[frank2w87]

Just checking, did you ever get your seat backs redone by Just Dashes? I was curious how they came out, how close the grain pattern matches the original plastic and whether it has a "padded" look. Any comments and pictures would be great. Mine are in bad shape and I believe this is the only option. Thanks

[transam1972]

not yet...they are in delay mode...I moved my car last week..I need to post pics of the sabatoge done by the dope smoking H.S. kids the day before I moved my car...reminds me why I never had my own...although it goes directly back to the parents in this case

[transam1972]

WALDRON MUFFLER

[transam1972]

TESTING

[transam1972]

I am using a library computer and I still need to work out the kinks..getting ready to install the new muffler & tailpipes and will ask advice when I am organized..my seat back panels are paid but not due in for another month..and the T/A is in a new garage

[165th]

Thanks for posting these pictures. The Waldron exhaust looks good.

You have a lot of rare original (hard to find) parts still on the car, like the smooth (non finned) rear brake drums, rear AC compressor bracket and oil fill tube, original ribbed AC hoses etc.

It looks like your making good progress on her. Are you still planning to go with the original Lucy color? You gotta love the blue on those frame rails!

[bird72]

It is nice to see the car progressing well, and you posting pics again. It is appreciated and Merry Christmas!

[165th]

A white shaker. That's great news!

[Judge273]

Never doubt a good car that brings you joy when you look at it and work on it. It's like nothing else...

[Brewster]

Nothing??? Come on Mikey what are you thinking???

[transam1972]

Originally Posted by Brewster

Nothing??? Come on Mikey what are you thinking???

...more likely, what was I thinking...in 1985 I wanted to replace my T/A that was totaled...the 72 that I got had the cheap silver repaint and needed 1/4s so if not for that I am certain I would have thought differently...but I will say that the forum did twist my arm and convince me that Lucerne blue is the way to go (I would have had Cameo white a Lucerne underbelly)...plus I already had a white car, I should embrace the change...actually if you can envision it done..Lucy blue, deluxe black,auto with air and honeys w/o trim rings..it should make one fine TRANS AM...actually the scoop and air cleaner is in the shop and is getting painted very soon...and I cannot wait to add the decals, 455 H.O.!!!!!

[transam1972]

came in on 12/24....so a cool present for the T/A...I would recommend them...the original grain was ground off and the exterior coating glued/vac formed? on...its on for good and its totally flat...the finish around the edges is perfect..since the 1971 & 72 seat backs are not reppoped , for me this seemed the only solution and I think it works...a trim shop installed my front seat covers...71 & 72 used material to cover the rear seat bun...1973 & later use a plastic cover and a revised seat back

[transam1972]

cost was $150 per seat back...heck, those side covers for the seats are $55 each, of which I still need 2 more of....does anyone know what goes on the seat latch mechanism...a rubber boot?

[transam1972]

can anyone explain to me the purpose of the idle stop solenoid and how should it be adjusted...it looks as though mine has moved around by the wear on 2 of the locating holes

[1973Formula]

Your seatbacks look great. Is the vinyl they used the same as the seat material?

Thanks,

[necdb3]

Glenn,

I can't tell from the picture but you at least have a nut and bolt missing from the idle solenoid. I can't see the bracket to tell if it's the right one.

The idle solenoid is energized any time the key is in the run position. It's more of an anti diesel (run on) solenoid. When you the car off, it drops the idle to the base setting to make sure it doesn't run on.

Dave

[necdb3]

Glenn,

I believe the entire 72 model year cars got a black rear view mirror.

[Formulabruce]

Originally Posted by necdb3

Glenn,

I believe the entire 72 model year cars got a black rear view mirror.

pre late DEc'71 built cars I have parted all had stainless mirrors, and my old formula 455 which a member owns here had a stainless one when new
Here is a pic, just after the Valence was changed it seems, only about a month old. Dont drool on the wheels and caps guys... those came with this car . They were gone ( thankfully) when I owned it briefly LOL Yes the grill is all Argent silver , pic has bad shadows.. this car came unspoiled but it was tossed in the trunk, just like we did at my dealership to make a deal work, with an appointment at the body shop

[necdb3]

Originally Posted by Formulabruce

pre late DEc'71 built cars I have parted all had stainless mirrors, and my old formula 455 which a member owns here had a stainless one when new
Here is a pic, just after the Valence was changed it seems, only about a month old. Dont drool on the wheels and caps guys... those came with this car . They were gone ( thankfully) when I owned it briefly LOL Yes the grill is all Argent silver , pic has bad shadows.. this car came unspoiled but it was tossed in the trunk, just like we did at my dealership to make a deal work, with an appointment at the body shop

That's weird, I owned a Nov 71 built 72 f455 back in the 70's and it had a black mirror. I currently own a 3/72 T/A and it's black.

I have a early built 72 GP also and to the best of my knowledge, they did the same thing. it's black.

[Brewster]

Originally Posted by Formulabruce

pre late DEc'71 built cars I have parted all had stainless mirrors, and my old formula 455 which a member owns here had a stainless one when new
Here is a pic, just after the Valence was changed it seems, only about a month old. Dont drool on the wheels and caps guys... those came with this car . They were gone ( thankfully) when I owned it briefly LOL Yes the grill is all Argent silver , pic has bad shadows.. this car came unspoiled but it was tossed in the trunk, just like we did at my dealership to make a deal work, with an appointment at the body shop

Love the old picture Bruce, it doesnt look to bad with those caps and rings.