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Topic: 1988 Lincoln LSC
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itlbrnmoff
Gearhead Posts: 1104
From: Indianapolis,IN.USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 12-23-2002 11:39 AM
   
Well...I bought the Lincoln...not that I could really afford it though.I am very surprised of the overall condition.I'm sorry if I created a disturbance...I never read the post here about Lincolns until after I decided to buy this one...We Ford guys have alot in common,we all like the same styles of cars. 
After reading some tech articles on the net,I've decided to replace both front airbags...eventually.After going through some troubleshooting,I figure the right front bag has a hole in it...the compressor works right...I haven't gotten as far as the air lines at o-ring connections and so on...The engine starts,the compressor airs up the front,(if low)then I drive and the right front drops rapidly...park it,start it up again,it airs it back up.
I learned it's better to replace the bags in pairs,not just one at a time... 
That will cost about $135.00 each w/new solenoids attached from www.svpu.com There is a coil spring conversion kit available,but like someone else said...if I wanted a coil spring car,I would've bought a T-Bird...the air ride on the Lincoln is the main attraction. 
I'm really happy to have finally acquired an LSC even though it may sit more than it's driven...but who knows...I'm a luxury car nut really...I might park the pickup and drive the Lincoln mostly.
I hope everyone has good luck finding a deal like I did... ------------------
Mustang Lover...
Blue Oval Bleeder...
I've got the scars to prove it...
Society's whipping post...
Low Dollar 1983 Mustang GT W/T-tops...
306 4bbl. T-5 3.45 trac-loc...it'll burn 'em off
1988 Lincoln LSC
5.0 auto full power [This message has been edited by itlbrnmoff (edited 12-23-2002).] [This message has been edited by itlbrnmoff (edited 12-23-2002).]
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 35449
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-23-2002 12:09 PM
That will make you an awesome cruiser. I bet the 5.0 HO scoots pretty well, too.------------------
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 20207
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-23-2002 02:27 PM
Check the axle code. It might even have a traction loc. ------------------
Alex Denysenko
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itlbrnmoff
Gearhead Posts: 1104
From: Indianapolis,IN.USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 12-23-2002 03:40 PM
The axle code is "E" on the doorjamb,but it's not a trac-loc,unless the clutches are burnt...I peeled a little gravel in the driveway to check that...
There's also an annoying air-tube leak on the right side of the engine...man I hate stuff like that... 
The car was serviced regularly and I found receipts in the glove box for new tires 09/01,new mufflers and pipes 06/02,(those stock pipes are way too small)new Diehard battery 08/02,wheel alignment and new alternator 09/02....over $800.00 worth of recent new stuff... 
But then sold the car?
I'm just glad it hasn't been molested by a fellow speed freak...  ------------------
Mustang Lover...
Blue Oval Bleeder...
I've got the scars to prove it...
Society's whipping post...
Low Dollar 1983 Mustang GT W/T-tops...
306 4bbl. T-5 3.45 trac-loc...it'll burn 'em off
1988 Lincoln LSC
5.0 auto full power
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 35449
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-23-2002 07:10 PM
quote:
Originally posted by itlbrnmoff:
I'm just glad it hasn't been molested by a fellow speed freak...
Until now... 
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 20207
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-24-2002 12:29 AM
Change the rear end fluid my friend. YOu have a posi!
E axle code = 3.27 traction lock.------------------
Alex Denysenko
Co-Administrator and Moderator NHRA/IHRA/SRA member and licensed Superstock driver
MCA member# 53321
NHRA and IHRA SS/LA National Record Holder '00, '01, & '02
Fleet of FoMoCo products including 88 ASC McLaren Mustang #28
Professional Manwhore
The Barry of BarrysGrrl Quote #1: "I never met a magazine mechanic I liked."
Quote #2: "Make sure brain is in gear before engaging mouth!"
Quote #3: "If you can't run with the big dogs, stay on the porch!"
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itlbrnmoff
Gearhead Posts: 1104
From: Indianapolis,IN.USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 12-24-2002 03:09 AM
Thanks.... ------------------
Mustang Lover...
Blue Oval Bleeder...
I've got the scars to prove it...
Society's whipping post...
Low Dollar 1983 Mustang GT W/T-tops...
306 4bbl. T-5 3.45 trac-loc...it'll burn 'em off
1988 Lincoln LSC
5.0 auto full power
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 35449
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-24-2002 04:07 PM
I added the pics of the LSC to Perry's page:http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/MembersPics/itlbrnmoff.html I'd love to find one like that! God I love those interiors! ------------------
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V8 Thumper
Gearhead Posts: 3817
From: Orange, Ca. United States of America
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 12-24-2002 08:08 PM
Perry, you ONLY paid $500? What a STEAL!
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1965 GT coupe, 333ci aluminum headed/solid cammed stroker, four speed, 3.70:1 9" All Blue Oval, no blue bottle
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itlbrnmoff
Gearhead Posts: 1104
From: Indianapolis,IN.USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 12-25-2002 03:16 AM
Affirmative...yeah, I'm still all goofy about it...dancin' around like an idiot...and I can't even dance!!
Somebody pinch me!!
When does this buzz wear off?
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Originally posted by V8 Thumper:
Perry, you ONLY paid $500? What a STEAL!
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Mustang Lover...
Blue Oval Bleeder...
I've got the scars to prove it...
Society's whipping post...
Low Dollar 1983 Mustang GT W/T-tops...
306 4bbl. T-5 3.45 trac-loc...it'll burn 'em off
1988 Lincoln LSC
5.0 auto full power
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Bluegras
Journeyman Posts: 54
From: Easton,Pa.
Registered: Nov 2001
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posted 01-06-2003 10:47 PM
Welcome to Mark 7 ownership. I have a 90 daily driver.
Have done the heavy front and rear anti roll bar changes and a lot of repair and upgrade over the last 4 years.
Current project is the Kenne Bell blower about ready to go on.
If I can be of help with any part of the car, give me an e-mail. I know the air suspension, brake system and a bit about the other operating systems the car has.
My advice is to be patient with youself while you learn how the systems work. These cars have a lot of complexity. Parts can be expensive if bought new so a used part source is wise. Front bags new with valves are about $100 ea depending on were you get them.
The rear traction lok can be rebuilt for about $50 and labor. I just installed one that I rebuilt and used a pick up truck S spring to get more tension on the clutch paks and has worked out perfect.
Later.
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 35449
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-01-2003 04:01 PM
Perry, how's the LSC? Are you using it as a driver?------------------
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itlbrnmoff
Gearhead Posts: 1104
From: Indianapolis,IN.USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 02-08-2003 11:43 AM
Hey Steve... Thanks for asking, but it's still sitting under a car cover... 
I didn't order any suspension parts for it yet. I guess I could turn off the switch in the trunk and drive low in the front and try not to scrape the tires while turning...but that annoying bumpsteer like on my Mustang is kinda dangerous when you hit a small bump and you don't know where the front end might go...
Right now I'm slowly in the process of raising the Mustang back up in the front so I don't have to buy all those Stang Banger extra parts needed in order to drive down the road clipping the heads off of small insects...
So much to do, and so little free time... quote:
Originally posted by SteveLaRiviere:
Perry, how's the LSC? Are you using it as a driver?
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Mustang Lover...
Blue Oval Bleeder...
I've got the scars to prove it...
Society's whipping post...
Low Dollar 1983 Mustang GT W/T-tops...
306 4bbl. T-5 3.45 trac-loc...it'll burn 'em off
1988 Lincoln LSC
5.0 auto full power
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