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#1929 of 3244 HPP Availability by dbc123 Jun 21, 2003 (9:26 am)
The Handling and Performance Package (HPP) is avilable on the GM LS and CV LX only. It does not include wider tires. The rear suspension is air springs not "pneumatic shocks". It also includes a lower rear axle ratio that improves acceleration slightly while reducing fuel economy. Larger sway bars and stiffer springs result in a very firm ride. Consumer Reports found the ride to be "stiff and jiggly" with this package. Try before you buy. The package is not for everyone but a good value if the sacrifices are worth the slight improvments in handling and performance.
#1930 of 3244 HPP availability by p100 Jun 24, 2003 (7:57 pm)
Thanks for the info. I actually had a chance to buy a brand new CV with a police package for about $ 22K. A Ford dealer in Dothan Alabama had a new 2002 for sale to the public some months ago - supposedly the local police department ordered one too many. It would be fun having this car, as it came with the remote spotlight, police package wheels and tires, but no roofbar or inside lights. The rear seats on the police package cars are vinyl though, and I believe they use rubber mats instead of carpet. One reason why I decided against the purchase was the resale value - it would be hard to convince a potential buyer that I am the original private owner of the car. Also, dealer trade-in value would be terrible, as in general used police cars are sold pretty cheap due to abuse they take. I wonder if the police car engines have any other modifications to increase the horsepower, such as different engine computer chip. A Ford dealer told me that police cars have special radiator hoses that cost about $ 150 a piece to replace.
#1931 of 3244 cloth rear seats by iusecad Jun 25, 2003 (9:34 am)
and carpeting is optional on the Interceptor, but I don't think very many are ordered with them. (My car has a cloth seat, but rubber floor.) The silicone hoses are optional also.   And I don't think it would be that hard to convince a future buyer that you're the original owner: the title would list the miles the car had when you bought it.
#1932 of 3244 cracked intake manifold by vidtech Jun 26, 2003 (2:28 pm)
the intake manifold of my 97 grand marquis (4.6)cracked last week.why would ford recall the intakes on crown victorias and thunderbirds but have no recall on the grand marquis?i thought the crown vics and grand marquis were basically the same.
#1933 of 3244 by kirstie_h HOST Jun 26, 2003 (3:45 pm)
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#1934 of 3244 No more overdrive by snizave Jun 29, 2003 (10:14 pm)
The transmission is starting to fail on my 92 CV. Overdrive is now gone, but the other gears seem to be functioning properly. I really need this car to last me at least a little while longer, and was wondering if any of you knew the gear ratios for figuring the RPMs I'd be running when on an interstate in 3rd gear. I know the manual says it's safe to shift to 3rd(regular drive) at any speed, but I'm wondering if going for an extended period at around 70 mph in 3rd will be too stressful on the vehicle. I use my car for work, I'm a part time pizza delivery driver and a full time student, and I don't know what I'll do if it dies on me. Although this problem is frustrating, this car has been wonderful. Purchased at around 120,000 miles for $2000, it now has 171,000 miles. Not a bad return on my investment. Thanks a lot,   Mike
#1935 of 3244 snizave: If it has been a long time since the tranny oil by kinley Jun 30, 2003 (8:45 am)
was changed or you don't know when it was last changed, try getting your O/D back by just changing the oil and filter in the transmission and remember to drain the torque converter also.   Trust the work to a transmission shop for sometimes the "experts" at jify lube install the wrong filter. Good Luck.
#1936 of 3244 thanks by snizave Jun 30, 2003 (12:12 pm)
Kinley, thanks for the suggestions. The transmission shop I took it to said that it probably wouldn't be worth it for me to change the fluid. I know the fluid isn't in good shape, it has that burnt smell to it, but I just added some Lucas transmission fluid additive. I might take it to another place here at home, see what they think about replacing the fluid.   Mike
#1937 of 3244 Transmission Ratios by dbc123 Jun 30, 2003 (3:38 pm)
Mike Your 92 has the AOD trans with a 1.0 to 1 3rd gear ratio. Your axle ratio would be 3.08 unless you have the performance or trailer tow options. This would yield about 25.2 mph per 1000 rpm in third or about 2700 rpm at 70 mph. This is a very safe speed for the 4.6 and you should not overstress it at all. Bear in mind that the fuel consumption will be a lot higher. Kinley's comments about changing the fluid are correct. Occasionally (but not always) I've seen this correct trans problems, especially if the fluid is burnt.
#1938 of 3244 Clicking noise from front wheel by phrogdrivr Jun 30, 2003 (6:10 pm)
I've got a 2000 GM that has a loud clicking noise coming from, I think, the left front wheel. The clicking speeds up along with the speed of the wheel rotation. I've taken the wheel off a few times and haven't found anything loose and can't get any noise out of it rotating it by hand. Any suggestions on what I should look for? Thanks.

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