I Bought the Cheapest LS Swapped Muscle Car on the Internet! It's SO TERRIBLE!!
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- Опубліковано 4 чер 2023
- While doing my regular browsing of Marketplace I came across a very modestly priced 1979 Firebird that had been LS swapped. After talking to the owner, I knew it was a bit off a cobbled up project but after some cleaning it really isn't that bad. If you'd like to own the car as shown in this video it can be yours for $5,500. As always, thanks for watching!
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Wow well Mortske, I couldn’t finish this one. No I wasnt entertained, actually I was disappointed in your presentation. It was minute after minute of you trying to make the previous owner look like a hack mechanic and fool. First off you need to remember MANY people out there dont have the deep pockets,resources, and knowledge you have. I’m not condoning sketchy builds or dangerous operation. But it seems your direction and purpose here was to humiliate the person(s) who put it together. I would have expected you to show ideas and how to run numbers to identify the LS series engine and the performance level it is. Also swap ideas and options, THAT I would have found entertaining. This was not a good video from you, remember your the same guy who reuses head gaskets and mix matches parts to make unsafe junk run up and down the road, that could be very dangerous to the public to which you share the roads you drive on. Then you make an entire video to showcase a lesser quality build thats not up to your standards. Yes many things are wrong and questionable, but what if these people were watching YOUR videos to learn?? I know many many people who started out doing what they could with what they had and over time it gets better with bigger budgets and more knowledge some of which they get from videos on the UA-cam……Dude seriously not a fan of this video, you have more class than this Mortske cmon.
Well since our previous pinner bowed out you get to provide today’s entertainment. May the odds ever be in your favor!
I agree with the last comment. You have more class than him, Mortske 😂
You must be who he bought it from!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
What you are saying is you are offended on behalf of the builder of the car. Do you think that is necessary?
The hackery on this car is damn near artistic, I'm betting the builder thought the alternator thru the hood was cool because he could tell folks it's a turbo...all this build needs is a gas powered leaf blower zip tied to the hood for a forced air induction!!
Remember as long as you're having fun it doesn't matter how the dude got it done lol 😂😂
It does if it's unsafe and I'm trying to drive it
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I really like this channel.what more do you need.dawgs, cars Sammies good times. Is it limited slip .🤓✌️🪘👽🍺
I be afraid of that rubber glove for a gromet one peice of glove sucked in no telling what it will clog up
This rig makes my stuff look like it’s a Pebble Beach build.
I guess you could call it the Fireturd 💩 🤷♂️
More like the "firehazard"
@@dustinwilson1981 lmao
Fireturd for the win
Perfect for going to taco bell
@@g.sanders6916 it's even purple matches the building 💀😈
Oh I’m impressed with this one. She runs pretty damn good for all the half ass butchery. Definitely worth the parts. Imagine building and boosting that thing. Could be an epic burnout car!
The thing that I really enjoy about the xxxtra long mortske videos, is I can start watching on Monday, and with how many times I gotta stop to help the kids/wife, I get to continue enjoying the video all through the week so I don't get bored in my "free" time!
When you wire the fans to key power, they will generate power when you shut the car off and they wind down. That’s why the engine doesn’t shut off right away. It’s trying to run on the power generated by the fans.
Another great episode!! I was thoroughly entertained!!
AND…I commented too soon. Should have known you’d figure it out.
It’s an impromptu hybrid!!
That exact thing happened with my Mopar. I couldn't turn it off!
I generally hate it when guys rag on someone else's work, we all have different abilities, and wrenching is wrenching in my book. HOWEVER, this is awesome! And, actually learning a bit of what not to do and why. Good stuff Mortske! "BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!" Bwahahahaha
Glad you got an education today!
Just wanted to drop you a line and say I love your channel / love what you do! I have watched just about every one of your videos, and most of them more than once. There are a lot of people doing what you do, but only you and Derek are, in my opinion, truly entertaining. It's all about the personality of the "guy" that make the videos worth watching. Please keep up the good work and please don't change. Sincerely, Don
Wow, thank you!
Please give Matt the time he deserves , I could listen to him for until the end of time. Thanks for the podcasts guys. I’d love to hear his thoughts on extending compounding cycles with with water
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Duff went from enjoying the scenery to being slightly concerned for his life real quick.
I was seeing that to, it doesn't seem to be very often that Duff tucks tail on a ride either.
About 1:58 It was hilarious.
It was the way his daddy was driving.
this car epitomizes "crude, but effective" (mostly crude) in that it actually starts and moves (barely) under its own power. Yeah there are a TON of areas for improvement (pre Mortske) but, still it actually started and ran.... which is higher class than the usual "stuff" that Mort tries to get cobbled together enough to run as well as this did right at the start..... that said, the dude that built it seriously needs to up his game for round 2
Dude had his step mother hand it off to you and the car looked exactly how I thought it would after hearing that.
The oil catch cans are useful on modern direct injection turbo engines. This mitigates the build up of coking deposits on the back side of the intake valves by filtering the blow by gases through the catch can first which are then recirculated into the intake runner. Deposits to the back side of the intake valves from the recirculated crank case gases is a major issue with direct injection gasoline engines.
I'd say, take it all apart and start over. It could be a good car if you take time. And I know if anyone can do it, you can. We all have faith in you.
I agree with this. It is not a terrible car if it is disassembled and redone in a correct manner. My non-expert opinion would be to take it down to "frame-off" and do this rare
vehicle justice by creating a very nice resto mod out of it. But, since you do not seem to like Trans Am....I would say, just pass it on. Sadly, it's potential will never be realized.
It did not turn out half bad. Just goes to show how a little work can go along way.
they had the hard work done
A mortski don’t ever change, so what do you want to you do a great job nobody’s perfect I love your show keep pushing on
Based on the swap job and your description of its smell I would call it the Turd Bird 😂
haha
I’m down with TurdBird or as above, FireTurd. It’s definitely a hot deuce of a rig. And definitely not solid. 🤢
Maybe Holy aka "Holey" Bird.
@@MortskeRepair hey mort! I know a guy in Selby SD that has a tubing bender in his shop. He wants to sell it since he no longer does exhaust. If you are interested I could hook you up...
@@americanpatriot3638ya I was supposed to go to a wedding there this weekend! Send us an email with the info! Thanks!
This whole engine is like one big temporary repair kind of repair to get you home on!
Excellent point on that TTotD. My old man was doing some welding. We ended up having lunch at the shop that day - and good thing! "Anybody smell smoke?" One of the benches in the back of the shop was smoldering and by the time I came in one leg was in flames. Scrambled for the hose and put it out. No damage, but it definitely makes you think about what could've happened.
Love the content I live in Florida appreciate you mortske been a mechanic for 25 years recently found out that I have an autoimmune disease that I was born with a knock me out of work fighting for disability it's nice to watch your videos pastime in life
Hey mate, thanks
This has got to be one of the best Mortske episodes, haven't laughed this much in a while😂.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for another great Mortske Monday! Thanks Chin for the editing work! 🐾🍺
no amount of editing can polish the turd that this car is/was
My grandad uses a couple rubber snakes to keep birds from flying into the shop when the doors are open. Set em on the ground near the open shop doors and it keeps them scared away, he's done this at all his shops my whole life and I've never seen a bird fly into his shop. Kinda like little shop scarecrows.
Man that thing is a hot mess, love watching you knock out the issues one by one! And I am learning a bunch thanks!
Thanks for watching!
This makes my LS swap look like a masterpiece. Mine is just a truck motor with the truck oil pan and intake in a 1988 cadillac. A/C is also a pretty easy to do
Another outstanding show, thank you for the education yet again. I know the guys in Florida who have been building the Bandit tribute cars were trying to buy up any good t-tops they could find it might be worthwhile sending an email to them and see if they are still looking for them. I hope you know about these guys as they are doing some pretty good stuff. Anyway, all the very best from Scotland.
I recently acquired a 64 fairlane and immediately re-did the electrical under the hood - I found 171 zip ties under the hood. I used split nylon wiring loom wrapped with heat/abrasion resistant tape, and have just six zip ties now.
Good safety Talk--along with a good watch. Dont be afraid to smile a little more.
In the words of Scott at Cold War Motors "It's rare and no one cares.." All kidding aside, if course you had to buy this thing.. Could be very fun cruiser for the summer.. Thanks for the episode!
He’s a witty guy
Good shop safety tips, I have had a 76 C10 since the early 90's and have touched just about every mechanical aspect. Chasing a fuel gauge electrical issue I had never been into the engine bay wire harness, and wow I found some sketchy stuff that reminds me of that T/A. First thing I did was unhook the battery until I go over the rest of the wiring, surprised I haven't had other issues.
Mine was grounding issues. Hope helps good luck
@@ronaldrey8474 My gauge and sending unit tested good, ran a jumper wire from sending unit to gauge and worked fine. That's when I opened up the wire harness from firewall running behind the engine. Which gave me some surprise sketchy wiring issues from previous owner, twisted and taped wire connections and butt connectors with wire pulled out(fuel gauge) to sending unit.
Finally! I spotted that trans am next to your shop a few videos ago. I’ve been waiting for it. Never mind what the jerk before me said. We watch your show Mortske, to hear what YOU think. Keep doing what you do man. 👍👍🙂
Honestly just removing the AC and bs wiring improved things drastically lol. This is pretty cool. These sorts of projects require patience. Lots of folks don't have it.
I remember these cars. Silver/gray with a large black firebird across the hood. Can't remember if the bird was in the paint or if it was a decal. Awesome TA for the TA crowd. Awesome buy regardless how it goes putting it on the road.
decal I'd imagine
I've done a few of these swaps and it will fit fine without hacking the hood, even with the truck oil pan and intake. My wife daily's a 1978 bird that I swapped 4 to 5 years ago
Good to know!
That truck oil pan would be hangin' LOW tho, first decent speed bump or railroad track jump you're knocking the bottom out of it... I mocked mine up with the truck pan and it sits in there fine but pan was a good 2-3 inches below the crossmember. ASKING to be cruched.
I've got a 79 transam I'm planning on putting an LS in. I've read and seen alot of pictures on the forums, I never knew how high that engine sets in the bay till this side view in the video.
I'd like to retain the shaker (obviously custom fitted to hood). I know theres always the big cowl 454 hood for these but I'd reather not. Maybe I'd have more room up top the LS with a carburetor and its intake manifold..😁
Also pretty sure I've seen a aftermarket fbody oil pan for these swaps.
@@motov8-garage832 In the vid the previous guy has it sitting WAY higher than needed to help clear that low AF oil pan. a proper setup with the f body or swap oil pan would have it quite a bit lower.
@@MortskeRepair Good name would be ziptie bandit
I love seeing u having fun and enjoying ur self driving fast please do another episode with this car.this was my favorite episode great content mortske
I love the guy that put this swap together!
Most things to look for on a LS swapped vehicle is the Fuel system verify the tanks using the proper PSI pump and runs a filter before the pump... Look for the transmission electrical harness too. f they bypassed it you have to plugin the OBD port and verify it has been disabled along with the checking its RPM Limiter I am bettin he has the Limiter set prob to its default still... Hence the reason its surges and revs Up & Down sparatically under heavy acceleration... Always check the electrical grounds.. Verify it has at least 2 gauge min on all of the cables... As you said one neg to the battery to the engine one small one to a steel inner fender of back to firewall an engine ground from head or intake to firewall too... You dont always need engine to frame ground too unless it is running a aftermarket ECU & ignition kit.. Edelbrocks Etc... Last thing I would check is to make sure they haven't tinkered with injectors and if they have it will need to have the ECU flashed for more PSI and possibly Fuel flow GPM's.... Make very sure the ECU is gettin a tach signal so it knows when it has to hit its shift points and knows its rev limiter limits... I have done a few LS swaps in different vehicles over the yrs & wanted to pass that on to ya Mortske Man... Take er easy.... "Cracks open a sammch"
It would be so cool to use the LS in another project,and restore this back to stock with an old school carberated big block, 400 V-8
That's what I was thinking!
Remember the real Pontiac motor not the junk 403 Oldsmobile was only with a 4 speed. The Oldsmobile had a 200 R4 which isn't good for a big block
Great to see you have some fun, and not have to lose the shop to make her run! Duff was not really enjoying the donuts, but he probably likes eating them. Thanks for entertaining us and the effort that it takes!
I like it, if only that purple paint would shine up! Great video as usual Mortske keep up the good work, funny when you give it some beans and duff looks at you like really.
I'm happy enough with the video I just wanted to mention it looks like a number 12 wire but spliced to a number 14 but yes you would still use the 1210 connector. They're awful big I think for thicker insulation wire. Lot of times I want something clean and I will trim 5strands off a number 12 wire and use it in a 14/16 butt splice
Glad to hear it, will do!
All the hard work done with the LS swap - little rust = Good Deal. All the Zip ties & a Ripper... I'd call It "Zippie" Very Good Video Mortske
Great video Mortske! Just my two cents on what to do with it if no one buys it, turn Mojo loose on making some better motor mounts, fix some of the piddly stuff, put some license plates in the floor and just drive the snot out of it.
Great video. I'm glad you posted keep them coming thanks
Thanks, will do!
Sup bro, first video i ever saw of yours. Not really into muscle or American cars but i do love cars and i love your humor and the entertainment. I subbed! Thanks for the awesome video bro.
Thanks for the sub!
You might check the driver's side rear brake rotor for overheating. Maybe a stuck caliper and not smoking tire. Just a guess. Both tires spun and one shouldn't be hotter than the other.
Good tip on torch safety! Did a lot of work in local paper mills years ago, There was no 'hot work done in the last 1/2 hr before shift end. Fire prevention! Also had a man on fire watch for obvious reasons.
Heck ya
Ah, Mr. Mortske, another excellent show! At least now you have a lot of extra wires 😂. I have a name for your new acquisition, "Purple Parts Eater".
Keep churning out the quality programming we all know and love.
It’s a shame that was a nice ass car at one time. Too bad people have hacked it up and destroyed it
But in all fairness these cars weren't that great from the factory....well as far as squeaks, rattles, handling, and performance anyways. The screaming chicken decal was ugly to but the 9 year me liked it back in 1979.
@@richardbaumgart2454 hey hey be nice. They may not have been the fastest cars stock , but you just can’t beat driving around with the t-tops off . In all fairness they can be made to go fast you just have to really strengthen 5he frame and do some o5her work just like any other car of the era
@@icantsaywhat yeah I had a '71 Camaro RS that I had running mid 11's but it was 100% solid, no rust, and no frame connectors! Living life on the edge lol...didn't handle...didn't stop, it looked nice.
Probably some young person learning the mechanics and hacking, some people shouldn't paint or do mechanics!
Camaro's firebirds Trans Am that share the same chassis and body Style as Trans-Am, it's just a more luxurious Firebird. all share the same chassis and body still first year of Camaro 67, first year of Firebird 67 , they're literally the same for decades. Great Pony cars!.
The challenge: Can a car be built using nothing but things Mortske hates?
Definitely
@@MortskeRepair THEN DO IT SIR MORTICUS!!
Cragars?!
easy peasy
A ford?
Enjoyed your video. I bought a new "79 Trans Am with the 403 Olds. Nocturne blue with T-tops. Great car. Wish I still had it.
sweet
I know I don’t know much about mechanics but, it amazes me that you got that torch that close to the engine without catching something on fire , it being that close to gaseous vapors and all…
Nahhhhh
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I would take the LS for another car and then throw the original 350 or 400 back in it with the factory wiring harness. Since it is a bit rare might be nice to restore it back to stock. Could be worth a bit to the right buyer.
The money you would spend restoring this thing, you could buy a completed one, and a beater for winter.
This car is gone bud, unless the owner had sentimental value there’s no point restoring it
@@MrZenapher That maybe so. If there was someone with the skills and desire to save it, it might be possible. Then again it might not. The cost to replace the missing parts needed to restore it may indeed be too high. Just thought it might be worth a more in depth evaluation. But, you may be right.
Hey buddy I had a 77 98 olds with a 350 V8 and 400 Turbo and it was Baby Blue. I love that old car and it had cruise control
Great Video Thanks Mortske and Chin
Our pleasure!
I would pull the LS, save that for a future swap, and stuff a 454 in it, using Camaro parts.
Brent's been getting so much love since the fire ❤ Edit: The little old lady across the street from me has a silver 77-78 Firebird. Base model, no spoiler, 305 Chevy. I think it's been repainted and just a nice driver. Probably still worth a bit, especially since she rarely drives it. I've thought about making a video talking to her about it, but it would probably suck lol.
Ah, the old Jim Rockford tribute car trick. Now available in silver!
The Purple Nurple. Smoked the tires. Totally diggin it!!
I'd have some fun with it then when the right frame & body comes along yank the motor & drivetrain out swap it over the front end too ! You got a great deal at $3500.
love the history video's
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Could call it Grimus lol. I like it a great deal minus some of the obvious issue's. Definitely want to see it live on in whatever manner you could make possible, just looks like a fun ride! Great content as always!
I like it!
I love the idea of twin turbos! Be cool to see your take on it!
More to come!
How about calling it the "Slams Am" since it can "slam it down" 😂 Would make a good burn out car to take to Cleetus and Cars. With a few more mods, of course. Thanks for sharing Mort! 😎
Your “Norm McDonald-Esque” comments of what I’m calling The Vehicular Homicide Car project is hilarious! Love the content & Yes, we are entertained….
Hahaha
The 1980 turbocharged v8 Indy pace car firebirds also had front and rear disc brakes. A friend of mine in high school had one for a couple years.
Plumb crazy,like the G.T.O. first thought when I saw the color. She's good. Thanks again Mortsky 👍 👍
Call it the "Purple Heart" It has been through many battles and still has war wounds. Can it be restored to good health . . hmmm, maybe it should be parts donor. Good video! I found it very entertaining and insightful.
Glad you enjoyed it
Loved it, very entertaining!
Drop it loooow, rattle can matte black, full on Max Max mobile!
Hell ya !!!!!! I Love this thunder Chicken !!!!!! Please keep is posted on it....
A+ great job, love the long videos!! I thought i hacked things together, man that was WOW. Good job making it somewhat... bearable.
Hit it with your purse again! LOL
Glad you enjoyed it!
Brother, I just found your channel. You are hilarious!!!! I love it.
Welcome aboard!
That look in Duff’s eyes! I’m in danger! 😂
no doubt
I was watching one of your Silverado repairs when they got that big Muffler like that their 350 with all due respect love watching your show
Just wanted to say HI and try to help out your channel.
Keep up the great work, and as always, be safe in your adventures.
A friend from Wilmington, Ohio.
Thanks for that!
Gives me so much hope for the all original 85 t/a I just wasted 3k on.
Good luck
There's holes in the floor. First priority, put new wheels on it. Truly a man of my own heart😄
Very true!
Duff went into survival mode for the donuts ! Ole zip tie is a ripper !!
Like the safety tip. Lost my shop in 19 to a battery charger. No torch or welding. Went inside to grab lunch 50 feet away and came back and it was rolling.
They scare me
Keep that 79 trans am it is the boss I'm telling you I had a 77 it was off the chart I bought it brand new in August of '76 Love that car and it was just like yours with the LS but I had the 400 6.6
thanks
Hey mate, thanks
Great content 👍 guys, thanks for sharing 😊.
Our pleasure!
Great video man put a little time in it and have fun make memories your awesome
Thank you, I will
I owned two 1979 10th anniversaries. Sold both in eBay. 😢 I wish I could afford one again. I've done a LS1 in a 86 Trans Am I also sold on eBay. As soon as i saw it with the front wheels, the Trans Am fenders, wheel flares, and the interior door panels - I had flash backs. Note this wasn't a "ram air" car. The 6.6L came factory with the shaker hood. And I'm doing a 5.3 in my 87 Trans Am now. This is so awesome to see. Mortske please sell me this on the low 🥹 I just want the body.
Could be yours!
I'm liking that Little Build. I'm with you put some floor pans in it hell put that hood back on it that was the best part I'd probably throw some square tubing in there enough to where I could open it up stepping it up a little bit maybe put some round bar around it so it'll hold in shape looks like it needed some outer rockers on it I find me a couple used seats those new seat covers over the front same color just fix the odds and ends on it that's a nice little car something fun for the weekends maybe a car show
That firebird put me mind of Monte Carlo I bought ls swapped sadly I didn’t pull mine home tried driving it home motor let go 3 miles from the house but I have harness block once I get $$$$ I’m going ls swap a good chassis
Hey mate, thanks
Excellent video Mortske Repair :) also nickname this Firebird car Purple Plum Special and yes entertaining always to on every video you do too! I know years ago the 400 V8 used original in these car my late Cousin John had in his 1982 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS plus rebuilt 700SR 4speed Overdrive Automatic transmission with Shift Kit, use 390 rear end gears posi also motor was dual exhaust too ! Hood Scoupe one on the one from Firebird with Square box air cleaner in warm weather Seasons with different hood and in Winter Season put Round air breather plus orgnail hood too ! Funny part so nobody steal he put metal toggle switch on fender so key ignition switch turn over , he ran gauge needles type for Fuel tank , Voltage, Oil pressure , Temperature and rest orgnail one for lights on choke disconnected because no electrical choke on carb was interesting car back then too ! Also save Engine also Transmission for project vehicle Mortske :) and rest need for ! Long Time was lots people used jump vechiles single lane Bridge goes over river at fastes speed going north or south in trucks or cars of these years like Firebird! Also in 2005 got stopped by local cops because some car didn't make and broken up 1/2 did planning right too ! Was not mine and but I know person also was car too! Also Mortske nice nickname my Teacher Auto Mechanics shop classes in high school years ago used call these cars Torque Amplifier GM Muscle Ones! Bet understand why too ! Also White Wedding is Billy Idol and The Stroke is Billy Squire !!
I had a 77 Trans Am with a 400, back in the late 80s. Good times! 👍🏻
Awesome
Oh that poor car. And I mean everything that was done before you got it. You only made it better. It reminds me of an 88 Ranger 5.0 swap I purchased for the engine. It was so badly hacked together and cut up that the frame flexed at the passenger front suspension when you leaned on the fender. All to clear some 70s cast iron manifolds....with a 91 Mustang engine in it.
Oh I can absolutely see why he didn't want to be there when you picked it up. What a piece of work.
Bahaha
Beautiful trans am painted my favorite color!😍💗💗
That was a Silver Anniversary ! Csn tell by the embroidered eagles on the doors and seats, and the way it is !
I believe Brent has turbo'ed an LS before. Might make for a good collab.
Thoroughly enjoyed this episode
Glad you enjoyed it
Hey Mortske: Not your worst buy of Muscle cars and it'll eun and drive with some success and it's Duff approved... From the home of PB Blaster and Permatex... Cleveland, Ohio,,,, Worth a few sammitches,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Hey mate, thanks
I have owned my 78 Trans Am since 1991 and back in my teens I had a glorious Mullet hanging out the T Tops. 😂
Very nice
Great video! Funny about people not spelling your name correctly. At least they aren't spelling it backwards...lol!
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Mortske Repair Friend i would like to see you save this rare Pontiac Trans Am, with the LS Swap, and fix her up the right way ,she would be a cool Project when done right 💪💪😃😃🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍👍👍👍👍
That oil pan looks like an LH8 Hummer H3 unit. Those are shorter than the factory truck pans and are commonly used in GMT400 or squarebody swaps. The bell housing on the H3 trans is different than other 4L60s, hence the mismatched oil pan bolt.
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You said it best CHOP IT UP ! If not it could be a NICE build! 10th anniversary! 👍🏽 ive had my 88 10th anniversary RX-7, for 25 YEARS! 1 of 1500 ! 700 in usa , on registry page and other sites ,guess down to like 300-400 left as of 2022... Yes this is Entertaining for sure!!!😅
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Oh, my dear Lord, I love this car. 4:15 in and I'm in LOVE! I don't have 2 hours right now to watch this but I am home with the 2 year old (my little Lucy) anyway I know what we're watching after gymnastics!! I had a '79 firebird in primer gray over the ugliest blue you could have seen. 305, AC auto boring as the day is long, but BUT that was my first F body and ooh did I love that car. I was 18. Yeah.. so.. I'm hot and bothered for this one, thank you Mortske!
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17:37 I always check the TV cable bracket for the transmission, especially if it's been swapped to an Edelbroken. If it doesn't pull the perfect amount of cable, the slushbox will self destruct in -8,000 miles. (Also I check if the trans/bellhousing is perfectly straight or the flexplate will develop cracks)
Good to know