodized red finish had to go.

I painted the module a satin black color. I used a spare Ford harness sticker (from a corner lamp harness) to mimic a factory loom.
(Posted in: Kenne Bell Boost-a-Spark)

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Don't really have a good picture yet, but here it is installed.


I mounted it to the side of the vacuum reservoir using self-tapping screws sealed with silicone. Works well.

I'm satisfied with the install, to the untrained eye it's just anothe...
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The wiring was spliced into the coil power feed near the eec diode, under the relay center.

Normally the outside wire goes to the coils on panthers, not the case on mine. Guess it is hit or miss.

The splices are soldered and covered with adhesi...
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Scangauge II w/ "Blendmount" rear-view mirror mounting system

I have actually had this installed since early '09, and took these pictures late '09 - but forgot to upload these pics


Installation was straightforward, an extra ~5ft cat5e patchco...
(Posted in: Scangauge II / Blendmount)

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Scangauge II w/ "Blendmount" rear-view mirror mounting system

-View from passenger side-
The gray rj45 jack was pretty ugly, so I later blacked it out with a sharpie


I have actually had this installed since early '09, and took these pictures late ...
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Scangauge II w/ "Blendmount" rear-view mirror mounting system

-Closeup of mounting-

I have actually had this installed since early '09, and took these pictures late '09 - but forgot to upload these pics


Installation was straightforward, an...
(Posted in: Scangauge II / Blendmount)

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The driver's window regulator decided to snap while moving/driving the car for the first time this year.
A little frustrating, but the repair is pretty simple and inexpensive.

Pictured here is the broken factory regulator, the cable has snapped. A c...
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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An overview of what had to be removed / drilled out to remove the regulator.

The window glass must also be removed, which can be done after first removing felt covered rubber inner molding.

Door panel removal info can be found on my webpage;
http...
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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The rivets which attach the glass to the regulator sliding mechanism are the most difficult to remove. This position worked out well for me.
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Stupid door pull bracket in the way, but a shallow 11mm socket with a ratchet made it a minor inconvenience.

non-issue for CV owners.
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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A close-up of the door beam pictured and labeled above. The small black part in the bottom left is the lock actuator.
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Drilling out the bottom rivets.

Once you drill them out, before using a hammer and punch STABILIZE the backside of the glass with some sort of backing (ie wood, or whatever you can come up with) so you don't crack / smash it!
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The bottom rivet on the other side removed. As mentioned in an earlier pic, this hole is where the window motor wiring passes through and is what I used for access to this rivet.
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Old and new.

The new regulator is an aftermarket Dorman part. Not my first choice, and I'd advise you use OEM/Ford - though it seems just fine.
My reasons for using the aftermarket part are simple:
My Ford dealer did not have the regulator in stock...
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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Snaking the new window regulator in.


The replacement was secured using 1/4" hardware (bolts, washers, locknuts) rather than rivets. DO NOT overtighten the regulator->glass bolts!


Re-installing the glass is the opposite of removal - inset the...
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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With the glass removed, it's an ideal time to polish it out to remove any water spots/etching.

I've used both of these products with good results. The Zaino product, which was actually designed just for this, does work better by hand than the M105 a...
(Posted in: LF Window Regulator Replacement)

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A picture speaks a thousand words.
This little image from the service manual shows exactly how you need to rotate the glass while lifting in order to remove it.


Once I slid the glass out, I put it right in the trunk so it was out of the way
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It had been months since the engine was last cleaned. Although the car was driven 0 miles within this time, as expected there was a heavy dust and dirt accumulation.


I didn't have all day to spend on it or anything, but it is easy to clean up.
(Posted in: Engine Bay)