Wow Lenie -

You Firebird looks absolutely incredible. :thumbsup: Very nice buddy...

That rear shot is awesome. Looks mean and ready for business!:thumbsup:

Thanks Todd, Truth be told, I'm kinda wanting them to break loose:lol:

Mike, to funny. I really need to get a flag up on that pole.

Thanks Wayne, It's home, now I can go back to working on it any time I want instead of having to arrange shop time.

You and Mike. Actually those chairs are about 20'away, the flag pole in my yard is about 60' away, the table cloth is actually a 19' boat covered with canvas sitting along side the neighbors house about 100' away. Thanks Roger

Thanks Tom

Thanks Tony, hopefully this spring if all goes well

Thanks Alex, along ways to go with a few more changes in mind.

Thanks Tones, I like the wheels and tires but I'm changing sizes.

Chris, your welcome to come over anytime you'd like, we're close, just give me a call. Bring your tools. Z-bar, clutch, pedal assembly, brake and fuel lines, gas tank, sending unit, radiator and hoses, wiring, I'll get a room ready for you:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :unibrow: Seriously, anytime your heading this direction, feel free to stop by.

Thank you Rybar.

Thanks, it turned out pretty good but next time I'm going to stay away from the black. Alot of body work and maintenance to keep the depth. Everything shows, but it looks good clean.


Thanks Dave, I farmed out the paint. I did the initial body work, first round
of primer, guide coat and block sanding but it had been 20 years since I last sprayed a car and since I was going black and want the car to get it's just rights, I chickened out and hired a professional. While it was in the shop for
2 1/2 years, I did my son's 1966 chevelle from start to finish and was pretty happy with the outcome. The individual I hired did a good job with it but if I had it to do over again, I'd do it myself now that I've reassured my confidence.

Thanks, the hydraulic post lift in his booth is sweet.

Thanks, it was a**** load of money.

Thanks, sometimes it's better with the longerie still on:unibrow:

Thanks, I'm going to different size wheels, preference. Believe it or not, final sand and buff has yet to be done. I want to assemble it first and then I'll do the final sand and buff.

Thaaaaaanks Al.

Thanks Phil

Thanks Flash.

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Thanks Brian

sp check:rofl: Thanks

Thanks Rybar, along w/using a 68 camaro rear bumper because of gas cap mods, the rear bumper has been shaved, tucked and also painted black. I'm pretty much going to stay with the dark them with the trim pieced also.

Bruce, I really appreciate the vote of confidence coming from another bird owner. How has progress been going with your project? Would love to see pictures if you have any.

Thanks Tones, I like it also. I think it will look pretty good with the modified bumper and gas cap installed.


WHEW, man I need to stay on top of my replies. Built some cribbing, lifted the car in the air 12" so I can get under it to work. Pretty convenient. Here's the bird nested. Oh and I've decided not to go with the name FOWLPLAY, to weak. Will change it later.


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Keep us posted Lenie.
She's looking good.:thumbsup:

I'll say it again that paint is amazing!

Great looking build!
 

I like this build!! The paint is killer!

I don't care what the paint bill was -- it was CHEAP compared to the job you got!
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That is the sickest black paint I think I've EVER seen!

Lenie --- Gotta love those Budnik Tillers!!! Especially on BLACK!

I actually took these off and put them on my Turquoise and white Nomad -- they didn't look the same... if they did - I'd be taking you up on yours! LOL





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Greg, please send me that 55 of yours:unibrow: Ya know, I haven't ruled out getting another pair, just in a bigger size. I called budnik last year and asked if I could just get the rears in 19x12's and they told me they don't make them in a step lip anymore otherwise I would have saved alittle dinero and took that route.

And you still won't tell me what weels you bought? ;)

Hey Tony, maybe my statement was a little misleading. I have yet to purchase another set of wheels. I haven't found any that I can't live w/o so I'm waiting until my project is closer to completion or I come to a decision I'm sure about. As of now, I only know they will be 18's and 19's.

Once finished with the bird, here's my next project. I'm going to redo my 75 chev. shorty van. It's my harley hauler for long trips.


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A few more.

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Nice bike. and now I'm thinking I need to build a van lol.

Nice little Chevy Van Lenie. That is a killer idea for a long trip hauler.:thumbsup:
And Greg, that 55 of yours is AWESOME looking.:thumbsup:

Not my car guys -- I'm just putting it together for a buddy of mine. He has ZERO skills -- ZERO tools... Long story - but it was his DREAM and another buddies project... I only offered to do what they couldn't - transfer the body onto the AME chassis -- slick the firewall.... and rotate it a couple times on the rotisserie to clean the bottom etc before the transfer... oh... and make a new tranny tunnel.. and modify the trunk floor - and build the SS exhaust... THEN it was to go to my buddies house/shop - where they'd do all the rest... that was TWO YEARS ago - and nothing got touched. I mean NOTHING. So I rescued the project... brought it back to my shed and will now finish it up. Seems some guys eyes are bigger than their skill set. :(

Now - since all of this occurred... Rick (owner) had a MAJOR stroke - so will never drive the car... and in his current state - wouldn't even know it was his. But I'll still enjoy putting it all back together - and if I can - take him out for a ride in it. :cheers:

Sorry about your friend, Rick. Very nice of you to finish it for him and eventually take him out for an occasional cruise!! Very nice of you:thumbsup: :cheers: .

I totally agree! Does he have any kids that can/will enjoy the car?

I understand now...thought you were holding out on me/us!! :)

Cool van and nice bike!! :thumbsup: :yes:

Greg, if you need help keeping the tires round on your cars you have my number.:D

And if you would like a hand on Ricks car please call anytime. I'd be happy to jump in on whatever I can.

Eric,...round?!?! OR,....round and bald?!!? lol:wow: :cheers:
Nice Harley hauler Lenie!!:thumbsup:

Nothing wrong with getting rid of the "old" tread. You know, get it down to fresh rubber so it handles good right?:D

Been watching for a while and never posted on your build, just awesome. Love the simple blackout look on everything. Great paint work, too! I know how much effort goes into a finish like that. my arm aches, and my finger tips burn just looking at it. I guess mostly because I know how much of that is ahead on my bird.:_paranoid

That color is dead nuts perfect on that car with those wheels:thumbsup: Hell yes good job!

Yes -- he has a son that is into cars a bit - but more BMW's... Rick gave him his old M3 - when he bought his new M6 the week before we headed out to SEMA... Rick also has a brand new Z06 - a 63 split window - a 57 hardtop fuelie... and a couple 'normal' cars... Some of the guys are firing them up and keeping 'em running.

This whole thing has been real hard on our little group of hot rodders... kind of is exposing our ages I guess...

You're welcome
:unibrow: :unibrow: :lol:
Sorry... but now you know that sending me to Bellingham is at least paying off a LITTLE bit :P

But you clearly have the 'multi-quote' down.... nicely done! :willy: :thumbsup:

man that prelude is nice! :cheers:

ok, its been weeks since you gave us an update. WHere's the completed car pics???!?!?!?! :_paranoid

Just screwin' around.
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love them ponchos!

Very Nice!

That good good Lenie!!!:yes:

WOW, Im lovin it! Black and a Pontiac, I almost forgot about you lenie.

Beautiful car! Love attention to detail on metal work and flawless paint:thumbsup:

They didn't even come from the factory with gaps that nice. I cannot believe how nice that front bumper fits:hail:

:bow: Just got my motivation back, haha

any updates on this lenie?

Its nice to see another pro-touring firebird......you don't see very many! Looks great!!

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Agreed, post some updates if you got 'em!

I would love to see some updated pictures of this thing...