1st Generation Specific (1979-1985) 1979-1985 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections

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Old Dec 23, 2015 | 09:39 PM
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Old Apr 7, 2016 | 09:32 PM
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Old Dec 31, 2017 | 01:52 AM
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Old Dec 31, 2017 | 01:55 AM
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My FD got new shoes too
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Old Jan 1, 2018 | 05:31 AM
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I like the updated shoes on the FD, good choice!
Did you add a Z to the mix as well?
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Old Jan 1, 2018 | 06:19 PM
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I like the updated shoes on the FD, good choice!
Did you add a Z to the mix as well?
thanks , I bought the Z for my daughter a couple momths ago.
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Old Apr 13, 2018 | 08:04 PM
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Old Apr 13, 2018 | 11:57 PM
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Looks like Enkei 92s. Are you running spacers? Looks amazing!
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Old Apr 14, 2018 | 10:45 AM
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Looks like Enkei 92s. Are you running spacers? Looks amazing!
thanks. no spacers. Enkei 92 front 15x7 +38 4X114.3
rear 15x8 +25 4x114.3
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Old Apr 16, 2018 | 07:44 AM
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Old Apr 16, 2018 | 11:21 AM
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Where does the spoiler come from?
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Old Apr 16, 2018 | 01:41 PM
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unknown I bought it used its a 3 piece
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Old Jun 17, 2019 | 12:31 AM
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Still looking good!
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Old Jun 17, 2019 | 06:18 AM
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I have to tell you... I'm in love with this car!! That 3 piece IMSA wing, louvers, and those Enkei wheels really make the car! The Racing Beat seat covers look fantastic as well!!
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I think I've asked this before, but where did you get the rear louvers with side pieces?
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Old Jun 17, 2019 | 03:43 PM
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your car looks incredible - inside and out. it must be surreal owning all 3 generations, too.
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Old Jun 17, 2019 | 09:13 PM
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I have to tell you... I'm in love with this car!! That 3 piece IMSA wing, louvers, and those Enkei wheels really make the car! The Racing Beat seat covers look fantastic as well!!
Thanks, I'm trying to keep the 80s look.
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Old Jun 17, 2019 | 09:13 PM
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I think I've asked this before, but where did you get the rear louvers with side pieces?
https://www.sfxperformance.com/parts/AST1035.htm
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Old Jun 17, 2019 | 09:17 PM
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your car looks incredible - inside and out. it must be surreal owning all 3 generations, too.
Thanks I sold the TII a while back. I bought an untouched stock SA for the collection. My favorite is the 1st Gen


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That SA looks beautiful!! Are you planning on keeping it mostly original? What does the car need currently?
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That SA looks beautiful!! Are you planning on keeping it mostly original? What does the car need currently?
Thanks, yes keeping it mostly original, it has damage in the right rear quarter panel. I was lucky enough to find another 79 in a junkyard I got the quarter panel. The car runs good with excellent compression. Once I get back from S Korea in early 2020 I will get the car painted. Is automatic im debating if im going to convert it 5 speed or leave it auto.
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Mode Four Rear Lip Spoiler (3-Piece) - Mariah Motorsports, Santa Barbara, California, USA - info@mariahmotorsports.comMariah Motorsports, Santa Barbara, California, USA ? info@mariahmotorsports.com
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