If your Mustang is an occasional driver, we suggest a complete fluid change every 1-2 years-power steering, transmission, rear axle, and brakes. Clean fluid is the best life insurance you can give your Mustang.
The experts suggest an engine oil and filter change every 6,000 miles. We suggest clean oil and a fresh filter every 3,000 miles. If you're running a synthetic oil such as Mobil 1, Royal Purple, or Castrol Syntex, change the oil and filter every 6,000 miles. Occasional drivers should see an oil and filter change every spring before firing the engine.
Resto
Dimmer View
While we like the idea of Halogen headlights, we have to say that you might be better off with regular incandescent lights if you aren't planning to install a new light switch. The reason? Simply put, the switch that is now thirtysomething years old was not designed for the higher draw of the Halogen bulbs. A new switch will not necessarily make the situation better, but it will be new.
Your Turn
Have you got a tech tip that is too killer to keep to yourself? If so, send it in and we will inspect it with our withering gaze. If it meets our approval, we'll proudly print it in Pony Tales. Send Your Tip to Tech Tip c/o Mustang Monthly, 3816 Industry Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33811.
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New And Clean
When you are reassembling your restoration, we suggest distilled water-your choice of coolant-a product called Water Wetter. Follow the instructions on the bottle of Water Wetter for best results.Why distilled water? Because it is free of all the microbes and whatnot that tap water has. Therefore, it will be less harsh on your cooling system. The Water Wetter will help reduce cooling temperatures and keep you from losing your cool. |  Tuning Noise Reduction Let's...  Tuning
Noise Reduction
Let's face it, loud, obnoxious automobiles just aren't cool anymore. So what to do? Strive for a soft, throaty exhaust burble whenever you're shopping for exhaust systems. We suggest the installation of a mellow dual exhaust system for your classic Mustang. If you're thinking of a two-chamber Flowmaster muffler, opt for the quieter three-chamber resonator and behold the difference. You will appreciate the quiet, and so will those who share the road with you. | |