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Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
08-02-2021, 12:10 PM
Replies: 0
[GA] New carpet
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Posted By straightbuchana

New carpet

Trying to get rid of some stuff to make room

Anyone need new carpet for their 3rd gen? Brand new out the box. I laid it out the box let it relax, thinking I'd put it in the next week but that was...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-22-2019, 02:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,331
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: 12 bolt (sold), viking shocks

I could do $250 if you pay for shipping
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-09-2019, 07:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,331
Posted By straightbuchana

12 bolt (sold), viking shocks

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Forum: South East Region
04-13-2019, 02:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,230
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Used parts around Bowden Georgia

I've purchased things from him a few years back. He had just about everything you'd need and his prices were fair. Cool guy to talk to also, with a nice Camaro! I took a lot of his business cards...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-06-2019, 11:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,015
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Building "The Mamba"

Trust me, if I knew about that, I'd be doing it! Lol that's actually pretty genius! I had to scour the garage just to find my 7 pistons (one was already in the engine). Now I gotta go find a crate...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-05-2019, 02:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,015
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Building "The Mamba"

http://i68.tinypic.com/2laycsg.jpg

Car currently as it sits after I started to clean up my work area a bit.

Not too much progress has been made due to this Georgia weather. Cold and rain isn't...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-19-2019, 10:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Gunmetal Grey with body issues?

Yeah I learned the hard way about rushing it., unfortunately lol! Thank you :)
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-19-2019, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Gunmetal Grey with body issues?

Thank you for that! I got a bit more confidence going into this knowing more of what to do now. Hopefully I can get it all straightened out.

Sounds like I'm going to have to skip the...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-19-2019, 06:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Gunmetal Grey with body issues?

Yep, I was only using plain ole Bondo to fill in everything. It was my first time really messing with anything like that and I know it could definitely use some improvement this go-around. I'll...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-19-2019, 05:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By straightbuchana

Gunmetal Grey with body issues?

Hey every one!

I'm needing paint advice. I know I asked for paint advice a couple of weeks ago, but I'm going a different route I think. Currently, my car is a BMW color, A73, which is black with...
Forum: Sponsored Vendors
02-18-2019, 08:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Classic Industries - 35% off Sale TODAY 02/18/19

I got a little nauseated when I looked at the prices of some of the stuff I need...not even the discount code will help me much there :lol: Thanks for posting tho, I didn't even know Classic...
Forum: History / Originality
02-18-2019, 08:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,074
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: 88 Black IROC 5-speed

Definitely. People really think these cars are made of gold. I have some one near me selling a beat up 84 T/A with a trashed interior, trashed exterior, looks like a rust bucket but supposedly has a...
Forum: History / Originality
02-18-2019, 06:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,074
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: 88 Black IROC 5-speed

I was just chuckling at the same thing, lol! You shouldn't have to pay $17k for an "okay" car then have to put money into it to make it all original like the ad states it to be. Would be a great...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-17-2019, 10:22 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 335,529
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Goodness, I'm learning a lot on this thread lol lots of great info! You're putting a lot of thought into this, which is great.
And congrats on finding the spring, I can just imagine how proud you...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-17-2019, 09:18 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 15,590
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: My own version of a "Recaro T/A"

Glad to see an update, I love the plate!
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-17-2019, 01:00 AM
Replies: 707
Views: 90,742
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: A Firebird GTA the way they should have bult it....

Nice video, it sounds great! I can die happy, now :lol:
Forum: History / Originality
02-16-2019, 08:46 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,512
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Cheap, "starter" IROC.

If I wasn't throwing all my money at the Trans Am, I wouldn't have been scared to buy that Camaro if it had good floor pans. And the Judge. I have no shame when it comes to buying crappy cars and...
Forum: Members Camaros
02-16-2019, 07:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,156
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: '91 Z28 Daily Build

Beautiful ride! I love the later z28s, everything about them is just gorgeous to me. Looks like a great car, keep us updated on it!
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-16-2019, 05:41 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 335,529
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

I'm curious about the steering box as well... I never thought about my steering box so I went to Turn One and looked at the prices. I had no idea they could be that pricey :lol:
Forum: History / Originality
02-12-2019, 10:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,332
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Newbie Cowl Tag Codes?

You actually had me convinced about the ham...:doh:
Forum: History / Originality
02-12-2019, 01:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 581
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: On the genesis of the third-gen Pontiac Firebird

I learned a lot reading that, I had no idea that the first production cars went off for Knight Rider! That's pretty cool. Thanks for sharing!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-12-2019, 12:43 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,100
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Worst 1991 Trans Am on the planet....

I'm more interested in the PS2 and if it comes with any games or not...
Forum: Members Camaros
02-11-2019, 08:50 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 16,303
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: My 'not a project' 89 IROC build

I agree, she is looking sharp! Nice boxes, I'll hopefully get on your tool level one day :lol:
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-11-2019, 08:00 PM
Replies: 707
Views: 90,742
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: A Firebird GTA the way they should have bult it....

I'm loving all these pics!! You really did an amazing job, I don't think there's any one who can say they're the least bit unimpressed with any part of the build - I know I'm not. Can't wait for the...
Forum: South East Region
02-06-2019, 03:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,595
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: East Tennessee Roll call... almost car season

I'm in NW GA, only about an hour away from Chattanooga. If my car is running by the time the weather gets better, I'd definitely join on any cruises/meet ups. Always great so see other third gens and...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-03-2019, 08:38 PM
Replies: 707
Views: 90,742
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: A Firebird GTA the way they should have bult it....

Okay, now I'm drooling :eek: You have an amazing car! Gorgeous and powerful, it doesn't get better. More pics the better!
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
02-01-2019, 07:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 914
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Defrosting the turkey after the deep-freeze

Did you have a hard time getting it to crank up or has it started to warm up a little bit? Nice wheels, btw :thumbsup:
Forum: South East Region
02-01-2019, 05:55 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,718
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Southeast Third Gen Gathering

That'd definitely be something I'd try to go to - especially with it being later in the year so I have time to get my car somewhat straightened out. Summit is pretty spacious to have a meet at, I...
Forum: Members Camaros
01-29-2019, 11:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 668
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: One Good Picture: Skinny Z's Coupe

Looks like a very clean car! I'm not normally a SC fan, but this is a nice looking car.
Forum: Members Camaros
01-29-2019, 07:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,955
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Project: INDIGO 1989 IROC-Z

Small details make the world of difference! Looks good!
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-28-2019, 05:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,351
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: My new 1989 Trans Am GTA

You've gotten a lot done in a short period, that's awesome! It looks great!
Forum: Members Camaros
01-28-2019, 05:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,955
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Project: INDIGO 1989 IROC-Z

Beautiful ride! Third gens look so good in blue
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-25-2019, 06:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,015
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Building "The Mamba"

Yeah, it's quite a lot unfortunately lol. Would be easier to just buy a clean car and start from there but I can't part with this car! Lol. And I was surprised she took up to the car like she did but...
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-24-2019, 03:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,015
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Building "The Mamba"

Yesterday's project was taking out the carpet. I knew I had rust, just had to see how bad. Also had some help with that. Having kids ain't so bad! Lol
...
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-24-2019, 03:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,015
Posted By straightbuchana

Building "The Mamba"

I've been stalking the forums for a bit now, and seeing every one's posts have inspired me to finally work on finishing my 1982 Trans Am.
A bit of history (I'll try to shorten it, I can be...
Forum: History / Originality
01-23-2019, 01:03 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,209
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Impulse buy 92 Z03 Z28

Nice, glad to see you have a plan for it.
Forum: Camaros Wanted
01-22-2019, 06:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,541
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Wtb: Camaro Z28 roller

I'll shoot you a message!
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-22-2019, 06:11 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 10,123
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Now I remember why we sold the IROC

Makes me remember why I sold my piece of crap Cherokee... :rolleyes:

Bye hun, good luck with that "jeep" lol
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-21-2019, 10:02 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 15,590
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: My own version of a "Recaro T/A"

Great build! I agree with your original post - I have a weakness for 82-84 fbodies! The later years are great, but just something about that old school gets me! The gauges turned out great too. I was...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-21-2019, 05:55 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 10,123
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Now I remember why we sold the IROC

How are you going to post something like this on an fbody forum, get butthurt at all the fbody people basically laughing at you, and then say they're butthurt? :lol:
Forum: Members Camaros
01-21-2019, 04:01 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 16,303
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: My 'not a project' 89 IROC build

Coming along very nicely, that exhaust looks and sounds great! Is that the 6000 Pro Street, if you don't mind me asking? I was thinking of getting the 9000 but heard it's obnoxious, and yours sounds...
Forum: Convertibles
01-20-2019, 01:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 762
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Had some rough weather is SoCal

Gorgeous!! Makes me miss my camaro! That red looks stunning out in the sun. Seems like the more I stalk around on this site and see all the beautiful verts, the more I like em.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-19-2019, 05:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,023
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: C6 19x10 fitment (pics), 4th gen rear end

My car isn't lowered, but I do have a 4th gen rear end. I made sure to have an adjustable panhard bar and haven't had any problems with fitment.
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-19-2019, 05:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 474
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Trans Am Pics?

I didn't really want to use someone's picture without their permission - I used to be into photography and used to hate it when people did it to me. That is a good idea to photoshop smoke! And thank...
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-19-2019, 04:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 474
Posted By straightbuchana

Trans Am Pics?

I honestly have no idea what forum this topic belongs at. If this isn't right, mod, please delete and I'll post in the right spot.

My daughter's 4th birthday is coming up next month, and she's in...
Forum: Members Camaros
01-18-2019, 10:22 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 12,637
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: 85 Berlinetta build.

That's some dedication to get out there in that weather to work on your car! I can't even convince myself to get down in my garage to put in some work, lol. It's already a good looking car, good luck...
Forum: Camaros Wanted
01-16-2019, 11:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,541
Posted By straightbuchana

Wtb: Camaro Z28 roller

Looking to buy a camaro z28 (year doesnt matter, but I do prefer earlier third gens). Preferably a roller or not running. Straight body. Not really picky, message me what you got for sale. Thank you!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-15-2019, 10:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,693
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: The ULTIMATE GTA Glamour Shots!

Wow! That's some beautiful paint, especially it being original! Absolutely gorgeous.
Forum: Members Camaros
01-14-2019, 05:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 960
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Freebie 1990 Iroc-Z Budget Build

Free car? That's crazy! I need to find a deal or two like that, lol. Hopefully you can get 'er back on the road! :)
Forum: Engine Swap
01-08-2019, 12:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,228
Posted By straightbuchana

Re: Easiest swap for about 300-350 hp

I personally didn't think it was, but I know some people have a hard time, especially finding the right crossmember. I'm sure there's plenty of threads on doing the swap if you ever think about doing...
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