Danyel's 88 Formula Automoda Convertible Worklog (Page 1/10)
Danyel JUN 16, 09:54 PM


I was not very happy with the title of my "Forever" thread and it was too late to change it so after deleting the contents of the first one I started this new thread .... here it is ... Danyel's 88 Formula Automoda Convertible Worklog
Danyel JUN 16, 09:56 PM
As many of you now know I am the new owner of a Yellow 88 Formula Automoda, I have been pursuing a dream of owning a convertible since I saw the RED OEM convertible at the 25th. I had been searching for an Automoda Top for many years so I could install it on my 87 Burgundy GT. This search ended a couple months back as I was resigned to do without a Automoda top and do a homebrew.. I found a Formula Automoda requiring ALOT of repairs ... This Fiero is now in my garage and I started making a list of the things to do and things to come. I will not be changing the color of this fiero for now but there will be some mods and alot of repairs and money invested...

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V8Archie out on a test ride after installing the Automoda Top

Archie’s helpers

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My list of things to do and what needs to be done is below ... I have already completed some simple esthetic work but will be more extensive this winter .. getting her ready for the 2016 season !! So stay tuned here is where her new adventure begins for me ... I will post many pics as I go along ...

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Danyel JUN 16, 09:59 PM
The ToDo list Will change as these things get done ...

01. Clutch is not disengaging. (Replace the master cylinder)
02. Lower driver door molding piece missing (Replaced)
03. Rear coilovers for wider rear tires 18s (Done)
04. Spyn Wheels (225/40R18 Front & 255/35R18 Rear) (Done)
05. Side markers broken and brittle (Replaced)
06. Center console Armrest has a big tear (Replaced)
07. Passenger side door striker door doesn't open (Done)
08. Winshield will need to be replaced (Done)
09. Power Mirrors (Done)
10. Power Door locks with Remote
11. Interior Driver Door Covers to match G1 dash (for PM and PDL) (Done)
12. Convertible Roof Fasteners and Lock pins repaired (Done)
13. Convertible Top Recover (Done)
14. Replace A and B pillar covers broken tabs (Modify their attachements and caps) (Done)
15. Replace seat levers (Done)
16. Seat Covers (Mr. Mikes) (in Progress)
17. 13 inch Big Brakes (Done)
18. Big brake booster (in Progress)
19. Repair Performance Sound Overhead switch (Done)
20. LED Interior Lighting (Done)
21. Install Fiero Logo Projectors
22. Remove Front Sunroof Glass Holder (Removed the 2 lips)
23. Front wiring harness needs replaced (Done)
24. Headlight Door Module needs replaced (Done)
25. Low Profile 60mm Hella Headlights (Done)
26. Upgrade to GT Steering Wheel (Dont like paddles) (Done)
27. Mecham Side scoops (Done)
28. Rear Hood Extractor (79 Mustang) (Done)
29. Antenna Delete
30. Front hood Extractor
31. Automoda logo door sills
32. Fit the overhead convertible roof faceplate
33. Stainless Steel Brake hoses (Done)
34. Engine compartement change to square D plates for Automoda cover
35. Rear link kit (Done)
36. Replace the Shift and Select cables (Done)
37. Fabricate LED DRL (in Progress)
38. Install the Door and Trunk lock remote.
39. Replace windshield washer tank (Broken Tabs) (Done)
40. Upgrade dash to Amida’s G1 (Done)
41. Power mirror switch ..update to newer model (in Progress)
42. New Fierostore Clutch ( 9.75" HD Clutch Kit) (Done)
43. Din2 Apple Car Play Radio (Done)
44. New Front Badge (Done)
45. New recoverd GT steering wheel (Done)
46. Checked and Redone all the needed wiring (Done)

More will be added as this thread goes on........ thanks for watching (Updated 01 Jan. 2021)

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Danyel JUN 16, 10:00 PM
Here are pics as she is now with some of the above list completed ... during the winter you will see the transformation. Parick has also supplied a spare set of rear fenders..... more later
Danyel JUN 16, 10:04 PM
Here is a pic in my garage a while back.... before the disassembly of the Black Widow and the TO BE 87 GT Convertible ... these are now in parts ready to be sold. The Widow frame will be sent to the crusher as rust has completely taken over .... sad to see her go she was a Blast to have and drive ... as for the red GT many fiero members out here need parts she will also serve as a parts car to my Formula ....



Winter has arrived and I have been away on business and now just got back from a long deserved vacation 2 weeks in the Caribbeans. " The Vert '' is sleeping in the garage amd soon I will be starting here power upgrades (PDL, PM) and swap in new front harness and module. Still on vacation this week so my priority is mailing out all sold items.. thanks to the patient buyers. I've also been working on a special project on my off time so without starting a new thread I will include it here in this one.. First up the pics of the VERT under her sleeping blanket and the Widow too under covers being parted out.





And now for my special project....

I bought 3 of these New Bright Red Fieros and also have 5 IMSA models (1 White, 1 Red, 3 Greys) and also a TRAXXAS GTP Fiero.



So here goes my offf time project .... here is the car that will be modified .... these are really detailed and making it my VERT replica will take alot of time and patience
Danyel JUN 16, 10:06 PM
Disassembly next ...

Disassembly has started ... lots of parts and many mods will be needed .... I ordered new parts like new wheels and replica disk brakes ...





The carnage has started ... measurements and careful drawing needed here ... let the cutting begin ...
Danyel JUN 16, 10:07 PM
Last post but more work to come .... finally my wheels came in they look close to my VERT's Spyn EVO Spyder wheels .... tons of body work and paint to come ...





later this week more updates .....

Got some more parts for the "Vert" now waiting on some adapters for the 13 inch brakes .... more soon




Just finished up doing my VERT binder ... I will contain all the pics, literature, and info on my VERT .... let me kn ow what ya think


Danyel JUN 16, 10:28 PM
So now today on 16th of June let me bring you all up to speed ... I completed many upgrades. I will start with my big brakes and with the help of my american friend and also a great person from Ontario, which he has also been helping out getting my 60mm Low Profile Bucket projet off the ground !!! More on that later in a sale thread ..... so here is the my Vert with 13inch brake disks ....

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Danyel JUN 16, 10:39 PM
While doing the Big Brake upgrade I also had to change some parts (while I was there) The rear link kit had completely desintegrated ... all this done before 13in brake swap.


I also replaced ALL my brake lines with SS braided hoses ...

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Danyel JUN 16, 10:45 PM
Another quick mod .... had to put my "welding course" to use .... new TIPs .... I REALLY did not like the original ones ....



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