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Thread: Oh GEEZ! ANOTHER question? When will it end?

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    Default Oh GEEZ! ANOTHER question? When will it end?

    Ok guys....now I have a real problem. I could use some advice. Seriously.

    ....no, shooting her won't solve the problem.....


    Ok, I'm supposed to pick up a 1977 Honda GL1000 Goldwing at the end of the month for $200. I've posted pics of it. It's a real basket case. I'm going to have to do a complete strip on it, and pray the frame is still solid, then build it up from there.

    Today while in town I was talking about it to a buddy of mine, when he introduced me to a friend of his. His buddy has a 1984 Pontiac Fiero that needs some work (clutch, neutral switch, alternator), but other than that it's in fully operational condition with low miles on it. He offered it to me for $200 as well, on one condition: he gets 50% of any profits from parting out and selling the pieces I don't need.

    When I first looked at building a trike, I had originally decided I was going to go with a VW powered trike, but couldn't find a VW that was reasonably priced anywhere near me, so I switched over to the idea of using a motorcycle as my donor vehicle, and found the Goldwing. Now I get offered a rear/mid-engine car and could go back to my original idea....and I'm stuck. I honestly don't know which way is going to be more advantageous.

    Could any of you add some thoughts for me to consider? I'd really appreciate your input on this one.

    Thanks
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    I have seen Fieros made into trikes, and it seems to depend on the builders fabrication, planning and design skills. I have seen one that was beautifully done, with fiberglass body work seamlessly blended into the rear part of the Fiero body, well done welds and gussets, lights and paint. The whole thing looked factory made. On the other hand, I have seen one I didn't want to be within 20 feet of it when it was running.

    Other things to consider is how your state views home built trikes, or modified cars. Some states would consider a trike from a Fiero a modified car, in some it may be a home built trike or a special construction vehicle. Insurance, registration and licensing may be impacted by what your state decides what kind of vehicle you end up with and how much of the original car is still used on the trike.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ozarkryder View Post
    I have seen Fieros made into trikes, and it seems to depend on the builders fabrication, planning and design skills. I have seen one that was beautifully done, with fiberglass body work seamlessly blended into the rear part of the Fiero body, well done welds and gussets, lights and paint. The whole thing looked factory made. On the other hand, I have seen one I didn't want to be within 20 feet of it when it was running.
    Yeah, I was looking at those last night. I know how I WANT it to look...which is going to take planning and skill.

    Quote Originally Posted by Ozarkryder
    Other things to consider is how your state views home built trikes, or modified cars. Some states would consider a trike from a Fiero a modified car, in some it may be a home built trike or a special construction vehicle. Insurance, registration and licensing may be impacted by what your state decides what kind of vehicle you end up with and how much of the original car is still used on the trike.
    By Michigan law, I'm going to have to get an ASPT (ASsembled from ParTs) title, and it'll get it's own VIN. It would be the same if I used the GL1000, as by MI law, anything with 2 or 3 wheels is considered a motorcycle and falls under those regulations.

    I know what I don't want...I don't want it to look like; I don't want what looks like the back half of a fiero tacked onto a motorcycle frame. As a matter of fact, I only want the power plant, drive train and axle from the fiero...if that's the route I go.

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    As the Lovin Spoonful said back in the day:

    "Sometimes there's one with deep blue eyes, cute as a bunny
    With hair down to here, and plenty of money
    And just when you think she's that one in the world
    Your heart gets stolen by some mousy little girl
    And then you know you better make up your mind
    Pick up on one and leave the other one behind
    It's not often easy, and not often kind
    Did you ever have to make up your mind?"

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    I seen a Fiero Trike a few weeks ago that was really nice.
    Whoever put it together did a real good job.
    I have always wanted to build one but with the condition of my knee my next trike has to be a Automatic (no clutch)
    Thank you
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    Quote Originally Posted by Fowler View Post
    I seen a Fiero Trike a few weeks ago that was really nice.
    Whoever put it together did a real good job.
    I have always wanted to build one but with the condition of my knee my next trike has to be a Automatic (no clutch)
    Yeah, I know how that goes. That, and the Dragon, I mean the wife, can't drive a manual either. She's asked me to swap out transmissions and put an automatic in.

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    Well, the decision was made. It's going to be a Fiero trike and not a Goldwing trike.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shadow Dreamer View Post
    Well, the decision was made. It's going to be a Fiero trike and not a Goldwing trike.
    If you go with the Fiero... Pack a fire extinguisher...Engine fires were common...
    Sometimes a Cigar is Just a Cigar.....
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    Yup kid I worked with had one. They run too hot thow a rod big oil leak super fast. Ensuing fire puts paid to that job.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rhino 2 View Post
    If you go with the Fiero... Pack a fire extinguisher...Engine fires were common...

    http://www.carbuzz.com/news/2012/12/...Fiero-7712210/

    Here's a good article about why they liked to burn, but truth be told, only 260 (total) ever went up in flames.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shadow Dreamer View Post
    http://www.carbuzz.com/news/2012/12/...Fiero-7712210/

    Here's a good article about why they liked to burn, but truth be told, only 260 (total) ever went up in flames.
    I didn't think they even sold that many.....
    Sometimes a Cigar is Just a Cigar.....
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    Quote Originally Posted by rhino 2 View Post
    I didn't think they even sold that many.....

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