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Old Apr 8, 2016 | 11:04 AM
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Old Apr 8, 2016 | 11:11 AM
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I like it!
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Old Apr 8, 2016 | 01:45 PM
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how about a little history.
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Old Apr 8, 2016 | 02:12 PM
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I would say she is lucky you found her. She should treat you right.
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Old Apr 8, 2016 | 02:33 PM
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Dramatic change for the better! SAAWWWEET and sassy and ready to leave everybody in the dust! Look forward to seeing it in person!
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how about a little history.


Details, details......
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Old Apr 8, 2016 | 03:30 PM
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I like the first one better...



Just kidding! Looks waaaay better after. Very cool!
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 12:28 AM
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You're joking right? Another one saved! Great transformation.
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 12:32 AM
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I like it but I like the old aluminum rims better
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 12:39 AM
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Originally Posted by old city
how about a little history.
exactly.
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 12:45 AM
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The new hood......new tail light/spoiler section......sidepipes.....paint look outstanding!

(Annnnnnnnnnnnd.......the rear was way too low in the first pic)
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 12:52 AM
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Oh sure, start with a car that's almost finished.

Seriously - that looks fantastic. Nice job! Great to see another one being saved.
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 12:57 AM
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Love it!
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 08:09 AM
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Heres a couple more pics of what I started with















406 CID 13.5/1 COMPRESSION 475HP<br/>TKO600 5 SPEED<br/>750 DOUBLE PUMPER








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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 08:13 AM
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beautiful!

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Great job
Looks great
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 11:14 AM
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Great job !!! Looks mean as hell. 1 question 13.5 to 1 ?? Is that a typo ?
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 11:18 AM
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Awesome work! Another one saved in a most excellent manner!

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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 05:42 PM
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Originally Posted by diehrd
Great job !!! Looks mean as hell. 1 question 13.5 to 1 ?? Is that a typo ?
Not a typo...Old school build....
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Old Apr 9, 2016 | 06:17 PM
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Quality job..aggressive look!
Nicely done!
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