This page contains the names and descriptions of all articles published in Mustang Monthly during 1989; It does not contain the text of the articles — rather, it is a guide to assist you in locating which back issue might contain the information you need.
Mustang Monthly – January 1989
How To Rebuild A 4-Speed Transmission
- Offload the Toploader’s warn bearings, seals, and synchros.
How To Upgrade ’87-’88 Mustang Stereos
- A 60-second swap for better sounds.
How To Rebuild A Mustang Door Hinge
- Make that door swing easier with a simple Ford kit.
How To Convert To Five-Lug Wheels
- We replace ’79-’89 stock Mustang axles and rotors with SVO parts.
Gusto In The Gardens
- Fine Mustangs, nice weather, good show at Cypress Gardens.
Cj, Before And After
- The second restoration on a ’68-1/2 Cobra Jet made a difference.
A Need For Speed
- David McCracken met a ’66 GT-350 seller halfway.
Street Duty Trans-Am Terror
- Jeff Fulan’s Grabber Yellow ’69 Boss 302 storms the trophy circuit.
Gt For The Good Times
- A certain ’65 convertible needed the Richard Porter touch.
Rainy Day Beauty
- Dave Dickey’s ’67 hardtop has no problem with bad weather.
Saleen Simulation
- Lee Stauffacher does research with his ’88 Saleen look-alike.
How To Install A Saleen Aero Package
- Flex fiberglass muscle on your late-model LX Mustang.
An Index To Mustang Monthly For 1988
- Ken Sluys’ listing of last year’s articles and topics.
Mustang Monthly – February 1989
How To Stop Fastback Roof Vent Leaks
- A quick solution to interior water stains and floor pan rust.
Welcome To…”The Price Is Ripe”
- …with your host, Carroll Shelby! Come on down!
5.0l Performance Parts And Hints
- Bolt-on horsepower for your late-model Mustang.
Details, Details
- Tony Dreier’s Silver Frost 1966 K-GT fastback.
Rent A Ruckus
- Bob and Carol Jennings’ ’66 Shelby GT-350H.
Wish List Whirlwind
- Richard Florence explains his one-owner ’69 GT-350.
Mustang-Itis, Shelby Style
- Mike Williams’ two-decade affliction, and his ’67 GT-350.
Subject To Change
- Jack Nowak’s ’64-1/2 Rangoon Red California Convertible.
The Duke Of Boss
- Bob Perkins has created a one-man Ford kingdom in Wisconsin.
Track Time – Like The Big Time!
- Go fast and have fun with no flashing blue lights in your mirror.
How To Identify Mustang Voltage Regulators…
- Bob Perkins offers a concours guide to vintage equipment.
Mustang Monthly – March 1989
How To Pre-Plan Your Mustang Restoration
- Looking ahead, in however many steps you need…
The American Pony Drive
- A European caravan of Mustangs plan to join the birthday party.
How To Improve 5.0l Mustang Handling
- First steps to benefit late model road performance.
Four Seats, And Nineteen Options!
- A ’67 GTA convertible offers good looks and total convenience.
Racing Replication
- Phil Roberts stays hot in his Trans-Am style Boss 302.
Marsico’s “Big 6”
- A sixth sense tells us John Marsico’s engine is a workhorse.
By All Means: “King Of The Read” J.F.
- Ponder’s ’68 Shelby GT-500KR sings a strong song.
Converted To Cobra
- Bruce Weiss prefers his original ’66 GT-350 to a Ferrari. Of course.
Saleen Ssc – The Limited Edition
- First views of a special 300-horse Mustang.
How To Identify Concours Electrical Pieces
- An I.D. Guide to Mustang starter relays, coils, and distributor caps.
Mustang Monthly – April 1989
Pleasure Of Ownership
- Bob and June Olsen found the ’66 hardtop they wanted.
Editors’ Choice
- The “guys in the office” pick the Ultimate Mustang.
The Best Of 25 Years
- In Photographs: Ford’s Finest Quarter Century
Brochure Twin
- A ’73 Mach 1 was ordered to match the dealer brochure.
Premier Shelby
- Bill Bush’s 1967 GT-500 climbs the ladder of perfection.
The Start Of An Era
- Bob Deale’s Rangoon Bed ’64-1/2 Convertible
Quick Pony Goes Twelves!
- Traditional Tricks launch a Contemporary Coupe.
Jet Propelled
- Wayne Smallwood’s Cobra Jet ’70 Mach 1
How To Rebuild A Front Suspension
- We overhaul the steering end of a ’73 Mustang.
Perseverance Pays
- Byron Ruble insists on driving his ’69 SCJ Mach 1.
A Legend Turned Twenty
- The Mustang ’20th Anniversary Limited Edition Model.
Rite Of Passage
- Ron Messer’s Boss 302 eases his move from youth to adult.
Time Capsule
- Vintage Champ from ’79: Clay Holland’s 1968 Hardtop
How To Identify Big Block Smog Control Parts
- An I.D. Guide to 428 CJ and 390 GT Thermactor Systems.
A Mustang For A Perfect World
- Larry Dobbs requests that we “Let him dream.”
Mustang Monthly – May 1989
How To Install A Convertible Top
- We replace the soft top of a ’66 Mustang
Convertible Values: Is Blue Sky The Limit?
- When the top goes down, the price goes up!
National Club Listing
- Every six months we tell you where to find Mustang Clubs. Go join!
Treasure Hunt
- David Wall’s top ranked ’68 GT-500 convertible.
Top Gold In Green Country
- David Mordecai’s Lime Gold ’67 convertible.
Attention Getter
- Convertible compliments are Michael Greene’s favorite awards.
Fun Wheels R. C.
- Hill’s ’65 GT-350 beats ’em all, on four wheels.
Personal Choice
- Raymond Smith’s ’67 Mustang had a color identity crisis. No problem.
Whitemare
- This ’69 Mach 1 dream lets Gary Chase sleep at night.
The Quest For Kokomo
- We go looking for Paradise in a new Mustang GT convertible.
Mustang Monthly – June 1989
25 Most Common Mustang Problems –& Strategies To Solve Them
- We urge you not to give up the ship.
How To Adjust ’65-’66 Convertible Windows
- Tilts, shims, and whammies to make ’em all fit.
How To Convert Late Models To Dual Exhaust
- Factory pieces will convert an ’84 GT to twin pipes.
How To Brace The Mustang Engine Box
- Gain handling through underhood structural stiffening.
Remanufactured Rollover
- Steve Markham’s ’66 2+2 has led two lives.
A King And Two Aces
- Mike and Suzan Taylor own Red, White, and Blue Shelbys.
Boss Problems
- Not really, with Joe Prussiano’s 1969 Boss 302.
Street Concours Champ
- John Murphy’s Springtime Yellow ’66 convertible drives home winners.
Medium Riser, Maybe
- Dave Robb is researching the wild pony power in his ’67 GT-500.
Ford Man: Public And Private
- Dan Elliott’s memory machine: a ’71 Boss 351
The Max Ragged Edge
- Gary Clark takes his ’87 Mustang LX where few dare to go.
How To Troubleshoot ’71-’73 Air Conditioners
- Repair hints and tips.
How To Identify Mustang Gas Caps
How To Identify Mustang Radiator Caps
- Two guides for ’64-1/2 through ’73 restorers.
Mustang Monthly – July 1989
How To: Repair ’71-’73 Climate Controls
- Fix-it tips for the two-in-one A/C and heater system.
The Hunt For Red Jet
- Bob Petrie found himself on the trail of a rare Mustang.
Requiem For A Racehorse
- Where is that 25th Anniversary Edition Mustang?
The Favorite Twin
- Dennis Wilcox owns the better of identical ’65 GT fastbacks.
Tale Of The Twist!
- From the archives of Ford History comes an unknown tale.
Storm Warning
- Walt Wise’s ’70 Mach 428 SCJ Twister was one of 24 built.
A Boss… And A Half
- Kelly Schultz’s ’69-1/2 Boss 302
Grand Touring, Automatic
- Louis Salinas’ 1967 Fastback packs in the options.
Last One Out
- Dan Elliott owns the final SVO produced.
American Pony Drive
- Rolling, rolling, rolling…
A First Look: The “M-25” Limited Edition
- One Ford salesman’s solution to the Anniversary Car gap.
Mustang Monthly – August 1989
How To Restore A ’65-’66 Console
- A fresh center of attention for your Mustang.
How To Identify Spark Plug Wires
- A complete guide to vintage Mustang ignition wiring
A Different Driver
- Golf whiz Cheryl Pastore swings a mean ’67 Shelby.
Mustang Muscle: Past And Present
- Does history repeat itself, or do Mustangs get better and better?
How To Rebuild A Late Model Carburetor
- An ’85 GT four-barrel gets vacuumed and dusted.
Reformed Racer
- Jim Thompson’s ’69 Mach 1 Cobra Jet echoes its past.
Classic Corner Cutter
- John Van Prooyen’s vintage racing ’68 hardtop.
Boss Dream (Come True)
- Scott Stefek turned an adolescent yearning into adult reality.
Hot And Hotter’
- Mike Bell has a restoration mania for his ’65 Shelby GT-350.
May To September
- Sal Lorino’s northern ’66 convertible travels summertime only.
Styling A Stormer
- A weekend in the 1989 Saleen Convertible.
The Party Weekend
- A report on the Mustang’s mid-April birthday celebration.
Mustang Monthly – September 1989
How To Buy A Used Mustang
- Finding the right car, at the right price, at the right time.
How To Rebuild A Mustang Brake System
- A ’69-’70 disc/drum guide for all Mustangers.
How To Replace ’69 Glue-In Windows
- Swap ’70 bolt-in door glass into problem ’69 Mustangs.
Too Nice For Dirty Work
- …or “How to restore a ’65 Hi-Po Fastback into retirement.”
Beyond Temptations
- Bryan Reid’s ’67 Mustang hardtop survived its “teenage” years.
Clean And Low
- The new Steeda GT Mustang offers handling, looks, and comfort.
Long Time Coming
- Dave Samuel’s ’70 Boss 302 will never be gone.
Can’t Beat ‘Em? …Buy ‘Em’
- Tired of coming in second, Tommy Gilstrap bought his competition.
E Stands For Economy
- Jim Wichert has found a rare “Special Edition” ’69 Mustang.
A Matched Set
- Mustang luxury, options, gadgets, and convenience for ’69.
In Search Of Mustangs: The Mustang Census
- Celebrating ten years of research: a finished product in sight.
Just Maybe: The Rarest Muscle Mustang
- The ’71 429 Cobra Jet Convertible.
Mustang Monthly – October 1989
How To: Build A Better Late Model 5-Speed
- From standard to heavy duty transmission in 147 easy steps.
Mustang! – The Third Generation
- Need a driver? A ’79-’85 Mustang may be your Best Bet
Fine Gt, Genuine Qt
- Nancy St. Jacques’ 1965 hardtop is a California survivor.
Clean Machine
- A concours correct ’66 California GT convertible.
Mustanger By Matrimony
- Karen Weiss got a ’67 GTA to keep up with her husband.
Restoration Required
- A ’68-1/2 Cobra Jet GT returns from competition.
End Of The Line
- Jimmy Morrison’s ’69 CJ hardtop was a swansong GT.
John Ames… At The Top
- With help from Saleen, this autocross ace intends to stay there.
Big Car Fever
- After showing early Mustangs, George Kennison goes for a ’73 convertible.
The ’90 Mustang Gt
- A performance tradition enters its fourth decade.
Mustang Gts Of The ’60s
- Wild ones, unreal ones, bona fides, phonies, and the right stuff.
How To: Restore Cowl Vents
- The sure and complete way to beat the soggy sneaker blues.
National Club Roster
- Our semi-annual listing of national and international Mustang groups.
Mustang Monthly – November 1989
How To: Use Lead Body Filler
- Auto body perfectionists prefer lead filler over plastic.
The 10 “Best” Mustangs
- A panel of editors picks the top models of the past 25 years.
How To: Install Ford’s Short Throw Shifter
- Motorsport’s upgrade for ’83-’84 factory five-speed shifters.
Fire And Ice
- A ’67 GT convertible brings ocean breezes to a cold heartland.
Rescue Mission
- A finally finished filly: Jerry Wilson’s ’70 Boss 302
Pearl Handled Six-Shooter
- A ’66 fastback that’s out of sight, but not concealed.
Premier Coupe
- Ross Myers re-campaigns the first T/A Mustang.
Golden Glow Of Success
- Tom and Carol Podemski’s ’73 convertible
Mighty Dawg
- This ’69 Cobra Jet will bark the tires in all three gears…
Wild Beauty
- …is what they call a ’64-1/2 steed in southern New Jersey…
Cruisin’ The Coast: ’90 Asc/Mclaren
- A new convertible with another name takes the high road.
How To: Detail A Mustang Exterior
- Correct buffing and waxing procedures will make an old car new.
Summer Snakes On The Ski Slopes
- The 14th Shelby-American Convention at Pocono Raceway
Mustang Monthly – December 1989
How To: Install A 9-Inch Rearend In An ’80s Mustang
- Currie Enterprises has a stronger solution.
I.D. Guide To Mustang Rpm (“Rev”) Limiters
- How to spot a vintage “engine governor.”
How To: Upgrade Your Four-Barrel Carburetion
- A modern improvement for early drivers. The Holley 4010.
The Boss Turns 2o!
- Donald Farr’ says, “Happy Birthday, Boss.”
Pristine Machine
- Al Cogozzi bought his ’69 Boss 302 sight unseen.
Top Of The Heap
- Terry and Cathy Pruiett’s exquisite ’70 Boss 429 Mustang.
By Dawn’s Early Light
- Larry Inman found a ’71 Boss 351 in the wee hours.
Bonus: Boss Poster
- Three years, three engine sizes, a commemorative salute.
North-South Connection
- Gary McKee’s Candyapple Red ’69 Boss 429 completes a set.
Awesome Boss
- Russ Briney’s mint, green ’70 Boss 302.
I. D. Guide To Mustang Undercarriage Detailing
- In Color! We inspect a perfect example of assembly line originality.
The News That Fits – A Look At Club Newsletters
- How Mustang groups communicate with the world of enthusiasts.