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    WTB: PCM ECU for 1998 MARK VIII F8LF-12A650-EA BTC0

    Looking for a unmolested BTC0 code PCM for The Mark (1998 Mark VIII LSC) in excellent condition. I would rather buy from a club member, but I need one asap so will get one from ebay if no response in the next day or two. Thanks!
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    P1747

    P1747 = Pressure Control Solenoid A Short Circuit. Last time I drove The Mark was a month ago, and everything was fine when I put it away. Yesterday, was getting it ready for C&O today and drove it to fill it up with fuel, and the OD went crazy - searching, locking in and out randomly. Turned OD...
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    Winterizing The Mark And Other To Do's

    I dropped The Mark off at Aric's last Saturday to get it ready for hibernation. Change the oil and filter - (Royal Purple 5-30 & Ford Racing filter), drain the oil catch can, check/change the coolant - (75% distilled water, 25% Motorcraft coolant, one bottle Royal Purple Ice) for zero degree...
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    Draggin' For Toy's - Saturday, November 7 2015 - Near I75 GA/TN Border

    There's a good chance I will be bracket racing at this event. Anyone in the area interested in going? http://www.newbrainerdoptimistdragstrip.com/calendar.html
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    April 9-12, 2015 NMRA/NMCA All-Star Nationals Atlanta Dragway

    I plan to be there. How about you? April 9-12, 2015 7th Annual NMRA/NMCA All-Star Nationals presented by Miller Welders – Atlanta Dragway in Commerce, Georgia http://www.nmradigital.com/2015_event_schedule/commerce_ga_preview/
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    SSHS14 November 1, 2014

    Here is a link to the Southern Super Heavy Shootout - SSHS14 web site :thumbsup: November 1, 2014 at Atlanta Dragway - Commerce, Georgia BE THERE! :)
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    Parrot MKi9200 Bluetooth Hands-Free Music Kit

    This is for those of you that want to keep the stock factory radio, and still have some modern conveniences. I just had one of these Parrot MKi9200 Bluetooth Hands-Free Music Kits installed in my 1996 Mercedes SL320, and love it :) The two features I wanted the most was to hook up my iPod...
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    Variable load control module - vlcm fan relay

    Well, I think it is The Mark's turn to experience a flaky VLCM. This all started this past Friday, when I took it to get the annual emission test. Car ran normal up to operating temp 174* ( I have a Riesche 170* T-stat) with the a/c on before plugging into the OBD reader at the test facility...
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    Cam Chain Tensioner

    Here is a link to a nice article on a cam chain tensioner upgrade/fix
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    Atlanta Mark's July '14 BBQ

    You are invited to the July 2014 Atlanta Mark's BBQ at my house in Kennesaw. The open dates I have for the BBQ are: Saturday, July 5 Saturday, July 19 Saturday, July 26 If you plan to attend, and have a conflict with any of the dates listed, let me know so we can narrow it down to one...
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    P1506 & Accufab Throttle Body

    Here's a new one for the forum, for those that have a Accufab ellipse throttle body. After the last tuning session before the SSHS13 shootout, The Mark somehow developed a P1506 code, that has it stalling at the most inopportune times, and throwing the code. The IAC was replaced, and it...
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    Interior Mods to The Mark!

    Ooh La La... :thumbsup: Purchased a red wood steering wheel and door panel inserts from Alexander (userid: al island) last week :) Then, it's off to Mr John Temple's shop to install his front Sport Seat 2's w/dual threaded and blocked bolsters :cool-blue:
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    Battery Life

    I had to replace the battery in The Mark this past weekend. Seems I can get about 36 months out of a 65 month battery. The last 2 batteries were Interstate MTP 65's. The second one was under prorated warranty, and I paid $94 for the $150 battery. This time, I went with a Motorcraft BXT...
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    Atlanta Dragway T&T Saturday 10-26-13

    Went to the track yesterday for a charity event, and was able to get some t&t in before the shootout next Saturday. Aric has been working on the street tune moving the delay way out for torque converter lock up in order to make some space between the 2-3 shift, overdrive, and tc lock not...
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    Atlanta Dragway T&T Friday 9/20/13

    Marauderville XI is invading metro Atlanta this week, and the Marauder brotherhood is heading to Atlanta Dragway this Friday, 9/20/13 for some T&T and grudge match racing. Since I am a honorary Southern MM member, you know I have to go and represent both SMM's and LOD! :) I will be trying...
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    Exhaust Noise Laws By State

    Here is a link to see what the exhaust laws are by state. Very interesting read :thumbsup: http://semasan.com/page.asp?content=exhaust_noise_states&g=SEMAGA
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    Sshs13

    Website is up and running! :thumbsup: http://sshs13.ecirs.org/
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    Atlanta Mark's BBQ - Saturday, June 22, 2013

    How about we gather at my house around 2pm Saturday, June 22. Of course bring along whomever you like. :) I have everything covered, but if you would like to contribute something, you are more than welcome to. Please post if you are attending, and a total headcount you will be...
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    Carlisle Newbie Questions

    Thought I would ask a n00b question that I did not find answers to on the Carlisle events web site. Possibly a LOD Carlisle veteran might be able to shed some light on for me? :) I downloaded the PDF's from the web site, but could not find much info regarding how the judging works. Is...
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    Florida Love Festival!

    Decided to spend the week at the time share in Orlando, and drove through a love festival :eek: lol Poor Little Car... :frown: Get a room Love Bug! lol
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