jstadmud

Just picked up a '83 Z28 Crossfire. Drove it home but it needs quite a bit of work. Morons have had their hands all over every system, allot of straightening out to do and will need parts as well. I will restore it as a crossfire car, updating and upgrading everything that is possible along the way. I am attaching a couple pics, if it lets me...

jstadmud

First order of business, front end was all over the road on way home. Found out why and now wondering who else has had this problem, and the best way to go about fixing it. Steering gearbox mounting location is, less than in good condition... I unbolted the gearbox, the front anti sway bar and bracket, then cleaned off the paint. Looks kinda grim, how much trouble is this going to be to repair? Any guidance anyone can offer is greatly appreciated.

jstadmud

Guess maybe I'll just have the cracks welded back together then grind it down and hope for the best

NoEmissions84TA

iTrader: (1)

I see they liked using duct tape.

jstadmud

Yes, they also liked cutting and plugging off vacuum lines, rigging up toggle switches, and a bunch of other nonsense for me to take care of. Brings true meaning to "work in progress". She'll be beautiful again one day, I'll see to it.

dmccain

iTrader: (2)

Nice I like it

jstadmud

That's a nice lookin' 89 you got there!

jstadmud

How can i tell what gear ratio the rear end is? Can't find a tag or anything on housing or cover plate...

chazman

iTrader: (4)

If it's stock, it will be either a 2.93 or 3.23.

jstadmud

I'm really hoping for the 323 gear. Is there a code anywhere that would tell, the plate on the radiator support maybe?

jstadmud

It is completely uncalled for to have filters this nasty on a car!

jstadmud

Does anyone know where I can find the factory hood louver actuator setup that I'm guessing goes here...?

82tarecaro

iTrader: (4)

Hood actuator is an electric solenoid bolted to the hood - flapper door assembly.

jstadmud

Ok, let the process begin! Got my little man helping me out, he enjoys everything about these cars...


That wasn't so bad....


I don't think I'll have any problem finding help to disassemble the engine, LOL

jstadmud

Junkyard transmission, from a 1500 pickup, probly why the speedo doesn't work

DynoDave43

iTrader: (11)

Great to have help in the garage.

jstadmud

He's 11, likes to help with anything and everything, especially the car. Project just went on hold for awhile, I have to have surgery on my foot in a couple weeks. Won't be able to do anything at all for a few months. I was really hoping to drive her soon!