Hitman's Pontiac Trans Am Forum
Trans Am Photos => Trans Am Photos => Topic started by: xxcody2gunsxx on June 10, 2011, 10:00:28 AM
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Here are some pictures of my 1976 Trans am . thought I'd just share
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lotta hours on that glasswork, no worry about passing another one on the road
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lotta hours on that glasswork, no worry about passing another one on the road
Right?
i think with that said it should be named
THE GLASS BIRD
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IMy taste on the TA's are factory look only, but that's me. I voted Awesome though because of the imagination and effort to build it, you did a great job! Now tell me if you just bought it because I have seen that car somewhere recently online for sale. That is unless there are more than 1.
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IMy taste on the TA's are factory look only, but that's me. I voted Awesome though because of the imagination and effort to build it, you did a great job! Now tell me if you just bought it because I have seen that car somewhere recently online for sale. That is unless there are more than 1.
Yes sir ,I did . the guy I bought it from was selling it in Colorado . called it his baby but didnt know it had front disc brakes and said that it had a holley 750 but was a 600 secondary . said it had a 69 ram air 3 but has a 70 400 with 71 400 heads never the less still awesome . I sold my 1967 camaro to get this Glass bird . i think it was worth it . I love the body work done on it . and the engine in it . also has a his and hers shifter w/a rebuilt Tranny . right now I'm working on the cooling system and brakes .
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Very nice ride. I never liked the cowl hoods on TA's, but with the front facia, this one works. IMHO, needs fender vents, and some kind of marker light ( or something) in the front of the wheel on the fender. ( alot of blank real estate)
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Thought #1: Please do something with the rubber fuel line. That's an accident waiting to happen. Either upgrade to -AN line & fittings OR run some steel line please.
Thought #2: Please do something with that glass filter. It'll break and then you have gas spewing all over a hot engine block. Recipe for disaster.
Thought #3: I appreciate the work that went into it but its not my cup of tea. As long as you're happy with it, that's the main thing.
Thought #4: I'll second Russ...needs marker lights. I prefer other drivers to be able to see my intentions, even if they ignore them.
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It's not my thing, but your hard earned money paid for it so my opinion doesn't matter...
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I too love the original look, but still an ok car :)
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Duly noted about the Fuel lines . thanks for looking out .
and I see how its not everyone's cup of tea as stated by another but I think that's what got me excited about it .
I am not a big fan of the 70's or 80's OR 90's birds or camaros . I lean towards the 60's .
but when I saw this one i thought ,that's exactly what it would take to make it appealing for me .
and I got it for 6,900 bucks .cant go wrong there . it actually has a puck flying through the net where you would have fender vents and I'm thinking of putting fender vents in place of that puck . not a big hockey fan either.
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Actually the fender vents go above the body line.
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i see . thanks
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Not feel'n it man. Needs to be squatted down a good 2" with some 18" rims, and a color change....or at least ditch the flames. Definitely agree it needs fender vents.
Hey, not everyone likes the rims and color on my '76, but every time I take the cover off before a drive, I get that awesome feeling of knowing it's mine. As long as you're happy, that's all that matters. Good for you man!
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Not my cup of tea either but its yours and thats all it matters.Maybe a new paint job and get rid of the flames but thats just my opinion and mine doesnt really count
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ditch the flames?
I'm starting to rethink about this forum. those flames with the racing stripes and the colors representing the first trans am is just a beautiful combination . and guys are saying ditch it ?
I think its best to part ways right here . not the crew I wanna talk too.
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Hope you're not offended man. Each person has their own vision of what their ride should look like. If you're happy with it and consider yourself officially bit by the T/A bug, then you're in the right place. We may not all like what the other has done to their car, but we all share the same passion for these cars. I grew up with the F-body and have loved 'em ever since I was a little kid. While you're car may not be my taste, it doesn't matter because it's your taste that counts. I for one am glad you're here and hope you stick around.
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First off you did ask for our thoughts on the car, but you cant take these comments to heart. Everyone has their own opinion and very few agree ( what would be the fun it that anyways). Some of the guys here are TA purists, and ONLY want the car stock, and some think outside the box. If you read just about any thread about what others think about other cars, the all say " Its your car, do what you like, and makes you happy". I used to get alot of guff about my BB Buick motor, but it didnt bother me, as I made it that way. The only person who has to like the car is you, as you own it. So be happy and drive on fellow TA owner. ;D ;)
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The flames are well done and it's interesting seeing them in blue.
That being said, from my own personal opinion, the flames AND the Rally Stripes are a little over the top. Not saying it isn't well done but that its a bit much to take in. As a whole, the theme was carried off from start to finish.
I'm not sure dropping the car an inch or two would change it much as it looks like the wheels are tucked in there fairly well right now. Dropping the car anymore *might* cause rubbing issues with the tires.
Hopefully you'll stick around as we are a good group of people with a wealth of knowledge on these cars. As mentioned above, you asked for our opinions and they were offered up. If I've offended you, I apologize. I only offered up my thoughts on your vehicle.
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I appreciate the follow ups . i guess I kind of opened the door for this .asking what do you think?
I guess I'll choose my words more wisely next go .
Brain , it is a bit much to take in and for me I wouldn't have it any other way . I guess its a hit or miss with this Trans am . definitely a hit for me .
Like i said before I got rid of my 1967 Camaro to snatch this Trans am . My wife doesn't understand nor do I really but I feel that I came out on top .
the work I have to put into this car I'm looking forward to it . cant wait to get it out on the road again .
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No problem.
BTW: That's (2) demerits....it's "Brian" not "Brain" ;D
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Hope you stick around as there is a great bunch of guys and girls on here that can help with any problems you may have. Your car may not be for everyone but its a bird and it has a home here. I like it as its different,not just another Trans Am! lol
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I like it!!!!!
But, I like custom cars and trucks.
I appreciate craftsmanship.
I respect others vision(s).
Being that I'm absolutely sick in the head about Trans Am's ---- I can see why many wouldn't like it.
Those are the purist. Many of them act like the only Trans Am's that matter are SE, LE, HO and SD Trans Am's.
Do I appreciate the SE, LE, HO and SD Trans Am's? HELL YEAH.
I drool for a '78 Y88.
I drool for a '72 HO.
I drool for a '77 SE.
I drool for a '76 LE.
I drool for a '69 (ANY) T/A
I also drool for Custom/Modified T/A's like yours.
Hell -- I drool for a run down "Yard Bird" rotting away behind barns and beside garages.
I'm so sick in the head about Trans Am's I feel like a little boy when I find a perfect shift knob, steering wheel, center cap, factory un-rashed snowflake. Oh --- and the Honeycombs are in a league all their own.
I trip out over the small details Pontiac had in thier cars Throughout the 60's and 70's.
Get me in a '69 Catalina and I trip out about the wipers, the old indian chief in the dash (brights), the long arrow heads for turn signals and so forth. The Ride of a '76 LeMans is tight. Yeah--- I'm rambling. So what?
I Love Me Some Pontiac Action.
Please stick around and check out the site. The Restoration section is my favorite. That's the craftsman section and I have PURE RESPECT for every members sweat, time and money invested into the Trans Am of their choice. Can't all be the same. Traveling the same raod would be boring. Show your Custom T/A and enjoy.
Welcome to the best Trans Am site!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I don't consider myself a purist. I love the look of factory restored car, but i also like looking at the visions on custom cars. Some I love, some I hate, and some are so so. It would be pretty boring if we all drove around in black t/a's with gold decals wouldn't it.
You can't ask : "Do these jeans make my butt look fat"? , and expect people here to lie to you. If you have a fat a** they will tell you.
Keep in mind those same people will crawl under their car in the gravel just to snap a pic for you. If you need to see how something goes back together. Stick around, and soak up some T/A love.
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ShakerBreaker , That was Awesome . good stuff.
kc79ta , roger that .
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Cody I am personally in love with the stock look of these cars, but the more I look at it the more it grows on me. I like the flashy attention getter look of the bright colors as well. I agree with others though in my opinion it needs fender vents, and maybe some marker lights. I also agree with you and I am personally not feeling the hocky puck either. I do love the detail and hard work that was put into yours as well.
These cars are so much fun to drive so enjoy it, and run the h#*l out of it the way it was ment to be run >:D . The guys on here are full of great knowledge so any questions you have feel free to ask away and welcome to the site!
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I like the car. It's got a look that says "What if TA's were used as IROC cars?". I could go on and on about what I'd do with it but as others have said "It's your car, do what makes YOU happy!"
As far as the forums go you'll find that marque specific forums will have a higher percentage of purist members who when asked will tell you stock is best because thats what they prefer. There is also a lot of members who have their cars modified to varying degrees depending on their preferance. I guess my point is we all play nice and get along. The purists appreciate the work some of us do to modify our cars and the modifiers appreciate the effort the purists put into keeping their cars factory correct.
A lot of us are also members on other forums where modified cars are the focus and your bird would be right at home. I have both types of cars so I'm all over the place ! LOL
Here's a couple links to websites and forums you might like.
http://www.thestreetfighters.com/
http://www.pro-touring.com/forum.php
http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/index.php4
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That car looks good,I wonder how many hours went in to all that pro-touring body work.Are there any mods to the motor. Post pictures of anymore work that you do to it...And thanks for sharing your ride......
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I think it's kinda cool looking, it totally reminds me of all the heavy custom work done to cars in the 70' and 80's I think a whale tail on that thing would look good. then go with a custom white and blue interior with a set of Recaro seats and 5 point harnesses. I hope your thinking about finishing the full customization of the car and really make it one of a kind. I think it could be a total show stopper.
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It's interesting, think it would look cool being all white with OEM decals, your options are open, nice find, have fun with it and enjoy it!!!
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thanks guys for all your thoughts and insights. for the time being i am working out the bugs and gonna enjoy it for a while .
Yesterday I bypassed the leaking heater core until I can figure out how to get that panel off . the body work done to it has made it impossible to do so .
Today I am replacing the drums and rotors and slapping on some new pads . doing a compression test and replacing the plugs and wires .
next week I am replacing the clogged and leaking radiator with a new Aluminum 3 row radiator in hopes that will help cool this hot engine.
Once I get it feeling really good . I'll start thinking about what i want to do with it as far as adding to the custom look .
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dodgeram106
I Really cant tell you exactly whats in there . the guy I bought it from stated this in his description when he was selling it
SHARP LOOKING Trans Am, with Daytona Corvette Front Spoiler, Corvette Turbo Wing, Full Fender Flares and Rocker Panels.
New Custom Paint with Graphics...
ENGINE, 1969 400 c.i. Ram Air III, 10.5.1-0.30 Over TRW Pistons, Super Duty Rods, Steel Crank, Holly 750 cfm Carb, Edelbrock Performer Alum Intake Manifold,Complete Crane Valve Train, Cyclone Headers, Calif Turbo Mufflers.
SUSPENSION, Moroso Trick Springs, Monroe Shocks, Lakewood Traction bars and Safety Loop, 1979 Trans Am Ten bolt Posi-Trac Rear end with 3:73 Zoom Gears. Roll Bar, 5 point Racing Harness seat belts, Transmission just rebuilt400 turbo, His and Hers Shifter. Must See to Appreciate!
I found that its not a 69 ram air 3 but a 1970 400ci
and the Holley was a 600 cfm not 750 .
I took the Holley because the float got stuck and its a good time to rebuild it . I put a edelbrock 1406 600 cfm carb on it for the time being .
the transmission did get rebuilt and has pretty much everything else he said it had .
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Not enough gold for my taste. I can appreciate the creativeness and thought that went into this thing. It's unique. But "unique" or "custom" cars rarely draw unanimous fanfare.
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xxcody2gunsxx, what really worries me is that you decide that this is not the place for you.
It is !
I can remember one poor chap posting on here and getting such a kicking he hasnt been back and thats a real shame, after all, if we all did and had the same it would be very boring !
Im going to stick my head on the block here and say this, 90+ % of the folks here are very much into " stock and factory ", i can appreciate the amount of work etc it takes to make a car " standard " but for me, i prefer modified.
If you look at my 2 cars, they have never been standard from the moment i got them, I love it when i get frowned upon by " Pontiac people " over here, half cant even spot the mods that have been done and some dont even give it a second glance.
I love F bodies, such a beautifull shape.
Mate, if no one modified we wouldnt of had Fire ams, Macho T/a's or even the BRE car, theres alot of talk about not fitting rims that are bigger than standard, but because Year one release 17 and 18" rims its suddenly ok ??
Its your car, to me this forum is a place for Firebird / Trans am lovers, good, bad and ugly........... for those with endless funds and those that struggle.
Thanks for posting the pics and showing another way of appreciating the car.
and for all of those that think im wrong................................ if Herb Adams had designed the body for a racer would you all be feeling the same?
Btw Russ ( Lomileta ) is right, the front fenders do need something to break them up a bit ! lol. But you've been told that already haven't you...................
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That's one wild ride - enjoy it!
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Im going to stick my head on the block here and say this, 90+ % of the folks here are very much into " stock and factory ", i can appreciate the amount of work etc it takes to make a car " standard " but for me, i prefer modified.
I agree with Sir English...my car was a slapped together piece of junkyard refurb when I got it and I didn't really care because I've never met a car/boat/motorcycle/lawnmower...you name it...that I couldn't make better! (or at least I think I made them better! lol).
Now for your ride...well...I'm not a fan of the front fender wrapping the tire so much, but I love the the spoiler and the paint is killa! Enjoy it! It will turn heads!
Rick C.
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Oh and by the way, just in case anyone thinks ive gone soft..............
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No chance.
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I like that . good stuff bud
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^^^ Just dont think that everyone feels and thinks the same, thats all.
oh and by the way, ill explain, im known for posting random pics and a great friendship with Dave.........
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Just ask the Regulars on here......
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Yesterday I bypassed the leaking heater core until I can figure out how to get that panel off . the body work done to it has made it impossible to do so .
IF, and that's a mighty big if due to the amount of body work done on the car, there are stock inner fenders in there and they're mounted the same as stock, then all you need to do is:
1. Remove front tire.
2. Remove all the bolts holding the inner fender to the fender itself.
3. Remove the bolt (towards the firewall) that holds the inner fender to the front subframe.
4. Roll the inner fender foward and you can get it out to gain access to the heater housing.
From there, just unbolt the heater core housing (it's a 2 piece unit so be prepared to open your passenger door, pull the glove box, and start unbolting/screwing things from the inside as well), replace the heater core, and reinstall.
It's a good chore to do it with a stock car - I believe some have reported up to 10 hours of work.
Got some shots of the inner fender so we can see if there's an easier way to do this??
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Brian .
Thanks for the advice for now I'm just bypassing it .
Now I am concentrating on changing the Oil pan gasket . thinking that I have to remove the engine to do so and if I'm gonna do that then I might as well have it rebuilt since its gonna be out .
Ran a compression test on it the other day and got 120 all the way around . healthy I think .but alitte tired .
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Yes you can change the oil pan gasket while the motor is in the car.I did it on mine,remove the motor mount bolts,fan and the distributer cap maybe the whole distributer for more room and jack up the motor..........hope it helps.......
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I LOVE the wheels on this car. I have been trying and trying to find a set but have had no luck. Nice find and nice car.
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I like it.I would make the front tires-rims the same size as the back.
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I too prefer the factory body lines. However, I do kind of like the pro street look you have going on. But like others have said... needs the marker lights on the sides. Just prefer for other people to be able to see from the side after dark. Aside from that... looks good man.
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Well since everyone wants something to cover the space on the side front . i will use that space "Your name here"
lol.
want some advertising ? send a decal or two and I'll slap it on the blank spot there on the front sides ..
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A bit OT but, does anyone know what brand of wheels these are on this car? I dont think they are made anymore, but I dont know what they are called so I cant do an ebay search to hopefully find a used set. Thanks in advance.
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To me they look like " Champ 500 's " with three ear spinners. Made by Centerline.
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guess cody didnt like it as much as he thought
http://transamcountry.com/community/index.php?topic=45298.msg402946;boardseen#new
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Just my .02
I'd lose the flames. It's just a bit TOO much for the car, at least for me.
As for the rest of the car, I think it's pretty slick myself. I'd be terrified to drive it in case I hit a bump and cracked any of that beautiful glasswork, but I myself think it's a very sharp ride.
Gunner
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Just looked at the thread thanks Hada76.
i wonder why its not been posted here?.................lol.
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Yeah I just posted over there with links to the work cody did when he owned it. Might help the sale although the post there said the hood flew off during a test drive and cracked the hood & windshield.
Personally, if I were to buy it, I'd cut all that fibreglass stuff off as its not my taste. I like the hood though so I'd probably keep that if it were repairable.
I'd also love to see some interior shots of the engine compartment as I wonder how hacked that is. I'd hope it'd be original so that it could be de-tunerified.
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I'd also love to see some interior shots of the engine compartment as I wonder how hacked that is. I'd hope it'd be original so that it could be de-tunerified.
Take a look at the first post first pic. ;)
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Doesn't show that much. Need to see from the underside to see how those front fenders and nose are connected to the rest of the car and inner fenders.