600hp Big-Block Pontiac Trans Am 'Trans Rat'
The 'Trans Rat' is a fully customized 1976 Pontiac Trans Am designed for drag racing. Retaining the original body panels and iconic spoiler, this car is powered by a Chevrolet 427 big-block V8 engine with upgrades including a Weiand tunnel-ram intake manifold, Holley carburetors, and MSD ignition. It features a Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 transmission and rides on Weld Draglite wheels with Mickey Thompson tires. The interior includes racing buckets, a Mr. Gasket shifter, and a rollbar, making it both visually striking and performance-ready for the track.
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- Vehicle:
- 1976 Pontiac Trans Am - 2nd Gen
- Engine:
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- Power:
- 600 bhp
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- Wheels:
- Weld Draglite wheelsMickey Thompson tires
- Exterior:
- Original body panelsIconic Trans Am spoilerBlack paint with blue, red, and purple stripes
- Interior:
- Velour-covered racing buckets with harnessesMr. Gasket shifterRollbar with swingout barsBeaded metal panel replacing rear seats
- Chassis:
- Frame-rail kitLadder-bar rear suspensionDisc brakes at all four corners
- Powertrain:
- Chevrolet 427 big-block V8 engineWeiand aluminum tunnel-ram intake manifoldHolley carburetorsHigh-volume oil pumpMSD ignitionTurbo Hydra-Matic 400 transmission set up by Kenne Bell
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