Help w/ CHP unit restoration & lights

[Interceptor]

I recently started a restoration of a CHP 1990 Crown Vic and do not know the configuration of the rear deck lights (it is a slick top) and whether the red on the outside blinks with the amber/blue or stays steady. Also, did the CHP use radar in 1990 and, if so, does anyone know the type/band of radar used. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

[HIPCHIP]

The CHP Academy has a museum. You might also try contacting them to see if they can provide assistance. I tried to find a phone number or web-page, but didn't come up with anything, but you should be able to find something.

[CHP8336]

I recently started a restoration of a CHP 1990 Crown Vic and do not know the configuration of the rear deck lights (it is a slick top) and whether the red on the outside blinks with the amber/blue or stays steady. Also, did the CHP use radar in 1990 and, if so, does anyone know the type/band of radar used. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

There are 2 positions per the CHP wiring diagram. Pos 1 = Red light alternates with the blue light on the other side. Pos 2 = Blue light also alternats with the amber.

[Paul B]

Very cool! Brought back lot's of fun memories. I drove a mustang part time in my very first office Hollister Gilroy (84-88) and then drove one when ever I could on I-5 in Los Banos for 6 years shagging speed and again in Sonora after that. Was really fun with spike spiders in the snow.

[E433035]

Very cool! Brought back lot's of fun memories. I drove a mustang part time in my very first office Hollister Gilroy (84-88) and then drove one when ever I could on I-5 in Los Banos for 6 years shagging speed and again in Sonora after that. Was really fun with spike spiders in the snow.
Might this have been a unit used in the Sonora area?

http://images34.fotki.com/v1078/photos/4/438439/1947960/MountainSSP-vi.jpg

[Bradley]

Might this have been a unit used in the Sonora area?

http://images34.fotki.com/v1078/photos/4/438439/1947960/MountainSSP-vi.jpg

Whats that addition to the hub on the rear wheel? Quick attachment for chains?

[Vinnie]

Whats that addition to the hub on the rear wheel? Quick attachment for chains?

...Was really fun with spike spiders in the snow...

Answered before it was asked? :lol:

[Bradley]

Answered before it was asked? :lol:

Ah. I see. I didnt realize that was a brand/product. When I used to live in Mammoth Lakes, I saw cars with those attachments on the wheels all the time, but never put two and two together. :noidea: Seems like a good idea.

[SB 405]

Ah. I see. I didnt realize that was a brand/product. When I used to live in Mammoth Lakes, I saw cars with those attachments on the wheels all the time, but never put two and two together. :noidea: Seems like a good idea.

Put chains on just once in the mud and snow and you'll think it's a great idea.

[Bradley]

Put chains on just once in the mud and snow and you'll think it's a great idea.

Yeah .... seriously though, when i lived in Mammoth, I had a good (jeep) 4x4 and dedicated snow tires. I had chains in the car for legality, but i NEVER needed to put them on the car. I test-fix them in the dry garage .... and i can imagine how much of a pain they would have been to put on in heavy/wet snow.

[MAN1987]

Very cool! Brought back lot's of fun memories. I drove a mustang part time in my very first office Hollister Gilroy (84-88) and then drove one when ever I could on I-5 in Los Banos for 6 years shagging speed and again in Sonora after that. Was really fun with spike spiders in the snow.

Hey Paul. You still in the Sonora area? Just curious. I work for the SO.

[Paul B]

I am still alive and kicking in Sonora. I sent you a private message with additional details. Paul

[phisch]

Might this have been a unit used in the Sonora area?

http://images34.fotki.com/v1078/photos/4/438439/1947960/MountainSSP-vi.jpg


That's the back lot of the Gold Run Area.

[E433035]

That's the back lot of the Gold Run Area.Thanks much for providing that identification. What an interesting vehicle choice for winter use up there! Also very rare to see a Mustang equipped with a lightbar.