------------------ ~Michael '85 GT 4sp white - SOLD | | '85 2M6 Auto red - SOLD | | '84 2M4 bare chassis - SOLD Crap, I'm out of Fieros! Time to buy another!!
The car is doing well and ready for the Fiero weekend at Daytona next week. I've been methodically bringing it into the 21st century with nicer interior, improved audio and most importantly, modern engine electronics. It's still a bit of a time capsule, but eventually it will get a complete makeover.
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Robert, is this the longest you've had a Fiero without painting it???
Joe
Joe, it's probably the first Fiero I've owned that didn't NEED a paint job. Actually, the chin spoiler is off being resurfaced and painted as I type. Another thing I'm finally getting around to is replacing the alternator bracket and dogbone mount you welded up for me back in 2011. The belt alignment was just never the same after the spot repair. Getting it ready for the 30th so it's got to be right.
Well, the good news is the car drew a significant award at the 30th this past weekend. However, the 2200 mile round trip was not entirely without incident. While driving along at around 55 mph I heard a "thunk" as though I'd run over something. I looked in my rear view mirror and saw something like a small piece of round steel tubing go tumbling off into the weeds alongside the highway. About 30 seconds later a horrible grinding noise started up, forcing me to make a panic stop to see what damage was done. Turns out that the lower caliper bolt on the left front had backed out entirely. The wife and I walked back (in the rain) over a mile, scouring the area I believed to be where it went sailing off into the grass. We couldn't find it, so I had to get resourceful. There was a road crew working on power lines nearby, so I went and asked the foreman if he had a bucket of nuts and bolts. One of the trucks was pretty well equipped with fastners of various sizes, so I snatched up a handful and went back to the car to see If at least one of them would thread in enough to get me to someplace where I could work on it. Below is a picture my wife snapped while I was "cobbling" it back together.
[This message has been edited by rpro (edited 07-03-2013).]
Well, the good news is the car drew a significant award at the 30th this past weekend. However, the 2200 mile round trip was not entirely without incident. While driving along at around 55 mph I heard a "thunk" as though I'd run over something. I looked in my rear view mirror and saw something like a small piece of round steel tubing go tumbling off into the weeds alongside the highway. About 30 seconds later a horrible grinding noise started up, forcing me to make a panic stop to see what damage was done. Turns out that the lower caliper bolt on the left front had backed out entirely. The wife and I walked back (in the rain) over a mile, scouring the area I believed to be where it went sailing off into the grass. We couldn't find it, so I had to get resourceful. There was a road crew working on power lines nearby, so I went and asked the foreman if he had a bucket of nuts and bolts. One of the trucks was pretty well equipped with fastners of various sizes, so I snatched up a handful and went back to the car to see If at least one of them would thread in enough to get me to someplace where I could work on it. Below is a picture my wife snapped while I was "cobbling" it back together.
That's sad to hear...
My "all original" 88GT had a dab of blue lock-tite when I took the calipers off. I'm not sure if it came like that from the factory, but somebody did. Its a good idea to apply some on. When I bought the car, it was stored since 1994 but I suspect the pads were replaced at some point before that. (because they looked recent) Maybe the calipers were never taken off because you can change the pads with taking the caliper off the knuckle.
Be sure to torque them to 74 ft/lbs on installation. Yes, this is critical...
Well, the good news is the car drew a significant award at the 30th this past weekend. However, the 2200 mile round trip was not entirely without incident. While driving along at around 55 mph I heard a "thunk" as though I'd run over something. I looked in my rear view mirror and saw something like a small piece of round steel tubing go tumbling off into the weeds alongside the highway.
Sorry to hear about the trouble but what award did it win?
There were five awards given out in level 3 modified class. I was one of them out of a field of over 20 awesome Fiero's. The competition was pretty stiff as you can probably imagine.
Robert... car looked great, and good meeting you at the 30th.
Me and the Texas guys also logged 2200 miles... we did some detours on the way up and back like Branson and Bowling Green... long trip, and glad you guys made it back safely with only one incident.
In KY, One of our number nailed a semi tire retread that was in the middle of the freeway... he was set to miss it, but a minivan hit it and flung it right into him... wiped out nose, rocker, and possibly more as he quickly developed tranny issues. One of yours... 455 Tracy stopped to render aid. You guys in FL are all right in my book.
Ok, so I just blew an afternoon reading this entire thread. I just have to say that this has to be one of the nicest builds & customizations I've seen - bravo to Skitime for a job unbelieveably well done. Can't say as all the mods are to my own tastes, but they are ALL artfully done and perfectly finished. I especially like the engine compartment window & lights, and the vent on the rear deck - so sweet! Very inspiring. I also think the car looks fantastic lowered...keep up the great work.
I've been stalking PFF for the past 5 years now and sadly have never read this whole thread until now. Skitime, you have done AMAZING things. And RPRO your touches have placed the perfection bar higher. Since my formula has gone away I've wanted nothing more than an 88 T-top. Now i REALLY want one. (just with a G1) dash
Thanks, it was something I enjoyed quite a bit. I now have bought a spare hood that I plan on installing a vent in. Another project I would like to do in install a 3.6 GM motor, but very hesitant to try something I don't think has been done yet. Thanks again for the inspiration.
------------------ ∇PONTIAC∇ “The difference between a Fiero owner and genius is that genius has its limits.”
Man, after all these years this car still gets me wanting to get back in. Family took over and my Fiero projects never were completed. And they've been sitting in a barn in New Mexico for over a decade :-(
Also, I want to mention to those who don't know.....I purchased the "skitime" GT from "rpro" last week and it now resides back in the great state of Colorado. It needs some minor freshening up before I drive it/show it, (tires, minor cosmetics, etc), but rest assured....it *will* be driven and driven with gusto!
I plan on attending the Heartland Fiero show in Iowa later this year....maybe Fierorama too. It will definitely attend the 35th show next summer, so see you all there!
Here's a shot of it in my garage next to me stock red '88 GT:
Also, I want to mention to those who don't know.....I purchased the "skitime" GT from "rpro" last week and it now resides back in the great state of Colorado. It needs some minor freshening up before I drive it/show it, (tires, minor cosmetics, etc), but rest assured....it *will* be driven and driven with gusto!
I plan on attending the Heartland Fiero show in Iowa later this year....maybe Fierorama too. It will definitely attend the 35th show next summer, so see you all there!
Here's a shot of it in my garage next to me stock red '88 GT:
Hey, I plan to be in Colorado this summer. If it works out I would love to see my baby again. What part of Colorado?
Hey, I plan to be in Colorado this summer. If it works out I would love to see my baby again. What part of Colorado?
I'm a few miles north of downtown Denver....right on the border of Denver & Thornton. I travel a lot for work, so I'm not home much. Give me as much lead time as you can as far as when you'll be in town and I'll do my best to be here.
I remember Dave Horst, the builder of this Fiero coming to Carlsile in the 90's and it was an impressive creation. Dave is an excellent craftsman and put some unique touches on this car. Daves work was all first class and this Fiero was one of the first to have a full size 3800SC intercooler. While some features of this car like the early prom based PCM should be updated it is still without a doubt, a beautiful custom car now on its third or forth owner. After putting 100's of hour of labor into this car, I have no idea why Dave decided to sell it.
------------------ " 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 "
Dave, Mike Valentine still owns the car, and last I knew, he was planning on driving it from Colorado to the 40th Anniversary show in Pontiac, MI next week.
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