MAGNA 302X is here!

[Mr. Land Yacht]

that does sound interesting...keep me posted mang.

[gadget73]

You might like the wire looms I'm using on my car. They make these in different colors and styles



The front most clamp doesnt work on the side with the AC compressor, and I had to bend the tabs a bit so the loom rack stays closer to the valve cover to clear the compressor but it works out OK. I got them from Summit. Mostly I like them because it keeps the wires from being able to move and lay on the headers. My FMS wires had some scorch marks from that. Didn't want my brandy new Taylors to burn.

[Nathan in MI]

Hey, I like those wire looms! Might have to get me a set of them...and the A/C compressor won't be an issue on mine. :evil:

[Mr. Land Yacht]

so these are the wire looms right?

http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?autofilter=1&part=RNM%2D1105P&N=700+4294862572+4294908331+4294810241+4294925005+115&autoview=sku

[HerMajestysMechanic]

I gotta ask, how much of a pain in the ass was doing that guage cluster. I Dont like the stock cluster on my 87 at all. And I was wondering what all I could do with it. I thought about relocating the stereo, molding custom clamshells in the dash, and you're set-up is flat out clean. I mean very very solid.

Would you be offended if I patterned my own new cluster on yours? You have that thing looking almost stock. Very nice!


The Admiral

[Mr. Land Yacht]

no, I wouldnt be offended at all..actually would be flattered that you like the design that well.
my uncle is the one that did it and it just barely fits...but if you want to do the same amount of gauges, dont go any bigger than 3 3/8" for the tach and speedo.

[gadget73]

so these are the wire looms right?
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

Yes. They have a few different finishes and clamp color combos, so you can pick whatever would look best for you. The black might be a good choice on your motor with those valve covers.

http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?autofilter=1&part=RNM%2D1105%2D90%2DK&N=700+400213+301258+4294908331+4294862551+4294862162+115&autoview=sku

I'd go with the vertical otherwise it will probably never clear the AC compressor.

[Mr. Land Yacht]

well, I already ordered the ones I posted there...
along with a Chrome Oil Dipstick...the stock one look sbad since years back I tried to paint it green. :nonono:
those items should be here tuesday...actually I'll get them wednesday, I had them sent to my friend's house....since UPS wont leave it at my place since its a apt complex.

[Lincolnmania]

the dipstick and tube you ordered for a block mount or a timing cover mount? timing cover mount no werkie mang........tom made the same mistake......my shelves are loaded with other peoples misordered parts hehe

[Mr. Land Yacht]

I got it for block mount..since the stock one is like that.

[turbo2256b]

Chrome one is a piece of crap compared to a stock one.

[Mr. Land Yacht]

anything is better than what I have on there now...take a look..apparently I have the Green Hornet dipstick.

[Mr. Land Yacht]

well, using the above pic as a BEFORE pic, here's my nice clean engine bay....I detailed it further with some simple green this afternoon.






there's still a few spots you guys can prolly see that need some cleaning, but I'll get to those tomorra.
oh, and yea, those headers will be coming off sooner or later, when I get some time and ambition to bolt up the nice Ceramic Coated shorties.

[Nathan in MI]

Looks a lot better, mang!

[1987cp]

Looks a lot better, mang!

X2

Reminds me, I should consider getting some little detailing cloths or something to see if I can keep my junk a little cleaner. It's starting to look a little gross under there - not horribly bad, but depressing considering I'd started out trying to make it look nice.

Any plans for getting some semi-flat Rust Tough and blacking out the hood and firewall?