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A Few Questions...

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Posted by: 98MK8

Hello. I have a couple questions regarding my 98 Mark VIII LSC.

1. Is there anywhere I can order the drivers' side monochromatic replacement mirror off the internet for cheaper than dealer price? Or even a replacement that's not monochromatic. Any resources?

2. Where can I order a neon taillight ballast. Mine doesn't come on at all whatsoever, so i'm assuming it'd be the ballast. Anywhere that carries them over the internet, new, and is cheaper than Ford?

3. What does everyone recommend for my 98, for a "shift kit"?

Thanks in advance!

Posted by: 1wykdmk8

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Originally Posted by 98MK8

Hello. I have a couple questions regarding my 98 Mark VIII LSC.

1. Is there anywhere I can order the drivers' side monochromatic replacement mirror off the internet for cheaper than dealer price? Or even a replacement that's not monochromatic. Any resources?

Give Max a call at 5 Star Ford 1-800-866-1520 ext. 236 and he should be able to help, he has awesome prices.

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Originally Posted by 98MK8

2. Where can I order a neon taillight ballast. Mine doesn't come on at all whatsoever, so i'm assuming it'd be the ballast. Anywhere that carries them over the internet, new, and is cheaper than Ford?

Go here for all your neon ballast needs.....trust me you will save MAJOR cash.

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Originally Posted by 98MKM8

3. What does everyone recommend for my 98, for a "shift kit"?

Thanks in advance!

I prefer the Baumann kit, but that is just personal preference. There is nothing wrong with the J-Mod but I would hate to drill the wrong hole, so I have stayed away from that. I have/had the Baumann kit and LOVED it. I had it on the highest setting. Now, if you plan on getting a chip at some time in the future, make sure you remember to tell them that you already have a shift kit in your tranny so they can make adjustments in the programming for it.

Hope that helps a bit!!

Posted by: 98MK8

Thank you VERY MUCH!! I called max at Five star and spoke with him. Real nice guy. I've also been trying to get ahold of Bauman, but they must not be open yet. And i'm going to go with Bauman, and get the neon ballast from the link you gave me. I'm going to try emailing him first though. Thank you, i appreciate the help!

Posted by: unity

If Max's price is still high for the real thing, you can get a replacement no thrills glass from eBay for $14 shipped.

Posted by: 98MK8

I'd rather spend the $15 dollars and be done with it, but i don't know how much it will stick out

Posted by: LINCBRA

my friend has had a transgo and i/he like it... my other friend had a transmission shop do a jmod to his, first his 2nd gear went out, and now his third gear is gone...