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Will-Martin
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JUN 23, 04:06 PM
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I stopped by the FastFieros shop today to see the progress on my engine swap. There are a couple of projects still ahead of me, but Loyde was busting his a$$ in the 100 degree heat. 
My 5.3l engine and transmission are mated with the custom adapter plate and an exhaust solution is being hammered out for the LSx by Loyde and fitted to my car. All I can say is WOW, you have to see it to believe it and I can't wait. Just thought I would let everyone who is dealing with Loyde atm know he is really working hard to get back on track and the LSx installs he will be doing are going to be AWESOME.
Also, a few people have commented on Archie's choptops being crooked and that my car was of concern. I measured the roof line today and I can tell you it is between 1/8" and 1/4" difference with the right side being just a little bit higher. This much variance is EASILY found in the stock roofline so sorry to break it to everyone - Archie's choptops are not crooked, at least mine isn't.
--Will
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joshua riedl
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JUN 23, 04:36 PM
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To be honest when I did my second chop I measured and cut the rear and used an angle finder on the front. Didn't even measure the windshield angle. I'm sure the car looks great and it's good to hear it'll be on the road soon.
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Ratfink
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JUN 23, 04:38 PM
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Pictures would be nice! But very glad Your happy!
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revin
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JUN 23, 04:39 PM
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all that will and no pics!!?!?!
your slipping 
j/k
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MstangsBware
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JUN 23, 04:55 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Will-Martin:
Also, a few people have commented on Archie's choptops being crooked and that my car was of concern. I measured the roof line today and I can tell you it is between 1/8" and 1/4" difference with the right side being just a little bit higher. This much variance is EASILY found in the stock roofline so sorry to break it to everyone - Archie's choptops are not crooked, at least mine isn't.
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It is not the roof line that is said to be crooked(even though 1/8 to 1/4 is) but the pass side B-pillar that is layed over more than the DRV side. But if you are happy with the car that is all that really matters. Good to hear progress is being made on the car and you are happy with where the project is heading. Should be heading over to the shop in a few days to pick up a PCM and will check out what the setup looks like in person.
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madcurl
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JUN 23, 05:10 PM
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I'm glad to hear #019 is coming along. Please take plenty of pictures doing the build (actually you need to start a construction thread). ------------------
"I drive modified Fieros- anything less would be uncivilized."
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exoticse
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JUN 23, 06:04 PM
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A big congratulations Will.
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Will-Martin
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JUN 23, 11:34 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Ratfink:
Pictures would be nice! But very glad Your happy! |
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I am happy all right. Good to see Loyde back up and running, he is full bore and I think my car will definitely wind up meeting my expectations.
| quote | Originally posted by joshua riedl:
To be honest when I did my second chop I measured and cut the rear and used an angle finder on the front. Didn't even measure the windshield angle. I'm sure the car looks great and it's good to hear it'll be on the road soon. |
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Hey Joshua, how is your second chop coming anyway?
| quote | Originally posted by revin:
all that will and no pics!!?!?!
your slipping
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LOL pics soon!
| quote | Originally posted by MstangsBware:
It is not the roof line that is said to be crooked(even though 1/8 to 1/4 is) but the pass side B-pillar that is layed over more than the DRV side. But if you are happy with the car that is all that really matters. Good to hear progress is being made on the car and you are happy with where the project is heading. Should be heading over to the shop in a few days to pick up a PCM and will check out what the setup looks like in person.
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Ah, you know I did not even check that part MB LOL. I still can't wait to see your LS4 in person.
| quote | Originally posted by madcurl:
I'm glad to hear #019 is coming along. Please take plenty of pictures doing the build (actually you need to start a construction thread).
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I will take more pics next time I am over Curley. I will start a construction thread soon on it!
| quote | Originally posted by exoticse:
A big congratulations Will. |
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Thanks my man! Our chop top dreams are gonna come true one of these days!!
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jscott1
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JUN 24, 02:17 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by Will-Martin:
I stopped by the FastFieros shop today to see the progress on my engine swap.
--Will |
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Glad to see you making progress...You are a very patient man, my congratulations... In the dictionary under "Delayed Gratification' there should be a picture of you.
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motoracer838
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JUN 24, 09:37 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by MstangsBware:
It is not the roof line that is said to be crooked(even though 1/8 to 1/4 is) but the pass side B-pillar that is layed over more than the DRV side. But if you are happy with the car that is all that really matters. Good to hear progress is being made on the car and you are happy with where the project is heading. Should be heading over to the shop in a few days to pick up a PCM and will check out what the setup looks like in person.
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How about you quit beating a dead horse!!! and just go away, nobody cares what you think about the chop on this car.
You might be a king or a little street sweeper,
but sooner or latter you'll dance with the reaper. Joe
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