Lost oil filter access door!!!!

[JimDinSC]

Hi everyone! First post besides the registry here. I changed the oil last weekend to discover that the oil filter access door was missing. This was the first time I had the car on jacks so I don't know if it was missing when I bought the car 2 months ago or not.
Does anyone know of a place I can purchase the access door?
I have found complete under tray assemblies that are somewhat reasonable but I would rather not waste money buying what I don't need. Here is the Ford description and part reference if anyone else needs it:

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[SVTinAR]

For something relatively simple like that I would probably just go to the parts desk and see if they can't get you one without having to buy a whole under engine tray. I hope they can do that for you without trying to stick you with the whole subassembly.

 

[barstowpo]

You could also check with a wrecking yard that parts out late model Mustangs. I'm sure there is a damaged tray with the door intact somewhere.

 

[JimDinSC]

For something relatively simple like that I would probably just go to the parts desk and see if they can't get you one without having to buy a whole under engine tray. I hope they can do that for you without trying to stick you with the whole subassembly.

A call to the local dealership resulted in being told I had to but the whole tray, unfortunately.

 

[JimDinSC]

You could also check with a wrecking yard that parts out late model Mustangs. I'm sure there is a damaged tray with the door intact somewhere.

I have made some calls and waiting to hear back. I have not found a wrecked GT350 near me so far. Worse case scenario, I may make one from a sheet of ABS.

 

[Tank]

Call Autonation White Bear Lake Parts tomorrow. 1 800 328-9552
If it's available by itself, they'll set you up.
If it is, please get the part number and post it here if you don't mind , Thanks!!

 

[JimDinSC]

Call Autonation White Bear Lake Parts tomorrow. 1 800 328-9552
If it's available by itself, they'll set you up.
If it is, please get the part number and post it here if you don't mind , Thanks!!

Thanks! I will call them in the morning.

 

[Big Ernie McCracken]

I wouldn't even worry about it.

 

[Scoobs]

Know anyone with a 3D printer?

 

[Cobra Jet]

I would just take it to your Ford Dealer, meet with the salesman and say hey, was checking out the car and this part is missing...

I mean why not - it’s a new car and it shouldn’t be missing... what’s the worse that happens, they say go scratch and you’re in the same situation of out of pocket cost?

 

[JAJ]

Hi everyone! First post besides the registry here. I changed the oil last weekend to discover that the oil filter access door was missing. This was the first time I had the car on jacks so I don't know if it was missing when I bought the car 2 months ago or not.
Does anyone know of a place I can purchase the access door?
I have found complete under tray assemblies that are somewhat reasonable but I would rather not waste money buying what I don't need. Here is the Ford description and part reference if anyone else needs it:

Give these guys a try - they seem to have an extensive supply of recycled GT350 parts: https://www.ebay.com/str/midwaymustang

 

[JimDinSC]

Thanks for all the suggestions and help with my lost access door. None of the suppliers panned out for just the door. The complete under-tray is available but with shipping your looking at almost $400.00
My plan now is to keep scouring the used car parts and Ebay sources but I will be making a replacement out of a panel of ABS plastic. I know it probably doesn't matter if the door is there or not but I have this OCD issue so.......
Thanks again everyone. I will post some pictures of the fabricated door soon.

Jim

 

[SVTinAR]

Well that's the pits. I had excellent experiences with Ford counter part guys and miserable experiences. You would think they would want to support the customer base better.

 

[Niz55]

I got the complete underbelly used for $250 pick up in southern California. I can just sell you the access door for $100 shipped.

 

[Tank]

Thanks for all the suggestions and help with my lost access door. None of the suppliers panned out for just the door. The complete under-tray is available but with shipping your looking at almost $400.00
My plan now is to keep scouring the used car parts and Ebay sources but I will be making a replacement out of a panel of ABS plastic. I know it probably doesn't matter if the door is there or not but I have this OCD issue so.......
Thanks again everyone. I will post some pictures of the fabricated door soon.

Jim

I got the complete underbelly used for $250 pick up in southern California. I can just sell you the access door for $100 shipped.

Talk him down to $50 and offer the pay shipping Make sure he includes the fastener

Crazy the door’s not offered separately...

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