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Forum: THE LOBBY 04-30-2024, 02:32 AM
Replies: 186
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Posted By pontiacstogo
They're never completely done right? :D Back...

They're never completely done right? :D

Back at the body shop for some tweaks, adjustments and touch-ups.

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Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-24-2024, 02:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 368
Posted By pontiacstogo
The 'molded in color' welting is much easier to...

The 'molded in color' welting is much easier to work with;

https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=787665
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-13-2024, 10:53 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 19,204
Posted By pontiacstogo
Yikes! That's a bit of a mess. Wonder what...

Yikes! That's a bit of a mess. Wonder what happened to the shoulder belts?
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-02-2024, 01:56 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Got the new plates fitted. Personalized...

Got the new plates fitted.

Personalized plates were an option, but I just ordered the US sized plates with the standard rego number that was issued to me when the car was complied. Relatively...
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-24-2024, 02:10 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
I might have overdone the flying part :D ...

I might have overdone the flying part :D

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Forum: THE LOBBY 02-16-2024, 12:48 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Need to sort out the rear plate situation...

Need to sort out the rear plate situation (standard NZ plate wont fit between the taillights).

But I couldn't wait any longer so I taped the plate in the rear window, filled it up with gas and...
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-14-2024, 09:39 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Woohoo - all passed, no problems to correct. ...

Woohoo - all passed, no problems to correct. Picking it up early tomorrow - then driving it LOTS this weekend.
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-14-2024, 03:30 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Been a long journey - but the car is finally off...

Been a long journey - but the car is finally off to compliance testing. Got the last couple of tasks completed; new engine mounts, fresh fluid change. I also put the original steering wheel back on...
Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts WANTED 01-25-2024, 04:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,243
Posted By pontiacstogo
Lots of pictures in this thread; ...

Lots of pictures in this thread;

https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=870388

Often missing due to header fitment problems or not included during an auto to manual swap. ...
Forum: THE LOBBY 12-28-2023, 01:10 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Interior is all back in now with the exception of...

Interior is all back in now with the exception of the dome light (waiting on replacement bulb clip/holders). I decided to reinstall the original shift knob instead of the white Hurst ball I had on...
Forum: THE LOBBY 12-26-2023, 02:01 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,447
Posted By pontiacstogo
Well spotted. It was a US model (GS1000SZ) but I...

Well spotted. It was a US model (GS1000SZ) but I liked to mod them so I fitted the wire wheels to mimic the NZ and Aus. Katana 'specials'. I actually sold that bike to the owner of Factory Five...
Forum: THE LOBBY 12-21-2023, 02:26 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Got a good chunk of the interior back in...

Got a good chunk of the interior back in yesterday;

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One of the 'bulb holders' came off the wires for the dome light so I...
Forum: THE LOBBY 12-19-2023, 12:07 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Started with the parcel shelf, that led to the...

Started with the parcel shelf, that led to the rear speaker, which led to installation of the trunk mat, spare wheel and jack. All done. Pulled all of the fender flares to reinstall them and get...
Forum: THE LOBBY 12-10-2023, 09:03 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
The exhaust is went back on the car on Friday -...

The exhaust is went back on the car on Friday - so that meant startup time.

Filled the gas tank with fresh gas and refitted the (charged up) battery. After a bit of cranking the TA sprang into...
Forum: THE LOBBY 11-27-2023, 12:45 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Front bumper, header panel, lower valance,...

Front bumper, header panel, lower valance, spoiler and fender flares all fitted;

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Forum: THE LOBBY 11-24-2023, 08:27 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
When I first bought the car (20+ years ago) I...

When I first bought the car (20+ years ago) I replaced exhaust manifold gaskets, timing chain, belts, hoses, plugs, filters and water pump. I had Cliff rebuild the original quadrajet.

Other...
Forum: THE LOBBY 11-22-2023, 09:28 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Reassembly progressing slowly; ...

Reassembly progressing slowly;

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Forum: THE LOBBY 11-09-2023, 11:10 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Getting closer... ...

Getting closer...

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Parts waiting to be fitted to the...
Forum: THE LOBBY 11-06-2023, 11:56 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Finally - some (Cameo) white stuff... ...

Finally - some (Cameo) white stuff...

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Forum: THE LOBBY 09-04-2023, 03:04 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 36,834
Posted By pontiacstogo
Slow progress. All of the 'finishing' work is...

Slow progress. All of the 'finishing' work is done and now down to block sanding and prep. for top coat.

Made the call to purchase new reproduction wheel spoilers as the ones on the car had...
Forum: THE LOBBY 08-18-2023, 02:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,940
Posted By pontiacstogo
Saw Tom Petty live in Philly a few years back. ...

Saw Tom Petty live in Philly a few years back. Fantastic concert and so glad I went as it was only a couple of months lated that he passed. Going to a concert in January at a vineyard in Queenstown...
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-27-2023, 06:03 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 19,204
Posted By pontiacstogo
Yep - 17 inch aftermarket versions. The car does...

Yep - 17 inch aftermarket versions. The car does come with 15 inch Honeycombs as well.
Forum: Ames Customer Satisfaction Forum 07-11-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 890
Posted By pontiacstogo
International Shipping

I've had the need to place a couple of orders with Ames recently as my car gets closer to completion.

Order processing has been seamless and everything I have needed to order has been in stock. ...
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-10-2023, 07:40 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,883
Posted By pontiacstogo
The number 1 selling vehicles in NZ (and...

The number 1 selling vehicles in NZ (and Australia too I think) are 'utes'. These are very much a small truck. For the most part they are all 4 door and most are diesel - they include the Ford...
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-02-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,612
Posted By pontiacstogo
Cool comparison. Wish auto mags would do more of...

Cool comparison. Wish auto mags would do more of that type of article.

In case you missed it here's one from 'back in the day' that I posted a while back;
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