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Wichita
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MAY 15, 04:31 PM
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Ronald Finger's Fiero series is the best on Youtube. I have watched the entire series and weekend projects on several occasions and have referred to the videos many times to help me with my 85 Fiero complete rebuild that I'm doing.
He posted his final 15-part series today. WOW! What an emotional episode and you can really feel his happiness and appreciation.
If Ronald is new to you, and you are a lover of Fieros, I highly encourage you to watch his series.
Ronald Finger!!! THANK YOU for sharing your journey!
[This message has been edited by Wichita (edited 05-15-2021).]
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Dennis LaGrua
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MAY 15, 07:36 PM
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Ron describes himself as a novice but it appears that he is a talented craftsman. It certainly seems an unusual choice restoring a 2M4 but it was a satisfying project for him and that's what counts. Great job Ron. Enjoy cruising in your Fiero. ------------------
" THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite.
"THE COLUSSUS"
87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H
" ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "
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skywurz
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MAY 15, 09:46 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:
It certainly seems an unusual choice restoring a 2M4 but it was a satisfying project for him and that's what counts. Great job Ron. Enjoy cruising in your Fiero.
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I believe its all about what you are looking to do. I have put a lot of time into my 87 2m4 its a good relatable car. Its also a bit easier to maintain. Im working With my wife to restore an 85 2m4 SE she really fell in love with. That car has over 215k on the odometer and im fairly certain it was the factory duke. The iron duke is a solid engine, its whats in the USPS trucks (Grumman LLV)
That being said it also has a lot to do with timing. I never thought 10 years ago id ever end up with an 88 GT and here it is.
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See my Fiero Proluge on my personal site: http://skywurz.com/node/114
See my GT Build http://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum2/HTML/144556.html
See my Wife's 85SE Build http://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum2/HTML/144704.html
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Dennis LaGrua
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MAY 16, 07:10 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by skywurz:
I believe its all about what you are looking to do. I have put a lot of time into my 87 2m4 its a good relatable car. Its also a bit easier to maintain. Im working With my wife to restore an 85 2m4 SE she really fell in love with. That car has over 215k on the odometer and im fairly certain it was the factory duke. The iron duke is a solid engine, its whats in the USPS trucks (Grumman LLV)
That being said it also has a lot to do with timing. I never thought 10 years ago id ever end up with an 88 GT and here it is.
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The 2M4 certainly has its place. While under-powered (95HP) it was brought out during the gas crisis of the 1980's . It is an excellent commuter car, reliable and with a good engine and the 5 speed Isuzu trans owners have reported at or near 50 mpg. That is comparable to even today's hybrid car standards. Of course an owner restores what he likes but we can't deny that many here are after performance fitting the sports car look as the goal ------------------
" THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite.
"THE COLUSSUS"
87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H
" ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "
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Xenoblast
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MAY 16, 03:45 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:
It certainly seems an unusual choice restoring a 2M4
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I think the reason for it was that his dad or one of his relatives had it back in the day, and it brings him memories of that family member
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IMSA GT
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MAY 16, 05:05 PM
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I'm not reading through all the comments of his video series but has anyone invited him to this forum? The guy is now officially hooked on Fieros. [This message has been edited by IMSA GT (edited 05-16-2021).]
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cvxjet
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MAY 16, 06:21 PM
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I just want to point out that though a lot of us like performance that is higher than what the Duke can do (Stock), if you go back to the early 60s and all of the 50s...Most Sports cars were MUCH slower than the 2M4 Fieros. My Father had several British sports cars and his best one was the Jowett Jupiter...It won (In 1.5L class) at Le Mans 3 years in a row. 0-60 for the street version was 18-20 seconds depending on who tested it.
Most of the new cars now you have to be doing at least 100 MPH to have any "Fun" with them....My 2M6 can be a lot of fun at 40-50 MPH on back roads.
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TheDigitalAlchemist
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MAY 16, 07:29 PM
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I've watched a few of his videos, great stuff.
The guy is a fan of the Fiero and the CrafsMan. (watch it for about ten seconds) heh
 [This message has been edited by TheDigitalAlchemist (edited 05-16-2021).]
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theogre
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MAY 16, 08:23 PM
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"the best on Youtube" ? The "series" has several to many things What Not To Do and shows a compete nube. Is just luck so far didn't hurt anyone like some other threads here by others "restoring" a car.
| quote | Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:
The 2M4 certainly has its place. While under-powered (95HP) it was brought out during the gas crisis of the 1980's . It is an excellent commuter car, reliable and with a good engine and the 5 speed Isuzu trans owners have reported at or near 50 mpg. That is comparable to even today's hybrid car standards. Of course an owner restores what he likes but we can't deny that many here are after performance fitting the sports car look as the goal |
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"gas crisis of the 1980's" Wrong.
Iron Duke is a large result of failed Vega/Opel Aluminum L4 that burn oil, blown head gaskets, and other major problems.
That Al engine was built Before the OPEC Oil Embargo in 1973–1974 and also Why the Vega is still hated by many. Only a few had Cosworth Vegas that was a way different L4.
Carburetor Iron Duke was used in Monza and others in the 70's after the Al engine disaster.------------------
Dr. Ian Malcolm: Yeah, but your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should.
(Jurassic Park)
The Ogre's Fiero Cave
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fishsticks
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MAY 18, 11:20 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by theogre:
"the best on Youtube" ? The "series" has several to many things What Not To Do and shows a compete nube. Is just luck so far didn't hurt anyone like some other threads here by others "restoring" a car.
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The kid tells a good story. He's up front about this being his first major project. He makes a lot of mistakes, but he shows them rather than editing them out. The series was obviously never meant as a how-to, but there are certainly a lot of learning moments in it.
If you want to bag on the videos, cool I guess. He's welcome to come drink beers in my shop.
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