Decklid
signed by Jim Wangers (Godfather of the GTO) in 1998
Engine: 455 H.O. built to Jim Taylor Engines
specs: (est 500HP, 540 Lb Ft torque)
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1970 455
Block YH, 1971 400 Heads (96 casting, 96cc),
Scorpion Roller Rockers (1.5 ratio)
TFX Solid
Lift Cam: .480 intake, .480 exhaust, 240
duration, 110 lobe separation (cam card in pics)
Bored 30 over, TRW Speed Pro
pistons L2359NF30
Trans: Muncie
M21 4 speed – Fresh rebuild with 500 miles, new Centerforce dual friction
clutch, new pioneer flywheel, new
clutch fork, pushrod, springs, rebuilt Hurst Shifter
Differential: 3.73:1
Exhaust: Hooker
Headers, Thermotec wrapped- 2 1/2 ” exhaust, Cross pipe, cutouts, Flowmaster 40’s,
stock GTO chrome dual tips
Rear: 3.73:1
Limited Slip, synthetic fluid/posi additive, chrome cover
Cooling: Champion Aluminum 2 core high flow radiator
(runs 180 – 190)
Rear Suspension: Boxed Trailing arms, all urethane
greaseable bushings, 1” sway bar, 2” drop springs, KYB Gas Adjust shocks
Front Suspension: Tubular lower and adjustable upper control arms, new bushings, ball joints, 2” drop springs, 1 1/2” sway bar with adjustable urethane end links. KYB Gas Adjust shocks, Quick ratio steering box, rebuilt steering pump
Wheels/Tires: 255 60R 15 Cooper Cobra tires (80%
life) on stock Rally II wheels
Fuel: Holley
110GPH electric fuel pump, Holley Racing Filter, regulator and gauge
Ignition: MSD 6AL, MSD Billet Distributor & MSD wires,
NGK copper plugs
Carburetor: Jet Performance Stage II Quadrojet
Electrical: Chrome 160A brand new alternator/internal
regulator. High torque aftermarket starter, LED Headlights
Body: Straighter than factory but not 100% perfect
alignment. Paint shines bright but as black goes, there are some light
scratches and reflective halos in bright sun. Paint corrected and ceramic
coated
Interior: Seats redone new foam and vinyl, new door
panels, original headliner perfect. Entire
interior has been covered in heat shield insulation.
All new windlace, door seals, etc. Heat
shield entire interior with new Carpet and floor mats. Seat belts
reconditioned, look new.
New GTO Console and correct Hurst shifter
and bezel, Grant wood wheel
Perfect Headliner
New carpet and GTO Floor mats
30% Window Tint side and rear windows
Sound: Kenwood AM/FM
CD, Bluetooth, hands free phone, 250 Watt stereo, 2 USB inputs, with remote
MB Quart Speakers 6 1/2 ” front and 6”
x 9” rear, including tweeters installed in dash
Flaws: 2 of the judge decals are rough on pointed edge (see closeup pics)
Rear bumper is painted and has some
touch up areas
Paint has some touchup spots and light scratches.
Car was originally gold, repainted black
Driveability: This car starts right up, choke engages and
disengages perfectly. Idles smoothly and acceleration is immediate with no
stumble or lag. Timing set at 12 BTDC, no pings on 93 octane, but I do use
additive Startron and Octane boost every other tank.
Available for viewing, test drive or inspection. All Receipts.
Send message with any questions.