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Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 02-17-2025, 07:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 734
Posted By Poncho Dave
You are correct, the red wire supplies power to...

You are correct, the red wire supplies power to the ignition switch mounted on top of the steering column. It also probably powers the light switch which may be why it is spliced in the harness..
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Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 01-06-2025, 04:58 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,428
Posted By Poncho Dave
For the seat tracks, I just spray a lube on them...

For the seat tracks, I just spray a lube on them to keep them from getting rusty or freezing up. Maybe look into a dry lube or silicone to apply.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 12-22-2024, 07:37 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,428
Posted By Poncho Dave
Wow, looks great! Gonna be a very comfortable...

Wow, looks great! Gonna be a very comfortable and tight car to drive.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 12-13-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,773
Posted By Poncho Dave
No, trim tag would not be stamped with y82. ...

No, trim tag would not be stamped with y82.

Repo steering wheel would drive me nuts.

Why do people put hood insulation on TA hoods? Never seen an original one.

Repo brake components, leaf...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 12-12-2024, 09:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,773
Posted By Poncho Dave
I’m following this one as I have a similar...

I’m following this one as I have a similar equipped car. First it is a very clean and put together car. Unfortunately I believe the red oxide on the bottom is too red ish as all 76-78 ta’s I’ve...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 12-10-2024, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 559
Posted By Poncho Dave
No bleeders and no machined pad with a code. ...

No bleeders and no machined pad with a code. Date and part numbers are on the bottom.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-25-2024, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 477
Posted By Poncho Dave
Here are a couple photos I’ve got of a 70 ta. ...

Here are a couple photos I’ve got of a 70 ta.

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Forum: 74-76 Firebird & TA TECH 10-22-2024, 10:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 778
Posted By Poncho Dave
This is what I have come across. Putting...

This is what I have come across. Putting together everything from 1970-78 birds.

1970 auto
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1970 4 speed
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1978 4 speed
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Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 10-10-2024, 08:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,664
Posted By Poncho Dave
Air cleaner and shaker bases are different.

Air cleaner and shaker bases are different.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 12-31-2023, 08:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,294
Posted By Poncho Dave
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 12-24-2023, 10:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,537
Posted By Poncho Dave
Remove inner structure from four fenders and weld...

Remove inner structure from four fenders and weld one pair was approximately eight hours. Pretty sure that included sandblasting the pieces before welding as well.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 12-22-2023, 09:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,537
Posted By Poncho Dave
Changing the inner structure photos: 625458 ...

Changing the inner structure photos:
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Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 12-18-2023, 10:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,537
Posted By Poncho Dave
I’ve used much repo sheet metal on first gen’s...

I’ve used much repo sheet metal on first gen’s and second gen’s. The second gen stuff is really nice fitment wise. Everything from fenders to quarter panels. For a high quality resto, you’ll want...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 07-09-2023, 08:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 734
Posted By Poncho Dave
194s

194s
Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts WANTED 11-27-2022, 10:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,778
Posted By Poncho Dave
I’ve got a pretty nice set. Will pull them off...

I’ve got a pretty nice set. Will pull them off shelf and take photos of them this week.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-27-2022, 08:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,672
Posted By Poncho Dave
The green plugs are correct for 1970-73 drop...

The green plugs are correct for 1970-73 drop offs. The silver ones are correct for later year cars and the smaller holes under the rear seat bottoms.
Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts WANTED 10-04-2022, 09:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,293
Posted By Poncho Dave
Just had a set of 70 and 73 locks re-keyed. Find...

Just had a set of 70 and 73 locks re-keyed. Find a good local locksmith. If you need to have the ignition matched to doors, the donor must use the same letter blanks.
Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts FOR SALE 04-11-2022, 08:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 932
Posted By Poncho Dave
Brentco, I have someone interested in this...

Brentco,
I have someone interested in this entire front end, however I do have another set of grill inserts that I will take photos of to see if they will work for you.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 09-05-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 271
Views: 59,954
Posted By Poncho Dave
Looks great, but you didn’t hang the hat on the...

Looks great, but you didn’t hang the hat on the antenna!
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 01-26-2021, 07:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,479
Posted By Poncho Dave
Dash bezel is also not correct for an SE, even...

Dash bezel is also not correct for an SE, even though it could have easily been changed.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 01-13-2021, 10:44 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,307
Posted By Poncho Dave
Saw this car in person, color looks off. Nice 72...

Saw this car in person, color looks off. Nice 72 formula looks great, but this car and the other early TA with t tops don’t resemble Lucerne Blue well up close. Radiator support is 73 style. Cheap...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 04-19-2020, 01:09 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,711
Posted By Poncho Dave
Been using SPI epoxy and universal clear for...

Been using SPI epoxy and universal clear for about 5 years now. Clear is nice for much wet sanding and polishing, but you have to get used to applying it as it does not flow like a production clear...
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