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  1. Dan_A

    Stringer Sistering Question - 1998 Falcon Thunderbird

    1998 Falcon Thunderbird Finally have my project boat back in hand. I have cut out all the rotted stringers, however they were only partially rotted. They were fully encased in fiberglass but at some point a previous owner threw some screws through the floor into the stringers allowing moisture...
  2. Dan_A

    Rebuilding a 1998 Falcon Thunderbird aka "Grin and Barrett"

    My grandfather bought this boat new back in 1998. After he passed it was not taken care of very well and eventually left to rot. Just a few months ago I found out that it was about to be scrapped so I swooped in and grabbed it. The entire interior was rotted but the engine seems to be in good...
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    Weird Ignition System Issue

    I've got an issue that really has me scratching my head. I'll explain it the best I can. I'm in the process of restoring a 1998 Falcon Thunderbird (5.7L Merc), I have the engine ready to fire up but first had to replace the starter. The old one made a clicking sound and failed my bench test...
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