Tony's car "Karma" has arrived

[Flash68]

Looks sweet Tony! You must be loving it right now being there. Enjoy the time.

Didn't know you were gonna do that 69 style lower valance. Looks great! :D

[Musclerodz]

Looks sweet Tony! You must be loving it right now being there. Enjoy the time.

Didn't know you were gonna do that 69 style lower valance. Looks great! :DHe didn't either until I donated it :thumbsup:

[Flash68]

He didn't either until I donated it :thumbsup:

Very nice work Mike. :)

[Spiffav8]

He didn't either until I donated it :thumbsup:

That valance get's around! :lol:

[awr68]

Yeah, first Curtis had it, gave it to Mike....he had his way with it, and then Mike gave it to me! Good thing we're all friends!! :lol:

BTW, Mike it looks great on the car! Thanks!! :cheers:

[tones2SS]

Yeah, first Curtis had it, gave it to Mike....he had his way with it, and then Mike gave it to me! Good thing we're all friends!! :lol:

BTW, Mike it looks great on the car! Thanks!! :cheers:

LOL!!! That's funny.
It does look awesome on the car. Good job on the valance Mike!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[comp-spec]

Here's some pics of the body work on Karma. You can tell by the pics that there is a lot less body filler used than before.

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro201.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro202.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro203.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro204.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro205.jpg

[comp-spec]

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro208.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro209.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro210.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro206.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro207.jpg

[comp-spec]

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro211.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro212.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro213.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro214.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro215.jpg

[comp-spec]

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro216.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro217.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro218.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro219.jpg
Here is a pic of the body filler that was on the lower fenders.This gives you an idea how thick the filler was before
We will be replacing them with new ones
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro220.jpg

[tones2SS]

AWESOME!!!
Tony is really happy with the job you & Brian are doing!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[comp-spec]

Here a pic of how thick the door was before
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro221.jpg
Here's a pic of the edge now
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro222.jpg

[Spiffav8]

WOW :faint: That's an amazing difference!

[Musclerodz]

it is amazing how little filler is required when used by someone who know how to apply it. That is a huge difference in the pics.

[awr68]

comp-spec :beavis:

[DOOM]

Tony , Mike does'nt no it yet but he's going to have to make me one of those valances to :yes: I was going to order one from Marquez but steel would be kick azz. Now I just have to talk him into it-$$$$$$$$$:yes: :captain: :cheers:

[conekiller13]

Damn that's impressive. I think the car may have lost 200lbs in filler!

[JamesJ]

All that filler is just crazy!!!

[waynieZ]

That picture of the fender extewntion doesn't even look as thick as it was in person. Pete removed a ton of filler. They do some awesome work.
It was nice to meet Tony and his wife Jen and the other Tony . All nice people including Pete and Brian. They have some awesome projects going on in the shop.

[70rs]

The car looks great! This series of pics was what I've been wanting to see. The sub frame and suspension is really nice too. Those wheels are killer! That front valance looks right at home there, the factory should have done that.
Did anyone ever try to weigh the car before and after the bondo diet? It had to be at least 100 pounds on there.
To all of the guys who laid hands on it to get it looking so good--:hail:

[Northeast Rod Run]

now that's some progress!

[syborg tt]

car looks awesome guy's

can't wait to see the finished product.

?? what size tires on the car now

[awr68]

car looks awesome guy's

can't wait to see the finished product.

?? what size tires on the car now

Thanks Marty!

They were:
245/40/18
315/30/18

It's the basic Camaro package now.
275/35/18
335/30/18

[conekiller13]

Thanks Marty!

They were:
245/40/18
315/30/18

It's the basic Camaro package now.
275/35/18
335/30/18

Sticky sticky..................:drive:

[syborg tt]

Man I just love how they look

Thanks Marty!

They were:
245/40/18
315/30/18

It's the basic Camaro package now.
275/35/18
335/30/18

[tones2SS]

Man I just love how they look

They look even better in person!!!:unibrow: :thumbsup:

[mtlinvtns]

A little late posting, but it was nice to meet you Tony. The car looks great and Pete your doing a great job. Thanks for letting me stop by to check things out. Can't wait to see it completed. Thanks, Jon.

[awr68]

Jon, it was great talking with you! Thanks for stopping by! :cheers:

[ItDoRun]

Wish I could have been there. She's looking good! We need to talk about those 335's.

[Steve1968LS2]

Wish I could have been there..

The first "Karma" story will be in the next issue of Camaro Performers.. out in about a month.

Looking very good Tony!

[conekiller13]

Wish I could have been there..

The first "Karma" story will be in the next issue of Camaro Performers.. out in about a month.

Looking very good Tony!

Cool, now I'll have to buy another issue.

[Spiffav8]

Cool, now I'll have to buy another issue.

Time to get a subscription buddy!:thumbsup:

[Spiffav8]

Wish I could have been there..

The first "Karma" story will be in the next issue of Camaro Performers.. out in about a month.

Looking very good Tony!

Steve,

How many tech articles where you guys able to get out of Karma? I think that's awesome and just adds to this build. :thumbsup:

[jcal87]

Man that wheel and tire combo is killer!

[Steve1968LS2]

Steve,

How many tech articles where you guys able to get out of Karma? I think that's awesome and just adds to this build. :thumbsup:

Not sure.. four or five I think..

The first story is "when good cars go bad" and it's a two parter.

Well, it also lets us help out in the parts department, plus it's good tech.

[tones2SS]

Man that wheel and tire combo is killer!

That's funny, 'cause that's exactly what I kept telling Tony when we were pm'ing back and forth when he was asking about his car.:thumbsup:

[conekiller13]

Time to get a subscription buddy!:thumbsup:

Yea........but I don't have a Camaro. Now if some one wants to do somthing with an A-body.......I'll call it project BAF. Broke As Fu........:willy:

[XLexusTech]

Is the car in color yet? Just wondering...

[jy211]

Is the car in color yet? Just wondering...

or any picture update in it's current state? :thumbsup:

[awr68]

Last I heard we are still waiting on a few parts to finalize mock-up. Thanks for the interest guys! :cheers:

[comp-spec]

Thanks goes to Rick Klein of Hood-Latches, LLC for their cast aluminum hood latch for Karma. :thumbsup:

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro223.jpg

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro224.jpg

Also thanks to Detroit Speed for their billet hood latch pin, spring collar and headlight switch knob.

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro225.jpg

[awr68]

nice parts! :thumbsup:

[Spiffav8]

Anthony....I am in your Will to get Karma...RIGHT!? :yes:

[DOOM]

Anthony....I am in your Will to get Karma...RIGHT!? :yes:
:_paranoid :captain:

[awr68]

Anthony....I am in your Will to get Karma...RIGHT!? :yes:

:lol: :lol:

[conekiller13]

Anthony....I am in your Will to get Karma...RIGHT!? :yes:

Not if I get to it first.............and I'm closer........:thumbsup: :rofl:

[Spiffav8]

Not if I get to it first.............and I'm closer........:thumbsup: :rofl:

Oh...Trust me when I say I have the connections to have that sucker in my garage in less than 18 hours! :unibrow:

[conekiller13]

Oh...Trust me when I say I have the connections to have that sucker in my garage in less than 18 hours! :unibrow:

Once it's back at Tony's I can be to it in fifteen minuets!!!:woot:

[Spiffav8]

Once it's back at Tony's I can be to it in fifteen minuets!!!:woot:

I was thinking from Pete's shop to my house. Thanks for the info...I'll have to start planning a boost from that area too. :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Hey Tony, sounds like you better have KARMA locked in a garage in an "undisclosed" area in Walpole, MA somewhere!!! lol:unibrow: :thumbsup:
Can't wait to see this bad boy with paint!!!!:wow:

[comp-spec]

A little more patience :thumbsup:

I just talked with Nick about the last part of Karma. We are going to
show what it takes to go from prep to paint as far as sanding ( show the different grit paper used to get ready for paint and the basic steps).
Then show a little about prepping the gun, mixing the paint, a little spraying technique and masking the car.
Basic stuff that a new guy might need to know

We still need front valance lights and trunk hinges to finalize fit and then we can start getting a plan together with Chuck to cover the last part of Karma's rebuild

I know it's been a long and interesting road but a little more patience and Karma's rebuild will be complete and ready to head back West
AND ALL THANKS TO THE :lateral: TEAM

[GMracer]

Nice, I'm definetely going to be looking out for that article. I'm new to the whole body work aspects of building a car. I do the metal work and chassis construction but I'd like to broaden my knowledge when it comes to that. Is that going to be in the Camaro magazine?

[comp-spec]

Nice, I'm definetely going to be looking out for that article. I'm new to the whole body work aspects of building a car. I do the metal work and chassis construction but I'd like to broaden my knowledge when it comes to that. Is that going to be in the Camaro magazine?

The whole Karma story starts in the next issue, but the paint tech article will not be for a few issues.

[tones2SS]

A little more patience :thumbsup:

I just talked with Nick about the last part of Karma. We are going to
show what it takes to go from prep to paint as far as sanding ( show the different grit paper used to get ready for paint and the basic steps).
Then show a little about prepping the gun, mixing the paint, a little spraying technique and masking the car.
Basic stuff that a new guy might need to know

We still need front valance lights and trunk hinges to finalize fit and then we can start getting a plan together with Chuck to cover the last part of Karma's rebuild

I know it's been a long and interesting road but a little more patience and Karma's rebuild will be complete and ready to head back West
AND ALL THANKS TO THE :lateral: TEAM

Awesome Pete!
You and Brian deserve A LOT of credit. Great job with KARMA guys.:bow: :thumbsup:

[awr68]

Thanks for the update Pete! :thumbsup:

[Steve1968LS2]

The whole Karma story starts in the next issue, but the paint tech article will not be for a few issues.

Yea, I talked with Nick today about this.. The only problem is that Track Rat is at the same "prep for paint" stage.. just need to spread them out a bit.

Your story will be good since it's traditional glossy paint whereas the TR is the satin stuff. I'm sure you guys will provide some interesting tech.

Make sure you cover masking (ie, back masking, etc).. I think it's often overlooked and there is a trick to it. I've seen the first two stories all laid out.. they look VERY good.

[dhondagod]

Awesome....


Chris:cool:

[bigtyme1]

Just wanted to see how things are comming along, Pete are you going to GM Nationals in Carlyle this year?

[70rs]

I can't wait to see this finished. My hat is off to all of the people involved in getting this done for Tony and his family. :cheers:

[comp-spec]

Got the last few parts from Marquez Design today.

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro226.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro227.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro228.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro229.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro230.jpg

[waynieZ]

Thats some sweet looking stuff you got there.

[waynieZ]

Pete have you done the tech story on the paint yet?

[awr68]

WOW!!! :woot:
Everything looks killer!! Marquez totally makes jewelry that's for sure!!
BIG thanks to Pascual and crew at Marquez Design!! :bow: :thumbsup:

Thanks for the pics Pete!! :cheers:

[comp-spec]

Pete have you done the tech story on the paint yet?


Very soon, Chuck is coming back from the LA Roadster Show this week.
When he gets back and settled in we will be starting the tech on prepping the car for paint


:lateral: will be the first to know

[tones2SS]

Looks like Marquez is the way to go for the "little goodies".
Those look good. Can't wait to see what they look like on KARMA!:hail: :cheers:

[conekiller13]

Wow, I think jewelery is an understatement..........

[skatinjay27]

now those are some sexy 68 tail lights!

[Al Moreno]

Those things look nice in the black finish, not to much bling bling.

[awr68]

Those things look nice in the black finish, not to much bling bling.

That's the whole idea with this car! :thumbsup:

[BBC71Nova]

Those sure do look purty :D

John

[Spiffav8]

:faint:

[ArisESQ]

I'm getting more and more excited to see the finished product! This has been a hell of a build.

[conekiller13]

That's the whole idea with this car! :thumbsup:


Lean and Mean :thumbsup:

[Northeast Rod Run]

finally read the article in the new Camaro Performers magazine

love the overhead shot of the car blown apart

[Flash68]

Yeah great article! :thumbsup:

[awr68]

I'm working out of town right now, so I will have to wait tell I get home to read it in a day or two.....

[waynieZ]

Saw the write up Tony , very nice. Boy will you have something to brag to the grandchildren lol. I'm hoping I'm feeling ok so I can ask Pete if I can go by and check out the progress when he paints.

[Steve68]

Time for a update!!!

well thats what I think,

[Spiffav8]

Time for a update!!!

well thats what I think,

Apparently...people need to know. LOL


I always get excited when I seen someone has posted in this thread thinking there is new information. LOL

[comp-spec]

We will be starting paint tech sometime the end of this week or next week.

[tones2SS]

Apparently...people need to know. LOL


I always get excited when I seen someone has posted in this thread thinking there is new information. LOL

That's funny. I do the same thing Curtis!! lol:lol:

[Steve1968LS2]

The second story has been written, laid out and turned into the printer.. looks good!

[70rs]

Steve, I just finished reading the story in the current issue. Looks great and lots of helpfull info for a newbie like me. Thanks. Looking forward to the next segment on the build story.

[awr68]

I just re-read this months article today...good stuff!! Thanks CP!! :thumbsup:

I got to tell ya, we all are very lucky to have a great book like CP in our corner!!

[conekiller13]

I just re-read this months article today...good stuff!! Thanks CP!! :thumbsup:

I got to tell ya, we all are very lucky to have a great book like CP in our corner!!

So how about Chevelle Performer? :willy:

[tones2SS]

So how about Chevelle Performer? :willy:

LOL!!!:lol:

[comp-spec]

Chuck came this week to start shooting pics for the paint tech article. Here's a few pics.

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro231.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro232.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro233.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro234.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro235.jpg

[OLDFLM]

Hey Pete, where can I get one of those cool T-shirts!? :unibrow:

Great Pics!! I can feel the excitement all the way down here in Jaw-Jah!!

[Spiffav8]

Oh man I can't wait to see some color on that sucker! :yes:

Pete the car looks great! You and your crew really know what you're doing. Please extend out thanks to all of them. :bow:


:cheers:

[rsk68]

looking good Anthony, it wont be long now!

[tones2SS]

Very awesome Pete & Brian!!:hail:
Can't wait to see paint on that bad boy!! Keep up the great work guys!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[awr68]

:D :thumbsup: :cheers:

[bulldog19]

Looking Good Tony!!! You have got to be stoked about getting ready to see some color!

[Garage Dog 65]

Looking good ! Getting close to an engine start video soon !!

Jim

[awr68]

Looking Good Tony!!! You have got to be stoked about getting ready to see some color!

YEP!! :yes: :woot:

[bigtyme1]

Looking good Tony, the valance looks great. wished I'd done that to mine.

[waynieZ]

Nice Tony getting close...

[conekiller13]

Very nice to to see the panels all getting along like a happy family.

:cheers:

[bigtyme1]

Tony, just got the new mag, nice spead the car is coming along nice.

[Spiffav8]

Tony, just got the new mag, nice spead the car is coming along nice.

Me too! I love that we get to see members cars in it! :D Pete and the guys are doing some AWESOME work and I can't wait to see some color on that thing!

[awr68]

I'll have to go check the mail box! Thanks for the heads up guys!! :cheers:

[awr68]

It was in the mail box! Another great issue of CP's with lots of great cars and tech! Great job guys!! :thumbsup:

Pete and Brian, you guys do great work! Thanks!!
Chuck, nice write up and pics!!

It's getting much closer!! :D

[jy211]

any new pictures

[awr68]

any new pictures

Soon.................VERY soon!! :unibrow:

[waynieZ]

I'm sitting by the mail box not here yet! I can't wait to see it.

[Beegs]

I'm sitting by the mail box not here yet! I can't wait to see it.

I bought it last night at barnes and nobles. Great mag! Nice to see members cars...:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Got It ! looks good Tony..

[awr68]

My ATS AFX spindles got delivered to comp-spec yeasterday...thanks Tyler!! :thumbsup: :woot: :cheers:

Pete, you can have your's back now!! :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Tony you 've got some very nice parts going in you car ! Very nice...

[awr68]

Thanks Wayne! I really can't wait to see it painted and all together!

[tones2SS]

Thanks Wayne! I really can't wait to see it painted and all together!

After Pete and Brian get done with that bad boy, she'll look killer!!:thumbsup:
You must be getting really anxious Tony.

[awr68]

After Pete and Brian get done with that bad boy, she'll look killer!!:thumbsup:
You must be getting really anxious Tony.

Yeah, I am!! Are you stopping by next week for any perticular reason? ;)

[tones2SS]

Yeah, I am!! Are you stopping by next week for any perticular reason? ;)

You know it brother!!! lol:cheers: I can't wait. Pete said he'll send me a pm. Looking forward to it.
I think they may start Orange Krate as well. How lucky am I that I get to see not only Karma, Orange Krate as well being built first hand?!?!? AWESOME!!:cheers:

[awr68]

Getting closer!! :woot:
http://i676.photobucket.com/albums/vv126/comp-spec/camaro236.jpg
http://i676.photobucket.com/albums/vv126/comp-spec/camaro237.jpg
http://i676.photobucket.com/albums/vv126/comp-spec/camaro238.jpg
http://i676.photobucket.com/albums/vv126/comp-spec/camaro239.jpg
http://i676.photobucket.com/albums/vv126/comp-spec/camaro241.jpg

[bigtyme1]

Oh yea buddy. I'll race you to the finish line!

[Spiffav8]

AWESOME!!! :dance:

[tones2SS]

AWESOME!!! :dance:

You said it Curtis.:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

OH YEAH ! getting close...

[Flash68]

damn she is lookin good!

[awr68]

Look at that CLEAN booth! :thumbsup:

Guys, this is the kind of shop owner pride that you are looking for when looking for a shop to work on your car. Pete's shop is always well lit, clean, and organized! That doesn't mean that they don't work hard in there and make messes...they just know how to clean up and it really shows!! A+++ Pete!! :thumbsup: :bow: :captain:

http://i676.photobucket.com/albums/vv126/comp-spec/camaro237.jpg

[Steve68]

Yee Ha, ready for paint!!! looks good, and clean.

[tones2SS]

Look at that CLEAN booth! :thumbsup:

Guys, this is the kind of shop owner pride that you are looking for when looking for a shop to work on your car. Pete's shop is always well lit, clean, and organized! That doesn't mean that they don't work hard in there and make messes...they just know how to clean up and it really shows!! A+++ Pete!! :thumbsup: :bow: :captain:

That is why "when??" I am ready for my project, Pete and crew are the guys that I am going to. He explains everything to you that needs to be done, is thorough and when building a car, that is a good thing.:thumbsup: :lateral: :cheers:

[ItDoRun]

Looks like they even changed the booth filters before spraying her!

[jannes_z-28]

Any paint on it yet:question: :question:


Jan

[almcbri]

:woot: paint time!!! I cannot wait to see some more pictures after they roll her out.

[Spiffav8]

Look at that CLEAN booth! :thumbsup:

Guys, this is the kind of shop owner pride that you are looking for when looking for a shop to work on your car. Pete's shop is always well lit, clean, and organized! That doesn't mean that they don't work hard in there and make messes...they just know how to clean up and it really shows!! A+++ Pete!! :thumbsup: :bow: :captain:

http://i676.photobucket.com/albums/vv126/comp-spec/camaro237.jpg

You know that anyone that gives their working environment that much attention to detail is going to give the same amount, if not more, to their work. That's the guy I want working on my car.....well, when I get another one that is. ;)

[Vegas69]

Not taking anything away from comp spec, but it is for a magazine shoot. None the less, that is the perfect enviroment for some sick paint.

[70rs]

How is it coming along out there Pete? Any color on that bad boy yet?

[awr68]

Any paint on it yet:question: :question:


Jan

Not that I know of...............

[MarkM66]

Not taking anything away from comp spec, but it is for a magazine shoot. None the less, that is the perfect enviroment for some sick paint.

That, and your paint booth better be clean.... ;)

[awr68]

I talked with Pete last night and paint will happen soon! He is having some PC issues, let's hope that gets fixed by the time he has pics to post!

Can't wait to see the color on the car, let's hope I made the right choice!! :willy:

[Spiffav8]

I talked with Pete last night and paint will happen soon! He is having some PC issues, let's hope that gets fixed by the time he has pics to post!

Can't wait to see the color on the car, let's hope I made the right choice!! :willy:


You made the right choice. :yes:

[tones2SS]

I think it will look killer Tony!:thumbsup:

[awr68]

Thanks guys! It's always a little scary when picking colors! But thanks to Carter I have a good feeling what it will look like!

[DOOM]

:_paranoid :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question:

[bigtyme1]

Got the mag today. Man the gaps look great. I'm telling Fushia with green scallops would be killer.

[awr68]

:_paranoid :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question: :question:

Pete needed to cash in a few personal days last week so he will reschedule with Chuck and get back on it ASAP. I'll let ya guys know when it's going to happen!! Trust me when I say he and I both are way anxious to see some color on it! :cheers:

[awr68]

Got the mag today. Man the gaps look great. I'm telling Fushia with green scallops would be killer.

:yes: :cool: :thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

What Mag????

[awr68]

What Mag????

Camaro Performers..........:thumbsup:

[70rs]

Camaro Performers..........:thumbsup:

Yeah, the one that is not out on the stands yet. The one I need to subscribe to. That one.:lol:

[XLexusTech]

getting close to the 1 year mark on this thread Holy !@#$%

[awr68]

Yeah, the one that is not out on the stands yet. The one I need to subscribe to. That one.:lol:

Yep, but at least you have last months! ;)

[awr68]

getting close to the 1 year mark on this thread Holy !@#$%

yeah and page 90!! Look out MARTY....were're coming for ya!! :lol: :lateral:

[Blake Foster]

yeah and page 90!! Look out MARTY....were're coming for ya!! :lol: :lateral:

:lol: :lol: :lol:
no doubt. and where is that guy anyway????

[70rs]

Yep, but at least you have last months! ;)

I just took care of that subscription thing.....

I do have last months. I keep it in the "office".:D

[Flash68]

getting close to the 1 year mark on this thread Holy !@#$%

Wow. Has it been that long?! :woot:

[jy211]

still no paint pictures.....:lolhit:

[Spiffav8]

still no paint pictures.....:lolhit:

Hard to not be excited! Still knowing Pete and the boys are working on it will make it all worth while! :yes:

:thumbsup:

[nvr2fst]

:lol: :lol: :lol:
no doubt. and where is that guy anyway????

I dont think anybody will supersede Marty on Post build updates LOL

Yo Tony,
Exciting times, have any fingernails left, or did you bite them all off.
Congrats on getting this far and it wasnt in paint jail for a long time at all.

Dave

[awr68]

Dave, yeah it is exciting times...that's for sure! It's probably good that these finger nail things grow back fast!! :D

And as far as paint jail goes...considering how much work has been done on the car in the last year; the new parts, the custom parts, stripping the car just to turn around and cut a lot of it off, panel r&r, body work, all the photo shoots for Tech...ect. Pete and crew really have been putting in the hours and it shows! I wouldn't call it paint jail this time around....just progress and a lot of it!! Thanks again Pete!! :thumbsup: :hail:

[96z28ss]

yeah and page 90!! Look out MARTY....were're coming for ya!! :lol: :lateral:

Only one BIG difference. Marty has lots of pics in his build thread
:D

[syborg tt]

Only one BIG difference. Marty has lots of pics in his build thread
:D


you guy's crack me up

[96z28ss]

you guy's crack me up

just pointing out the obvious!

[comp-spec]

just pointing out the obvious!

How many pics of primer do you want?? http://www.competition-specialties.com/68camaro2.htm
We will have pics of paint next week...till then sorry

[syborg tt]

How many pics of primer do you want??
We will have pics of paint next week...till then sorry

Tony no no no I mean Pete no one is picking on you guy's

Actually the other day I was talking with a bunch of guy's at the GG Joliet show. We started talking about people and vendors that "Give Back" and your name came up.

I think what you guy's are doing on this car is really cool and I am happy there are still people like you guy's in the world

Quote: "What if the last thing you do, is the last thing people remember" author unknown.

[awr68]

Tony no one is picking on you guy's

Actually the other day I was talking with a bunch of guy's at the GG Joliet show. We started talking about people and vendors that "Give Back" and your name came up.

I think what you guy's are doing on this car is really cool and I am happy there are still people like you guy's in the world

Quote: "What if the last thing you do, is the last thing people remember" author unknown.


I think Marty meant this to be directed to Pete not me........;)

[70rs]

The paint will come when it comes. Till then life goes on. Pete and the guys are doing one hell of a job and doing what not many people would do. All for a guy that really deserves it. I know no one is picking on anyone else, and I am not either. I am just as excited as the next guy to see Karma get some color then get finished. It is just taking a while to get done.
Karma will be worth the wait for sure. Pete and the crew will turn out another awesome job and Tony will get his dream. I'm looking forward to seeing it in person. Maybe if I ask REALLY nice Tony will let me drive it?:rofl: :drive:

[Spiffav8]

Maybe if I ask REALLY nice Tony will let me drive it?:rofl: :drive:

Me First! :unibrow:

[Steve1968LS2]

Dave, yeah it is exciting times...that's for sure! It's probably good that these finger nail things grow back fast!! :D

And as far as paint jail goes...considering how much work has been done on the car in the last year; the new parts, the custom parts, stripping the car just to turn around and cut a lot of it off, panel r&r, body work, all the photo shoots for Tech...ect. Pete and crew really have been putting in the hours and it shows! I wouldn't call it paint jail this time around....just progress and a lot of it!! Thanks again Pete!! :thumbsup: :hail:

"Paint Vacation"

[awr68]

"Paint Vacation"

I like that!! :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Yes When you get it back it will be rested and ready for action and look sweet while it does it.

[syborg tt]

I think Marty meant this to be directed to Pete not me........;)

Man yesterday was a tuff day. Yep I meant Pete

ps I corrected my post.

[syborg tt]

Ya know I chime in again.

When I started working on my truck there was never a completion date set in stone. When I began working with Dave at Comp Fab we alway's joke when it's done it's done. Then the same with kenny and now that it's at Tracy's I feel the same way.

When it's done it's done and it will be the way it needs to be. So take your time do it once and get it the way it needs to be done. heck if your cars complete how are you going to post pics for us to look at.

Then what would we do.

[jy211]

So take your time do it once and get it the way it needs to be done.

Man I just wish everyone who wanted a car built understood this! :D

[awr68]

Marty, we share the same car building philosophy!

I am deep into my seventh year and still have the attitude that I would rather have it done right than rush threw it and be disappointed. Pete and I talk often and agree that the car needs to be done 'right' this time and that takes a little more time...we both are fine with that. So it will be done when it's done...although it is nice that we are getting REAL close to seeing it in color! :D

[nvr2fst]

"Paint Vacation"

Yea, thats a good one Steve.

Tony's/Pete's build thread and other coverage Ive seen or read on Anthony's car has been top notch and well documented. Great job guys.

[GregWeld]

Paint Vacation?? More like Paint Jail !!


LOL

[Spiffav8]

Paint Vacation?? More like Paint Jail !!


LOL

Jail!? no, no, no....it's more like an extended stay at a luxury resort with weekly spa treatments. It's only jail if you can't get the car back or it's being held up by the shop, which totally isn't the case here. Man I would send a car to Pete and the crew and just say "let me know when it's done" in a heart beat. I'd be willing to bet there are more than a few of us here who have that kind of trust in the guy.

:thumbsup:


Keep up the good work Pete and tell the guys thanks for me! :captain:

[syborg tt]

Man I would send a car to Pete and the crew and just say "let me know when it's done" in a heart beat. I'd be willing to bet there are more than a few of us here who have that kind of trust in the guy.


I would do the same

[tones2SS]

Jail!? no, no, no....it's more like an extended stay at a luxury resort with weekly spa treatments. It's only jail if you can't get the car back or it's being held up by the shop, which totally isn't the case here. Man I would send a car to Pete and the crew and just say "let me know when it's done" in a heart beat. I'd be willing to bet there are more than a few of us here who have that kind of trust in the guy.

:thumbsup:


Keep up the good work Pete and tell the guys thanks for me! :captain:

You know it Curtis!!!
When my project comes to light, Pete and his boys are the guys I am going to.:lateral: :thumbsup:

[comp-spec]

?
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro242.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro243.jpg
:unibrow:

[70rs]

awesome!!!!

[jannes_z-28]

So its gonna be Ferrari Silverstone Grey?

Jan

[70rs]

So its gonna be Ferrari Silverstone Grey?

Jan

YUP!! Really nice color too.

[tones2SS]

VERY NICE!!!
She's gonna look killer!:thumbsup: :lateral:

[awr68]

So its gonna be Ferrari Silverstone Grey?

Jan

Yep! With the black SS stripe and tail panel. :D

[waynieZ]

Oh So Sweet !!!

[awr68]

Thanks again Mario...you the man!! xoxoxo :cheers:
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro242.jpg

[Garage Dog 65]

Not sure if this will help Tony - but we shot a 58 vette with your color and black coves. This is in the booth and I can't find the outside in the sun shots - but it looked wicked sir !

This car has a LS2 580 hp, TKO500, 3.42 Dana 44. Front and Rear spring eliminator kits with QA1 coilovers, C6 brakes and black Z06 wheel on all 4 corners of a paul newman chassis.

Looking forward to seeing the new paint out in the sun !

Jim

[awr68]

Not sure if this will help Tony - but we shot a 58 vette with your color and black coves. This is in the booth and I can't find the outside in the sun shots - but it looked wicked sir !

This car has a LS2 580 hp, TKO500, 3.42 Dana 44. Front and Rear spring eliminator kits with QA1 coilovers, C6 brakes and black Z06 wheel on all 4 corners of a paul newman chassis.

Looking forward to seeing the new paint out in the sun !

Jim

Thanks for the pic, Jim...should get me threw the night!! :lol:
That sounds like a great car...we need pics as it goes together!! :thumbsup:

[Flash68]

Thanks again Mario...you the man!! xoxoxo :cheers:


Tony, did you just give Mario hugs and kisses? :lol:

[waynieZ]

That color is going to look great Tony, and we'll excuse the hugs and kisses THIS TIME.

[awr68]

Hey, you got to love the guy!! :lol:

[zbugger]

Damn... Tony, your car is gonna look AMAZING!!!! I can't wait to see it together.

[awr68]

Thanks Allen! How are you with hand tools...you're not that far down the road! ;)

[rogue]

Grigio Silverstone is one of my favorite colors out there. Keeping an eye on this one. :thumbsup:

[zbugger]

Thanks Allen! How are you with hand tools...you're not that far down the road! ;)

Hand tools... Hmmm... I think you're talking about the chrome ones, right? I'm not bad....... Oh, wait. You mean like Craftsman and Snap-On, right? Yeah, I'm good with those!! lol....

Seriously, I can't wait to see pictures of you and the car in your driveway... Well, you and your wife, with your wife holding you up and with a box of kleenex because you got all weak in the knees and started crying as you realize the long road is almost done. Next step, cruising and track time!!! I really can't wait to see that picture.

[conekiller13]

Gonna look oh so sweet.......just like I knew it would. :thumbsup:

[awr68]

Gonna look oh so sweet.......just like I knew it would. :thumbsup:

Yep, thanks for the ongoing “suggestion” big guy! LOL :lol:

[jy211]

so let's see some of them "in paint process" pictures....:willy: :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Gonna look oh so sweet.......just like I knew it would. :thumbsup:

I agree Dan. I am lucky enough to see it in person!!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[conekiller13]

I agree Dan. I am lucky enough to see it in person!!:thumbsup: :cheers:


I have to wait till it get's back here to see it. But at least I get to help Tony asemble it......:_paranoid

[almcbri]

Looks sweet, where are the rollers though? I thought Anthony was wanting to do one of those roll-on paint jobs. :D
j/k buddy. Looks like a great color.

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro242.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro243.jpg
:unibrow:

[tones2SS]

I have to wait till it get's back here to see it. But at least I get to help Tony asemble it......:_paranoid

Yeah. Good deal!!:cheers:

[tones2SS]

OK, TONY & everyone else!!!! (these are the base shots.)
Here are some pics from today. Chuck was there taking pics for Camaro Performers as well.:thumbsup: :cheers:

[tones2SS]

Here are 3 more of the first shot of the actual paint.
(Pete will post more tonight!!!):thumbsup:

[70rs]

He is going to just DIE!! He had to leave to go to the dentist. I just texted him that there are pics up. I bet he won't be able to sit still for the appointment!!

[JFR68]

Holy Cow, we have paint. Yippy. Great work Peter and Brian. I can say xoxoxox.:thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

He is going to just DIE!! He had to leave to go to the dentist. I just texted him that there are pics up. I bet he won't be able to sit still for the appointment!!

I can see it now! Can you hurry this up, I got some pictures of my car that I have to see!!! lol:lol:


Holly Cow, we have paint. Yippy. Great work Peter and Brian. I can say xoxoxox.:thumbsup:

Yeah, awesome!! This is the just the first coat. Very cool seeing it all come together!:thumbsup:

[bigtyme1]

I think we should wate a few more days for the clear shots:lol:

[comp-spec]

I think we should wate a few more days for the clear shots:lol:

Ok Mark
I'm clearing right now but, I'll tell Tony you want to wait a few days before he can see it

:wow:

[bigtyme1]

Ok Mark
I'm clearing right now but, I'll tell Tony you want to wait a few days before he can see it

:wow:

If you need somebody to talk you through it, your more then welcome to call. I had a guy on the phone with me the whole time I was spraying :cheers: :cheers:

[comp-spec]

:lol:

[awr68]

I'm back from the dentist!!

Right On!!! :woot: Even in base coat this car looks great! Nice work Pete and Brian, all the days of prep and even more prep is clearly paying off!! You can tell this car is going to be NICE!! :thumbsup:

Can't wait to see it shiny!! :D

How cool is it that we get to see pics as they go? Pretty fitting considering how many people helped get it to Pete....thanks again guys!! :lateral:

[tones2SS]

I'm back from the dentist!!

Right On!!! :woot: Even in base coat this car looks great! Nice work Pete and Brian, all the days of prep and even more prep is clearly paying off!! You can tell this car is going to be NICE!! :thumbsup:

Can't wait to see it shiny!! :D

Pete showed me the lid of the can in the sunlight and it looks KILLER!!!!!:thumbsup: :cheers: Very nice.
Car looks great Tony. You are going to be very happy.

[bigtyme1]

due to technical difficulties the post will be be shut down for 3 days for maintenance.

[GregWeld]

due to technical difficulties the post will be be shut down for 3 days for maintenance.

I can't even tell you what that would do to him! LOL

SO in the meantime -- here's where you can see a car done all shined up and everything!! EEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAAA


http://www.italiaspeed.com/2005/motor_show/autorai_2005/review/ferrari/f430/ferrari_f430_107.jpg

[awr68]

due to technical difficulties the post will be be shut down for 3 days for maintenance.

You are a VERY funny guy..................not!! :lol:

[awr68]

Greg, that a nice pic! Now just picture it with a little black here and there! :cool:

[Spiffav8]

:dance: :dance:

[comp-spec]

stay tuned clear pics coming up

[awr68]

refresh....refresh...refresh....ect!! LOL :D :lol:

[comp-spec]

Here's some pics
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro258.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro244.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro245.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro246.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro247.jpg

[comp-spec]

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro248.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro249.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro250.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro251.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro252.jpg

[comp-spec]

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro253.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro254.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro255.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro256.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro257.jpg

[awr68]

OH HELL YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :beavis: :D

[bigtyme1]

I still like the fushia better, but I guess this will do. :hail: :thumbsup:

[Garage Dog 65]

Wow !!!!!

:yes: :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes:

Wait 'till you see that in the sun light Tony - smoking !!!!! :thumbsup:


Fire it up !

Jim

[aany001]

man does that look good!!!!!!!!!!!! Tony have you soiled yourself yet!!
:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Oh Yeah That looks so sweet !!! You guys did a nice job Pete, very nice.
No Sleep For Tony Tonight!

[awr68]

No sleep, that's for sure!! :yes:

My dad and I are checking out the pics and are in awe how great it looks!! Nice...very nice!!

[ItDoRun]

Congrats, Tony! I know you're pumped right now. The color looks great!

[bigtyme1]

I can see it's really going to pop out in the sun. Call you tomorrow buddy.

[OLDFLM]

Congrats my friend!!!!! I know you have to be pumped!!!! :woot:

V/R,
Ty

[rogue]

Such a stunning color

[65 347]

Great job Pete!!!!!

[waynieZ]

Maybe I'll ask Pete if I can swing by and see it.

[Matt@BOS]

Congrats, love that shade of gray! I remember reading about your project long before I ever joined Lateral-g.

Paint really feels like a major milestone, doesn't it? Just imagine how great it will be to see it in person after the cut and buff.

Matt

[almcbri]

:bow: looks awesome.

[Vegas69]

Bitchin color Tony:thumbsup:

[awr68]

Thanks guys! Picking a color is more than stressfull...but Dan promissed that this was the color for the car so we had Carter do the rendering and really liked it! And after seeing the pics tonight I can now relax...I'm REAL happy with it!! :woot:

[conekiller13]

All I can say is menacing...truly menacing......Karma will kick Your Ass:willy: :thumbsup: :hail:

[Musclerodz]

Looking good Pete. I am sure Tony can't wait to get it home now.......

[customcam]

:wow:
Congrats to all involved, one bad ass ride :thumbsup:

[70rs]

Really nice work guys! You picked the perfect color for the car Tony! AWESOME!!!

[jannes_z-28]

Congrats on a great choice of color :thumbsup: It looks great and will look even more great when it is put back together. Now you can drive it next summer, right?


Jan

[Tom.A]

Awesome. :thumbsup:

[czubaka]

I don't normally reply with the "your car looks great" kind of comments, but I feel compelled to in this case.

That Ferrari does nothing for the color...compared to Karma! Ferrari had no idea they made that color specifically for the 1st gen Camaro!

[jy211]

cue the KC and the sunshine band music....That's they way.....:thumbsup: :rofl:

[tones2SS]

Maybe I'll ask Pete if I can swing by and see it.

Let me know when you decide to go over Wayne. I'll meet you there.:thumbsup:

Thanks guys! Picking a color is more than stressfull...but Dan promissed that this was the color for the car so we had Carter do the rendering and really liked it! And after seeing the pics tonight I can now relax...I'm REAL happy with it!! :woot:

TONY!!! All I can say is, you are going to be SIKKED when you get this car home. It's going to be a KILLER car. The color looks amazing!! I've been watching Pete and Brian work their magic on this car and let me tell you, you are going to be very happy!!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[Blake Foster]

WHERE"S the DAM PICTURES!!!!!

[tones2SS]

WHERE"S the DAM PICTURES!!!!!

They start on page 95 Blake and continue through.
ENJOY!!:thumbsup:

[BBC71Nova]

Finally some dayum pictures with paint :D . Looks awesome! Congrats

John

[Spiffav8]

OH HELL YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :beavis: :D

Anthony...You know how much I hate you right now....right? :lol:

Pete, It looks awesome! Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!


:cheers:

[Rybar]

KICK ASS TONY!! Color looks awesome, I love it :thumbsup:

[camaro2nv]

Very nice!

[Stuart Adams]

Nice. Looking forward to the finished product. Going to be cool.

[nvr2fst]

Looks good Tony, "100" pages later and shes almost home.
Great color choice. Pete did ya justice.

[fleetus macmullitz]

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/68camaro/camaro257.jpg

That could help someone with multiple addictions pare it down to just one new one! :lol: