Phil's Folley --- Murcie Build

[pparker]

The Fiero was almost completely rust free and was semi-stripped when I bought it.  I did the Fiero stretch per the B&B Customs web site and many other helpful build libraries recommendations and it worked great. I reinforced the chassis, sides, front, and rear with $350 worth of steel.  It is very rigid.  I originally planned to run an X frame under the car but didn't think it was necessary.  A jack on one corner will lift half the car with absolutely no sign of flex or stress.

[pparker]

The Fiero was almost completely rust free and was semi-stripped when I bought it.  I did the Fiero stretch per the B&B Customs web site and many other helpful build libraries recommendations and it worked great. I reinforced the chassis, sides, front, and rear with $350 worth of steel.  It is very rigid.  I originally planned to run an X frame under the car but didn't think it was necessary.  A jack on one corner will lift half the car with absolutely no sign of flex or stress.

Mild engine mods, small pulley, nice stainless headers, and paint.  May do more later.  A Champion radiator was mounted in front with a big fan.  Went with early rebuilt Chevy power steering rack.

[jrule78]

    Great minds think alike! Maybe we can share ideas on our builds.

[pparker]

Keen eye -- jrule78.  When I purchased the kit, a 95 engine and trans came with it.  I decided I wanted all the Pontiac stuff, HVAC, heads up, radio, etc., so I purchased a wrecked low-mileage 04 Pontiac GTP.  I will soon have a 95 engine and trans for sale.

[MDMurcy2]

Very nice work so far.  Welcome to the forum.  I am really anxious to see a clean, well built Mercy 1. 

Mitch

[BigPines]

Thanks for the tip RT. I will keep that in mind myself.

[RT]

Phil, I'd like to add, be careful how you suspend the body.  If you hang it for a long time with few supports it will deform.
Try to support it at many locations to prevent distortion  Keep even tension at all points.

RT

[jrule78]

    Welcome Phil. I think you're a decade off on that engine/ trans.  I never saw a gen 5 blower with electronic throttle on 95!

[RT]

Phil, welcome to the club!
You are in good company.  Jim (01Lambiero) and I are late 60's too and would like to meet you at Carlisle.  We hope you can make it.  Where are you located?
I like your personal desire on how to build.  I think too much emphasis is put on being an exact replica.  After all, this is YOUR build.  Build it as you please.
Looks good so far.

RT

[01Lambiero]

Welcome, Phil, to Lamboclone.com.
Tons of info to be had on this site.  Carlisle Show coming up in May 16,17,18 .  Swing over and meet some of the guys.  You may find some useful info in my Diablo build diary.  You may want to add some bracing on your side framework.  see attached pic.  YOUR GARAGE IS TOO CLEAN!!

Jim

[BigPines]

You got one heck of a good deal on that first package! That was just the shipping cost right? Welcome to the forum!

[pparker]

Hello, my name is Phil and am posting my first Lambo build.  At 67, I have built and restored at least 30 cars over the past 50+ years as a hobby.  I recently sold my Factory Five Cobra and wanted a new project.  I decided to tackle building a Lambo from scratch which has proven to be by far the most difficult and time-consuming project I have ever taken on. 

I bought the Murcie I body, 88 Fiero chassis, a low mileage 95 GTP motor and trans from a forum classified ad and had it shipped from Florida to Maryland for $700. 

After more research and reading everything on Mad Mechanics, Pennocks, Kit Central,  and others, I decided I wanted all the Pontiac GTP options (HVAC, wiring, radio, heads-up display, etc.) so I purchased a wrecked 04 GTP and completely stripped it, thus my folly began!  I will emphasize that I am not attempting to duplicate a Lambo.  I am building a car that will be fast, good looking and will have all the creature comforts plus resemble a customized Lambo.  In other words, I am building it to suit myself.