75 Progress
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75 Progress
I started this project 12 years ago. Here are some pics of it's progression. Started with a frame off, got a new frame (well used California frame), rebuilt the engine (about 425hp), added a Tremec TKO 500, steeroids, pretty much everything on the frame is new, rebuilt rear end and trailing arms. Finally got the body back on and paint done. Engine runs great and sounds great too. Now just have to get the wiring, cooling system, vintage air, and interior done. Already have the fiero seats waiting to go in as well. It's been quite a project. Have spent more time and money than anyone probably should on a 75, but it's mine and I like the way it's turning out.
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Thanks all. Will definitely keep posting progress.
BTW, I went with the chambered exhaust (the old side pipe type chambers that go out the stock/rear bumper location)....those things are LOUD!! When I first started the engine, I had to check to see if they came disconnected. Not sure if I'm going to like em or not. Guess I'll see how well the sound proofing works!
BTW, I went with the chambered exhaust (the old side pipe type chambers that go out the stock/rear bumper location)....those things are LOUD!! When I first started the engine, I had to check to see if they came disconnected. Not sure if I'm going to like em or not. Guess I'll see how well the sound proofing works!
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Thanks all. Will definitely keep posting progress.
BTW, I went with the chambered exhaust (the old side pipe type chambers that go out the stock/rear bumper location)....those things are LOUD!! When I first started the engine, I had to check to see if they came disconnected. Not sure if I'm going to like em or not. Guess I'll see how well the sound proofing works!
BTW, I went with the chambered exhaust (the old side pipe type chambers that go out the stock/rear bumper location)....those things are LOUD!! When I first started the engine, I had to check to see if they came disconnected. Not sure if I'm going to like em or not. Guess I'll see how well the sound proofing works!
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