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#1
03-31-2018, 10:41 PM
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Drivers side is cut. I did not encounter any paint chipping. I cut it right the first time. The frame set right into place. The support slipped right in between the roof panels. Off to a good start..
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1976 LeMans B09 Freeway Enforcer, 455/M40 Smokey 1977 Trans Am, 400/M21 Black/Gold Bandit. 44K actual miles 2017 Sierra SLT 1500 Z71 4X4  2019 Canyon SLT Crew 4X4  
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#2
03-31-2018, 10:48 PM
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Neat work, likely neater than when done on rushed production line. Now get out and cruise in your rare Half-Hurst!
How did you end up trimming it, dremel or similar rotary saw? |
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#3
03-31-2018, 10:59 PM
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I used a battery operated jig-saw. A saws-all was used for a couple of the initial cuts.
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1976 LeMans B09 Freeway Enforcer, 455/M40 Smokey 1977 Trans Am, 400/M21 Black/Gold Bandit. 44K actual miles 2017 Sierra SLT 1500 Z71 4X4 2019 Canyon SLT Crew 4X4
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#4
04-01-2018, 09:07 AM
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Only for the brave!
Well done! 
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Some guys they just give up living And start dying little by little, piece by piece, Some guys come home from work and wash up, And go racin' in the street. Bruce Springsteen - Racing In The Street - 1978 |
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#5
04-01-2018, 11:19 AM
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Looking good!
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#6
04-13-2018, 08:00 AM
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I found this nOS beauty..
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1976 LeMans B09 Freeway Enforcer, 455/M40 Smokey 1977 Trans Am, 400/M21 Black/Gold Bandit. 44K actual miles 2017 Sierra SLT 1500 Z71 4X4 2019 Canyon SLT Crew 4X4
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#7
04-13-2018, 10:20 PM
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Other side done. Absolutely zero hiccups. The frame fit great. Now to refinish the tops themselves, and reassemble the headliner, and various trim.
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1976 LeMans B09 Freeway Enforcer, 455/M40 Smokey 1977 Trans Am, 400/M21 Black/Gold Bandit. 44K actual miles 2017 Sierra SLT 1500 Z71 4X4 2019 Canyon SLT Crew 4X4
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#8
04-13-2018, 10:36 PM
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Trashman that looks bad as$, congrats on one hell of a job! Looks awesome.
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#9
04-14-2018, 07:48 AM
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Thank you, Teri.
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1976 LeMans B09 Freeway Enforcer, 455/M40 Smokey 1977 Trans Am, 400/M21 Black/Gold Bandit. 44K actual miles 2017 Sierra SLT 1500 Z71 4X4 2019 Canyon SLT Crew 4X4
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#10
04-20-2018, 11:45 AM
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Nice looking P/U. Its funny comparing top of the line truck in '72 to top of the line now! It was nice being able to open both doors and taking a hose to clean out the mud though.
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#11
04-16-2018, 12:48 AM
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Great thread........Think I've gone through most of it....
.Don't think I could pull the sawzall trigger .....on a TA of that caliber. Just wondering if your 77 has the original bumper jack...(I'm sure it does)....and would you have some pics of it to post? I think I have the right one...but need to confirm... Thanks |
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#12
04-16-2018, 09:04 AM
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Thanks, GH
The jack equipment has never been removed from its location since the cars assembly. The tire has never been on the ground. I will shoot a better photo of it for you this evening. Here are the two I currently have on file:
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1976 LeMans B09 Freeway Enforcer, 455/M40 Smokey 1977 Trans Am, 400/M21 Black/Gold Bandit. 44K actual miles 2017 Sierra SLT 1500 Z71 4X4 2019 Canyon SLT Crew 4X4
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#13
04-24-2018, 09:03 AM
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Great Trans Am & Great trucks!! WOW! Well done.
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#14
05-03-2018, 11:50 AM
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Car looks fantastic! I have never removed a bird but have installed. I don't think you can beat the quality of PG. Theyre not that hard to install, but it does take a bit of finess.
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#15
04-16-2018, 05:31 PM
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The jack and handle:
The RH side. The Metro weatherstrip has been installed. LH side already completed. The headliner is in and trimmed.
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1976 LeMans B09 Freeway Enforcer, 455/M40 Smokey 1977 Trans Am, 400/M21 Black/Gold Bandit. 44K actual miles 2017 Sierra SLT 1500 Z71 4X4 2019 Canyon SLT Crew 4X4
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#16
04-17-2018, 01:03 AM
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Thanks for posting the jack pics....
Can you tell me if the one I have...is the same? This one is just over 31" long.....and does fit in the brackets.... |
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#17
04-17-2018, 09:11 AM
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Quote:
Then you'll need the handle, wing nut and retainer.
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1976 LeMans B09 Freeway Enforcer, 455/M40 Smokey 1977 Trans Am, 400/M21 Black/Gold Bandit. 44K actual miles 2017 Sierra SLT 1500 Z71 4X4 2019 Canyon SLT Crew 4X4
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#18
04-18-2018, 09:09 PM
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Drove the car today. No rattles, creaks or moans. Still need to refinish the glass tops themselves, but the car itself is good to go.
 
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1976 LeMans B09 Freeway Enforcer, 455/M40 Smokey 1977 Trans Am, 400/M21 Black/Gold Bandit. 44K actual miles 2017 Sierra SLT 1500 Z71 4X4 2019 Canyon SLT Crew 4X4
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#19
04-18-2018, 10:05 PM
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Looks excellent!
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#20
04-24-2018, 03:58 PM
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Thanks for the info. I will have to look into that stuff. I asked a glass guy awhile ago about polishing them and he said he was afraid that the heat from polishing would cause them to break. I will keep that in mind.
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