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Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 03-19-2006, 09:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 837
Posted By 70-73nut
Mine's still not in my garage. I did hear it...

Mine's still not in my garage.
I did hear it run last week though.
Still needs the exhaust welded up and
some linkage adjustments.
I'm hoping to be able to post pics this week, but I've been...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 03-15-2006, 10:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 855
Posted By 70-73nut
I totally agree. I have two blue 71s that are...

I totally agree.
I have two blue 71s that are not perfect matches by any means,
but you wouldn't notice it without them right next to each other.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 03-15-2006, 09:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 855
Posted By 70-73nut
For both pennies that it's worth, my original...

For both pennies that it's worth,
my original DuPont paint chips
show two different numbers for 70 and 71.

70 Lucerne blue is 5190L (Lucite) and 5190D (Dulux).
71 is 5327L and 5327D.

Also...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 02-13-2006, 09:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 403
Posted By 70-73nut
Need spoiler and flare advice

Hi All,

My buddy recently trashed his chin spoiler and passenger side
wheel flare on his '73 Brewster Green TA.

The reproduction pieces are so inferior I am recommending
used or the ever...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 01-11-2006, 10:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 837
Posted By 70-73nut
Mine is still in the OR. Nearing completion...

Mine is still in the OR.
Nearing completion though,
possible the end of next week.

I'll post some pics as soon as it's home.

It's my favorite color combo, barely edging out my blue/ivory.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 01-08-2006, 09:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 837
Posted By 70-73nut
I recently procured a '71 blue/sandalwood 4-spd.,...

I recently procured a '71 blue/sandalwood 4-spd., a/c, tilt, roof mldg
that was built in CA and delivered to AZ in October of 70.
Forum: Exhaust TECH 12-20-2005, 09:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 851
Posted By 70-73nut
I've decided to try the exact set up as last time...

I've decided to try the exact set up as last time ,but with a newly
designed Pypes muffler. I'm told they've only made a few of
these as prototypes and do not have any sound feedback as yet.
...
Forum: Exhaust TECH 11-11-2005, 09:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 851
Posted By 70-73nut
You are correct Larry. The volume isn't the...

You are correct Larry.

The volume isn't the issue, it's the tone.
I don't care for the "clacky" sound.

I, too am looking for a lower frequency muffler.

Perhaps I'll try the Dynomax?
...
Forum: Exhaust TECH 11-10-2005, 08:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 851
Posted By 70-73nut
Pypes advice

Hi,

I have the complete Pypes sset up on my '71 TA 455 HO.
2.5 in.,downpipes from the stock manifolds, X-pipe, Racepro transverse
muffler, and stainless tips.

My only complaint is the sound....
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-13-2005, 08:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 531
Posted By 70-73nut
To further add to the confusion I've purchased...

To further add to the confusion
I've purchased three different nose birds and they
have all been the bright white.
Has anyone seen a cameo white bird?

I have a new '71 coming next week with...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-12-2005, 07:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 218
Posted By 70-73nut
Thanks Detectives. I'm assuming we're all in...

Thanks Detectives.
I'm assuming we're all in agreement that
it's worth the $2200. price tag?
My friend knows the history of the car and engine,
so I'm not going in totally blind.
He claims he...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-11-2005, 04:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 218
Posted By 70-73nut
need help decoding a 455

Hi All,

I've got a chance to pick up a 455 block with 4 bolt caps
and HO 197 heads, but can't figure out some of the numbers on the block.

Cast is 485428 which I understand to be a 455...
Forum: Exhaust TECH 10-11-2005, 07:58 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 924
Posted By 70-73nut
Thanks for all the info TAkid. I put the entire...

Thanks for all the info TAkid.
I put the entire Pypes system on my '71 TA HO.
Downpipes from the stock manifolds, xpipe,
their transverse muffler, and the stainless extensions
that look just like...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 09-26-2005, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 531
Posted By 70-73nut
Polar white would've been my guess as well. ...

Polar white would've been my guess as well.
That's why I was so surprised to see the off-white from
both Stencils & Stripes AND Phoenix Graphics.

I just had the darn things painted white and...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 09-26-2005, 08:57 AM
Replies: 3,022
Views: 463,101
Posted By 70-73nut
OUTSTANDING! Beautiful car and Congrats on...

OUTSTANDING!

Beautiful car and Congrats on doing it yourself!
My mechanical skills are limited to writing a check.
Forum: YOUR BEST PONTIAC STORIES 09-25-2005, 05:41 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 7,306
Posted By 70-73nut
city block burnouts

Downtown Augusta Georgia closes up after midnight.
I was tooling through town with my college professor in tow in my
'73 red TA with a stout '72 HO under the hood and decided to
impress the prof...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 09-23-2005, 01:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 531
Posted By 70-73nut
Thanks Larry, Do you think they might have...

Thanks Larry,

Do you think they might have changed from Polar White in '70
to Cameo in '71-72?
Forum: YOUR BEST PONTIAC STORIES 09-23-2005, 01:06 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 16,576
Posted By 70-73nut
'70 TA

I saw the body profile in an auto trader and it was love at first sight.
Had a fender bender on the way home from the purchase ($1600 in
1980) and totalled it a year later.
Didn't faze me though....
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 09-23-2005, 08:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 531
Posted By 70-73nut
correct stripe color for blue TAs

Hi,

Can anyone tell me what the correct white is supposed to be
in the stripe and shaker for the blue car?

I've purchased two from different manufacturers and they're both
a distinct off...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 08-18-2005, 12:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 806
Posted By 70-73nut
You certainly don't see a lot of Shadow Gold cars...

You certainly don't see a lot of Shadow Gold cars either
(Do ya Lloyd?)
It's also a beautiful color!

I'm still kickin' my self in the rear for missing one a few years ago.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 08-18-2005, 05:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 806
Posted By 70-73nut
That's a very color combo, especially jade...

That's a very color combo, especially jade interior.

Some other Pros on this forum can probably give you exact stats.

It's SO '70s, I would restore it back to the original.
It'd look great!
...
Forum: Exhaust TECH 08-15-2005, 09:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,157
Posted By 70-73nut
I recently had a complete set installed on my '71...

I recently had a complete set installed on my '71 TA.
$800.00 worth.
They were installed with the "quieter" configuration.

There was a couple of problems with the fit that required
additional...
Forum: Pontiac Business Entities Exchange 08-07-2005, 08:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 994
Posted By 70-73nut
Hi All, Sorry for the extended delay in...

Hi All,

Sorry for the extended delay in response.

Here's where I'm at...

Secured a lawyer, both locally and in the town I bought the car.
Both feel we have a very good case that has no...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 07-04-2005, 04:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 345
Posted By 70-73nut
Hi jwwads, It's a STEAL at $1000. Is it...

Hi jwwads,

It's a STEAL at $1000.
Is it also a genuine formula?
That would make it grand theft auto.

If nothing else, you could part the car out
and easily triple your invetsment.
...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 07-02-2005, 03:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 254
Posted By 70-73nut
I definitely agree with Formula and Eagle. ...

I definitely agree with Formula and Eagle.

The book falls way short in most areas, but
ironically goes overboard on selective, mostly
irrelevent information.
Guess they had to fill the pages...
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