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    I don't think I'm the only one here. It's fun to make changes to these old-a$$ cars to update them with more modern comfort features. Personally, I think I get more satisfaction out of doing these than I do making performance modifications (so many unknowns and complications there). I thought it would be cool to have a thread of what everyone else is doing in this area too! We don't seem to talk about this stuff as often and it's cool! For a platform that was around as long as the Fox, used on so many different types of models, some of this stuff bolts right in, while others require a bit more work.

    My car as built had manual windows and locks, black vinyl low-back bucket seats (an unusual feature for F/Zs, I know, but still not good enough for me, ), cold A/C, and not much else. Here's what I've done with it.

    '85-89 Sport buckets recovered in black vinyl to match the interior
    Power windows w/original power regulators
    Center console
    Modern stereo system w/thumps
    Cupholders, front and rear!
    remote power locks-ebay kit
    Period Illuminated Entry system
    Footwell courtesy lights
    Lighted mirror sunvisors
    Maplights
    Dash clock
    A/C added back, despite performance mods
    Rear shoulder belts from '90-93 notchback
    3rd brakelight from same
    LED lighting

    Front cupholders, note relocated power point and window controls


    Rear cupholder from an F150


    Dash clock was kind of a PITA, but I like it!


    Shoulder belts and 3rd brakelight


    Footwell lights


    Lighted lock cylinders from Illuminated Entry system


    Lighted mirror sunvisors


    Let's see what you've got!
    Brad

    '79 Mercury Zephyr ES 5.0L GT40 EFI, T-5
    '17 Ford Focus ST
    '14 Ford Fusion SE Manual

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    FEP Senior Member fascat's Avatar
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    Great looking mods. You did a great job on all of them. They look like they came that way. I really like the looks of the steering wheel with the Mercury emblem.

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    I installed a 88 dash into my 86 capri Attachment 130282
    2017 Ford Explorer Sport (DD) 1986 Capri 5.0 Silver/Red
    1969 Falcon XW GTHO coupe (SOLD) went to Australia
    Past 4 eyes-
    4th. 1981 Capri "White" Black Magic I6
    3rd. 1984 Capri RS V8 Black/grey
    2nd. 1984 Capri RS V8 White/red
    1st. 1984 SVO Grey/grey (traded it for a worn out 1970 BOSS 302)
    Both '84 Capri's vin# were 10 away from each other
    U.S. NAVY 1980-2009

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    Quote Originally Posted by fascat View Post
    Great looking mods. You did a great job on all of them. They look like they came that way. I really like the looks of the steering wheel with the Mercury emblem.
    Thanks! Yeah, I decided it would be a "Flying M" era Mercury.





    Although, I do have a "Mercury Man" on the dash covering the Mustang emblem holes. And I wouldn't mind adding a few more if I can find some tasteful places.

    Navycat, I really like your dash for some reason. The Focus RS emblem is a great touch! The car is coming together great!
    Brad

    '79 Mercury Zephyr ES 5.0L GT40 EFI, T-5
    '17 Ford Focus ST
    '14 Ford Fusion SE Manual

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    FEP Super Member NAVYCAT's Avatar
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    thanks brad, I have the 2 styles of RS badges sitting on the dash for weeks, then I asked my wife which one and she said the older style (my pick too)
    2017 Ford Explorer Sport (DD) 1986 Capri 5.0 Silver/Red
    1969 Falcon XW GTHO coupe (SOLD) went to Australia
    Past 4 eyes-
    4th. 1981 Capri "White" Black Magic I6
    3rd. 1984 Capri RS V8 Black/grey
    2nd. 1984 Capri RS V8 White/red
    1st. 1984 SVO Grey/grey (traded it for a worn out 1970 BOSS 302)
    Both '84 Capri's vin# were 10 away from each other
    U.S. NAVY 1980-2009

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    C'mon guys, you're holdin' out on me!
    Brad

    '79 Mercury Zephyr ES 5.0L GT40 EFI, T-5
    '17 Ford Focus ST
    '14 Ford Fusion SE Manual

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