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Steven Bailey is the First Officer and Election Team Leader of The Australian Sex Party - Canberra. Through the arts, education and politics, Steven believes we can make stronger communities and a better world.
His work is replete with aggressive robots, eyeballs and monsters but Genevieve Jacobs writes that cultural icon Reg Mombassa is also a landscape painter who backgrounds his biting art with a love of place. His survey show is at the aMBUSH Gallery now https://t.co/Zmutqu1Si8(1 hour ago)
@CanberraCavalry mascot Sarge’s alter ego Josh Williams will walk 10km in full Sarge ensemble to raise funds for #Lifeline Canberra & get people talking about mental health https://t.co/X5t20j7ScT(3 hours ago)

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Izates, Helena and Monobazos of Adiabene
A Study on Literary Traditions and History
This book is the first ever monograph on the family of royal converts from Adiabene including the broader perspective of the cultural and political environment of Hellenistic and Parthian Adiabene. It collects, arranges, and discusses all available sources on the topic.
The study consists of three parts. The first part is devoted to the longest ancient account on the Adiabene royalty from all ancient literature – Josephus, Ant. 20:17–96 (“the Adiabene Narrative”). It examines the Adiabene narrative as Josephus’s conscious literary product with all its rhetorical features and ideological agendas. The second part deals with other sources about the family of royal converts from Adiabene. One chapter is devoted to the Rabbinic traditions about Queen Helena and King Munbaz, another one discusses all Jewish and non-Jewish literary sources that refer to the resting place of Queen Helena and to the palaces of the Adiabene royalty in Jerusalem. Furthermore, it provides an updated discussion of relevant archaeological sites in Jerusalem (Le Tombeau des Rois and the Givati Parking Lot). The third part presents the cultural and political environment of Adiabene from the third century BCE to the third century CE. It discusses all available kinds of sources: geographical and ethnographical texts, archaeological sites, epigraphic and numismatic material, as well as onomastic evidence. One chapter goes on to give a basic chronology of the Adiabene royalty in the Hellenistic and Parthian periods, and the last chapter presents the political environment of Adiabene and Judaea in the context of the international relations between Rome and Parthia in the first century CE.

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Drapetomanía at the Cooper Gallery
New façade designed by David Adjaye
Drapetomanía: Grupo Antillano and the Art of Afro-Cuba will open Thursday, January 29th, at 6:00pm, followed by a roundtable discussion with the artists on Friday at noon.
Coverage of the Hutchins Center MLK Day Screening of 'Selma'
Photo credit: Atsushi Nishijima/Paramount Pictures
Harvard Crimson - 'Selma' Director Responds to Criticism at Hutchins Center Q&A
The Boston Globe - Director DuVernay talks 'Selma' in Somerville
Commentary on the Film, SELMA:
History Design Studio: A Multimedia Exhibition
Now showing in the Rudenstine Gallery at the Hutchins Center (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm). Featuring works by: Amy Alemu, Eric Cervini, Bradley Craig, Mark Duerksen, Nia Evans & Tomashi Jackson, Balraj Gill, John Hulsey, Sandy Plácido, Aylin Tschope, and Benjamin Weber.
I Can't Breathe
Transition offers this forum for responses to the murders of unarmed black Americans by police. Most recently, we have lost Eric Garner, Michael Brown, and Tamir Rice. But also—let’s speak their names—so many others.


Muscle Mustangs & Fast FordsHow To Wheels Tires
20 Things You Need To Know About Tires - Tech
MM&FF's Essential Guide To Learning How The Rubber Meets The Road.
It doesn't matter what type of Mustang (or fast Ford) you drive or where you drive it-be it on the street, at the dragstrip, or on a windy road course-tires are an integral part of your car's setup, and in many cases they will help determine the overall handling characteristics. To say the tires are anything but an essential part of the performance puzzle would be a gross understatement. But for something that is an essential element of our automotive enjoyment, there seems to be a huge number of misconceptions and incorrect information surrounding our round, mostly-rubber buddies, all of which give their rolling lives for our fun and transportation.
With that in mind, we set out to piece together an insightful and informative story about tires in order to help you make the right choices when it comes time to fit your Ford with new rubber. We came up with 20 items for you to consider, and after diving into this guide you'll be better educated and rolling fancy.
1 - Tires Are Not Made Solely Out Of Rubber.
Modern tires are made from a range of materials, with the rubber being mostly synthetic. Carbon black is added to increase strength and toughness, as is Kevlar on some high-performance models. When used in the tire's tread, this combination gives long life. Natural rubber is weaker than the synthetic version, and today it is relegated to use primarily in the tire's sidewalls.
During design and construction, manufacturers balance sidewall stiffness and tread pattern and compound to come up with a tire that will perform in the desired arena. Softer tread compounds provide better grip but wear faster.
2 - Tires Are An Integral Part Of Your Suspension.
They act as a secondary spring during all driving conditions. Your tires absorb the hit on launch at the strip and all the loading in a corner. There is far more to the tire's interaction with the suspension than you may think. You can witness this fact just by watching a NASCAR race on TV, as teams adjust the car's handling by adding or decreasing tire pressure by as little as 1/4-lb of air pressure. Often, going with too short of a sidewall can hurt traction as it limits the tire's ability to remain compliant with anything but pool table-like road surfaces.
3 - What Do All Those Numbers Mean?
Today's tires are a veritable alphabet soup of numbers and letters. The sooner you learn how to decode all this information, the better off you'll be. Let's decode just one size, P235/55R/17. The first letter, P, means the tire is a "P-metric" size, which is designed to be fitted on passenger vehicles. The first set of numbers, 235 is the section width of the tire in millimeters. The next number is the aspect ratio of the tire's sidewall when compared to it's section width. In this case, the sidewall height is 55 percent of the section width. The next letter indicates the internal construction type of the tire, with "R" meaning "radial." The final number is the diameter of wheel this tire requires-17 inches in this case.
4 - What is a contact patch?
The contact patch is the actual "footprint" of the tire contacting the road or track. Believe it or not, the contact patch of most tires is only about the size of your hand, and it is dynamic, meaning it changes as the vehicle goes down the road. During acceleration, cornering, and braking, the area in contact changes shape and size.
5 - Tires Degrade With Age.
This is true, even if they have never been mounted on a wheel. This is due to exposure to ozone and sunlight. Keeping unused tires in a dark, cool, and dry environment will minimize their degradation, but not stop it completely. Poor alignment, improper inflation, and abusive driving can also accelerate tire degredation.


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During the 1940s and early ‘50s, rent parties were an integral part of the Harlem jazz scene. Musicians would show up to jam at someone’s apartment and then pass the hat to raise the next month’s rent money.
On the folk music side, traveling musicians have for years appeared at private house parties in smaller cities and towns while traveling between major city tour stops.
After years of enjoying folk artist house concerts in Northern California, Jeanine Pollak decided to offer some when she moved to Bend.
“In 2006, musician friends called me and said they were coming through town and would I be interested in putting on a house concert for them,” Pollak recalls. “I did and after that put on one concert per year for the next few years.”
Then in 2009, a booking agent got wind of her concerts and helped her up the number of them in her comfortable eastside home to four per year.
“The concerts have taken on a life of their own,” notes Pollak, “I enjoy exposing people to new artists and personally getting to know the artists and their music better?”
Last week, Pollak presented talented Austin, Texas-based guitarist and songwriter, Danny Schmidt. As with all of Pollak’s concerts the atmosphere was relaxed with plenty of interaction between the performer and the audience.
After an hour of playing, Schmidt took a break and the audience moved into Pollak’s small kitchen to feast on all sorts of deserts and sweets that added a special homey touch to the festivities.
Photo by Bob Woodward.

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PropertyOfZack Senior Writer Jesse Richman sat down with No Somos Marineros at SXSW a month ago. We chatted with the band about SXSW, new recordings, their relationship with Topshelf, growing as a band, and more. Check out the interview below!
POZ: Just to start, can I get your names and what you do in the band?
CGS: I’m Carlos [González Soto], I play guitar and [I sing].
AP: I’m Andrés [Pérez], and I play drums.
OR: I’m Oscar [Rubio], and I play guitar.
GF: Gustavo [Farfán], bass.
POZ: So let me start this off by saying, I actually saw you guys last year at SXSW, at the Pearl St. Co-op, when you played over there. And I was really blown away — I thought you were fantastic. I went online to find more info and the one thing I discovered is that — probably because you’re Mexican — everything out there is in Spanish, and there is very little in English about you guys. So to start out I just want to ask the basics. How did you get together? Where are you from? How did you start playing your music?
CGS: We’re based in Mexico City, mostly. Andres and Oscar are friends that go way back; they’ve played together from a long time ago.
AP: Since we were like twelve or thirteen.
CGS: We met through some of our friends. Gustavo had another band. Julio [Muñoz], who’s not here, had another band also. So we all kind of knew each other through music and through other friends. We all got together and started playing.
POZ: How did you guys get into hardcore and emo and that kind of music?
AP: It’s the kind of music we’ve listened to since we were teenagers.
POZ: I guess I don’t even know, is there a big scene in Mexico City? Or in Mexico, generally?
CGS: Like ten, twelve years ago, there was this sprouting of emo in the city.
GF: Actually, that’s the band I played in ten years ago, and that’s where I met Carlos and Andres.
POZ: What was it called?
CGS: Like Oscar Mayer. Like John Mayer [laughs].
GF: That was, like, the result of listening to Glassjaw and Thursday and all that stuff at that time. We liked 90s emo. I think this is just the result of listening to the same music.
CGS: There’s this band that’s kind of big in Mexico called Austin TV. And they kind of led the way in that sort of genre. But we all like their influences — not really Austin TV. Like Joan Of Arc, Cap’n Jazz, Owen…
POZ: So basically every band a Kinsella has been in [laughs].
CGS: We all come from sort of the same school. We all listened to pop punk, and then punk, and then hardcore and emo. Forwards and backwards. That’s how we got to this place.
POZ: So how long ago did you get together as No Somos Marineros?
CGS: 2010, we got together as No Somos Marineros. We became friends through another project, and through other friends, Light & Noise [a collective of photographers, musicians and designers; find out more at www.lightandnoise.tv], we’re all together in that. And we wanted to also make a band, so we started.
POZ: What have you released so far — I’m not sure how far back the music you’ve put out goes, I just know the newest stuff you have online.
CGS: A year and a half ago, we released a three song demo [Demo juvenil en vivo]…
POZ: Oh, was that the first thing you guys had released?
POZ: Ok, I wasn’t sure if there was more out there I didn’t know about.
CGS: No, nothing. Just home recordings of awful stuff, hours and hours of awful stuff [laughs]. And then we released the three song demo. And then we released a single [“Violencia River”] that got played on the radio and stuff. And we recently released a split EP with a Venezuelan band called The ZETA. Like the letter “z”. They played two songs, we played two songs, it was a live recording all the way. That’s our last thing.
POZ: Do you have plans for more recording coming up?
CGS: We do.
OR: Yeah, we plan to, after we finished SXSW… “South By”… we’ve been filming all along our trip. We’re planning a short video of tonight, and then record a song. That’ll be the next song.
CGS: We’re planning to release this song as a single, and then start to pre-produce what we want to hopefully become a full length.
POZ: Are you guys doing that on your own? Is there a label involved?
CGS: Kind of on our own. Light & Noise Records is starting, but that’s also us.
POZ: So your label is you!
OR: Exactly! [Laughs].
CGS: We’ve been approached by some other people back in Mexico who wanted to work with us, but it didn’t really work. So we’re just planning to keep it on our own.

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UK’s Johnson Addresses Israeli Public: ‘Britain Will Not Recognize Annexation’
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned Israel on Wednesday not to go through with its plans for annexing parts of the territories conquered in the 1967 war. In an op-ed published in Israel’s daily Yedioth Ahronoth, Johnson opened by explaining that he considers himself “a close friend, admirer and ally” of Israel who is committed to its security and prosperity. “I am afraid the propositions of annexing Palestinian lands will undermine Israel’s long-term interests,” Johnson continues, warning that the unilateral move will be in violation of international law and will not be recognized by the British government. The prime minister’s letter, translated into Hebrew, was published just two weeks after the UAE’s Ambassador to the United States and Minister of State Yousef Al Otaiba penned his own op-ed in the same paper, cautioning Israeli citizens that any annexation would irretrievably reverse the trend of warming relations and economic cooperation between the Jewish state and the Gulf Arab nations. Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu announced in recent months his plans to annex parts of the West Bank, hoping to receive support from US President Donald Trump, whose “vision for peace” allows for the move while also calling for the creation of a Palestinian state. However, with global opposition to the unilateral move growing by the day, and with the White House seemingly losing interest as the president’s re-election bid grows increasingly problematic, Netanyahu faces an uphill battle to fulfill his main campaign promise.


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South Haven lighthouse changes ownership
Thursday, October 06, 2011 9:46 AM
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Ed Appleyard, Treasurer of the Historical Association of South Haven, stands at the end of the lighthouse pier at Lake Michigan. Appleyard says, that the historical association will be given title of the lighthouse and the lighthouse will become part of the National Park Service, which will require the association to complete a considerable restoration. Mark Bugnaski / Kalamazoo Gazette

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PHP is a powerful tool for making dynamic and interactive Web pages. PHP is the widely-used, free, and efficient alternative to competitors such as Microsoft’s ASP.Â If you are just starting up trying to learn PHP then this post is just what youâ€™re looking for as it list 10 really good books that will get you started well. Of course, the list is subjective and you may have a different list of books in mind.
by Luke Welling, and Laura Thomson
PHP and MySQL Web Development shows how to use these tools together to produce effective, interactive Web applications. It clearly describes the basics of the PHP language, explains how to set up and work with a MySQL database, and then shows how to use PHP to interact with the database and the server.
by Robin Nixon
by Larry Ullman
PHP 6 and MySQL 5 for Dynamic Web Sites: Visual QuickPro Guide provide a winning open source combination. Add this book to the mix, and there’s no limit to the powerful, interactive Web sites that users can create. With step-by-step instructions, complete scripts, and expert tips to guide readers, veteran author and database designer Larry Ullman gets right down to business: After grounding readers with separate discussions of first the scripting language (PHP) and then the database program (MySQL),
by Adam Trachtenberg, and David Sklar
The PHP Cookbook is a collection of problems, solutions, and practical examples for PHP programmers. The book contains a unique and extensive collection of best practices for everyday PHP programming dilemmas. It contains over 250 recipes, ranging from simple tasks to entire programs that demonstrate complex tasks, such as printing HTML tables and generating bar charts — a treasure trove of useful code for PHP programmers, from novices to advanced practitioners.
by David Powers
This version-neutral book is a gentle introduction to Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) that wont overburden you with complex theory. It teaches you the essential basics of OOP that youll need to know before moving onto a more advanced level, and includes a series of pre-packaged scripts that you can incorporate into your existing sites with the minimum of effort.
by Lynn Beighley, and Michael Morrison
Head First PHP & MySQL book teaches you all the essentials of server-side programming, from the fundamentals of PHP and MySQL coding to advanced topics such as form validation, session IDs, cookies, database queries and joins, file I/O operations, content management, and more. Head First PHP & MySQL offers the same visually rich format that’s turned every title in the Head First series into a bestseller, with plenty of exercises, quizzes, puzzles, and other interactive features to help you retain what you’ve learned. Use PHP to transform static HTML pages into dynamic web sites
by Rasmus Lerdorf, Kevin Tatroe, and Peter MacIntyre
“Programming PHP,” 2nd Edition, is the authoritative guide to PHP 5 and is filled with the unique knowledge of the creator of PHP (Rasmus Lerdorf) and other PHP experts. When it comes to creating websites, the PHP scripting language is truly a red-hot property. In fact, PHP is currently used on more than 19 million websites, surpassing Microsoft’s ASP .NET technology in popularity. Programmers love its flexibility and speed; designers love its accessibility and convenience.
by W.J. Gilmore
Beginning PHP and MySQL From Novice to Professional, Third Edition” offers a comprehensive introduction to two of the most prominent open source technologies on the planet: the PHP scripting language and the MySQL database server. Updated to introduce the features found in MySQLs most significant release to date, readers learn how to take advantage of the latest features of both technologies to build powerful, manageable, and stable web applications.
by Matt Zandstra
PHP Objects, Patterns, and Practice, Second Edition shows you how to meld the power of PHP with the sound enterprise development techniques embraced by professional programmers. Going well beyond the basics of object-oriented development, you’ll learn about advanced topics such as working with static methods and properties, abstract classes, interfaces, design patterns, exception handling, and more. You’ll also be exposed to key tools such as PEAR, CVS, Phing, and phpDocumentor.
by Tricia Ballad, and William Ballad
Securing PHP Web Applications will help you master the specific techniques, skills, and best practices you need to write rock-solid PHP code and harden the PHP software you’re already using. Drawing on more than fifteen years of experience in Web development, security, and training, Tricia and William Ballad show how security flaws can find their way into PHP code, and they identify the most common security mistakes made by PHP developers.


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Boat - Two Docked Sailboats Norwalk Ct
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Sailing is a favorite hobby of the people who live in Norwalk, Connecticut because of how close they live to the water and how peaceful and relaxing the water is. Here you see two sailboats at the dock ready to be taken for a sail. The red of the sailboat on the right side is especially striking against the blue water.
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4MULA Energy, the talented Nzema rapper, and songwriter, has once again proven his prowess in the music industry with the release of his latest track titled “Bandit.” This potential banger is produced by the renowned Sly Beats and promises to captivate listeners with its catchy melodies and powerful lyrics. As part of the Vimup Nation label, 4MULA Energy has been consistently delivering hit after hit, and “Bandit” is no exception.
With a string of successful releases such as “Betende,” “Me vi Nzema,” and “Born Great,” 4MULA Energy has been making waves in the music scene. His unique style, combined with his ability to craft meaningful lyrics, has garnered him a loyal fan base. “Bandit” showcases his versatility as an artist, further solidifying his position as one of the rising stars in the industry.
Sly Beats, the producer behind this track, has once again displayed his exceptional talent in creating a captivating beat that perfectly complements 4MULA Energy’s distinctive flow. The combination of the artist’s dynamic delivery and the infectious rhythm of the instrumental makes “Bandit” a true earworm that will leave listeners craving more.
“Bandit” not only showcases 4MULA Energy’s musical abilities but also reflects his growth as an artist. The track delves into themes of perseverance, ambition, and the determination to rise above challenges. With his captivating storytelling, 4MULA Energy takes listeners on a journey through his personal experiences and the struggles he has faced in his pursuit of success. The lyrics resonate with authenticity, allowing fans to connect with the artist on a deeper level.
As with his previous releases, 4MULA Energy encourages his listeners to engage with his music by sharing their thoughts and comments. This interactive approach not only strengthens the bond between the artist and his fans but also provides valuable feedback that helps 4MULA Energy refine its craft.
“Bandit” is now available for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a long-time fan of 4MULA Energy or a newcomer to his music, this track is sure to leave a lasting impression. With its infectious energy, meaningful lyrics, and top-notch production, “Bandit” is a testament to 4MULA Energy’s undeniable talent and his dedication to delivering quality music.


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As the number of young clients increases, North Florida's Guardian Ad Litem program seeks more community support
For any number of reasons, the number of children being helped by North Florida's Guardian Ad Litem program has grown. The foundation that helps the program has a fund-raiser happening this Sunday (7/31) to generate much needed resources for the increased need. The most recent number of kids being helped by the Second Judicial Circuit Guardian Ad Litem program was around 500. Foundation Board Member Tazara Weilhammer said the kids need everything from diapers and blankets to child care fundings.
"This event through the Foundation is going to directly benefit the Guardian Ad Litem program and provide those basic necessities that they need."
She said the family-friendly event will have those who show up literally jumping for joy.
"We're all going to get together at Urban Air Adventure Park at 1644 Governors Square Boulevard from 6 to 10 p.m. on July 31st."
The resulting money will help kids in the Judicial Circuit's six county area: Leon, Wakulla, Gadsden, Franklin, Jefferson and Liberty counties.


text: Nikki McClure lives in Olympia, Washington. A self-taught artist, Nikki combines her studies in science and natural history with her experience as a parent to an adventurous child. Her artwork is cut from a single piece of black paper with an x-acto knife. Nikki has written and illustrated over twelve children’s books. She has published a calendar every year since 1998. Her original artwork has exhibited internationally. Nikki collaborates on furniture design with her husband, and goes on long beach walks with her son.


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Floyds Knobs, Indiana
Set in the rolling terrain of Floyd Knobs, a master plan was created for the immediate surroundings of the home and is intended to be realized over time as each piece of the overall design is implemented. The master plan includes a small napping cabin adjacent to the pond, a swimming pool, vegetable garden, play yard, and an upper terrace, all of which are interconnected with a series of walkways. The substantial amount of elevation changes allowed for separation of spaces, creating a series of rooms in the landscape.


I just looked at a 1988 Lincoln Continental. I'm somewhat familiar with
these cars. I know they're based on the Taurus platform, and have the 3.8
that is notorious for head gasket problems.
On this model year, does anyone know if the car would have had one of the
dreaded early years of the AXOD-E, or was this (as I hope) before the
electronic control was tried on the AXOD?
Secondly, I understand that this car has had the head gasket replacement.
If so, were the replacement head gaskets sufficiently re-engineered so that
they shouldn't prematurely fail again?
Lastly, the only mechanical problem I know of on this car is the air bag
suspension. I know that this was a high failure rate system. What usually
failed? My understanding is that the bags are just slow to pump up and that
they eventually do. Is it likely in that case to be an air bag, or perhaps
a ride height sensor or even a hose? The pump does operate.
Thanks for your help.
The transmission should be the AXOD. Non conputer controlled. How many miles
Failures after 50K miles tend to be hit-miss. I've had 3 in Tauri that never had
problems into the 150K mile range when I sold them.
If the gasket replacement was done properly (quality gaskets, new head bolts,
checked for flatness, etc) They tend to hold up as long as the cooling system is
properly maintained. If the original failure was catastrophic, it would wash the
bearing material off of the main and rod bearings and weaken the bottom end.
the oil pressure before you buy it.
High failure rate is a bit of a misnomer. The system won't tolerate
and the air bags on the struts deteriorate after about 10 years. If the vehicle
driven with leaky air bags it wears out the pump. Because the leaky bags may
eventually pump up, repair was often put off until the pump failed from being
overworked adding expense to the repair. By this time the car usually needed 4
and a compressor. Here's a link to the Arnott page for your car.
At this point on a 17 year old car, replace all 4 springs and the pump. Then
good for another ~10 years. The electronics rarely fail. IMHO, stay away from
Band-Aid coil spring conversions. Although tempting, they tend to ruin the ride
quality.My experience has been with the Mark VII conversion. YMMV on the Conti.
A good website for information about the Conti and other Lincolns is
www.lincolnsonline.com. Keep in mind, this car is 17 years old and they do not
good "$500 work cars".
Thanks for the input, Tom. I've bought/sold my share of used, cars, and
this is by a wide margin the finest car for its age I've ever seen. The
paint is original and flawless, the interior looks new except the non
functioning clock and premium sound radio. Fortunately, I have another
radio for it, so that's no issue. I've seen many 5 year old cars that were
not this nice. The owner kept it in a garage from day 1, and it's obvious.
The mileage is 97k. The engine seems tight, but I would like to verify the
The thing that concerns me is indeed the air bag suspension. These look
easier to change than a standard strut assy since there's no spring to
compress. Is that right? Lastly, can I just replace the bladder inside the
assembly or does the entire strut assembly have to be replaced as a unit?
That would be a good question for the folks at lincolnsonline. I'm not sure
think the entire strut has to be replaced. They are not hard for a competent
Easier than a regular strut due to the air bag. The ones from Arnott look to be
strut, air bag, and upper bearing plate. Not a bad price for all that. If the
compressor still runs you could replace the struts, srevice or replace the dryer
replace the o-rings on the spring solenoids and likely be ok. Just remember that
compressor replacement may be necessary in the future depending on how much the
was driven with the leaky bags. The front bags on my 84 Mark VII were bad when I
bought it and the PO had driven it like that for a few months. I got lucky and
You could also do it one corner at a time if only one bag is currently
the car up on all 4 corners then turn off the air ride switch in the trunk. This
out all of the electronics. Drive it a few miles and see which corner(s) drop.
will be the leaker. Replace that one right away and do the rest one by one at
leisure. You will eventually have to do all 4 because when one goes, the rest
Great advice again, Tom. The owner was asking too much for this car. I've
made an offer that I think is more than generous, due to the excellent
condition. After buying the parts to fix it, I'll be over what he was
asking to begin with, which I think is more than fair. In fact, I'm
probably offering too much because of the condition.
I'll let you guys know what I find out. In the mean time, if you know of
anything else I should look at, let me know.
My Mother had a used 89 or 90 Contiental. Bought it with 44,000 miles.
History below is over 20,000 more miles.
It was by far the biggest headache anyone in my family has ever owned
since my 1967 4 door Thunderbird.
The rear air bags quit. Bought 2 replacement struts. Could not replace
them myself because the lower mounting bolts had corroded to unmoveable
mass. Had to have them torched off.
Inner and outer tie rod ends always need replacement, just like the
Taurus it is based on.
The 3.8 was solid , It already had the head issue taken care of when we
The head unit for the stereo quit. Pulled the head unit and had it
repaired at an authorized site.
The starter quit. Known for positve cable corrosion too but this was
only the starter.
The digital dash would wink out for long periods and post vague error
codes claiming everything had to be replaced.
The climate control went nuts.
Went thru 2 rebuilt altenators
The plastic mounting tabs on the drivers door glass cracked and
seperated from the glass. Can't buy new tabs. You have to buy new
complete glass. Not covered by full glass insurance.
The power trunk release failed because the cheap plastic the latch is
made of cracked and failed.
I remember spending oodles of time tinkering with a black box full of
relays attached to the radiator. Think it was in a vain attempt to
correct issues with auto climate control failures.
The best thing that happened to that car was when my Mom totalled it on
a vacation trip..
Free at last.. FREE AT LAST..
Really.. hope you have a ton of spare time.
95 T-Bird LX 4.6
70 Torino GT
65 Fairlane 289
and a bunch of other schrapnel.
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