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Definitely looking forward to getting the wheels back on!
Need to check the brake system for a vacuum leak and reinstall rear wheelwell first.
(I had to remove it to get sequential tailight harness out as Bubbajoe is helping with the rewire)
Been busy this long weekend but started prepping doors and mounted these filler panels...



Also picked up my custom door handles and 1/4 windows from the paint shop.

It looks like there's a piece missing on the engine/plenum cover, something like



but with a mesh screen.

Hey Gokart, looks like blower backfire protection for the blower I don't have

Did some work on the door handles so I can reassemble the outer door panels.
Here's the custom shaped handle back from paint to better match the smooth molding.


This is a mod I'd recommend to others with 87-88 Fieros.
I removed the ribbed piece stuck on with adhesive and filled into the shape I wanted.
Only problem was the LH handle had a broken spring and retaining clip.


So I dug into my parts stash to harvest another LH spring.


Hopefully the JB Weld will solve the problem - will update on that once it cures...

quote Originally posted by Fiero2m8: Did some work on the door handles so I can reassemble the outer door panels. Here's the custom shaped handle back from paint to better match the smooth molding.

That is a nice mod for the door handles.

When are you going to put the wheels on it and roll it out in the light of day so we can see just how bad ass it's looking.

Cheers Beers n Gearz. Joe

Joe

quote Originally posted by motoracer838: That is a nice mod for the door handles. When are you going to put the wheels on it and roll it out in the light of day so we can see just how bad ass it's looking. Cheers Beers n Gearz. Joe Joe

Possibly as soon as this weekend Joe.
I agree that natural light will make for much better photos!
I can do more fit and finish work outside the tiny garage as for example I can't open the doors fully inside.
I've got some other underside finish work to do but I can always jack the Fiero back up for that...

quote Originally posted by Fiero2m8: Hey Gokart, looks like blower backfire protection for the blower I don't have

I mean fill in this area

quote Originally posted by Gokart Mozart: I mean fill in this area

Ok I'll consider adding it to the list - not sure yet because I like getting a peak at the engine valley...

LED indicators and clear marker lens installed:


Also installed the gas filler neck:


Some of you will remember that I had a stock gas door painted as well but that's going on the future mods list for now.
Got a good idea from Bubbajoe on building an all aluminum louvered grill which is also on the list.

1/4 windows are on too:

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Yesterday I got enough done to get the project back on its own wheels.
1) installed horns that I had forgotten all about.
2) adjusted front fenders to align with door panels.
3) reinstalled wheels and lowered from jackstands.



Battery was dead so I put that on the deep cycle charger.

Freaking Awesome!

Charlie

How about a quick video so we can see it move and hear it roar!

I've got one word for you buddy! Sexy!

All that hard work has paid off! You'll have to drop by sometime when you're in the area.

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quote Originally posted by Fiero2m8: This is the first time I drove it since page 59 of the build thread. Best feeling was taking it for a spin around the block with proud neighbour onlookers who know how hard I've been working on it show their approval.

When's the cross-Canada tour? Awesome!

quote Originally posted by Fiero2m8: This is the first time I drove it since page 59 of the build thread. Believe me I didn't know at the time it would be one month shy of two years since I drove it again.

I hear you there... my Blue SBC fiero became engineless in Dec 2009 and I am hoping to have it running again before the 2 year mark.

Congrats on completing the restoration/upgrades and putting the finishing touches on an absolutely epic Fiero.

awesome!

Thanks Guys, it means a lot coming from Fiero enthusiasts.
Patrick I will be in Vancouver Oct 25-27th for work but they won't pay me mileage to drive...
Yes a video is in order, will try a short one myself this week and can probably get an assistant to record a better one on the weekend.
I pulled her back in the garage and my guess on the rear ride height appears very good now that the springs have settled.


The front ride height needs to be lowered but I am loving the turning radius and steering/ride of the 88 front suspension.
It easy to recommend this swap once it's done
Planning to finalize door panels, install side mirrors and sunroof next.

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Congrats! Thats a huge step!

Can't wait to see some higher res pics too! Great work

Looking good!

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Joe

A little more progress...

Door panel alignment finalized so mirrors could be installed.
I used door gaps and molding as guidelines.
I also brought the panels flush to the rear quarters with shims.
The pictures below should do the talking:

Before


After






Next I lowered the front ride height:
Stock

Spring swap


Also got started on interior.
Mounted roof panel first:


Installed the interior door panel, hardware, dew wipes, mirrors and speaker:


Driver's side is next.

Definitely even better looking with the ride height adjusted.

Almost strange to see it all back together. Hope I get to see it in person in the near future!

Looks amazing! I've always been a fan of those style Corvette wheels, very nice mod.

quote Originally posted by Fiero2m8: As requested...

quote Originally posted by 1988holleyformula: Looks amazing! I've always been a fan of those style Corvette wheels, very nice mod.

Yes the C6 wheels are so much more common these days but I really like the non-painted C5 five spoke.

Driver's side door panel reassembled - I still need to order some new inner dew wipes:


Sunroof panel didn't have 1/4" holes so I drilled them and finished seal install:


Sunroof glass hardware reinstalled:


Hub bearing nuts were also retorqued now that new roller bearings have seated:


Also adjusted front end alignment so it's in the ballpark now.
Next working on new power window switches and headlamps that are going to remain stock for now.

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Without scrolling back here's some before pics from the 25th anniversary show. What a difference!

Wow, nice work Jelly! I like your attention to detail. Thats what makes or breaks a custom build.

Steven

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1987 Fiero GT 3.4TDC w/ n20
KTM 250SX

Thanks guys.

Passenger power window switch replaced:


I decided to swap interior lighting over to LED:


Here they are installed:


Unfortunately I never made it to the cruise Sunday as had an overheating issue on the way there in Beamsville

Headlights are done until future mod is decided upon (got to leave somethings to ensure the project is never done)
Started by removing all the original harness loom:


Next reassembled the assemblies after cleaning and repainting all the components:


Buckets were slighty adjusted from original mounting locations to align with current hood position:


The passenger motor is lazy and will need repair or replace which isn't surprising since the driver's side failed just before the rebuild started:


Looks like new and just need to do headlight alignment when I have car in an proper environment to make accurate adjustments...

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Picked up a few supplys to care care of my leaking upper rad hose and this new problem:


The Cool tube is the split type so it's really easy to install:


When the upper rad hose developed a leak at high pressure it caused a chain reaction of issues.
Air got in the system and coolant stopped circulating causing a hot temp guage.
Meanwhile the coolant in the rad was cooler so the electric fans didn't come on.
Engine bay temp got hot and starting melting plastic loom anywhere relatively near exhaust system.

Anyways will have this all resolved soon - started by swapping the rad hose to a chrome 36" flex pipe that matches my heater hoses:


Working on cool tube install this weekend and then tweaking rear ride height and rear camber / toe alignment adjustment.

Ok yesterday I got 10 feet of wire loom replaced with the Cool Tube:


Happy with the way it came out and the aluminum colour matches quite well:


I used stainless steel straps instead of black plastic ty-raps this time:


Today I worked on the rear ride height and alignment:


It's all the little fine tuning that takes more time than expected...

Two words:

JEA-LOUS!!!!!



Looks fantastic!

I never get tired of reading this thread over and over again

Know anyway to get some custom center caps?



Pegasus or Badge would looks sweet there!

Thanks guys, I intend to keep posting the details as the project continues to envolve.
As for centre caps, I figure new decals on the original caps would be easiest.
I haven't done that yet but I did get chrome lug nuts for the wheels installed last weekend.