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AngelOf86
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JUL 10, 10:21 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by 1985 Fiero GT:
Well first off, some fun information:
A lot of people will say that it will catch fire, but the only Fieros that had a fire problem were the first model year, 1984, they had several problems that were fixed in following years, and non existent in the v6, and obviously, any well done engine swaps.
Some people will say it is not a safe car, that is totally incorrect. It is the safest car ever produced without airbags and safer than many many cars with airbags, in part due to having the engine in the back, so the whole front end is a huge crumple zone, as well as having such a spacious cabin, with proper seat placement, there's nothing to smash into you. The crash test numbers regarding the chest deceleration and femur load are better than a 2024 Ford F-150 in a head on crash, other test numbers are likely better or equivalent, but I've only researched the head on test.
I bought my 85 gt just over a year ago, as my first car, for last winter I got a beater car, which I sold a few months ago, and picked up another, better beater. With a Fiero, you should keep a cheap beater car around, at least for the winter (not sure how much snow/salt you get, up here where I am in Canada, one winters driving will start enough rust that there's no prevention, just coping with it, and trying to get as much life as possible from it). If it's summer all year round and you can get stuff fixed fast, you might not need to worry about a beater, although it's always a good idea.
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Ya I have a 2024 kawasaki ninja 600 motorcycle I'm using when my fieros in the shop. I also have access to a truck if I'll need it while It's getting done.
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richard in nc
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JUL 10, 10:28 PM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by 1985 Fiero GT:
Well first off, some fun information:
A lot of people will say that it will catch fire, but the only Fieros that had a fire problem were the first model year, 1984, they had several problems that were fixed in following years, and non existent in the v6, and obviously, any well done engine swaps.
Some people will say it is not a safe car, that is totally incorrect. It is the safest car ever produced without airbags and safer than many many cars with airbags, in part due to having the engine in the back, so the whole front end is a huge crumple zone, as well as having such a spacious cabin, with proper seat placement, there's nothing to smash into you. The crash test numbers regarding the chest deceleration and femur load are better than a 2024 Ford F-150 in a head on crash, other test numbers are likely better or equivalent, but I've only researched the head on test.
it was the second safest car sold in the us in 1984 second only to a volvo.
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1985 Fiero GT
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JUL 10, 10:30 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by richard in nc:
it was the second safest car sold in the us in 1984 second only to a volvo. |
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Yes, the Volvo had airbags, making the Fiero the safest car ever sold without airbags, and safer than many with airbags, like I said.
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jelly2m8
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JUL 10, 10:46 PM
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If you / your mechanic are doing a 3800 swap the first thing is to search this forum for 3800 swap treads. Everything has been documented in detail. Know what your in for, all the work arounds for anything you run into.
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JohnWPB
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JUL 10, 11:09 PM
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Welcome!
I went through this a few years ago. I knew NOTHING about doing a 3800 swap. With TONS of help from this forum, and from YouTube, I did it!
Have a look at MY BUILD THREAD STARTING ON PAGE 13. I detailed the entire process, parts needed, tips, tricks, where to get specific parts, and even a price breakdown of the swap. I also took and posted photos of everything.
I hope this helps![This message has been edited by JohnWPB (edited 07-10-2024).]
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IMSA GT
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JUL 17, 09:45 PM
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Well? How's it going Hailey?
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fierosound
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JUL 18, 09:40 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by AngelOf86:
Hi my names Hailey, I just got my first car a 1986 pontiac fiero gt. I bought it with the engine blown and in currently doing a 3800 supercharged swap.
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Welcome aboard!
Fiero Owner's and Service Manuals and more...
You especially want to read Fiero by Gary Witzenburg. 
https://fieroinfo.com/
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My World of Wheels Winners (Click on links below)
3.4L Supercharged 87 GT and Super Duty 4 Indy #163
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Dennis LaGrua
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JUL 20, 03:23 AM
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With an updated low miles engine and transmission your Fiero can be reliable but on the other hand it's 30+ years old. This would mean that things like suspension parts, bushings and hoses need to be carefully checked, as do the tires that are dated. Maintained in good shape Fieros are fun cars to drive. ------------------
" THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite.
"THE COLUSSUS"
87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H
" ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "
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AngelOf86
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JUL 24, 09:38 PM
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UPDATE: It's going well so far we got the cradle out today and I'm replacing all the control arms and suspension while it's out. I've got good news and bad new. Bad news first. There's rust. Good news. It's surface rust and I'm taking care of that first. For a car that was in Wisconsin for 15 years I'm surprised it's not worse. Only on the battery tray, exhaust and oil pan. I named him Sirius because it means "scorcher" in greek as a joke because of the reputation of fieros ------------------
AngelOf86
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dizzie
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JUL 24, 10:13 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by AngelOf86:
I named him Sirius because it means "scorcher" in greek as a joke because of the reputation of fieros
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hahaha nice!! cool name
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