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Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #15 –
Quote from: Romeo2k;321682
Ah!


Ignore the fugly couch, It's on its way outta here this weekened (Hooray!)



I just assumed the couch was part of a setting area in your garage or front porch... :rollin:

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #16 –
very nice work you have done.
I also like that spoiler.:D
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1983 base model,1969 302 (originally a v6),upraded c5,currently 30,441 original miles.

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #17 –
Heres some side picks. I'm going to paint my subframes connectors black, so dont mind the ugly look for now.
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t97/biggrgivens/sideviewd.jpg
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t97/biggrgivens/sideviewb.jpg
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t97/biggrgivens/TCsideviewa.jpg
Motorsport FMIC, Boport 1.5, Boblee header, gutted upper, profiled lower, phenolic spacer, Accufab fpr, LA3, Boport stage 3 big valve head, 57 trim/stage III Perfromance Techniques custom turbo, stinger 3" DP and custom 3"exhaust, AEM wideband, custom aluminum carnk pulley, Merkur custom A/C setup, PA performance high output 3G alt, dual oil catcj cans, Motorsport Valve cover,full Motorcraft tune up kit, 22psi of LOCO!!

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #18 –
Quote from: Watchdevil;321767
I just assumed the couch was part of a setting area in your garage or front porch... :rollin:

Well its in an extra/storage room of the house, Been there for awhile 'cuz it's a PITA to get out. Cats like it. :hick:

Quote from: RDOG;321809
Heres some side picks. I'm going to paint my subframes connectors black, so dont mind the ugly look for now.
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t97/biggrgivens/sideviewd.jpg
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t97/biggrgivens/sideviewb.jpg
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t97/biggrgivens/TCsideviewa.jpg

So nice!
What springs n' stuff are you using to get that stance?
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~Project (No Name Yet) = 1970 Plymouth GTX/RR "Clone"~

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #19 –
I'm using a set of H&R Tbird Turbo coupe specific springs. I didnt sit right at first because I didnt seat the springs in the perch correctly, but after I figured it out, it sat just right. It rides like I never lowered it. NO BOUNCE
Motorsport FMIC, Boport 1.5, Boblee header, gutted upper, profiled lower, phenolic spacer, Accufab fpr, LA3, Boport stage 3 big valve head, 57 trim/stage III Perfromance Techniques custom turbo, stinger 3" DP and custom 3"exhaust, AEM wideband, custom aluminum carnk pulley, Merkur custom A/C setup, PA performance high output 3G alt, dual oil catcj cans, Motorsport Valve cover,full Motorcraft tune up kit, 22psi of LOCO!!

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #20 –
WOW! I just got chills!! As many of you guys know, I bought this car from a widow who just couldnt stand the site of the car when her husband just recently past away. He was the first owner and it was his baby. When I bought it, it only had 97,000 on it. She had a friend who was helping her liquidate their asstes list it on craigslist. I happened to see it within 6 minutes of its listing and bought it site unseen. To make a long story short I sent him pics of the car when I posted them here, and this is what he wrote me......

"WOW...my jaw just dropped...I cant believe it. My hat off to you.  Im so glad we found you to care for this car.  You are truly amazing.
 
Craig, the owner, death anniversary is this week.  You have impeccable timing.  I will print out this picture and show his wife what you have done.  I will give it to her at the cemetary.  She will be bpuppies with joy as I am.  As you know, Craig was only 50 years old when he died.  You would have liked him.  He was a really likeable guy.  Im very happy you now care for what he cared for best.  Im sure he is too.
 
You did good.  You did really good.  She will be very proud of you.
 
Many thanks.  I hope you continue to keep in touch."

Woooh! Thats deep.
Motorsport FMIC, Boport 1.5, Boblee header, gutted upper, profiled lower, phenolic spacer, Accufab fpr, LA3, Boport stage 3 big valve head, 57 trim/stage III Perfromance Techniques custom turbo, stinger 3" DP and custom 3"exhaust, AEM wideband, custom aluminum carnk pulley, Merkur custom A/C setup, PA performance high output 3G alt, dual oil catcj cans, Motorsport Valve cover,full Motorcraft tune up kit, 22psi of LOCO!!

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #21 –
Looks great! Love that blue, its very nice! You've done an excellent job getting it to where it is. That engine bay is so clean now.
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'02 TrailBlazer LT 4x4
'08 Chevy Cobalt

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #22 –
R

That's a great story! One you can be proud of forever!

I'm very happy that you guys are in contact with each other.

Chills for sure my friend, very cool!!

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #23 –
Getting ready to install my custom clear corners. Just took them out of the mold a few days ago, so I'm going to wait to polish them up a little before I install..

Pics fresh out of the mold....
Identical in size, shape and appearance. LOVE IT!!
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t97/biggrgivens/clearlense.jpg

Dont ask me to make you a set. The cost might make you pass out. LOL!!
Motorsport FMIC, Boport 1.5, Boblee header, gutted upper, profiled lower, phenolic spacer, Accufab fpr, LA3, Boport stage 3 big valve head, 57 trim/stage III Perfromance Techniques custom turbo, stinger 3" DP and custom 3"exhaust, AEM wideband, custom aluminum carnk pulley, Merkur custom A/C setup, PA performance high output 3G alt, dual oil catcj cans, Motorsport Valve cover,full Motorcraft tune up kit, 22psi of LOCO!!

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #24 –
Quote from: RDOG;323592
Getting ready to install my custom clear corners. Just took them out of the mold a few days ago, so I'm going to wait to polish them up a little before I install..

Pics fresh out of the mold....
Identical in size, shape and appearance. LOVE IT!!
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t97/biggrgivens/clearlense.jpg

Dont ask me to make you a set. The cost might make you pass out. LOL!!


That's cool! I wont ask for a set but I'd love to hear more about how you made those.
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'86 Turbo Thundercat (Cougarbird)
'02 TrailBlazer LT 4x4
'08 Chevy Cobalt

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #25 –
I stumbled across someone while in conversation, and he told me how he had an old imperial and went to this guy locally who made him a complete tail lense that looked like the original. he was so excited about how nice it looked that he carried the lens in his car to show anyone who would listen. LOL!! It was so nice that it even had part number stamped in it. He gave me his number and we went down there with a TC lens in hand for a real good introduction. Pays to network.
Motorsport FMIC, Boport 1.5, Boblee header, gutted upper, profiled lower, phenolic spacer, Accufab fpr, LA3, Boport stage 3 big valve head, 57 trim/stage III Perfromance Techniques custom turbo, stinger 3" DP and custom 3"exhaust, AEM wideband, custom aluminum carnk pulley, Merkur custom A/C setup, PA performance high output 3G alt, dual oil catcj cans, Motorsport Valve cover,full Motorcraft tune up kit, 22psi of LOCO!!

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #26 –
Quote from: RDOG;323592
Getting ready to install my custom clear corners. Just took them out of the mold a few days ago, so I'm going to wait to polish them up a little before I install..

Pics fresh out of the mold....
Identical in size, shape and appearance. LOVE IT!!
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t97/biggrgivens/clearlense.jpg

Dont ask me to make you a set. The cost might make you pass out. LOL!!


Dude, make me a set!!!! :D
2005 Subaru WRX STi|daily driver

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #27 –
Quote from: Ether947;323676
Dude, make me a set!!!! :D


Yeh OK, how about $105 shipped. I know it sounds pricey, but you at least dont have to pay for the mold.
Motorsport FMIC, Boport 1.5, Boblee header, gutted upper, profiled lower, phenolic spacer, Accufab fpr, LA3, Boport stage 3 big valve head, 57 trim/stage III Perfromance Techniques custom turbo, stinger 3" DP and custom 3"exhaust, AEM wideband, custom aluminum carnk pulley, Merkur custom A/C setup, PA performance high output 3G alt, dual oil catcj cans, Motorsport Valve cover,full Motorcraft tune up kit, 22psi of LOCO!!

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #28 –
Holy Shnikeys!

Major props on the Clear Corner Lenses.
Can't wait to see how they look installed, And hope you might offer them, or, info on how to make them in the future. :burnout:
~Project ThunderStorm = '84 Charcoal Thunderbird - First Car - Long Time Work in Progress~
~Project (No Name Yet) = 1970 Plymouth GTX/RR "Clone"~

Update on my $300 1986 TC

Reply #29 –
Quote from: RDOG;323691
Yeh OK, how about $105 shipped. I know it sounds pricey, but you at least dont have to pay for the mold.


Honestly, that is a reasonable price. I actually expected it to be more. Then again, I may be used to looking at 1K cat-back prices for the REX. Shoot me a PM when you have a set ready, I don't want to totally hijack your thread.
2005 Subaru WRX STi|daily driver