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07-21-2019, 02:14 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Well! It’s been a long year with not much good news. The car is back in my garage after my so called “friend” decided to drop the project and have his butt tossed out of his place. It was an...
08-15-2017, 12:46 PM
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Posted By reddawg

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

Excited for ya Tibo! Getting that engine in must feel like a turning point. Looks great 🍺
07-18-2017, 12:21 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Not even close to exact, but you get the idea.

Brandywine over Solar Gold...
07-17-2017, 07:08 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Yes Tibo! I agree with you fully. I thought I would take a shot at it, but I knew that I would eventually leave it to a professional. I will have them redo my gas tank as well.

You've set the...
07-17-2017, 04:50 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Still waiting for the car to be painted, but I now made a decision on the color. I had my painter spray 2 cards. The first was HOK Brandywine over Solar Gold and the other was over Galaxy Grey. I...
05-29-2017, 09:49 PM
05-29-2017, 09:44 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: 1985 Iroc Complete build

You're kidding!! I followed this build from the beginning, and it's one of the better stories. Sad to see it sold, but glad you were able to get it on the road. Cheers TBRays 👍👍
05-27-2017, 06:39 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

I'M BACK!

Been a real life winter this year, but everything seems to be calming down and the project is back on track.

My paint and body guy took another job and my car was pushed to the side...
08-28-2016, 10:23 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

I won't know what the exact tolerances are between the two until sometime before December when I install the motor.

I'll be ordering a hood sometime in the next couple weeks. It'll be the SS hood...
08-28-2016, 05:35 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

You raise some very interesting points Tibo, as I've also done my research into the dangers that Scooter has aforementioned. As I said in my last post, the city I live in uses a calcium chloride,...
08-26-2016, 08:14 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Thanks Tibo! I went with undercoat mostly because of the harsh winters up here and what the city uses to melt the ice. Even after the roads are swept, there is still residue left that takes a while...
08-26-2016, 01:50 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Just a couple photos of the progress made this week. The etch prime had to be re-done because the product from Dupli-color wasn't really giving me the results I was looking for, so we started from...
08-18-2016, 07:55 PM
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Posted By reddawg

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

I say weld it up. Really, how often are you gonna be replacing pumps? Then again, when you do....I don't know man!
08-17-2016, 01:24 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

This was merely a guide coat to see where everything was. There were a few spots that needed to be repaired. Unfortunately some time was wasted smoothing the antenna because after fixing a blemish,...
08-17-2016, 12:30 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Tonight I'm etch priming underneath the car so it'll be ready to re-seal tomorrow. Once that sets up I'll spray it with Proforms rubberized aerosol undercoating. I've heard some good things about...
08-06-2016, 11:26 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My 84 Z28

Solid car, 84! That thing looks mint..
08-06-2016, 10:46 AM
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Posted By reddawg

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

This whole build is just next level.
08-06-2016, 10:36 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: First Car - 1991 RS

Incredible job repairing all that rust. keep it up.
08-05-2016, 03:59 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: Another 1986 IROC Z-28 Restoration/Mod build.

Good job! Keep it up! Definitely look forward to where you go with this.
07-27-2016, 02:04 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Yeah, I seen that you had done that on your build, but I'm nowhere near as gifted as you Tibo, lol! I've used a mig welder ONCE in my lifetime and that did not go well. The body work is being done by...
07-26-2016, 03:40 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Ha! Thanks for the insight Tibo! It's been a while since updating. I think I finally have my head on straight. I have decided to use HOK after all. I'll be spraying Brandywine over Galaxy Grey. I'll...
07-25-2016, 08:16 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: 85 Rebuild and Upgrade

Looking forward to seeing this finished. Love the detail
04-29-2016, 03:38 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Can't wait to see these completed photos Propaintball!!

As for my own update. Today my front brake kit arrived. I've opted to go with the Baer 13" Pro+ kit. I chose the black calipers because I...
01-08-2016, 10:52 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Your project is coming along nice, man! When do you figure you'll be painting?
01-08-2016, 09:42 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Exactly!

Though I'm not at that point of putting thought into it, I am really hoping that I can find a company that can/will be able to smoke the glass instead. I'm not a fan of sheeted window...
01-08-2016, 07:08 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Just a small update.

right now I'm in the stages of planning my nitrous setup. I've decided that Im going to direct port the Holley Stealth Ram intake. Also, my order came in the mail today. I...
12-23-2015, 04:47 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

First rule in government spending. Why buy 1 when you can buy 2 twice the price.

I haven't been able to find any photos on TGO of anybody that has attempted to direct port a Stealth Ram. I've...
12-23-2015, 04:29 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

My thoughts exactly Bill.
12-05-2015, 05:26 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

This week I've got most of the interior panels removed so that I can route all the numerous amp/speaker wires to the trunk space.

Also, the nitrous kit came in the mail today and I have to say...
12-05-2015, 04:58 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Thanks Mace! Anytime I get positive feedback it's appreciated..
12-05-2015, 04:56 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Hey Propaintball,
By chance, did you spray any primer on before coating? I remember looking at your photos, I just can't remember your exact steps, but I have become very familiar with my angle...
11-22-2015, 12:06 AM
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11-21-2015, 11:19 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Thanks B4C!

After doing a bit of research, I chose this amp kit from Stinger. ...
11-20-2015, 06:19 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

today I was able to finish up the shifter install, as well as wire in the head unit.

The shifter wasn't exactly a direct fit, as I had to grind down on the front ratchet plate so that it wouldn't...
11-16-2015, 04:27 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

After reading all the problems people on here have had with the B&M Megashifter and how the cable they supply is supposed to loop around the transmission, I decided that upgrading the cable was the...
11-16-2015, 04:11 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

I won't be painting the underside Tibo, I'm going to undercoat the car as soon as I completely remove the old junk.
11-16-2015, 04:04 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Thanks Destro!
11-05-2015, 11:50 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

just received these in the mail today. I know it's probably not what a lot of you guys would do, but I'm not a huge car audiophile and I was just looking for something that sounds decent. More to...
10-20-2015, 11:25 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

So it's another "PLAN B". When this whole project began, before I even knew it was a project, I bought a new Pioneer deck to replace the old one that had been in the car since '97. At the time I...
09-23-2015, 12:19 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Today I finished the fuel tank and installed the Walbro fuel pump, which I have to say went surprisingly smooth. Before I parked the car I was having fuel pressure issues, which left me scratching my...
09-23-2015, 12:11 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Thanks Thirdgen1984
09-22-2015, 11:45 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

For sure ttop350. I purchased the UMI k-member, which is supposed to have a little more room for the pan. Hopefully the pan fits.
09-11-2015, 02:39 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

This week I was contemplating whether or not to purchase a new fuel tank, but I decided that this was an area where I could save a few dollars. After pulling the tank I really didn't think that it...
09-03-2015, 09:06 AM
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Views: 11,971
Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

just a quick update for everyone. I'm still Under the car removing the old undercoat. I've sanded the gas tank shields and gave them a coat of primer. I'm going to let the paint cure a few days...
09-01-2015, 11:42 AM
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Posted By reddawg

Phoenix Graphics decal/stripe kit

FOR SALE
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08-25-2015, 11:00 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Thanks for the info crossfire, I'll have to look into this because I'm not getting anywhere with much luck. I've been scrubbing now for a few weeks and all I have to show for it is a couple wheel...
08-17-2015, 01:39 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

It's been a week from hell.

I've been trying to remove the old undercoating for the past week without much luck. I've used acetone, mineral spirits, a torch, a heat gun, and a mouse sander. The...
08-10-2015, 11:58 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

Removed the gas tank. I'll be under the car scrubbing for the next hundred years. I'll post my progress next week....
08-09-2015, 11:13 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

This week I painted the headlight assembly brackets and removed the 9 bolt Borg Warner axle housing. Everything came apart easily until it was time to remove the control arm at the frame. Man, that...
07-29-2015, 02:21 PM
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Posted By reddawg

Re: My '89 build

The plan is to drop in a Be Cool #83015. I know there are cheaper alternatives, but I've built the rest of the car so over the top, I figure why stop now.
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