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endem · Joined: 26 Feb 2011 Posts: 8

I need to replace my rear shocks and don't know whether to use '88 Mustang LX spec units or something else as I believe the ASCs had modified suspensions.
Also can a K&N cold air induction work with the '88's engine management system?
Any info is greatly appreciated.

MRBRUSER · Joined: 26 Dec 2007 Posts: 51 Location: NYC

rear shocks for a 5.0 mustang lx or gt are the same. i have kyb shocks and quad shocks for front and back they worked real good is it a k&n filter or a kit
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endem · Joined: 26 Feb 2011 Posts: 8

Thanks for the reply.

I'm thinking of buying a K&N kit + filter but don't know which engine management system is in my car. I read some where that they changed in '89 but that some '88s had the new system.

plumkrazy · Posted: Sat Sep 24, 2011 11:19 pm Post subject:

I have been installing Monroe Sensi-trac struts and shocks on many mustangs and capri's. Some lowered and or Conv. and ASC stangs and Capri with no compaints.

just my 2 cents

85asc239 · Joined: 01 Nov 2010 Posts: 93 Location: Lansing MI

Califorinia cars have mass air in 88 - all other cars are speed denisity. Does your car have a sensor between the air filter box and throttle body? If yes - you have have mass air and need the 88-93 kit---- if no sensor then you need 86-88 kit.

Jeremy

ps. the rear upper shock bolts are under the carpet, under the tonnuo cover. you may want to get some spray glue to put the carpet back down.

MRBRUSER · Joined: 26 Dec 2007 Posts: 51 Location: NYC

welcome
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1966 lincoln convertible
1971 Chevelle convertible ls3
1987 Grand national
1988 asc coyote swapped
1993 coupe 347 stroker
2016 Shelby GT350

endem · Joined: 26 Feb 2011 Posts: 8

Thanks for the replies fellas.

Jeremy, What does the sensor look like?

85asc239 · Joined: 01 Nov 2010 Posts: 93 Location: Lansing MI

The sensor has three wires. It is set in an alumunin housing. It is mounted to the fender inbetween the air filter and the throttle body. Should look like this:

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/parts/Cardone-Reman-Mass-Air-Flow-Sensor/1989-Ford-Mustang/_/N-ihaxeZ9gsmv?counter=0&itemIdentifier=27815_0_0_

Jeremy

endem · Joined: 26 Feb 2011 Posts: 8

Thanks for the link. Looks like I have the 49 state version as the fender mounted gizmo in that position is black and rectangular with one wire.

ps: My car is an "88, #974, Silver w blue top and interior.