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Top 10 Parts For Your Fox Body Mustang Restoration Project

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When it comes to the Restoration & Maintenance of your Fox Body Mustang, there's a myriad of parts to sort through.  You can easily become overwhelmed trying to figure out what parts you need, where to start, etc.  We know, because we've been there too!  Based on our own personal experience & by monitoring the parts most used by our customers, we determined the top 10 Fox Body Mustang Restoration Parts.  This top 10 list is by no means a rulebook, but simply a guidline to help ease you in to your Fox Body Mustang Restoration journey without becoming overwhelmed. 

So, without any further ado & in no particular order, here are the Top 10 Fox Body Mustang Restoration Parts!

1) 6 Piece Mustang Headlight Kit 

The first thing most people notice on an 87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Fox Body Mustang is the Headlights.  Faded, yellowed & cracked Headlights definately do not make a good impression!  Plus, driving at night with faded Headlights is a challenge (not to mention dangerous) because of the limited amount of light passing throught the lense.  Because of this common problem, we put together an economical solution in the way of a 6 Piece Fox Mustang Headlight Kit that can be had for $100 & only takes about a hour to install.  The Headlight Kit includes Amber Sidemarker Lenses, Park Light Lenses, & Headlight Lenses.  We also have a 6 Piece Headlight Kit that features Clear Sidemarkers!  Don't forget, all of our Mustang Lighting Products are covered by our exclusive 1 year no questions asked warranty.

If you have a 79-80-81-82-83-84-85-86 Fox Mustang, or your Headlight needs go beyond a lens replacement, be sure to check out our full line of Mustang Headlights, Hardware & Accessories.

2) Black Mustang Carpet

Many Fox Body Mustangs are still sporting the original Carpet.  A very good thing in some cases as it could be a testiment to the great care & maintenance the car has recieved over the years.  In most cases though, the Stock Carpet is worn, faded, & stained with God knows what.  Plus, that dirty rug may just be the culprit behind that funny smell you've been trying to eliminate!  We all know that the favored Mustang Interior color is Black & we've got truckloads of it ready to ship directly to you.  This particular Carpet is for 82-83-84-85-86-87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Mustang Coupe & Hatchback & is manufactured by Auto Custom Carpet (ACC).  ACC Mustang Carpet is proudly Made In The USA & carries a 1 year manufacturers warranty against defects & fading.  It is pre-molded for a direct fit in your Mustang & has the jute sound deadener attached to the underside.

We didn't forget you 83-84-85-86-87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Convertible, 79-80-81 Coupe/Hatchback owners, or anyone who needs a different color; take a look at our complete lineup of Fox Mustang Carpet & Floor Mats.

3) Mustang GT Front Bumper Cover

Unfortunately the years do take a toll on your beloved Fox Mustang GT.  Too much time out in the sun coupled with the rigors of being driven daily once upon a time do not sit well with the urethane used in your GT Bumper Cover.  Stress cracks & tears will eventually pop up, if they havent already.  Even worse, if your Mustang had the unfortunate experience of being involved in a frontal collision, the Front Bumper Cover is one of the "have to replace" parts.  We searched high & low & found the best fitting aftermarket 87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Mustang GT Front Bumper Cover on the market today.  It features the highest quality urethane construction & meets all CAPA standards.  Even better, it qualifies for our $14.99 flat rate shipping!

For other year Mustangs or for associated Bumper Cover Parts, please view our full line of Mustang Fornt Bumper Covers & Hardware.

4) Mustang Outer Door Handle Kit

Just about all Fox Body Mustang owners have at one time or another gone for the Outer Door Handle & had it break off in their hand.  Most of us instinctively lift with our index finger while pushing in on the top with our thumb!  79-80-81-82-83-84-85-86 Fox Mustangs were less notorious about breaking Outer Door Handles because Ford felt inclined to bless them with Metal Outer Door Handles from the factory.  Even with that advantage, they were not immune.  The real broken handle bandits were the 87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Fox Mustangs.  Our Outer Door Handle Kit consists of a pair of Metal Black Outer Door Handles & 4 Attaching Rivets for 79-93 Fox Body Mustang.  We also have a kit for those Mustangs originally equipped with Chrome Outer Door Handles.

5) Mustang Door Lock Actuator Kit

Fox Body Mustangs equipped with Power Door Locks are typically in 1 of 3 different states.  1 - They operate properly.  2 - The key still works in the door  but nothing happens when you hit the unlock button. 3 - The key won't even turn in the Door Lock Cylinder, the Door Lock Knob is frozen in the unlock position & nothing happens when you hit the switch.  If # 2 or 3 descrbes the state of your Mustang's Power Door Lock situation, the likely culprit is a defective Power Door Lock Actuator.  Because you only want to do this job once on your 79-80-81-82-83-84-85-86-87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Fox Mustang, we put together a complete kit containing a pair of Power Door Lock Actuators, a pair of Attaching Rivets, 24 Door Panel Push Pins, & a Door Panel Removal Tool.  The cure for inoperative Mustang Power Door Locks all in one neat package! 

6) Mustang Black Convertible Top Kit

If you own a Fox Body Mustang Convertible, you may have a different view of what you see first on a Mustang.  More than likely you're thinking of that ratty top that has been loafing around for too long!  Or, your Mustang may have been the unfortunate victim of vandalism.  Luckily, a new Convertible Top is readily available & not cost prohibitive.  Much like Interior Color, Mustang Owners prefer a Black Convertible Top as well.  Our Mustang Convertible Tops come from Electron Top who has been specializing in nothing but Convertible Tops since 1960.  Using their "Top" Quality (pun intended!) components, we assembled this complete kit for your 83-84-85-86-87-88-89-90 Fox Body Mustang Covertible.  The kit includes a Convertible Top, Back Glass, Top Pad Set, & Well Liner.  We even made a 91-92-93 Fox Mustang Convertible Top Kit to show you folks some love too!

7) Mustang GT Fog Lights

I don't know what forces in the universe combine to attract rocks & debris toward Fox Mustang GT Fog Lights, but they really need to quit spending so much time together!  Even though the original Hella Fog Lights feature a glass lens, cracking & breakage is still very common.  We all know you can't roll with busted Fog Lights, so replace them with our 87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Fox Mustang GT Fog Light Pair!  Our Fog Lights are the best reproductions on the market & come complete with housing, bracket, nut, bulb, connector, & glass lens.  Don't forget, all of our Mustang Lighting Products are covered by our exclusive 1 year no questions asked warranty.

8) Mustang Cowl Vent Grille

When is the last time you took a look at the Cowl Grille on your Fox Body Mustang?  Are you avoiding direct eye contact with it because it's faded, cracked, & crusty beyond belief?  Truth be told, you are not alone.  The Fox Mustang Cowl Vent Grille takes a fair amount of punishment, not only from the sun & the rest of the elements, but also from Cowl Induction Hoods & mis-placed hands.  Our 50resto Brand 83-84-85-86-87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Mustang Cowl Vent Grille is molded off of the original piece & coated in Black Trim Paint for a factory fit & finish.  There is even a Cowl Vent Grille for you 79-80-81-82 Mustang owners as well!

9) Mustang LX Taillight Assembly Pair

We all have those friends or acquaintances who like to plop thier butt wherever they see a spot to prop up against.  They may have made that mistake once by resting their largesse on the rear of your 87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Fox Mustang LX.  Then you heard the crack only associated with breaking plastic & realized that your Taillight Housing & Lens were DOA.  Maybe your situation involved another vehicle violating your Mustang from behind (in which case you may want to look at a Fox Mustang LX Rear Bumper Cover as well).  Whaterver the case may be, if you find your Mustang is lacking in the rear lighting section, we've got you covered.  Our Reproduction Mustang LX Rear taillight Assemblies come from a tier one lighting manufacturer & have the housing & lens assembled & sealed together for an easy, complete installation.  The fit & finish is beautiful, & as always, all of our Mustang Lighting Products are covered by our exclusive 1 year no questions asked warranty.

10) Mustang Door to Body & Hatchback/Trunk Weatherstrip Kit

Finally to the end of it!  Last, but certainly not least, no Fox Body Mustang Restoration is complete without new weatherstrip.  Airtight your 79-80-81-82-83-84-85-86-87-88-89-90-91-92-93 Mustang with our 50resto Brand Door to Body & Hatchback/Trunk Weatherstrip Kit.  Over the years the rubber Weatherstriping on your Fox Mustang has been deteriorating right before your eyes.  Between age & you constantly dragging those big feet of yours in & out of the doorway, you probably are at least experiencing wind noise, maybe even water leaks.  Our Mustang Weatherstrip is manufactured in an ISO 9001 facitlity from the best materials available & based on the factory Weatherstrip profiles for an OE fit & finish.  This kit fits all 79-93 Fox Mustang Hatchback, Coupe, & Convertible models.  Simply slide it on, trim to fit, & you're good to go!

 

There you have it, the Top 10 Fox Body Mustang Restoration Parts!  All 10 are in stock & ready to ship whenever you need them.  The icing on the cake is they all qualify for our $14.99 flat rate shipping!  Get your Fox back in shape & looking better than your buddy's Mustang in no time & all without breaking the bank.  Don't forget, we also offer Layaway!

Comments

 

terry hmoud said:

why cant i find all the same parts on line as in your catalog? ref:pt # lrs-9659ca2

May 18, 2009 7:43 PM
 

jmac said:

Terry, unfortunately manufacturers sometimes discontinue products for whatever reason, & this is one of those instances.  Because print media cannot be updated real time like our website, there may be situations where products appear in our catalog, but not on our website.

May 19, 2009 8:37 AM
 

Rwynne said:

My #1 mustang store! You guys have everything and dont rap your custumer's on shipping like Steeda. Thanks for all the years helping me enjoy my 93 lx.

June 2, 2009 10:25 PM
 

nate said:

@Rwynne - Glad we could help!

June 3, 2009 9:53 AM
 

jessy jackson said:

yupe yupe u fuckers are tha shyyt....

June 4, 2009 11:17 AM
 

Marshall said:

Do you have the "clock springs" that connect the air bag through the steering wheel? My 1993 SVT Cobra and 1991 GT convertible both need them.

Thanks for your wonderful personal service and the hard to find parts you provided during the full rebuild of my trashed Cobra.

Sincerey,

Marshall

June 6, 2009 2:20 PM
 

jmac said:

Marshall - As of right now the Fox Mustang Clock Springs are not available new & must be found used.  We are searching for a good suplier, although it may take some time before they are reproduced.

We definately appreciate the kind words & look forward to helping you in the future!

June 8, 2009 9:08 AM
 

David Butler CAPT USN said:

Thanks for all wonderful customer service. I really appreciate being able to buy AMERICAN MADE parts there.

June 9, 2009 11:41 AM
 

Jerard said:

I love Late Model Restoration Supply ! ! !

June 12, 2009 11:10 AM
 

Lee said:

looking for a 1979 to 1982 Mustang Bumper Cover?

June 17, 2009 3:49 PM
 

Melvyn Stewart Rivera said:

Where can I get an IVR (instrument panel voltage regulator) for an 84 mustang conv.? Besides getting another panel from junkyard...

( maybe same problem) or Florida 5.0 cluster (expensive!). All gauges read erratically at same time... at half gauge or 3/4  or 1/4? Have tested IVR an reading fluctuates 4.0v to 6.8 v . Any advise will be appreciated.

June 19, 2009 9:56 AM
 

jmac said:

Lee - Unfortunatel both the original & reproduction 79-82 bumper covers have been discontinued.  The only way to source one at this time is to find a good used one.

Melvyn Stewart Rivera - Yep, your's is definately not doing its job as voltage should not exceeed 5v to the cluster.  Unfortunately the 84-86 IVR is no longer available new.  I have had luck in taking faulty IVRs to local electronics repair shops & having them repaired.

June 19, 2009 10:58 AM
 

Brad said:

I ordered the 1993 ashtrat repair kit. It's not much of a kit, but it seems to work. One complaint, for the price, how about one extra screw of each. They can break easily or get lost. Then what?  2 extra cents might save your clients a lot of trouble.

June 21, 2009 5:41 AM
 

Zacky Lee Bondo Jr said:

I have a 91 GT hatchback that my wife and I are restoring. The car just came back from a full on body and paint resto, and looks great. The next item is an exhaust from the heads, all the way to the rear bumper. I would like to know if there is a "kit" available, all by the same manufacturer ( MAC, Pypes whoever ) that we can purchase guaranteeing a proper fit, with all gaskets, clamps, hangers etc, for a complete " out of the box" install. I want the headers, off road "X" pipe, muffs and over axle pipes.

June 22, 2009 3:24 PM
 

jmac said:

Zacky Lee Bondo Jr - While it doesn't stay with just one brand, my exhaust setup suggestion would consist of BBK shorty headers(BBK-1515), BBK off road x-pipe(BBK-1661), & Pypes catback(PYP-SFM10V).  This will provide you with great fit, awesome sound, & a bolt on installation.  This setup will reuse all of your stock hangers, but if you need new ones take a look at PYP-HFM79 Tailpipe Hangers & PYP-MHV6 Muffler Hangers.

June 23, 2009 9:50 AM
 

Chris Kutach said:

Why can't I find all interior plastic pieces for a 1993 Mustang GT 5.0, seems that you can find some but not all that is needed to do a complete interior restoration.

June 25, 2009 2:01 PM
 

Anthony said:

I am looking for a 93 gt bodykit that will fit on an lx, could I buy a gt kit for a gt would it fit on the lx?

June 25, 2009 11:44 PM
 

carroll guercio said:

i need to find a conv. top frame for my 89 mustange gt   the metal parts are old &broken        i have the canvas top now i need the metal frame      thanks carroll

June 26, 2009 7:54 AM
 

jmac said:

Chris Kutach - As of right now, the cost of reproducing all the panels (such as the 1/4 trim panels) is so cost prohibitive that no one would be able to afford the finished product.  The Ford tooling still exists & the company that currently possesses them is working very hard to find a way to bring all of these missing pieces to market.

Anthony - You can use GT ground effects on an LX so long as you use the GT ground effects brackets LRS-10214-K.

carroll guercio - Unfortunately the top frames & pieces for 83-93 Mustang are no longer available new.  Contact Prestige Mustang @ 404-294-4869 as they probably have a stock of good used pieces to get you going again.

June 26, 2009 2:25 PM
 

Collin said:

i have a 1990 Lx. it has a sunroof and the seal on the outer edge of the actual window is shot. do you have a replacement for it? and is there anyway to get a replacement latch for the sunroof

June 30, 2009 11:15 PM
 

jmac said:

Collin - We have both parts you are looking for!  The Mustang Sunroof Glass Weatherstrip is part # LRS-50250 & the Mustang Sunroof Latch is part # LRS-51452A.

July 1, 2009 10:00 AM
 

John Mingay said:

I have a '88 5.0 GT convertable. The rear tail lights have the original louvered covers and are starting to crack in several places.

I have not been able to find these louvered covers in any catalog or magazine including L.R.S.

Do they exist? I would like to keep the car as original as possible.

I have ordered several parts from LRS and have been very happy  with the parts and service!

All I need now is a new top and seats to finish the restoration. I'm not sure I want to go back to the original leather seats due to the cost. Is there a good vinyl or combo vinyl/leather seat or seat cover available ?

Thanks for your help and keep up the good quality work!

John

July 1, 2009 11:22 AM
 

sonny smith said:

what about kickpanels for 79-87, can you help me??????

July 1, 2009 12:18 PM
 

jmac said:

John Mingay - Unfortunately the louvered, or "cheese grater" as some call them, GT tail lights are no longer available new.  As of right now, there are no reproductions on the horizon, but that doesn't mean that there won't be.  Check with Prestige Mustang @ 404-294-4869 as they probably have a stock of good used lenses or assmblies they could set you up with.  

Our vinyl upholstery shares the same grain as the leather.  People often mistake the vinyl for leather because of the high quality & soft finish.  I do not feel that you would be dissapointed if you chose that route versus leather.

We definately appreciate the kind words & we look forward to serving your Mustang parts needs in the future!

July 1, 2009 4:26 PM
 

jmac said:

sonny smith - As of right now, kick panels are not available new, but we do have one of our vendors working on it!

July 1, 2009 4:28 PM
 

jjca71 said:

Hi'--- I HAVE A 1980 FORD MUSTANG AND I need a rocket panel RH; I need a rear molding Rh too...but I live in mexico....san you send me this parts form Usa to mexico??? thanks a lot

July 4, 2009 6:40 PM
 

dambear said:

I love my 86GTconvrt,,88LXconvrt.,92LX notch,&93LXconvrt.so much, thank you for your help in keeping them looking and running like new! keep up the good work and keep trying too get your vendors to make those parts that are " no longer available new " so fox bodies can live forever!

July 5, 2009 11:15 PM
 

jmac said:

jjca71 - We have the rocker panel under part # LRS-20200A, but unfortunately the rear molding is unavailable.  We can ship to Mexico, please contact one of our sales reps & they'll get you a freight quote.

dambear - You are quite welcome!  We will continue to work hard & stay on the forefront of the ever-changing market.  We definately appreciate your patronage & look forward to serving you in the future!

July 6, 2009 9:57 AM
 

fredfifty said:

as far as interior goes, what other years will fit my 89 notchback?

July 21, 2009 2:40 PM
 

jmac said:

fredfifty - Most pieces interchange from 87-93, however the quarter trim panels are 87-89 specific as well as the instrument cluster & instrument cluster trim.

July 21, 2009 3:33 PM
 

Travis90 said:

There is also an underdrive pulley kit that is in the catalog that I cannot find. It includes pullies, belts, and an AC delete kit. Is it one of those discontinued parts?

July 22, 2009 7:50 PM
 

Lance said:

I have never come here and not found what i needed!

thank you for giving me a good place to spend money on my 1990 Fox

July 22, 2009 10:05 PM
 

jmac said:

Travis90 - It sounds like you are referring to the Off Road Accessory Drive Kit under part # LRS-3511K.

Lance - Thanks for the kind words!

July 23, 2009 9:05 AM
 

swatcat531 said:

i have an 89 fox body i need the weather stripping for the rear window any ideas im out<<<?

September 12, 2009 6:58 PM
 

jmac said:

swatcat531 - The rear window glass is sealed from the factory with butyl ribbon sealer.  Autozone carries a windshield installation kit that consists of a roll of ribbon sealer long enough to re-seal most any windshield or back glass.  Or if you prefer professional installation, most glass shops with re seal a window for $50-$100 using urethane adhesive.

September 14, 2009 9:28 AM
 

Alex302 said:

i have an 88 fox GT.... i need a new front and rear bumper cover for it. I was able to locate the front on your site, do you also carry the rear bumper cover?

October 23, 2009 2:41 PM
 

jmac said:

October 23, 2009 3:33 PM
 

Eric S. said:

My dad and I am restoring a '90 mustang gt, but we have an ignition problem, the key spins freely and the car won't start. We've replaced the ignition lock cylinder and the problem still exsist. Any Solution? Is there a hardware kit to replace along with the lock cylinder?

November 18, 2009 8:49 AM
 

jmac said:

Eric S. - Have you removed the ignition switch to see if the lock cylinder is actuating the rod that connects the 2?  Also check to see if the ignition switch slides freely or if it has a bit of tension & clicks in to its appropriate positions.

November 18, 2009 12:39 PM
 

Eric S. said:

Will do Thanks jmac! It maybe a while but i will respond and let you know how it turns out...

November 18, 2009 8:20 PM
 

Duncan said:

Does any know if anyone repops the 87-89 convertible rear window switch bezel?  It looks almost identical to the 82-86 window switch bezel LRS-14528F. www.latemodelrestoration.com/.../LRS-14528F

November 24, 2009 11:45 PM
 

jmac said:

Duncan - Let me look in to it & see if they are indeed the same part.

December 3, 2009 5:19 PM
 

carlos said:

where i can find the cowl vent cover cheap? for mustang 99, thank you

January 11, 2010 9:19 PM
 

jmac said:

carlos - The only cowl vent cover available as of this time is the Ford original piece & unfortunately it doesn't fall in to the cheap category.  Unless you are able to find one used, I'm afraid a new Ford one is your only replacement option.

January 19, 2010 5:16 PM
 

sterling said:

can anybody tell me who are selling 1989-1993 mustang gt tailights i need 2 pairs

January 23, 2010 6:55 PM
 

jmac said:

sterling - as of right now the 87-93 Mustang GT Taillights are unavailable new, but can still be found used.  However, we do have a supplier working on these right now & a reproduction should be available later this year!

January 26, 2010 10:53 AM

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