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#2699 of 3244 Re: but [johnclineii] by turbo301 Sep 15, 2005 (4:39 pm)
Replying to: johnclineii (Sep 13, 2005 5:16 pm) I'm assuming that Ford initially built the downsized Town Car elsewhere in an attempt to convey some sort of exclusivity or quality; you know, keep it away from the plebian GM/CV and it's somehow a better-built car. Such a situation reminds me of the way Chrysler put all sorts of extra effort into the bustleback Imperial in order to keep quality high (a noble goal which failed miserably, of course). Anyway, whether or not that's true, I would be surprised if Ford changed the Town Car much before the CV/GM get a major redo. Just like police fleets, taxi/limo fleets know what they like, and the current TC is a honey for this purpose (soooo comfy!). Perhaps once the CV/GM get an extensive makeover, Ford will take the opportunity to bring the TC into the St. Thomas fold. It might be too expensive to move the established product at this point in its life.
#2700 of 3244 A CD player question for my by marsha7 Sep 16, 2005 (6:19 pm)
2004 CV LX Sport...I have the combo CD/Cassette/ with 6 CD unit in trunk...after one year of ownership, I finally put 6 CD in trunk and damn, it works...with one glaring exception...I can advance from Song 2 to Song 3 with the push of the seek button...but I cannot find any button to press to advance from CD 2 to CD 3...I have to wait for it to play all the songs on CD 2 and it will advance automatically...how do I advance the CD manually???...the owner's manual is silent on this...thanks... Replies to this message: turbo301 (Sep 16, 2005 7:34 pm)
#2701 of 3244 Re: 6-pack trunk CD - pain in the rear, literally! by turbo301 Sep 16, 2005 (7:34 pm)
Replying to: marsha7 (Sep 16, 2005 6:19 pm) Indeed, I'm wondering the same thing! I specifically wanted the 6-pack changer in the trunk of my car, for those long workday commutes, but I've found it easier to just carry a bunch of CDs in the car and pop them into the dash player one-by-one, all because it is so impossible to advance from one disc to the next in the trunk.   There might be some special electronic code pattern to enter, just like to get the doors to not automatically lock when the car's put in gear. Perhaps pushing and holding all of the remote buttons, while simultaneously depressing all pedals and opening all of the windows, and offering a first born child, is the key to liberating the CD player's capabilities   In my best friend's 2002 GM, all he could get was a cassette in-dash and the 6-pack in the trunk - no dual-deck, in-dash unit. Just be thankful you don't have that setup!
#2702 of 3244 Mercury Grand Marquis 1992 2005 2007?? by lostp71 Sep 16, 2005 (9:55 pm)
Hello, I have been a loyal mercury / crown victoria (vic P 7 1) for a while owned a 93, then a 97. ITS TRUE intake manifold HAS to be changed, ours had to be replaced Power window broke replaced then other window broke PLASTIC materials no good im thinking of getting 05 any one HAVE any comments? suggestions? advice? what PRICE is reasonable d???   THANKS a mil Replies to this message: ragdollgirl (Oct 12, 2005 7:13 am) euphonium (Oct 12, 2005 10:04 am)
#2703 of 3244 turbo301 by marsha7 Sep 17, 2005 (5:20 pm)
I can do as you ask, but I do not have children, so how do I substitute for my first born child???...can I donate my eldest dog???... Replies to this message: turbo301 (Sep 18, 2005 6:53 am)
#2704 of 3244 Cd Player by jsylvester Sep 17, 2005 (6:09 pm)
The interior entertainment system was not dual media because prior to 2003 model year, the climate control ductwork limited the space. That was redesigned as part of the 03 makeover.   On a price for an 05 GM, local dealer is offering $800 UNDER employee plan pricing, so I'd shoot for that as my first offer.
#2705 of 3244 Just use "tune"... by turbo301 Sep 18, 2005 (6:53 am)
Replying to: marsha7 (Sep 17, 2005 5:20 pm) I decided to get to the bottom of this CD player issue using every fibre of my engineering sense: I just sat in the cockpit and pushed every button on the radio until something happened LOL! As it turns out, Ford will not be requiring a sacrifice: hitting the forward "tune" direction button advances you to the next disc.
#2706 of 3244 A couple of questions by charthepirate Sep 20, 2005 (9:32 am)
Hey all, I have a couple of issues with my Mercury GM, 94 V8 4.8 Liter. At about 75k miles I started to get the engine knocks, I took it into the shop, and they told me it was the EGR valves. They cleaned the EGR valves and replaced a couple of things and returned the car. 2 Days later the knocks came back. Does anyone know any possible issues here that may be re causing the knocking, or did the shop just do a poor job with the repairs?   My second question, I was recently rear ended, and was deemed not at fault. The car already has some other damages from a drunk driver who struck the car while parked. Now I'm debating whether it's worth it to replace the bumper. Her insurance cut me a check for the bumper, so it's my choice. The bumper damage is paint damage and one large crack on the right side that makes it somewhat flimsy. Any advice? Thanks everyone.   Char Replies to this message: euphonium (Sep 20, 2005 2:09 pm) charthepirate (Sep 21, 2005 3:24 pm) mrlauderdale (Aug 30, 2007 5:56 am) ronslakie1 (Aug 31, 2007 4:13 am) mrlauderdale (Aug 31, 2007 4:26 am) and 1 more...
#2707 of 3244 94 merc by matchbox Sep 20, 2005 (1:56 pm)
Only thing I can tell you about the EGR valve is that I had a mustang that the valve knocked on no matter how many I put in. Wouldn't worry if your sure it's not piston knock or lifters. Take the doe. Book value on a 94 merc with previous damage will be in the "beater" catagory. Only offer on my 01 crown after 2 weeks in the paper was $4600.00. So I kept it.
#2708 of 3244 Re: A couple of questions [charthepirate] by euphonium Sep 20, 2005 (2:09 pm)
Replying to: charthepirate (Sep 20, 2005 9:32 am) As it is difficult to sell a flimsy bumpered car, you will have to repair it before it is in saleable condition so you might just as well get the use of a decent looking bumper now and enjoy a better looking car.   As for the engine knocks, it may be that the mass air sensor needs replacing, however, if you are not losing acceleration power try a tankful of Premium gas.   If it still knocks on Premium, it isn't the quality of fuel, but something else. Replies to this message: charthepirate (Sep 21, 2005 3:24 pm)

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