Recent content by moreada

I am looking to do some suspension work and such, and originally was going to go all OEM, or as much as possible for my 83 Mirada - HD Torsion Bars, HD Sways, new shocks, the 11.75" Rotor upgrade - and was wondering if sourcing and refurbishing these factory parts was even worth it given that I...

Thanks for the tips everyone. I am not sure how I will approach it but it is good to know what things to consider. One thing that bothered me about my mirada was how close I was to the dash and wheel. Since I have no more back seat, it would be interesting to see how mounting the seat further...

I know it sounds like an oxymoron. Looking at swaps, and am not sure what or even if I should do one. 1983 Mirada with gutted interior, less creature comforts like the A/C and am looking for something thats streetable and fun. I don't drag race and hope to be able to corner better than stock...

There is a nice write up in the mag, I saw it at work but haven't had a chance to read it. Makes me hesitant to customize my 83, but I just wanna have fun, and trying to keep it OG doesn't sound fun. Once those damned bumper fillers rot out, it isn't gonna be original in my eyes. Damned space...

Well I am back to scratching my head. Used parts to get an old school setup sounds cool but maybe not as effective use of time and money as originally thought. Seeing as its the original motor, maybe I will shelf it for a while. It would seem I am pondering a motor swap, or whether I can turbo...

I have a Mirada with a 2bbl Lean burn 318, and came across this ad. I presume the carb needs a rebuild, but does this look worth inquiring about? 1974 Dodge/Chrysler 318 340/360 4-barrel Intake and Carb | Engine & Engine Parts | Oshawa / Durham Region | Kijiji I am a bit new to buying used...

Weather has been a bit rough and have been working a bit too much to get some pics snapped but this is high up on the to do list, so I appreciate the patience.

Pretty well. I never pulled the car nor interior from storage last summer as life got in the way... trying to make money so I can spend it ;) It looks a lot like a Mirada interior if that helps, but I think that's already been ascertained heh. Sorry for the delays. Talking to buddy who has it...

What Bud said. Just handling my headliner and stripping the old foam was a task and has left the headliner requiring some minor attention to be really good again. It's not something for the faint of heart. This is the primary reason I have decided to forego a restoration and just go balls out...

I agree, that blue one is pretty out of whack. It's a bit low for my liking even hah. Spring Daytona Beach Car Show & Swap Meet - Mike Kelly's Cruise News The linked car has a good stance to it, although with different motives than I have. I assume in addition to tubbing it, they may have...

Just the material or the headliner itself? I don't know if I am willing to part it out quite yet... so its just hypothetical now, don't know if you wanna waste your time.

I am curious how low the J body can go. I have seen the Nascar builds and presume that is a body on tube frame, but am curious how low the conventional cars can get. I notice there is drop spindles for the front, and am curious how low the rear can get. Anyone have pics of their car lowered? At...

Hi there, sorry it has been a while. I am still considering letting the interior go. I will need a month or so to get some photos together. As far as what I am considering, if its anything, it will be everything... the whole shebang. It's red, and not leather, but its in great shape. The only...

Been a while... still got that interior kicking... am considering selling the lot with the car tho. Very torn. Fortunately the car is in storage, and I can ponder it as I watch the snow fall.

Are the seats really that uncomfortable? LOL