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fesler
12-05-2007, 11:41 AM
Here is an interesting find an all original 1969 Chevy Camaro with no X-code, so with the right parts this car could have been a SS or RS that is in amazing condition as you can see. It appears that it has been painted once about 10 years ago and everything else on the car is stock.

We are going to tear it down and turn it into a full on 1969 Chevy Camaro Yenko Clone with all modern day equipment

I will try to keep a weekly update on the project so you can see the build and what we do to it.

Check back soon

fesler
12-05-2007, 11:48 AM
We have picked the car up and taken it down to nothing, removed everything from it eninge, interior and all panels.

Sending it out to be media blasted and then we will seal it and start all the fab work.

This car is being built into a Yenko Clone as stated so there will not be that much body fabrication as the car needs to be stock looking but very clean.

Once we get the car back from Media Blasting we will know how good of a shell we have.

fesler
12-05-2007, 11:53 AM
Car is back and as you can see not bad at all, just a few small rust spots that we will fix and then get started on the build. This should be a sick Camaro we are doing the following parts on the car

Chevy Crate 572 Engine
6 Piston Baer Brakes all way around
19-inch FS901 Fesler wheels
Air Ride Suspension
Ricks SS fuel Tank
Auto Meter Gauges
Goodmark Cowl Hood
Recaro Leather seats
Flowmaster exhaust 3-inch
more coming

MarkM66
12-05-2007, 12:03 PM
What made it a COPO?

Bowtieracing
12-05-2007, 12:19 PM
Thank you Fesler for good and detailed project pics.Keep em coming!!!

HRBS
12-05-2007, 12:52 PM
Wow Chris.... you guys work faster than those guys on TV.
Let me get this straight...
According to the times and descriptions listed:

You picked it up today at 1:41.
Completelty stripped it in 7 mins (1:48pm)
And had it blasted in 5 mins (1:53pm)

Damn bro... thats movin ! :lol:

(sounds like a cool build :thumbsup: )

melman109
12-05-2007, 01:13 PM
Wow Chris.... you guys work faster than those guys on TV.
Let me get this straight...
According to the times and descriptions listed:

You picked it up today at 1:41.
Completelty stripped it in 7 mins (1:48pm)
And had it blasted in 5 mins (1:53pm)

Damn bro... thats movin ! :lol:

(sounds like a cool build :thumbsup: )

I was thinking the same thing :rofl:

fesler
12-05-2007, 01:14 PM
Wow Chris.... you guys work faster than those guys on TV.
Let me get this straight...
According to the times and descriptions listed:

You picked it up today at 1:41.
Completelty stripped it in 7 mins (1:48pm)
And had it blasted in 5 mins (1:53pm)

Damn bro... thats movin ! :lol:

(sounds like a cool build :thumbsup: )

We dont mess around man all work:cheers:

Hdesign
12-05-2007, 01:15 PM
Chris, looks like you have a great car to start with. So judging by the time lapse so far you should be completely done with it by 7:37 tonight right?

fesler
12-05-2007, 01:32 PM
Chris, looks like you have a great car to start with. So judging by the time lapse so far you should be completely done with it by 7:37 tonight right?

OK guys dont go by the timeline, i am tyring to get you all caught up on the build. I will post a few updates a day till we get caught up with the build as we are getting ready to send the car to paint now.

fesler
12-05-2007, 01:43 PM
Here are some shots of fixing some rust on the door and getting the firewall ready to be smoothed out. We do the car right we cut out any and all rust and weld in new metal for a rust free body.

fesler
12-05-2007, 02:24 PM
The Suspension, we removed all the factory suspension and installed the Air Ride Technologies upper and lower control arms up front with the Shock waves so we can get the car low.

Huge 6 piston Baer brakes all the way around

fesler
12-05-2007, 02:31 PM
19X10-inch FS901 Fesler wheels with black centers installed up front

6 Piston Baer brakes installed on the rear custom built Currie 9-inch rear end this car will be able to run a 13.5 wide rear tire if desiered.

fesler
12-05-2007, 02:38 PM
Tubs

The rear of the Camaro is pointless from the factory with the way the rear frame rails are installed any kind of horse power would bend them up so the best thing to do with them is to remove the factory ones and install some good ones that can handle horse power

So we cut out the stock rear frame rails and inner fenders so we can make some new ones that will fit the larger wheels

The rear frame rails will be moved over a bit as well to clear the larger wheels and then we will build some custom sub frame connectors so strengthen the under side of the car

fesler
12-05-2007, 02:46 PM
The Engine

for anyone wondering why we wanted to strenghten the underside of the car maybe this will answer your questions

GM Crate ZZ572 Deluxe engine

stats
620HP on pump gas
650FT
Forged Crank
Forged Pistons
Forged Rods
.623-inches of valve lift
Compression 9.6:1
Rocker arms Aluminum roller style
850CFM carb
Aluminum water pump
will run on 92 octane all day long

Add the Vintage Air Frunt Runner system and its good to go

slyck68
12-05-2007, 02:52 PM
We're not worthy! We're not worthy! :hail:

HRBS
12-05-2007, 04:15 PM
Holy Crap... Ben is right... this thing WILL be done by 7:37pm tonight ! :lol:

Nice work Chris... always like the stuff you do. That green Chevy Truck at SEMA is one of my favorites !

buickfunnycar.com
12-05-2007, 04:33 PM
cool,thanks for the updates,can't wait to see the finished product!:yes:

jack67rs
12-05-2007, 05:11 PM
He had a really cool mustang fastback in bare sheetmetal at the Goodguys Southwest Nats last month. Really nice work!!

redfire69
12-06-2007, 04:07 AM
572/620...couldn't you go bigger LOL!! Awesome picts of the build....

Question, does the lack of an X code denote a COPO. How so? (forgive my lack of knowledge)

Ron

fesler
12-06-2007, 10:14 AM
572/620...couldn't you go bigger LOL!! Awesome picts of the build....

Question, does the lack of an X code denote a COPO. How so? (forgive my lack of knowledge)

Ron

No it does not, I was talking to a customer about a COPO we were doing and put that in here by mistake. This car is a base 1969 Chevy Camaro with no X-Code meaning the early camaro's did not have the X-code late ones do. The X-code is the body tag stating what the car came with from the factory and the early cars did not have this meaning you can turn that car into whatever you want to with the correct parts.

fesler
12-06-2007, 10:36 AM
Radiator & Radiator Support

Here is the new Air Mobile large core billet alluminum radiator for a big Block Chevy Camaro and I will have these in stock and ready to ship if someone out there needs one.

I can send you the radiator and support ready to be installed or you can modify your stock one to fit the radiator and install yourself.

redfire69
12-07-2007, 04:38 AM
No it does not, I was talking to a customer about a COPO we were doing and put that in here by mistake. This car is a base 1969 Chevy Camaro with no X-Code meaning the early camaro's did not have the X-code late ones do. The X-code is the body tag stating what the car came with from the factory and the early cars did not have this meaning you can turn that car into whatever you want to with the correct parts.


Thanks Fesler... I had decoded mine a while ago X44 (base car) with a V8 (3rd position of the VIN).

I used http://www.chevy-camaro.com/chevy-camaro-trim-tag-decode-1969.asp and I hadn't noticed the early 69s had no trim (X) code... thanks...again, awesome build with the "King of all Rats".... Ron

fesler
12-07-2007, 02:21 PM
Tubs anyone

Here are the tubs we built for the new 19X12.5 wheels in the rear, we figure its better to build them to the car then it is to buy them, you get a much better fit and look when completed.


here we start by taking a flat sheet of 18gauge steem and rolling it to fit the inner fender, this will get cut perfect and welded with a clean edge so you cant tell where they start and end.

The cardboard template really cuts down on the cut and re cut time

this is half done now and will post more to show you the rest of what we did to get these this big.

fesler
12-07-2007, 02:25 PM
Tubs

finishing the install and building a cover for the rear suspension

:cheers:

fesler
12-07-2007, 02:29 PM
Low Stance

now you have an idea of how low this car will sit, notice that its sitting on a set of wheel dollies so it will sit a lot lower

Check out the new black Fesler Billet hood hinge and yes they are shipping if you are looking for some.

HRBS
12-07-2007, 05:35 PM
Looks great Chris..... but,
Is that a 2nd Gen. RS Split Bumper in the background ?:wow:

fesler
12-07-2007, 05:43 PM
Looks great Chris..... but,
Is that a 2nd Gen. RS Split Bumper in the background ?:wow:

Yeah we have a few 1st gen and 2nd gen Camaro builds going now, I will post the 2nd gen stuff soon for all to see.

Vegas69
12-07-2007, 05:52 PM
Really impressive work and your website makes my wallet hurt.:D

fesler
12-10-2007, 02:17 PM
572 anyone

Here is the massive 572 GM Crate engine going into the car for final fitment before paint, we have to do a little mods to the fire wall so it will fit the dist with no rubbing problems

with the 4L80E tranny it huge overall and fits perfect well not perfect we have to do some more work to the firewall to fit it just right and I will post those tomorrow we are doing that right now.

customcam
12-10-2007, 06:08 PM
:cool:

Evil_s10
12-16-2007, 10:36 AM
Wow, the quality looks amazing. Those wheels look like they were meant for the camaro!

syborg tt
12-18-2007, 10:56 AM
Yeah we have a few 1st gen and 2nd gen Camaro builds going now, I will post the 2nd gen stuff soon for all to see.

okay i'm waiting for your 2nd gen car build

notorious1970
12-27-2007, 01:05 PM
Looks awesome! Gotta love those 572's. Whens the target completion date?
-derek

tones2SS
12-27-2007, 04:21 PM
CAR LOOKS AWESOME!!!!
That 572 is a BEAST!!!!! Had the pleaseure of hearing one this past summer. WOOOWW!!!!!!!! SERIOUS POWER!!!:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

fesler
02-02-2008, 08:57 AM
Will have the car back from paint in about two weeks and will post more shots. We hope to have the car done and delivered in about 2 months, so thats a full build time in under a year with everything. lots of work but it should be a very cool car when complete

Looks awesome! Gotta love those 572's. Whens the target completion date?
-derek

fesler
02-02-2008, 08:58 AM
I am doing two of them now, will post them up there soon for all to see.


okay i'm waiting for your 2nd gen car build

Sales@Dutchboys
02-02-2008, 10:09 AM
Sweet Project! :thumbsup:

572!!!:willy:


Paul

fesler
03-08-2008, 12:08 PM
OK so we just finsihed with the paint on the Camaro project and check it out, this still needs to be polished but you get the idea of the paint work we do. Notice how the paint looks better than my actual hand in the third picture.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0910.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0919.jpg
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fesler
03-08-2008, 12:15 PM
Here is the engine and all suspension ready to go in now, all suspension is powder coated 50% black to just disapear and not take from the gloss paint

this is a mild build so we are staying with the stock sub-frame and using Air Ride Technologies upper/lower control arms with Shock waves,

The GM performance 572 engine is painted and ready to drop in

For the rear we went with a Currie 9-inch to handle that 572 power

camcojb
03-08-2008, 12:19 PM
OK so we just finsihed with the paint on the Camaro project and check it out, this still needs to be polished but you get the idea of the paint work we do. Notice how the paint looks better than my actual hand in the third picture.


yeah, that is insanely nice. :thumbsup:

Jody

fesler
03-08-2008, 12:25 PM
Time to install the engine and sub-frame to get this thing on the ground,

Here is the GM 4L80E transmission being installed to the 572 BB engine and going into the sub-frame

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0947.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0961.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0979.jpg

fesler
03-08-2008, 12:31 PM
More of the engine and suspension

Vintage Air front runner system being installed

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1020.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1045.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1048.jpg

Baer 6 piston brakes

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1014.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1017.jpg

fesler
03-08-2008, 01:04 PM
Currie rear end going in and Fesler FS901 19X10 & 285/35ZR19 front and 19X12.5 & 345/30ZR19 rear.

We have just over 4 months in this car now and will be showing it at the Delmar show in three weeks so if you guys want to see it in person make sure you swing by our booth.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1055-1.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1065-1.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1088-1.jpg

awr68
03-08-2008, 01:26 PM
Looks great Chris! What mods were done to to fit the front tire/wheel?

camcojb
03-08-2008, 03:40 PM
Looks great Chris! What mods were done to to fit the front tire/wheel?


I would guess they're going to have to limit the turning radius with that combo.

Jody

awr68
03-08-2008, 04:01 PM
I would guess they're going to have to limit the turning radius with that combo.

Jody

Yeah that's just what I was thinking....

Vegas69
03-08-2008, 04:27 PM
Killer work and car... why the stock sub with a 285?

zrrigid
03-08-2008, 07:20 PM
Where did you get those jack stands? I have been looking for some shorts ones that have a screw. Thanks, Ian

Ricochet
03-08-2008, 11:23 PM
Killer work and car... why the stock sub with a 285?


I was thinking the same thing! The car is stellar in every way and I know in typical Fesler fashion the car will sit perfect. Getting rid of stock sub would have incresed the tire capabilties - but also raise the scrub line big time. No disrespect Chris - as I said the car is awesome, just surprised with all the killer stuff on the car the stock frame remains.

fesler
03-09-2008, 08:11 AM
We heat the frame and reshape it just enough to help clear the bigger wheels so that you can run this tire combo on a stock sub-frame no problems. We do it all the time and they sit perfect.

Killer work and car... why the stock sub with a 285?

fesler
03-09-2008, 08:12 AM
Ranger Products there is a link on my link page

Where did you get those jack stands? I have been looking for some shorts ones that have a screw. Thanks, Ian

fesler
03-09-2008, 08:19 AM
I know, I know please keep in mind that every car out there has a budget and sometimes its more important to spend the money in other places to achieve the same look and overall effect.

I am not 100% positive yet that changing the front sub-frame is that much better, I know you get some bennefits to it but for the most part we have gone both ways and I personally like the way the stock sub-frame is.

If I had it my way I would build a custom one like on almost every other car we do but on the Camaros its just not cost effective. These cars sit bitchen and have a killer drive with what mods we do. This is a full frame car now and the client wanted to keep it as stock as possible to the eye, if I change out the sub-frame all thats gone.

I have another Camaro in the works right now that you guys will flip on, nothing on the road like it and it sits 1" off the ground with 3-inch exhaust on it and you cant see the exhaust under the car. Building this one to set new standards. :thumbsup:

I was thinking the same thing! The car is stellar in every way and I know in typical Fesler fashion the car will sit perfect. Getting rid of stock sub would have incresed the tire capabilties - but also raise the scrub line big time. No disrespect Chris - as I said the car is awesome, just surprised with all the killer stuff on the car the stock frame remains.

Vegas69
03-09-2008, 09:09 AM
We heat the frame and reshape it just enough to help clear the bigger wheels so that you can run this tire combo on a stock sub-frame no problems. We do it all the time and they sit perfect.

Very interesting.....I still don't like the crappy old welds on the stock frame. What did you guys run in Orion?

fesler
03-09-2008, 09:25 AM
We take the stock sub frame and clean it all up by welding up holes and smoothing it out, they look good after powdercoat or paint.

We did not build the Orion car so I cant tell you what they did. sorry

Very interesting.....I still don't like the crappy old welds on the stock frame. What did you guys run in Orion?

abadsvt
03-09-2008, 06:26 PM
That camaro looks SWEET! I can't even imagine what a 572 would be like in that little car. I think you should do a little pinstripping on the passenger side interior compartment saying "Sit Down, Shut up, and Hold on":lol: . That would be one hell of a ride. Sweet job so far Chris!

Josh

dodge
03-10-2008, 04:16 PM
DAMNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN that is awesome....well done guys:thumbsup:

7TSS
03-10-2008, 06:27 PM
This build is sick man. Killer paintwork. What are the plans for the top? Or is it being sanded and buffed?

fesler
03-11-2008, 12:32 PM
Its all buffed beautiful black and will post some shots of it this week

This build is sick man. Killer paintwork. What are the plans for the top? Or is it being sanded and buffed?

tones2SS
03-17-2008, 04:39 PM
Can't wait to see the updated pics.
572 in that car?!?!!? MAN!! That is an awesome build.
Keep us posted!!!:thumbsup: :hail: :hail:

fesler
03-17-2008, 05:15 PM
getting the engine ready to run, interior in it and everything else, its full on now as Del Mar is in just over two weeks. So this car will come from paint and be at the show with what we get done. I hope to drive it in but we will see. Insane amount of work for three weeks

Long days :lateral:

whytry
03-18-2008, 04:32 PM
Great looking Camaro. Paint looks great!

fesler
03-20-2008, 06:33 PM
Here is the latest update, carpet is in seats are being installed and rear seat being hand built, headliner going in all hand built custom suade and as you can see its coming together fast

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1272.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1255.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1287.jpg

fesler
03-20-2008, 06:38 PM
here is the headers going in, wire harness we hand built and loomed to look better than new and the Ricks Stainless custom built tank. Should be able to start it soon

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1231.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1187.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1183.jpg

marine02ss
03-20-2008, 08:46 PM
What is that carpet made of and who makes it, doesnt look stock material.It looks awesome,any info?

BLACKJACK
03-20-2008, 09:19 PM
:thumbsup: :hail: 2 COOL..........:bow:

customcam
03-20-2008, 09:31 PM
Simple and to the point! cool build im digging it :thumbsup:

fesler
03-21-2008, 05:29 AM
Its just the highest quality carpet you can buy, like from a mercedes and the way its put in makes it look perfect after forming. The interior is worth almost as much as the paint and most people will say thats crazy but when you drive down the road and feel like you are in a mercedes its worth every penny. If any of you are at Delmar come take a look at it and let us know what you think. :)

What is that carpet made of and who makes it, doesnt look stock material.It looks awesome,any info?

Vegas69
03-21-2008, 08:22 AM
Carpet and seats look great. :yes: Why lap belts in such a high end car?

fesler
03-21-2008, 10:30 AM
they are just in there now to fill the holes for carpet work, not sure what we are going to run yet as I think it needs something very cool. We might build our own set of custom ones and if we do we will offer them up here

Carpet and seats look great. :yes: Why lap belts in such a high end car?

surreyboy
03-21-2008, 01:41 PM
very cool

eric1967
03-21-2008, 07:25 PM
Where are you getting the rear frame rails? Are you making them or buying them from someone? All of your builds are top notch. Thanks for the pics & info.

marine02ss
03-22-2008, 02:25 PM
Where can I order one of those carpets in black,that's what Ive been looking for, for a 68 camaro,Ill buy now.

surreyboy
03-22-2008, 02:29 PM
Ditto, but i assume it was custom made and formed in the car.

fesler
03-23-2008, 08:26 AM
We usually build our own as the ones you can buy will not let you get this wide of a tire on it. I can build another set and may produce them if people are intersted. let me know and we can go from there.

Where are you getting the rear frame rails? Are you making them or buying them from someone? All of your builds are top notch. Thanks for the pics & info.

fesler
03-23-2008, 08:27 AM
That carpet is very expensive and if I told you the price I am sure most of you would run. If you really want a kit like this we might be able to make something up that would be close and you would have to do final fitment with glue and steam. let me know

Where can I order one of those carpets in black,that's what Ive been looking for, for a 68 camaro,Ill buy now.

fesler
03-23-2008, 08:29 AM
They are gone, we are building our own set up now that will look more factory but still be lap belts, Client wants it that way so thats what he gets. It will look good when done. I will post some pics soon

Carpet and seats look great. :yes: Why lap belts in such a high end car?

marine02ss
03-23-2008, 10:10 AM
Just pm me the price and will work something out

70camaroz28
03-30-2008, 07:11 PM
That is one sick ride, sick details and just look at that 572! Nice

trapin
03-31-2008, 12:00 PM
I got to view this car close up when I visited Chris's shop in Arizona last week. It's as bad ass as it looks in the pictures and the quality is top notch. He's got a lot of projects going on and his build quality is right up there with the best. Good guy too, you can tell he is really passionate about this hobby. It was great meeting you Chris. Good luck with the car, I can't wait to see it finished.

Gandalf
03-31-2008, 12:04 PM
If any of you are at Delmar come take a look at it and let us know what you think. :)

:willy: :willy: :willy: :willy:

Oh boy - I can't wait to see this car in person! You guys must be 24x7 to get that ready for this week. See you there!

G.

fesler
05-23-2008, 02:36 PM
Well we are all moved in and have to finish the cars so I figured I would post some updates, we missed the Delmar show even though we did have the car ready to show, not running but show. Unfortunutly we have to move the same weekend to get out of the old shop so we missed a huge show. We will be at the Iowa and Ohio shows coming up next month so look for the big truck set up out there.

Here is our hand built dash with Autometer gauges going in, look sharp in the car

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1394.jpg
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fesler
05-23-2008, 02:52 PM
Here are some more updates on Interior and yes we do it in-house and final assembly, as you notice we have a complete bay for final assembly now so its nice and clean

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1444.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1472.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1432.jpg

More painted parts going together, just look at that black paint
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1459.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1476.jpg

fesler
05-23-2008, 02:58 PM
The body going together and looking like a car now

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1481.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1494.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1546.jpg

fesler
05-24-2008, 06:43 AM
Well after seeing the car all together we named it a few weeks ago. We are going to call it Draco

DOOM
05-24-2008, 05:48 PM
Chris the interior looks AWSOME!!!! Love the rear seat!!Can't wait to see the car done.. :cheers:
Mario

fesler
05-30-2008, 10:43 PM
Chris the interior looks AWSOME!!!! Love the rear seat!!Can't wait to see the car done.. :cheers:
Mario

We will have the car at Columbus if you will be out there you can check it out. Wait till you see the center console it is just sick all metal and leather.:thumbsup:

808cuda
05-31-2008, 03:15 AM
That car is coming together beautiful! Excellent work! :thumbsup:

Would you mind sharing what you use on the underside for durable/chip paint protection? Looks to have a nice sturdy look to it :yes:

fesler
06-12-2008, 12:55 PM
Well the car is about 98% done as we just have the fuel injection to finish, once we get that done we will be loading it in the stacker to start our long trip to Columbus.

I will post all the finished shots of the car and interior once we get all the painted parts back. Wait till you guys see the interior full leather wraped hand built console that just finished it off perfect.

Pictures coming soon

fesler
06-12-2008, 01:35 PM
That car is coming together beautiful! Excellent work! :thumbsup:

Would you mind sharing what you use on the underside for durable/chip paint protection? Looks to have a nice sturdy look to it :yes:

No problem we use Wurth SKS and it is paintable, looks good

tjbruning
06-12-2008, 04:38 PM
We will have the car at Columbus if you will be out there you can check it out. Wait till you see the center console it is just sick all metal and leather.:thumbsup:

looking forward to it :thumbsup:

Denvervet
06-12-2008, 05:48 PM
Did you have to modify the headers to get them to work? I've been told only Lemon's are a bolt on for the 572 with stock subframe. BTW I got a chance to see the shop last month and what a nice professional appearing shop. It is obvious you guys are very detail oriented and make some really sharp...I mean sick.... modified cars.:thumbsup:

surreyboy
06-12-2008, 05:52 PM
i have dynatech headers on a 572 with a stock subframe without problems

redfire69
06-13-2008, 06:33 AM
Chris the interior looks AWSOME!!!! Love the rear seat!!Can't wait to see the car done.. :cheers:
Mario

X2 - awesome rear seat!!

abadsvt
06-13-2008, 08:58 AM
Everything is looks very nice!! You guys do beautiful work!!!!!!:thumbsup:

One question though. I noticed the exhaust pics but was curious if you are using an x or h pipe? Thanks

fesler
06-13-2008, 10:34 AM
Here are some shots of the Metal Console we built for it

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1634.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1656.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1665.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1697.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1688.jpg

syborg tt
06-13-2008, 11:41 AM
Incredible looking - you guys do some great work.

oorange67
06-13-2008, 12:19 PM
Looks Killer can't wait to see the whole thing completed!!!!!

fesler
06-16-2008, 12:28 PM
Here are some shots of the car coming together so we can take it to Columbus.

Headlights and doors
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1564.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1570.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1578.jpg

Trunk area ready for carpet
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1584.jpg

SS Radiator hose
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1598.jpg

fesler
06-16-2008, 12:34 PM
Here is a shot of the engine no where close
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1604.jpg
Fuel Injection system
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1723.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1752.jpg

Seats
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1613.jpg

Center console all metal hand built
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1711.jpg

monza
06-16-2008, 12:42 PM
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Looking amazing! Lots of very cool stuff, don't know why but I particularly love the SS rad hose.

GHOSTDANCER
06-16-2008, 12:43 PM
Excellent work. It looks great :thumbsup: :cheers:

syborg tt
06-16-2008, 01:10 PM
Looing good

fesler
06-16-2008, 01:11 PM
More progress

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1859.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1862.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2069.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2064.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2057.jpg

fesler
06-16-2008, 02:13 PM
Here are some shots of the engine and intake cover

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1906.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1943.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2047.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2052.jpg

awr68
06-16-2008, 06:36 PM
Great looking car and progress!!

fesler
06-16-2008, 07:41 PM
Almost there ready to go just need to finish some paint work and tune


http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2008.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2003.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2077.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2079.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2076.jpg

fesler
06-16-2008, 09:47 PM
X2 - awesome rear seat!!


I would say the rear seat and center console are my favorite parts on the car, the rear seat is all hand built to hide the tubs and make it look like a stock style rear seat. I think we really nailed the look as the tubs come in about 3 inches on each side. The seat is tight for tall guys but for the kids its perfect.

Lenie
06-17-2008, 12:00 AM
Chris, I'm in awwwhhhhh. Just an absolutely nasty car, and yes I have questions for you but I'll PM them down the road. Again, the intake cover, the rear seat and the paint, Unbelievable.
Lenie

fesler
06-17-2008, 09:07 AM
Chris, I'm in awwwhhhhh. Just an absolutely nasty car, and yes I have questions for you but I'll PM them down the road. Again, the intake cover, the rear seat and the paint, Unbelievable.
Lenie

Thanks we worked hard on this one. :thumbsup:

abadsvt
06-17-2008, 09:48 AM
In post #107 the second picture is such a beautiful pic. You really nailed the stance!!:woot: Great Job

fesler
06-17-2008, 10:03 AM
In post #107 the second picture is such a beautiful pic. You really nailed the stance!!:woot: Great Job

thanks we wanted it low but not low enough to sit on the ground and mess it up. I think we got the perfect stance with enough room to clear things.

fesler
06-19-2008, 02:54 PM
Here it is almost ready to be loaded

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Camaroengineblow.jpg

Stang's Bane
06-19-2008, 03:16 PM
I love this car. Completely bad-ass:hail:

ironworks
06-19-2008, 03:46 PM
I think you put too much clear on the hood.

Looks really good.

Rodger

DOOM
06-19-2008, 05:35 PM
Here it is almost ready to be loaded

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Camaroengineblow.jpg

Chris I do'nt think you have enough BLACK on this car !!! It needs a little more..:yes: The car is bad a@# :wow: :faint:

fesler
06-19-2008, 06:08 PM
Chris I do'nt think you have enough BLACK on this car !!! It needs a little more..:yes: The car is bad a@# :wow: :faint:

Its funny you say that because everything else is getting blacked out now. I should have called it murdered out with all the black. :cheers:

DOOM
06-19-2008, 06:22 PM
Chris any chance this car will be at the GOODGUYS in Chicago in September??

fesler
06-19-2008, 06:30 PM
Chris any chance this car will be at the GOODGUYS in Chicago in September??

No it will be at Iowa and Ohio and back to the west coast till SEMA. I will post where it will be but if you are going to SEMA you can see it there as well.

dodge
06-19-2008, 07:04 PM
Well done guys...:hail: :hail:

youthpastor
06-19-2008, 07:48 PM
way to set the bar high...beautiful car, love the eng compartment...very clean car:cheers: -Chris

fesler
06-19-2008, 09:18 PM
way to set the bar high...beautiful car, love the eng compartment...very clean car:cheers: -Chris

Thanks that was the goal to raise the level that these cars are being built on, we have another one right now being built that makes this car look stock. We will post pics of that one soon.

monza
06-19-2008, 09:22 PM
Everything is totally sick, amazing job and thanks for all the pics and updates!!:thumbsup:

Mick Mc
06-19-2008, 10:23 PM
Here are some shots of the engine and intake cover

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1906.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img1943.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2047.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img2052.jpg

There was so much green tape on the car when I was there, I almost forgot what color the car really was.
Hard to beat a black car.
Can't wait to see it in Columbus.

Chris
Which hotel are you staying at?

Mick

fesler
06-20-2008, 03:40 PM
There was so much green tape on the car when I was there, I almost forgot what color the car really was.
Hard to beat a black car.
Can't wait to see it in Columbus.

Chris
Which hotel are you staying at?

Mick

We are at the Embassy Suites not sure how far that is but we will be there.

notorious1970
06-20-2008, 05:33 PM
Looking great. Love that intake. Heres to the 572! :hail:
See ya in columbus
-derek

01somta
06-20-2008, 06:20 PM
Love the car!!! What fuel injection kit is that?

fesler
06-22-2008, 02:27 PM
We went to Imagine Injection and they custom built us one that we would be able to build a cool cover for. I will post some shots of the painted cover soon. It looks cool with the engine cover on it.

fesler
06-22-2008, 02:29 PM
Looking great. Love that intake. Heres to the 572! :hail:
See ya in columbus
-derek

Yeah I look forward to these two cars sitting next to each other. The Nova is sick and the build work from Troy is top notch like always. Will be a fun show for sure and we will see you guys out there.

fesler
06-29-2008, 04:28 PM
69 done and ready to be loaded for the trip

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0105.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0139.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0038.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0108.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0121.jpg

fesler
06-29-2008, 04:29 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0054.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0048.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0042.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0149.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0155.jpg

fesler
06-29-2008, 04:30 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0061.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0068.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0130.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0133.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0145.jpg

radrambler
06-29-2008, 05:28 PM
fesler

looks super slick....:thumbsup:


radrambler

bucks69
06-29-2008, 05:29 PM
Amazing work Chris. I might have missed it but what was the brake and rotor specs?

fesler
06-29-2008, 10:01 PM
Amazing work Chris. I might have missed it but what was the brake and rotor specs?


Baer 6 piston large brake set up front and rear with 15-inch rotors

camcojb
06-30-2008, 12:25 AM
do you have any pics of the car at normal ride height?

Jody

96z28ss
06-30-2008, 01:07 PM
Yeah whats normal ride height? The headers are touching the ground.

DOOM
06-30-2008, 01:44 PM
Chris your killing me!! I said it before I'll say it again BEAUTIFUL:wow: Hey wait a minute that thing looks familiar where did I see this car.....
Mario

fesler
06-30-2008, 02:15 PM
Yeah whats normal ride height? The headers are touching the ground.


Air bags guys plenty of room to drive when up. will show it being loaded in the trailer later

Ricochet
06-30-2008, 02:40 PM
As always from you guys, nice work!! :thumbsup: The only issue I can possibly see though are the headers hang way down there!! Even at ride height they will be down there.

As far as the overall car - Typical Fesler. Amazing!! Paint, body and fitment looks flawless!! Oh yeah...Your photo skills aren't half bad either!! :rofl:

Have fun in Columbus!!

Brent

JoshSS
07-01-2008, 10:02 AM
WOW! nice 69!! :thumbsup: I can't wait to see it at the goodguys show in des moines

G-Body
07-01-2008, 09:36 PM
This Car is super str8 and sweet.......But theres a few things that bother me just a few because it is really sweet, but the value covers are just painted black and were not smoothed up the texturing dosen't work on a car this smooth plus do we really need to see that its a 572. And the exaust looks like an after thought its hanging down wayyyyy to low under car be much smoother designed to fit up in the chassis, Nice car indeed just these details makes the car looked rushed! :D

syborg tt
07-01-2008, 09:59 PM
Chris,

The car looks incredible.

Okay, People really I know we all want to pass judgement on everyone car. Heck I can look at my project and tell you what I would do over.

You have to remember this is a customers car and I am sure there was a budget and time constrants. So you can't do everything, you have to do everything that is within the customers budget.

Just currious how many people have actually had a custom exhaust built for there car. I am certain only few on this board have. It's not hard to get over 5 grand in time and materials.

70TWO NOVA
07-01-2008, 11:01 PM
Dare i say it, that thing is nicer than Fuel! :thumbsup:

Sales@Dutchboys
07-02-2008, 12:10 AM
Im sorry...but i havent posted on here in like a long time....but I just think that if you dont have anything nicer or even close...then you really should keep your mouth shut. ok. come on these threads people post are because they are happy with what they turned out. nor just put on here so people that dont have **** to bash their cars....come on. lets all just be HAPPY!

The Car Looks Great Guys!


Thanks

Paul

DOOM
07-02-2008, 05:55 AM
Im sorry...but i havent posted on here in like a long time....but I just think that if you dont have anything nicer or even close...then you really should keep your mouth shut. ok. come on these threads people post are because they are happy with what they turned out. nor just put on here so people that dont have **** to bash their cars....come on. lets all just be HAPPY!

The Car Looks Great Guys!


Thanks

Paul

Well said :thumbsup:

DOOM
07-02-2008, 05:57 AM
Dare i say it, that thing is nicer than Fuel! :thumbsup:

Easy now.......:lol:

70TWO NOVA
07-02-2008, 11:09 AM
Easy now.......:lol:

okay okay.....point taken.
Not meaning to "bash" anyone, just compare one nice car to another nice one. No disrespect to Fuel or its creators, just a friendly comment thats all, I opologize if I ruffled any feathers! after all, its just ones opinion which i figured we were all entitled to here. lol

G-Body
07-02-2008, 07:34 PM
By no means is anyone smacking on a car let alone this sweet car but lets be honest at least. i beleive opions should be welcome and rudeness not aloud. sure everyone strokes egos here but but i think we are all mature enough to handle some honesty and open mindness.

70TWO NOVA
07-02-2008, 07:49 PM
By no means is anyone smacking on a car let alone this sweet car but lets be honest at least. i beleive opions should be welcome and rudeness not aloud. sure everyone strokes egos here but but i think we are all mature enough to handle some honesty and open mindness.

That is all my comment was....a simple opinion. I can honestly say I meant no harm by it and was just using Fuel as a watermark of High Quality Camaros to judge Feslers Camaro by (if anything i would think that would be a flattering comment for the builders/owner of Fuel). That is all, I opologize if I offended anyone. Opinions should be welcome as long as they ar constructive.

Vegas69
07-02-2008, 08:49 PM
To say one is nicer than the other is shooting from right field. Without seeing them both in person thats impossible to judge. Personal taste comes into play as well. Both fantastic builds and would be proud to own either.

MarkM66
07-03-2008, 04:30 AM
By no means is anyone smacking on a car let alone this sweet car but lets be honest at least. i beleive opions should be welcome and rudeness not aloud. sure everyone strokes egos here but but i think we are all mature enough to handle some honesty and open mindness.

On the other had, unless someone specifically states they're looking for critique, maybe you should keep it to yourself.

Perhaps less people will post pics of their projects in fear of the "experts" giving their 2 cents.

JMO.

tellyv
07-03-2008, 07:13 AM
my dad said this to me at one point in my life "If we all had the same taste we would all be after the same woman" I think it looks killer!!!!

comp-spec
07-03-2008, 08:55 AM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0061.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0068.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0130.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0133.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Draco/Img0145.jpg

Bad ass guys good luck

JayR
07-03-2008, 09:10 AM
Anybody willing to drag that car from AZ to OH at nearly $5/gallon deserves a handshake and a thank you for making the show that much better. It's already an incredible show and picking a Top 5 will be extremely difficult regardless of who you think should win and making a commitment to bring another high end car all the way across the Country for us to look at deserves respect no matter what he brings home on Sunday.

I will be by Friday for my handshake and to say thank you. I suggest more guys with and especially guys without cars shooting for the Top 5 do the same because the show wouldn't be as great without cars and committed people like this.

Drive carefully, guys

Leadfoot1
07-03-2008, 03:39 PM
Where are you getting the rear frame rails? Are you making them or buying them from someone? All of your builds are top notch. Thanks for the pics & info.

Just went thru the whole thing. Nice car.

I'm glad you used the original subframe! (since it works just FINE!) It reflects a discussion that was had in the suspension forum that ended in a war at some point between people that like (can) to throw cash for nothing and people with more sense than cash.... I like the fact you're showing it can be done and how!

Eric, the rails are competition engineering (unless i'm in error, which i would really doubt) and go for about 250$, you need to use the comp eng weld in connectors or build your own too (Custom connectors are MUCH cleaner) but the frame rails are nice.

Chris, since you used the rails, how did you attach the front point of the lower suspension arms? I have seen no pictures of that?

Again, Nice car!

Lead. :cheers:

ccracin
07-03-2008, 05:38 PM
Anybody willing to drag that car from AZ to OH at nearly $5/gallon deserves a handshake and a thank you for making the show that much better. It's already an incredible show and picking a Top 5 will be extremely difficult regardless of who you think should win and making a commitment to bring another high end car all the way across the Country for us to look at deserves respect no matter what he brings home on Sunday.

I will be by Friday for my handshake and to say thank you. I suggest more guys with and especially guys without cars shooting for the Top 5 do the same because the show wouldn't be as great without cars and committed people like this.

Drive carefully, guys

Very well said Jason. I'll see you guys there! I can't wait. You would think I was 5 waiting for Christmas morning! :willy:

fesler
07-03-2008, 10:10 PM
Hey everyone we are at the Iowa Goodguys show and I have to say that I really appreciate all the comments good and bad.I look forward to meeting any and all of you at these two shows "Iowa and Ohio" Everyone keep this in mind, I am not only the builder but I am also the photographer so it would have been very easy for me to shoot this car at an very different angle to hide the exhaust, given the car a false representation. I did not do this because it is what it is and we are very happy with the way it turned out and no matter who the builder or what the build there is always more that could have been done than there is money to pay for. I will post some shots of the first show tomorrow. Thanks

fesler
07-03-2008, 10:11 PM
Just went thru the whole thing. Nice car.

I'm glad you used the original subframe! (since it works just FINE!) It reflects a discussion that was had in the suspension forum that ended in a war at some point between people that like (can) to throw cash for nothing and people with more sense than cash.... I like the fact you're showing it can be done and how!

Eric, the rails are competition engineering (unless i'm in error, which i would really doubt) and go for about 250$, you need to use the comp eng weld in connectors or build your own too (Custom connectors are MUCH cleaner) but the frame rails are nice.

Chris, since you used the rails, how did you attach the front point of the lower suspension arms? I have seen no pictures of that?

Again, Nice car!

Lead. :cheers:

I will post pics when we return to show you what we did. Its all custom and clean.

fesler
07-03-2008, 10:12 PM
Anybody willing to drag that car from AZ to OH at nearly $5/gallon deserves a handshake and a thank you for making the show that much better. It's already an incredible show and picking a Top 5 will be extremely difficult regardless of who you think should win and making a commitment to bring another high end car all the way across the Country for us to look at deserves respect no matter what he brings home on Sunday.I will be by Friday for my handshake and to say thank you. I suggest more guys with and especially guys without cars shooting for the Top 5 do the same because the show wouldn't be as great without cars and committed people like this.Drive carefully, guysLook forward to meeting you its been a long haul and the gas hurts. But we made it to the first show and are all set up now. I will post some shots tomorrow

fesler
07-03-2008, 10:17 PM
This Car is super str8 and sweet.......But theres a few things that bother me just a few because it is really sweet, but the value covers are just painted black and were not smoothed up the texturing dosen't work on a car this smooth plus do we really need to see that its a 572. And the exaust looks like an after thought its hanging down wayyyyy to low under car be much smoother designed to fit up in the chassis, Nice car indeed just these details makes the car looked rushed! :D

It is what it is and this is what the Client wanted, he really could care less what you or I think. He wanted the car built a certain way and we did what he asked us to do. No more no less and this is the out come like it or not.

Do I wish we could have done things a different way sure but I am still happy with the way it turned out. I am very happy with it because he is happy with it and told us we did better than expected. What more can I ask for?

1970cuda
07-03-2008, 10:45 PM
I have had a chance to see this car in person. I can say that it is an incredible car and I would love to have it. When the air ride is up at drive height the headers have a lot of clearance. The paint and fit and finish is stellar. The shop is also stellar. Chris has worked hard and has a came a long way since I first met him about ten years ago. Congrates

J2SpeedandCustom
07-04-2008, 06:56 AM
I am very happy with it because he is happy with it and told us we did better than expected. What more can I ask for?

That right there is what your after exceeding expectations! Love the car Chris can't wait to see it. :thumbsup:

sniper
07-04-2008, 11:58 AM
I did not do this because it is what it is and we are very happy with the way it turned out and no matter who the builder or what the build there is always more that could have been done than there is money to pay for.

Some people, for some reason think that every project has an open check book. People are so used to seeing these uber high dollar cars, that a really nice car that is not perfect, gets scrutinized for not having certain things done to it, because of the expectation that is out there. I blame all the one week, 500 man, tv build shows for a lot of this perception.

Man, the car looks great. BUt, I think a little more black would have been better. :unibrow:

fesler
07-05-2008, 10:54 AM
Some people, for some reason think that every project has an open check book. People are so used to seeing these uber high dollar cars, that a really nice car that is not perfect, gets scrutinized for not having certain things done to it, because of the expectation that is out there. I blame all the one week, 500 man, tv build shows for a lot of this perception. *Man, the car looks great. BUt, I think a little more black would have been better. :unibrow:You said it, the TV is what kills this, everyone thinks you can paint a car in a day and we all know that maybe 30 people can do it. If we could do that we could all turn cars in a few weeks but I think the overall project would suffer just a little I think. :lol:

71dusterjon
07-05-2008, 01:52 PM
just curious if me and my brother in law would be able to stop by in a few weeks to check out your camaro. we live over in Fountain Hills.

Jon

fesler
07-05-2008, 07:17 PM
Loading to go to Iowa

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/Img2501.jpg
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fesler
07-05-2008, 07:18 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/Img2515.jpg
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fesler
07-05-2008, 07:19 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/Img2526.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/Img2524.jpg

fesler
07-05-2008, 07:25 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/CIMG3662.jpg
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fesler
07-05-2008, 07:26 PM
As you can see we hit some nice weather in Iowa, we hit two large storms on the way and it took us about 22 hours to get to the first stop. Goodguys Iowa and as you can imagine the Gas prices were just awesome. It took me 4 tanks to get to the first show and I have another state to go and then the nice long drive home.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/CIMG3757.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/CIMG3765.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/CIMG3767.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/CIMG3775.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/CIMG3783.jpg

We load on Sunday to head over to Columbus

fesler
07-05-2008, 07:39 PM
So today at the first show with the Blazer and Camaro they both won something. The Blazer got nominated for Truck of the year and the Camaro won the Pros Pick :thumbsup:. I think that is a good turn out for the first competition and there were some nice cars there. I will post pics tomorrow when I get them downloaded.

The weather here is just great now, I guess a few weeks ago the area we are staying in was over 3 feet in water downtown. Sand bags everywhere so you know it was bad. The river by our hotel is way up almost to the edge but they say it is going down now. Cool town and the people are great

waynieZ
07-05-2008, 08:24 PM
Congratulations on the show. Thats an awesome rig you have there.
Wayne

badmatt
07-05-2008, 08:54 PM
Nice.

Mr Fesler what are the cost's of a set of 20x8" 903's

Lenie
07-05-2008, 10:48 PM
Chris, congratulations and good luck with the rest of the shows. I know any of us would be ecstatic to own either of those vehicles.:yes:

JETSET700
07-07-2008, 07:22 AM
I've followed all these build posts on this car you have gone
the full distance on everything! So many details that are
real functional. That interior is very cool. I live nearby &
would like to see it at some point in person.

Peter

notorious1970
07-08-2008, 11:04 AM
wow that sky looks scary. Awesome rig you got there. Have a save ride to Columbus. :thumbsup:

fesler
07-08-2008, 04:34 PM
Here are some shots from Sunday.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7285.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7287.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7290.jpg

fesler
07-08-2008, 04:35 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7291.jpg
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fesler
07-08-2008, 04:36 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7297.jpg
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fesler
07-08-2008, 04:37 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7308.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7399.jpg

70TWO NOVA
07-08-2008, 04:38 PM
insane! great work! :thumbsup:

fesler
07-08-2008, 04:39 PM
yeah we can drive it low super low and drive it.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7378.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7386.jpg

Here is what we won.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7418.jpg

70TWO NOVA
07-08-2008, 04:41 PM
must be proud

dodge
07-08-2008, 05:04 PM
Well done guys :cheers:

GHOSTDANCER
07-08-2008, 05:37 PM
Well deserved,excellent work :thumbsup: :cheers:

fesler
07-08-2008, 07:54 PM
Thanks guys, yeah not bad for the first show for both we are in Columbus and looking forward to the show out here. Going to be a good one.

fesler
07-08-2008, 08:15 PM
Well we arrived in Columbus last night at about 9pm after driving all day so we have a few days to just relax and catch up. We load our booth tomorrow.

Leaving Iowa for Columbus
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7513.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/CIMG3871.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/CIMG3899.jpg

awr68
07-08-2008, 09:35 PM
Congrats! Love the new tow rig!!

DG.
07-09-2008, 09:30 AM
I normally don't post that much here, just spend my time looking. But I am really impressed with the Fesler Built brand. Congratulate yourself for creating automotive art!

Ricochet
07-09-2008, 09:50 AM
Really digging those radiators supprt bars on the Camaro. Nice touch! :thumbsup: Congrats on the awards & making it ot Columbus!

Brent

fesler
07-09-2008, 04:05 PM
I normally don't post that much here, just spend my time looking. But I am really impressed with the Fesler Built brand. Congratulate yourself for creating automotive art!Thanks we have been at this for a long time now.

fesler
07-09-2008, 04:06 PM
Really digging those radiators supprt bars on the Camaro. Nice touch! :thumbsup: Congrats on the awards & making it ot Columbus!

Brent

We now sell the radiator support bars so if you are intersted in a set let me know. We will have them for all the cars very soon

6D9
07-09-2008, 05:04 PM
Killer build...........Man you can build some incredible machines....:bow:

fesler
07-12-2008, 06:33 PM
Heres were we blew a bag on the Blazer 40 min before we had to be in the PP area.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7524.jpg
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fesler
07-12-2008, 06:38 PM
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7547.jpg

dodge
07-12-2008, 06:41 PM
NICE pics..i would be happy with either of the rides you just posted up:thumbsup: ...unfortunate that you had the problem with the bag

fesler
07-12-2008, 06:42 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7548.jpg
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fesler
07-12-2008, 06:45 PM
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fesler
07-12-2008, 06:48 PM
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fesler
07-12-2008, 06:50 PM
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fesler
07-12-2008, 06:54 PM
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fesler
07-12-2008, 07:13 PM
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fesler
07-12-2008, 07:17 PM
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7608.jpg

fesler
07-12-2008, 07:22 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7613.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7639.jpg

fesler
07-12-2008, 07:24 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7636.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7673.jpg

monza
07-12-2008, 07:24 PM
WOW the line up of cars at that show is jaw dropping..... A must see one day hopefully!
Thanks for posting.

fesler
07-12-2008, 07:28 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7674.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7696.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7690.jpg

Roger M
07-12-2008, 07:32 PM
Thanks for taking the time to post the pictures! Very nice.:thumbsup:

fesler
07-12-2008, 08:15 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7721.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7726.jpg
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http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7796.jpg

radrambler
07-12-2008, 09:07 PM
chris

thanks for posting those great pics...
the blazer is wicked....

radrambler

fleetus macmullitz
07-12-2008, 09:48 PM
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7630.jpg
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj73/FeslerBuilt/Columbus/6T8X7631.jpg


If anyone knows who did this Nomad's interior, please post that info....thanks.

GHOSTDANCER
07-12-2008, 11:07 PM
Thank you 4 the pics :cheers:

fesler
07-13-2008, 05:12 AM
I have the guys card from the nomad if you are intersted contact me and I will get you his info. The car was sick and could have been top 5 with no problem the details were very cool.

I will also post more pics today

DOOM
07-13-2008, 10:10 AM
Chris
You have to come to Chicago !!!! Whats it going to take?? Heck I'll put you up and feed ya,anything to get you to bring these cars.. Anyway the Blazer and the Camaro look great !!! I know Razor took the prize and is just awsome no question:hail: But yours and ALL the others are just as deserving in my opinion! How in the heck can you pick one from the other:wow: Well thanx again for all the pictures,and have a safe ride home....

Mario

G-Body
07-13-2008, 02:22 PM
U think the interior was great in that 55 you should of seen the engine off the chains nice. every bolt was hidden on the fenders and rad. support etc just amazing

Ronny
07-13-2008, 04:56 PM
Great pics :thumbsup:

Hope to see "Draco" and the Blazer at SEMA :)

TravisB
07-13-2008, 05:31 PM
If anyone knows who did this Nomad's interior, please post that info....thanks.

The builder did his own interior.

fleetus macmullitz
07-13-2008, 07:22 PM
Wonder if that's a trend ...like Diver's did Ferrambo.

GHOSTDANCER
07-13-2008, 11:51 PM
video of the Blazer in this thread

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?p=156662#post156662

adynes
07-14-2008, 06:53 PM
Chris
You have to come to Chicago !!!! Whats it going to take??

+1 :thumbsup:

fesler
07-18-2008, 03:45 PM
Chris
You have to come to Chicago !!!! Whats it going to take?? Heck I'll put you up and feed ya,anything to get you to bring these cars.. Anyway the Blazer and the Camaro look great !!! I know Razor took the prize and is just awsome no question:hail: But yours and ALL the others are just as deserving in my opinion! How in the heck can you pick one from the other:wow: Well thanx again for all the pictures,and have a safe ride home....

Mario

Thanks guys we would love to come to Chicago and maybe we can set something up to get out that way. What shows did you have in mind out there so we can figure it out.

fesler
07-18-2008, 04:00 PM
Well I have to say that it was a great year out at Columbus and yes we did have a ton of fun. The fact that we did not win anything is OK and that is the way it goes. I have a ton more pictures I will post up here from our long haul home with the final shots of the car so everyone can see the car completed. This one will be delivered in the next few weeks and its on to some new builds.

We are working on the following

1970 Chevelle SS
1966 Mustang GT
1970 Nova SS
1965 Vette
1969 Camaro another project
1955 Chevy
1968 Dodge Charger

and a few others that we are not ready to show yet.

I would like to thank all that we met out at the show and hope to see you guys around at more shows. Good luck to all :lateral:

70 chevelle
07-18-2008, 04:56 PM
If you decide to come to Chicago please post it. I'd love to see your work in person.

GM Muscle
07-18-2008, 04:57 PM
chris,
pms are full
brantley:cheers:

DOOM
07-19-2008, 07:33 AM
Thanks guys we would love to come to Chicago and maybe we can set something up to get out that way. What shows did you have in mind out there so we can figure it out.

Hi Chris
Our GOODGUY'S SHOW is in September. Man it would be great to see you there. The show is at the Chicagoland speedway,last year was the first and it was awsome!! The turnout was unreal,people were still comming in as the show was closing. We also have our Super Chevy at the Route 66 drag strip(with is next to the speedway) that I think is in August.Goodguy's would be the one if you could make it. I no it cost a fortune to make these trips,but it would be nice to see your cars and you there!!:cheers:
Mario

fesler
01-03-2009, 06:25 AM
We just did a ton more work to the car and it will be in our booth at Barrett Jackson for any of you that want to stop by and see the car. I will post some new updates on the car very soon.