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What Have You Done To Your Bull Lately?

#1 Devin

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Posted 13 June 2010 - 01:35 PM

Since I like to see all the mods that people do to their Taurus's, I figured I'd start a thread so everybody can show off what they did today! I'll start.

I added in a '91 SHO dashboard to replace the nasty woodgrain one I had before.

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#2 don2775

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Posted 14 June 2010 - 08:28 AM

I have done quite a few mods since joining the "old" TCCA, asI learned from other members what mods I could do and what would fit on my Taurus. I'll post a couple of mod pics...I'll post the rest when the Garage gets up and running.

What I have posted is an auto dim mirror (Donnelly)..A Duratec dash, as I like the colors better than the Vulcan dash and this speedo goes up to 120..as I think most speedometers do..and I have added the full JBL audio system (Sub, the JBL package tray with the sub holes,RCU,front speakers incl. tweeters and door speakers and the rear JBL audio speakers).

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#3 Brian_05_SEL

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Posted 14 June 2010 - 03:19 PM

I paid half a grand to have my local FLM dealer repair a problem with the Supplemental Restraint System, which the extended warranty group wouldn't cover. Yet, Ford's own manufacturer warranty would cover it in a heartbeat if my car was still within the 3 year/36k mile term. Some extended service plan that is, I think I'm just gonna cancel it and get the prorated refund for what's left. <_<

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#4 Devin

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Posted 14 June 2010 - 04:41 PM

Brian_05_SEL, on 14 June 2010 - 03:19 PM, said:

I agree. That's a ripoff.

We got an extended warranty on our '02 Dodge Durango, and it covered everything the factory warranty did.

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#5 Vash

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Posted 17 June 2010 - 12:52 AM

well the most recent things with my sable are the 04 engine swap and the big old missing chunk of paint on the front bumper lol

~ 2000 Sable LS Premium - Dorothy - Chestnut Brown/Medium Parchment Leather + Dark Charcoal - Eibachs, Magnaflow Exhaust, HIDs ~ 1989 Taurus SHO - Black/Gray - Stripper Model ~ 1997 Contour SE - Black/Gray - V6 MTX ~ 1998 Contour SE Sport - Dark Satin Green/Gray - V6 MTX ~ 1997 Taurus SHO - Atora - Pacific Green /Medium Graphite Cloth Pending Sale ~ 1983 Ranger - Regular Cab Long Box - I4 - 302 5 Speed Swap Project

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#6 00tec-saTX

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Posted 17 June 2010 - 08:03 AM

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#7 Brian_05_SEL

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Posted 18 June 2010 - 12:25 AM

Today, I put on new license plates with decorative plate frames. Illinois had a large batch of plates made about five years ago with bad clearcoating that would peel off and allow corrosion on the plate itself; I finally got around to stopping in at the DMV and requesting a free replacement pair. The new plate frames are chromed, and there's a special extra goody that I picked up for cruise-ins and out-of-state travel. Pics to come...

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#8 Spridget

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Posted 20 June 2010 - 10:00 PM

Last week I blew the dust off the '99 (has been sitting since it was involved in a hit-n-run last year). I replaced the driver's mirror months ago, R&R'd the trans and engine oils a couple weeks ago, bought a new battery. I finally got it all legal again and gave it to Mom to drive until I find her a new car.

Suck, squeeze, bang, blow. Repeat.

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#9 dsauce

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Posted 21 June 2010 - 09:32 PM

I have owned this car for roughly 4 months, and there is a list of mods that I need to catch everyone up on. But since we are referring to the present tense, here is the steering wheel I installed over the wknd. (although it took all of 15 mins to do) Many thanks goes out to Kevin for an awesome write up. Posted Image

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#10 Bull Geek

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Posted 21 June 2010 - 09:34 PM

dsauce, on 21 June 2010 - 09:32 PM, said:

That looks SWEET man. Well done sir! One day you'll find the ICP surround to match the wheel and it'll be complete. Seriously, well done. Dark charcoal/Ebony/Black interiors > *

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#11 DLC360

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Posted 21 June 2010 - 10:23 PM

You guys make it to esy for me, I always love showing off the wagon. Here is a qiuck shot of the black outs I put on the wagon tonight, total cost, $5.00 for the vinyl and $10.00 for the beer while doing it.

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August 20, 2011 Woodward Dream Cruise / TSOC Best Wagon of 2010 Award
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Sept. 25th 2011 Southern Ohio All Ford Show, Waverly Ohio. 1st in Class. (1981-2007 Open Ford)
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#12 qwertz9586

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Posted 21 June 2010 - 11:41 PM

Looks good! It looks like a football player.

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assassinated ruler, a character from Greco-Roman myth and a small furry mammal.

#13 tRus03

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Posted 22 June 2010 - 09:15 PM

I just washed and waxed it this past weekend. Still need to vacuum the inside. On a side note, I got the car inspected about a month ago (per PA state requirements), and the only thing it needed was an oil change. It was nice not having to give all of my money away!

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#14 Devin

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Posted 22 June 2010 - 09:18 PM

I feel so lucky not needing inspections here in Michigan. ^_^

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#15 Taurus3254JA

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Posted 22 June 2010 - 10:24 PM

I recently installed an SHO front bumper on my 98 Taurus SE and have all the parts needed for a dual exhaust setup, stainless mufflers, 6" oval stainless tips, y-pipe, including the rear SHO bumper, just have to get it all installed! Hopfully within the next couple of weeks!

#16 TaurusKev

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Posted 28 June 2010 - 11:35 PM

I finally installed Cloth Gen3 SHO Seats into my car. Converted all the electronics, over for the Power Lumbar switch, and to make all the personal safety system stuff work, plus to simulate the airbag system. Pictures soon to come

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#17 Vash

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Posted 29 June 2010 - 12:02 AM

I put my pass side fender liner back in today finally still have to fix my horn so i can put the other side back on.also cleaned out my trunktoday its the eptiest it has been in a very very long time!

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Posted 29 June 2010 - 12:05 AM

Devin, on 13 June 2010 - 01:35 PM, said:

You need to let me fix your wiring for you. I'm tired of looking at your RCA's hanging low :ph34r:

LOL, just messing with you!

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#19 Devin

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Posted 29 June 2010 - 12:07 AM

Robert, on 29 June 2010 - 12:05 AM, said:

You need to let me fix your wiring for you. I'm tired of looking at your RCA's hanging low :ph34r:

LOL, just messing with you!

I just gotta tuck it back in.

My splitters I bought from radio shack are bad, and speakers cut out as I drive, so I need to redo some wires.

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#20 95 Taurus Vulcan

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Posted 29 June 2010 - 12:36 AM

TaurusKev, on 28 June 2010 - 11:35 PM, said:

They're nice, aren't they? The only thing I don't like about the set I picked up is that the passenger side isn't powered.

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