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Thanks for creating this piece Hein! You have a customer right here when you perfect the prototype. My S650 is off the road waiting for spring and I've been seeing all of the DIY options folks out there are coming up with. I was holding my breath for Ford to at least issue a TSB on this if...

I'll never get sick of hyping up the X-Plan through MCA. Such an easy way to save thousands (not DH models)! Search this forum for more info.

Thanks Dena. I threw the cover over my convertible about 10 weeks ago and disabled as many vampire features as I could find to turn off. I won't start it up again until April unless March in New England is above average nice. I have charged the battery at the end of Nov. & Dec. and my...

Thanks for your post dusman59. I had no idea that my 20+ yr old charger was damaging the battery. I'll buy the correct charger today! I've charged twice so far for a few hours @ 10 A. "...voltage greater than 15 volts can overheat an AGM and generate enough pressure to pop its safety valve...

That's what I used to do with my S197, but I'd take it around the block until my tires worked out their flat spots and get everything up to temp after sitting for a month. I've checked around, and the consensus with the mechanics I've spoken to is to leave it alone. Connect a battery tender...

I agree with Interstellar. Third-party warranties are motivated to sell you a product, then do all they can to deny a claim. Paid claims hurt their bottom line, so your interests are not aligned. Not that the manufacturer is much better, but at least you cut out the "who is going to pay for...

Hey that's great! I'm glad you're close to getting the Mustang of your dreams and save a few bucks too. When it's time to order, document no window etching, no LoJack, no PPF or ceramic coatings...nothing that raises the price. Gwt those services elsewhere for less if interested. I bought the...

Yeah I was navigating through menu screens every start-up until I found the favorite button. Now it's engine on, favorite button (track mode), and roll out! Well, in 2024 when it's nicer outside, anyway.

Please don't pay MSRP! Search for X-Plan on this forum. If you ordered the car tomorrow you wouldn't have it in 90 days, so it's worth the membership to MCA.

CarCover.com is running a promotion this weekend: 60% off + 20% off with code USA20.

I rented a S550 in August and brought it back to Avis because that constant whine was driving me crazy. I thought it was the audio system at first. Thankfully my S650 has been quiet so far.

Thanks for clearing that up. I couldn't figure out how to install them, and honestly didn't dig into it much deeper after I learned of potential damage to the top. My understanding is if the top stays retracted for a long period of time, it will have a tough time closing later and will have to...

...and that's why I bought a GT Premium! Maybe DH is worth it for track guys, but seeing as convertibles are not allowed on the track, I'm happy with my purchase other than this strange hole behind the front tires designed to ... collect gravel? Hope a fix is issued by Ford before I tack...

Great write-up! I would consider adding: Pre-Delivery Document No VIN window etching, no LoJack, no PPF/ceramic (literally go anywhere else), no ADM - confirm the retail price and any A, D, X, or Z plan incentives if buying anything but a DH. Research X-Plan and Mustang Club of America on...

Thanks! " the turning over of the engine with the pedal to the floor " That sounds like high risk to me. I don't even move the car (any car) until the RPMs settle down after the initial higher revs for exactly the purpose mentioned - making sure everything is well coated in oil before...

Absolutely agree on this point! I sold my S197 at the height of the used car market and busted my ass for a year working side jobs and saving all I could so I could be in a position to buy without financing. It was really hard to stay disciplined, but the payoff was worth it. Title is in my...

Good point. It should be about a 6.5 month hibernation, maybe less if it's unseasonably warm. It'll be objective #1 when it's back to daily use.

Good to know, thanks Dena! I always topped off because I didn't want any room for condensation. It is going to go several months without additional gas. I plan to run it long enough for everything to get to operating temp and smooth out any flat spots monthly. I do haul out the battery...

I know Ford recommends an oil change going into and coming out of storage, but that seems wasteful. I am planning an early oil change right at the start of the season next year. I figured with only 1k miles on it, the engine would forgive me if I gave until spring. I haven't heard about...

Well, 6 weeks and 1,000 miles later, I find the days getting shorter and cooler. I bought the convertible for top-down cruising, and driving with the top up just isn't as fun for me. Now that I'm getting hit with leaves as I drive, it's time to store her today. Here's my storage protocol...