I am currently restoring a 1977 pontiac trans am, and i purchased this book in. It was an rsss convertible powered by a 396 that was the pace car for the 1967 indianapolis 500 which became one of the most valuable and most collectible, camaros. Buy now to own the guide that will become the standard source in restoration and judging guide for all firebirds. Oct 31, 2015 the firebird, or secondgeneration, fbody car is a unibody vehicle, and therefore the body is constructed as one unit. While the 69 ra 400 firebird cars have this, the 69 tas do not.
Bodywork guide doors, spoilers, bumpers and wheel flares 7081 november 12, 2015 by pontiac diy trans ams and firebirds have a variety of sheetmetal, plastic, and fiberglass body parts that often need to be restored. Midwest first generation firebird club is a car club for enthusiasts of first. Autotrunkmotor and third gen bargain barn has merged to form a one stop shop for camaro and firebird parts with electrical and restoration services. The pontiac firebird debuted a few months after the camaro, giving gm a onetwo punch in the ponycar fight. Midwest first generation firebird club home facebook. Welcome to the first gen site, where you can find documentation, literature and information related to the first generation firebirds. These cars are in my humble opinion some of the best and most underratedunder. For our first article in this series, we brought you the differences in the first gen camaro.
From sheetmetal and exterior to the final interior touches. Firebird central is a service friendly parts distributor specializing in 1967 thru 2002 pontiac firebird products. The muscle car restoration guys best restoration guide online. Purchasing them together formed the most luxurious and lavishly equipped camaro of them all, the rsss. Having watched first the ford mustang and then the chevrolet camaro enter into the pony car market, pontiac finally got into the act in the middle of 1967. So how on earth does a first gen firebird end up being on display in the. Pontiac firebird restoration guide 19671969 is sure to become the musthave book for all first generation firebird owners. Our unmatched commitment to providing quality parts for your firebird trans am is what sets us apart from our competitors.
At launch, it shared pontiacs splitgrille design and slit taillights from the gto, and it was available as a hardtop or convertible. Unfortunately this is the smallest page on our web site. One approach is to perform all of the bodywork first or at least the work that will affect the paint in the door and trunk jambs and only paint the interior and trunk. We have specialized in information for the first generation firebird 1967, 1968, and 1969. Below is a list of rear ends that will interchange with first generation camaros. Our full color firebird trans am parts catalog includes the most comprehensive information available on almost everything youll need to restore, modify or accessorize your firebird, transam, esprit. Pontiac firebird trans am restoration manual book 197012. With a more aggressive suspension, dual exhausts, quickratio steering, 15x7. First generation firebird l an email list devoted to the first generation pontiac firebird 19671969. I did a lot of cutting and welding before admitting. The firebird, or secondgeneration, fbody car is a unibody vehicle, and therefore the body is constructed as one unit.
This site is available thanks to contributions from barrs classic auto restoration. If you need to find a recreated original 1968 pontiac sales manual, 1967 firebird ads, 1969 ama firebird data sheets, an informative mailing list, classifieds, tech forums, or any other type of information for the first generation firebird, you have found the right spot on the net. Before you buy a 19962002 pontiac trans am ws6, heres. We have formed relationships with many suppliers to ensure that you receive the highest quality products at the most competitive price in.
General motors, pontiacs parent company, used the name firebird in their firebird in the 1950s. The pontiac firebird restoration guide 19671969 is a musthave tool for anyone restoring a first generation firebird, from sprint to firebird h. You can now order most of these books right off this page from amazon. Information on the restoration of a 1969 firebird, with images. A lead title in our restoration series, how to restore your camaro 19671969 will provide indepth, handson information and photography for restoring these popular and historically significant cars. Up until recently, the plan was to restore the 1986 z28, which was the first car acquired. Firstgeneration camaro research and restoration data. Classic industries 19672002 firebird trans am parts catalog is the offers the largest selection of instock restoration and performance parts and accessories in the industry. Jan 19, 2014 first generation firebird 1967, 1968, 1969 we are an organization that gathers and recreates yesteryears information for todays needs. Before you buy a 19962002 pontiac trans am ws6, heres what. Then paint the jambs door and trunk jambs, window channels, firewall, panel edges to be. General motors, pontiacs parent company, used the name firebird in. The pontiac firebird restoration guide 19671969 is a musthave tool for anyone restoring a firstgeneration firebird, from sprint to firebird h.
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Named at first banshee, it was soon changed to firebird since banshee, the mystical irish creature, symbolized. Classic industries has offered restoration parts for the iconic pontiac firebird and transam since 1991. A handson howto restoration book dedicated to pontiac firebird and trans am covers trim and body restoration aspects that are exclusive to the pontiac fbody cars stepbystep photos and captions for a wide variety of restoration tasks about the author melvin benzaquen founded and operated classic restoration enterprises, one of. Before you buy a 19962002 pontiac trans am ws6, heres what to look for. Firebird pontiac trans am restoration guide manual book. The first two 1967 pontiac firebirds are hitting the. This restoration began in late 2007 and continues to this day. Quality parts for pontiac firebird, trans am, formula, and esprit. Our full color camaro parts catalog includes the parts youll need to restore, modify or accessorize your camaro, z28, rs, ss, berlinetta, irocz and all other models from 19672002. Since the 69 ta was the only first generation firebird to leave the factory with a rear spoiler, it will also be the only firebird to receive a rear spoiler code. Restoration guide first generation firebird 1967, 1968.
We offer premium quality orignal style or new fresh to the market custom items as well. We need more early firebird parts if you have extra parts or better yet several parts cars. Interior cheat sheet interior restoration is different from every other aspect of classiccar restoration because its not mechanical. Ricks first generation camaro is now ricks camaros your home for the most complete selection of parts and accessories for all generations of camaro.
Suspension guide 7081 november 10, 2015 by pontiac diy the chassis and suspension of the firebird is gms secondgeneration fbody so it shares its architecture with the 19701981 camaro. Some secondgeneration pontiac fbody cars are affordable while others are. And as such,many athome restorers and mechanics are not experienced or knowledgeable with this particular area of. It was introduced in february, 1967, which was the same year as the chevrolet camaro. These fourthgen ws6 cars were the quickest and fastest firebirds ever produced and they represent the final gasp of pontiacs screaming chicken. Please address feedback regarding what youd like to see to the webmaster. Nov, 2018 the option would remain on the books until the last firebird rolled off the assembly line in 2002.
Many are now more than 20 years old and collectors have begun to understand their significance. The firebird is regarded by many american car experts as the last true muscle car, and it remains the most powerful muscle car that was ever manufactured by pontiac. A website that shows the restoration work that was done on a 1967 firebird. First generation firebird 1967, 1968, 1969 we are an. We strive for customer satisfaction and take care in helping you locate the correct part every time. Ricks camaros classic camaro parts and accessories.
The chevy and pontiac teams in transam racing as well as gm itself developed the geometry of this suspension and it was a big step forward from the previous suspension in 1969. Since then, weve expanded to provide parts and products for each model year ever produced, from the first 1967 to the final 2002 model to roll off the assembly line. Pontiac firebird restoration guide 19671969 joe moore on. There are two different restoration methods when it comes to body work and paint. This published myth can be read on page 1 and 45 of the fabulous firebird. We strive to be the best one stop source for your needs on the net. I am also worried i will not be able to find someone who knows anything about the detailing for my firebird. National parts depot continues to offer the best restoration parts available for your pontiac firebird trans am. Every model from the base six to the rare and desirable trans am is covered.
We have combined two great web sites ricks first generation and ecklers camaro to put all your camaro parts in one convenient, easy to use site. Whether you are interested in restoration, showing, cruising, or owning a first generation pontiac firebird, were glad you found first generation firebird l. Midwest first generation firebird club is a car club for enthusiasts of first generation pontiac firebirds. Firebird pontiac trans am restoration guide manual book restore. Here is an example of a perfect formula with the 19,420 miles, this. It covers all aspects of restoration, including engines and drivelines, bodywork, interior and trim, suspension, brakes, chassis, and steering for. As i dug into that car, i realized the body was really too far gone to salvage see the carnage here, especially with my limited abilities.
The soontobelegendary trans am package 1969 was also introduced in the final year of the firebirds first generation. If youre serious about first generation camaros, you need these. We have specialized in information for the first generation firebird 1967. Firebird central stocks many gm nos parts inclusive to all firebird makes and models. Second gen graveyard is focused on providing high quality and hard to find oem parts for your pontiac firebird, esprit, formula and trans am. Since 1976, classic industries has offered restoration parts for the iconic chevy camaro. Our experienced team can help you get the parts you need for your restoration vehicle at the most competitive prices in the industry. Classic industries offers a wide selection of pontiac firebird parts, including pontiac firebird interior parts and soft trim, pontiac firebird exterior sheet metal, pontiac firebird moldings, pontiac firebird emblems, pontiac firebird weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. The firebird was offered with both six and eight cylinder engines, like the mustang and camaro, and was based. The chassis and suspension of the firebird is gms secondgeneration fbody so it shares its architecture with the 19701981 camaro. There are various levels of a restoration and a project should be separated based on your budget.
Since then, weve expanded to provide parts and products for each model year ever produced, from the first 1967 to 2010 and up camaro our expansive inventory includes nearly everything needed to return a camaro to showroom condition inside and out, from the body to the engine bay to the. This is an original 1983 trans am converted to a knight rider alien knight rider car one of a kin. Camaro manuals chronicle the camaro equipment, camaro diagrams, and camaro parts you need to turn your new or classic camaro into a riproaring performance machine. We have a fantastic reputation for over the top customer service as a top rated seller on ebay. Since then, weve expanded to provide parts and products for each model year ever produced, from the first 1967 to 2010 and up camaro. Thanks to phs online for some of these statistics pontiac firebird history 1st generation 19671969 introduction. Camaro books, manuals and dvds for 19672014 camaros from. Brooklands books ltd, no date isbn 1855201453 1967 specific gm references. Oct, 2016 the 19671969 firebird differences are pretty simple, and for many of the same reasons as the first gen camaro. Rear end interchange information for first gens on chevy. After a long and costly restoration, both are now ready to. Learn the formula on how to preserve your classic muscle car.
How to get started restoring your chevy camaro 676869. Firstgen firebird styling changes were somewhat subtle, losing its vent windows and gaining side marker lights in 1968, and receiving a grille redesign in 1969. Our full color firebird trans am parts catalog includes the most comprehensive information available on almost everything youll need to restore, modify or accessorize your firebird, transam, esprit, formula, and. We try to add new parts for sale to this page every week. You can see this design idea on page 45 of the book the fabulous firebird. Some of these details will help you determine what year a firebird is especially when you dont have the car in front of you, such as seeing a picture on the internet. Our expansive inventory includes nearly everything needed to return a camaro to showroom condition inside and out. We gather and share information for todays needs and create a forum for information sharing and research. When the details matter, trust npds knowledgable staff to guide you to the right part at.
Gen firebird 1968 pontiac firebird restoration 1967 1968 1969 400 455 first gen firebird 1968 pontiac. The option would remain on the books until the last firebird rolled off the assembly line in 2002. If you are aware of any errors in this information please let us know at email comment. The pontiac trans am would set the stage for the next round in the pony car wars, where in the next decade, the firebird would lead the pack. Though it was technically a compact car, the camaro was soon known as a pony car and was introduced as chevrolets competition to the ford mustang though it differed from its competition by offering a subframe unibody structure for better road and noise isolation as well as better ride quality. It is a beautifully detailed restoration of a 1969 carousel red 350 convertible. The pontiac firebird was produced from 1967 to 2002. See more ideas about firebird, pontiac firebird and firebird trans am. For anyone that owns, wants to own, or just likes the first generation 19671969 pontiac firebird. This site is my online journal of my efforts and work to restore my 1968 pontiac firebird.
Shopping for restoration parts for your 196781 classic firebird. Introduction first generation firebird 1967, 1968, 1969. I want to start restoring my car but wonder if i am going to pay too much to have someone restore my firebird. The first fbody cars were produced in 1967, as gms response to the ford mustang. Camaro parts catalog classic industries restoration parts. The floors, rear frame rails, inner and outer wheelhouses, quarter panels, trunk floor extension panels, rocker panels, rear body panel, roof, and cowl are all welded together to form this one unit. Franks pontiac parts gto parts trans am parts firebird parts pontiac lemans gto grand prix tempest. The easiest is to check the firewall data plate for a rear spoiler code, usually d80 or a variation of that code d80 is a spoiler code for many gm cars, not just the ta. First generation firebird 1967, 1968, 1969 we are an organization that gathers and recreates yesteryears information for todays needs. Firebird parts catalog classic industries restoration parts.
The first generation chevrolet camaro debuted in 1967 and spanned years 19671969. Pontiac firebird restoration guide 19671969 is sure to become the musthave book for all firstgeneration firebird owners. For those that may be seeking some of these references, the most current and widely available are available at any online bookstore. We hope you can find everything you need on our site. A below is a list of rear ends that will interchange with first generation camaros. Our full color firebird trans am parts catalog includes the most comprehensive information available on almost everything youll need to restore, modify or. Pontiac firebird parts classic industries restoration parts. Midwest first generation firebird club, east dundee, illinois. Engineers were given a short amount of time prior to the camaros release to produce a version that matched their corporate styling as well.
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