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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-14-2018, 07:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

Just to make sure everyone is on the same page. I'm not doing the work. It would literally take me decades to do what my shop is doing. It really pains me to spend this much money, but I will not be...
Forum: Body
07-14-2018, 06:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,596
Posted By shr00m

Re: Fender Brace

Awesome! That's the exact braces I had. Unfortunately I've looked through every spot I know of and can't find them. I'm sure they will turn up as soon as the car is out of paint.

Thanks,

Kevin...
Forum: Members Camaros
07-14-2018, 06:48 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,352
Posted By shr00m

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

My saving grace from the tornado damage was just putting stated claim insurance on mine through a local insurance agent. Geico is obviously out, but you might be able to pick some up locally.

I...
Forum: Body
07-07-2018, 02:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,596
Posted By shr00m

Re: Fender Brace

Not being a dick, "Hey, can either of you post a picture?"

Being a dick,



In either case, hopefully John has one as I too would have to dig through 20 boxes in multiple places to find where...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-07-2018, 09:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

Don't get me wrong, I'm glad the option is out there and even with labor probably cheaper then finding some NOS ones. Definitely wouldn't want to risk using used ones that are probably just as...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-07-2018, 09:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

Too large of mounting holes in front. Added metal brace with smaller hole.

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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-07-2018, 09:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

And on that note, let's skip ahead to them..

Front contour is not the same as the bumper.

...
Forum: Body
07-07-2018, 08:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,596
Posted By shr00m

Re: Fender Brace

I have two of them that came off my 92 TA as well. Never did find where they went. Those pictured are not what I have. Looks similar, but large holes on both ends. About 8" long?

Kevin D.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-01-2018, 09:24 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

So the hood. We were able to get the hood fit pretty well in the first build. A lot of things were adjusted to fit the hood. This time they're modifying the hood to fit the proper alignment of...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-01-2018, 09:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

What I thought was small cracks in the fender GFX pieces wound up being complete destruction when they took them off. I purchased the Hawk's replacements. Definitely not a direct fit and pretty damn...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-01-2018, 08:58 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

Glad to see you're still around and still in a 3rd gen. My restoration shop is moving again (they keep getting busier). They've finally bought their own building right by the bypass on 11 in Petal....
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-23-2018, 08:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

First coat on driver's side. They're also ensuring all of the body lines are perfectly rebuilt and straight.
...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-03-2018, 10:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

One thing I love about this shop is in addition to pictures of all the problems they run into, I've got a ton of pics of panel gaps, alignment issues, and anything that will be corrected.

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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-03-2018, 10:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

The other side luckily was not as bad.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/640x480/80-dscn9057_c67059ac04a67f4ab5d2d19cbaa5a68b85d358b0.jpg
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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-25-2018, 08:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

All right.

First oops when back from the frame shop. Someone backed into it with a trailer ball while there. Luckily I have a few spare noses.

...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-24-2018, 07:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

Thanks for the comments! I tend to go on a bit, glad people enjoy reading.

LT1/TA: Saw your original post, glad you read up on the vin/title issue. Not sure if it's on my site, but currently...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-23-2018, 11:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Re: Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

In January of 2017 there was talk of bad weather and the TA was still in the yard. At this point I still had Florida insurance on it. I kind of figured this would be bad in case it got scratched in...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-23-2018, 09:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,156
Posted By shr00m

Jade Resurrection, Rebuilding the 92 TA Vert (Again)

So long time member, haven't posted in several years. I'm sure a lot of the older members will remember, but for those new here's a recap.

I bought the car in 2004 after owning several Firebirds...
Forum: Convertibles
05-21-2016, 09:32 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,951
Posted By shr00m

Re: 1992 pontiac trans am vert

They match. The numbers you are quoting here are just convertible TA's.

Kevin D.
Forum: Interior
03-27-2016, 09:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By shr00m

Re: A pillar with 4th gen dash transplant

Molded, fiber-glassed, and wrapped in vinyl.


https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/800x264/80-img_2324_1_e6d0bdfa638546aaa70ecf34658b3d57f8e95976.jpg

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Forum: Convertibles
12-29-2015, 08:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 783
Posted By shr00m

Re: Green TA vert tan top MS plate spotted

It now has Florida tags... ;) We moved down here about 7 months ago and finally got a house in Clermont. Was moving it down after visiting family during Christmas.

It was filthy from only having...
Forum: Interior
09-27-2015, 07:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,044
Posted By shr00m

Re: 4th Gen door Panel attempt

I wouldn't use cardboard, it could distort it as the resin dries, plus could eventually be damaged by water like the stock panels. You could use plastic, but would need to make sure what ever you...
Forum: Interior
09-21-2015, 08:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,044
Posted By shr00m

Re: 4th Gen door Panel attempt

Another year (two in this case), another bump.

Here's the finished panel.

...
Forum: Convertibles
07-24-2014, 10:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 881
Posted By shr00m

Re: trunk release

On my 92, the trunk pull down circuit was used to release the tonneau cover and the power pull down was replaced with a standard latch, with good reason.

I would imagine since the 89 could have a...
Forum: Convertibles
06-26-2014, 09:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,161
Posted By shr00m

Re: Tonneau Cover/ Parade Boot, New Reproduction Now Available

Not sure what the factory used, but for the two times I've replaced mine I just did a zig-zag of clear silicone with more on the front corners. Lay it on, adjust it out, then stack some weight on top...
Forum: History / Originality
06-15-2014, 10:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,979
Posted By shr00m

Re: V.I.N. locations

There's a partial stamped in the passenger side front fender rail. That saved my *** in getting a new title. If you pull the battery and fender liner, you can read it with a flashlight and mirror.
...
Forum: Car Audio
04-02-2014, 12:07 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,127
Posted By shr00m

Re: Build Thread: HQ Sound & Bass in a Vert, No loss of space

Finally fully finished one door panel.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-743KWMkh3Jw/UzuTfDpCFoI/AAAAAAAAGJo/9BS0dzMwBL8/s800/IMG_1935.JPG
Forum: Body
04-02-2014, 12:04 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,843
Posted By shr00m

Re: 4th gen door panel teaser..

I really thought I had updated this. Per another thread I did reply to:



So use this thread as a guide I suppose, but I was never happy with the results and would not recommend trying to cut...
Forum: Convertibles
03-11-2014, 10:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 925
Posted By shr00m

Re: Best Way To Run a 12" Sub in a Vert?

Back seat:

http://www.ms-fbodies.com/images/IMG_0172.JPG

No loss of trunk space:

http://www.ms-fbodies.com/images/IMG_0169.JPG

Kevin D.
Forum: History / Originality
01-22-2014, 10:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,920
Posted By shr00m

Re: Interesting car on Ebay - Gale Banks twin turbocharged Trans Am

Doesn't look like it sold for $85k, that was the asking price. There was one offer that was refused.

Kevin D.
Forum: History / Originality
01-19-2014, 10:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,066
Posted By shr00m

Re: Factory GM Sub Frame Connectors????

Here's a good shot of the passenger side:

http://www.ms-fbodies.com/images/IMG_1009.JPG

You can see it's a u-shape, but is formed to follow the floor pan curves. It pretty much covers just the...
Forum: Convertibles
01-19-2014, 10:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,161
Posted By shr00m

Re: Tonneau Cover/ Parade Boot, New Reproduction Now Available

It's stuck to a big stamped metal piece in the same exact shape as it. If they break the stock panel (much less the fiberglass piece), they've bent the metal below it.

Now the front corners due...
Forum: Convertibles
01-15-2014, 11:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,194
Posted By shr00m

Re: 91 bird conv

Good find! Great deal, but it's not a Formula. Sounds like it has a V8 though, which is good.

Kevin D.
Forum: History / Originality
12-08-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,740
Posted By shr00m

Re: Burned 1989 TTA ANYONE WANT TO SAVE IT ??

This car does not require a license to buy. It doesn't say it on the auction, but if you filter a nationwide search for no-license required, it shows up.

You can register (there's a fee to become...
Forum: Interior
12-08-2013, 05:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,518
Posted By shr00m

Re: 4th gen interior parts query

Best bet is to cut the third-gen sill, then use the 4th gen seal and kick-panel piece.

http://www.ms-fbodies.com/images/IMG_2408.JPG

$250 for a non-cracked set of 4th gen panels isn't bad. If...
Forum: South East Region
09-02-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 848
Posted By shr00m

Re: Can I get someone to burn a prom

Carrie White should be able to take care of you:

http://www.imdb.com/media/rm279755264/tt0074285?ref_=tt_ov_i



Free bump for my humor.

Kevin D.
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-24-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 59,091
Posted By shr00m

Re: LS1 Swap Crew: This is my Supercharged LS1 swap thread

That's a 4th gen. Nothing like that needed on a 3rd gen.

Kevin D.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-05-2013, 10:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,437
Posted By shr00m

Re: Ground Control Systems

For future reference, they will not work without modification for tubular cross-members that use the inside diameter of stock springs to center the springs.

The DC weight jacks are the same...
Forum: Fabrication
07-02-2013, 09:51 PM
Replies: 301
Views: 44,352
Posted By shr00m

Re: Unique RHD Ls1 Third Gen

Awesome! Do what you can with what you can get!

Kevin D.
Forum: Convertibles
07-02-2013, 09:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,062
Posted By shr00m

Re: How can I get my trunk lid to close flush?

There was screw bumpers on mine. They're on the lid itself.

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_W8ijewTeFXE/S_9VFC8X6jI/AAAAAAAADbw/sxL9gAsZi9g/s800/IMG_0324.JPG

You can see them on the corners.

Kevin D.
Forum: Convertibles
07-02-2013, 09:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,556
Posted By shr00m

Re: For sale Convertible Subwoofer Boxes

So, how much would you be willing to pay for a drop in box shaped like the factory piece on the left (assuming you would want to keep the spare)? And how many others would be interested?

Kevin D.
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-27-2013, 10:13 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 59,091
Posted By shr00m

Re: LS1 Swap Crew: This is my Supercharged LS1 swap thread

Man, I hate to tell you this, but.... You are absolutely going to love the Maggie.

I hit 507 RWHP with a 1900 on a stock LS1 with stock heads, so a 2300 on better flowing heads should easily hit...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
06-27-2013, 09:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,952
Posted By shr00m

Re: Paint code the GTA Gold cross lace?

Ummm... Tight?

I've been out of town, and you've had me thinking ever since I saw your reply. I had the bolts painted and did not want to touch the front of the bolts. I wound up putting...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
06-18-2013, 09:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,952
Posted By shr00m

Re: Paint code the GTA Gold cross lace?

I used:

GM Aztec Gold - Effect color
Code: 9218 (may be O'reilly's code)
Code2: C9047K M

on mine.

Kevin D.
Forum: Convertibles
05-31-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 975
Posted By shr00m

Re: 1986 ASC weather seal

I've ordered it twice from my upholstery place. . 3 yards was too short, 5 yards was too much. I can't remember in feet how much it was short or long though...

Kevin D.
Forum: Car Audio
05-31-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,127
Posted By shr00m

Re: Build Thread: HQ Sound & Bass in a Vert, No loss of space

Not too much. There's a reason it's taken 9 years to get to this point.

Got the Side trim and kick-panels/sills wrapped:
...
Forum: Convertibles
05-25-2013, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 852
Posted By shr00m

Re: Convertible lid leather replacement

Yes, it's easy to remove the panel. It's only held on with some zig-zags of adhesive. Start at the front corners and work you're way across. Very easy to peel the vinyl off and reapply new vinyl.
...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-14-2013, 04:40 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,039
Posted By shr00m

Re: May 2013 COTM ** Nominations**

I'll second. Thanks for the nom on mine!

Kevin D.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-11-2013, 10:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,543
Posted By shr00m

Re: My new 17x9.5 GTA's have arrived!

Post some pics! I've been looking into getting new rings made to go to the correct offset, and possibly stretching them out to 18". I would love to see what they look like with some dish to them....
Forum: Interior
03-17-2013, 10:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,804
Posted By shr00m

Re: 4th gen door panels - custom fit into 92 camaro

Love it!

Kevin D.
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