My Firebird build

[Jimmy Sean]

I really like the contrast of brand new and old & crusty. I'd be really tempted to leave the crusty parts crusty rather than primer it till you're ready to do the bodywork and paint it nice.

After attending some local car shows and nearly everyone telling me not to paint it I've decided to leave it as is until I am ready to do all the body work and paint it. It gets a lot of attention like it is and if it was primered one color I doubt it would get as much. It's fun to watch people walk up to check it out and then be suprised by the motor and suspension.

[expensivehobby22]

Yeah, something about the rough look with new parts just works. Thumbs up!

[1965gp]

It's got a certain bad ass vibe to it.

[Jimmy Sean]

Yeah, something about the rough look with new parts just works. Thumbs up!

Thanks

It's got a certain bad ass vibe to it.

Thank you


Here is a small video my friend put together.
https://youtu.be/xqyix_4x5c8

[camarodude87]

Nice video! Are you running a Torque Arm? Great looking car! Love the look. Subbed!

[Jimmy Sean]

Nice video! Are you running a Torque Arm? Great looking car! Love the look. Subbed!

Yes, Speedtech's.

[Centerforce]

This car just oozes style! We love it!

[BanditDave]

Sean, loving your build man...you can enjoy it without worrying about a scratch here and there. Great job!

Where did you source your hardliners from for your fuel system, etc...I perused TechFX's website and couldn't find some -8an lines I would need for my field system...seeing if you could spare a few minutes to chat. I can direct message you on Facebook if that's easier?

Best,
Dave

[Jimmy Sean]

Sean, loving your build man...you can enjoy it without worrying about a scratch here and there. Great job!

Where did you source your hardliners from for your fuel system, etc...I perused TechFX's website and couldn't find some -8an lines I would need for my field system...seeing if you could spare a few minutes to chat. I can direct message you on Facebook if that's easier?

Best,
Dave

Thanks.

TechFX - I used their whip (QD Jumper Hose) to connect to the factory fuel rail. I used it because it clipped on like the factory fuel line does. They do have -8 BlackWrap Braided SS PTFE fuel line and fittings. At the fuel tank I used 910 PTFE Lined Aramid Braided Lightweight Racing Hose and fittings from Pegasus Auto Racing supplies. It's very flexible and easier to work with than the blackwrap braided stainless fuel line.

[GM_muscle]

i hope you are driving the wheels off that bad mother of a ride.

[Jimmy Sean]

i hope you are driving the wheels off that bad mother of a ride.

I might be! 8900 miles since May

[Jimmy Sean]

I wanted to praise ridetech, thank them publicly for outstanding customer service and in my eyes going above and beyond expectations!
This week I discovered I had a HQ Coilover fail on the rear of my car. The upper mount came off the shock shaft, luckily it all stayed in the car. I called ridetech and spoke with John Johnson and made arrangements to send them the damaged shock. I was told they would either repair or replace the shock. Shipped it out and they received it on Wednesday morning, that same day they sent me a new shock. I couldn’t believe they handled it that quickly and on top of that at no cost. Keep in mind I bought my shocks back in 2011 but only got my car legal last May. My expectations were blown away as I was expecting to pay something to get it repaired/replaced.
Thank you Ridetech and Bret Voelkel for going above and beyond!

I was able to get my car back together last night, the ride is so much better now and I was able to do a little testing. 0-60MPH!

[gator68428]

Just noticed this thread. Very cool all around. Love the Patina.
I noticed you started the thread back in 2008, wow I didn't know the forum has been around that long. I just discovered it a few years ago and am only just now starting my build thread--that I have almost the past 20 years to catch up on before the updates become current. Love the first gen Firebirds and the back stories with the car over the years. Now yours is getting fun now that you're driving it. I recommend autoX at some point!