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Corpsmen Ed
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OCT 11, 01:29 AM
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Hey all, I just wanted to introduce myself and share my build that I am starting.
My name is Ed and this will be my first build....EVER.
I have always wanted to build up a Fiero, ever since I owned an 85 notchy back when I was in the military. I originally considered doing a Lambo kit build - but decided to stick to just sweetening up the Fiero itself.
Mainly, I wanted something I could do with my 13 year old car fanatic son to give him some hands-on car knowledge and experience.
To make things even more interesting, I have little to no experience doing this myself. I have grown up around cars and am good at building things with my hands, but I am not a mechanic or bodyman. So this should be interesting.
BUT I have an empty garage, a dream, lots of tools, an eager helper, and knowledgeable friends and family. If all else fails, I'm only a couple hours away from V8 Archie's (I live in Indiana)!
As soon as I figure out how to post pics on here, I will.
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Phirewire
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OCT 11, 02:30 AM
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I'm interested. You can post pics by uploading them only to one of many sites (Photobucket, Imgur, ect) and then copying the BBCode the site gives you when you click to share a photo it would look something like [IMG] PHOTOLINK [/IMG ]
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Corpsmen Ed
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OCT 11, 08:45 AM
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Okay, here goes....
If all goes as planned, I will be starting with this 1988 Formula...
Things on my to do list...
New Poly all around
Big Brake upgrade
update suspension
Swap in 3800 Series 2 SC
Tranny to be determined (currently has stock manual in need of rebuild)
Customize interior
Big staggered wheels & tires
Custom bodywork & paint (Originally thinking Matte Black with Yellow Accents....drawing below not shown in black to show detail) Although, now I kind of like the two tone paint. lol
Here's my design...
I'll be picking you brains as we go, so wish me luck.
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Lou6t4gto
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OCT 11, 09:40 AM
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I Like you design. where you put the 2 "Gilles" in front of the rear wheels, I put 3 Like 68 corvette. make sure you post "Progress pictures".
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Corpsmen Ed
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OCT 11, 12:25 PM
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Thanks guys for the interest and info on how to post the pics. I hope to pick up my project car this weekend. I'll post more pics as soon as I do. I have been itching to get started on this for about 3 months now.
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sirtimeless
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OCT 11, 01:01 PM
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I would love to see this finished.
Kind of makes me want to start some body work on mine  ------------------
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Phirewire
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OCT 11, 01:44 PM
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the rear end looks like norms front end with a dodge challangers ass end. not bad I like it.
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Corpsmen Ed
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OCT 11, 04:10 PM
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Thanks guys. I fully intend to bring this to completion. We are chomping at the bit to get started. I'm not rich, so I will be doing as much of the work myself as I can, which also means this won't be finished anytime soon. I have been reading everything I can find to help me with my build, and have been watching all the video I can find on stuff like sculpting with liquid foam and fiberglass.
My design is my interpretation of what our beloved Fiero might look like if it had remained into production until today. The whole thing has been made a little curvier, especially around the hips.
I also tried to address some areas of the original that always bothered me. For example:
1. The original nose/front airdam always looked like it was angled up too much. On my design, I put it out and down. More inline with supercars of today (like McLaren, Saleen, etc) and somewhat NASCAR. I also gave it a large triangular mouth intake to help with cooling. Someone mentioned it looked like Norm's Tilt Front. I really like Norm's stuff, but it's awfully expensive. Which is sad because I'm only 2 hours south of Norm. I don't really want my front end to tilt either.
2. The pop up headlights always seemed to be a source of headache, so I recessed them into the front fenders. Design inspired by my dad's new 2012 Corvette.
3. The rear of the original always looked too stubby, especially for the engine being back there. Without adding a frame stretch, I added some to length to the bodywork. When you add in the filled in side window panels, it makes the rearend look fuller.
Some other design features:
1. The triple taillights were inspired by the classic mustangs, with the third light appearing more directional.
2. The side vents were added for style and function. The inside drivers side vent will be for the engine intake, with inside passenger side vent for engine cooling. The outside side vents on both sides will be for brake cooling. The large vents in rear bumper area and rear-facing large decklid scoop for venting heat and air pressure.
Additional items being considered...
Hood vents of some kind to relieve pressure....
Gullwing doors....just because I haven't seen those on a Fiero....which might mean it's not possible
Anyway, thanks for all the positive feedback. I really appreciate it.
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IanT720
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OCT 11, 04:35 PM
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ALJR
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OCT 11, 06:23 PM
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Welcome!
Your rendering looks nice, would love to see it finished.
My sugestion would be to tackle one part at a time. Many a projects never get finished because people get overwhelmed...
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