Light Bar / Radio ???

[ssp91ssp]

thanks !
My son and i just want to make sure that it looks close to fac , we hate to have members say my car looks like it's sponsored by Home Depot ..LOL

we live so far off the map that i have NO other equip'd ssp in the area to look at for an idea...
wait , there is 1 , 93 TX DPS ... you guys think most of these were close in mountings of electronics ? i will see if i can look at my buddy's car this wknd?

I guess the main thing is to find the electronics , get them here and see what else we need and how to mount them .

sorry to bore you guys ! we have only seen 1 fully marked ssp in real life !
it's been only about 2 yrs with the SSP itch .
thanks again to all.
ssp91ssp

[MOstang]

Originally Posted by ssp91ssp

thanks !
you guys think most of these were close in mountings of electronics ?

Every state had their own unique equipment setup so I'm not sure a Texas DPS will do much for you as far as equipment install locations for a Colorado SSP. You've seen some pics posted of my completed equipment install on the 93 Missouri SSP. I haven't ever seen another state that had that setup. Similarly speaking, my North Carolina SSP had some very specific equipment that I haven't really noticed in SSP's from other states.

If I recall you have an equipment inventory on what your car had, so that's a big win! Personally I don't have that for either my MSHP or NCSHP SSP's and had to use other means to figure out what they were equipped with. Find some in-service photos of Colorado SSP's around same year as your car to try and get any evidence you can on where things were mounted. Even the exterior photos are a big help and can provide some clues in that regard. Network with other Colorado SSP owners like Mike (IMEVIL1) to try and establish a "roadmap" as to where the equipment was installed, or even where it was most likely installed. Anyone out there that has a Colorado SSP returned to in-service? If you find one just keep in mind whatever you find may not be the entirely correct. Everyone is trying to do their best with what info they have and you may have more current/accurate info than they did.

The unfortunate part of this stage with an SSP is it is often a "hurry up and wait". My Missouri SSP took nearly 2 years with a ton of information from the State and MustangRetriever. For my North Carolina SSP I was very fortunate and help received here led me step by step to people with the NCSHP that have filled in every piece of information I need to complete this project. In my case I did not have anyone with an SSP that was correctly returned to in-service condition so that made it that much more challenging and rewarding of a project all at the same time. My approach is to establish a plan, try to remain patient as possible and conduct a thoughtful and diligent search. It has been 7 months since I purchased the North Carolina SSP and while it is still a work in process looks complete and accurate. In the meantime I continue my search for the last few pieces of the puzzle.

It's hard to remain patient through the process and avoid the pit traps of trying to rush the project. I know this from experience as it was really hard remaining patient through my Missouri project. Even more difficult as you hear and see other project progress, however, for me that actually helped to fortify my belief that to stay focused on the plan and not rush would result in a better outcome. At times I was tempted to take short cuts and now that my Missouri SSP has reached the end of my initial "roadmap to return it to in-service condition" I cannot be happier that I stuck to the plan. My encouragement would be to use a similar approach, settle in that it will require some time while taking great enjoyment along the way in the process, the people you meet and who help, what you learn, and the various small wins which will make the "end of your roadmap" that much more enjoyable.

[ssp91ssp]

Thanks Mike!! Well put my friend !
I needed that little chat , the patience part is hard for me since all my past mustangs have been high perf ones .
Those cars you just make a list pick up the phone and place an order , 2 weeks later you have 500hp .. lol

The SSP stuff is tuff and slow as you learn history on your particular car's state .
As far as parts for SSP's you really have to be patient and find the correct mint part as mentioned by Mr Drama and others .

we will continue our search at a slower/smarter fashion for a better outcome .

Jim , how do you do it with so many SSP's ?

ssp91sp

[mac88chp]

Originally Posted by ssp91ssp

Thanks Mike!! Well put my friend !
I needed that little chat , the patience part is hard for me since all my past mustangs have been high perf ones .
Those cars you just make a list pick up the phone and place an order , 2 weeks later you have 500hp .. lol

The SSP stuff is tuff and slow as you learn history on your particular car's state .
As far as parts for SSP's you really have to be patient and find the correct mint part as mentioned by Mr Drama and others .

we will continue our search at a slower/smarter fashion for a better outcome .

Jim , how do you do it with so many SSP's ?

ssp91sp

Wise move. These restorations are not done from a catalog (it took me over four years to acquire the correct controller cable to hook up my lights and siren). So just hang in there and do it right and you will be rewarded.

[NoDrama43]

Some items are almost impossible to find. Like a Federal Signal PA500 FM siren needed for the Michigan SSP. It took Bruce Howard over three years to find his, then he found me one listed 30 minutes from my house.

I have been looking for over 5 years now for the Washington State Police radio. I have the correct control box and siren but the radio is nowhere to be found. I keep hoping that one will appear someday.

The hunt for and the locating of the correct equipment is one of the most enjoyable parts of this hobby for me.

[MOstang]

Originally Posted by NoDrama43

The hunt for and the locating of the correct equipment is one of the most enjoyable parts of this hobby for me.

+1000

[MOstang]

Originally Posted by ssp91ssp

Thanks Mike!! Well put my friend !
I needed that little chat , the patience part is hard for me since all my past mustangs have been high perf ones .
Those cars you just make a list pick up the phone and place an order , 2 weeks later you have 500hp .. lol?

Hector - Thank you for receiving my feedback in the spirit it was intended. Also well put about the difference in modifying a late model Mustang versus returning to in-service specs an SSP. I'm not the most patient person (my wife will easily attest to that) and the waiting part with my MSHP SSP was tough beyond belief. I have been fascinated by these Missouri State Highway Patrol SSP's since I first laid eyes on them back in 1988. Never in my wildest dreams thought I would have the opportunity to own one, much less play the part in resurrecting one from being turned into a DARE car. The waiting was unbelieveable but that just made reaching my goal so much more enjoyable. You'll get there and feel the same way too!

[Texaspony87]

I agree with all that has been said here. The hunt is part of the fun

[08gtcs]

im doing a 92 fhp car
i posted a thread on some things that i need after reading thi thread i realize that its going to be harder than i thought to get the pieces that i need
i am now in complete asumsion that my car wont be ready for a while atleast when it comes to radios and equipment nd such
luckily i am a body man and dont have to wait for a paint shop

[ssp91ssp]

[quote=08gtcs;19010]im doing a 92 fhp car
i posted a thread on some things that i need after reading thi thread i realize that its going to be harder than i thought to get the pieces that i need
i am now in complete asumsion that my car wont be ready for a while atleast when it comes to radios and equipment nd such
luckily i am a body man and dont have to wait for a paint shop[/QUOTE


I have sent out some emails in search for equip but NO answers yet !