vsefiream
08-26-2009, 09:39 AM
I've been here for over a year now and I'm sorry I haven't taken a moment to say hello to introduce myself and my project. The scope of vehicles and projects here is huge and extremely helpful so thanks in advance for all the help on my project.
I am currently working on a 1978 Firebird Formula 400 4spd. Originaly it's a pretty rare car with the 4 speed and the W72 motor. about 800 were produce with this drivetrain. It's currently undergoing a major overhaul and will hopefull become a '78 Fire Am. I am trying to stay fairly true to Herb Adams parts and ideas while building this car. I have gone with an Eagle 461 stroker kit for motivation and a few other modern additions but mostly it'll be period correct. Check out my Photobucket site for picture updates and progress. http://s491.photobucket.com/albums/rr273/vsefiream/My%20Fire%20Am/
Ok maybe lack of progress. I seem to be collecting parts but lack a lot of time to fab and assemble. My family takes up a lot of my time and I don't see that changing any time soon.
Currently I am working on gutting the body, cleaning and painting the underside and installing DSE sub frame connectors. Then on to mounting the Jongbloed wheels and getting the driveline assembled with a dry sump system. The body will be next with fiberglass quarters and fenders. Lastly the interior will be assembled with classic Corbeau seats, Corbeau retractable harnesses and a hooker chrome roll bar. Check out my pics for more details. I will be posting pics all the time of parts I currently have and as I aquire new ones.
I don't know when she'll be finished or what color I will end up painting it but I look forward to the finished project!! This will be the most radical Firebird I have ever built!! I'm shooting to have it done by 2011/12 provided big brother doesn't legislate it to death!!
John Randolph
Rochester, NY
I am currently working on a 1978 Firebird Formula 400 4spd. Originaly it's a pretty rare car with the 4 speed and the W72 motor. about 800 were produce with this drivetrain. It's currently undergoing a major overhaul and will hopefull become a '78 Fire Am. I am trying to stay fairly true to Herb Adams parts and ideas while building this car. I have gone with an Eagle 461 stroker kit for motivation and a few other modern additions but mostly it'll be period correct. Check out my Photobucket site for picture updates and progress. http://s491.photobucket.com/albums/rr273/vsefiream/My%20Fire%20Am/
Ok maybe lack of progress. I seem to be collecting parts but lack a lot of time to fab and assemble. My family takes up a lot of my time and I don't see that changing any time soon.
Currently I am working on gutting the body, cleaning and painting the underside and installing DSE sub frame connectors. Then on to mounting the Jongbloed wheels and getting the driveline assembled with a dry sump system. The body will be next with fiberglass quarters and fenders. Lastly the interior will be assembled with classic Corbeau seats, Corbeau retractable harnesses and a hooker chrome roll bar. Check out my pics for more details. I will be posting pics all the time of parts I currently have and as I aquire new ones.
I don't know when she'll be finished or what color I will end up painting it but I look forward to the finished project!! This will be the most radical Firebird I have ever built!! I'm shooting to have it done by 2011/12 provided big brother doesn't legislate it to death!!
John Randolph
Rochester, NY