I changed out the old amber corner lights with some clear corner lights off the internet I bought for $22.00. I also have installed a set of hood pins for safety. Here is a new shot of the Escort with my new clear corners and hood pins.
I also installed a set of both front and rear strut bars to help out in the handling department. I could not believe the difference they made in the ride.
Here is the rear strut bar.
In order to keep the rear cover and plastic on the side panels intact I used a hole saw to cut holes to get to the shock towers for the hookup. Here is a closeup picture of the bar going to the rear shock tower.
This is one of the stainless steel safety hood pins I installed.
I removed the stock air filter and installed a high flow unit in its place. I can really tell the difference in this one over the stock unit.
Here is a current picture of the engine compartment after the mods.
The front strut bar also made a big difference in the way the car handled.
Front strut bar attachment to drivers side strut
Front strut bar attachment to passenger side strut
Oh yes, the biggest performance and gas mileage improvement came from my new Pacesetter header. I fits just perfect.
Here is a closeup of my new air filter.
