Good morning everyone. I didn't see a section on the forum for intros, so I hope this is the right place to do so. My name is Chris and I live in Louisville, KY (I'm from the Lexington area, so go Cats!). I have loved Fieros since I was a wee lad and I finally acquired one a few weeks ago - a red 1986 SE with the V6 and 4 speed. She has 117,000 miles - I think. The speedo and odometer are not working, so I honestly cannot be sure. I've spent the last few weeks going through the basics, oil and filter, tranny oil change, new distributor, wires and plugs, have a new coil on order (the original has its post snapped off and it is running off of some other vehicle's coil). The overall plan is complete restoration and 2.8 rebuild, ending with a new paint job probably next year. I will post some pics when I have time.

From a personal standpoint, I'm 38 with 4 kids and an extremely supportive wife who likes cars. Hobbies (now) include this car, I'm an avid shooter, fishing, cycling and playing with the kids, of course. I look forward to being part of the community!

Welcome to the madness. You'll quickly find this is a great community. Very knowledgable, and if you need a part, someone usually has it.

And post pics!!

Welcome to the forum .. as stated above lots of info here on PFF ... The search button will become your best friend too .... if not we are all here to help
regards
Danyel

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My Build Thread
Tylers Toy

Welcome from the forgotten part of Kentucky....

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Welcome to the forum!

car pics please!

Ah, from the land of Falls City Beer heh. Welcome. We are all here to help if we can

Welcome to PFF. Best place on the net for questions and answers!

Welcome!

EDIT: Not sure why the image tags are not working - I must be doing something wrong. I've posted the links for now.
As requested, here are some pics of when I was bringing her home:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/3...03-24%2014.11.59.jpg

https://www.dropbox.com/s/x...03-24%2014.12.09.jpg

In my garage:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/v...03-25%2014.03.40.jpg

https://www.dropbox.com/s/6...03-25%2014.03.21.jpg

https://www.dropbox.com/s/l...03-25%2014.04.10.jpg

Here's what I'm dealing with...

https://www.dropbox.com/s/v...03-25%2017.26.20.jpg

Notice anything missing??

https://www.dropbox.com/s/d...03-25%2014.03.54.jpg

Oh, and it is INFESTED with these...

https://www.dropbox.com/s/t...04-01%2021.15.52.jpg

[This message has been edited by Mantioch (edited 04-02-2014).]

Pretty! She definitely needs some TLC, but I'm sure we're all excited to see your progress, and of course are all here to help!

quote Originally posted by Mantioch: Not sure why the image tags are not working - I must be doing something wrong. I've posted the links for now.

Welcome. The best way to post images here is to use PIP.

quote Originally posted by Mantioch: EDIT: Not sure why the image tags are not working - I must be doing something wrong. I've posted the links for now.

Yeah, you would need to use [img] tags, but the format of Dropbox won't allow the pictures to show up inline regardless, as the links are to a web page, even though they looks like a direct link to a .jpg file. Also, the [img] tags don't support HTTPS.

I agree with Patrick about using PIP.

[This message has been edited by carbon (edited 04-02-2014).]

Thought I would update on the rehabilitation status. So far, I've:

* Replaced headliner (Fierostore ABS)
* Replaced carpet (Fierostore black)
* Added new Pioneer head unit and amp
* Added Fierostore ABS speaker mounts that go behind the seats
* Added new Pioneer 6.5" speakers to those mounts
* Replaced shift and ebrake boots
* New plugs and wires and coil
* New dew wipes on driver's side
* New IAC, IAT sensors
* New plenum gaskets and steel vacuum hoses
* New shift cable (Rodney)
* New EGR valve
* Dynamat insulation
* Replaced battery terminals and added additional ground straps.
Before:




After:








One of my helpers


Next up:
* Passenger side headlight motor rebuild underway
* Replace steering wheel (already have it - just need to do it!)
* Repair frakked up wiring for A/C and blower
* Replace engine temp sensor
* Replace fan switch at engine
* Replace transmission selector cable
* New ignition control module
* New MAP sensor
* Fix speedo and tach
* New tach filter and possible distributor rebuild
* New seats
* Additional interior upgrades including dash cover and console cover from Fierostore and items from TLG
* Adding additional amp and 8" sub
* Suspension rehabilitation
* Next year - body work and repaint.

You have been busy. VERY impressive for the rehab you have done so far. Looking good. As well as an ambitious list of to do's.

At some point you will need to do the same as I need to do with mine and tackle those dew wipes. It is on also my to do list.