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stang1

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Hello everyone. I just purchased a 92 SC with 69k on it. I must say I LOVE it..
I have owned many Mark VIIIs but this is my first bird. The car is silver with blue interior and an automatic trans.
Just wondering what would be the first upgrades that you would recommend?
Thanks in advance and look forward to hearing from you.
 
stang1 said:
Hello everyone. I just purchased a 92 SC with 69k on it. I must say I LOVE it..
I have owned many Mark VIIIs but this is my first bird. The car is silver with blue interior and an automatic trans.
Just wondering what would be the first upgrades that you would recommend?
Thanks in advance and look forward to hearing from you.
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The exhaust system first, before any engine mods!

Then after she is ready for intake mods
 
You in Chicago or around it? I am in Montgomery.

To answer your question, yes def do exhaust first. Then after that you can do bolt ons and a few other things.
 
Don't do any mods until you lay out goals, budget etc.

Is it completely stock now? What kind of shape is it in? Suspension ok? No signs of trauma in the engine or trans?
 
KMT said:
Don't do any mods until you lay out goals, budget etc.

Is it completely stock now? What kind of shape is it in? Suspension ok? No signs of trauma in the engine or trans?
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I have no goals per say. Just looking for the best advise.
It is completely stock with absolutely no rust or damage. Runs strong and rides great.
 
Yes a goal or target is great idea. I had a goal, got there then wanted to go faster. I ended up doing some mods twice and could have done them once if I had the right goal to begin with.
 
pbdevastator said:
Yes a goal or target is great idea. I had a goal, got there then wanted to go faster. I ended up doing some mods twice and could have done them once if I had the right goal to begin with.
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I already put new wheels on. I want to lower it. Other than that. I don't know. IT has to stay reliable as it is my daily driver right now. Iam thinking maybe a gear.
What size is recommended?
Thanks, Guys.
Hey, Also. Why can I not see the threads up higher in this forum? They say Private.
 
stang1 said:
I already put new wheels on. I want to lower it. Other than that. I don't know. IT has to stay reliable as it is my daily driver right now. Iam thinking maybe a gear.
What size is recommended?
Thanks, Guys.
Hey, Also. Why can I not see the threads up higher in this forum? They say Private.
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You've gotta be an SCCOA member to read those forums.
 
stang1 said:
I already put new wheels on. I want to lower it. Other than that. I don't know. IT has to stay reliable as it is my daily driver right now. Iam thinking maybe a gear.
What size is recommended?
Thanks, Guys.
Hey, Also. Why can I not see the threads up higher in this forum? They say Private.
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Just a heads up if you are using yours as a daily driver. HEAD GASKETS!! I have used 2 SC's in the past as DD's, and both blew head gaskets at and around 140k miles. You got a ways to go but, might as well get ready for it before it sneaks up on you.
My 89 I have now has 49k, and I plan on doing the head gaskets with in a few years, but mine is just a toy and only gets driven once or twice a month. Its in amazing shape with low miles and I want to keep it that way.

I would do some maintenance on it be for I did any mods in my opinion. First thing I did was service the SuperCharger, then brakes, fluids, ect.
The original owner replaced the valve cover gaskets, water pump, belts and tensioner pulleys.

I need to have the tie rods and front end stuff done, just for piece of mind.
 
stang1 said:
I thought I was a member??? Do I have to pay?????
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Welcome to SCCoA. You are currently a "Registered user" ,which is not the same as a "SCCoA Member". Please see this thread for info on how to become a SCCoA Member for $15 a year.

http://www.sccoa.com/forums/showthread.php?120821-Membership-is-now-OPEN!&p=946358#post946358

Benefits of paid membership:

You can ad an avatar (photo) to your board ID.
You can add a signature that can also include a photo that shows up beneath all your post.
You will not see the Google banner ads at the bottom of the pages.
You will receive a member discount from some vendors and club sponsored events.
You will be eligible to receive free SCCoA window stickers.
You have access to member only forums, which includes the Lounge for discussing non-car related topics.
You have the ability to upload more images (500 MB vs. 50 MB for non-members).
You have the ability to store more private messages (500 PMs vs 70 PMs for non-members).
You can create a Garage page for several cars to list your modifications and upload numerous photos for hosting, which includes adding your timeslips and dyno charts to the Garage lists.
You will be one of the people who is helping to keep this club alive by helping to pay for the cost of hosting this website on a dedicated server, and the cost of sponsoring important club related events.

David
 
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Work in town too?....cool..............I work near by in Alsip.................when you see a 94' with the number 300 in the windshield...............it's me........I Road Course. Yes.to view all the forums you need to join......I was member 3026 or something like that years ago.............have been here since 2005.
 
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