What did you do to your Boss 302 or S197 today?

[JTG]

Can you post a link to the site for the registry. When I did a quick search the only one I found looked like it was for 1969-1970 only.

 

[BigTaco]

Honestly, I'm not sure whether the oil will affect warranty or not. Many people run Mobile 1 which is not the factory recommended oil either. Maybe @VoodooBOSS can chime in about his experience getting his motor replaced under warranty.

My local dealer changes my oil with FR50 at my request.......

 

[Sydewaysix]

Can you post a link to the site for the registry. When I did a quick search the only one I found looked like it was for 1969-1970 only.

Here's the link: http://www.allfordregistry.com/registries/

@JTG

 

[VoodooBoss]

Honestly, I'm not sure whether the oil will affect warranty or not. Many people run Mobile 1 which is not the factory recommended oil either. Maybe @VoodooBOSS can chime in about his experience getting his motor replaced under warranty.

I always ran Motorcraft 5-50 in my Boss including when it blew. I'm not joining the oil debate other than any of the top quality oils will be fine.

 

[Fabman]

I always ran Motorcraft 5-50 in my Boss including when it blew. I'm not joining the oil debate other than any of the top quality oils will be fine.

Me either, but FWIW JDM Engineering (built my stroker) likes 5/50 Motorcraft para synthetic (GT500 oil).
I asked about full synthetic and he said they had better results with the para synthetic.
I don't know why, but I do as I'm told. Those guys are pretty smart over there.

 

[VoodooBoss]

I thought the GT500, Boss and GT350 all used the same oil?

 

[Fabman]

I thought the GT500, Boss and GT350 all used the same oil?

I couldn't tell you....but in 2006 when the old 3 Valves like mine were made, well that was a different time and a different oil.
So an upgrade to the current stock oil is what he recommended. Same with filters.
He said to use [SIZE=small]stock[/SIZE] [SIZE=small]Ford filters, the FRPP ones were a little bigger b[/SIZE][SIZE=small]ut basically[/SIZE][SIZE=small] the same filter and not really worth the extra money in my case. That was a VERY expensive motor they built for me from pan to valve cover, and all brand new. Not one bolt was used, so with an investment like that you know he'd have me use whatever he thought was best for me.[/SIZE]

 

[BigTaco]

I thought the GT500, Boss and GT350 all used the same oil?

You are correct sir......

 

[ford20]

When I asked Eric over at JPC what oil they recommended running he basically said use whichever one you want to as long as it isn't some cheap stuff, but since you are going to race it stick with the 5W-50 and run that so I grabbed some Castrol that meets Fords specs for the motor.

 

[302 Hi Pro]

One other thing I did today. I received my Boss 302 Registry certificate and decal in the mail and slapped it on the car after she got washed. I haven't seen a thread on TMO regarding this registry, but I believe it just recently opened up sometime in August. For all the current BOSS 302 owners, I'd recommend registering your car! Even if you decide to sell it later down the line, your name will always be tied to the car which makes for good history/traceability for future owners

One thing I don't care too much for is that the decal has your registry number (#0065), whereas I think it would be better if it had the Boss ID # instead. Oh well!

This Registry is found here, it's Authorized by Ford Motor Company:

http://www.boss302forum.com/topic/19123-official-ford-authorized-boss-302-registry-live/

I like the placement location of the Registry sticker.
302 Hi Pro

 

[cobrarob]

Finished the install today. Flat textured PC

 

[F.D. Sako]

Looks great!
Did you make that seat delete?

 

[cobrarob]

Thank you!
Yes did it couple years ago,got everything from Home Depot, maybe $40 bucks

 

[VoodooBoss]

Rob, looking good. Don't forget to remove the seat back brackets.

 

[cobrarob]

Thanks Rick,I took out all the rear hardware and actually forgot about those!
I have to shave of weight everywhere I can...lol

 

[Silver LS]

I received my Boss 302 Registry Certificate from All Ford Registry today, I am number 0085.

 

[302BOB]

Got my registry decal & certificate today ....I'm #79......this will add $$$$$ to my Boss value.... ;D

 

[Sydewaysix]

I messed around with my wife's Cricut machine and made a few decals to slap onto the Boss. Not sure if they're overkill but I'll keep them on for the time being 8)

 

[CrossBoss]

Got my registry decal & certificate today ....I'm #79......this will add $$$$$ to my Boss value.... ;D

Bob,
How long did it take to get?
Pete

 

[Sydewaysix]

Bob,
How long did it take to get?
Pete

Mine took about 2 weeks to receive my Certificate and registry decal. I'm number #65