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Five year old teardown video: ---- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWj-EwUrJHM

You can install an OEM clutch-type differential, as has been mentioned. They work well and seem to be long lasting. Otherwise, you can make a much more permanent repair. by installing an Eaton Detroit Trutrac or an Eaton Detroit Locker. They do not wear out (no friction plate clutches). The...

I just found this posting, and I am surprised that no one corrected the idea that our Marauders came with "struts", because they certainly did not! Yes, "strut" replacements are available. Technically, struts are MacPherson struts. Our Panther chassis cars have the shock absorbers installed...

Battery drain can be difficult to diagnose - especially if intermittent. An experienced tech told me that an 8 hour day of diagnosis may not be enough to find an intermittent drain. Newer cars have many computers on board.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVby_jtJwf0

Going on 3 years - Zack's last 3 posts were in May of 2020.

Zack, a member here, is in St John, Indiana - he is/was doing cam chain replacements for $500 - about 90 miles West of you, and he makes house calls ... https://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/member.php?404-Zack

How are the cam sprocket bolts torqued, without using cam locking clamps? Does ARP have replacement sprocket bolts, or should I use Ford's TTY / torque-to-yield replacements? I have watched many youtube videos on DOHC chain replacements, and not one has explained how to hold the cams when...

I read a few reviews of the OTC 6498 on Amazon, and a few mentioned that two are needed to properly keep the cams stationary! That seems quite contrary to many other 5 star reviews, and experience mentioned in this thread - can someone comment with further details, and photos?

My Dead Marauder Around 4 years ago, I prepped my '03 for a trip to Maine from Michigan - last operation was changing oil and filter. I test drove it after the change to check for leaks. The computer went nuts, and engine noise began. It's been parked ever since. I assumed it had some sort...

I had a Pioneer double DIN with navigation installed in my 2003 MM. The navigation part quit working properly after a few years. I wouldn't advise installing a similar unit - much better to have a portable/separate Garmin navigation from the head unit. That way, you can use the navigation in...

Thanks for the info - I have been periodically checking for just such a bleeder tool, and noticed the prices have been coming down on them, with newer models being introduced. The one in the link looks like it could be the one to buy. I see Amazon indicates it was first available with them on...

I was told that with it's humidity, vehicles in Hawaii should have their brake fluid changed on a yearly basis. Perhaps someone familiar with Hawaii can comment? As far as an opened bottle of brake fluid being contaminated from being opened for 10 minutes or so, how much moisture do you think...

Clutch differentials are always a temporary installation. Ford's 8.8" is somewhat durable, but always wearing out with use. In a 9", a clutch diff is just a waste of money, as they are not durable, especially compared to an 8.8". For the street, a Trutrac is the best option

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Me too -- "Is there any one kit that is more suited for a 100% stock car? "???

Please explain how and why brake fluid "goes bad" after it is opened. Since it is hygroscopic, when it absorbs water, it turns dark when/if contaminated. I have never disposed of any brake fluid left over in a can. I just put the cap back on. Once resealed, I have never had any get dark. The...

I always go with Monroe shocks as my first choice