detroitiron
10-16-2006, 07:28 AM
I'm from Bridgman in SW Michigan so if there's anyone else out there from nearby drop me a line and maybe we can get together and work on our projects.
I'm just starting on the project so don't expect much...yet. I'm new to the pro touring tech and will need lots of help (I typically build 60's muscle for straight line). I chose the Fairmont for two reasons, first it's a Mustang underneath and second, it's not a Mustang. The 82 Fairmont weighs less than 3000 and handles fairly well now but it's not a true road machine in the way I'd like. I've seen and ridden in several Mustangs that were done well and that's what I'm shooting for. I just finished the bodywork and dropped in a 94 GT engine/tranny. Now I'm looking to update the suspension and rear axle (still has the anemic 7.5 that was in it originally). Then I'll do the interior and then go back to improving the engine/tranny.
Don
I'm just starting on the project so don't expect much...yet. I'm new to the pro touring tech and will need lots of help (I typically build 60's muscle for straight line). I chose the Fairmont for two reasons, first it's a Mustang underneath and second, it's not a Mustang. The 82 Fairmont weighs less than 3000 and handles fairly well now but it's not a true road machine in the way I'd like. I've seen and ridden in several Mustangs that were done well and that's what I'm shooting for. I just finished the bodywork and dropped in a 94 GT engine/tranny. Now I'm looking to update the suspension and rear axle (still has the anemic 7.5 that was in it originally). Then I'll do the interior and then go back to improving the engine/tranny.
Don