[Boatwaco]

Lol, well, can you say I was excited?

I did the install in 6 hours. Started at 6 am and finished at 12pm. Then I had to clean up all the tools etc and start the truck, datalog etc, but the install was 6 hours.

I wish I could get 6 consecutive hours to sleep, let alone work on my truck!

 

[Boatwaco]

If I can't be happy with a very low 12 sec truck, then I need help!

I think there are support groups in case you change your mind.

 

[Boatwaco]

I had a ‘79 Mustang turbo 2.3L 4-speed with a generous 132 hp. I had to look up stats and found: zero-to-sixty times of 9.1 seconds and ran the quarter in 17.4 seconds at 82 mph. ( 1979 Ford Mustang Turbo First Drive: Old School Turbo Power ).
I don’t miss the late ‘70’s at all, car wise.

 

[Boatwaco]

I would think replacing the Corsa with the Magnaflow would let the sound from the Magnaflow be better heard.
Maybe?

 

[Boatwaco]

Yeah, but I’d only be extending it by maybe 8 inches if I did that.

8” impresses a lot of people!

 

[Boatwaco]

I prefer a side exit exhaust too.

 

[Boatwaco]

Also, I ordered some white door handle covers, time to cover up the last bit of chrome.

What do you guys think, should I get white mirror caps or keep them black like they are?

I agree with @bentruby - do what you like!
But since you asked - I would go with white caps. And red tow hooks - but that's just me.

 

[Boatwaco]

@boostkingMatt - I know a guy with a pair of gently used OEM black tow hooks; he may be willing to sell them...?

 

[Boatwaco]

Also, I ordered some white door handle covers, time to cover up the last bit of chrome.

What do you guys think, should I get white mirror caps or keep them black like they are?

White?

He's referring to the first quoted post ^^

 

[Boatwaco]

Find A Retailer - PLASTI DIP®

plastidip.com

 

[Boatwaco]

Nicely done
You learn fast

I agree and no kidding on being a fast learner. It took me 4 days to decide to just swap an antenna and 4 weeks to paint an exhaust tip black.

 

[Boatwaco]

Yes I used Rustoleum high heat ultra semi gloss black for BBQ’s and such. I found it at Home Depot and it had a higher temp rating than the high heat paints at the auto parts stores. Somewhere around 1200* I recall.
Since I was painting a 3 year old chrome tip I first cleaned and degreased then wet sanded it to have a surface for the paint to adhere to.
I used numerous thin coats literally every few days over 4 weeks. It was a naturally baked on finish from the Texas sun.

PS. The paint comes in white too if you really want to do something unique!

 

[Boatwaco]

I’m worried that the color of the handles aren’t exactly the same as the Oxford but we’ll see.

I’ve heard people say over the years that there are challenges matching the Oxford white. Go figure?

 

[Boatwaco]

Looking at it in full view, I now think the mirror caps in black are a good look. If you change to white mirror caps it might look like a marshmallow sticking out from the fender.
Try just wrapping them with white contact paper to see how it looks before making a commitment.

 

[Boatwaco]

I would suggest you check the prices for new as a comparison:
Wheels | Fairway Ford Parts

 

[Boatwaco]

Do you guys think those wheels would look ok on the truck since I have the black and white theme going on? @Boatwaco the color scheme king, what do you think?

I think the proposed grey wheels will look just OK. The inner black sections will tie into the black accents on your truck very nicely.
But - in my opinion compared ti your current black wheels you will most likely think that these will look almost chrome in contrast. You’ll get accustomed to them but may visually think they are too much like chrome wheels at first. It’s just an adjustment in your minds eye.
One of the things I liked most about my truck when I was shopping around was the black wheels tying into the overall accents. My wheels are called “Tarnished dark”.
Maybe look for wheels that are darker?
Just my opinion- I could be wrong.

 

[Boatwaco]

Keep looking. Wheel deals pop up all the time on FB marketplace and eBay. Also, if you have a local or not too far away truck customizing shop that sells truck loads of wheels, tell them what you’re looking for and see if they can connect you with any customers replacing their wheels. May people have no room to store 4 wheels and might be happy to offset their after market wheel cost with selling you their old set.

 

[Boatwaco]

That looks really nice. I didn’t realize it was a sticker! Is that yellowing tacky at all, like glue residue?

 

[Boatwaco]

Thanks. Yeah it was a special sticker from American trucks by SEC10 decals. No it’s not tacky, just kinda like discolored the paint.

@GearHead_1 - from your paint finish and detailing background - have you seen this and is this yellowing in the clear coat or paint? Do you know if a mild polish can take it away?

 

[Boatwaco]

Just sent for a test kit from Blackstone.

For the yellow paint?