Formula / TA ?
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From: Los Angeles, CA
Car: 88 Firebird Formula
Engine: 350 TBI
Transmission: 700r4
Formula / TA ?
I was just wondering what exactly is the difference between the 88 formula and the 88 Trans Am? Most of all I've seen is that the only real difference is like the dash and small options. But nothing precise.
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From: New Boston, IL, USA
Car: '90 Formula 350
Engine: 383 SBC
Transmission: ProBuilt S/S 700-R4 & ACT 9" Stall
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt 3.23
Re: Formula / TA ?
I would be able to tell you for sure if I had my parts cd or my historical book in front of me.
In general the Trans Am get ground effects. I believe the Trans AM uses a bumper without the slots cut for the inserts, while the Formula has the inserts. The TA also has the flat hood with 2 vents while the Formula has a "tear drop" or "power bulge" hood.
In general the Trans Am get ground effects. I believe the Trans AM uses a bumper without the slots cut for the inserts, while the Formula has the inserts. The TA also has the flat hood with 2 vents while the Formula has a "tear drop" or "power bulge" hood.
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From: Streetsboro Oh
Car: 1987 T/A WS6 T-Tops/92 RS
Engine: LB9/3.1
Transmission: 700R4/700R4
Axle/Gears: 2.73/3.23
Re: Formula / TA ?
Yeah the Formula does not have the GFX, in fact it has differant bumper covers, the wheels are differant, hood is differant like stated above. Mechanicaly they are really the same. I like the looks of th TA better, but the Formula does have a nice simple look to them.
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Car: 1991 GTA
Engine: SuperRam 350
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.73
Re: Formula / TA ?
The Formula is basically a Firebird body with the Trans Am goodies like engine, suspension, brakes etc. Exterior is the same as a Firebird except for the hood with the power bulge, wheels and the Trans Am's wrap-around spoiler. Taillights and facias are the same as in a Firebird. The idea was to make a Firebird that performed as the TA but costs less. The advantages of the less appointed Formula is that weight is lower than that of the TA so performance should be marginally better, given the same powertrain is chosen.
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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: Formula / TA ?
I think the Trans Am had additional sound insulation as well... Think...
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