These motors have a bad problem with the plastic intakes cracking on the thermostat housing. They can cause running problems, check engine lights for a po171 which is a lean code, and will cause tie car to over heat. When doing this repair be careful not to drop anything down into the intake. The parts house or local Ford dealer should have the updated manifold.
With the heat rising its always a good idea to get tie A/C checked. Just because its blowing cool doesn't mean its cold. If you transport kids, or toting you precious pets, we want you and them to be safe from the elements. A lot of places will check you A/C for a small fee. Its worth it to stay cool and keep everybody safe.
When installment of spark plugs is required:
Always make sure you have the right plugs. Go can give any parts house your vehicle identification number or vin. They can use this to give you the correct parts you need.
Also rember to properly gap the plugs buy using a feeler gauge. You can find the correct gap by looking under the hood or the owners manual.
NEVER over tighten the plugs or you can damage the cylinder heads.
Remove any debris that could fall down in the spark plug holes.
Before starting the motor check your work.
When restoring a classic, what direction do you go. I like the numbers matching restored paint oldie but goodie to rumble down the strip. Yes a head turner. Some chose to rip the guts out and drop the heaviest hitting road ripper they can. Does this devalue the car or help out the sticker price? If a tree falls in the woods does anyone hear it. I say I depends who you ask and what demographic your in. I won't get into details on that, but ask your self is it the looks? Or is it the "Ball Buster" your looking for. When restoring a classic or modern day ride remember its a investment in you and your car. Chose wisely you will!
This rear engine car was made with a purpose. NOT TO RUST! The DeLorean is made of 100% stainless steel. The DeLorean was known for it roll in the Back to the Future, but also as a engineering masterpiece. Everything from the gull wing style doors to the half window; rear engine design.
With the heat rising alot of us are inclined to leave are windows down alittle. This is ok, however, if your going some place were there's alot of people or in a place your not used to follow these steps.
1. Pop your hood
2. Locate the fuse panel under the hood
3. Find the fuse ign.(ignition realy or fuse). Either the owners book or the underside of the fuse panel will give a exact loction.
4. Take the fuse out and put it in your pocket.
5. Enjoy what ever you may be doing and not worry about your car being stolen!
I lot of older cars, like this GTO, have drum brakes in the front and rear of the car. If installed and adjusted correct this type of braking system can work very good! On the other hand alot of these cars didnt not have the luxury of having Anti Lock Brakes or ABS. In this case the harder you push the pedal the faster you stop. Of course that holds true for every car.
