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Old 05-24-2011, 08:28 AM
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Ground up Build in 3 days!!! (A Must See)

As requested, I will, in three days build from the ground up a duplicate to this 1991 Firebird. My goal is to have it done in time to make the trip to the F-Body Gathering in Atlanta this Thursday, 3 days from now. Can it be done? Watch and find out!


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Enjoy...
Old 05-24-2011, 09:02 AM
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good luck!
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You're going to build a copy of Jims car??? LOL
Old 05-24-2011, 10:46 AM
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You're going to build a copy of Jims car??? LOL

I am indeed, but it'll be nicer (don't tell him I said that lol)

Alright so here's my plan:

Day 1: I don't have a lot of time to worry about the engine and electrical work, useless stuff like that so I'm going to start on the body. What sets this Firebird apart is the hood so I have to get it just right.

Day 2: Base coat needs to be put on, I'll put the car on nice new rims.

Day 3: The finishing touches, paint, tint, the Firebird logos... and it'll be ready to go!!!!
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So here it is, day 1's work is complete! This 'Bird is on it's way!!!

Here is the basic frame work...














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Old 05-24-2011, 10:52 AM
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This is how she sits at the end of day 1. She's starting to look more like the original...

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Didn't think you'd make this into an actual thread.

Here are better pictures to go by Kelly.
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HAHAHA.....didn't know you changed your "member name" Kelly!! I almost didn't even bother looking at this thread, if Jim didn't post on it.

All that work....hope it tastes good still....lmao.
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that is awesome!!!!! lol
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that is awesome!!!!! lol
You ain't seen nothing yet!

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I'm getting there... tomorrow, finishing touches!!!
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