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Old Nov 11, 2016 | 02:26 PM
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1961 oldsmobile starfire on airbags

Old Nov 11, 2016 | 03:24 PM
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That is sharp. What bags did you use? Did you install yourself? Is the height adjustable, meaning can you raise to stock height and lower right to the ground?
Again, damn that is one fine look.
Old Nov 11, 2016 | 03:38 PM
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I'm getting a parts list made up...
Also no my kustom guy did it...was referred by many others in my town (phx)
Yes fully adjustable. .9 button control...right to stock height. ..and almost touches frame...if any bags go out it is still drivable. ..so I did not go to frame for that reason......plus it drives great..still straight as before...
The project was worth it and very affordable. ..plus a full warranty on everything. ...I couldn't go wrong with this guy

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Old Nov 11, 2016 | 04:04 PM
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You know how people describe a W-30 as a race car straight from the factory? I've always considered the '61 Starfire to be a full Custom straight from the factory. Love it. And you're right, it just begs to be lowered.
Old Nov 11, 2016 | 04:35 PM
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You know how people describe a W-30 as a race car straight from the factory? I've always considered the '61 Starfire to be a full Custom straight from the factory. Love it. And you're right, it just begs to be lowered.
I agree
Old Nov 11, 2016 | 04:45 PM
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Real interested in products used. You want to give a shout out to the installer? I don't think there are any rules against it. And if I can ask, cost?
And please follow up on how it works out long term.
Would love to do it to my 98. If I get to it, maybe interested in purchasing from your installer if they would agree to some tech support.
Old Nov 11, 2016 | 05:38 PM
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Sure thing
Mike estrada (phoenix autoworks),well know for his fab work..alot of impala's, nova,4 wheel drive stuff, he is into everything and an awesome guy
Total cost out the door was 2,800.00
7 gallon tank, 2 chrome compressors, 8 manifold valves. Brass compression fittings (not push in, they leak)

All good material, not cheap stuff,
He doesn't like people coming back unhappy
Referred by 5 different people, and 1 guy that has had 8 cars done by him (show cars)
So it was a no Brainer for me

I wanted the best for my starfire

I'll take a pic of the set up in the trunk
Old Nov 11, 2016 | 05:59 PM
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Old Nov 12, 2016 | 08:55 AM
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Cool look. Did he have to do any non-reversible chopping to get it done? How is the ride and handling compared to stock?
Old Nov 12, 2016 | 09:49 AM
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No choping of anything....
All custom made brackets
Drives great and straight
Old Nov 12, 2016 | 10:31 AM
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WOW thats just COOL! Looks better than the famous 59' Caddies!
Colours and dish-caps are too just ++
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