Mostly previous owner neglect, had to replace all the shocks, hoses, brake service, u-joints, axle bearings & one axle shaft and it still had it's original transmission fluid! At least they changed the oil. Also the cruise control was dead, had to replace that too.
Classic solid car, Still not a burner of oil, plenty of get up and go. Prone to rust like most Fords of that vintage, just means a little more care in washing and waxing.
Good "investment", appreciated $300.00 in retail value in one year. Also it doesn't get lost in a sea of Hondas and Nissans.
Hello!
I have problem with the cruise control. Everything looks OK, but it's totally dead. Where should I start looking for the failure?
Please advise on some books about the wirings.
Christer
My address: penzoil@telia.com
Found out that when the engine was washed, the throttle linkage was dry of all oil lube. WD-40 works, but lithium grease might be better. That might do it. Also check the vacuum lines. They are old. Now if I could only get it to steer itself...
Roy.
I've since given the Tbird to a friend of mine. It's way past 200K and going strong, but rust is starting to kill the unibody and it will be structually unsafe in a few years. Too bad. If Ford had only used galvanized steel in that year, this would not be as serious as it is. A sad end to a faithful beast.
Roy.
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