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Old Mar 29, 2003 | 10:14 PM
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I just bought a 1973 Tbird, good body, engine runs, changes gear etc, interior sucks. Anyone know where to get restoration bits for such a machine?
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Old Mar 29, 2003 | 11:41 PM
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You could give http://www.martiauto.com/ a try. best of luck with the new project
 
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Old Mar 30, 2003 | 05:48 AM
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www.autokrafters.com They have a T-Bird catalog...good luck bro!
 
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Old Mar 30, 2003 | 09:41 AM
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Whilst browsing for bits, I came across an engine remanufacturer that will provide a 520 hp 450 ft/lb big block for the car for only $6500. The assure me that this is for a drop in turnkey motor, with nothing else to buy. If that is the case, I may well get hold of one. Then put a faster rear in, with an overdrive, and would have me a cool car.

Or, should I just get a standard 350 hp for $1600.. Questions questions. I reall enjoy fixing up old cars.

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Old Mar 30, 2003 | 11:15 AM
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If you can afford it Theo go for it a 73 T bird with that much hp would be a fun toy.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2003 | 11:39 AM
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If thats the big Tbird, then with that much power, it would be a blast to drive, and even more so if it were the smaller platform.

I've got a 79 Lincoln thats a blast to drive, its got a bone stock 400, and it won't stop spinning until i let off the gas, its layed down more than one 60ft plus black mark.

Hope you have fun with your new ride!
 
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