28 mpg converts to 33.6 mpg in the UK.
A UK gallon is 1.2 US gallons.
A UK gallon is 1.2 US gallons.
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1993 Ford Lightning SVT found
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SacCyclone
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Earlier today i was talking to another friend of mine who purchased a black Lightning the same day as this truck was purchased, they were friends and wanted to see what all the fuss was about regarding the Lightning trucks that had just been delivered to the dealership. Needless to say their wives were not happy and they were told they could no longer hang out together. LOL
Anyway, Dave said that he took the black Lightning out for a track day at Laguna Seca and told me he was amazed at how well the truck stuck to the track and how fast it was down the straights. Reminds me of a 1967 El Camino with a 396 BBC and 4 speed trans that was whooping the pants off mustangs, corvettes and BMW's at Thunder Hill Raceway a few years back.
Just goes to show that with some engineering and proof of concept, unlikely vehicles can be set up to handle really well.
Anyway, Dave said that he took the black Lightning out for a track day at Laguna Seca and told me he was amazed at how well the truck stuck to the track and how fast it was down the straights. Reminds me of a 1967 El Camino with a 396 BBC and 4 speed trans that was whooping the pants off mustangs, corvettes and BMW's at Thunder Hill Raceway a few years back.
Just goes to show that with some engineering and proof of concept, unlikely vehicles can be set up to handle really well.
MaximG
Well-Known Forum User
Thats for the standard truck, the ticket estimate is 17 at best.
SacCyclone
Club Member
Due in part to the 410 rear end gears for sure.
SacCyclone
Club Member
After a week in the shop, the Lightning is now road worthy.
New Hankook directional tires mounted balanced on factory rims, fluids changed, complete tune up, fuel tanks dropped and cleaned and new pumps installed. Suspension bits replaced along with a slew of other items.
Fresh fuel today and a energetic gallop down the road, she runs like a top and pulls really hard.
Air con works beautifully as it was about 35 C today.
Called the detail shop for cut and polish but they are busy for a few weeks. Also scheduled a body shop visit as the bonnet will get a new coat of paint.
Will remove the truck bed tonneau cover fixings as the cover is shredded anyway, lucky it is a clamp on and not drilled.
Few pics at the petrol station.
New Hankook directional tires mounted balanced on factory rims, fluids changed, complete tune up, fuel tanks dropped and cleaned and new pumps installed. Suspension bits replaced along with a slew of other items.
Fresh fuel today and a energetic gallop down the road, she runs like a top and pulls really hard.
Air con works beautifully as it was about 35 C today.
Called the detail shop for cut and polish but they are busy for a few weeks. Also scheduled a body shop visit as the bonnet will get a new coat of paint.
Will remove the truck bed tonneau cover fixings as the cover is shredded anyway, lucky it is a clamp on and not drilled.
Few pics at the petrol station.
uk66fastback
Club Member
Wonderful Mike!
SacCyclone
Club Member
Ok, so like most of the cars that sit in the Cali sun, not only are they sunbaked but an invitation goes out to Mickey and Minnie for hotel accommodations.....
Spent several hours with degreaser and a strong brush to rid of years of dirt and grime etc.
Happy with the results...
Spent several hours with degreaser and a strong brush to rid of years of dirt and grime etc.
Happy with the results...
You are just showing off now.
Why is the 'slam panel' (radiator support) grey? My first thought is that it's been replaced but I doubt it on that truck (and it has 'stickers' on it suggesting it's original).
Why is the 'slam panel' (radiator support) grey? My first thought is that it's been replaced but I doubt it on that truck (and it has 'stickers' on it suggesting it's original).
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uk66fastback
Club Member
If only the paint on the outside of that 'hood' was the same as the inside! Great work Mike, must have been a few hours spent there.
SacCyclone
Club Member
Great eye Rob, yes i thought it was a little strange as well so I removed the front grill and had a look...all the metal looked untouched and in factory condition. Pulled some pics off the internet for 93 Lightnings and found that some panels were body color and some were like mine in grey paint. Don't know why that is but maybe a check with the National Lightning Club Owners FB page will answer the question.You are just showing off now.
Why is the 'slam panel' (radiator support) grey? My first thought is that it's been replaced but I doubt it on that truck (and it has 'stickers' on it suggesting it's original).
Pics of Other Lightnings I found on the internet in Red and Black>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Oh no it's even 'mint' under there!
Amazing truck.
Amazing truck.
SacCyclone
Club Member
Back from the detail shop today......to paint next week for bonnet and wing. Very happy with the results so far. She's a beauty.
uk66fastback
Club Member
If that truck was imported to the UK, there'd be 22% duty payable - ! Beautiful looking wagon.