[LRSjmac]

I don't know how it is for y'all, but everytime I start working on a fox body the first thing I do is line out the laundry list of stuff it needs. As we all know, that list can become overwhelming quickly! One of the most common questions we feild is, "Where do I start?". Take a look at our list of the Top 10 Fox Body Mustang Restoration Parts to get a few ideas of where to jump in to your restoration project.

[RLG34750]

That is a great must have parts list.....

[Brutal Metal]

+1000 on the Weatherstripping Kit, that is ESSENTIAL on a Fox Body rebuild! I hate opening the door of a freshly built notchback and seeing ripped and beaten up weatherstripping!

[dieselmonkey]

plus a good cleaning

[travisp11]

O.K., I have to admit that I had a few laughs as I read though the top 10 list and yes, even I open my doors the way you mentioned in the list. But there is one part, for us fox body hatchback owners out there that is getting hard to find and a bit overpriced (in my opinion) if you look around online. It is the infamous hatch striker bolt that keeps the hatch down tight. I know that my hatch probably has about 1/4 inch of play in it when closed that lets in dust, air and (probably) exhaust fumes while driving around town as you hit various bumps in the road. You guys need to find a steady supplier of this part that wont sack us $40 + for an over-glorified bolt and cylinder shaped washer.

[jerry9665]

How about a good reproduction luggage rack and especially the 3rd brake light cover. I like the look of the luggage rack but it's faded with chipped paint. But all in all you came up with a great starter list. +1 on the really good cleaning too.

[LRSjmac]

Thanks guys!

+1 more for a good old fashioned scrubbing!

travisp11, Comparatively speaking the 87-91 hatch striker is priced higher than the 81-86 & 91-93 parts. For the life of me I cannot see why, but these are all still Ford original parts. I submitted this to one of our suppliers, but he probably won't be able to start reproducing them until Ford releases the tooling.

jerry9665, there really is a first time for everything. I've been here for 6 years & that is the first time I've ever been asked about getting a replacement luggage rack! I will submit this as well to see if the Ford tooling still exists for the luggage rack, but I wouldn't hold my breath. Unfortunately, because of the low demand, it may be a while before we see a reproduction. In the mean time, have your tried removing your luggage rack & sanding it down & repainting it?

[jerry9665]

Originally Posted by LRSjmac

Thanks guys!

+1 more for a good old fashioned scrubbing!

travisp11, Comparatively speaking the 87-91 hatch striker is priced higher than the 81-86 & 91-93 parts. For the life of me I cannot see why, but these are all still Ford original parts. I submitted this to one of our suppliers, but he probably won't be able to start reproducing them until Ford releases the tooling.

jerry9665, there really is a first time for everything. I've been here for 6 years & that is the first time I've ever been asked about getting a replacement luggage rack! I will submit this as well to see if the Ford tooling still exists for the luggage rack, but I wouldn't hold my breath. Unfortunately, because of the low demand, it may be a while before we see a reproduction. In the mean time, have your tried removing your luggage rack & sanding it down & repainting it?

I know I'm one of those few people who like the luggage rack. I even have one on my 65. I'll probably just
end up painting it but do you know if they make a replacement for the plastic 3rd brake light housing? Mine is weather beaten and could use a new one.

[LRSjmac]

Originally Posted by jerry9665

I know I'm one of those few people who like the luggage rack. I even have one on my 65. I'll probably just
end up painting it but do you know if they make a replacement for the plastic 3rd brake light housing? Mine is weather beaten and could use a new one.

I know where you are coming from. I actually like the Ruby Red interior in my 93. I'm pretty sure I'm one of the very few who openly admit that there is nothing wrong with a red interior! (as long as it's clean)

There are no current reproductions on the Convertible 3rd brake lights & the OE ones have been discontinued by Ford. Unfortunately the only current source would be used.

[bobbybart]

Originally Posted by lrsjmac

i don't know how it is for y'all, but everytime i start working on a fox body the first thing i do is line out the laundry list of stuff it needs. As we all know, that list can become overwhelming quickly! One of the most common questions we feild is, "where do i start?". Take a look at our list of the top 10 fox body mustang restoration parts to get a few ideas of where to jump in to your restoration project.

hi just want to let everybody know we still have a bunch of oem carlite quarter glasses for the 1987-93 mustangs, i have seen some crazy high pricing on these so if any mebers are interested please let me know,and we will not "rip you off"
thanks
bobby

[LRSjmac]

Originally Posted by bobbybart

hi just want to let everybody know we still have a bunch of oem carlite quarter glasses for the 1987-93 mustangs, i have seen some crazy high pricing on these so if any mebers are interested please let me know,and we will not "rip you off"
thanks
bobby

Bobby is right, they are still available! We have our first shipment on its way. OEM Carlite Quarter Windows for Coupe & Hatch will be available for $349.99 each & will qualify for $14.99 UPS Ground shipping!

I will be doing a formal press release once they arrive.

[RLG34750]

Originally Posted by jerry9665

How about a good reproduction luggage rack and especially the 3rd brake light cover. I like the look of the luggage rack but it's faded with chipped paint. But all in all you came up with a great starter list. +1 on the really good cleaning too.

Originally Posted by LRSjmac

jerry9665, there really is a first time for everything. I've been here for 6 years & that is the first time I've ever been asked about getting a replacement luggage rack! I will submit this as well to see if the Ford tooling still exists for the luggage rack, but I wouldn't hold my breath. Unfortunately, because of the low demand, it may be a while before we see a reproduction. In the mean time, have your tried removing your luggage rack & sanding it down & repainting it?

Jerry another option is having the luggage rack powdercoated there are powders that will give the appearance of chrome or polished aluminum....

[25thfox]

I have the same problem with the hatch striker on mine that rattle is so annoying but i dont think i would pay that much for a bolt.

[LRSjmac]

Originally Posted by travisp11

O.K., I have to admit that I had a few laughs as I read though the top 10 list and yes, even I open my doors the way you mentioned in the list. But there is one part, for us fox body hatchback owners out there that is getting hard to find and a bit overpriced (in my opinion) if you look around online. It is the infamous hatch striker bolt that keeps the hatch down tight. I know that my hatch probably has about 1/4 inch of play in it when closed that lets in dust, air and (probably) exhaust fumes while driving around town as you hit various bumps in the road. You guys need to find a steady supplier of this part that wont sack us $40 + for an over-glorified bolt and cylinder shaped washer.

Originally Posted by 25thfox

I have the same problem with the hatch striker on mine that rattle is so annoying but i dont think i would pay that much for a bolt.

You know, it's been so long since I've owned a hatch car that I forgot about a fairly simple fix. It's more like a band-aid, but it will last a while.

The Door Striker Bushing can be made to work on the 81-91 Mustang Hatch Strikers. The Door striker bushing is a little shorter & has a slightly larger inner diameter than the hatch striker bushing, but nothing too major. All you need to do is unscrew the washer off of the hatch striker, (check the fitment of the bushing now) run a wrap or two of electrical tape around the shaft (yeah, I said shaft) of the striker where the bushing would sit to take up the slack, slide on the door striker bushing, & screw the washer back on.

The reason I say that this is a band aid is because the electrical tape underneath does give & the bushing will fail again. However it is a longer term temporary cheap fix & definately beats a rattling hatch & the smell of exhaust fumes!