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What Did You Do To Your Fiero...TODAY ? by cliffw
Started on | : 08-27-2007 12:27 PM |
Replies | : 6920 (219047 views) |
Last post by | : Doggo on 03-30-2025 09:15 PM |
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Mar 16th, 2012
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exoticse Member Posts: 8655 From: Orlando, Fl Registered: Jun 2003
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Rallaster Member Posts: 9105 From: Indy southside, IN Registered: Jul 2009
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| quote | Originally posted by Axmann:
Removed rear panels to replace rear upper frame rails... also found out car was rear ended as well car is shot. Now looking for new Fiero. Its a crappy day  |
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Heh, my car should have been totaled 3 accidents ago...  I'm just glad I haven't wrecked her since I bought her. I'd really be screwed if I had...
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06:32 AM
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Charlie64 Member Posts: 396 From: Alexandria, VA Registered: Nov 2008
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Charlie64 Member Posts: 396 From: Alexandria, VA Registered: Nov 2008
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Ordered my new wheels...Forgeline SP3Ps. Going with 19x9s up front and 19x11s on the rear. Expecting delivery in mid April.  ------------------ There's no such thing as too much power!
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08:30 PM
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kendallville Member Posts: 958 From: kendallville,In,USA Registered: Aug 2009
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I took the 86 gt in to get a new winshield so it wont leak , snuck a peak at the 87 worked on the 95 sunfire allmost ready to run i wish it was the fiero!
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08:53 PM
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Mar 17th, 2012
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HCM2011 Member Posts: 84 From: Winchester, NH, USA Registered: Oct 2011
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received the double roller timing chain for the 3800 oh and got home from arm surgery and having my wrist rebuilt.
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03:24 PM
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zefferk Member Posts: 1019 From: Gold Canyon, Arizona Registered: Feb 2010
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Got my newly refinished original black diamond lace rims back with new BFGoodrich Advantage T/A tires in stalled. Look better than new! Now I just have to clean up the wheel wells and suspension componets to match...
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03:28 PM
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SSN669chris Member Posts: 97 From: Newport, Rhode Island Registered: Feb 2010
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We had a meeting!
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05:54 PM
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exoticse Member Posts: 8655 From: Orlando, Fl Registered: Jun 2003
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| quote | Originally posted by SSN669chris:
We had a meeting!
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Any of you guys coming down for Daytona ?
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06:30 PM
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Finally_Mine_86_GT Member Posts: 4809 From: Hyde Park, New York Registered: Sep 2006
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Knocked a few more bugs out. Inherited a few more. Got angry that i couldn't do my brakes and drive it due to a parts problem. Washed it!
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08:50 PM
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docholliday Member Posts: 251 From: Avon, IN, USA Registered: Oct 2010
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Spent about 3 hours today waxing my 88 GT. WOW, it was time well spent. Tomorrow I'll clean on the stock wheels.
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09:02 PM
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PFF
System Bot
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Halcyon25 Member Posts: 191 From: Rio Rancho, NM, USA Registered: Jan 2011
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After weeks of just looking at her, I finally did something... started the weekend with cleaning the engine bay...  Chris [This message has been edited by Halcyon25 (edited 03-17-2012).]
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09:45 PM
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FieroMaster88 Member Posts: 7680 From: Mattawan, MI Registered: Nov 2000
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Took my 88 coupe for a drive. It runs great after the tune up and my oil leak seems to be fully repaired now. Yay! Might go out to the garage and wax it here soon or maybe save that for tomorrow.
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09:47 PM
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PontiacStephen Junior Member Posts: 8 From: Texas Registered: Mar 2012
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Painted my new wing and cleaned up the tires
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11:17 PM
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Mar 18th, 2012
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gtxbullet Member Posts: 4180 From: Pewaukee, Wisconsin, USA Registered: Apr 2008
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ok. so I didn't do it today...I did it 3/14-3/16... I removed my 3.4L and Getrag Trans for rebuilding and re-installed my original 2.5L and Izuzu...just so I can drive my 88 Base Coupe while I rebuild the 3.4L swap. a lot of work to do all alone. I took plenty of breaks, so my guess is I swapped it all over in about 16 hours using floor jacks and some dollies (the kind you put under the wheels of cars) [This message has been edited by gtxbullet (edited 03-20-2012).]
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10:02 AM
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Raydar Member Posts: 41092 From: Carrollton GA. Out in the... country. Registered: Oct 1999
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| quote | Originally posted by gtxbullet:
ok. so I didn't do it today...I did it 3/14-3/26... I removed my 3.4L and Getrag Trans for rebuilding and re-installed my original 2.5L and Izuzu...just so I can drive my 88 Base Coupe while I rebuild the 3.4L swap. a lot of work to do all alone. I took plenty of breaks, so my guess is I swapped it all over in about 16 hours using floor jacks and some dollies (the kind you put under the wheels of cars)
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You're a better man then me. Takes me a weekend or two, working alone, to do a swap. (In reality, other stuff gets in the way, so it takes a lot longer.)
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10:18 AM
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Raydar Member Posts: 41092 From: Carrollton GA. Out in the... country. Registered: Oct 1999
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Yesterday, I had my rear tires replaced. Got Kumho Ecsta SPTs, in 235/45-17. You could almost see daylight through the Cooper Zeons that they replaced. I hated the Zeons. Slippery as hell when cold. I can't count the number of times that I broke the wheels loose, leaving work on cold evenings. NOT trying. (Getting sideways in front of your workplace is NOT the best idea. Tends to draw unwanted attention.)
This will be the 3rd pair of rears that I've replaced on these wheels. The front pair is still the originals that came with the wheels.
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10:25 AM
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dudewithoutfiero Member Posts: 1191 From: Cape Coral, Fl Registered: Jul 2005
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well i didn't do it but Joe fixed my wiggly steering column at the tech session that we sw fl people had today, thanks Joe!!!!!
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05:22 PM
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Spoon Member Posts: 3762 From: Sadsburyville, PA. 19369 / USA Registered: May 2004
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I removed the car cover and started it up. First time since Thanksgiving and the battery was still charged. Washed it and ran it up the road and filled the tank. Came back home and parked it in the driveway and peeked out the window at it every chance I got. Power steering was a little low so I topped it off. Must have a leak somewhere. Spoon ------------------ "Kilgore Trout once wrote a short story which was a dialogue between two pieces of yeast. They were discussing the possible purposes of life as they ate sugar and suffocated in their own excrement. Because of their limited intelligence, they never came close to guessing that they were making champagne." - Kurt Vonnegut
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10:22 PM
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Mar 19th, 2012
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Axdrenalin Member Posts: 478 From: Mountain City, Tennessee Registered: Mar 2011
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Changed the oil and filter in the black '88 GT, then took her out for a little ride around town...
Robert
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09:52 PM
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Mar 20th, 2012
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gtxbullet Member Posts: 4180 From: Pewaukee, Wisconsin, USA Registered: Apr 2008
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I drove my 88 again today...and she stalled several times (SES light says VSS...but it works fine). the 3.4L will hopefully be back in SOON...like the next coupe weeks. gotta have it in there for the DELLS RUN  though because the Engine Swap Class is the LARGEST ONE AT THE SHOW, I may just leave the original drivetrain in...LOL we'll see what kind of discounts my local parts store buddies are willing to get me for my rebuild. and If I can sort out my DUAL THROTTLEBODY Intake set up. [This message has been edited by gtxbullet (edited 03-20-2012).]
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12:04 AM
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PFF
System Bot
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Blacktree Member Posts: 20770 From: Central Florida Registered: Dec 2001
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Today, I replaced the piston in the slave cylinder (Getrag 5-spd). It was starting to leak, even though the slave cylinder is only a couple years old. I installed the dual-seal piston from Rodney Dickman. [This message has been edited by Blacktree (edited 03-20-2012).]
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07:27 PM
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solotwo Member Posts: 5374 From: Grand Rapids, MI. USA Registered: Jun 2002
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This last Sunday, installed a rebuilt steering rack and put the summer tires on. Monday after work fixed the license plate lights.
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09:28 PM
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Mar 21st, 2012
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FieroMaster88 Member Posts: 7680 From: Mattawan, MI Registered: Nov 2000
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I got a Driven Visions tail light panel for my 88 coupe. Should I paint it red to match the car or black? I'm thinking black.
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08:07 AM
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FieroMaster88 Member Posts: 7680 From: Mattawan, MI Registered: Nov 2000
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I forgot, I also ordered a new fuel pump for the Indy. It's going to get some garage space next week and get some well needed cleaning and a bunch of parts changed.
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08:25 AM
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spc15tdime Member Posts: 229 From: Portage, Michigan Registered: Jun 2006
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I drove my 85 SE V6 to work today for the first time in 6 years. It's also the furthest its been from the house in the last 6 years. Tonight Ill be washing and waxing I do believe  (that also hasnt been done in year)
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08:59 AM
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Charlie64 Member Posts: 396 From: Alexandria, VA Registered: Nov 2008
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Spent $2k on tires to go wih my new wheels...yikes! Expecting the wheels and tires in around mid April. ------------------ There's no such thing as too much power!  [This message has been edited by Charlie64 (edited 03-21-2012).]
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12:04 PM
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Mar 22nd, 2012
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Godzilla Member Posts: 146 From: Racine, WI Registered: Sep 2010
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put the battery back in and fired it up for the first time since the fall. started rite up and i drove it to work. loving the sunroof in this wether  ------------------
lrn2internet Just Say No to Manual Trans '86 SE v6
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12:36 AM
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madcurl Member Posts: 21401 From: In a Van down by the Kern River Registered: Jul 2003
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| quote | Originally posted by Charlie64:
Spent $2k on tires to go wih my new wheels...yikes! Expecting the wheels and tires in around mid April.
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What size and brand did you decide to go with?
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12:38 AM
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Charlie64 Member Posts: 396 From: Alexandria, VA Registered: Nov 2008
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Michelin Pilot Super Sport 255/35/19 for the front 325/30/19 for the rear ------------------ There's no such thing as too much power!
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05:44 AM
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seajai Member Posts: 1544 From: Linwood Township, Minnesota Registered: Feb 2012
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Got my RFID passive keyless entry / push button start system installed and tested. From: http://www.advancedkeys.com/Prod_AK104B.html It was a little time consuming to install, mainly because there is so little room behind the dash and I'm really picky. I ended up removing the entire dash which made access much better. The start button is installed in the center console right in front of the radio ( really the only place there was room). It works great, all I have to do is have the key fob in my pocket. When I get about 5 feet away from my car, it automatically unlocks the doors and enables the push button ignition. Shut the door, foot on the brake, tap the "engine start" button and the system turns on and cranks the engine til it starts. Foot on the brake and hold the button down for a couple seconds and the engine shuts off. Get out, close the door and walk away and the system automatically locks the door and arms the security system. There is also a remote start feature.
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09:59 PM
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PFF
System Bot
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Mar 23rd, 2012
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fotofrank Member Posts: 1034 From: Elgin IL Registered: Feb 99
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OK I washed mine and worked on the auto shift knob. I am cutting the lever down.
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05:14 PM
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FieroMaster88 Member Posts: 7680 From: Mattawan, MI Registered: Nov 2000
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Did a quick wax on it and cleaned the interior of the 88. I got the DrivenVisions tail light panel. I plan on taking it to the body shop and getting it painted black then installing it. I ordered a red "Turbo" badge to put in the center of it.
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06:32 PM
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Mar 24th, 2012
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doublec4 Member Posts: 8289 From: Oakville, Ontario, Canada Registered: Jun 2003
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Today is the day I wake my Fiero up from winter storage!
So excited I can't sleep and I've been up since 5 am !
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12:00 AM
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FieroMaster88 Member Posts: 7680 From: Mattawan, MI Registered: Nov 2000
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I ordered some zero lash sway bar end links for the front and rear of the 88 from Rodney today. Hopefully I can get all these parts installed and make a suspension build thread in a couple weeks. I have front lowering ball joints, front FieroStore lowering springs, zero lash end links and FieroGuru 13" brake upgrade. ------------------
 88 Coupe: 2.0L Turbo 4 Cylinder 84 Indy #64: Restoration Project!
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01:56 PM
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PBJ Member Posts: 4167 From: London, On., Canada Registered: Jan 2001
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New front tires, new front steering stops and a 4 wheel alignment. Pete ------------------  88 3800 turbo thanks to AkursedX and Sinister Performance
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02:41 PM
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TopNotch Member Posts: 3537 From: Lawrenceville, GA USA Registered: Feb 2009
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Replaced a broken stud on a rear wheel today. It's kind of hard to do on the car, but I got it done. Someone noticed the broken stud last weekend. I checked the others and found some loose, and tightened them, and finally got to the broken one today.
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06:45 PM
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Mar 25th, 2012
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NCTyphoonKid Member Posts: 1277 From: Trinity, NC USA Registered: Jun 2008
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Got some new tires and a alignment yesterday. Today I'm working on the interior and I'm gonna get it washed and cleaned up
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09:38 AM
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FieroMaster88 Member Posts: 7680 From: Mattawan, MI Registered: Nov 2000
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Replaced the alternator, belt and fuel pump on the indy. Put some fresh fuel in the tank and fired it up. Ran good, starts right up now.
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04:59 PM
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PBJ Member Posts: 4167 From: London, On., Canada Registered: Jan 2001
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emptied 1/2 a tank of fuel today, by driving it the way it was built to be driven.  Pete ------------------  88 3800 turbo
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05:06 PM
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