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    Default 4 month long project finally coming to an end of my 86 GT...

    Well, this isn't my first post but wanted to keep everyone informed of my progress. A few months back I did a pretty great job posting pictures of my progress until someone hacked into my photobucket account. So, this is a repost of my 4 month long venture. This is a true labor of love.

    My name is Michael and I'm a proud owner of an 86 GT. I've owned an 92 GT and a 93 GT vert so, fox bodies run in my blood. I can't believe I found her. The story!! I purchased the 86 from the son of the father whom originally purchased it back in 86 in Dallas. So, I'll be the 3rd proud documented owner. I found her a four months ago and had her towed that day to my buddies shop in Austin to get her started and restored. The GT sat for 8 years holding 86k in original miles. The car didn't start which was a huge gamble. After replacing everything from the fuel tank, all parts inside, new radiator, new battery, and full tune up, she started right up. Let me know your thoughts as she has a few more days until the engine work..

    First pictures when I found her on 08-05











    08/09





    09/28





    Replaced the whole fuel setup since it sat for 8 years


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    More to come on another page..

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    11/12

    Replaced console pad










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    12/04

    Off to mechanic's to get a ton of engine upgrades

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    12/05







    12/08

    Going to take out the whole engine to bore it .30 over and replace pistons with forged pistons.


    This is just the start to of the process. There are way more parts that are getting replaced but these will give you an idea what's going to be done:











    I'll keep everyone posted. Thank you for viewing my progress..

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    FEP Power Member ccurtin's Avatar
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    Very nice work.

    Nice little Novi
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    Thank you CCURTIN...

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    Excellent transformation!!! Car is looking terrific!! Good for you, sir!!

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    Great job, the car looks amazing! She's gonna be a nice runner after you finish installing all those go-fast parts. Keep up the good work and keep us posted.
    Cheers!

    Mike (TopGear85)



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    Looks Terrific !

    Quite the transformation in such a short time.

    Looking forward to your updates on the Engine work.



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    Looks good,but shouldn't the upper door/window frame be black also?
    putting together a little something special......stay tuned!

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    Finally,the list of fox wants is complete!!!

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    Very nice Alot of time and Money invested to bring her back to life. Great Job Keep us posted on the progress. What are Your Plans for the interior
    85 GT Vert 5 Speed 42K original miles As of right now Stock to the bone well not so much bolt ons going on

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