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Old 11-14-2024, 03:52 PM
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Default 1986 Utah SSP Rescue

I picked this car up from Salt Lake in September. Some of you may remember it from EBay over the summer. It was owned by the same family for approximately 20 years to the best of my knowledge. The gentleman I bought it from said his dad hardly drove it and it sat for the past 8-10 years. I did get it running and will be moving on to brakes and tires. It is my first “restoration,” although I’m not sure where I want to take it. I don’t have any information on its service life, but will be sifting through the threads to find Utah specific information. Thanks for the add and I look forward to learning from everyone here.
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Old 11-15-2024, 12:35 AM
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Nice save! I do recall this one, glad you were able to get it.

There’s quite a few threads on here RE: Utah SSP’s and I’m sure a few members here can help out.

Keep posting your progress updates and/or any images here too.

Did you check this part of the site to see if your VIN is in then,ist:
http://www.specialservicemustang.net/VINlist/86VIN.html
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Old 11-15-2024, 10:50 AM
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I checked the VIN registry and it’s not in there.

1FABP26M0GF257540
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Old 11-15-2024, 01:05 PM
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Here are some additional photos with the remaining SSP features that I’ve noticed (speedo and radio interference straps). It does still have holes in the A pillar for spot lights, the roof for the lightbar wiring, and the trunk for the antenna.
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Old 11-17-2024, 11:13 AM
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Good start, does it still have the custom UHP rear seat cushion cover gun case?
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Old 11-18-2024, 03:23 PM
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Unfortunately not! I do like those. Do you happen to know when they started using them? Thanks.
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Old 12-30-2024, 09:11 PM
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That I’m unsure, but it seems common with UHP SSPs.
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Old 01-29-2025, 06:22 PM
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Not much progress on the car. Brakes are almost done. Ended up with reman Ford calipers as the ones on there were rusted solid. Power steering rack is leaking from the passenger side bellow. Looking for suggestions on the power steering rack. Can’t decided on a reman, used OEM, new LMR, or send mine out to Turn One for rebuild. Looking for suggestions based on other members experiences. I’m leaning towards staying closer to stock.
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Old 01-29-2025, 08:58 PM
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I have not had to replace a steering rack in a good long while, so I hope someone else chimes in. I did finally add your car to the VIN Project -

http://www.specialservicemustang.net...info257540.htm

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Old 01-30-2025, 01:22 AM
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I anxiously await future updates! Another one saved.

Where did you source the rotors, pads and shoes?
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