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Thanks. And that's good because I dont seem to be able to find the same tire in the correct size.

When getting new tires for my 1987 Conquest with SHP, I accidentally ordered and installed 245/50/VR16 on the rear even though I'd seen that 245/45/VR16 is how it came. I've had them for over a year (though not a ton of miles) and haven't necessarily noticed any problems, but am willing to reorder the correct size if I should. Am I ok as is? The car is on coilovers, if that factors into a recommendation. Thanks, Mark

https://www.ebay.com/itm/356344711302?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=dzsfjcraqma&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=EheusCIJRmC&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY https://www.ebay.com/itm/267088082269?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=mX-ZRgC0TGC&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=EheusCIJRmC&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Based on TexasQuest's response, I wonder if I have a slightly milder version of the same problem with the ETACS. I posted it elsewhere, but I've had the car die on the road then have zero power when the key is turned. But, I've also had issues with the alarm going off when I unlock the car with the key.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/305881816990?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=EYr1BCJsTGC&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=EheusCIJRmC&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY Seems like eBay sellers don't put much effort into descriptions and photos.

Is it by special request with Boosted Diamonds? I don't see seats on their site. It's mostly carbon fiber stuff? Thanks, Mark

It still won't let me post in the appropriate section so apologies for dumping everything into this section. I'll likely be reupholstering my seats. Leather is obviously an option but what are some thoughts on cloth and maybe other materials (if there are others?) Does going to cloth hurt the value of the vehicle? That's not necessarily a deciding factor, but it would be a consideration. Is cloth typically less expensive than leather when reupholstering? Any other options worth considering? Thanks, Mark

https://www.ebay.com/itm/176643387646?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=b2mdUbyTRsy&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=EheusCIJRmC&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Thanks Kev, and everyone. I'll look into all your suggestions!

It's nice to hear the full backstory. I have bought a few things and sought some sage advice from Dad/Randy as I begin my (slow) restoration/rebuild of my 89 Conquest. He's been a great source of parts and information. I know I'll be getting more parts and advice going forward.

Sorry Kev, I actually meant I would ask the auto upholstery guy. But if the OP is near me, that might be a good alternative!

I've considered having my seats recovered or restored and was going to ask the person if this was something they could do. It's probably behind my skills to do it without making it worse.

I found it! The key search term was "sewn." But I was wrong, it wasn't recent, it was an old post I must have stumbled across.

I don't know if it was an easy fix, but I remember someone posted what they did, with pictures. I just can't come up with the right keywords for my search. There are only a few people on here doing that level of restoration, but I'm drawing a blank. It may not even have been a new post--it may have been a reply to another post.

I've searched here every way I can think of and I can't find the fairly recent post someone made about how they repaired the little "bumps" that appear on the 88/89 front seat bottom cushions. I remember it had something to do with a plastic piece under the cushion that maybe the stitching was attached to. Can whomever posted it link me to the post? Thanks! Mark

I tried to post this in the proper section but it won't let me. I'd like a little quieter exhaust than what came on my car, which appears to be a 3" Magnaflow. What are some good options that are currently available? A friend said not to go bigger than 2.5" to get sufficient backpressure. Is that correct for these cars? Thanks, Mark

Thanks! I checked the automotivetouchup site for my 1989 Fiji Blue project but they don't have that color. I thought about asking the local PPG store if they can make it.

Thanks! I went to that site but used Chrysler!

I tried searching the threads but didn't see an answer. Does anyone have a source for touch-up paint pens for these cars? I checked the Dupli-Color website and some others but they don't seem to have the Conquest (or Starion.)

https://carsandbids.com/auctions/3BYEeM4d/1988-chrysler-conquest-tsi

Thanks all. I'll give it a cautious shot. There just seem to be a lot of "wires to nowhere" that I can't tell if they are stock or unused parts of an aftermarket harness. I may try posting a picture to show why I'm a little nervous.

Anyone doing this? I have done it successfully with newer vehicles but worry about doing it in my Conquest because there are a lot of empty wiring connections and just a lot of exposed wiring in general. I'm just talking about the engine cleaner foam you get at Autozone and a light spray to wash it off. Not anything crazy. Unless even this plan is crazy.

I'm revisiting this with further information. I haen't gotten to drive the car lately so the battery died. I took a partly charged jumpstarter out and it almost turned over. Thinking the jumpstarter didn't have enough juice, I went and got a fully charged NOCO jumpstarter (for up to 6.0L engines.) I hooked it up and it didn't even light up the dash. This is the same symptom as I had before when it stalled on me. It recranked the first time, but the second time, it went dark. I'll add that when I had it towed in April, it sat on the mechanic's lot until they could get to it. When they did, it cranked. And, it continued to crank off and on for a few weeks for them. They were trying to get it to replicate the problem I had but could not. They said they checked the fusible links so I will assume they did--I've got a great relationship with them--so if it's not that can anyone think of anything else? Thanks, Mark

If I get some traction on my restoration project, I'll be posting more. Right now there is very little to say, unfortunately. I try to check in regularly to see what everyone else is doing, though.

Looks pretty clean in the photo!