new to me convertible gt

ocejo · August 10th, 2011, 02:01 PM

I just got my hands on a 1990 mustang gt convertible aod. it is not in very great shape cosmetically but my intentions were to use it as a parts car for my 92 2.3 coupe.

I'm think I'm liking the idea of fixing it instead, it's just fun to drive a convertible!!

The only major problem I've noticed on it is the trans won't shift into overdrive. The speedometer is not working so the problem might me coming from the same place. My 2.3 has the same problem and ended up being the connector for the 3-4 solenoid was not connected....

well I'll get some pictures this afternoon of my new(and ugly) aquisition.

fb93 · August 10th, 2011, 04:08 PM

What parts are you planning to use?

The transmissions are different and do not interchange. The 2.3 uses an A4LD and the GT uses an AOD. The A4LD is electronically controlled by the computer. The GT uses an AOD which is entirely mechanical, no computer operation. The AOD not shifting into 4th could be the shift linkage or the valve body, or the clutch inside the the case is burned. But since you have a 2.3, it doesnt matter.

The speedometer not working is usually a broken clip on the back of the dash or the cable is binding. It could also be the gauge, the speedo gear, or the speed sensor at the tail of the trans.

ocejo · August 10th, 2011, 04:50 PM

I am not sure yet if I'll be going for the swap, wife seemed to like the convertible.

I thought it could be the speedo cable. I thought AOD's after 85 were controlled electronically. I'll have to double check everything before pulling it out since it has been previously removed.

ocejo · August 10th, 2011, 11:35 PM

well here's my new pos......

00MustangGtPremium · August 10th, 2011, 11:58 PM

She'll look beautiful after a full restore. Also if u dont want to restore it Ive been lookin for a fox body ;p. Also the AOD has a mechanically controlled overdrive. Now the AODE had the electronically controlled overdrive. Good Luck with your mustangs

ocejo · August 11th, 2011, 09:37 AM

what years had the AODE? this is a 1990

fb93 · August 11th, 2011, 01:47 PM

I believe the 84 or 85 model year was the first year the AOD was available in the Mustang which is what you may be thinking of. The AOD came with the EFI setup at the time. The CFI models (carb type setup) came with stick.

The 1994 model year was the first year for the AODE in the Mustang.

428CJ · August 11th, 2011, 03:03 PM

Looks a little rough but has potential for sure. You Gotta good looking bronco to

00MustangGtPremium · August 11th, 2011, 09:26 PM

Originally Posted by fb93

I believe the 84 or 85 model year was the first year the AOD was available in the Mustang which is what you may be thinking of. The AOD came with the EFI setup at the time. The CFI models (carb type setup) came with stick.

The 1994 model year was the first year for the AODE in the Mustang.

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ocejo · August 11th, 2011, 10:14 PM

yes I had an 85 gt cfi with the AOD(which I still have) but thought it was different from 86+. So in case this one is toast I can use the one I have sitting.

00MustangGtPremium · August 12th, 2011, 01:20 AM

well now you know lol

ocejo · August 12th, 2011, 03:55 AM

started tearing into it.

replacing the power steering pump with one I took out of a 95 3.8. cleaning some of the surrounding and possibly doing the e-fan since it's all removed already.

I took some shots of the progress but can't find the camera. I'll post them up tomorrow.

00MustangGtPremium · August 12th, 2011, 12:27 PM

yea bro keep us posted. We would like to see the finished product.

methos · August 12th, 2011, 12:48 PM

a friend of mine has the exact same car ! same colors, strippes and all :O

ocejo · August 12th, 2011, 03:39 PM

I'll be sure to keep posted. don't know about seeing the finished product anytime soon though....lol

ocejo · August 12th, 2011, 04:02 PM

methos, post up some shots, maybe the color combo isn't as bad as I think.

00MustangGtPremium · August 14th, 2011, 08:21 PM

damn needs a wash among other things lol

ocejo · August 15th, 2011, 01:04 PM

yes it does.........

hopefully I can start attacking it this week.

00MustangGtPremium · August 15th, 2011, 10:03 PM

Also I think it looks wierd with straight pipes instead of dumps. Just my 2 cents.

ocejo · August 16th, 2011, 10:28 AM

I agree something I would've never done is cut the bumper to make room for the exhaust tips. Now I have to get another bumper comper or figure how to cover that up.

I was able to get some work done yesterday. The bolts to the waterpump were installed wrong, whoever did the job lost the nuts that go between the bracket and installed the bracket behind the bolts. Waterpump is now removed and cleaned ready to go back on, as well as the new(used) power steering pump, and bracket. I'll get to the thermostat today and do some highly needed cleaning before putting it all back together.

Pictures coming during lunch hour...........

August 10th, 2011, 02:01 PM	#1
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	new to me convertible gt I just got my hands on a 1990 mustang gt convertible aod. it is not in very great shape cosmetically but my intentions were to use it as a parts car for my 92 2.3 coupe. I'm think I'm liking the idea of fixing it instead, it's just fun to drive a convertible!! The only major problem I've noticed on it is the trans won't shift into overdrive. The speedometer is not working so the problem might me coming from the same place. My 2.3 has the same problem and ended up being the connector for the 3-4 solenoid was not connected.... well I'll get some pictures this afternoon of my new(and ugly) aquisition.

August 10th, 2011, 04:08 PM	#2
fb93 Regular 1993 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: PA Posts: 93 iTrader: 0 reviews	What parts are you planning to use? The transmissions are different and do not interchange. The 2.3 uses an A4LD and the GT uses an AOD. The A4LD is electronically controlled by the computer. The GT uses an AOD which is entirely mechanical, no computer operation. The AOD not shifting into 4th could be the shift linkage or the valve body, or the clutch inside the the case is burned. But since you have a 2.3, it doesnt matter. The speedometer not working is usually a broken clip on the back of the dash or the cable is binding. It could also be the gauge, the speedo gear, or the speed sensor at the tail of the trans. Last edited by fb93; August 10th, 2011 at 04:26 PM.

August 10th, 2011, 11:58 PM	#5
00MustangGtPremium Regular 2000 Mustang Gt no clue Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 349 Blog Entries: 3 iTrader: 0 reviews	She'll look beautiful after a full restore. Also if u dont want to restore it Ive been lookin for a fox body ;p. Also the AOD has a mechanically controlled overdrive. Now the AODE had the electronically controlled overdrive. Good Luck with your mustangs __________________ Just because your cars loud doesnt mean its fast

August 11th, 2011, 03:03 PM	#8
428CJ Regular Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Boise, Id Posts: 142 iTrader: 0 reviews	Looks a little rough but has potential for sure. You Gotta good looking bronco to __________________ 1988 Mustang: 5 speed, hurst shifter, plenty slow.

August 12th, 2011, 01:20 AM	#11
00MustangGtPremium Regular 2000 Mustang Gt no clue Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 349 Blog Entries: 3 iTrader: 0 reviews	well now you know lol __________________ Just because your cars loud doesnt mean its fast

August 10th, 2011, 04:50 PM	#3
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	I am not sure yet if I'll be going for the swap, wife seemed to like the convertible. I thought it could be the speedo cable. I thought AOD's after 85 were controlled electronically. I'll have to double check everything before pulling it out since it has been previously removed.

August 10th, 2011, 11:35 PM	#4
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	well here's my new pos......

August 11th, 2011, 09:37 AM	#6
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	what years had the AODE? this is a 1990

August 11th, 2011, 01:47 PM	#7
fb93 Regular 1993 Mustang GT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: PA Posts: 93 iTrader: 0 reviews	I believe the 84 or 85 model year was the first year the AOD was available in the Mustang which is what you may be thinking of. The AOD came with the EFI setup at the time. The CFI models (carb type setup) came with stick. The 1994 model year was the first year for the AODE in the Mustang.

August 11th, 2011, 10:14 PM	#10
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	yes I had an 85 gt cfi with the AOD(which I still have) but thought it was different from 86+. So in case this one is toast I can use the one I have sitting.

August 12th, 2011, 03:55 AM	#12
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	started tearing into it. replacing the power steering pump with one I took out of a 95 3.8. cleaning some of the surrounding and possibly doing the e-fan since it's all removed already. I took some shots of the progress but can't find the camera. I'll post them up tomorrow.

August 12th, 2011, 12:27 PM	#13
00MustangGtPremium Regular 2000 Mustang Gt no clue Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 349 Blog Entries: 3 iTrader: 0 reviews	yea bro keep us posted. We would like to see the finished product. __________________ Just because your cars loud doesnt mean its fast

August 12th, 2011, 12:48 PM	#14
methos Regular 2003 mustang GT vert Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Joplin MO Posts: 109 iTrader: 0 reviews	a friend of mine has the exact same car ! same colors, strippes and all :O __________________ V8, I6, V6.

August 12th, 2011, 03:39 PM	#15
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	I'll be sure to keep posted. don't know about seeing the finished product anytime soon though....lol

August 12th, 2011, 04:02 PM	#16
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	methos, post up some shots, maybe the color combo isn't as bad as I think.

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August 14th, 2011, 08:21 PM	#17
00MustangGtPremium Regular 2000 Mustang Gt no clue Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 349 Blog Entries: 3 iTrader: 0 reviews	damn needs a wash among other things lol __________________ Just because your cars loud doesnt mean its fast

August 15th, 2011, 01:04 PM	#18
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	yes it does......... hopefully I can start attacking it this week.

August 15th, 2011, 10:03 PM	#19
00MustangGtPremium Regular 2000 Mustang Gt no clue Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 349 Blog Entries: 3 iTrader: 0 reviews	Also I think it looks wierd with straight pipes instead of dumps. Just my 2 cents. __________________ Just because your cars loud doesnt mean its fast

August 16th, 2011, 10:28 AM	#20
ocejo Regular 92 LX 2.3N/A Join Date: May 2010 Location: socal Posts: 215 iTrader: 0 reviews	I agree something I would've never done is cut the bumper to make room for the exhaust tips. Now I have to get another bumper comper or figure how to cover that up. I was able to get some work done yesterday. The bolts to the waterpump were installed wrong, whoever did the job lost the nuts that go between the bracket and installed the bracket behind the bolts. Waterpump is now removed and cleaned ready to go back on, as well as the new(used) power steering pump, and bracket. I'll get to the thermostat today and do some highly needed cleaning before putting it all back together. Pictures coming during lunch hour...........

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