The ninth-generation of the Thunderbird is derived from the Ford Fox platform, as with 1980 Thunderbird (though with a shorter wheelbase). As a central theme of the design, the ninth-generation Thunderbird marks the introduction of highly aerodynamic body design to Ford vehicles in North America (reducing its drag coefficient from 0.50 to 0.35), followed by similarly designed model lines, including the 1984 Ford Mustang SVO, 1984 Ford Tempo, 1986 Ford Aerostar, and 1986 Ford Taurus. While remaining a personal luxury coupe (to minimize overlap with the Ford Mustang), the redesign of the Thunderbird marked a transition of the model range, emphasizing performance and handling over outright luxury and comfort content. In response to the sales downturn of the 1980–1982 Thunderbird, the Thunderbird underwent an extensive model revision for the 1983 model year. The radiator core is tested prior to assembly and then once the assembly is complete the unit is tested again.Įnhancements added to solve original design failures and to improve the life of high mileage vehicles: adding more fins per inch, thicker cores and even larger transmission coolers to overcome the added heat associated with these vehicles.The ninth generation of the Ford Thunderbird is a personal luxury coupe that was manufactured and marketed by Ford for the 1983 to 1988 model years.

All necessary fittings or hardware are included in each unit for an easy install.Ĭomplete Radiators 100% tested up to three times during production: OSC tests the transmission and engine oil coolers prior to installation into the tank. Premium grade tubes, fins, headers, tanks, and other components are used to make OSC radiators more durable.ĭrop in fit, form and function.

Transmission Oil Cooler Distance between Fittings: 8 inĮngineering enhancements provide improved cooling and longer life cycleĬomponents are fitted and torqued in place to factory specifications

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