tires and wheels 2002 Noobie! New to the Forum...

[Pinball81]

Hello! I've been lurking here for a while now (going on two years). But, just last weekend, I finally pulled the trigger and brought home a 1976 Sahara. It's a two-owner car -- originally a CA car, then transferred to Detroit when the original owner moved. Garaged during winters from that point on. So, the body really is in phenomenal condition. The interior has been mostly refurbed -- including custom-upholstered Recaros. Has a few modest upgrades including Tii headers and ANSA exhaust.

It does have a few issues that I need to address and, of course, will be looking to the Forum for help. Among the issues are a frozen speedometer/odometer, slight oil drip, and a fast idle.

Along with the car came a couple of boxes of goodies (a wide assortment of spare parts) and two extra sets of wheels/tires (original steelies, 325 basket-weaves, and set from 320is).

It made the 300 mile trip from Detroit to Indianapolis without issue -- ran like a champ! However, I could not get the speed up past 70 or so (at about 3800 RPM), so things are clearly in need of attention.

I've posted a few photos... enjoy.

I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone!

Dave

[JsnPpp]

Welcome aboard!

That is one super clean car. Very nice.

I'm sure we can get you straightened out, post more specific questions/photos once you have a chance.

-Jason

[742002]

Welcome!

That is a beautiful car.

Tyrel

[Pinball81]

Welcome aboard!

That is one super clean car. Very nice.

I'm sure we can get you straightened out, post more specific questions/photos once you have a chance.

-Jason

Thanks, Jason! Yes, it's extremely clean. Honestly, I feel like I stole it from the guy -- particularly given all of the extra parts he included.

The engine, at 220k miles, isn't quite as clean... here's a photo:

That's where I'll be focusing my attention!

[vic74]

Sweet looking interior, welcome to the madness.

[Napes]

Anybody know what that is sticking out from the inside of the fender, just aft of the coil? I'm curious.

Bob Napier

Forgot to add that that is a very nice looking car.

[BLUNT]

hello and welcome. as stated thats a great looking car

[eurotrash]

Anybody know what that is sticking out from the inside of the fender, just aft of the coil? I'm curious.

Bob Napier

Forgot to add that that is a very nice looking car.

Yeah. I was going to ask that as well... what the crap could it be?! ahhhh... got it. - its a stereo telegraph. An early form of OnStar.

Very nice score man. Welcome! Join our regional Facebook group!! The link is in my sig!

[Scott Sislane]

Anybody know what that is sticking out from the inside of the fender, just aft of the coil? I'm curious.

Bob Napier

Forgot to add that that is a very nice looking car.

rusted metal things with rubber knobs, of course.

Gorgeous car, wow!!

[jgerock]

Welcome to the wild and crazy world of 2002 owners. You have a really nice car with some character. Have you assigned a name yet? I think "Mata-Hari" has been taken (due to the Sahara color).

Looks like your car still has the A/C lines up front but I'm still trying to figure out that weird device below the coil. Can you post another picture of that area?

[saaron]

Welcome aboard!

Very nice car. Interior is super-nice.

Scott

[ArdenK]

I second the vote for --->

its a stereo telegraph. An early form of OnStar.

Please post a better picture of that weird thingy, and who put the coil Way Up there?

Welcome Pinball81 to wonderful world of 02 ownership, if you're not crazy now, you will be soon!

Beautiful ride! Once you get the bugs worked out you'll be able to go 100+ with no problem :-D

[Greg R aka Big_Lebowski]

Seet mama! Well, if your anything like me your going to find yourself cruising the web for hours on end. I'm new to the 2002 world myself and can't seem to get enough. Congrats on a very nice looking car!

[02again]

Very Nice....looks like you may be contacting Mr. Curt Ingrahm for one of his Cool radiators in the near future.

[Jim_75Sahara]

Hi Dave! Love that color! Welcome to the offbeat world of Midwest '02 ownership. Give me your email address & I will keep you posted on any events we have in the OH/IN/MI/KY region. Good luck w/your new 'precious.'