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#2665 of 3244 Re: handling and handling package [theronrohr] by turbo301 Aug 23, 2005 (9:03 am)
Replying to: theronrohr (Aug 22, 2005 4:54 pm) My 2004 CV LX (no handling package) actually surprised the heck out of me with its steering feel at highway speed; the speed-sensitive power steering really tightens up the on-center feel at higher speeds. It is purposely light at city speeds (maybe to allow old folks to parallel park the things?), but there is a difference between lightness and vagueness - my '85 is vague, even with the handling package . My advice would be to test drive a Sport/LSE model, or a CV/GM with the handling package, and see if that compensates for the problem. If there are no models so-equipped at your local dealerships, try a non-handling package vehicle just as a comparison to the rental; who knows, something could be out of whack with the rental .
#2666 of 3244 manifold and blowout by bruneau1 Aug 23, 2005 (9:18 am)
I just received some legal info about the cracked manifold warranty and am continuing to research the spark plug blowout problem. I feel as though i am driving a disaster ready to happen. 2001 Marquis Replies to this message: turbo301 (Aug 23, 2005 11:25 am) sadie8 (Dec 01, 2005 2:40 pm)
#2667 of 3244 Re: manifold and blowout [bruneau1] by turbo301 Aug 23, 2005 (11:25 am)
Replying to: bruneau1 (Aug 23, 2005 9:18 am) Now, just imagine if you were driving a Focus how shaken your nerves might be   I still maintain that CVs/GMs are some of the best cars on the road, and certainly some of the best-built domestics.
#2668 of 3244 Crown vic suspension by matchbox Aug 23, 2005 (1:58 pm)
Got a 01 base crown vic and a 04 LX sport. The base crown vic has 80k on it. Never once in shop or out of service. I actually prefer the ride on this car with the base suspension over the 04 air suspension. 04 is very, very stiff. Big difference in motors to me. The dual exaust and different gearing really make the LX sport feel alot faster mid-range and sound bad ass. Mileage for base is 25-27 mpg, while the LX sport is 20-22mpg. I have had more compliments on both of these cars than on my 89 mustang GT. At lunch when I drive, people always inquire about how much it cost and how they can't believe what you get for your money. Don't let the 32k price on sport intimidate you, I got mine brand new for 23.5k. Over all, tons for the money, rides like a living room, good miliage, dependable, style, and everyone on the freeway moves out of your way. PS. I live in Minnesota, spring for the traction control. I notice a big difference in the snow.
#2669 of 3244 Re: spark plug blowout [bruneau1] by way2old Aug 23, 2005 (4:10 pm)
Replying to: bruneau1 (Aug 21, 2005 8:51 am) We have had 3 plugs blow out of the 4.6L engine. The cause has always been when the plugs were removed and replaced while the engine was warm and stretched the threads in the head. there is a repair kit that works really well. It contains a drill bit, helicoil and installation tool. Just take your time and make sure everything is lined up straight. A little grease on the drill bit and tap tool will keep shavings from falling into the cylinder. Replies to this message: mauro1 (Aug 24, 2005 4:44 pm) lsavage317 (Aug 02, 2006 6:14 pm) lsavage317 (Aug 02, 2006 5:42 pm)
#2670 of 3244 got a unusuall noise... by boss2005 Aug 24, 2005 (10:48 am)
Hi folks, I took a long time to read all the messages posted on this site and I realize how complex and high quality cars are the MGM. Well I have a not pleasant noise under my car which is a 1992 MGM GS it was in a good shape when I brought it and it still does but when riding a while a noise comes from under the car it looks like if a shock is loose or if any metal part rattles on the chassis or any other body part, I took it to a two different suspension shops and they did not find anything wrong whit the suspension or steering, I also checked the exhaust assembly from head to tail and everything seems ok. Anybody had this problem, please let me know if you know the problem source. and let me tell you, I'm glad to be an owner of a Grand Marquis.
#2671 of 3244 Re: spark plug blowout [way2old] by mauro1 Aug 24, 2005 (4:44 pm)
Replying to: way2old (Aug 23, 2005 4:10 pm) Thanks a million buddy, I went and got the kit today and after 31/2 hours of work I installed the plug. I was afraid to turn on the ignition switch but the engine started right away. To clean the shavings I used my wife's vacum machine. I also glued the helicoil to the head so that I can change the plug in the future. I will avoid for sure removing the plugs with a warm engine. Thank you again. Replies to this message: lsavage317 (Aug 02, 2006 6:14 pm)
#2672 of 3244 Re: starting problem [mr5x5] by joe3716 Aug 25, 2005 (10:21 am)
Replying to: mr5x5 (Aug 19, 2005 12:15 pm) Haven't had any starting problems since the car got back from the dealership as I drive the car everyday. Maybe I should sit the car in the garage and leave it for four or five days then see if it will start. have the feeling that the problem is in the fuel or some vacuum systems or in the modular control? Thanks for your tip about the floor mat which I shall try even tho my floor mat never gone up under the dash. No one else drive my GM-LS since new. speaking of fuel consumption and mpg. i get 22/23 freeway to Vegas and 16 or 17 in stop and go city traffic. my GM-LS is a V-8, handling package with the 2.75 final drive. am happy with the mpg. Replies to this message: turbo301 (Aug 26, 2005 12:23 pm)
#2673 of 3244 MPG by jsylvester Aug 25, 2005 (6:30 pm)
I think the handling package has the 3.27 gear ratio - the non Handling Package has the 2.73. My sense is the handling package knocks about 2 mpg off of the fuel economy. Replies to this message: joe3716 (Aug 30, 2005 9:29 am) turbo301 (Aug 31, 2005 2:26 pm)
#2674 of 3244 Re: starting problem [joe3716] by turbo301 Aug 26, 2005 (12:23 pm)
Replying to: joe3716 (Aug 25, 2005 10:21 am) A handling package-equipped car with a 2.75 rear end? What vintage is your GM? I thought that low 3s were about as tame as the handling package ever got...

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