My Ram Air Grand Am GT Rebuild - Page 9

sleepyalero · 11-05-2012, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Gtomike72

I'm really liking the torrent rims!!! Hopefully I can find a set!!

read post #158, page 8.

DrFabulous · 11-05-2012, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by TDavis

I'd pay $700 for a quality brand, quality piping, and the lovely subtle sound.

You can get a custom setup that will last longer than the car for 1/2 the price.... I guess I don't see the point on putting $700+ into an exhaust system when there are so many other places where that money is better spent (headers, for example).

Gtomike72 · 11-05-2012, 08:24 AM

You have the rims or just the tires?

sleepyalero · 11-05-2012, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Gtomike72

You have the rims or just the tires?

i have just 17 inch tires up for grabs, if you got rims from somewhere and needed tires i could sell you mine i got laying around, thats if the rims you are wanting can take 245's and if the ga will also support 245's without any problems. but if you are interested i can send you pics and get full tire measurments (dont remember off the top of my head just remember 245 and that they are 17 inch) along with holding a coin in the tread of each tire so you have a good idea of them. they are Fuzions. (i have a set on my 16 inch winter wheels, they are awesome) and im only a state over so im sure we could work something out.

Gtomike72 · 11-05-2012, 11:41 AM

Alright well let me see if I can find some nice 17s!

Gtomike72 · 11-05-2012, 01:42 PM

I did some work to the car over the weekend...

I bought some new black housing headlights, although wondering if I can take these apart and tint the corners? Anyone know?

Bought a new header panel to replace the broken one I discovered when painting the car...

Ouch...

Most of the exterior is done, just need the front bumper emblem and rear reverse lights installed and a good detail! Still need to put a couple shims on the bumper to header panel mount. The hood to light and fender gap is gone!!

Cant tell in the picture but I installed the lower grill inserts. I still need to tweek the hood ones to fit right and the upper grill ones I want to sit behind the silver border insert so going to play around with that as well

TDavis · 11-05-2012, 02:06 PM

Sooooo much better with cleaner headlights

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Hood looks alot better between the bumper but the gap on the left where the hood meets the fender when your looking at the car is a little too big compared to the right gap.

Gtomike72 · 11-05-2012, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by TDavis

Sooooo much better with cleaner headlights

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Hood looks alot better between the bumper but the gap on the left where the hood meets the fender when your looking at the car is a little too big compared to the right gap.

You know, your right...Im at work so cant tell if its the picture or if its really off. Ill double check later. May just need a slight adjustment. I took the hood off to paint it and marked it but may have shifted slightly

Bryle James · 11-05-2012, 02:14 PM

That color makes this car look gorgeous. I LOVE IT.

Just a tip, though. You're going to need to aim those headlights WAY up.

Gtomike72 · 11-05-2012, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Bryle James

That color makes this car look gorgeous. I LOVE IT.

Just a tip, though. You're going to need to aim those headlights WAY up.

Thank you! Im loving the color choice more and more each day! Cant wait to get the final parts to finish it!

[ChaosweaveR] · 11-05-2012, 02:58 PM

Car is turning out awesome.

Leave the headlights as is, a blacked out arrowhead will compliment it nicely up front.

Leave the badging off, the way the car is coming together, badges will just ruin the nice looks you've achieved.

young gun · 11-05-2012, 03:03 PM

Still jealous

Gtomike72 · 11-05-2012, 03:16 PM

Thanks! Means a lot guys!

I ordered a new GM arrowhead so once I get it I may buy the overlay for it! I think that will look nice

[ChaosweaveR] · 11-05-2012, 03:19 PM

A black arrowhead will look dope, do it.

DrFabulous · 11-05-2012, 03:26 PM

Looks fantastic. Can't give enough props for the effort you're putting in to this car. So nice to see someone that cares about doing it the right way.

Makes me want to get another GA.....

Gtomike72 · 11-05-2012, 03:34 PM

thank you!! It initially was just going to be a beater to drive to and from work but I guess my OCD kicked in. I hate driving hoopties

sleepyalero · 11-05-2012, 06:18 PM

just message me if you want the tires if you find some good 17s.

bricooper78 · 11-05-2012, 06:58 PM

black out the indents next to the fog lights, that will look good, especially with the two tone thing you're doing. i'll find a pic of mine, they were off of custom ga .com i think, or grafxwerks, one or the other, cheap little thing, 5 minute "install"

(wet and stick--that's what she said) and it's a subtle little thing that looks good.

[ChaosweaveR] · 11-05-2012, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by sleepyalero

just message me if you want the tires if you find some good 17s.

What size are the tires?

msmith1956 · 11-06-2012, 07:58 AM

Great work Mike, it's looking fantastic so far!

11-05-2012, 08:24 AM	#163
Gtomike72 GAGT - Member AKA: Mike Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Flanagan, Il Age: 39 Posts: 353 Vehicle: 2001 Grand Am GT	You have the rims or just the tires? __________________ 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT Ram Air 1972 Pontiac LeMans 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac LeMans Endura option 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac Luxury LeMans 400/TH400 70-72 Pontiac "A Body" Parts & Cars Wanted

11-05-2012, 11:41 AM	#165
Gtomike72 GAGT - Member AKA: Mike Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Flanagan, Il Age: 39 Posts: 353 Vehicle: 2001 Grand Am GT	Alright well let me see if I can find some nice 17s! __________________ 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT Ram Air 1972 Pontiac LeMans 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac LeMans Endura option 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac Luxury LeMans 400/TH400 70-72 Pontiac "A Body" Parts & Cars Wanted

11-05-2012, 01:42 PM	#166
Gtomike72 GAGT - Member AKA: Mike Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Flanagan, Il Age: 39 Posts: 353 Vehicle: 2001 Grand Am GT	I did some work to the car over the weekend... I bought some new black housing headlights, although wondering if I can take these apart and tint the corners? Anyone know? Bought a new header panel to replace the broken one I discovered when painting the car... Ouch... Most of the exterior is done, just need the front bumper emblem and rear reverse lights installed and a good detail! Still need to put a couple shims on the bumper to header panel mount. The hood to light and fender gap is gone!! Cant tell in the picture but I installed the lower grill inserts. I still need to tweek the hood ones to fit right and the upper grill ones I want to sit behind the silver border insert so going to play around with that as well __________________ 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT Ram Air 1972 Pontiac LeMans 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac LeMans Endura option 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac Luxury LeMans 400/TH400 70-72 Pontiac "A Body" Parts & Cars Wanted

11-05-2012, 02:06 PM	#167
TDavis GAGT - Junkie AKA: Tanner Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Columbia, MO Age: 29 Posts: 3,871 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am SC/T	Sooooo much better with cleaner headlights . Hood looks alot better between the bumper but the gap on the left where the hood meets the fender when your looking at the car is a little too big compared to the right gap. __________________ Mods: Alotta sht Last edited by TDavis; 11-05-2012 at 02:08 PM.

11-05-2012, 02:58 PM	#171
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	Car is turning out awesome. Leave the headlights as is, a blacked out arrowhead will compliment it nicely up front. Leave the badging off, the way the car is coming together, badges will just ruin the nice looks you've achieved. __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

11-05-2012, 02:14 PM	#169
Bryle James 2.4L noob AKA: Bryle Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Seattle, WA Age: 28 Posts: 134 Vehicle: 01 GA SE1 & 04 TSX	That color makes this car look gorgeous. I LOVE IT. Just a tip, though. You're going to need to aim those headlights WAY up.

11-05-2012, 03:03 PM	#172
young gun ON THAT WORK GRIND AKA: Erik Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Rochester, NY Age: 28 Posts: 1,608 Vehicle: 00' GAGT	Still jealous __________________ 2000 - GAGT 14.63 @ 92.9 -Full LX9 with CAI, 65MM TB, 2.5in DP, Borla Cat-Back, Crappy rubber, Magic, Quick tune 2008 - Kawasaki Ninja 250r - Slip on exhaust, K&N, Jetted, Sprockets, Lowered and the Girlfriend's now 1984 - Honda Nighthawk 700s - Stock 2002 - Ford F150 Harley Davidson - Ported Supercharger, 8lb pulley, Tuned 13.49 @ 102 2019 - Tesla Model 3 Performance - Stock 11.7 @ 113

11-05-2012, 03:16 PM	#173
Gtomike72 GAGT - Member AKA: Mike Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Flanagan, Il Age: 39 Posts: 353 Vehicle: 2001 Grand Am GT	Thanks! Means a lot guys! I ordered a new GM arrowhead so once I get it I may buy the overlay for it! I think that will look nice __________________ 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT Ram Air 1972 Pontiac LeMans 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac LeMans Endura option 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac Luxury LeMans 400/TH400 70-72 Pontiac "A Body" Parts & Cars Wanted

11-05-2012, 03:19 PM	#174
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	A black arrowhead will look dope, do it. __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

11-05-2012, 03:26 PM	#175
DrFabulous FIGJAM AKA: Matt Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: MN Posts: 9,675 Vehicle: Acura\|Chevy\|Porsche	Looks fantastic. Can't give enough props for the effort you're putting in to this car. So nice to see someone that cares about doing it the right way. Makes me want to get another GA..... __________________ '18 Acura MDX Kid hauler '15 Chevrolet Tahoe Toy Hauler '01 Porsche Boxster Project

11-05-2012, 03:34 PM	#176
Gtomike72 GAGT - Member AKA: Mike Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Flanagan, Il Age: 39 Posts: 353 Vehicle: 2001 Grand Am GT	thank you!! It initially was just going to be a beater to drive to and from work but I guess my OCD kicked in. I hate driving hoopties __________________ 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT Ram Air 1972 Pontiac LeMans 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac LeMans Endura option 350/Th350 1972 Pontiac Luxury LeMans 400/TH400 70-72 Pontiac "A Body" Parts & Cars Wanted

11-05-2012, 06:18 PM	#177
sleepyalero ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆ █ ▆ ▅ ▃ ▂ AKA: Nathan Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Unknown. Posts: 5,911 Vehicle: 2001 olds alero GLS	just message me if you want the tires if you find some good 17s. __________________ 2001 \| Alero GLS \| 3400 \| 6MT 2012 BMW S1000RR, full exhaust, BRENTUNE, power commander 5, dyno tune, 198WHP.

11-06-2012, 07:58 AM	#180
msmith1956 GAGT - Member AKA: Mark Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Bremen, GA Age: 64 Posts: 149 Vehicle: 2004 Grand Am SE	Great work Mike, it's looking fantastic so far!

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