1986 Texas DPS

[texunter]

Its late and i dont have the energy to go into detail but we draged the 86 out of the yard in Austin that Chris referred me to. Here is a couple pics and many more to follow....

[ChrisL]

Incredible! Can't wait to see a bunch of pictures today Ted!

[texunter]

Would someone be willing to run a carfax for me?

1FABP26M8GF231686

If i can get the title, it should be the DPS and me , thats it!

[84oregonssp]

Here you go, only one record when car was new...


Vehicle Information:
1986 FORD MUSTANG LX

VIN: 1FABP26M8GF231686

SEDAN 2 DR.

5.0L V8 FI OHV

REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Standard Equipment | Safety Options
Standard Equipment
Power Steering, AM / FM, Power Brakes, 5-digit Odometer

Safety Options
Active (manual) belts


No accident / damage reported to CARFAX

1Detailed record available

Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX
Summary


Total Loss
No total loss reported to CARFAX.

No Issues Reported

Structural Damage
No structural damage reported to CARFAX.

No Issues Reported

Airbag Deployment
No airbag deployment reported to CARFAX.

No Issues Reported


Odometer Check
No indication of an odometer rollback.

No Issues Indicated

Accident / Damage
No accidents or damage reported to CARFAX.

No Issues Reported

Manufacturer Recall
A current list of recalls is available at Ford Motor Company.

No Recalls Reported



Date:

Mileage:

Source:

Comments:



05/06/1986



NICB

Vehicle manufactured
and shipped to original dealer













I'm here to help! Print and bring my SmartBuyer Checklist when you go to test drive this 1986 Ford Mustang LX.

[texunter]

I didn't expect it to be that simple.
Th car has an inspection sticker from 89'
so it made it til then at least.

Thanks so much for that report.
Ted

[ChrisL]

Do we have new pictures yet? :) And a full story! We gotta hear the details!

[texunter]

Its quiet a mess to be completely honest. Everything from the firewall back looks pretty decent with the exception of the rear floor pans. There are gaping holes. The front end is another story. The frame rails and EVERYTHING hooked to them is toast. I found the build sheet remnants under the carpet beneath the pedal assembly. Parts of it are legible but its toast. I was able to locate the original keys tucked inside the fuel fill door. Yes keys, two. :(
Some of the wiring for the front red and blue lights is still there and i found an original aluminum bracket for the front lights. I also found a broken mic for a cobra radio. The black and white paint breaks are there and still crisp. Hood grounding straps are there and i found the trunk straps in the trunk. The motor is completely intact and would clean up well if it werent for the rust on the heads and block. Its still full of oil. There is also still washer fluid in the reservoir. Its crazy. Its awesome to be able to see them in original format. The thing that baffles me the most is the spotlight handles. Near about all the cars out there and this one have the spotlight handle upwards which really makes it difficult to operate.
Its gonna be an absolute nightmare to bring back. Im a little nervous about dumping a ton of money into it. I have to investigate a bunch more.

[texunter]

http://img862.imageshack.us/img862/5149/86txdps003.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/862/86txdps003.jpg/)
http://img141.imageshack.us/img141/5720/86txdps002.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/141/86txdps002.jpg/)
http://img811.imageshack.us/img811/9826/86txdps004.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/811/86txdps004.jpg/)

[texunter]

http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/1572/86txdps007.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/824/86txdps007.jpg/)

http://img109.imageshack.us/img109/8342/86txdps006.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/109/86txdps006.jpg/)

http://img860.imageshack.us/img860/8103/86txdps008.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/860/86txdps008.jpg/)

http://img846.imageshack.us/img846/6721/86txdps014.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/846/86txdps014.jpg/)

http://img813.imageshack.us/img813/8823/86txdps015.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/813/86txdps015.jpg/)
http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/8859/86txdps017.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/20/86txdps017.jpg/)

[texunter]

http://img829.imageshack.us/img829/7489/86txdps016.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/829/86txdps016.jpg/)

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/3963/86txdps041.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/11/86txdps041.jpg/)

http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/8506/86txdps042.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/716/86txdps042.jpg/)

http://img607.imageshack.us/img607/9841/86txdps043.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/607/86txdps043.jpg/)

http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/1830/86txdps044.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/46/86txdps044.jpg/)

http://img829.imageshack.us/img829/5154/86txdps040.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/829/86txdps040.jpg/)

http://img545.imageshack.us/img545/408/86txdps049.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/545/86txdps049.jpg/)
http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/4554/86txdps001.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/254/86txdps001.jpg/)

http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/6052/86txdps018.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/195/86txdps018.jpg/)

http://img692.imageshack.us/img692/3218/86txdps023l.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/692/86txdps023l.jpg/)

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/443/86txdps024.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/20/86txdps024.jpg/)

http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/4554/86txdps012.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/824/86txdps012.jpg/)

http://img444.imageshack.us/img444/5407/86txdps048.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/444/86txdps048.jpg/)

[GSPI]

That is a project. So what's on the agenda for this car?

[texunter]

I will have to do some further investigating to see if it's fixable and if so, I'm gonna attempt to restore it. I've been looking for a car with these particular options for awhile now. Until I can find another one, this is it.

[1989 Tx DPS SSP]

I think enough of us here could come up with the parts to help in the resto. It would be neat if that motor would fire up after all of these years. Could you read the tag on the door janm to get the Unit # ?

Tom

[texunter]

Unfortunately there is only a small remnants of the unit number. It looks to have literally baked off from the sun. If the doors had not been removed, it would have survived. :(

[ChrisL]

I'm very glad you pulled it out of there Ted, pretty neat to see one in such original form. I'm really impressed you found so much original equipment laying around in it as well! That is super cool! Keep us updated with pictures, and whatever you find. I hope you decide to restore it, but I bet there would be someone here willing to take on the project even if you don't.

[Mustang Kid]

Man, that is awesome:2thumbs:
I would love to restore something like that. I would say that is just as bad as my 84 GT. Don't be worried about the whole inner front clip, cause you can find a clip off a standard coupe and have a frame shop straighten everything and put the new clip on. That's what I have to do with my 84.
Can't wait to see more pics/progress :)

[texunter]

http://img576.imageshack.us/img576/9133/86avatar.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/576/86avatar.jpg/)

[texunter]

Here are some pics of the front light bracket on the bumper.

[ChrisL]

Ted, are you sure that the part that you have angled down, doesn't go back behind the bumper and attach to the core support? The way the lights mount, they look as if they are designed to "hang" from a flat surface. So I can't see with that bracket pointed down like that exactly how they would mount on there... Thoughts?

[texunter]

Yes Chris you are correct. There are holes on the radiator support that match with the angled part of the bracket. Sorry for the confusion.

Can someone remove those pics for me because they are not correct.
Ted

[ChrisL]

Awesome Ted! I wonder if those extra holes do line up with the place you've got it bolted to keep it held down to the bumper cover. That would make sense. Does the bracket tie in where the radiator support clamps bolt on?

[ImEvil1]

Yes Chris you are correct. There are holes on the radiator support that match with the angled part of the bracket. Sorry for the confusion.

Can someone remove those pics for me because they are not correct.
Ted

Took care of it. Please post up more once you get them spun around, though. Good stuff.

[texunter]

Thanks Evil.

I put the front bumper back on and verified the mounting holes. The support is bent but they line up. The driver side bracket utilizes the radiator support to bumber cover bracket. The passenger side is not in the correct spot to utilize that bracket so they made their own holes.
Here you go.
http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/5035/86txdpsfrontlightbracke.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/15/86txdpsfrontlightbracke.jpg/)

http://img802.imageshack.us/img802/5035/86txdpsfrontlightbracke.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/802/86txdpsfrontlightbracke.jpg/)

http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/5035/86txdpsfrontlightbracke.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/46/86txdpsfrontlightbracke.jpg/)

http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/5035/86txdpsfrontlightbracke.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/9/86txdpsfrontlightbracke.jpg/)

[ChrisL]

Thanks Ted!

Also, you might send a PM to GSPI about the door jam sticker. He has a lot of super-cool detective tricks to figure out what was glued/stuck to something. I bet he has a trick for figuring out the door jamb sticker. Because it was one of those labels, there wouldn't have been adhesive where the letters and number were. So if you can use a UV light, or something like that, there should be a way to see only the adhesive there... and thus the negative for the unit number. Hopefully he chimes in here...

[texunter]

Nice thinking!

I used it to read the buildsheet better

I have said light here in my toolbox....

[ChrisL]

Keep us posted! Maybe dust it with some chalk too?

[texunter]

I can see the M6 but the rest is shiny black.

[ChrisL]

I wonder if you could dust it with something, or if there would be a way to "lift it" Maybe even a light pencil over paper would show something?

[28HopUp]

I added this one to our VIN Project :D

http://www.specialservicemustang.net/VINlist/TXDPS/1986TXDPS231686/info231686.htm


There are two other TxDPS cars with the same DSO in the consecutive list of 10 VIN's.

[1989 Tx DPS SSP]

Teddy, Look behind the drivers side panel to see if there might be an additional Build sheet.

Tom

[texunter]

That's the only pieces I have not removed. That would be great!
Thanks!!

[GSPI]

Thanks Ted!

Also, you might send a PM to GSPI about the door jam sticker. He has a lot of super-cool detective tricks to figure out what was glued/stuck to something. I bet he has a trick for figuring out the door jamb sticker. Because it was one of those labels, there wouldn't have been adhesive where the letters and number were. So if you can use a UV light, or something like that, there should be a way to see only the adhesive there... and thus the negative for the unit number. Hopefully he chimes in here...

Yes, that is correct. UV lighting helps in identifying problems with adhesives and plastic labels that have been glued over things in a car...which is used in identifying fraudulent labels on ID tags for cars when they are suspected stolen.

[texunter]

Check this out!

I stared and stared at that number using different lighting with no result.
I could only read the M6-3 . I didnt want to clean it in fear of wiping it off. After so long of being frustrated, I decided to clean it all off and low and behold, the outline of the numbers was a tiny bit more shiny than the surrounding paint. There it was M6-357! I was dancing around the shop!!!

Thankyou Chris for pushing me to look harder!

[28HopUp]

That's awesome! See if you can capture a picture of it...

[ChrisL]

Awesome Ted! That is fantastic news! And now that you mention it, I have your label for your '88 sitting here at my desk. I'll make one up for the '86 and send them both to you.

[texunter]

Sweet! That would be most excellent!

Thanks Chris!


Ill see if i can get a picture of it.

[chp1982]

That is awesome! Glad you found it.

[ChrisL]

Is it restored yet Ted!? I'm ready to see this thing back to life :) Your door labels are ready to go, I'll mail them out tomorrow.

[ImEvil1]

Not sure how I missed this earlier...but congrats!

[texunter]

I sit in it every day like a kid with no license. :)
Today I was sitting in the car and I pulled the passenger sun visor down and there was a quick reference card for a Motorola Syntor X9000!
I guess I'll be looking for one of those.

I can't wait!!
Thanks for all the support y'all!

[texunter]

Here are some pics of the radio card.
http://img844.imageshack.us/img844/2182/radiocard001.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/844/radiocard001.jpg/)

http://img827.imageshack.us/img827/8410/radiocard004.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/827/radiocard004.jpg/)

[texunter]

UPDATE!

I was completely wrong about the unit number.

It is written in paint pen on the roof along with the mileage!

It is unit M6-373 and it was wrecked out at 67,000 miles...

[ChrisL]

UPDATE!

I was completely wrong about the unit number.

It is written in paint pen on the roof along with the mileage!

It is unit M6-373 and it was wrecked out at 67,000 miles...

Very cool! Now you know what to clock the new odometer to! And I already sent out your new labels, so I'll make an updated one for this car and send it out tomorrow or saturday!

[texunter]

Here it is....
http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/6103/86unitnumber004.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/4/86unitnumber004.jpg/)

Thanks Chris! I really appreciate it!

[MOstang]

UPDATE!

I was completely wrong about the unit number.

It is written in paint pen on the roof along with the mileage!

It is unit M6-373 and it was wrecked out at 67,000 miles...

Great find!

[03cobra]

Thats awesome Ted! The car is not as bad as I pictured in my head when we talked on the phone. You need to come see me in Grandview. I can fix you up with parts. It will be worth it...Get er done!

[texunter]

Thats awesome Ted! The car is not as bad as I pictured in my head when we talked on the phone. You need to come see me in Grandview. I can fix you up with parts. It will be worth it...Get er done!

I will be coming to visit you!

I cant wait.....

Ted

[ChrisL]

Hey Ted, anything new here? :)

[texunter]

No Sir.. :(

I have it covered and stored inside.
I have been extremely depressed about it.

I have lost motivation for my aero cars but it's so difficult to let them go.

I sit and drool over your car and now the other 86 DPS that stubes just sold is gonna get done up..
I'm not sure if my car can be fixed for sure. It sucks.

I have to find someone who can fix it properly and who cares enough to do it without taking my arm.

It is kinda rare with low mileage and never been painted and auctioned. And it has proof of newer equipment which I like. Something has to happen though! This is my favorite car....

[ChrisL]

You need to talk to Jason, I was talking with him the other day and he said he's got a frame shop up there that has a magic wand and wizards working there. Talk to him, get it pulled straight, then replace the core-support/fender aprons and start moving forward. He might have some ideas on other stuff too, we talked about your car for about 2 hours the other day. I want to see you work on it! Four-eyed cars are the best, but I could be biased. :)

[03cobra]

Hey Ted.... Dont worry we will get it done right. I have all you need to fix your car from the new parts car. We just need to keep our eyes on the ball and start gathering what you need. It will take a while longer but look what you will have. Keep in touch!

[texunter]

Small update:

I was able to finally get the car titled in my name! :)

The state had no record of this car so i was forced to get a surety bond.
Now i have plates, registration sticker, and the title will be here in no time.

This means that i can confidently throw money at it without the fear of never being able to drive it legally.

Im stoked!!

Ted

[ChrisL]

Just got the PM, congrats Ted! I can't wait for the teardown and rebuild to commence! Absolutely fantastic news, I'm so glad this car has been given a second lease on life.

[texunter]

It's sad to say but I sold my 88 to a local guy who owns two other SSP cars. I told him of the sites and hopefully he will join. The proceeds will go to the 86.

Since then I have stripped down the 86' and I plan to haul it to a body shop before the end of the week. I'm kinda nervous to hear a professional report on the damage but we will see how it goes.

Everyone seems to be finding cars for super cheap! And not totaled. Is it worth dropping several thousand into this one?

[Mustang Kid]

It's sad to say but I sold my 88 to a local guy who owns two other SSP cars. I told him of the sites and hopefully he will join. The proceeds will go to the 86.

Since then I have stripped down the 86' and I plan to haul it to a body shop before the end of the week. I'm kinda nervous to hear a professional report on the damage but we will see how it goes.

Everyone seems to be finding cars for super cheap! And not totaled. Is it worth dropping several thousand into this one?

Dude, it's an 86 Texas car. One of the best looking other than CHP. Definitely worth bringing back.

Look at the future. How many of these old texas SSP's will be around? Especially four eye's? Not many and they will be desirable. Sure it's a rough shell, but it's a rare SSP not a standard 5.0 coupe.

If I had money stashed, I would be out buying these cars that you all see as almost beyond fixing. Then years to come you all will regret not buying up some of these as they will cease to exist excluding restored cars.

In the future people will be bringing back shells. I would if I found an 84 CHP :D

Just find a fairly rust free donor car(but not too nice of a car overall) for the front clip.

I would have the car put on a frame rack and have the rails straightened as good as possible near the firewall so that the new clip can go on like it should(I'll be doing that with my 84 GT, I'll also have the body shop with the frame rack cut the donor car and put on the new clip, thus everything is exactly where it should be)

Can't wait to see more progress :2thumbs:

[86NeSSP]

Any updates on this? It's been a little while...

[86NeSSP]

Anyone?

[kapracing]

Great progress on the 87...
How about some details on this one:-) if you were closer I'd help you out some on frame work :-)

[wm6929]

Kinda like to see what happened to this one.

[67Mach1]

I know this is old but was this the car that was out by SAMSUNG? Thanks.