It took two weeks to deliver but has finally arrived. I used Bullet Freight and will recommend them to NOBODY! 3 days transit time turned into 7 and then they couldn't deliver it because they didn't put it on a truck with a liftgate (although I paid $75 for one). Oh well, it got here today.

Opening it. We didn't use the liftgate because it was too small...

All tucked away until I get the rest of the parts from UPS. ie: Video instructions

--brett

You must be extremely excited Congrats and good luck!

it begins!

Looka like the start of a Finale build up thread...I'll be keeping my eyes on this one.

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Caleb Sarty

Black '84 SE 4 speed undergoing modification https://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum1/HTML/038297.html

Happy for ya keep us informed.

I've removed all the panels except for the front hood. Tomorrow I'll take off the hood. That's all I can do until I get my video instructions to see what type of cutting needs to be done.

Bet you will have a few long days of playing in the garage now. Keep the pics comming.

here some of the panels sitting on the car. I'm waiting for mounting hardware so this weekend I'll be doing some sanding and finishing work on a few panels.
The body is in really good shape and trimmed really well. There aren't any bubbles in the glass so my finishing time is less.

I wanted to get the panels on to see how far I need to bring the wheels out. Looks like 1.5 inches up front and 2 inches in the rear.

Have fun. If you have any questions or if I can help in any way, send me an email at jstricke@rwisp.com .

John Stricker

Wow!!! Those are awesome kits! I have never liked them until i saw that one right above. Very nice.

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'88 Fiero Formula

I miss my '88 Formula.

now is a great time for a motor swap, b-4 the body gets on

Thanks John. Your car is one of the reasons my wife fell in love with the finale. She really wanted the fino but your's changed her mind. She wants me to hurry up and finish it becuase she wants me to build a factory five cobra for her

$Rich$ - My thoughts (almost) exactly! I'm going to be ordering a SBC 350/300hp on Monday. Then the Archie kit some time next week.
I bought a used 305TPI but have changed my mind and want the 350. I will reuse the TPI system - I also bought new injectors from SLP for $99 from an LS1 (26lbs).

I will finsih the body before the engine but will paint it after the engine.
Looks like my plans to work on it today are on hold. I'm going soon to look at a civic hybrid - getting rid of a v6 mustang. Gas is $2.50 here for 87! The finale will be my fun power car and hybrid will be my commuter...

--Brett

So pretty much everything just drops on? Is there any modifications needed for it to fit?

Ha, I see you car was also hit from behind, hence the back impact bar is bent, was the same deal with mine. Looking good cant wait to see it finished.

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John, could you post more pics of your car please or post the thread that they're in?

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Here are some pictures of John's car:
https://www.fiero.nl/forum/Archives/Archive-000002/HTML/20030819-1-021669.html
https://www.fiero.nl/forum/Archives/Archive-000002/HTML/20030204-1-020132.html

John,
What did you use to cut the gas filler neck? My tank is about 1/4 ful and I don't want anything dropping in it - or exploding!

When I did mine, I used a large pipe cutter that is used for copper pipe. It doesn't leave any filings. I believe I used a 1st generation Dodge minvan rubber extension to lengthen the filler tube. Trying to get gasoline grade hose is very difficult and very expensive. Mine cost me $2.

An oxy-acetylene torch, but I like to live life on the wild side.

Actually, I also used a large pipe cutter to cut the neck and a regular tubing cutter for the overflow pipe.

John Stricker

quote Originally posted by bdjones: Here are some pictures of John's car: https://www.fiero.nl/forum/Archives/Archive-000002/HTML/20030819-1-021669.html https://www.fiero.nl/forum/Archives/Archive-000002/HTML/20030204-1-020132.html John, What did you use to cut the gas filler neck? My tank is about 1/4 ful and I don't want anything dropping in it - or exploding!

-Bump- More build-up pics!!

What's the donor for the rear glass?

No update yet. You need to put the doors on before you can do anything else. I haven't received the mounting hardware yet so I can't put the door on to line everything else up.

I think I will get some progress made this weekend if I get the hardware/lights/hinges/etc.

I have done some sanding and cutting but nothing major.

I don't know the donor - I was wondering the same thing.

I think Archie told me it was a Euro version Opel of some kind, but I don't remember. If you break one, Archie keeps a few in stock just in case.

John Stricker

quote Originally posted by Stinkin_V8: -Bump- More build-up pics!! What's the donor for the rear glass?

Update time!

My mounting hardware showed up last week so I was able to mount 1 door. I did a little cutting of holes (license plate, vents). But I don't have any pictures - will try to get them up this week. Next weekend I'm devoting to a friend's wedding and family stuff so there won't be much work done on it. I should have some more parts in this week (hint, hint, nudge, nudge Archie).

So what's the big update?

And a picture of some toys I've collected in the last couple months to put on. 11.25 brakes and 2" drop spindles.

I don't see the toys I sent you anywhere in that pic.

Eric

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Used is such a harsh term. . . I perfer "Previously obsessed over" ;)

quote Originally posted by jstricker: Have fun. If you have any questions or if I can help in any way, send me an email at jstricke@rwisp.com . John Stricker

Are those tail lights from a late 90's Bonneville? Just curious.

Kris

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Kris they look like Porsche (sp) rear tail lights to me... Not sure what model BUT maybe 924, 928 or somthing similar?!?! Correct me if im wrong.... could be

GREAT job with the kit so far, thats absolutly my FAVORITE kit car!

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quote Originally posted by The Fieromaster: Kris they look like Porsche (sp) rear tail lights to me... Not sure what model BUT maybe 924, 928 or somthing similar?!?! Correct me if im wrong.... could be

You're wrong....they ARE Bonneville taillights...

quote Originally posted by Racingman24: I don't see the toys I sent you anywhere in that pic.

I was saving those for a surprise
Actually they are tucked away in a safe place so I don't get the lenses dirty/scratched with the fiberglass flying around.

quote Originally posted by bdjones: I was saving those for a surprise Actually they are tucked away in a safe place so I don't get the lenses dirty/scratched with the fiberglass flying around.

Ahh, I see. That's cool. Are they making it into this car?

quote Originally posted by shop_rat45: Are those tail lights from a late 90's Bonneville? Just curious.

Some Discussion here: https://www.fiero.nl/forum/Archives/Archive-000002/HTML/20030204-1-021310.html on his taillights

The reason I want to build the finale is because it's so different. It's not like any other car out there and I like the attention Just look at this thread - John only has to post one picture of his gorgeous car and most of the posts are about his car.

I also want to thank John - he's helping me out with all my questions and he answers them a lot faster then I answer him to thank him; so thank's John.

quote Originally posted by Racingman24: Ahh, I see. That's cool. Are they making it into this car?

The goal is get them in this car. I'll see if I can get them to fit into the Grand Prix housings - if not then I'll make my own light housing for them but it will be after everything is done.

Bump to see more

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You need more pictrues, take pictures of every step you do how has the fitment been so far? everything line right up?

Kyle

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1988 Formula 2M6 5 Speed - CRX Intake, NOS dry kit, ZEX Ejector Air Amplifier, Taylor Wires, NGK UR5 plugs, MSD 6AL Ignition /w 2 step rev control, MSD Blaster 3 coil, WCF dog bone, WCF engine mount, Autometer Ultra-Lite guages (A/F,Vac.), KYB GR2's, Sequential turn signals, Rapid 3rd brake light....
Recurring donator

What do you guys think of this?

Close up:

I don't like what it looks like on the side where the original gas door is, but I like the placement on the back. It will be in front of the wing - I'm sure the wing isn't really functional so it won't hurt the aerodynamics

That looks great! Perfect addition.

Edit: On second thought, are you going to have enough room in there to run the pipes down to the fuel tank? You need room to stick the nozzle in, too.

If this helps any, the last time I needed to build a custom filler neck I bent up a coat hanger to the right shape and took it to the muffler shop.

[This message has been edited by Stinkin_V8 (edited 04-15-2004).]

I'm not sure if there will be enough room. It looked to have about 6-8" behind it at the body angle. I will have to mock it up and test. I won't seal the hole for the original fuel cap just yet.

I hope it works.. That cap looks great and the location you have for it is (aesthetically) perfect. If all else fails, it might look almost as good mounted horizontally just ahead of where the wing starts to curve up.

Always like seeing updates on this project!

Update time. My wife and I just got a new boxer puppy so the finale has been on hold a bit.
Today I mounted the side mirrors. They are power/defrost type from a 2004 corvette.

Hey were did you get the Corvette side mirrors from? GM or a salvage yard? Do you think they would mount-up on a stock Fiero?

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quote Originally posted by madcurl: stock Fiero

LOL!!

BTW: Finale looks great so far, can't wait to see it finished.

Brad

Madcurl - PM sent.

Thanks for the compliments -- I can't wait to see it finished either

I've had numerous requests about the mirror mounting. I'm not sure how it will mount on a stock fiero - I'm not sure if the angles will work to keep the mirror flush and horizontal at the same time. I will need to build up the bottom edge on the finale about 1/8" to make it work...

Here is the back of the mirror to show the mounting style: