Building a Better Bird

69 Firebird were finishing up at the shop.

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Looking like someone has deep pockets. Will you show us the finished project? Nice exposures in all photos.

cicopo wrote in post #16379432
Looking like someone has deep pockets. Will you show us the finished project? Nice exposures in all photos.

Of coarse I will share the finished pics! I'm not that mean!

That first image is almost surrealistic. Lots of wet looking paint, and reflections. Almost looks like you could take a big bite out of that spoiler. Impressive photo.

You guys do good work!

PhotosGuy wrote in post #16380294
You guys do good work!

That's an understatement. I like the attention to detail shown here.
-Bruce

As an owner of a '69 Firebird 400 (w/455 engine), I'm glad to see a Pontiac engine instead of a Chevy! Nice job!

Hikin Mike wrote in post #16381941
As an owner of a '69 Firebird 400 (w/455 engine), I'm glad to see a Pontiac engine instead of a Chevy! Nice job!

An F-Bird and a '68 Dodge Coronet? How many cars do you own?

PhotosGuy wrote in post #16382829
An F-Bird and a '68 Dodge Coronet? How many cars do you own?

Three. Two "fun cars" and the family van. Unfortunately due to my legs being permanently fixed straight (no bending), I can't drive either cars (Firebird and Coronet). I need to modify the gas/pedals to drive them. Just haven't done it yet.

Two "fun cars" & no fun? That's sad. Good luck with the modifications!

change better to *newer*

reole wrote in post #16384574
change better to *newer*

Pretty sure it's more than just skin deep. Pretty sure we made it better than a stock 69 bird, not just newer!

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liquorboxracing wrote in post #16388799
Pretty sure it's more than just skin deep. Pretty sure we made it better than a stock 69 bird, not just newer!

And looking through your mods at things like Wilwood brake rotors, fully adjustable and tubular upper control arms, upgraded engine, etc, etc. I'm pretty sure you're right.
Oh, did I mention that the paint looks deep enough to swim in?

newer isn't always better.

Ballen Photo wrote in post #16389061
Oh, did I mention that the paint looks deep enough to swim in?

I showed the guys in the shop your post. The painters at the shop want at say Thanks. They've worked really hard on the car, and they appreciate the positive feedback.

reole wrote in post #16390704
newer isn't always better.

"The Owner say's It's Better!" And since he's the one paying for it, I guess that's really all that matters!

Thanks everyone for the comments, and feedback on the car. The guy's in the shop really appreciate it. I'll post again once we get the car together.