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04-16-2010, 04:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 769
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: 02 ws6 rear swaybar bushing bracket

Yeah I have been on there and asked and so far not very helpful. I have been on here for a while and always had great feedback. Just thought someone might have some idea thank you though.
04-16-2010, 03:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,989
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: squeeking from front tire

My rear wheel on my 02 ws6 has the same problem but it is constant wobble the car does not vibrate. Could it be a bent rim it also squeeks any ideas
04-16-2010, 03:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 769
Posted By Dustin Fitch

02 ws6 rear swaybar bushing bracket

So I know I am a trader lol I sold the 91 firebird and bought a 02 ws6. I've had it a week and noticed the rear end was loose. It was missing a bushing on one side and after a couple days runaround...
Forum: South Central
04-09-2010, 09:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 532
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: for sale 91 firebird

After all the hard work I put into it I hated to see it go I have been around that car for 10 years or more. It has went from one friend to another to me. I had the body almost brandnew looking. But...
Forum: South Central
04-08-2010, 09:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 532
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: for sale 91 firebird

I sold it yesterday sorry
Forum: South Central
04-06-2010, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 532
Posted By Dustin Fitch

for sale 91 firebird

i have a 91 firebird that i have been working on for a little over a year. it is almost finished but i just bought a 02 trans am ws6. so i need room in my garage. i am asking 1000.00 firm. v6 and...
Forum: V6
03-05-2010, 02:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 701
Posted By Dustin Fitch

engine starting problems

so, i have a 91 3.1. I can go out after a couple days and it will start the first time no problem. Yes it has the usual high rev then kind of sputters down but rpms pick right back up. BUT, once i...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-11-2009, 05:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,276
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: New Pistons with stock crank & rods??

that is what i am about to do also. I just picked up an lt1 and all the cylanders are good except for one. so i think i am going to bore it 30 over and just put new pistons in
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-11-2009, 05:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,559
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: block stamp (wrong block got screwed buying?)

thank you all, i really didn't want to sound like a dumb @$$. I knew 5.7 is 350 it just kind of made me second guess myself. I always just seem to have that kind of luck, you know without bad luck i...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-10-2009, 08:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,559
Posted By Dustin Fitch

block stamp (wrong block got screwed buying?)

i bought what should be a lt1 out of a 94 z28. The numbers on the side of the block say 327!!!! when i got it the heads were off and the intake. So i just need to know if i got the shaft and should...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-06-2009, 10:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 521
Posted By Dustin Fitch

new heart for my bird

So i found a lt1 out of a 94 z28 on craigslist and am going to pick it up tomarrow. I am like a kid excited about a new toy. It will still be a while before i have everything to do the swap but at...
Forum: Body
11-04-2009, 07:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: before and after (almost)

so far i haven't used finer than 100, i did use the 400 to smooth out a couple places where i accidently had a drop from the paint but other than that it has came out great. The budy who gave me the...
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 09:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: before and after (almost)

oh and a lot of it has been by hand
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 09:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: before and after (almost)

i just got done working on the hood tonight, not finished with it though. I have been using 100 grit to scuff up the old paint but i make sure it is pretty smooth before i primered it. but yes i have...
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 08:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: before and after (almost)

not really sure, my buddy had them put on over 10 years ago. you can't really see them in the pics but they are filthy. I used some clr on the passenger side front rim and all the scum and tarnish...
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 08:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: before and after (almost)

actually it is primer cough cough rattle can. Once i get an air compressor i am probably going to start all over on the paint but for now it will do the trick. It is garage kept so rust is not really...
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 08:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 888
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: what you guys think

yeah look at before and after post i just reposted this one today because it would not let me repost the pics
11-03-2009, 12:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 630
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: Houston people

i'm down in la porte, and i know exactly what u mean. There is a guy who has the exact same year bird as mine and it is in almost mint condition. Mine still has no hood, front bumper, windshield,...
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: before and after (almost)

and some more, my older posts uh oh better get maaco and what u guys think have the older pics
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 12:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: before and after (almost)

here are some more
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 12:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By Dustin Fitch

before and after (almost)

it has been a while since i have been on. Just showing before and progress so far. I have never done body work bwfore and it is taking me a while since i don't have a lot of time, but here are some...
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 12:09 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,287
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: uh oh better get maaco

this is a repost just so you guys can check out the next thread with newer pics
Forum: Body
11-03-2009, 12:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 888
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: what you guys think

had to repost for you guys to see the pics
Forum: Engine Swap
11-03-2009, 11:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 604
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: 3.1 to tpi350 or lt1

thanks, that is what i figured. I have read all the stickys and have been looking at what everyone has been saying in here for months. I got this car for free about a year ago and have been doing...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-02-2009, 07:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 604
Posted By Dustin Fitch

3.1 to tpi350 or lt1

i just kind of want to know the pros and cons in between the two motors from dificulty installing, price range, and power differences. any input would be helpful thank you,........oh and please don't...
09-22-2009, 08:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 410
Posted By Dustin Fitch

hear tap in fuel rail

I know it is not the fuel line. I have listened to the valve covers and hear no difference but for some reason when i listen to the fuel line on top of the intake i hear the tap very distinctly....
09-07-2009, 10:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 739
Posted By Dustin Fitch

tire rubbing when i turn

i got this 91 fbird from a buddy of mine. I noticed when i got it that the tire rubbed so bad when i got it that it had broke the frame. In fact when i turned the wheel it lifted the driver side of...
06-09-2009, 07:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 451
Posted By Dustin Fitch

turbo 350

A buddy of mine is giving me a 350 block with the turbo350 tranny. I just wanted to know will it fit in my 91 firebird.
Forum: Body
05-09-2009, 08:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 965
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: primer sealer

thanks for the input. I will probably put sealer on it and when it comes down to getting to paint I will probably start all over. THAT SUCKS!!!! Oh well live and learn right.
05-07-2009, 08:16 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,034
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: Official Summer 2009 Houston Area Thirdgen Gathering: Post here!

I'm in. Hoping I have enough finished by then to be drivable. Almost there, but i'm definately down
Forum: Body
05-07-2009, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 965
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: primer sealer

yes the sandable primer
Forum: Body
05-07-2009, 04:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 965
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: primer sealer

you know I tried reading the label last night and couldn't find any specifics. It was just a duplicolor rattle can.
Forum: Body
05-07-2009, 09:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 965
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: primer sealer

well I've already primered the car. I did not take it all the way down to the metal. I just scuffed up what was already there
Forum: Body
05-06-2009, 09:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 965
Posted By Dustin Fitch

primer sealer

If i primered my car with a sandable filler primer, If I'm not going to get the chance to paint it for a little while, do I need to put a primer sealer on it? And if i do, when it comes time to paint...
Forum: Body
04-07-2009, 05:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 427
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: different front clip

where did u get it from? I have a 91 and need a new front bumper
04-05-2009, 10:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 571
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: New to the board....Houston

welcome from la porte, CONGRATS on both of your cars. I too just joined a couple months ago and this site is really helpfull. Any questions just ask and someone will more than likely know the answer....
Forum: Body
02-08-2009, 09:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,870
Posted By Dustin Fitch

bondo or duraglass

A couple of guys I work with swear by a product called duraglass. I'm guessing its a fiberglass based body filler. Anyone heard or used this stuff before. I went on the website and seen another...
Forum: Body
01-30-2009, 07:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,287
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: uh oh better get maaco

here are some more pics from today I started grinding down to see exactly what I'm dealing with
Forum: Body
01-29-2009, 07:51 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,287
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: uh oh better get maaco

hey to each their own
Forum: Body
01-29-2009, 05:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,320
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: A-pillar rust repair

cut and weld!!! Yeah someone told me that once u start stripping things down u wont like what u find
Forum: Body
01-28-2009, 09:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,320
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: A-pillar rust repair

see, I post pics of the rust on mine and everyone freaks out. They were trying to tell me to scrap it, They are crazy. Good luck with yours I'll need it with mine.
Forum: Body
01-28-2009, 09:45 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,287
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: uh oh better get maaco

finaly someone with some sense. That was exactly my thoughts. The hood will eventually be replaced so for now I'll just try to smooth it out til I get the hood I want. As for around the ws, I am...
Forum: Body
01-27-2009, 09:27 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,287
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: uh oh better get maaco

well its a good thing I work with metal everyday and know how to weld. I busted the windshield out last night and got a better look at what I'm dealing with. It is not as bad as I expected. I will be...
Forum: Body
01-25-2009, 01:31 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,287
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: uh oh better get maaco

oh and I was kidding about the whole maaco thing ha ha. I wouldn't let them do this kind of work
Forum: Body
01-25-2009, 01:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,287
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: uh oh better get maaco

all of you want to just give up that easily?!! WOW, this is the only rust on the whole car!!! The rest is in great shape. I will fix it or at least get it fixed if I cant get it done myself. Thanx...
01-24-2009, 08:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 414
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Tattoos for body work

I need some paint and body work done on my firebird and don't really have the tools or expeience to do it, BUT I am a good tattoo artist so if you know of anyone wanting to trade body work for "body...
Forum: Body
01-24-2009, 08:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,287
Posted By Dustin Fitch

Re: uh oh better get maaco

here's some more
Forum: Body
01-24-2009, 08:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,287
Posted By Dustin Fitch

uh oh better get maaco

Even though I got my car free I have openned a can of worms. I found this under my windshield trim and am wondering if I should just get a shop to do the work and paint the car while its there. Any...
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