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This is what the restoration of the 1968 firebird has cost so far. Have about 95% of parts to do so, including a new 4 tube large volume radiator, and some other new parts. Also have a few other 7881 firebird and trans am parts,such as hood,shaker,400turbo automatic trans, and new old stock 81 fender. Dave owns a couple of show winning 1969 firebirds 400 coupe, ram air convertible that have won top honors at pontiac national shows. This restoration began in late 2007 and continues to this day. This is the often maligned generation, having developed a well deserved reputation for poor build quality and low performance. If you dont mind about these, just enjoy the audio visualizer. A website that shows the restoration work that was done on a 1967 firebird.

See all formats and editions hide other formats and. The chevy and pontiac teams in transam racing as well as gm itself developed the geometry of this suspension and it was a big step forward from the previous suspension in 1969. Dec 3, 2018 this 1984 firebird trans am has been in the same family since new, and they. Welcome to the first gen site, where you can find documentation, literature and information related to the first generation firebirds. Buy now to own the guide that will become the standard source in restoration and judging guide for all firebirds. Pictures and descriptions of the process of restoring a 1968 firebird. I am also worried i will not be able to find someone who knows anything about the detailing for my firebird. Pontiac trans am wall shelf front end made of resin with. The t700 is the first generation of the t800 terminator. Blog detailing the restoration of my 1967 pontiac firebird. Nov 10, 2015 the chassis and suspension of the firebird is gms secondgeneration fbody so it shares its architecture with the 19701981 camaro. Pontiac firebird restoration guide 19671969 joe moore on. This is the musthave guide if you are planning a full restoration, or just want to add more points to your next showing.

Brand new formula firebird ram air cleaner 19701975. My dad bought the car from its first owner in 1981. I made this in the best quality available, way even better than flac format. I want to start restoring my car but wonder if i am going to pay too much to have someone restore my firebird. Trans am and firebird formula restoration guide, 19701981. Today, sunbelt gifts holds licenses with cocacola, general motors, chrysler, and dodge. Pontiac firebird restoration guide 19671969 plastic comb may 1, 2005 by joe moore author 3. Came with a small tempered glass shelf, and is very nice, can tell is man made not top quality but. This is a blog detailing the restoration of my 1967 pontiac firebird. St kilda apartment has been lovingly restored with features and furnishings that pay.

Pontiac firebird and trans am owners are loyal and dedicated to the preservation of these storied highperformance models and therefore demand an accurate and faithful restoration. Information on the restoration of a 1969 firebird, with images. Here, we talk about our firebirds, discuss issues, solve problems, and answer questions. Jun 23, 2018 500402 for 196769 camaro and firebird convertible with factory air 500403 for convertibles without ac also available are a trunk kit, package try kit, trunk divider kit, floor kit, roof kit, kick panel sit, side kit and firewall kits. I originally purchased this red formula thinking i would start with a mostly complete car that may need some repaint and details finished up. Some of these details will help you determine what year a firebird is especially when you dont have the car in front of you, such as seeing a picture on the internet. We have a fantastic reputation for over the top customer service as a top rated seller on e b a y under the name autotrunkmotorpulldownrepairs. This pontiac trans am 1977 car front wall shelf is perfect for anyones. Feb 15, 2014 thats a new mix made by the nef project. First generation firebirds preferably pontiac powered. Emblem restoration first generation firebird 1967, 1968. While the 69 ra 400 firebird cars have this, the 69 tas do not. Firebird performance levels improved for 1996, with the establishment of the stronger 200hp 3. Please address feedback regarding what youd like to see to the webmaster.

This will focus on, you guessed it, the restoring of my dads 1969 pontiac firebird. Really nice fits the wall well, gm product, and really well detailed. The magnitude and variety of work in the restoration process can be overwhelming and thats why a complete restoration guide by an acknowledged expert is so important. He is more than qualified to perform this restoration, and his attention to detail is outstanding. This rare firebird is currently being restored by dave armstrong of pmd restorations. Autotrunkmotor and third gen bargain barn has merged to form a one stop shop for camaro and firebird parts with electrical and restoration services.

I bought the car from a small colorado junk yard in 1981, bumper towed it back to ohio with another 67 firebird convertible and began my restoration. This published myth can be read on page 1 and 45 of the fabulous firebird. Sunbelt gifts has developed its line of products, primarily focusing on. Third generation, in this case, refers to chevrolet camaros and pontiac firebird s built between the years 1982 and 1992. As well as post pictures of our firebirds, formulas, and trans ams. The pontiac firebird was an american automobile built by pontiac from the 1967 to 2002 model years.

Designed as a pony car to compete with the ford mustang and mercury cougar, it was introduced on february 23, 1967, simultaneous with gms chevrolet division platformsharing camaro. I was wondering if anyone had any tips on how to do emblem restoration. A guide to all v8 firebird models part numbers, options, serial numbers and production totals. Mar 22, 2016 hi all, welcome to my 1969 firebird restoration thread. Ok i have finally made enough progress that i can start a post on my project. Trans am and firebird formula restoration guide, 19701981 moore, joe on. I did a lot of cutting and welding before admitting. New kits to quiet firstgen fbody camaro and firebird interiors. All of the emblems are in decent shape except all of the blackred paint isnt there anymore. Hidden bookshelf door plans build a hidden door come visit us today to learn more a. I created this site to share details of my 1967 pontiac firebird convertible restoration and modification. Offering the fully loaded evo sport, evo student and omega tandem, as well as reserve canopies. Restoration guide first generation firebird 1967, 1968.

The second generation pontiac firebirds and trans ams were so iconic, with features such as the hood scoops, stripes and the trans am bird decal. The third generation pontiac firebird was introduced in late 1981 by pontiac alongside its corporate cousin, the chevrolet camaro for the 1982 model year. Up until recently, the plan was to restore the 1986 z28, which was the first car acquired. I have all of the emblems except for the passenger side firebird front emblem, and the 400 trunk emblem. These were also the first firebirds with factory fuel injection, fourspeed automatic transmissions, fivespeed manual transmissions, fourcylinder engines, 16inch wheels, and hatchback bodies. Since then, weve expanded to provide parts and products for each model year ever produced, from the first 1967 to the final 2002 model to roll off the assembly line. As i dug into that car, i realized the body was really too far gone to salvage see the carnage here, especially with my limited abilities. Classic industries has offered restoration parts for the iconic pontiac firebird and transam since 1991. Caserio became pontiacs general manager 1263 base firebirds had synchromesh and 10,738 had automatic.