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Old Nov 4, 2009 | 03:40 PM
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Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Hey Guys, just wanted to drop a line and show you guys the car we just got done building. Let me know what you guys think, here is a link to the page...
http://www.hawksthirdgenparts.com/ke...nsformula.aspx

And here is links to the video....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCV0hbZkxxQ
http://www.mydeo.com/videorequest.as...896&CID=278373

Teaser picture below...

Thanks, Steven
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Old Nov 4, 2009 | 03:53 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Any plans to sell that catback setup? That looks badass!
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Old Nov 4, 2009 | 08:18 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Originally Posted by hawksthirdgen
Hey Guys, just wanted to drop a line and show you guys the car we just got done building. Let me know what you guys think, here is a link to the page...
http://www.hawksthirdgenparts.com/ke...nsformula.aspx

And here is links to the video....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCV0hbZkxxQ
http://www.mydeo.com/videorequest.as...896&CID=278373

Teaser picture below...

Thanks, Steven
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Check your pms.
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Old Nov 4, 2009 | 10:56 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

that is a bad a$$ car, and a very cool promo vid.....

Very nice job....
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Old Nov 5, 2009 | 08:46 AM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

That is a beautiful looking car, great work guys. I'm sure it goes fast too

what rims are those? I really like the design
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Old Nov 5, 2009 | 09:06 AM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

holy crap batman!
nice car
i love the wheels too.
and the supercharger just finishes the engine off so well.
great job
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Old Nov 5, 2009 | 09:10 AM
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That's better than ****...hahah
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Old Nov 5, 2009 | 09:46 AM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Me likey! Me want Maggie!!

I was expecting more blower whine...like the other supercharged firebird you guys have/had.

Awesome car!

J.
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Old Nov 5, 2009 | 02:47 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

That's what mine wants to be when it grows up....sharp!!!
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Old Nov 5, 2009 | 03:45 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Originally Posted by Shift06
Any plans to sell that catback setup? That looks badass!
Your just in luck, we have those catback's in stock.
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Old Nov 5, 2009 | 03:47 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

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That is a beautiful looking car, great work guys. I'm sure it goes fast too

what rims are those? I really like the design
They are a BOZE Force wheels, a 2 piece forged wheel.
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Old Nov 5, 2009 | 06:37 PM
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Thats one fine ride he has on his hands.
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Old Nov 5, 2009 | 06:57 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

What cross member is that? And does it use a transmission mounted torque arm, or?

The reason I ask is because I have the Spohn cross member with their cross member mounted torque arm and I cannot get the torque arm to sit flush with the frame rail. The fitment sucks. I'm just trying to see what some other options are...any input would be great.
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Old Nov 10, 2009 | 08:18 AM
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From: Doghouse ······································ Car: 1989 Formula 350 Vert Engine: 350 L98 Transmission: 700R4 Axle/Gears: B&W 3.27
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Steven...
That rocks! I want one... Do that to my other yellow Formula would ya... Oh yeah, I forgot I need permission from Corporate, and some money... It would end up being her car...

John
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Old Nov 12, 2009 | 03:38 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

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Steven...
That rocks! I want one... Do that to my other yellow Formula would ya... Oh yeah, I forgot I need permission from Corporate, and some money... It would end up being her car...

John
HAHA.... gotcha Thanks John
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Old Nov 12, 2009 | 03:43 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Originally Posted by BlueZee28
What cross member is that? And does it use a transmission mounted torque arm, or?

The reason I ask is because I have the Spohn cross member with their cross member mounted torque arm and I cannot get the torque arm to sit flush with the frame rail. The fitment sucks. I'm just trying to see what some other options are...any input would be great.
That crossmember is the new one we offer for maximum ground clearance, you have to make a custom y-pipe but that x-member is perfect for clearance... the kicker is it only works with trans mounted torque arms and body mounted torque arms (i.e. bmr trak pak works great!)
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Old Nov 30, 2009 | 09:05 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

That vid was killer! Awsome exhaust note(what muffler by the way is that for your catback?) How much boost is that maggie pushing into that motor? That is a good build.
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Old Nov 30, 2009 | 09:52 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

thats just bad ***!!!!!! i gotta have a price quote on a maggie for mine. rock bottom good price now. thanks!!!! pm me
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Old Dec 1, 2009 | 09:54 AM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Originally Posted by Transamthunder
That vid was killer! Awsome exhaust note(what muffler by the way is that for your catback?) How much boost is that maggie pushing into that motor? That is a good build.
It's a Magnaflow Race series muffler, with the mufflex you can either get the magnaflow, flowmaster race series, and a spintech. (we normally put the magnaflows on)
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Old Feb 27, 2010 | 10:38 AM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Originally Posted by hawksthirdgen
They are a BOZE Force wheels, a 2 piece forged wheel.

do you have measurments on those wheels?

back spacing and such

thnx
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Old Mar 1, 2010 | 09:53 AM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Hi,
Offset and backspacing usually depends on the rear and brakes and what if any suspension mods are on the car so that we can get the best stance and lip for that pro touring look as possible, if you like call the office and I can help you with a set for your set up on your car with pricing as well.
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Old Mar 1, 2010 | 07:11 PM
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Re: Hawks New Build 1989 Firebird Formula LS1/Maggie

Nice Formula! I saw it at one of the local meets in the Kemah area. Absolutely beautiful in person. Didn't see the owner, he was probably out browsing the other fine rides. Hope to see it around again.
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