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Old Feb 12, 2015 | 06:14 AM
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Hello all,
Names Brandon ( or just B) I've owned a 1989 mustang GT hatch for about 4+ years now and I've finally began putting a list together for a straight restoration. Here's where I need all of your help!

I'm a ford guy through and through, BUT..... I'm only knowledged with my truck.

I was wondering if you all can through my way some great resto ideas and upgrades cheap to help me get her ready to roll and help a brotha out attract the ladies haha jk

My stang is in decent condition and I will most likely have pictures up around 5:30ish
she's an automatic btw so feel free to bash that one haha I do wanna keep her that way to help keep the car original
Old Feb 12, 2015 | 08:40 AM
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Originally Posted by lafortebrandon
Hello all,
Names Brandon ( or just B) I've owned a 1989 mustang GT hatch for about 4+ years now and I've finally began putting a list together for a straight restoration. Here's where I need all of your help!

I'm a ford guy through and through, BUT..... I'm only knowledged with my truck.

I was wondering if you all can through my way some great resto ideas and upgrades cheap to help me get her ready to roll and help a brotha out attract the ladies haha jk

My stang is in decent condition and I will most likely have pictures up around 5:30ish
she's an automatic btw so feel free to bash that one haha I do wanna keep her that way to help keep the car original
So, first we would like pictures! They speak a thousand words Second, what all are you needing help/ wanting to restore?
Old Feb 12, 2015 | 09:08 AM
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here are some photos right now i have 62 in total but they are located on my personal computer and not my office one

im looking to restore her to look nice and new. Ultimately i want to tune up the motor but i figured i would purchase a boss block big bore motor just block and over time build that up.
Old Feb 12, 2015 | 09:11 AM
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Well... it looks like a big project for sure. I would start with cleaning the crap out of the engine bay and look into a rear bumper.
Old Feb 12, 2015 | 09:27 AM
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yesterday i removed and cut out the bumper and replaced it with a 87 but the body kit was cracked and damaged there so i replaced it with a new one i have those pictures all included that i will post later.

in regards to the motor area im hoping to get my buddys motor crane and remove it so i can get in there with a scaler and to also weld patch the inner fender wall hole right above the strut tower.
Old Feb 12, 2015 | 09:35 AM
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Sweet man! Sounds like you already have some good plans, keep me updated with pics and what you have going on
Old Feb 13, 2015 | 09:20 AM
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Welcome to the forum, you sound motivated, which is great cause your going to need it. You should start a build thread in the Fox section, that way we can follow along and help when needed. Good luck
Old Feb 14, 2015 | 08:26 PM
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Welcome! Keep us posted!
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