New from Houston - building a TA series bird

[mikebaronehouston]

OK, so first post—

After a recent day of replacing the master/booster/lines/calipers/cylinders in the hot Texas sun on my $1 ’73 Esprit, I figured out what to do with it.

It cost me a buck because of the sentimental value the second owner had for the car—he bought it upon his return from Viet Nam. Plus, I had been inquiring about the 21-year hibernating car for some time; he might have also caved from the pressure. Before you get too envious, I might have paid too much.

Goal is a very correct Trans Am Series replica. Go vintage when possible. The fact that it is a Pontiac will make it noteworthy. The fact that it is a second gen will make it more unusual.

Unusual will make it more mine. Also have a stock ’55 Del Ray Chevy, ’70 Lotus Europa and ’92 Spec Miata.

Maybe it will be a comb of what I love—American Iron and can go around a corner.

Perhaps it is the pure challenge. I should have listened to by buddy who described it as a “beat down.”



Or, I just needed another project (like a hole in the head) to get me in the safety of the garage. There a man and a dog can be free from the estrogen sphere a wife and three daughters omit.

In any case, look for my questions. Your help and experience will be appreciated.

Live dangerous—post your contact info!

Mike
[email protected]
713-203-2483

[CruizinKev]

welcome aboard Mike!

[astroracer]

Welcome Mike,
I'll be watching your progress! I have a '73 Esprit also. It was rebuilt and repainted in '79 with trans am parts and then torn back apart in '87 to pro street it and never finished the project.

It know needs to be stripped back down and done up in the PT theme. Maybe after the van is running...
Mark