4MuscleMachines
01-27-2008, 10:42 PM
Well, it's almost been 2.5 years since I purchased it.
https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10016
I haven't done too many exterior changes other than new tires, and the Marquez billet ft/rr lights w/ sequential LEDs, and bezels but there is plenty of new stuff that is now on the car. Starting with the suspension, all the old BMR stuff came out along with the 12.19 Wilwoods and stock spindles. In their place is now Global West all around and C5 13" six piston brakes on ATX spindles. All the steering linkages have been replaced and an ATX/Lee steering box installed. A new Hotchkiss front bar aids in the handling. The car now handles like it's on rails, a huge improvement over what it was.
As far as appearance, the interior has new Arizen seats, pedals, DSE closeout, and a MOMO wheel. Also replaced the column with a tilt column which makes it easier to enter and exit. Also, the RS doors have the DSE motors and I replaced the rear battery tray with a DSE tray. I still need to install the new deluxe door panels w/power windows and locks.
What is left to do is install the new Ricks tank and a DSE master cylinder/booster. The one on it now is too big looking.
I took her out for a spin today after sorting everything out and she handles very well for an old car. I got lucky and nailed the backspacing so the rear 295/35/18's and front 255/40/18's don't rub at all. I was worried since the rear had Ford bearings on the axle ends installed (had to get the axle tubes cut) and I had changed the 4.56 rear gears to 411's (good move IMO). I had been thinking for a while of buying a cammed LS3, but after driving it, I am happy. My wife and wallet also thank me LOL.
Sorry for babbling, but I feel like its been a long road and I am just about finished. :Alchy:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/do78cj-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/fwlg8h-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/2d82hrt-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/24ysahe-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/8wwrv4-1.jpg
https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10016
I haven't done too many exterior changes other than new tires, and the Marquez billet ft/rr lights w/ sequential LEDs, and bezels but there is plenty of new stuff that is now on the car. Starting with the suspension, all the old BMR stuff came out along with the 12.19 Wilwoods and stock spindles. In their place is now Global West all around and C5 13" six piston brakes on ATX spindles. All the steering linkages have been replaced and an ATX/Lee steering box installed. A new Hotchkiss front bar aids in the handling. The car now handles like it's on rails, a huge improvement over what it was.
As far as appearance, the interior has new Arizen seats, pedals, DSE closeout, and a MOMO wheel. Also replaced the column with a tilt column which makes it easier to enter and exit. Also, the RS doors have the DSE motors and I replaced the rear battery tray with a DSE tray. I still need to install the new deluxe door panels w/power windows and locks.
What is left to do is install the new Ricks tank and a DSE master cylinder/booster. The one on it now is too big looking.
I took her out for a spin today after sorting everything out and she handles very well for an old car. I got lucky and nailed the backspacing so the rear 295/35/18's and front 255/40/18's don't rub at all. I was worried since the rear had Ford bearings on the axle ends installed (had to get the axle tubes cut) and I had changed the 4.56 rear gears to 411's (good move IMO). I had been thinking for a while of buying a cammed LS3, but after driving it, I am happy. My wife and wallet also thank me LOL.
Sorry for babbling, but I feel like its been a long road and I am just about finished. :Alchy:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/do78cj-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/fwlg8h-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/2d82hrt-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/24ysahe-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/01/8wwrv4-1.jpg