my dads 1969 firebird 400 convertable with factory hurst 4speed positraction and factory hood tachometer...is still in the family and nicely restored...my brotherlaws turned down many a 50k offer for her
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my dads 1969 firebird 400 convertable with factory hurst 4speed positraction and factory hood tachometer...is still in the family and nicely restored...my brotherlaws turned down many a 50k offer for her
YUM! I have some friends who restored a 1968 Firebird a few years ago. The black paint job is so over-the-top perfect and glossy that it's hard to photograph. Once they finish their '78 Trans Am SE, they will probable convert the '68 from "original" to "slightly modified." They rarely drive the '68 because a black car in Oklahoma isn't really drivable without air conditioning during much of the year (oops). Plus they kept the inline 6 with the 2 speed Powerglide transmission. People often look at it say, "I bet that does one heck of a burnout" and Edie's response is "Uhhhh.... no, it's almost impossible to break traction." They have a spare 400 & the appropriate hood stored and waiting for some TLC. :)
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6126/...6ebb9eb4_b.jpg
pops was white and still is...but the rarer convertable...his does and always did sit much lower than the one pictured
besides what I previously listed as currently owned; past rides included:
2006 Jeep SRT8
2005 Chrysler Crossfire SRT6
1969 Dodge Charger SE
1975 Bricklin #2745 owned for 18 Years
1967, 1968 and 1969 Plymouth Barracuda's notch and fast backs
2003 Caddy Escalade
1989 Audi 5000 Quattro Turb
1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Supercharged
1964 Corvette 327/365HP 4-Speed
1974 Corvette 454 Custom
1970 Pontiac GTO
besides what I previously listed as currently owned; past rides included:
2006 Jeep SRT8
2005 Chrysler Crossfire SRT6
1969 Dodge Charger SE
1975 Bricklin #2745 owned for 18 Years
1967, 1968 and 1969 Plymouth Barracuda's notch and fast backs
2003 Caddy Escalade
1989 Audi 5000 Quattro Turb
1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Supercharged
1964 Corvette 327/365HP 4-Speed
1974 Corvette 454 Custom
1970 Pontiac GTO
1967 Firebird 400
1888 Mustang GT Convertable 5-Speed
do surfboards and bicycles count?
Keep that OHC motor in there! You can hop those puppies up pretty good, throw a 4spd behind it and shock alot of people. Not sure if the company is still selling products but there was a stroker kit out there for the Pontiac 250ci OHC motor, they make camshafts for them, headers, intake manifolds etc. I loved my old 250, plus I like that "WTF" look when you pop the hood :bwgy: They had provisions for cross-bolted mains, a super stout bottom end stock. I want to build a turbo version, there is a supercharged Sprint 230ci motor on the web, minor mods (all things considered) and making 411hp!!Quote:
Originally Posted by RickOKC
http://image.highperformancepontiac....led_engine.jpg
Article:
http://www.highperformancepontiac.co...ged/index.html
He could have went with a better blower, efi, better camshaft would EASILY gain some power. Just shows the potential of those engines. I think it'd be neat to shove one in a 3rd gen :)
2004 Dodge 2500 diesel
1988 Ford F250 diesel
1990 Honda civic
1997 VX 3.2
2007 Mercedes SL 500
1971 Triumph Spitfire MKIV 1296 TC
1970 Triumph Spitfire MKIV Custom Sprint Large Block Straight 6 TC
2007 Peugeot Partner 2.0 HDI
1987 Yamaha TY175
2004 Porsche Cayenne
1999 VX
1991 Acura Legend LS (was project car, now parting)
1991 Acura Legend LS (haven't decided whether or not to keep it)
2008 E90 M3
Well, finally ditched the 300GT. It's a shame really since it went to Pick-A-Part but could've probably been saved (just got frustrated with working on it). The list is now:Quote:
Originally Posted by tom4bren
00 Proton
03 Eclipse (my DD)
04 Eclipse Conv (Wifey's DD)
09 Coachman Concord (Our 401K plan - that's what's on the plates)
96 (SPX), 97 (XP), 06 (Sportster) SeaDoos
Updated:Quote:
Originally Posted by AK VX Lvr
1999 VX Ironman
2000 Monte Carlo SS
1995 Honda CBR600 F3
2003 Corvette C5 LS-1
Scion xa 2006 (Wife's) :( even typing that leaves a bad taste in my mouth
BMW 325I 1984 (mine)
(and the VX is also mine) EPIC WINNING
2010 Triumph Street Triple R
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...m/StripleR.jpg
bar end mirrors
Osram Nightbreaker headlight bulbs
Triumph fairing
T-Rex racing spools
Pazzo Racing brake/clutch shorty levers
Michelin Pilot Road 2 tires
The bike averages out my owned vehicle mileage to about 38 mpg lol. First tank in the VX got 15, all short trips around town so far.
I've had my VX now for just over a week and have polished the headlights, fixed the driver window slow/seal issue (widened the track and lubed with silicone spray), added a small piece of felt to the larger recess in the center console (in front of the "cup holder"), cleaned the Dragon air filter, mounted my cell phone for nav and music access, and had just a blast driving it. Also, every day someone asks what it is (it is debaged) and some have been very disappointed that they can't get one. All have been impressed by its condition and styling. Next weekend I am taking her up to my brother-in-law's cabin in the mountains north of Silverthorne, CO. My first chance to take her off-road!
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/2/IMAG00431.jpg
I would like to paint or otherwise redo the front of the hood. I've seen some nicely done jobs on the pics on this site. Need to think about that some more. If you're in the Front Range of Colorado and want to meet up for a VX meet/off-road run, send me a message.
It may not line up very well with the black painted around your headlights, but this may be an option:
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...light=magnabra
See post #6.
So I looked at the Magnabra thread, the clicked through to a thread about a custom painted bra...and was looking at my VX (formerly Bimati's).
Maybe I'll just buy another can of the same stuff and redo the black, complete with pencil/paper clip digital measuring device :)
I have a very dusty, black 1992 GMC Typhoon (0117) and a ho buncha junk.
Currently building a 12'x9' insulated cabin/workshop in the back garden in which to finally rebuild the 4.3L GM V6 turbo after 4 years which is all still in the kitchen!
Outside the garage is a 2001 Phat Red/Black Smart Fortwo 599cc and the Vx.
In a disowned neighbour's garage one away from mine, is my 1997 MkIV Supra TT VVTi Tiptronic in 1B9 silver/grey paint which is for sale in the U.K.
In the kitchen??? You must not be married. :rotate:Quote:
Originally Posted by Monstertrucker
Bart
No way could I afford to keep a woman happy with my many and various toys and hobbies.Quote:
Originally Posted by nfpgasmask
I built 2 high end gaming pooters and 7 custom T/E-Maxx monster trucks after I left the last one!
She wanted to go out for a meal every night and resented cooking, even for herself! Apparently it demeans them in some way, or so they've been brainwashed to believe by the leftist politically 'correct' media.
Had me washing up and driving her about like a chauffeur. I think it's the English upbringing where they are read fairy tales before bedtime as children and actually expect men to turn up in shining armor on a frickin' Unicorn!
I'm not bitter about it though.
Naaa, mate, I think most of them are like that. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Monstertrucker
Bart
You mean you have Unicorns in The States too? :pQuote:
Originally Posted by nfpgasmask
What colour are they? Ours are white with silver manes. Btw, never play leapfrog with one when you're tired. ;)
2000 proton vx
1993 mazda rx7
2010 ford focus
2007 can am renegade
2008 can am renegade
1997 silverado dually (40K),,,,,1990 25' arriva w/454............1983 16' carlson CVX, not shown, (james bond jumping boat)
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da.../IMG_00373.JPG
2008 Infinity G37S (50k)
2006 Bourget Python (1800k)
2001 VX (2nd One) (77k)
Would you happen to be one of those people who ordered the G37S in ALL bright red interior? lolQuote:
Originally Posted by rpoulton
I also have in addition to the 99 Ironman VX, a 2011 Tundra TRD Sport, black, downgraded to 18" rims instead of 20"s, a 2006 Impreza STI, fully built, my valve covers are stock. The wife drives an 05 Boxster S.
Down sized to two cars. This is the reason for my VX purchase. Needed something sporty with awd that can haul stuff and pull a small trailer.
1999 VX
2005 Audi A4 1.8T Quattro
Good choice! Yes, the Audi can do all that and more! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by FenderBender
LOL... you are right the VX is for me....:pQuote:
Originally Posted by Cobrajet
Where on gods green earth were these taken...:confused:Quote:
Originally Posted by PlasticSun
Sumatra?...or is there a little known corner of CO where bananas grow in such profusion...:laughing:
Sweet 2 wheeler...:yesgray:
Yeah, that looks very "adventure-ish". I hear about folks riding from here to Mexico, here to Alaska. I can't imagine that! I've only gone a few hundred miles from home.
Nah a little closer to CO than that, :) first was down in Nicaragua, the second was in Belize near Placencia. We bought our VX after coming back from a year on the road. If you feel like reading the story of the trip we've got it up at our blog here: http://2wheels2boots.com/leaving-is-...merica-week-1/Quote:
Originally Posted by Ldub
Fun fact: The Old Grey Mare (motorcycle) has more miles on her than our VX.
Quote:
Originally Posted by PlasticSun
HOLY MOLY :freek: Reminds me of "Lois on the loose" by Lois Pryce. Saw her speak at the 1st Overland Expo in '98 or '99. She gave a speech and slide show on her trans-continental expedition on motorcycle. She did the Americas -Alaska to the tip of South America-, and also did trans-Africa.Quote:
Originally Posted by PlasticSun
http://loisontheloose.com/book.html
Your bike looks even more prepared for that type of journey than hers! :thumbup: Great website too!
Thanks! We certainly brought a bunch of stuff with us but we had two people on the bike rather than just one :) I envy Lois for being able to take such a light bike which handles a lot better in the rough stuff.Quote:
Originally Posted by VX KAT
We've met Lois a couple of times as well while she was on her book tour for Red Tape White Knuckles (London to Cape Town) she's a really awesome woman.
We had plans to head down to Ushuaia (southern most city in South America) but ended up living for an extra 6 months in Central America instead. Get vehicles across the Darien Gap is rather expensive so when we decide to do it we plan to fly into Buenos Aires and buy a vehicle down there, hit Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia, and Argentina before selling it and flying back.
Thought I should chip in!
'01 Ebony VX
'03 Honda CR-V
'05 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
'10 Kawasaki Ninja SE
ALL are mine!! :clap:
This. At least as far as autos go...
http://forums.mbworld.org/forums/att...0-f33e1917.jpg
1999 Black VX
2010 White Dodge Ram 1500
2008 White Dodge Dakota
2004 Blue Chevy Blazer
2004 silver Chrysler Pacifica
2006 Black Kawasaki Z750S
2009 Silver Aprilia Shiver 750
2008 Red Triumph Sprint ST
2011 toyota 4runner limited
2008 hyundai elantra
still looking for 2001 VX with low mileage. cause my wife wrecked my 2000 few years ago