Attention fb guys! Aftermarket parts survey
11-22-13, 07:01 PM
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Rack and pinion subframe and Tii brake swap stuff should be top of the list, no other option at the moment. There are already some solid coilover and camber plate options out there.
As I mentioned earlier, a custom Tii trans mount with a proper bushing/isolator would be simple and
And I've found the lights for $650, and still searching.
As I mentioned earlier, a custom Tii trans mount with a proper bushing/isolator would be simple and
And I've found the lights for $650, and still searching.
11-24-13, 02:18 AM
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If you could get the connectors, what about center console harnesses? There are so many that have been hacked up for stereo installs and other crazy ****. Might help some of these guys doing restorations
Or shifter surrounds. Every one of them that I have seen merely rest in place because the tabs are broken, and the shift boot pins on the bottom are always broken.
Or shifter surrounds. Every one of them that I have seen merely rest in place because the tabs are broken, and the shift boot pins on the bottom are always broken.
12-02-13, 01:54 PM
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I think the FB needs more suspension and handling than anything else.
Strut tower bars and frame bracing would be good for the Auto X guys out there.
A bar where seat belt harness can wrap around for ones with bucket seats. Bolt in would be best.
Braided brake line would be nice too!
An affordable rack and pinion would get my money.
Strut tower bars and frame bracing would be good for the Auto X guys out there.
A bar where seat belt harness can wrap around for ones with bucket seats. Bolt in would be best.
Braided brake line would be nice too!
An affordable rack and pinion would get my money.
12-03-13, 09:11 PM
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lol all good here, been busy getting the soda blasting, polishing, and powdercoating equipment setup. Powdercoating wont be finished for a little while since my ovens going to be pretty large, but everything else is about squared away.
Eventually, yes suspension parts would be great. Starting out, I will be making smaller items and will be a polishing service. For manifolds, and well pretty much anything else.
Where I am at now is revamping my 2600 sq. ft shop for all the tools and equipment I now have. Including wiring and plumbing in more dust blower piping to my soda blaster cabinet.
In a few weeks I will begin offering metal polishing services. I will also snag up parts from part outs, polish them, rebuild them if needed and resell them. Like carbs, throttle bodies, manifolds, alternators, some brackets etc..
After that I will go to powder coating and then on to creating quality items. I REALLY want the powdercoating up and running beforehand for obvious reasons.
Thank you all for the suggestions and I will do my best to fulfill as many as I can with quality work.
OH, will also try to offer FMIC bolt in kits with minimal modification needed.
Eventually, yes suspension parts would be great. Starting out, I will be making smaller items and will be a polishing service. For manifolds, and well pretty much anything else.
Where I am at now is revamping my 2600 sq. ft shop for all the tools and equipment I now have. Including wiring and plumbing in more dust blower piping to my soda blaster cabinet.
In a few weeks I will begin offering metal polishing services. I will also snag up parts from part outs, polish them, rebuild them if needed and resell them. Like carbs, throttle bodies, manifolds, alternators, some brackets etc..
After that I will go to powder coating and then on to creating quality items. I REALLY want the powdercoating up and running beforehand for obvious reasons.
Thank you all for the suggestions and I will do my best to fulfill as many as I can with quality work.
OH, will also try to offer FMIC bolt in kits with minimal modification needed.
I'm looking forward to doing business with you.
12-21-13, 10:36 PM
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Pre-Fabed wiring harnesses for upgrades (which ever are big in the FB world these days)
Im too far out of the game for any other suggestions, but ive seen a lot of 7's and everyone is a wiring hack job nightmare.
Im too far out of the game for any other suggestions, but ive seen a lot of 7's and everyone is a wiring hack job nightmare.
12-22-13, 01:15 AM
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^ like the power window switch jumper harness (under the drivers seat)...that one took a minute to locate....and engine harnesses for swaps...that way no more repinning...
12-22-13, 02:37 AM
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I like the FC ignition coil bracket idea, however as it's a totally custom setup who knows how each persons engine bay is configured!
I'm going for the tucked / OCD clean look, so my mount location may be different than the average install for instance.
Definitely stoked to see what you come up with. If you need any help with a website hit me up.
I'm going for the tucked / OCD clean look, so my mount location may be different than the average install for instance.
Definitely stoked to see what you come up with. If you need any help with a website hit me up.
12-25-13, 02:55 PM
#48
The headlight arm plastic bushings are always busted. Sure, you can get brand new arms, but rarely does someone need the metal, we just need plastic inserts. I've thought it would be great to re-do some of those parts with spherical rod ends too. That's more $$ than the stockers, but sometimes its "show" more than or as much as "go". Possibly the AE86 Coupe headlight motors would also work, but would probably need some type of harness and adapter mounting brackets.
For guys looking for a hood strut, check the pick-n-pull yards for Cressida's. They have an almost perfect fit strut.
For everyone with the shifter boot problem (which is pretty much everyone) I was able to use a 5 minute epoxy to hold my boot in place. It's lasted several years. After it initially sets up, you can also pour a bit into the "holes" in the rubber boot to form a small mushroom head over the boot for extra durability.
That's all for now.
For guys looking for a hood strut, check the pick-n-pull yards for Cressida's. They have an almost perfect fit strut.
For everyone with the shifter boot problem (which is pretty much everyone) I was able to use a 5 minute epoxy to hold my boot in place. It's lasted several years. After it initially sets up, you can also pour a bit into the "holes" in the rubber boot to form a small mushroom head over the boot for extra durability.
That's all for now.
12-26-13, 01:11 PM
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I have to agree with many others here and suggest that the rack and pinion upgrade is the most needed item. You would be a hero if you could create a good setup for less than $250 that came with great instructions! Good luck!
12-26-13, 04:21 PM
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I like the FC ignition coil bracket idea, however as it's a totally custom setup who knows how each persons engine bay is configured!
I'm going for the tucked / OCD clean look, so my mount location may be different than the average install for instance.
Definitely stoked to see what you come up with. If you need any help with a website hit me up.
I'm going for the tucked / OCD clean look, so my mount location may be different than the average install for instance.
Definitely stoked to see what you come up with. If you need any help with a website hit me up.
And thanks for all the input guys. I'm pretty confident in making some killer items !