http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymot...&hash=item2318dcacf3 over $17,000 really!?? feels good to have a "maybe" Mera under $10,000 i guess. if this Testa' had a larger V6 or a V8, of course, but the 2.8?? uggg!
Given that there was only one (1) Testarossa Spyder ever made, this one lacks creds!
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Dick Mera #8046 1987 GT - T-boned (RIP)
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hopefully there are only a few instances where the Ft/Lb tolerance is important. what would the Duke Boys do?? i reckon..............ha! i will use my old pedal bike on the wall. now for 10 lb test......... here kitty,kitty,kitty.
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Spent a nice (70 degrees) Sunday afternoon wrenching under the Mera. The starter solenoid was getting intermittent. Installed a new starter I had on the shelf, and did a general under car inspection. I'm going to rebuild the old solenoid and keep the starter as a back up. Next is a throttle body service, oil change, plug inspection, and new plug wires, cap and rotor. Another New Mexico cruise is in the not too distant future.
its supposed to be 50 here tommarrow...so i get to work on my Jeeps brakes the Mera is starting to shape up....got pictures, threads and AutoZone for a data base......of inspriation
i got a new wheel cylinder and few other springs and such to install, not to bad. i hope
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Spent a nice (70 degrees) Sunday afternoon wrenching under the Mera. The starter solenoid was getting intermittent. Installed a new starter I had on the shelf, and did a general under car inspection. I'm going to rebuild the old solenoid and keep the starter as a back up. Next is a throttle body service, oil change, plug inspection, and new plug wires, cap and rotor. Another New Mexico cruise is in the not too distant future.
Ah, wouldn't be out to Rozwell to visit the Mother Ship?
its supposed to be 50 here tommarrow...so i get to work on my Jeeps brakes the Mera is starting to shape up....got pictures, threads and AutoZone for a data base......of inspriation
i got a new wheel cylinder and few other springs and such to install, not to bad. i hope
Dan, that is my buddy Jeff's car. He is downsizing his fleet. The car is very quick, but I am not an automatic guy. Those wheels were originally on my yellow 88 GT. They are ALT AT 148's (17x7.5.) I don't think they are in production anymore. I bought them because they were different and looked great on the Fiero. The only thing I might do is install a quieter muffler on it. I used to like loud but not so much anymore. It is a nice build and would be a dependable car.
Dan, that is my buddy Jeff's car. He is downsizing his fleet. The car is very quick, but I am not an automatic guy. Those wheels were originally on my yellow 88 GT. They are ALT AT 148's (17x7.5.) I don't think they are in production anymore. I bought them because they were different and looked great on the Fiero. The only thing I might do is install a quieter muffler on it. I used to like loud but not so much anymore. It is a nice build and would be a dependable car.
i want it for the engine i keep kicking myself for not getting the V8 he sold for pennies
i want it for the engine i keep kicking myself for not getting the V8 he sold for pennies
I know you would not do it, but it would be easier to buy the car and swap your body panels onto it. You would get all the 88 suspension, and brake upgrades in the process. You could be driving in a couple of days.
Originally posted by Rick 88: I know you would not do it, but it would be easier to buy the car and swap your body panels onto it. You would get all the 88 suspension, and brake upgrades in the process. You could be driving in a couple of days.
i would low ball a Kit 308 tho....and fake that its my Mera X thats weird, no?? that Finale Kit above would be a contender if i could ever, spend that much. i actually had to think hard about ole' Katataks XTC w/ a 4.9 if i remember, right?? i just cant "feel" that Kit.....but i could swap low grade 308 panel finds and fake the Mera funk...... but i can drive a fast Fiero also. not afraid one bit and welcome the "......bloody Fiero" its the same as with a Mera but upon take off they change their tune and shut said mouth
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Just removed the heater core from #8044. Hayes manual was a bit misleading, but found what looks like a great write-up on the forum--Fiero Heater Core Replacement by RWDPLZ--after I did the job, of course. Actually, this is the first car I've done where the job was really quite easy.
Just removed the heater core from #8044. Hayes manual was a bit misleading, but found what looks like a great write-up on the forum--Fiero Heater Core Replacement by RWDPLZ--after I did the job, of course. Actually, this is the first car I've done where the job was really quite easy.
ohhh yeah theres all kinds of threads for this and that!! i have been collecting them for my knuckle bustin days ahead of me........this stupid Jeep is killin me with this brake crap!! "..........hows a brotha supposed to stop if i bring you in the part first?!!" stupid auto zone..........booo!! 2nd time i had to return the wrong part.
hey Richard??? you even need a Heater core with them mostly "dry" cool temps, you desert snake charmers get?? no i know the sand box gets quite fridged at night .......just playin.
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hey Richard??? you even need a Heater core with them mostly "dry" cool temps, you desert snake charmers get?? no i know the sand box gets quite fridged at night .......just playin.
You'll be sorry you asked. I was tail-gating this jerk in an SUV on an on-ramp going way too slow to merge. He ran over some HUGE truck tire treads that, of course, I didn't see and couldn't avoid. They beat the s*** out of the underside of the car, and I immediately smelled the smell. I knew I had ruptured a coolant line, but I needed to get off the freeway, so watching the temp gauge closely, I continued on--and on, and on, and on. Temp gauge never flickered. After a couple months, I got tired of the smell and investigated. Well, seems as though my G'daughter had left a small pillow at her feet and it collected the drip, drip, drip of a leaking heater core, and it went unnoticed. Inspected the underside--no evidence of damage. "It's left up to the student" to figure out how running over the treads busted the heater core. Anyway, I bought a cheap aluminum, that's alloy for Julian, core on the web for about $35 including shipping. Hey, who needs a heater in AZ--can't say the same for Mal Paso, brrrr.
Sorry, Rick, but you guys get some really cold weather--"but it's a dry cold." OBTW, I'm tempted to get hold of katatak re his car--is it a good one?
Another note: If you do this job, the hard part is getting the hoses off the core nipples. Don't fret about it, just break off the nipples then crush and fish the broken ends from the hoses.
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ohhh you saw that posted for you, Non-Members.......
You mean we're the ONLY members Dan? I have a strange feeling we have not heard the end of MERA's in the Fiero Focus Magazine. Keep an eye on the next issue. I also think there could be a nice write up on Meras Across America Rally if we get involved with their group.!
You mean we're the ONLY members Dan? I have a strange feeling we have not heard the end of MERA's in the Fiero Focus Magazine. Keep an eye on the next issue. I also think there could be a nice write up on Meras Across America Rally if we get involved with their group.!
i can only assume that the upper, overhere midwest and such would benefit from membership. our friends to the south and far West most likely dont subscribe, maybe?? i think the mag is a great read. so far every issue i have has Mera in them and i bet you got a nice write up a commin, no?? well worth the price of the yearly admission
but Us over here in the civilizied world are mostly Wayne, IndyResto-Guy......ahhhh Rodney, may be a member.....quite long standing member i am sure the guy in MN. Mera#8151 ??? cant remember....May 5th Bringit!!!
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but Us over here in the civilizied world are mostly Wayne, IndyResto-Guy......ahhhh Rodney, may be a member.....quite long standing member i am sure the guy in MN. Mera#8151 ??? cant remember....May 5th Bringit!!!
This is the "civilized world"?
Oh I just named my cats litter box Texas, and it cleared up his yeast infection! Whod'a thunk?
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yeah i saw that post is it all good?? you are my yard stick for the3.4L swap.....whats it doing?? is it bad??
3.4 is running great. I am considering the TLG dual T/B intake for the motor. I'm waiting for Yellowstone to give me the seat of the pants review. Currently I have an issue with one of my brake calipers that will need to be addressed. 88 calipers are a pain to work on. One of the rear calipers has an audible knocking sound when cold under braking, and becomes totally quiet when it warms up.
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3.4 is running great. I am considering the TLG dual T/B intake for the motor. I'm waiting for Yellowstone to give me the seat of the pants review. Currently I have an issue with one of my brake calipers that will need to be addressed. 88 calipers are a pain to work on. One of the rear calipers has an audible knocking sound when cold under braking, and becomes totally quiet when it warms up.
HA! i guess i should have entered....the title made me think it was the engine. sorry. i like the metal expansion/contraction theroy!! brake calipers and the such....under braking will heat fast, too. hope its just a caliper thing. with the one side acting flakey with the uneven wear.....thats screams volumes to me good luck!! and them TLG duals may see my Mera, too......is Yellowstone using a 2.8L or a 3.4L for the test....and you got a link??
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His engine is a 2.8 The car is currently getting lots of updates. According to what I have read, the intake will improve performance even more on a larger 3.4.
According to what I have read, the intake will improve performance even more on a larger 3.4.
as well it should..............and that link is a bust, nada. *edit* now its working....man he has got some cool cars in that shop...now i am off to read it. Later!!
wow!! even seems to have pics of at least one Mera maybe even two..............i am awaiting with bells on!! i was thinking about doing this too.....if i ever get that call for work, it has to come some day,no??
i think this is a Mera....Prolly Nelson its got the OEM Mera bumper...........anyway
and this black one in the background........stage left, right??
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ARGGGGGGG! I had to do it but it's killing me! I had to reinstate my insurance $$$ and take the Mera out of storage Thank goodness its 34 degrees, sunny and dry out, but I still don't like it, and it was confused by that white stuff in the fields?? Had to explain this is not sand like it was used too in Pittsburg Texas where I bought it from. That's right you Texas Strangers, my car came from...shudder...Texas, but at least it had the good sense to get out Get this, my oldest son has my truck; his is unsafe to drive because he has it lifted to the second story, and has off road tires on it. Then my youngest son "lent" his car to his girl friend; because her car can't go two miles without overheating, soooooo he has my car! I really don't remember putting my folks through this, but then again, we only had the one horse.
P.S. At idle I am getting a voltage light on, then once it revs up it goes out?
ARGGGGGGG! I had to do it but it's killing me! I had to reinstate my insurance $$$ and take the Mera out of storage Thank goodness its 34 degrees, sunny and dry out, but I still don't like it, and it was confused by that white stuff in the fields?? Had to explain this is not sand like it was used too in Pittsburg Texas where I bought it from. That's right you Texas Strangers, my car came from...shudder...Texas, but at least it had the good sense to get out Get this, my oldest son has my truck; his is unsafe to drive because he has it lifted to the second story, and has off road tires on it. Then my youngest son "lent" his car to his girl friend; because her car can't go two miles without overheating, soooooo he has my car! I really don't remember putting my folks through this, but then again, we only had the one horse.
P.S. At idle I am getting a voltage light on, then once it revs up it goes out?
HAHAHHAAA!! could not help it, eh??? i cant think about it for Mera X is still broke. your light thing maybe a short in the wire at the gauge and wiggles under tourque?? i dont know, just free forming here.....
as far as the Texas thing.....one less down there means more up here. see good things do come from TX. hahahaaa....
i dont have kids sucker.......dad!! at least you have an excuse to get that salt all over the Mera, i would rather have sand and snakes. snakes can be killed and eaten. salt does all the eatin up here just remember to wash it underneath before it goes back to sleep....you know the snow aint over, by a long shot i hope
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Had to explain this is not sand like it was used too in Pittsburg Texas where I bought it from. That's right you Texas Strangers, my car came from...shudder...Texas, but at least it had the good sense to get out
P.S. At idle I am getting a voltage light on, then once it revs up it goes out?
Wayne, west Texas cars are rust free, because they don't have to deal with that flakey white stuff you Eskimo's live with. The voltage light coming on is it's way of telling you that it's homesick, and wants to go back to TEXAS! Either that, or your alternator is taking a crap.......
I could give it a good home where the Mera's can roam,,,,,,
ohhhhh Richard??? you best be looking..... Left ,right, left, right, left, right.....then left again, before you pull out on to the Highway, just to be sure http://autos.yahoo.com/blog...5-mph-155812320.html
OI!!! check these out. most do not like the Gold, but with OEM lace wheels in gold on a Red Mera, these would look boss, no??
this Whodenie....is really working at getting Mera X for a overhaul construction season is nigh....and i am rarring to go!!!! these coilovers. them dual intakes. wonder if i sent him X and my headers and polys if he could do it all???hummmm.......
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Waynum, I believe the internal regulator in you alternator is the culprit. 88 alternators can sometimes be hard to find. If you are trying to keep the car original, a local rebuilder can make it good as new. They are a pain to get out, but the manual cars are easier than the autos as there is more room to work.
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Waynum, I believe the internal regulator in you alternator is the culprit. 88 alternators can sometimes be hard to find. If you are trying to keep the car original, a local rebuilder can make it good as new. They are a pain to get out, but the manual cars are easier than the autos as there is more room to work.
Thanks Rick, I will run a voltage check with the car running, but my gut tells me your right At least it happened close to home.
awwww man....not again. i want this!!!!!
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