Quarantine mega project update

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It’s been almost 2 years ago since I last made an update on here about my Firebird build.

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Project has since then been moving forward since then but I just haven't found the time to post on here. However due to a series of strange events I’m stuck in a hotel in the middle of nowhere, Ohio. With cabin fever setting in I thought now might be a good time to update everyone on what has happened.

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So without further ado, here comes a bunch of pictures with some comments added in between;

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The control arms were update with all new polyurethane bushings. Certainly helps with having shop press when doing this kind of work.

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Original springs were in good condition, so they would be re-used but cut off 2.5 turns
Original springs were in good condition, so they would be re-used but cut off 2.5 turns
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Springs and control arms installed
Springs and control arms installed
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Steering linkage was updated with new baal joints and covers
Steering linkage was updated with new baal joints and covers
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Bearings from front rotors were completely shot so now was a good time to replace them
Bearings from front rotors were completely shot so now was a good time to replace them
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Calipers were restored with all new internals and some fresh paint
Calipers were restored with all new internals and some fresh paint
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Wheels back on
Wheels back on
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Old trans and engine separated as the trans will be re-used
Old trans and engine separated as the trans will be re-used
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Trans received a transgo shift kit as well as a smaller converter
Trans received a transgo shift kit as well as a smaller converter
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New engine de-mothballed from storage
New engine de-mothballed from storage
Old headers were cleaned up and received a couple of coats of high-temp paint
Old headers were cleaned up and received a couple of coats of high-temp paint
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It’s all coming together
It’s all coming together
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Just slides right in
Just slides right in
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Installing engine in subframe and subframe on car is not the easiest thing to do on your own.
Installing engine in subframe and subframe on car is not the easiest thing to do on your own.
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But after taking m time making sure everything lined up properly it’s finally connected
But after taking m time making sure everything lined up properly it’s finally connected
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More updates to follow shortly!