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Newboot

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Posted by: newboot

Hello Everyone. I just got my Mark VIII 3wks ago and I can't wait to dress her up. I have a 1995 with only 72000 miles on it. What should I do too her first? Any suggestions?

Posted by: Brozly

Probably want to make sure your suspenssion's in good shape...

Posted by: chickenviii

welcome to lvc!!!!!!!!!!
and in chicago you are close to our godfather Joeychgo!! and many other members, i myself am just west near rockford

Posted by: pepperman

Posted by: Frat-man-du

Basics:
Fluid changes
Brake Flush
Trans (with Mercon V only)
Coolant-make sure the Tech knows about Marks and Cobras and how to purge air pockets).

Now you can play...

Posted by: JC1994

Posted by: JayBay

Brozly is right - go through the suspension. You may be okay for a while, but the closer you get to 100k, the closer your ball joints are to the end of their livelihood. If you're doing it yourself, splurge the extra few dollars for the control arm/ball joint combo setup. You'll get all new bushings as well as the ball joints that way. I ended up finding shot tie rod ends at the same time.