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Old 10-23-2009   #1 (permalink)
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Default 1990 Mustang 5.0 to do list, in order

Hi guys & gals,

I just bought a 1990.. for $600, running at that.

I was just wondering if anyone has an order preference of what they do first to fix up stangs.

For example, here was my thought:

Wheels (cause they're ready to blow)
bearings
rotors
brakes
aluminum drive shaft
pulleys
throttle body
manifold
chip
supercharger
cams
body
paint
interior

etc, etc, What do you guys think?

thx
hope to see you guys on the road soon.
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Before any performance mods......

I'd perform any & all general maintenance

Make sure the car is a 100% with regard to safety & reliability.....

You need to have a good foundation to build upon
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A good ole fashion tune up and go thru.
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Checking for anything major, after that, if there is rust or body problems.

As RLG34750 said, make sure the car is safe and solid. After that i'm sure you won't have a problem spending money on your car
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you forgot something on your list Sub frame connectors before any add on's for power or even the body work
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ah yes good point..

frame...

I agree about the go thru... safety first and tune up...

this one will be my wifes car, so its not going to be too spiffy.....

Thanks for the heads up!
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