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68protouring454
10-21-2008, 04:19 PM
i was gonna say, it didn't look like the 1/4 area was that low, nice work pete, looking killer as always.
having fun yet?

comp-spec
10-21-2008, 04:22 PM
The fun is over...heading home for supper. Starts again tomorrow, Chuck's coming up to shoot some more pics of the repairs for the mag.

68protouring454
10-21-2008, 05:02 PM
cool, good luck you deserve all the recognition you can get, hell tony should let you have the car awhile and show it.

awr68
10-21-2008, 06:17 PM
the first builder did the 1/4's also? or where they on there?


Jake I did the quarters and tail panel .....

awr68
10-21-2008, 06:18 PM
The fun is over...heading home for supper. Starts again tomorrow, Chuck's coming up to shoot some more pics of the repairs for the mag.

Is Chuck coming up Wed or Thurs??

Never mind, I just re-read your PM...Wednesday!

Thanks for taking care of all the issues!! :thumbsup:

Spiffav8
10-21-2008, 08:01 PM
Jake I did the quarters and tail panel .....

Most guys would have kept that little bit of info to them self. Then again I know it was the first time you had ever done that kind of thing and it was pretty good for a first time. :_paranoid





:captain:

awr68
10-21-2008, 10:02 PM
I guess I'm a big boy and can let to world know I did most of the metal work on my car....hey I did the best I could! ;)

And I didn't want Chris to take the fall for some work I did that might not be perfect....but in my mind I did a pretty decent job and it shouldn't have taken a ton of mud to cover up.

bigtyme1
10-21-2008, 10:32 PM
Stick to Drywall:lol: After what we went thru tonight over the phone while I was trying to line up this dam sheet metal I can't say a word.

It's the love of the game my friend. :thumbsup:

tones2SS
10-22-2008, 04:07 AM
Keep up the great work Pete and keep us updated.
Tony's gonna have an awesome car!!:thumbsup: :cheers:

68protouring454
10-22-2008, 06:03 AM
tony, i did not mean the work was sub par, i just wondered if he did it also. the only thing i dont like personally is the welded rear window filler panel seam, but theres tons of other guys who do it and love it.
sorry if i offended you

Vegas69
10-22-2008, 06:27 AM
Keep up the good work Pete.....you know I would really like to see.....kidding!

BRIAN
10-22-2008, 06:59 AM
Hard to judge metal work from picture but your attempt looks pretty good. The only way to get a perfect hidden seam is either gas or tig so you can work the weld area. Mig is just too hard. There is worse work under $300k cars.

If their orange Camaro is any indication it will look killer.

comp-spec
10-22-2008, 09:26 AM
Keep up the good work Pete.....you know I would really like to see.....kidding!

It stripped ? .......... LoL

GMracer
10-22-2008, 10:30 AM
it's looking good! I love progress pics :thumbsup:

comp-spec
10-22-2008, 04:22 PM
Well I made my decision today to strip Tony's car completely. After getting into the car a little deeper, I thought about it for a while and feel there is some other spots that the body work just looks to thick to me.

I feel the best thing to do is to strip it completely and start fresh from the metal work up. That way we'll know exactly what we have under the paint.

In the future if Tony needs touchup from scratches or dents it will be a much easier repair as the material won't be as thick as what's on there right now.

mtlinvtns
10-22-2008, 05:02 PM
Pete, the car looks like it is alot more involved than most people thought. When there is that much plastic on there you probably should strip it all down. You don't need that to crack down the road, and make your work look bad. Props to you for doing a great job. If you need anything just give me a call. Thanks Jon.:thumbsup:

awr68
10-22-2008, 05:37 PM
Well I made my decision today to strip Tony's car completely. After getting into the car a little deeper, I thought about it for a while and feel there is some other spots that the body work just looks to thick to me.

I feel the best thing to do is to strip it completely and start fresh from the metal work up. That way we'll know exactly what we have under the paint.

In the future if Tony needs touchup from scratches or dents it will be a much easier repair as the material won't be as thick as what's on there right now.


Best news I heard all day! Thanks!! :woot:

Pete and I had a long phone conversation today going over some details and at the end I got the feeling we both really thought the car should be stripped. It's the only real way to know what we have and it would be a shame to put one of his killer paint jobs over questionable body work. The only pics Chris didn't give me was of the mud work, so I really have no idea what's under the two paint jobs. At least this way we will know exactly what we have and there will be far less material on the car...and that's exactly why I stripped the car in the first place...all those years ago!


Thanks again Pete and crew!! And to Mario as he's been talking to Pete about handling the material bill. These guys keep their word!! Just too cool!! :hail: :lateral: :cheers:

BTW, Pete added my car to his projects page!
Take a look! (http://www.competition-specialties.com/68camaro2.htm)

awr68
10-22-2008, 05:49 PM
tony, i did not mean the work was sub par, i just wondered if he did it also. the only thing i dont like personally is the welded rear window filler panel seam, but theres tons of other guys who do it and love it.
sorry if i offended you

No worries Jake, we're cool!

Vegas69
10-22-2008, 06:01 PM
You can't beat that....I would be breathing a sigh of relief knowing Comp Specialties is building it from the base up. You are one lucky dude Anthony. I am so glad I had Prodigy take mine down to bare steel. It's the foundation that makes all the difference in the long run. A little delay but well worth the wait. Bad news is your going to Sema and that will hurt your pocket a little more.:D

68protouring454
10-22-2008, 06:02 PM
great work pete!!!
tony you must be stoked, now your gonna have to lock down your garage with cameras and retina scanners for entry lol

awr68
10-22-2008, 06:14 PM
great work pete!!!
tony you must be stoked, now your gonna have to lock down your garage with cameras and retina scanners for entry lol

Yeah it's pretty increadable! The car is going to so damn nice!! I'm a REAL happy guy...that's for sure!! :D

awr68
10-22-2008, 06:18 PM
You can't beat that....I would be breathing a sigh of relief knowing Comp Specialties is building it from the base up. You are one lucky dude Anthony. I am so glad I had Prodigy take mine down to bare steel. It's the foundation that makes all the difference in the long run. A little delay but well worth the wait. Bad news is your going to Sema and that will hurt your pocket a little more.:D


Yeah SEMA costs a bit, but Jen and I treat it as our one trip away per year....pretty understanding woman I tell ya!!

Yeah knowing Pete will be doing it from the ground up now makes me real happy! This will make for a small delay, but we most certainly can deal with that to have a solid car!

Spiffav8
10-22-2008, 06:42 PM
Wow...what a day! Sounds like Pete made a good decision. Just more proof that he's the kind of guy that does the job right no matter what. :yes: I think this has gotten bigger than he expected and I applaud him for sticking with 100%.

:cheers:

awr68
10-22-2008, 06:59 PM
Wow...what a day! Sounds like Pete made a good decision. Just more proof that he's the kind of guy that does the job right no matter what. :yes: I think this has gotten bigger than he expected and I applaud him for sticking with 100%.

:cheers:

Well said, and I couldn't agree more!! :yes:

Vegas69
10-22-2008, 08:10 PM
Yeah SEMA costs a bit, but Jen and I treat it as our one trip away per year....pretty understanding woman I tell ya!!

Yeah knowing Pete will be doing it from the ground up now makes me real happy! This will make for a small delay, but we most certainly can deal with that to have a solid car!

I meant with new ideas:yes:

awr68
10-22-2008, 10:11 PM
I meant with new ideas:yes:

Gotcha!! ;) See ya soon!! :cheers:

conekiller13
10-23-2008, 02:54 PM
Wow...what a day! Sounds like Pete made a good decision. Just more proof that he's the kind of guy that does the job right no matter what. :yes: I think this has gotten bigger than he expected and I applaud him for sticking with 100%.

:cheers:


+ a gajillion:thumbsup:

1in1969
10-23-2008, 06:49 PM
Excellent decision! I was reserving my opinions on this as it was your choice. I have been in this business for 21 years and seen so many things, you made the best choice, now you will know, metal to clearcoat!

trapin
10-24-2008, 10:47 AM
Right now this thread and Larry's MotiV8r thread are my two favorites. Two great stories indeed. :thumbsup:

Spiffav8
10-24-2008, 01:18 PM
Right now this thread and Larry's MotiV8r thread are my two favorites. Two great stories indeed. :thumbsup:

I agree. I check both of them about 8 times a day. :lol:

tones2SS
10-25-2008, 11:36 AM
Wow...what a day! Sounds like Pete made a good decision. Just more proof that he's the kind of guy that does the job right no matter what. :yes: I think this has gotten bigger than he expected and I applaud him for sticking with 100%.

:cheers:

Those guys over at Competition Specialties sound like a real "class act"!!!:cheers: :cheers:
You're one lucky man Tony!!!:thumbsup:

GHOSTDANCER
10-25-2008, 12:13 PM
:thumbsup:

DRJDVM's '69
10-27-2008, 01:34 PM
Good decision..... Pete I was really worried that you were gonna spend all that time effort and $$ only to have your work get compromised by the work Chris did. I would hate to see that happen.

comp-spec
10-27-2008, 01:43 PM
Started stripping today, here's a few pics of the doors.
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro74.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro75.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro76.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro77.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro78.jpg

comp-spec
10-27-2008, 01:44 PM
and a few more...
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro80.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro81.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro82.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro83.jpg

96z28ss
10-27-2008, 01:56 PM
not only is Tony getting a new paint job but looks like Pete's is trimming some plastic weight off the car as well.

comp-spec
10-27-2008, 01:57 PM
and here's some pics of the deck lid......
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro84.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro86.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro88.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro89.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro90.jpg
We're going to be looking for a deck lid, so if anyone has a good 1........

byndbad914
10-27-2008, 02:17 PM
:wow: I cannot believe how thick the filler is in that car!! The door edge is staggering :faint: and of course the trunk lid.

Reminds me of this joke that a new housing contractor (pick one, Lennar, KB, whatever) was beaten nearly to death by a couple that showed up to check the progress on their home. When he woke up the cops asked him what they beat him with he couldn't describe what they used. After arresting the couple they determined the husband used a square and she used a level.

Apparently if you beat the previous body guy to death with a body hammer and dolly he wouldn't know what hit him :rolleyes:

Spiffav8
10-27-2008, 02:22 PM
Wow! Okay I'm not a body and fender type but that didn't look to good to me. Really glad you decided to strip the car!!! Keep at it, your doing awesome work!

comp-spec
10-27-2008, 02:33 PM
and the drivers fender......
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro91.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro92.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro93.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro94.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro96.jpg

DRJDVM's '69
10-27-2008, 02:50 PM
The razor blade helps..... in some of the pix its hard to tell just how thick it is........damn.....

Tony......did the metal seem that bad? Where you expecting Chris to do alot of metal work before the filler work? Or did he just slap in on over pretty straight metal....which is even worse.....

DOOM
10-27-2008, 03:04 PM
:faint:

68protouring454
10-27-2008, 03:33 PM
pete/tony i think i have 2 extra lids here, both ok, no rust, maybe a ding or something small. let me know if u need it

awr68
10-27-2008, 03:55 PM
pete/tony i think i have 2 extra lids here, both ok, no rust, maybe a ding or something small. let me know if u need it

Thanks Jake! I haven't talked to Pete today...but it sounds like we could use it!! Thanks again!! :thumbsup:

Nvrenuf
10-27-2008, 03:56 PM
Wow! I don't have a razor blade with me, but If I'm looking at that pic right, there is near 1/4" of filler? I'm speechless. A great story to follow. Hope to see the car in person someday. Keep up the good work for Tony!

awr68
10-27-2008, 04:02 PM
The razor blade helps..... in some of the pix its hard to tell just how thick it is........damn.....

Tony......did the metal seem that bad? Where you expecting Chris to do alot of metal work before the filler work? Or did he just slap in on over pretty straight metal....which is even worse.....

SOAB! Did he do anything right?! :mad:

Ned, the car had many new panels on it, so no I didn't expext to see much filler on the car. The doors were nice, so I have no idea what that's all about? He mentioned that the decklid wasn't fitting all that well and he didn't know how to fix it...looks like he finaly just built it up with plastic!

I'm actually in a little bit of shock at the moment as I'm seeing these pics for the first time! I had no idea the car looked like that under the bad paint. Thank God Pete decided to strip the car!!

Thanks again Pete!!

Vegas69
10-27-2008, 04:20 PM
Wow..If it walks like a duck it probably is a duck. Half ass one thing you are bound to half ass the rest. That was the main reason I brought up stripping the car a few weeks back. It wasn't challenging Pete as many thought, but generally people are pretty consistent. Bad or good. Pete...are you going to the Lateral G party?

conekiller13
10-27-2008, 04:49 PM
Hey look at the bright side.............You had composite panels just like a Vette.......:willy: :willy: :willy: :willy: :willy:

Spiffav8
10-27-2008, 04:53 PM
SOAB! Did he do anything right?! :mad:

Maybe I should stop calling to talk about posts like this while your at work. :_paranoid

awr68
10-27-2008, 05:12 PM
Maybe I should stop calling to talk about posts like this while your at work. :_paranoid

Yeah it makes for a long day!! :)

HWY Nova
10-27-2008, 05:22 PM
Amazing progress guys!!!!!!!!!!!!


--Eric

XcYZ
10-27-2008, 05:47 PM
Amazing. :_paranoid

KPC67
10-27-2008, 05:57 PM
WOW,Tony's Car is going to be even better... Makes a person feel good knowing people are willing to help out like this. Props to everyone involved:thumbsup:

XcYZ
10-27-2008, 05:59 PM
I agree, Kevin. MAJOR props again to Pete at Competition Specialties. :bow:

Spiffav8
10-27-2008, 06:18 PM
Yeah it makes for a long day!! :)


Sorry man...not my intention. You know that.:rolleyes:

comp-spec
10-27-2008, 06:26 PM
pete/tony i think i have 2 extra lids here, both ok, no rust, maybe a ding or something small. let me know if u need it

THAT WOULD BE AWESOME WE NEED ONE
Let me know I'll come get it

comp-spec
10-27-2008, 07:05 PM
The razor blade helps..... in some of the pix its hard to tell just how thick it is........damn.....

Tony......did the metal seem that bad? Where you expecting Chris to do alot of metal work before the filler work? Or did he just slap in on over pretty straight metal....which is even worse.....

The metal work on Tony's car..... DID NOT NEED THIS MUCH MUD
This is a case of to much filler.....Just keep spreading till it feels good. There is no way it needed that much.
I see fiberglass, plastic filler, poly putty, spray feather fill. I don't think there is anything else you can put on it.
Tony's car has almost all new panels.
It needs a little more metal work but not as much as the amount of filler it had on it.

68protouring454
10-27-2008, 08:26 PM
pete, let me get them out tomorrow, and we can meet or i am at nhms all next weekend for track day and time trials.

comp-spec
10-28-2008, 09:02 AM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro98.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro99.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro100.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro101.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro102.jpg

comp-spec
10-28-2008, 09:03 AM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro97.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro103.jpg

Spiffav8
10-28-2008, 11:43 AM
Pete...stupid questions here but I'm learning a lot.

What's up with that rough edge?
Is that a sign of poor work?
In the sanding of the fenders I noticed a lot of different colors. Is that different product being used?
How much is normally on a good paint job?

Thanks in advance for the education. :cheers:

comp-spec
10-28-2008, 12:26 PM
The rough edge is were they welded to fix door gaps, very common with these cars and after market panels and some factory panels

The different colors are all different materials that were used.

Each job is different ...but a good job...... not that much

Maybe if you were doing an old 50 MERC in your backyard :rofl:

comp-spec
10-28-2008, 01:08 PM
here's the hood....
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro104.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro106.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro107.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro108.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro109.jpg

comp-spec
10-28-2008, 01:09 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro110.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro111.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro112.jpg

syborg tt
10-28-2008, 01:23 PM
Looking Good Pete

z4me69
10-28-2008, 02:27 PM
it looks like he skim coated the whole car ummmmmm errrrrrrr 2 or 3 times and forgot to block it between coats . good thing you decided to strip the car but she's lookin good now

68protouring454
10-28-2008, 02:45 PM
pete nice work, let me know when you need the lid.

guys most high end cars get skim coated but his means 1/8 or under total thickness.

mtlinvtns
10-28-2008, 04:02 PM
Hey Pete the cars looking good now. To bad you couldn't reuse all that bondo dust, just add water, you wouldn't have to buy bondo for a year:rofl: . How is the sheet metal? The panels look pretty good. Thanks, Jon.

DRJDVM's '69
10-28-2008, 04:39 PM
Pete...what do you guys use to strip a car like this? Sanding disk, stripping disks etc......

It looks pretty good under all the bondo....

From everything I've seen ALL the top cars get skim coated in bondo and then blocked down until there isnt much left... but theres a big differerence in refining the shape vs sculpting the car...

comp-spec
10-28-2008, 05:07 PM
Pete...what do you guys use to strip a car like this? Sanding disk, stripping disks etc......

We used mostly 80 on a 8in stripping wheel for Tony's car.

comp-spec
10-28-2008, 05:13 PM
Hey Pete the cars looking good now. To bad you couldn't reuse all that bondo dust, just add water, you wouldn't have to buy bondo for a year:rofl: . How is the sheet metal? The panels look pretty good. Thanks, Jon.

:lol:
Sheet metal doesn't feel all that bad

Thursday we'll have the car all back together in bare metal and we'll see what we have.

awr68
10-28-2008, 05:42 PM
Just got home and finally get to log in!

Pete, thanks for taking/sharing all the pics! Its just crazy what paint will hide...except the bee's nest, no chance there!! :lol:

I'm very excited to see the car all together and looking like a fresh start on Thursday!

It's nice to now know exactly what we have and only one paint job...after all, that was the plan all along!! :rolleyes:

Thanks again!! :cheers:

comp-spec
10-28-2008, 05:45 PM
My pleasure :thumbsup:

comp-spec
10-29-2008, 02:27 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro113.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro114.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro115.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro116.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro117.jpg

comp-spec
10-29-2008, 02:28 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro118.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro119.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro120.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro121.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro122.jpg

mtlinvtns
10-29-2008, 02:34 PM
Hey Pete, I got a quick question for you. I have been doing more and more bodywork, have tried a couple different primers. Is there any one primer that you seem to like better? We're doing comlete cars so it's blasted and bare metal to start. I seem to like the PPG stuff. Thanks,Jon.

comp-spec
10-29-2008, 03:18 PM
If your using PPG, I'd use there DP first on the bare metal and one of the 2 part primers .
I haven't used PPG in awhile but we used to use K36 for the primer

PPG good products so if you like them I'd stick to what your using

awr68
10-29-2008, 04:16 PM
Just about all gone!! :thumbsup: :woot: :cheers:

waynieZ
10-29-2008, 08:11 PM
Anthony and Pete its going along good.

ProdigyCustoms
10-30-2008, 04:11 AM
Wow Pete! Ya know, when I talked to Anthony and he was trying to decide what to do with the car, where to send it. I told him I knew you did killer work, fast, and I thought you was a stand up guy.

From the get go I told Anthony I thought if the paint was done poorly, and considering everything else, I would have real trouble trusting the bodywork. When I talked to you the other night I was not surprised it needed striped or that you made the decision to do whats best for the project, even if it cost you more time and money.

Your the real deal brother. See you in Vegas. The first ones on me.

tones2SS
10-30-2008, 10:05 AM
She's coming long nicely Pete!!:thumbsup:
Keep up the great work.
Tony, you must be getting really excited!!!!:willy:

conekiller13
10-30-2008, 02:32 PM
Your the real deal brother. See you in Vegas. The first ones on me.

I dont think Pete should have to buy one the whole week!! :cheers:

Vegas69
10-30-2008, 02:37 PM
Hey, I already owe him one.....Franks buying him one..I hope he drinks:rofl:

conekiller13
10-30-2008, 02:52 PM
Hey, I already owe him one.....Franks buying him one..I hope he drinks:rofl:

There are plenty of other things to spot a brother in Vegas...........:theresa: :censored:

comp-spec
10-30-2008, 03:04 PM
Hey, I already owe him one.....Franks buying him one..I hope he drinks:rofl:

We'll I don't drink.. Never did
It's funny everyone always says oh good for you how long have you been sober for.

I didn't say I was sober I said I don't drink ;)

Flash68
10-30-2008, 03:15 PM
We'll I don't drink.. Never did
It's funny everyone always says oh good for you how long have you been sober for.

I didn't say I was sober I said I don't drink ;)

Yeah. I prefer the hard drugs too. :D

comp-spec
10-30-2008, 05:47 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro123.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro124.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro125.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro126.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro127.jpg

comp-spec
10-30-2008, 05:47 PM
:beavis:

Flash68
10-30-2008, 05:50 PM
now THAT is a Camaro! :thumbsup:

awr68
10-30-2008, 05:57 PM
AWESOME!! :D

It might not seam like it to some but this is a BIG step and deffinatly in the right direction!!

Yep I'm real excited!! :woot:

Musclerodz
10-30-2008, 06:18 PM
I still see some evil blue.....:_paranoid

Half way home Anthony!:thumbsup:

XcYZ
10-30-2008, 06:23 PM
:hail: http://www.lateral-g.net/_banners/comp-spec100.jpg (http://www.competition-specialties.com/)



:cheers:

3SuperSports
10-30-2008, 06:33 PM
Just smooth it out some more and clear coat it! :D

Spiffav8
10-30-2008, 06:41 PM
:wow:

awr68
10-30-2008, 06:45 PM
Pete is that the new deck lid?

DOOM
10-30-2008, 08:18 PM
Coming along great Pete!!!!!!!!:thumbsup: See ya in Vegas!

comp-spec
10-30-2008, 08:55 PM
Pete is that the new deck lid?

No, thats a trunk we had from another project.We put it on for Chuck today

awr68
10-30-2008, 09:00 PM
I see! I thought you hauled ass to Jakes and back already!

comp-spec
10-30-2008, 09:12 PM
Talking about meeting after the Dragway Friday night

tjbruning
10-30-2008, 09:13 PM
nice work Pete & crew. :thumbsup:

jannes_z-28
10-31-2008, 12:52 AM
I have a question regarding the stripping of the paint and what you do next. Will you sand the sheetmetal with finer grade of paper or will you just spray on fillerprimer?

My concern is, that I have seen on my Camaro that was painted 15 years ago, when the paint settles and sink in you can after a few years see the whirltracks from the sanding. This since they used very coarse papers for stripping. You can see this on a lot of cars after a few years.

If you compare factory sheetmetal it is really smooth and fine. So wouldn't it be a good idea to sand it down with something like 400 paper before you spray on the first coat of primer?


Jan

comp-spec
10-31-2008, 04:25 AM
I finish my bare metal in 80 grit before primer.....400 is way to fine

DOOM
10-31-2008, 06:37 AM
I have a question regarding the stripping of the paint and what you do next. Will you sand the sheetmetal with finer grade of paper or will you just spray on fillerprimer?

My concern is, that I have seen on my Camaro that was painted 15 years ago, when the paint settles and sink in you can after a few years see the whirltracks from the sanding. This since they used very coarse papers for stripping. You can see this on a lot of cars after a few years.

If you compare factory sheetmetal it is really smooth and fine. So wouldn't it be a good idea to sand it down with something like 400 paper before you spray on the first coat of primer?


Jan

Jan
If you see whirltracks it usually from the filler not being final sanded correctly! Pete correct me if im wrong!
Mario

Rybar
10-31-2008, 03:19 PM
:hail: http://www.lateral-g.net/_banners/comp-spec100.jpg (http://www.competition-specialties.com/)


:lol: Can that be made a permanent smilie for this thread??

Awesome work Pete, hope you get a ton of business from this gesture :thumbsup:

DOOM
10-31-2008, 04:04 PM
Mario,

That's very cool of you to donate the materials... does your shop specialize in collision, or do you take on other projects as well?

Pete,

Good luck as the adventure begins! The car is in great hands and we look forward to seeing it evolve!

99% collision.. As much as I'd like to you really can't mix the two. Every once and awhile I'll take something in if I know the person real well. My shop is very small I have five people working in a very tight place . I really have to keep the cars moving. Im having a hard time just getting my car in,and now I have a 67 GTO coming in from OREGON that we picked up off of EBAY for my nephew ! :willy: Im glad he has a four car garage!! Mines first!!!!!
Sorry for the late response!!
Mario

98ssnova
10-31-2008, 04:52 PM
:hail: simply amazing congrats tony on getting this done RIGHT!!!

Efi69Cam
10-31-2008, 05:35 PM
99% collision.. As much as I'd like to you really can't mix the two. Every once and awhile I'll take something in if I know the person real well. My shop is very small I have five people working in a very tight place . I really have to keep the cars moving. Im having a hard time just getting my car in,and now I have a 67 GTO coming in from OREGON that we picked up off of EBAY for my nephew ! :willy: Im glad he has a four car garage!! Mines first!!!!!
Sorry for the late response!!
Mario

Not to jack the thread but I hoping to get your opinion..

That seems to be the issue with 99% of the shops here in Denver, they are all collision and don't want to take on "restoration" work.

If someone brought you a straight car in DP90 that a refigerator magnet would stick to over 99.9% of the body, would you be willing to do the final paint work? Just curious what your take on that is.

Steve1968LS2
10-31-2008, 08:06 PM
Camaro Performers magazine is working to get some of the needed parts to Pete for Tony's car. Makes for a good story and we get tech out of it.

If any car needed saving it's Tony's ... lol

awr68
10-31-2008, 09:16 PM
Camaro Performers magazine is working to get some of the needed parts to Pete for Tony's car. Makes for a good story and we get tech out of it.

If any car needed saving it's Tony's ... lol

Thanks Steve, and Nick! :cheers:

Steve1968LS2
10-31-2008, 09:18 PM
Thanks Steve, and Nick! :cheers:


Well, considering our magazine has sort of "adopted" your car... lol


That's why this is called a community..

awr68
10-31-2008, 09:32 PM
Well, considering our magazine has sort of "adopted" your car... lol


That's why this is called a community..

Yep, it's a CP car now...that's for sure!! ;) :cheers:

comp-spec
10-31-2008, 10:04 PM
We have a definite on a complete Electric Life power window kit.

There will be Tech on how to install power windows in a car that didn't have them already
THANK YOU CAMARO PERFORMERS

bigtyme1
10-31-2008, 10:09 PM
OK, next we need to call Alpine up:thumbsup: Lookin Great Pete.

awr68
11-01-2008, 09:38 AM
We have a definite on a complete Electric Life power window kit.

There will be Tech on how to install power windows in a car that didn't have them already
THANK YOU CAMARO PERFORMERS

This is too cool!

Thanks Camaro Performers!! :cheers:

Reckley
11-01-2008, 01:09 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro113.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro114.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro115.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro116.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro117.jpg

All of the sheet metal seems to be very wavy. The roof and right quarter look to have a lot of high spots. I'm kinda new to sheet metal work and would like to learn how the waves will be taken out. Looks like a heck of a lot of hammer and dolly work!!! Maybe the pics look worse than it is but, would you consider replacing panels rather than all that metal finish work? Once the metal finish work is done will you re-skim the whole car?

comp-spec
11-01-2008, 01:37 PM
What you are looking at is the panel half stripped.
So it looks like your seeing lots of high spots but, your just seeing were we went threw to the the metal before the whole panel was finished being stripped.
No, we will not need to skim-coat the whole car after the metal work is completed

Brian46
11-01-2008, 02:29 PM
Camaro Performers magazine is working to get some of the needed parts to Pete for Tony's car. Makes for a good story and we get tech out of it.

If any car needed saving it's Tony's ... lolIt is nice to see how lots of people have come together to help a member out with his misfortune, I wish there was such a group up here in Canada.

Reckley
11-02-2008, 05:28 AM
What you are looking at is the panel half stripped.
So it looks like your seeing lots of high spots but, your just seeing were we went threw to the the metal before the whole panel was finished being stripped.
No, we will not need to skim-coat the whole car after the metal work is completed

OK I see, thanks.. The car looks great all stripped down in bare steel.

I'm looking forward to seeing how you guys will correct any issues with the sheet metal and how and where you will apply body filler.

Mike

speedfreak
11-02-2008, 07:13 AM
WOW, Great thread.

Props to everyone involved.

I am proud to be a member here, great to see a bunch off hot rodders pull together and help a friend in need.

tones2SS
11-03-2008, 05:22 AM
:lol: Can that be made a permanent smilie for this thread??

Awesome work Pete, hope you get a ton of business from this gesture :thumbsup:

Funny you should say that.:_paranoid
Actually, "IF", and that's an if, all goes through and my car sells and I purchase the '69 Camaro SS that I am checking out, Pete and his crew will be doing some work for me as well.:thumbsup:
Keep up the great work Competition Specialties!!!

comp-spec
11-04-2008, 11:44 AM
Thanks ELECTRIC LIFE and Camaro Performers
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro128.jpg

Spiffav8
11-04-2008, 07:15 PM
Thanks ELECTRIC LIFE and Camaro Performers
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro128.jpg

That's awesome! Good to see people are still kicking in to make this project 100%.

Now Pete...go get on an airplane and get your butt to Vegas! :thumbsup:

awr68
11-09-2008, 02:50 PM
Very cool! Looks like a nice kit!!

Thanks Electric Life and Camaro Performers!! :thumbsup:

awr68
11-09-2008, 05:28 PM
SEMA was not only good in the way of finally getting to meet Pete (comp-spec), Mario (DOOM), and Nick (Camaro Performers); but also I am very excited to announce that Speed Tech and Marquez Design are now sponsors of my project! Thanks guys!!

After seeing all the cars at SEMA, at the track, and driving Curtis' car last night I'm real fired up to finish mine up early next year!

What are your thoughts on naming the project? Right now Jennifer likes Karma (Carma?) I'm not sure, I've never been able to come up with anything...

Thanks again L-g!!

Spiffav8
11-09-2008, 06:31 PM
Well that's a fairly productive trip to SEMA! :lol:

Carma is an interesting name, but I think you should wait. Sooner or later the car will let you know who it is.

Flash68
11-09-2008, 06:33 PM
SEMA was not only good in the way of finally getting to meet Pete (comp-spec), Mario (DOOM), and Nick (Camaro Performers); but also I am very excited to announce that Speed Tech and Marquez Design are now sponsors of my project! Thanks guys!!

After seeing all the cars at SEMA, at the track, and driving Curtis' car last night I'm real fired up to finish mine up early next year!

What are your thoughts on naming the project? Right now Jennifer likes Karma (Carma?) I'm not sure, I've never been able to come up with anything...

Thanks again L-g!!

Very cool!

I think Karma is a very fitting name, if you like it.

Steve1968LS2
11-09-2008, 06:53 PM
See.. you hang around magazine editors and product just falls from the sky.. :rofl:

Just kiddin... good to see you and next year maybe your car will be at SEMA. (of course then you have to run it at the track!)

awr68
11-09-2008, 07:07 PM
See.. you hang around magazine editors and product just falls from the sky.. :rofl:

Just kiddin... good to see you and next year maybe your car will be at SEMA. (of course then you have to run it at the track!)

Steve you are a good friend!! ;)

If the car gets invited to SEMA you can bet I will be following you to the track in it!! :thumbsup:

bigtyme1
11-09-2008, 07:25 PM
I think the car is pretty much a shoe in for SEMA, A top Builder and many big name parts. I don't see it being a problem. you deserve it Tony:thumbsup:

Steve, What your doing with article is making all of Tony's dreams come true:cheers:
Pete, what can I say, your the MAN!

After speaking with Tony and his wife I can tell you that he is in Shock of what is happeneing and what remaines to be seen:unibrow:

Steve1968LS2
11-09-2008, 07:28 PM
Does this project have a name?

It should have something appropriate.. like "Project Reincarnation" or "Project Back On Track"

Something along those lines... "Project Karma"

awr68
11-09-2008, 07:47 PM
I think the car is pretty much a shoe in for SEMA, A top Builder and many big name parts. I don't see it being a problem. you deserve it Tony:thumbsup:

Steve, What your doing with article is making all of Tony's dreams come true:cheers:
Pete, what can I say, your the MAN!

After speaking with Tony and his wife I can tell you that he is in Shock of what is happeneing and what remaines to be seen:unibrow:

Mark, thanks for the kind words! Don't forget about Nick, he and Steve make a great team!

It was great spending time with you this week!

awr68
11-09-2008, 07:52 PM
Does this project have a name?

It should have something appropriate.. like "Project Reincarnation" or "Project Back On Track"

Something along those lines... "Project Karma"

No we don't have a name for it...but I like the direction you are going.

Spiffav8
11-10-2008, 09:05 AM
What about Second Chance or Two Timer?

rlplive
11-10-2008, 09:10 AM
No we don't have a name for it...but I like the direction you are going.

any GnR fans, how about Double Talkin Jive

camaro2nv
11-10-2008, 09:28 AM
Name it! Cant wait to see it done!

JamesJ
11-10-2008, 09:42 AM
What about Second Chance or Two Timer?

I like that, if you do name the car, I would not put the work project in the title, thats just to much to say... and then it may nevr get done...

Blake Foster
11-10-2008, 10:02 AM
looks like you will need to hold a lotery inorder to see what booth it will be in next year.
maybe we should have a Lateral-G booth ??????

conekiller13
11-10-2008, 12:48 PM
Well if You need a hot shoe for track time I cordially nominate myself.

I'm kinda diggin the Carma nae since I would say this is very good example of good energy coming back to You.:hail:

So is there going to be anything left for Me to help you on when it comes back or will it be all done when comes back a this point?

Brian46
11-10-2008, 01:09 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro97.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro103.jpg
It looks like the old shop had the right idea about adding metal to close the gaps. Will you be cleaning up the welds and grinding it smooth before filler/paint?

It looks like you guys are doing some great work on the east coast, kudos to you guys for knowing the quality that customers demand for their dream cars.

Spiffav8
11-10-2008, 01:32 PM
looks like you will need to hold a lotery inorder to see what booth it will be in next year.
maybe we should have a Lateral-G booth ??????

A Lateral-G booth would be awesome! Actually it should be a lounge type set up because none of us would leave! :lol: Who ever get's it will be super lucky to have it there!

:cheers:

awr68
11-10-2008, 04:32 PM
I like the L-g booth idea with a couple cars...but damn that would cost a lot!! :wow:

awr68
11-10-2008, 04:34 PM
Well if You need a hot shoe for track time I cordially nominate myself.

I'm kinda diggin the Carma nae since I would say this is very good example of good energy coming back to You.:hail:

So is there going to be anything left for Me to help you on when it comes back or will it be all done when comes back a this point?


There will be plenty for you to do when it comes home!

I think you better get some seat time in it just in case we make it down to Vegas next year! ;) I think Steve proved that a team effort pays off!! :yes:

camcojb
11-10-2008, 04:41 PM
I like the L-g booth idea with a couple cars...but damn that would cost a lot!! :wow:

that, and what does he sell to try to re-coup the costs of the booth?

blowngasr
11-10-2008, 05:34 PM
SMOOTHIEES.......:thumbsup:

Ricochet
11-10-2008, 07:04 PM
SMOOTHIEES.......:thumbsup:

:rofl: :rofl:

I swear Jim..I have never seen anybody drink so many smoothies!!

As always - A great time!!

awr68
11-10-2008, 07:08 PM
That would work as long as we use a gas powered blender!! :cheers:

jy211
11-11-2008, 05:04 AM
Does this project have a name?

It should have something appropriate.. like "Project Reincarnation" or "Project Back On Track"

Something along those lines... "Project Karma"


How about:

Paid Forward
Pay it forward
???

comp-spec
11-11-2008, 06:09 AM
It looks like the old shop had the right idea about adding metal to close the gaps. Will you be cleaning up the welds and grinding it smooth before filler/paint?

It looks like you guys are doing some great work on the east coast, kudos to you guys for knowing the quality that customers demand for their dream cars.

We have some new parts coming for Tony's car. After we have the new parts we'll do final line up, metal work, assembly and finish any welding and grinding of the gaps at that time. Once I'm happy with that I'll do the filler work

XcYZ
11-11-2008, 07:28 AM
SMOOTHIEES.......:thumbsup:

:lol: Good stuff.

65 347
11-11-2008, 05:14 PM
How about:

Paid Forward
Pay it forward
???

PAID IN FULL

awr68
11-11-2008, 06:34 PM
Good names guys!

So I'm sitting here cooking dinner and I'm thinking of names, the car, and what has happened over the last couple months or so.

The car/project has surely taken a turn for the better! Took the best line possible I would say...so I was thinking, what about Apex for a name?

You can probably tell I'm not good at this kinda stuff! :lol:

Jen is still pulling for Karma or Carma.

awr68
11-11-2008, 06:37 PM
Also, I wanted to let you know that we are proudly adding ATS to the sponsor list, thanks Tyler!! :cheers: :thumbsup:

skatinjay27
11-11-2008, 11:07 PM
Also, I wanted to let you know that we are proudly adding ATS to the sponsor list, thanks Tyler!! :cheers: :thumbsup:
sweet!
dont just settle for the spindles thought... talk him into building some stainless headers for your lt1!!!!! just tell him to think of it as a "small" investment! hahaha

yea picking a name is Tough... like curtis said just let it come to you.
and ask pasquel to think of one, his always seem pretty sweet: orion, WAR....

Flash68
11-11-2008, 11:09 PM
Good names guys!

So I'm sitting here cooking dinner and I'm thinking of names, the car, and what has happened over the last couple months or so.

The car/project has surely taken a turn for the better! Took the best line possible I would say...so I was thinking, what about Apex for a name?

You can probably tell I'm not good at this kinda stuff! :lol:

Jen is still pulling for Karma or Carma.

Dude, I really like the sound of Apex. And even better that YOU came up with the name! :thumbsup:

conekiller13
11-12-2008, 12:22 PM
How about "Charmed"? It sure seems to be at this point.

Or "Dark warrior Dragon of Doom"? Ok now I'm reaching too hard..............:willy:

tones2SS
11-12-2008, 03:42 PM
I like Project Karma.:thumbsup:

Spiffav8
11-12-2008, 04:32 PM
sweet!
dont just settle for the spindles thought... talk him into building some stainless headers for your lt1!!!!! just tell him to think of it as a "small" investment! hahaha

yea picking a name is Tough... like curtis said just let it come to you.
and ask pasquel to think of one, his always seem pretty sweet: orion, WAR....

Anthony has a set of Stainless Works headers. Not a bad set up.

Spiffav8
11-12-2008, 04:33 PM
How about "Charmed"? It sure seems to be at this point.

Or "Dark warrior Dragon of Doom"? Ok now I'm reaching too hard..............:willy:

Charmed sounds good to me. But then again so does Apex. The project did take one heck of a turn.

Tom.A
11-12-2008, 04:37 PM
I like Apex, but Karma also kinda fits imo.

rwhite692
11-12-2008, 06:10 PM
+1 for Karma :thumbsup:

awr68
11-12-2008, 06:22 PM
Ben informed me today that "Apex" has already kinda been taken and in the works.

Spiffav8
11-12-2008, 08:38 PM
Ben informed me today that "Apex" has already kinda been taken and in the works.

Well then I'm back to Two Timer.

Hdesign
11-13-2008, 08:34 AM
What about...

Double X
Deja vu
Rerun

?????

HRBS
11-13-2008, 09:13 AM
How about ...
Bitch :lol:

rwhite692
11-13-2008, 04:58 PM
What about...


Rerun

?????


Hey HAY Hey!

http://inlinethumb26.webshots.com/41817/2213464080011691741S425x425Q85.jpg

Flash68
11-13-2008, 05:01 PM
What about...

Double X
Deja vu
Rerun

?????

Or "Do Over"

Ricochet
11-13-2008, 06:41 PM
Hey HAY Hey!

http://inlinethumb26.webshots.com/41817/2213464080011691741S425x425Q85.jpg

God that brings back memories..Thanks for laugh Rob!! :rofl:

Brent

DRJDVM's '69
11-13-2008, 07:48 PM
Mulligan :)

awr68
11-13-2008, 09:37 PM
Mulligan :)

that's good....

comp-spec
11-14-2008, 01:16 PM
Just a "scuff and shoot" lol
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro129.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro130.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro131.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro132.jpg

Steve1968LS2
11-14-2008, 02:05 PM
+1 for Karma :thumbsup:

Project Karma

Project Karma Camaro

Project Karmaro

Project Silver Lining

Project Golden Rule

Project Redemption

Project Reincarnation

I could go on all day (and sometimes do)...

Vegas69
11-14-2008, 02:47 PM
If you have to try that hard to name a car...I would skip it. The whole name thing is overrated unless it has real meaning and is a cool name.

Steve1968LS2
11-14-2008, 02:54 PM
If you have to try that hard to name a car...I would skip it. The whole name thing is overrated unless it has real meaning and is a cool name.

Except when it's being covered in a magazine.. I helps the readers keep track.

Beats saying "The first gen project car.. no not Penny.. no not the Track Rat.. the other one.. yea, the one at Pete's"

lol

Vegas69
11-14-2008, 02:58 PM
Gotcha:D

waynieZ
11-14-2008, 03:49 PM
Vindicator

byndbad914
11-14-2008, 04:02 PM
Project Karma
Project Karmaro

+1 - first thing I thought when karma was mentioned.

awr68
11-14-2008, 06:01 PM
And the demo continues!! :unibrow:

Steve, I actually was thinking of Silver Lining today....

I like the Karma based titile because I believe that good things happen to good people. I know that everyone (and that's many) that have helped with our car will benefit from their kind act, and it will come back when you need it most! I've said it many times and will continue to say it....THANK YOU everyone! :)

radrambler
11-14-2008, 06:15 PM
pete

looking good...scuff and shoot....:lol:
that should be the name .
anthony you getting much sleep? its starting to look like something.
:thumbsup:

radrambler

bigtyme1
11-14-2008, 07:40 PM
Redemption is perfect Steve, many different ways to look at it and they all fit the bill of what Tony has gone through the last couple of years.

skatinjay27
11-14-2008, 08:01 PM
pete

looking good...scuff and shoot....:lol:
that should be the name .
anthony you getting much sleep? its starting to look like something.
:thumbsup:

radrambler you i LIKE THAT TOO!

project- scuff and shoot.

awr68
11-14-2008, 08:07 PM
yeah it's kinda snowballed! :_paranoid

Do I sleep at night? Yep...after what I went threw and knowing Pete has the car now, I sleep just fine! Now spending too much time on here and not sleeping is another thing!
Am I excited? Hell ya!!

Flash68
11-14-2008, 09:39 PM
If you have to try that hard to name a car...I would skip it. The whole name thing is overrated unless it has real meaning and is a cool name.

I agree. When people try so hard it just doesn't feel right IMO. I'm not saying Anthony's car doesn't deserve a name, cuz if any car warrants one, I think this is one of them.

lhkustoms
11-14-2008, 10:25 PM
Anthony when you get the car back here and need a hand with any assembly or the sort I will be happy to help out im located in Sandy not to far from you

Lenie
11-14-2008, 11:02 PM
Mulligan :)
X2 I'm liking Mulligan

awr68
11-15-2008, 08:12 AM
Anthony when you get the car back here and need a hand with any assembly or the sort I will be happy to help out im located in Sandy not to far from you


Thanks Luke! It's awesome that we are finally getting so many L-g members here in the NW!! We should have a good summer ahead of us! :cheers:

Vegas69
11-15-2008, 08:37 AM
Encore......the last and best time with everyone watching.

awr68
11-16-2008, 01:21 PM
We are adding MODO Innovations to the sponsor list! Thanks Shannon!! :thumbsup:

And Pete just informed me that Jake dropped off the new deck lid today....thanks Jake for delivering it!! :cheers:

What a team/group effort that has turned into! Thanks everyone!! :lateral:

radrambler
11-16-2008, 01:38 PM
wow
anthony im happy for you
what started as a repaint.........."scuff & shoot"..:lol:

the car get a complete make over with cool parts thrown in ....magazine coverage....etc
amazing what can be done when people are selfless and come together using thier resources and talent .:lateral:
AWESOME
this will be one outstanding car......

RADRAMBLER

awr68
11-16-2008, 01:43 PM
Perhaps the SS on the Marquez gas cap should stand for scuff & shoot? :lol:

comp-spec
11-16-2008, 01:52 PM
I would like to give another shout out (bj) to Jake's Rod Shop. A 3 hour ride (one way) to deliver Tonys trunk :thumbsup: Thanks for the trunk lid Jake

awr68
11-16-2008, 01:57 PM
DAMN! I didn't realize it was that far to drive! Thanks VERY much Jake!! :hail:

zbugger
11-16-2008, 03:11 PM
That's awesome. Jake's a great guy. I enjoy talking to him whenever we meet. Hopefully I can run his front subframe one day.

Tony, have you thought of "Done Right" for a name? That or "Rebirth" could be cool. And they'd both fit on a license plate if you lettered it up right.

tony byram
11-16-2008, 03:30 PM
How about ; repeat

Spiffav8
11-16-2008, 06:22 PM
I'm surprised Jake had time. Just goes to show what a stand up guy he is...don't let that go to your head Jake. :lol:

ohcbird
11-16-2008, 06:47 PM
Well- work has slowed for him lately, as being Patton Oswalt's body double can only last so long! It's a damn good thing he can weld & paint!
http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/00TXfo11K980x/340x.jpg

SORRY BUDDY! HA HA :D

Pete- you've got some nice stuff going there @ CompSpec... I call dibs on that '48 if that guy ever bags-ass...

Tony; you're in good hands with Pete.Hell- if nothing else, you should get a cool T-shirt out of the deal.

JEFF

jimhamptons
11-17-2008, 07:33 AM
Well- work has slowed for him lately, as being Patton Oswalt's body double can only last so long! It's a damn good thing he can weld & paint!
http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/00TXfo11K980x/340x.jpg

SORRY BUDDY! HA HA :D

Pete- you've got some nice stuff going there @ CompSpec... I call dibs on that '48 if that guy ever bags-ass...

Tony; you're in good hands with Pete.Hell- if nothing else, you should get a cool T-shirt out of the deal.

JEFF

LMFAO!

68protouring454
11-17-2008, 08:04 AM
Well- work has slowed for him lately, as being Patton Oswalt's body double can only last so long! It's a damn good thing he can weld & paint!
http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/00TXfo11K980x/340x.jpg

SORRY BUDDY! HA HA :D

Pete- you've got some nice stuff going there @ CompSpec... I call dibs on that '48 if that guy ever bags-ass...

Tony; you're in good hands with Pete.Hell- if nothing else, you should get a cool T-shirt out of the deal.

JEFF
what did I say about helping you mini tub your car??????????????

68protouring454
11-17-2008, 08:05 AM
LMFAO!
if your car ever runs like ****, just don't look under the seat

68protouring454
11-17-2008, 08:06 AM
I would like to give another shout out (bj) to Jake's Rod Shop. A 3 hour ride (one way) to deliver Tonys trunk :thumbsup: Thanks for the trunk lid Jake

lol pete, i prefer the "reach around" it was great coming to your shop and seeing a few of the badass projects you got going, how many full chassis ame are there? 2 or 3? awesome, got to see nemesis as well, thats a killer car, hope it does well at russo

awr68
11-17-2008, 04:56 PM
Ringbrothers are officially on the team! Thanks Mike & Jim!! :bow:
And Staci it was great talking to you today!! :thumbsup:

Flash68
11-17-2008, 04:58 PM
The Ring Brothers are officially on the team! Thanks Mike & Jim!! :bow:
And Staci it was great talking to you today!! :thumbsup:

Wow. This thing is turning into a world beater. Top of the top! Awesome. :thumbsup:

Spiffav8
11-17-2008, 07:27 PM
The Ring Brothers are officially on the team! Thanks Mike & Jim!! :bow:
And Staci it was great talking to you today!! :thumbsup:

Did you do a little dance when you got the good news? :willy:

awr68
11-17-2008, 07:29 PM
Did you do a little dance when you got the good news? :willy:

YEP!! :D :lateral:

waynieZ
11-17-2008, 07:50 PM
I'm glad for you . You must be so excited how do you sleep at night?
Wayne

awr68
11-18-2008, 07:05 PM
Ok, this has been a long time coming....too long I'm afraid!
I want to thank Frank and Lisa of Prodigy Customs for all they have done for me over the years! They have been great friends to Jennifer and I, and Frank never minds my phone calls when I need some tech type help! They have helped and are continuing to help in many ways with this build (parts, tech, ect) and for that I thank them VERY much!

:hail: Prodigy Customs :hail:

awr68
11-18-2008, 08:56 PM
Ok, after many days of thought, we have decided to name the car Karma.

Why?
Because this has been an amazing L-g.net effort and so many have helped out of the goodness of their heart. What goes around comes around! You all will be blessed for this kind act...I am sure of it!

Thanks again everyone for all you have done and the continued support!!

Tony & Jennifer :lateral:

Flash68
11-18-2008, 09:14 PM
Ok, after many days of thought, we have decided to name the car Karma.

Why?
Because this has been an amazing L-g.net effort and so many have helped out of the goodness of their heart. What goes around comes around! You all will be blessed for this kind act...I am sure of it!

Thanks again everyone for all you have done and the continued support!!

Tony & Jennifer :lateral:

Great choice man. You and Jennifer deserve all of it. :)

rwhite692
11-18-2008, 09:54 PM
Awesome T.

Now remember, when you get her back from Pete...

Don't let your Karma run over your Dogma

:D

Spiffav8
11-18-2008, 10:17 PM
Sounds good to me.

rockdogz
11-18-2008, 11:34 PM
Awesome T.

Now remember, when you get her back from Pete...

Don't let your Karma run over your Dogma

:D

Oh no you didn't.... :rofl:

jy211
11-19-2008, 05:41 AM
now back to the important stuff...any new progress pictures? :unibrow:

comp-spec
11-19-2008, 07:03 AM
Really not much to see right now. Were waiting on a bunch of new parts to come in. We should be getting some parts in around the end of the week. Once they arrive I'll post some pics.

Stay tuned it's going to get good

tones2SS
11-20-2008, 08:18 AM
Ok, after many days of thought, we have decided to name the car Karma.

Why?
Because this has been an amazing L-g.net effort and so many have helped out of the goodness of their heart. What goes around comes around! You all will be blessed for this kind act...I am sure of it!

Thanks again everyone for all you have done and the continued support!!

Tony & Jennifer :lateral:

GOOD CHOICE TONY!!!
She's gonna be a beauty. Still can't wait to see the final product.:lateral: :cheers:

conekiller13
11-24-2008, 11:41 AM
Jeez...............5 days and no updates or comments..........what's this world coming to?:willy: :willy: :willy: :willy: :faint:

comp-spec
11-24-2008, 11:55 AM
Subframe just came in put up some pics later

Jr
11-24-2008, 12:40 PM
Which sub-frame?

comp-spec
11-24-2008, 12:46 PM
Speed tech

tones2SS
11-24-2008, 03:07 PM
Speed tech

NICE!!!:thumbsup:

GMracer
11-24-2008, 04:36 PM
I WANT PICTURES haha, :_paranoid

lhkustoms
11-24-2008, 06:44 PM
tony cant wait to see this car in person and you thought you were just getting a new paint job haha :thumbsup: :cheers:

comp-spec
11-25-2008, 02:29 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro133.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro134.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro135.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro136.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro137.jpg

comp-spec
11-25-2008, 02:29 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro138.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro139.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro140.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro141.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro142.jpg

comp-spec
11-25-2008, 02:30 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro143.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro144.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro145.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro146.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro147.jpg

comp-spec
11-25-2008, 02:31 PM
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro148.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro149.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro150.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro151.jpg

Flash68
11-25-2008, 02:32 PM
Excellent!

Whose hood hinges are those? Ring Bros?

comp-spec
11-25-2008, 02:42 PM
Ring Bros

bigtyme1
11-25-2008, 03:57 PM
Blake, you guys make one hell of a nice sub frame. :cheers:

tones2SS
11-25-2008, 04:10 PM
Karma is gonna be one bad ass car!!!!:hail: :thumbsup:

awr68
11-25-2008, 04:40 PM
AWESOME!! Thanks for posting the pics Pete!

Thanks Blake and Paul!! I wanted this subframe a year ago when I first saw it at SEMA...and now I have one!! Now I need a good excuse to buy wider tires for the front! :D

Yep, those are Ringbrother hinges...very nice piece! Thanks guys!!

I love days like this!! :woot:

Spiffav8
11-25-2008, 05:00 PM
Sweet! :unibrow:

waynieZ
11-25-2008, 06:49 PM
Wow awesome stuff This is going to be a sweet ride!

awr68
11-25-2008, 07:57 PM
This is going to be a sweet ride!

Thanks! We sure hope so!! :yes:

lhkustoms
11-25-2008, 08:18 PM
that speed tech stuff looks awesome this car is gonna be one awesome ride :thumbsup:

Steve1968LS2
11-25-2008, 09:20 PM
Ok, after many days of thought, we have decided to name the car Karma.

Why?
Because this has been an amazing L-g.net effort and so many have helped out of the goodness of their heart. What goes around comes around! You all will be blessed for this kind act...I am sure of it!

Thanks again everyone for all you have done and the continued support!!

Tony & Jennifer :lateral:


:woot: he chose my name!!! :lol:

I was liking redemption also.. but it doesn't REALLY fit since the guy that f'd it up isn't redeeming anything.

Steve1968LS2
11-25-2008, 09:23 PM
Wow... keep raking in the parts and we will have to make you an honarary Editor.. lol

Nice Subframe.. and nice to see so many people chipping in to help.

Flash68
11-25-2008, 09:24 PM
I was liking redemption also.. but it doesn't REALLY fit since the guy that f'd it up isn't redeeming anything.

And Karma works both ways. Tony is getting the good stuff he has coming to him, and Mr Race Dudz has the bad stuff coming his way, if it hasn't already arrived....

camaro2nv
11-25-2008, 09:36 PM
Its nice to see you pick this subframe. Ive been on the fence with it. Ive had PMs saying dont buy the Speedtech because its crap. I know this is a very nice build so Im now off the fence.

Steve1968LS2
11-25-2008, 09:40 PM
Its nice to see you pick this subframe. Ive been on the fence with it. Ive had PMs saying dont buy the Speedtech because its crap. I know this is a very nice build so Im now off the fence.

I saw it at SEMA and it certainly looked nice.

awr68
11-25-2008, 10:15 PM
Its nice to see you pick this subframe. Ive been on the fence with it. Ive had PMs saying dont buy the Speedtech because its crap. I know this is a very nice build so Im now off the fence.

It's a very nice subframe and a great choice. Speed Tech really wanted to fill the gap between stock and hi-dollar subframes. I think they nailed it with their quality and well thought out frame/suspension.

skatinjay27
11-26-2008, 01:59 AM
Its nice to see you pick this subframe. Ive been on the fence with it. Ive had PMs saying dont buy the Speedtech because its crap. I know this is a very nice build so Im now off the fence.
im not sure if they truley think its crap cause thats not the case at all... its a true quality piece. its just that is doesent have any geometry gain like the other SF's... and everyone seems to be on such a kick that you must have the BEST suspension setup period! wether your just gonna drive the car on the streets and to shows or full aout race the car every weekend.:rolleyes:
if i recall you said you really had no intensions of racing the car anyways in which why bother spend the extra money (unless its dispensible for you) on a more expensive SF. right?
i personally felt that the stock was more than capable for your need but you sold it already lol

dhutton
11-26-2008, 05:43 AM
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awr68
11-26-2008, 05:50 AM
im not sure if they truley think its crap cause thats not the case at all... its a true quality piece. its just that is doesent have any geometry gain like the other SF's... and everyone seems to be on such a kick that you must have the BEST suspension setup period! wether your just gonna drive the car on the streets and to shows or full aout race the car every weekend.:rolleyes:
if i recall you said you really had no intensions of racing the car anyways in which why bother spend the extra money (unless its dispensible for you) on a more expensive SF. right?
i personally felt that the stock was more than capable for your need but you sold it already lol


AJ, the frame does have the G-Mod option built into it...but I will be using the stock UCA location with the tall AFX spindle. It weighs less than a stock frame, and allows for a wider wheel/tire package...and uses a Unisteer Rack. Hopefuly Blake chimes in with more info.

This setup will work great for my needs and probably for many others here as well.

DOOM
11-26-2008, 06:28 AM
Its nice to see you pick this subframe. Ive been on the fence with it. Ive had PMs saying dont buy the Speedtech because its crap. I know this is a very nice build so Im now off the fence.

It do'nt look like crap to me ! The build quality looks awsome!! I had a few guy's pm'd me when I was buying my DSE sub ''ITS JUNK, OVER RATED , WASTE OF MONEY ,LEAVE IT STOCK BETTER THAN DSE???" When I sent them a pm asking what they had or send me pics of there stuff NO ONE replied!!!:rolleyes: Just talk to the guy's that own the stuff to get your opinions
Mario

Musclerodz
11-26-2008, 07:56 AM
Looks like it is coming together nicely Anthony!:thumbsup:

Vegas69
11-26-2008, 08:11 AM
It do'nt look like crap to me ! The build quality looks awsome!! I had a few guy's pm'd me when I was buying my DSE sub ''ITS JUNK, OVER RATED , WASTE OF MONEY ,LEAVE IT STOCK BETTER THAN DSE???" When I sent them a pm asking what they had or send me pics of there stuff NO ONE replied!!!:rolleyes: Just talk to the guy's that own the stuff to get your opinions
Mario

I heard the same crap and I didn't listen:D Have the DSE frame in my car and it is the best thing since sliced bread. I have seen the speedtech and it's a quality piece that fits a market that is needed. I like the look of it compared to other fabricated frames plus you can use your trick control arms you already own. I think the stock sub is ugly, but that's me.

Steve1968LS2
11-26-2008, 08:12 AM
It do'nt look like crap to me ! The build quality looks awsome!! I had a few guy's pm'd me when I was buying my DSE sub ''ITS JUNK, OVER RATED , WASTE OF MONEY ,LEAVE IT STOCK BETTER THAN DSE???" When I sent them a pm asking what they had or send me pics of there stuff NO ONE replied!!!:rolleyes: Just talk to the guy's that own the stuff to get your opinions
Mario

Yep, the internet is full of "experts" with no experience, but lots of opinions.. lol

ProdigyCustoms
11-26-2008, 08:19 AM
It do'nt look like crap to me ! The build quality looks awsome!! I had a few guy's pm'd me when I was buying my DSE sub ''ITS JUNK, OVER RATED , WASTE OF MONEY ,LEAVE IT STOCK BETTER THAN DSE???" When I sent them a pm asking what they had or send me pics of there stuff NO ONE replied!!!:rolleyes: Just talk to the guy's that own the stuff to get your opinions
Mario

LOL! Pretty funny stuff! I am so happy we have multiple products!

As for the quality of the Speedtech Subframe, We have it in EmptyNest and I am very impressed with it. I had my choice of subframes, I wanted to try the Speedtech in one of our own cars and I am happy I did. As for performance, It has done pretty damn good.

Here is a little video of the first and only pass I made at Run Through The Hills. Now keep in mind I had not walked the coarse (I got there real late, Hungover, Bill was pissed!). So being my first lap (only lap) I am being fairly conservitive, and still ran a 38.3, which was better then most first runs (minus pros). Listen to it, You don't even here tire scuffing except when I overdrive it into the corners on the second lap. She is a bit soft of the shock settings. No tuning, Nothing, just as I drove it in off the street. Long story short I am not even close to the edge yet.The score boards are posted at Pro Touring. Almost every combination was there. Other then the Pros I was right there with all the other cars that had 3 and 4 shots at the track. And Frank is no autocross driver!

Now back to Tony's thread.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u212/ProdigyCustoms/th_MOV01020.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/albums/u212/ProdigyCustoms/?action=view&current=MOV01020.flv)

ProdigyCustoms
11-26-2008, 08:26 AM
Ive had PMs saying dont buy the Speedtech because its crap.

Are those PMs from key board heros that have no real experiences? Consider the source. Are those PMs from manufacturers of competing products? Consider the source! Are those PMs coming from un happy Speedtech subframe customers (not likely)? Consider the source!

Roger M
11-26-2008, 08:39 AM
This may be a stupid question, but I'll ask anyway. What is the difference between stock, Speedtech, and the high end subframes? If the geometry on the speedtech subframe is the same as stock, then what would be the benefit of using it:question:

tones2SS
11-26-2008, 08:49 AM
im not sure if they truley think its crap cause thats not the case at all... its a true quality piece. its just that is doesent have any geometry gain like the other SF's... and everyone seems to be on such a kick that you must have the BEST suspension setup period! wether your just gonna drive the car on the streets and to shows or full aout race the car every weekend.:rolleyes:
if i recall you said you really had no intensions of racing the car anyways in which why bother spend the extra money (unless its dispensible for you) on a more expensive SF. right?
i personally felt that the stock was more than capable for your need but you sold it already lol

I agree Jay.
Now for someone like me, that is just going to go to car shows and maybe the occasional cruise, this sub frame would be great!!!:thumbsup:
If they were an inferior product, I'm sure we would heard about it by now. (And I haven't heard any complaints.):thumbsup: