My 69 Camaro, "Project Stance"

[DFRESH]

I'm terrible about taking pictures and documenting progress, however I have vowed to begin doing it, thus here is my first "documented" update. Was able to put the ATS spindles and Baer brakes on this weekend. Have a few things to tie up to finish it off (align, clean up, etc) Rear suspension is next project, then rear brakes (as long as nothing else falls off before then).

Old versus new
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ATS--these things are cool

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Installed

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Looking forward to some testing after alignment at my favorite track (El Toro High School Parking lot). Many thanks to Jon and Justin at Driverz for getting me setup with the brakes and all the help.

Doug

[70rs]

Thos brakes should be a bit better huh?:unibrow:

Everything is looking great, let us know how big the ticket is for testing at your favorite track........:rofl:

[DFRESH]

Thos brakes should be a bit better huh?:unibrow:

Everything is looking great, let us know how big the ticket is for testing at your favorite track........:rofl:

LOL---here's a good one---one of the motor cycle officers saw me mid-drift in a full four wheel slide at the same "track" last week---he stopped at the side of the road and held up his hands like---"Dude, seriously?"---I waved him over--he motioned to his radio and sped off---as did I as soon as he cleared my vision.

[Vegas69]

Lookin good man:thumbsup:

[70rs]

LOL---here's a good one---one of the motor cycle officers saw me mid-drift in a full four wheel slide at the same "track" last week---he stopped at the side of the road and held up his hands like---"Dude, seriously?"---I waved him over--he motioned to his radio and sped off---as did I as soon as he cleared my vision.

That is too funny! If that was me, I would have been impounded along with the car!:lol:

[Flash68]

Looks killer Doug!

[Chicken Louie]

Looking good

Are those new brakes 13 or 14 inch rotors?

[awr68]

Lovin' it Doug!! :thumbsup:

[DFRESH]

Looking good

Are those new brakes 13 or 14 inch rotors?

They are indeed 14 inch rotors---wheels are 19's in front---

[DFRESH]

Lovin' it Doug!! :thumbsup:

Thanks Bud---anynews on your's being wrapped up?

Doug

[DFRESH]

Looks killer Doug!

Hey Dave, what's the latest on your car and Barret Jackson?

[Steve1968LS2]

Very nice.. the same brakes I'm running. The best part is all of the pad choices on the market that fits them.

[Kendall Burleson]

Nice parts should stop great.

[awr68]

Thanks Bud---anynews on your's being wrapped up?

Doug

Nothing solid.....early this year though! :D

[DFRESH]

Very nice.. the same brakes I'm running. The best part is all of the pad choices on the market that fits them.

I gotta say Steve, it was one of the reasons for going with these brakes--ease of getting pads--and lots of options when choosing. When your pump went bad at the shootout, it was great that you could drive into town and just pick another one up---that left an impression on me--especially since this one is for driving to work--auto x and track days.

Doug

[awr68]

I have to say that I really agree with the Theory of Rupp! Use as many OE parts as possible!

As you mentioned Doug, Steve's water pump is a perfect example of why this is so important for a car that gets used!!

[70rs]

I have to say that I really agree with the Theory of Rupp! Use as many OE parts as possible!

As you mentioned Doug, Steve's water pump is a perfect example of why this is so important for a car that gets used!!

Agreed. All of the same reasons i am using the Z06 brakes and as many other stock parts as possible. I have learned a lot from watching all of these projects come together here as well as the finished ones getting dialed in and abused too. (Todd:lol: )

[ironworks]

Looks good, what about some pics of the Drag Radial Car?

[Flash68]

Hey Dave, what's the latest on your car and Barret Jackson?

Denied their Sunday "Prime Time" offer. :lol:

[Vegas69]

I gain more respect for GM everyday. There is something to be said for the reliability and availability of GM parts. That's the beauty on an LSX motor, stock syle pumps, and corvette brakes. With that being said, every car has so many custom touches that it doesn't take much to end your day. After all I broke a stock GM power steering pump at Spring Mountain as well. In fact, it's the same type 2 pump Steve broke at the Optima Challenge. I know his was a turn one already that had seen better days. Not all stock parts are engineered to be pushed to the level some of us are looking for either. I've already made the bed I lay in and you won't see me running the one lap of america. :rofl: At the end of the day, your only as good as the sum of your parts.

[Flash68]

At the end of the day, your only as good as the sum of your parts.

Actually, you are only as good as your weakest link/part.

[awr68]

At the end of the day, your only as good as the sum of your parts.

At the end of the day I'm just dead tired...........................;)

[Flash68]

At the end of the day I'm just dead tired...........................;)

:lol: Good answer!

[Vegas69]

Actually, you are only as good as your weakest link/part.

That's what I meant...:unibrow:

[ccracin]

At the end of the day there are still alot of us that still have a pile of parts! :lol: Looking very nice. You should really enjoy the improvements!

[DFRESH]

Looks good, what about some pics of the Drag Radial Car?

Rodger, don't have any recent ones with the new wheels, stance, etc--- Procharger still uses the car in their catalog--saw it at SEMA--here are the pics they use--I am due to begin working on the car again soon---trying to fund two cars is getting the best of me.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Vegas1.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/vegasengine.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/vegas3.jpg

[DFRESH]

I gain more respect for GM everyday. There is something to be said for the reliability and availability of GM parts. That's the beauty on an LSX motor, stock syle pumps, and corvette brakes. With that being said, every car has so many custom touches that it doesn't take much to end your day. After all I broke a stock GM power steering pump at Spring Mountain as well. In fact, it's the same type 2 pump Steve broke at the Optima Challenge. I know his was a turn one already that had seen better days. Not all stock parts are engineered to be pushed to the level some of us are looking for either. I've already made the bed I lay in and you won't see me running the one lap of america. :rofl: At the end of the day, your only as good as the sum of your parts.

So true---it is tempting to go LS motor in this car for this and many other reasons---I bet in two years I can talk you into one lap ---you will have done everything else by then--LOL.

[tones2SS]

Very nice Doug. Not only does she look better, but she'll stop better.
VERY NICE!!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[DFRESH]

Very nice Doug. Not only does she look better, but she'll stop better.
VERY NICE!!:thumbsup: :cheers:

Thanks brother---it better---still has drums in the rear---Rick at Baer says that my stock master will work fine with these due to the fact that the piston size in the calipers is comparibly small (to the Extreme calipers for example) --volume wise it should work fine----I hope that is in fact the case.

Doug

[GregWeld]

Keep it up -- and I'll let you go somewhere with me!!
:rofl: :rofl:

Looks great Doug!

[DFRESH]

GW, I can't spend money fast enough to hang with you---you ain't a cheap date sweetheart--:lol:

Hurry up and build a 69 Camaro---there just aren't enough on this site.

Babs

[GregWeld]

Silly girl -- If I had your money.... I'd burn mine!

XOXO
Greg

[Kendall Burleson]

You Guys are killing me.:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[GregWeld]

Kendall....

You know how every so often you meet someone and there is just some magical bond... you can't explain it - but you both just know that you're on the same wave length or whatever it is... You talk for 15 minutes and you know you could spend the rest of the day doing "stuff" together and have fun?

If you got arrested - you'd call a "friend" to bail you out... Babs, on the other hand... would be sitting on the bench with you saying "OMG - wasn't that fun!!" "Babs" DNA is from the shallow end of the gene pool... and I'm right there with him.

Actually (looking around :_paranoid ), I think most of the guys on this site are down there at the shallow end with us. :rofl:

And then there's Todd....:cool:

[Vegas69]

What are you saying, I never made it out of the kiddie pool?

[GregWeld]

I just couldn't toss you a rope buddy.... 'cause I knew you'd use it to pull me in!
:rofl:

[ccracin]

I just don't understand :question:

[Garage Dog 65]

Sounds like they are drinking the pool water Chad.... :P

[GregWeld]

Sounds like they are drinking the pool water Chad.... :P

:rofl: :rofl: Exactly!

[796spdbu]

Hope nobody pee'd in the pool:wow: :wow: :rofl: :rofl:

[GregWeld]

I just don't understand :question:

We'll let Todd "splain" it to ya Chad... he's the salesman in the group.

Oh.... and bring money.

:rofl: :rofl:

[DFRESH]

Man--this thread got outta hand quickly didn't it---LOL---I'll try to get some more pics of the car on the ground to get it back on track. Greg, you, Todd and I will never be asked to be moderators on this site---:lol:

Doug

[Vegas69]

Salesman? A good salesman doesn't have to sell at all. :D How do you think my thread got to 1000 posts and 85000 views. Lot's of useless information. Back to the regularly scheduled program...........

[DFRESH]

Since I can't find the original thread, I'll start another one here. I'm really bad at doing updates even though I enjoy reading and seeing them on all the other members cars. This takes way too much time to do, and my pictures will show that.

So, the most recent update is the new trans for the car. I've ended up with a Bowler's 400 and a Gear Vendors. Keeping with my theme of doing one improvement at a time, shopping and waiting for the best deal and not having the car down for months on end, I will fill in a bit of that info here. This trans (including the torque converter) has less than a thousand miles on it (street miles), and same for the Gear Vendors. I was able to purchase the entire setup with the electronics for $2,000. The purchase was made from a member here who is local to me, so no shipping. Since I still needed a crossmember, I posted another "Wanted Add" here and Scott Mock sent me the necessary crossmember for only the cost of the shipping. Thanks again Scott!! The whole process has taken me about 2 weeks thus far working on the car off and on--in my garage on the floor.

I've fought a vibration in the car at speeds over 50 or so--especially as you went past that speed. I had hoped that through the trans swap process I would figure out what the problem was, sure enough as I pulled the old TH350 out, the flywheel is not the correct one for a 400 block SBC---there's no weight on it. Many thanks to the previous installer. So I ordered up the correct one and hope that it will solve that issue--I don't see how it could hurt it now. I just wonder how long the rear main bearing will last after beating it for the last 7,000 miles without the correct flywheel. Here's the new setup.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ThanksgivingandChristmas2010002.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ThanksgivingandChristmas2010001.jpg

Also, I have a brand new Fab9 rear end housing with back brace already installed. I was in need of a third member for it so I posted up a "Wanted Add" once again here and under PT. Once again, a member contacted me with what I consider to be another great deal. A Moser alluminum through bolt case with a detroit locker, billit pinion support all setup by Moser complete with less than a thousand miles on it, for $750. The Fab9 housing was a bit of a fire sale for the guy I purchased from at $400. He was not a member here, but part of a drag racing circle that I belong to out here on West Coast. Here's a couple pics of the third member;

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ThanksgivingandChristmas2010005.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ThanksgivingandChristmas2010006.jpg

Lastly, I have a new power plant for the car as well. One of the members here was interested in a full tilt 406 motor I had awaiting transplant into the Camaro. He had a brand new crate LS3 that was going to require even more fab work to get into his already rushed project. A deal was made and I now have the LS3. I will now be in the process of putting the parts together to swap over to the LS platform. Here's a pic of it as well.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ThanksgivingandChristmas2010.jpg

So, the plan currently looks like this; get the trans swap completed by end of next week. Run the car as much as possible this next month to refine what I need to and make sure everything works the way it ought to. I'll need to learn how to drive the car again I would imagine for Auto X'ing and Road Course with the new trans setup. If this all works out, then I will try to get the new rear end in the car before the RTTC event, but that may not happen and I won't jeapordize not making the event just to put the new rear end in the car. The original plan was to have it under the car by that time, but the trans deal came up and was too good to pass on and it fit into the master plan. I really need that overdrive, and I like the fact that it's a TH400 since they are what i am used to working on in the race car, and I know it will handle whatever power I will put too it. So, I will most likely run an event with my famous "One Off Baer Self Energizing Rear Drum Brakes", but I will still be there running the event none the less. I'll purchase more "Disc Brake Spray" from Ironworks just before the event.

Doug

[chr2002ca]

In a hobby that can often be rediculously expensive, it's great to see stories like this and be reminded that shopping around and remaining patient can save big bucks. You've always been wicked quick with that one-legger on the AutoX and it seems you'll only be getting quicker with the bonus of being able to cruise on the highway(more events!). Congrats on your progress Doug and Happy New Year! Hopefully I can stop by and check out all the goods! :thumbsup:

[CarlC]

I'll loan you some of my flat spot spray if you need it too Doug.

You sure that's not an internally balanced engine? If the damper is neutral balanced then the flywheel should be also. The 406 in the Camaro previously was set up this way.

[elitecustombody]

D,sounds like you got some work cut out,good luck getting it all together and work out all bugs.Have :cheers: fun

[tones2SS]

Very nice Doug. Good deal on scoring all those parts. Should be a big and nice difference for that awesome car of yours.
Have fun and good luck with the build bud! Keep us posted.:thumbsup: :cheers:

[DFRESH]

I'll loan you some of my flat spot spray if you need it too Doug.

You sure that's not an internally balanced engine? If the damper is neutral balanced then the flywheel should be also. The 406 in the Camaro previously was set up this way.

Ya, it's not internally balanced---that's why I am hoping the flywheel swap will cure the vibration issue.

Doug

[coolwelder62]

Cool project Doug,Glad to have helped.I am the same way about posting.I hate talking about my own project's.Can't wait to see more.:thumbsup: Scott

[Rybar]

Nice updates Doug, are you changing suspension with the rear end swap? How did you get the name Apollo 13 ??

[Matt@BOS]

Glad to see the upgrades coming together. Finally it will be less embarrassing when you set faster times than me around the Good-Guys peanut autocross.

Oh and give me a call next week, I think one of the parts you were looking to upgrade to might finally be available.

Matt

[ironworks]

Is that what you used a "FAST" drag radial car in the back ground of the first few pics. Are you running some kind of museum out of you house or do you live at the NHRA museum? You know nobody runs green any more, Orange is the new FAST color of the PSCA.

[sixtnine]

I would like to get on the LS engine program myself. I dig the green 69 in the pics.

[Bryce]

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=24494

Is this it?

[DFRESH]

Cool project Doug,Glad to have helped.I am the same way about posting.I hate talking about my own project's.Can't wait to see more.:thumbsup: Scott

Scott, thanks again brother---that was way above and beyond, and you shipped it lightning fast. I finished bolting everything in today and the crossmember is indeed the exact one I need. Thanks for responding so quickly and for your generousity!

Doug

[DFRESH]

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=24494

Is this it?

LOL--yes it is actually----maybe I can get the mods to put the two threads together? Have to call in a favor to Jody perhaps. Guess I should have been a bit more patient and kept looking.

Doug

[DFRESH]

Nice updates Doug, are you changing suspension with the rear end swap? How did you get the name Apollo 13 ??

Looks like I will be, yes. The plan, currently, is to update with the more modern version of the G-Link with the integrated sway bar. Since I have a new housing, I will weld on the Alston brackets that come with their setup---as if I ordered the rear from them--so no leaf spring pads. Then it will most likely get the new Baer Floater setup and finish it off with the new rear brakes to tie in to the fronts. I'm skepticle about getting it all done before the RTTC event. We'll see what happens.

The name for the car came while I was in the garage one night, late, and fighting to get the front LCA's into the car (bolt on--u know how a lot of these stories go). I had the movie "Apollo 13" on and just as I was reaching my point of complete physical and mental exhaustion laying under the car, there was a part in the movie where in order for them to stay alive on the busted up ship--floating in space with no power--they had to jam some square breathing filters into a setup made for round ones. They had to use all kinds of duct tape, plastic bags, etc. to make it all work. I felt the pain and could identify--LOL. So, that's how it came to be. Seems like the car fights me with just about every bolt on.

Doug

[DFRESH]

Is that what you used a "FAST" drag radial car in the back ground of the first few pics. Are you running some kind of museum out of you house or do you live at the NHRA museum? You know nobody runs green any more, Orange is the new FAST color of the PSCA.

Orange is "Currently" the FAST color of the PSCA--when Greg Weld steps on board and sponsers the FRESH, the color of "Money" will once again be the FAST color of the PSCA.

Doug

[DFRESH]

Glad to see the upgrades coming together. Finally it will be less embarrassing when you set faster times than me around the Good-Guys peanut autocross.

Oh and give me a call next week, I think one of the parts you were looking to upgrade to might finally be available.

Matt

Dude, there just couldn't be better news than that right there! In the words of Weld;

EEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWW!!

Doug

[coolwelder62]

Scott, thanks again brother---that was way above and beyond, and you shipped it lightning fast. I finished bolting everything in today and the crossmember is indeed the exact one I need. Thanks for responding so quickly and for your generousity!

Doug
Doug, I'm glad that the crossmember was the one you needed.It was just laying around here.Nice to see it put to good use.I guess I should have sandblasted it for you,but didn't think about it until it had all ready shipped out the door.Sorry. If we get a chance to meet up,just buy me a cold beer and we'll call it quit's.Scott

[camcojb]

threads merged. Do you need the title changed? ;)

Jody

[DFRESH]

threads merged. Do you need the title changed? ;)

Jody

You are the man!!! Man, now that is service!!

Please--yes if you wouldn't mind changing the title---then I can just delete the other thread entirely!!! Thanks Jody!!

Doug

[camcojb]

You are the man!!! Man, now that is service!!

Please--yes if you wouldn't mind changing the title---then I can just delete the other thread entirely!!! Thanks Jody!!

Doug
I know the two threads were named differently, but don't remember the other title. When I merged the threads the other one is automatically deleted, so that's done.

What do you want for a title?

[Bryan O]

Nice build thread. :thumbsup: Cool color, too. :yes:

[Flash68]

Nice update Doug. Getting deals on everything makes is that much more enjoyable!

[DFRESH]

I know the two threads were named differently, but don't remember the other title. When I merged the threads the other one is automatically deleted, so that's done.

What do you want for a title?

Jody, if you could just change the title of this thread to "My 69 Camaro, Apollo 13", that would do it. Thanks again!

Doug

[DFRESH]

I had quite a few text messages asking if these latest mods were for the race car (Green 69) or the street car--Many of you know I have toyed with the idea of making the drag radial car into a PT extreme car--whatever that is-something like Project Unfair. All of these mods are for the following street car shown below;

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/LS1techavatar.jpg

Sorry for the confusion---both cars share the same garage and the Green 69 drag radial car got in the pics based on proximity (aka lack of space).

Doug

[Tom.A]

Looks good. Two very sharp looking cars:thumbsup: I also like how you are doing it while still on the road, very smart idea.

[89 RS]

Doug, I think it's awesome how you find all these good deals on parts to get your Camaro where you want it to be while still keeping it on the road. It's shows you can have sweet ride on somewhat of a budget. Your Camaro is killer, and I think the guy in the Bimmer is checking it out as well.

[tones2SS]

Nice car Doug. Keep us posted.:thumbsup:

[speedshftr]

sweet car the guy in the beamer looks jelous/lol:cheers:

[Vegas69]

Seven thousand miles with the wrong flywheel? It would've desengrated on me. :rofl:

I'm with these guys, you stretch a buck as far as anybody. Wish I had the patience.

[DFRESH]

Seven thousand miles with the wrong flywheel? It would've desengrated on me. :rofl:

I'm with these guys, you stretch a buck as far as anybody. Wish I had the patience.

I know--maybe my luck is changing? Fat chance.

[DFRESH]

Almost everything is installed now for the trans and gear vendors--put the switch in and the electronics. Some final clean up with respect to the wire routing and I should be ready in the next day or two. I decided to mount the switch on the console and the electronics under the console. It's very easy to get to the electronics side of it when necessary and this is the cleanest place for it in my car. Since the dash will be changing in the car, it will be one less item to have to remount and rewire when the time comes.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ThanksgivingandChristmas2010003-1.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ThanksgivingandChristmas2010005-1.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/ThanksgivingandChristmas2010002-1.jpg

Doug

[67zo6Camaro]

Looks good. Now you can cruise at 85 mph across the desert and still smell like you have been to the river.

Bitchen parts list going into the Apollo. It's gonna be a great autoX ride.

Brett

[DFRESH]

Looks good. Now you can cruise at 85 mph across the desert and still smell like you have been to the river.

Bitchen parts list going into the Apollo. It's gonna be a great autoX ride.

Brett

LOL--forgot about that Brett---but I know you and your son didn't---neither did Kyle nor James--:lol:

Doug

[cantcatchmitch]

stance is killer on apollo 13, and the drag radial has been one of my favorites since i was a high school kid(only a few years ago). :cheers: :yes:

[GregWeld]

What is this word you use? "BUDGET" Is that some kind of an accounting trick?

[DFRESH]

What is this word you use? "BUDGET" Is that some kind of an accounting trick?

Why, yes, yes it is. A "Balanced Budget" is just that---gives no indication of the "Amount" of said budget, nor the plan of it---and, in the end, it really is---only a "Budget"--which is just a number you aim for. You see Greg, it's like stock, one day you're average, one year later your rolling phat and you just weren't planning on that--just hoping. It can happen to you my friend--In fact, i've seen it happen to you---lol.

XXX-OOO

Doug

[GregWeld]

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: ^^^^^^^^^^ That's funny as all get out!

Love ya buddy!

See ya soon.:woot:

[Gandalf]

Been there brother. I can say from your story that I truely "get" the name. Perfect for where you were at and where a good number of us have been (still are?). Looking forward to seeing the car at RTTC.

G.



The name for the car came while I was in the garage one night, late, and fighting to get the front LCA's into the car (bolt on--u know how a lot of these stories go). I had the movie "Apollo 13" on and just as I was reaching my point of complete physical and mental exhaustion laying under the car, there was a part in the movie where in order for them to stay alive on the busted up ship--floating in space with no power--they had to jam some square breathing filters into a setup made for round ones. They had to use all kinds of duct tape, plastic bags, etc. to make it all work. I felt the pain and could identify--LOL. So, that's how it came to be. Seems like the car fights me with just about every bolt on.

Doug

[Flash68]

Lookin good Doug.. I guess since you accomplished quite a bit this weekend you are hereby forgiven for not returning my call. :_paranoid :D

[tones2SS]

Very nice Doug. Or should I say, Mr Renner?:D Should be nice on the highway. Have fun in Apollo.:cheers:
Is your center console from a late 4th gen Camaro/Trans Am?

[awr68]

Looking good my man! I like the name! If you name a car it should truely mean something! Yours most certainly does! There were many late nights I wanted to name mine 'throw in the towel! :lol: The scary thing is I have a lot of those nights ahead of me still! :yes:

[Dave95z28]

I had quite a few text messages asking if these latest mods were for the race car (Green 69) or the street car--Many of you know I have toyed with the idea of making the drag radial car into a PT extreme car--whatever that is-something like Project Unfair. All of these mods are for the following street car shown below;

Sorry for the confusion---both cars share the same garage and the Green 69 drag radial car got in the pics based on proximity (aka lack of space).

Doug

The PT 69 is awesome, but definitely would love to see some pictures of the Drag 69 and the get specifications.

Dave

[fleetus macmullitz]

Seems like the car fights me with just about every bolt on.
Doug

Dub,

Did you really think a gen-U-ine, made in the U.S. of A. 1969 Camaro would accept those wheels without fighting back any way it could... against your diabolical plan?

[DFRESH]

Been there brother. I can say from your story that I truely "get" the name. Perfect for where you were at and where a good number of us have been (still are?). Looking forward to seeing the car at RTTC.

G.

Yeah, you know that mission was called the "Successful Failure"----I laugh everytime I think about it---that's what I would call all my efforts towards the cars. Even if you succeed in this deal, it's still just a car in the end and you can't take it with you--but that won't stop me from failing successfully over and over on it. :lol: See you in Feb!

Doug

[DFRESH]

Dub,

Did you really think a gen-U-ine, made in the U.S. of A. 1969 Camaro would accept those wheels without fighting back any way it could... against your diabolical plan?

:rofl: The sea was angry that day my friend, like an old man trying to return soup at the deli. :lol:

Doug

[DFRESH]

Very nice Doug. Or should I say, Mr Renner?:D Should be nice on the highway. Have fun in Apollo.:cheers:
Is your center console from a late 4th gen Camaro/Trans Am?

The console is out of a 2004 Trans Am. Got the complete setup minus the E-Brake handle and assembly on Ebay for $50.00. (Tony ended up sending me an ebrake setup for this console for free that he wasn't going to use--thanks again Tony!) It fit in the car with no mods to it. I love the thing since it has the arm rest, cup holders, change holder and power port for the cell phone. It's where I run the I-Pod hookup--inside the arm rest storage area---quite a cool setup for $50.

Doug

[Matt@BOS]

So you will be ready to hit the track out at Adams next week, right? :unibrow:

Matt

[Blake Foster]

The PT 69 is awesome, but definitely would love to see some pictures of the Drag 69 and the get specifications.

Dave

X2 brother.

[tones2SS]

The console is out of a 2004 Trans Am. Got the complete setup minus the E-Brake handle and assembly on Ebay for $50.00. (Tony ended up sending me an ebrake setup for this console for free that he wasn't going to use--thanks again Tony!) It fit in the car with no mods to it. I love the thing since it has the arm rest, cup holders, change holder and power port for the cell phone. It's where I run the I-Pod hookup--inside the arm rest storage area---quite a cool setup for $50.

Doug
Very cool.
You mean 2002 Trans Am maybe?:_paranoid They were discontinued after 2002.
Nice car and keep us posted Mr. DFRESH.:thumbsup: :cheers:

[DFRESH]

So you will be ready to hit the track out at Adams next week, right? :unibrow:

Matt

Negative Ghost Rider, the pattern is full.

Truth be told, it may be---if it is, then I will def go. Are you headed out there?

Doug

[DFRESH]

Very cool.
You mean 2002 Trans Am maybe?:_paranoid They were discontinued after 2002.
Nice car and keep us posted Mr. DFRESH.:thumbsup: :cheers:

What's two years amongst friends I ask you? Yeah brother--you are right--it was the 02 TA.

[DFRESH]

X2 brother.

I'll work on that for my fellow drag race bro's here. It's great to know that there are a couple of you guys on here as well. Clearly I need way more money to have a "Real" competitive drag radial car.

Doug

[fleetus macmullitz]

:rofl: The sea was angry that day my friend, like an old man trying to return soup at the deli. :lol:

Doug

:lol:

You can guess which popular lat-g 'old man' immediately came to mind when I saw your post...:D

[DFRESH]

:lol:

You can guess which popular lat-g 'old man' immediately came to mind when I saw your post...:D

LOL---yes, I believe I do. LOL

Doug

[chr2002ca]

Yeah, you know that mission was called the "Successful Failure"----I laugh everytime I think about it---that's what I would call all my efforts towards the cars. Even if you succeed in this deal, it's still just a car in the end and you can't take it with you--but that won't stop me from failing successfully over and over on it. :lol: See you in Feb!

Doug

At least you have a name for your project! I'm still trying to figure out one for mine. Other project names are starting to give me good ideas for mine though...

1. Payback - Hmmm.....mine should be 'Setback'.
2. Jackass - Hmmm....I'm thinking more like 'Dumbass' for mine.
3. Bad Penny - Hmmmm.....maybe just "Plain bad".

Maybe after RTTC we can have a beer-goggled brain storming session and help me come up with something. After my car started ticking at the last RTTC, your suggestion of the 'The Bomb' was hysterical, but that name scares the sh_t out of me. With all the smoke I laid down, maybe 'The Fumigator'? :lol:

Glad to hear you got your new trans in. I guess my beer and beef jerky offer wasn't enticing enough. Maybe next time a beef bowl and some San Diego Charger cheerleaders?

See you soon brother! :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

At least you have a name for your project! I'm still trying to figure out one for mine. Other project names are starting to give me good ideas for mine though...

1. Payback - Hmmm.....mine should be 'Setback'.
2. Jackass - Hmmm....I'm thinking more like 'Dumbass' for mine.
3. Bad Penny - Hmmmm.....maybe just "Plain bad".

That's some funny stuff right there.:D :lol:

[DFRESH]

At least you have a name for your project! I'm still trying to figure out one for mine. Other project names are starting to give me good ideas for mine though...

1. Payback - Hmmm.....mine should be 'Setback'.
2. Jackass - Hmmm....I'm thinking more like 'Dumbass' for mine.
3. Bad Penny - Hmmmm.....maybe just "Plain bad".

Maybe after RTTC we can have a beer-goggled brain storming session and help me come up with something. After my car started ticking at the last RTTC, your suggestion of the 'The Bomb' was hysterical, but that name scares the sh_t out of me. With all the smoke I laid down, maybe 'The Fumigator'? :lol:

Glad to hear you got your new trans in. I guess my beer and beef jerky offer wasn't enticing enough. Maybe next time a beef bowl and some San Diego Charger cheerleaders?

See you soon brother! :thumbsup:

Don't worry, plenty of opportunities to come by and help in the future my friend. I may be headed down your way this coming Sat morning early to take possession of another deal. Once I get the car up and running, I will list my first impressions of the new setup. I heard a rumor that someone else might be looking at a potential trans swap.

Doug

[coolwelder62]

Leaving feedback,A+A+A+A+,GREAT Lateral-g buyer.Doug, Your a scholar and a gentleman.:cheers: :thumbsup: Scott

[fleetus macmullitz]

Leaving feedback,A+A+A+A+,GREAT Lateral-g buyer.Doug, Your a scholar and a gentleman.:cheers: :thumbsup: Scott


You can't stop the Renner PR machine...you can only hope to contain it.


:lol:

[DFRESH]

You can't stop the Renner PR machine...you can only hope to contain it.


:lol:

LOL man----you don't miss a beat----you kill me---LOL

[fleetus macmullitz]

LOL man----you don't miss a beat----you kill me---LOL

Looks like my writing witty ad copy for powdered milk products all day is beginning to pay off.

:D

[Blake Foster]

I'll work on that for my fellow drag race bro's here. It's great to know that there are a couple of you guys on here as well. Clearly I need way more money to have a "Real" competitive drag radial car.

Doug

I have the motor out of mine right now being redone for this season,
and the drag radials are for sale!!
don't work at all with a powerglide and a 5500 stall with a brake.
There brand new only 5 runs if your interested??? Nitto 325/50/15 555r

[DFRESH]

I have the motor out of mine right now being redone for this season,
and the drag radials are for sale!!
don't work at all with a powerglide and a 5500 stall with a brake.
There brand new only 5 runs if your interested??? Nitto 325/50/15 555r

I'm restricted to the 315 brother---u should be able to make those work though---how much power is that motor you got making?

Doug

[66 WICKED WGN]

Looking good Doug! See you on the road soon.

[Flash68]

I am craving me some fresh Apollo 13 updates. :unibrow:

[chr2002ca]

I'm restricted to the 315 brother---u should be able to make those work though---how much power is that motor you got making?

Doug

315? Did I miss something? Are you running mini-tubs now Doug? :) Geez, I guess I better install mine now too.

Hope all your other mods are going well, including that big chunk of metal you stumbled upon. :thumbsup:

[Blake Foster]

I'm restricted to the 315 brother---u should be able to make those work though---how much power is that motor you got making?

Doug

last time it was on the Dyno it made 715, and just over 780 torque.
i have the anti squat up high to get the ass to plant if i remember it is at about 150. but it just blows the tires away right when the trans brake is let loose.
i would like to try and run them,
how do you set up your rear for them to work??

[DFRESH]

So, I got the car running----but, per usual a few things came up during the trans/gear vendors install. First, when I fired the car back up for the first time, it had a wicked exhaust leak. So, swap header gaskets, check the collectors, and it's still doing the wicked -tick-tick-tick thing. I don't know about anyone else here, but I will loose sleep over something like that--it drives me insane. Finally pull the freaking header off and guess what, cracked where the tube goes through the flange. Still trying to figure out how swapping the trans induced this complete annoyance. Two days later and that was repaired and back together. Bought the flexible dipstick--had too with the half inch high body mounts--nothing else would fit in the car---get it installed and the stinking dip stick won't push all the way down in the pan. Try, try, try and finally the pan comes off to grind the edge for the clearance needed to clear the dipstick. Get that done, then the jack decides it won't work anymore. So, another floor jack gets the car down and today I took it for a spin. It's a pretty cool setup---I seem to have the best luck just driving it in the "Auto Mode" and it goes through all 6 speeds. The only bummer is the new converter---it has about a 2200 stall---this turd motor that is in the car now is so very gutless, it actually took away the only acceleration it had--so, I am more anxious to get the LS3 in the car now. I will say, I was doing 120 in the car in OD and I don't think it was much over 3 g's---with that 3.08 gear and the 28 inch tall tire---come to think of it--that's not helping the car accelerate either is it. So--I like the setup---very nice on the freeway--car is quieter due to lower RPM's and everything seems to be working well. Next step, get the new rearend in the car. I'll be stepping the gear up---to a 3.23 I believe----crazy I know. See you boys at RTTC in about 3 weeks.

Doug

[GregWeld]

Good to hear Doug!

You know - because you been doing this stuff long enough - but I'll say it anyway because lots of folks read this threads - and some don't know - the effect those 28" tall tires have on the final gearing. The 3:08 is probably more like a 2:97 or so with that tall of a tire.

I was really laughing about the "pig motor" comment.... and then you do the combo - higher stall converter - tall tires - 3:08 gear.... yeah -- it'd be a pig. But that 120 on the freeway at 3000 rpms says it all.

I had a brand new set of headers leak once - locally built here by a super good header shop - had 'em ceramic coated - installed - and the dreaded tick tick tick... took me about a week to find it -- the "star" where the four tubes come together at the collector was leaking! You can't get in there to fix that without whacking the collector off. Lucky - the shop took it back and gave me a new one and even stood up for the coating. I buy all my headers from them! That's just good business!
:woot:

[Vegas69]

:rofl: Your story really hits home. My favorite is the dipstick that won't clear the pan. Drain the trans and make a mess. Glad to hear she's back on the road.

[fleetus macmullitz]

So, I got the car running----but, per usual a few things came up during the trans/gear vendors install. First, when I fired the car back up for the first time, it had a wicked exhaust leak. So, swap header gaskets, check the collectors, and it's still doing the wicked -tick-tick-tick thing. I don't know about anyone else here, but I will loose sleep over something like that--it drives me insane. Finally pull the freaking header off and guess what, cracked where the tube goes through the flange. Still trying to figure out how swapping the trans induced this complete annoyance. Two days later and that was repaired and back together. Bought the flexible dipstick--had too with the half inch high body mounts--nothing else would fit in the car---get it installed and the stinking dip stick won't push all the way down in the pan. Try, try, try and finally the pan comes off to grind the edge for the clearance needed to clear the dipstick. Get that done, then the jack decides it won't work anymore. So, another floor jack gets the car down and today I took it for a spin. It's a pretty cool setup---I seem to have the best luck just driving it in the "Auto Mode" and it goes through all 6 speeds. The only bummer is the new converter---it has about a 2200 stall---this turd motor that is in the car now is so very gutless, it actually took away the only acceleration it had--so, I am more anxious to get the LS3 in the car now. I will say, I was doing 120 in the car in OD and I don't think it was much over 3 g's---with that 3.08 gear and the 28 inch tall tire---come to think of it--that's not helping the car accelerate either is it. So--I like the setup---very nice on the freeway--car is quieter due to lower RPM's and everything seems to be working well. Next step, get the new rearend in the car. I'll be stepping the gear up---to a 3.23 I believe----crazy I know. See you boys at RTTC in about 3 weeks.

Doug

The astonishing tales of T-Bone. :D

[Flash68]

Yeah buddy - another step on the long road to blasphemy... the LSX. :lol:

Glad it's running safely and it'll be ready for RTTC action. :thumbsup:

[awr68]

Yeah buddy - another step on the long road to blasphemy... the LSX. :lol:

Glad it's running safely and it'll be ready for RTTC action. :thumbsup:

X2!!

Enjoy the car and time with 'da Boys'!! :cheers:

[tones2SS]

Good to hear Doug. Glad you got all the problems sorted out.
Should be great with that LS3.:yes: :thumbsup:

[89 RS]

When it rains, it pours. Know that feeling Doug, good hear to hear you got it all squared away though. I tell ya though, I would have a hard time sleeping knowing that I was going to be putting a LS3 engine in and waiting for that. I'd be like a kid on Christmas!

[DFRESH]

When it rains, it pours. Know that feeling Doug, good hear to hear you got it all squared away though. I tell ya though, I would have a hard time sleeping knowing that I was going to be putting a LS3 engine in and waiting for that. I'd be like a kid on Christmas!

Ya---it's sitting in the garage---I started adding up the incidentals it's going to need---and then depression sets it---LOL. Accessory drive, harness and computer, mounts, headers, new tank----blah, blah, blah. I'll just continue with my philosophy of one mod at a time and piece those things together over the course of this year---the hunter continues his pursuit of deals. I just cannot tell you how horrible the motor that currently resides in the car is---I don't think it makes 300 HP. I was joking with Dave that I added 1.6 rockers to it to increase total lift on the cam to over .400----with virtually no change to power---LOL. It's just a place holder---but a very anemic one--so I am def looking forward to the motor install. The cool thing is, it came with a new Comp Cam and springs that needs to be installed. Should pump up the power to over 500---that will be a welcome addition.

Doug

[DFRESH]

The astonishing tales of T-Bone. :D

LOL----I will now be known as "Coco the Monkey"----:lol:

Doug

[Cris@JCG]

Now you understand what it takes to get an LS motor in your car.. I feel your pain but in the long run it will pay off.. If it is to much for you.. I have a 406 SBC that will just drop right in!!


Ya---it's sitting in the garage---I started adding up the incidentals it's going to need---and then depression sets it---LOL. Accessory drive, harness and computer, mounts, headers, new tank----blah, blah, blah. I'll just continue with my philosophy of one mod at a time and piece those things together over the course of this year---the hunter continues his pursuit of deals. I just cannot tell you how horrible the motor that currently resides in the car is---I don't think it makes 300 HP. I was joking with Dave that I added 1.6 rockers to it to increase total lift on the cam to over .400----with virtually no change to power---LOL. It's just a place holder---but a very anemic one--so I am def looking forward to the motor install. The cool thing is, it came with a new Comp Cam and springs that needs to be installed. Should pump up the power to over 500---that will be a welcome addition.

Doug

[fleetus macmullitz]

LOL----I will now be known as "Coco the Monkey"----:lol:

Doug

Enjoy it while it lasts Doc... :_paranoid

dpyDkNuAH2w&feature

[89 RS]

Ya---it's sitting in the garage---I started adding up the incidentals it's going to need---and then depression sets it---LOL. Accessory drive, harness and computer, mounts, headers, new tank----blah, blah, blah. I'll just continue with my philosophy of one mod at a time and piece those things together over the course of this year---the hunter continues his pursuit of deals. I just cannot tell you how horrible the motor that currently resides in the car is---I don't think it makes 300 HP. I was joking with Dave that I added 1.6 rockers to it to increase total lift on the cam to over .400----with virtually no change to power---LOL. It's just a place holder---but a very anemic one--so I am def looking forward to the motor install. The cool thing is, it came with a new Comp Cam and springs that needs to be installed. Should pump up the power to over 500---that will be a welcome addition.

Doug

Keep your head up man, it'll all work out. Just remember you already have a sweet ride as is, so it will only get better! Your philosophy of one mod at a time is exactly how I am doing my Camaro also. In the next month or so I am swapping out the stamped factory a-arms for tubular ones and switching coil springs again. I am building everything else up first and then tackling the engine. It may take longer to get a finished product, but hey, are they ever finished anyways.

[DFRESH]

Enjoy it while it lasts Doc... :_paranoid

dpyDkNuAH2w&feature


Dude, you are the best---I love it----:lol:

Doug

[DFRESH]

Keep your head up man, it'll all work out. Just remember you already have a sweet ride as is, so it will only get better! Your philosophy of one mod at a time is exactly how I am doing my Camaro also. In the next month or so I am swapping out the stamped factory a-arms for tubular ones and switching coil springs again. I am building everything else up first and then tackling the engine. It may take longer to get a finished product, but hey, are they ever finished anyways.

Trying buddy---glad to hear about your mods--that's very cool----do you have a thread going on your car?

Doug

[DFRESH]

Now you understand what it takes to get an LS motor in your car.. I feel your pain but in the long run it will pay off.. If it is to much for you.. I have a 406 SBC that will just drop right in!!


Indeed!! Great talking to you today bro. See u soon.

Doug

[89 RS]

Trying buddy---glad to hear about your mods--that's very cool----do you have a thread going on your car?

Doug

Doug, I don't have a thread going on my car, I've posted updates when I've done some things though. I need to start a thread on it since I keep getting more done, as soon as I get my new parts I'm going to start an actual thread on my Camaro.

[Flash68]

I demand an update on this car. :D

[DFRESH]

I demand an update on this car. :D

Well, I'll have some pics up--as painful as it is for me to do that---nothing major--I did get the OD working and the gas tank leak fixed from RTTC. The cork gasket around the top of the sending unit was the culprit on the tank. Obviously the vented gas cap ain't doing it's job. Spoke with John Parsons (II Much Fabrication) about his vent canister he offers. Got the plumbing setup for the vent (ran the line from the tank up into the trunk via bulkhead ---just waiting on the vent canister from JP. I know Todd runs a similar setup in his and has said it works great--no gas smell in the garage--which is beginning to wear me down. I'll click off some pics of the install---I know a couple guys here run JP's setup (Rupp and Shipka) and both have said it works great. Trying to get John to make a kit for those of us who run these tanks (Ricks and others) which would include the KN filter, and other misc items.

Other than that, got the parts coming from DSE to put back on the subframe--they will be here on Thursday--I will reassmble the sub with the new parts (upper control arm, new spindle and misc stufff) and then determine what I will do next. Most likely it will be the rearend---get the FAB 9 rear under the car with the third member I have for it---need to buy axles and brakes---working on getting the new Baer floater setup to avoid any knock back crap--but it's all spendy---1600 for the floater I believe--2000 for the brakes, another 350 for axles, probably another 500 to install floater, misc---blah, blah, blah---etc. So, you know me, watching for deals on such items--but how often do rear 14in Baer Pro Plus brakes show up?---haven't seen it yet. The LS3 is still sitting, have cam and springs for it to put in---

I bought the movie "Taladega Nights" and watched it today. Shake and Bake--LOL.

Doug

[Flash68]

Sounds like you're on it. I guess you don't really have to post updates here after all... we can all just read Camaro Performers for regular updates with pics. :lol:

And why shy away from knockpack? Most of the rest of us have it? Why ya gotta dare to be different? It's a great time... really. LOL

EL Diablo and Magic Man... I just went old school and watched Days of Thunder yesterday. :cheers:

[Ron in SoCal]

Hmmmm....front end, rear end, floater, brakes, LS3....get busy Son! :willy:

[DFRESH]

Sounds like you're on it. I guess you don't really have to post updates here after all... we can all just read Camaro Performers for regular updates with pics. :lol:

And why shy away from knockpack? Most of the rest of us have it? Why ya gotta dare to be different? It's a great time... really. LOL

EL Diablo and Magic Man... I just went old school and watched Days of Thunder yesterday. :cheers:

Yeah, Good Guys is going to cover me doing a tire rotation in next months issue--watch for it--a must read.

As much as I have enjoyed being a member of the "OLJ" (One Legged Jihad) club, I don't have time to join the "BKP" (Brake Knockback Pack). I can't afford your dues, and most of you are way to cool. It's one more spray I can't afford to buy from IronWorks, or it's German subsidiary, IronVerks.

Rowdy Burns.

[DFRESH]

Hmmmm....front end, rear end, floater, brakes, LS3....get busy Son! :willy:

I am only trying to somehow keep up with the "Ron from So Cals" of this world. Now I am looking for a TVS, Whipple, or some form of forced induction---that should be cheap, yes? After looking at your pics, I have gap envy again--but I am dealing with it.

[Ron in SoCal]

'OLJ', that's funny sheet, Rowdy!

Make that a 3.6 KBell so you can lap Todd :lol:

I'll have Matt send you that extra can of spray...

[Flash68]

IronWorks, or it's German subsidiary, IronVerks.

Rowdy Burns.

:rofl:

That reminds me.... always loved this commercial....

"'Jaaaasssooon.... this is your '98 Futchamacallit" :lol:

cv157ZIInUk

[DFRESH]

:rofl:

That reminds me.... always loved this commercial....

"'Jaaaasssooon.... this is your '98 Vhatchamacallit" :lol:

cv157ZIInUk

That's funny--I have never seen that commercial before---I like when she slaps that "F" on his jacket---we should get some of those for our next event. That's better than a pink hat.

D Fresh One

[awr68]

That's too funny! Made me LOL!! :lol:

[lhkustoms]

I am only trying to somehow keep up with the "Ron from So Cals" of this world.

Doug, You better put in O/D to keep up with the Ron of So Cals. I think Ron Bought stock in the gap spray for his ride :D

[Ron in SoCal]

I am only trying to somehow keep up with the "Ron from So Cals" of this world. Now I am looking for a TVS, Whipple, or some form of forced induction---that should be cheap, yes? After looking at your pics, I have gap envy again--but I am dealing with it.

Doug, You better put in O/D to keep up with the Ron of So Cals. I think Ron Bought stock in the gap spray for his ride :D

OK guys, I see I started something here so I'm gonna make it right. I had a lab do a quantatuve analysis of the German Bakersfield Co gap spray and then sent it off to China to be made. I was going to do an official product launch later this year but I see now my business plan has some momenetum so I tell you what I'm gonna do: Y'all ppal me $500 ea. I need to get 50 of you to do it to get this killer deal. We'll get our own group buy going and save about 3% off retail, plus it'll get to the market that much sooner. This is a one time deal so don't hesitate!

Oh, and no going all jihad on me on the internet if it doesn't show up for a year. You guys know how slow those ships are on the water...:captain:

[Jr]

I am only trying to somehow keep up with the "Ron from So Cals" of this world. Now I am looking for a TVS, Whipple, or some form of forced induction---that should be cheap, yes? After looking at your pics, I have gap envy again--but I am dealing with it.

What are your power goals?

[fleetus macmullitz]

What are your power goals?

'Dub' won't be satisfied with anything less than...

F1JE7KZdBBU

[tones2SS]

'Dub' won't be satisfied with anything less than...

F1JE7KZdBBU

Skip,...you're too much brother.;) lol
Keep us posted Doug.:thumbsup:

[89 RS]

Doug, Any updates lately? Saw that you made it into the September issue of Chevy High Performance from the Goodguys- DelMar autocross.

[Ralphlovs72chev]

Doug you are very blessed to have 2 beautifull 69's. I have seen the green one run at irwindale a while back. Also at Pomona when we had the track. Really beautifull car. I love the stance with the weld aluma's and the mini tub. When i had my 69 i had it like your current black with white stripes 69. Now i have a new 69 and im deciding what color to go with. You have the same colors im deciding on.:thumbsup:

[CrossRamRich]

Wooooooooo! Wooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!! Lets Shake and Bake!!!! Hear theres some good stuff goin down in yo hood! Classified? Say hello to the family. I guess I have to wait until march to go back in the closet!!!!!!:lol: :cheers:

[DFRESH]

Thought some of you might want to see this car come back together. I got the fuel pump back today after a rebuild. This is a two stage FI pump. The pressure is adjusted on the returns, and it's set for 130 PSI and then adjusted down at the regulator before it hits the 160pd injectors---the return line off the regulator sends everything else back to the fuel cell. I thought about converting to a mechanical pump, but that would be more fabrication and I want to get it running and do some testing as it sits before I do anything else. The goal with the car is to go 7's. We'll see. I will do the install tomorrow and click a few more pics. I know it's not PT, but there are a few HP junkies and a few fellow drag racers here. The PT car is making progress, but I have a goal of getting this car running this year and it's already August, so i've been working on it in between the moments I have. I figure if I put updates here it will help keep me accountable and motivated.

Wanda Fresh

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/DSCN2041.jpg

[DFRESH]

Thought I would put up a few more recent pics of A13 from RTTC in March and Cars and Coffee in Irvine two weeks ago.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_31591.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/carsandcoffee2012.jpg

[Vegas69]

Looking forward to lighting the candle on that bad boy. :unibrow:

[ironworks]

I heard Roger is worried.

[DFRESH]

Looking forward to lighting the candle on that bad boy. :unibrow:

How would you like to be partners in a Heads Up Drag car? That 150k you got for the car would allow us to put a new bullet in this one. It's not exactly "Investing 102", but it would be great to spend someone elses money. Imagine a 540 BBC with the F3 Procharger--an easy 2000 HP. Smiles, everyone---smiles.

[Vegas69]

I'll call Pettis tomorrow and see if we can just get Sikora's new powerplant and run some 6.50's. :D

[intocarss]

Never knew you had a "build thread".. Can't believe that Green one just sits :wow:

Green could be the new color of NMRA, PSCA & WCHRA :thumbsup:

Two very nice cars Mr. D

[DFRESH]

I'll call Pettis tomorrow and see if we can just get Sikora's new powerplant and run some 6.50's. :D

Man--I bet it would take a big bite outta the funds---but what a sweet setup indeed.

[DFRESH]

Never knew you had a "build thread".. Can't believe that Green one just sits :wow:

Green could be the new color of NMRA, PSCA & WCHRA :thumbsup:

Two very nice cars Mr. D

Hopefully it won't sit much longer---but trying to spend on two of them is not always smiled upon in my house. :( :(

[Flash68]

Still rockin the Driverz Inc sticker... atta kid. :thumbsup: :lol:

I can't wait to drive that.. I mean hear... that monster fire up. :D

[Vegas69]

Still rockin the Driverz Inc sticker... atta kid. :thumbsup: :lol:

I can't wait to drive that.. I mean hear... that monster fire up. :D

Ha Ha When I saw Matt at BOS he still had the plate on his Mustang. It took me back to high school when revenge sometimes included a key and some new racing stripes. I'm guessing that plate is no longer present. :lol:

[GregWeld]

Hopefully it won't sit much longer---but trying to spend on two of them is not always smiled upon in my house. :( :(

Reminds me of the guy that posted all his "cars" on here a few weeks back... and my comment was -- why not sell 'em all and have ONE car that actually runs and drives...

Two kids - two cars... OMG! Maybe you're doing some "creative" accounting? :rofl:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Two kids - two cars... OMG!

Dub gotta plan..he's just not sure which direction its headed in yet.

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Funnies/aa8076de.jpg

:D

[GregWeld]

Thanks for posting.... I needed a new dart board bullseye in the shop.

[Vegas69]

You can still see the wrinkles on that free t shirt he swindled Blake out of earlier in the day.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Thanks for posting.... I needed a new dart board bullseye in the shop.

You can still see the wrinkles on that free t shirt he swindled Blake out of earlier in the day.

An online birthday spanking system...well played.


:lateral: :lol:

[89 RS]

You've got some cool dang cars, man. :thumbsup:

[DFRESH]

Ahhhh, it feels like i'm home again.

[Matt@BOS]

You've got some cool dang cars, man. :thumbsup:

You don't even know the half of it. He has all purple -AN fittings on the race car. PURPLE. I asked if he would sell them to me, but he knows how special they are. :lol:

Matt

[DFRESH]

You don't even know the half of it. He has all purple -AN fittings on the race car. PURPLE. I asked if he would sell them to me, but he knows how special they are. :lol:

Matt

Jealousy isn't your best quality my friend. Purple and Black AN fittings---they are rare for a reason--it's so Mid 90's.

Purple Rain.

[Tom.A]

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Vegas1.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/vegasengine.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/vegas3.jpg

Doug, I had to look deep (as in 2-1/2 years ago) in this thread to find a picture of this beast and man I love it! Is that fathom green? Keep us posted and see you in October at El Toro.

[Sieg]

Wheels definitely need purple knock-offs.

[89 RS]

You don't even know the half of it. He has all purple -AN fittings on the race car. PURPLE. I asked if he would sell them to me, but he knows how special they are. :lol:

Matt

:lol:

[DFRESH]

Doug, I had to look deep (as in 2-1/2 years ago) in this thread to find a picture of this beast and man I love it! Is that fathom green? Keep us posted and see you in October at El Toro.

Tom--- the car when I purchased at 16 years of age was an original Fathom Green SS--12 bolt, small block, ice cube tray hood, etc. The green that's on it now is a custom paint, of course, that cannot be matched, of course.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Tom--- the car when I purchased at 16 years of age was an original Fathom Green SS--12 bolt, small block, ice cube tray hood, etc. The green that's on it now is a custom paint, of course, that cannot be matched, of course.

It's not easy being green...

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/KermitTheFrogGangstaKermit.jpg

[67zo6Camaro]

Need an update or news flash for the "Green Lantern" or the "Apollo".

Did the city utility sized pump work out?

[fleetus macmullitz]

Need an update or news flash for the "Green Lantern" or the "Apollo".



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[DFRESH]

So, in preparation for the upcoming RTTC in two weeks (first weekend of October) I decided to slip in a posi since I had one sitting here---well, it worked fine all last week--until today---there was a horrible noise coming from the LR side when making a turn, followed by a now constant poping sound when turning (no, it's not a locker). So, into the garage it goes today to investigate. I jack it up--check the rear suspension, then let the car back down---well--I did that a bit to quick and the highest part of the floor jack pushes in the gas tank as they collide. All in all a great day at the Renner household.

So, I am now stopping work on the racecar and will focus all funds and time on this pile. I knew this car would be jealous that I was touching the other one. So the plan is to get my new Speedtech Chicayne rear and torque arm in the car. In order to swap this rear into the car I still need the following;

Run brake lines on rearend (Fab 53--Ron's car will have to wait some more)
Powdercoat the new rearend and torque arm (Local)
Baer 14 in Pro Plus rears (Speedtech)
II Much vent for rearend
Other stuff that will cost more than I think

Things I have in inventory already:

Spreedtech Chicayne Rear
Speedtech Torque arm setup (upgraded with Ridetech shocks)
DSE brake booster (necessary for new rear disc setup)
Third Member (Moser Alumininum Thru bolt 9 inch)

Will get some pics up of these parts soon. Install and timing coming.

I'm still mostly upset about the damage to the gas tank---wondering if I can push the dent out if I drop it out of the car.

Wanda Fresh

[GregWeld]

So, in preparation for the upcoming RTTC in two weeks (first weekend of October) I decided to slip in a posi since I had one sitting here---well, it worked fine all last week--until today---there was a horrible noise coming from the LR side when making a turn, followed by a now constant poping sound when turning (no, it's not a locker). So, into the garage it goes today to investigate. I jack it up--check the rear suspension, then let the car back down---well--I did that a bit to quick and the highest part of the floor jack pushes in the gas tank as they collide. All in all a great day at the Renner household.

So, I am now stopping work on the racecar and will focus all funds and time on this pile. I knew this car would be jealous that I was touching the other one. So the plan is to get my new Speedtech Chicayne rear and torque arm in the car. In order to swap this rear into the car I still need the following;

Run brake lines on rearend (Fab 53--Ron's car will have to wait some more)
Powdercoat the new rearend and torque arm (Local)
Baer 14 in Pro Plus rears (Speedtech)
II Much vent for rearend
Other stuff that will cost more than I think

Things I have in inventory already:

Spreedtech Chicayne Rear
Speedtech Torque arm setup (upgraded with Ridetech shocks)
DSE brake booster (necessary for new rear disc setup)
Third Member (Moser Alumininum Thru bolt 9 inch)

Will get some pics up of these parts soon. Install and timing coming.

I'm still mostly upset about the damage to the gas tank---wondering if I can push the dent out if I drop it out of the car.

Wanda Fresh


Just get a suction cup -- like they use for installing windshields - or at body shops for pulling dents out.... It'll pop right back into place - but WILL be stretched so will never be the same without shrinking it etc. Think oil can...

:cheers:

[Matt@BOS]

I like this plan. It makes me proud. Someone always needs to be the last minute guy that keeps everyone entertained, providing suspense. "Is he going to make it? is He?" I'm glad you stepped up to the plate. Should things not go as planned, (haha, I said "should," instead of when) let me know if I can help. I also offer great rates on a back up rental car, should you need one. It has an automatic transmission, not much power and a good "patina" going on the roof. It also has a trunk full of spare parts. The car is a Ford, and very reliable, and the extra parts are just in case you want to be like everyone else and change things out trackside so that you can make yourself feel faster.

Seriously though. If you need a hand, I would be happy to help. I could also use some practice work on stainless lines before I have to do them on my own car. :lol:

Matt

[DFRESH]

Just get a suction cup -- like they use for installing windshields - or at body shops for pulling dents out.... It'll pop right back into place - but WILL be stretched so will never be the same without shrinking it etc. Think oil can...

:cheers:

Stretched, like me. That horrible sound coming from the rear is now being followed by an equally horrible shrieking coming from my rear--right around the wallet area.

[DFRESH]

I like this plan. It makes me proud. Someone always needs to be the last minute guy that keeps everyone entertained, providing suspense. "Is he going to make it? is He?" I'm glad you stepped up to the plate. Should things not go as planned, (haha, I said "should," instead of when) let me know if I can help. I also offer great rates on a back up rental car, should you need one. It has an automatic transmission, not much power and a good "patina" going on the roof. It also has a trunk full of spare parts. The car is a Ford, and very reliable, and the extra parts are just in case you want to be like everyone else and change things out trackside so that you can make yourself feel faster.

Seriously though. If you need a hand, I would be happy to help. I could also use some practice work on stainless lines before I have to do them on my own car. :lol:

Matt

Thanks Matt--does this mean your 69 won't make it to RTTC either? I hate trackside mods and repairs--but I enjoy watching others do them.

D

[DFRESH]

Just got off the phone with Fab 53--we have a Bat Phone between us. Services are secured for the install---and Brett will provide the ususal tech insight and pictures to go along with the install.

Timing will depend upon a couple issues (Ron) and parts coming to me. Ron, it's time to take your car to upholstery. :lol:

DR Fresh

[GregWeld]

Nothing a suction cup and some beano can't cure.



:D

[Matt@BOS]

Thanks Matt--does this mean your 69 won't make it to RTTC either? I hate trackside mods and repairs--but I enjoy watching others do them.

D

Probably not anymore. I needed Brett to install a Vaporworq retrofit kit for me, but then some big shot guy just called him up and made him drop everything. :unibrow:

In all honesty, I have had enough thrashing on the purple car to last me, if not a life time, certainly more than a few years. Something always goes wrong with that car at the last minute. We had to fight to get to SEMA two years in a row, and it has always been new and unsorted at every RTTC event it has been to. Last year I drove off track in the middle of the straightaway because I got distracted watching my oil pressure read a frighteningly low number. I think I should have won an award for that one. This year I am just going to slap tires on the Mustang and go have fun.

[67zo6Camaro]

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[67zo6Camaro]

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[67zo6Camaro]

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[67zo6Camaro]

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[67zo6Camaro]

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[DFRESH]

Probably not anymore. I needed Brett to install a Vaporworq retrofit kit for me, but then some big shot guy just called him up and made him drop everything. :unibrow:

In all honesty, I have had enough thrashing on the purple car to last me, if not a life time, certainly more than a few years. Something always goes wrong with that car at the last minute. We had to fight to get to SEMA two years in a row, and it has always been new and unsorted at every RTTC event it has been to. Last year I drove off track in the middle of the straightaway because I got distracted watching my oil pressure read a frighteningly low number. I think I should have won an award for that one. This year I am just going to slap tires on the Mustang and go have fun.

LOL--no, he's not dropping anything--we will get started later---Ron's car and some other projects are in play right now at Skunk Works 53. I don't have the brakes yet---Blake will take car of that --then we can start mocking up the rearend. Stay thirsty my friends.

[Matt@BOS]

LOL--no, he's not dropping anything--we will get started later---Ron's car and some other projects are in play right now at Skunk Works 53. I don't have the brakes yet---Blake will take car of that --then we can start mocking up the rearend. Stay thirsty my friends.

I was just teasing both of you guys. I have no idea what time frame you are looking at, but if you do need to be squeezed in, and I am ahead of you in the skunk works line, my tank can definitely be put on hold until later.

Matt

p.s. Brett, the Vaporworq stuff should arrive at your door step soon.

[DFRESH]

So, as a hailmary, I went ahead and popped the cover on the rearend, dropped the pin and slid the axles out to check the axle bearings---i'm suspicious since it seems that the noise is isolated to this side of the car--it's a fairly cheap swap---it's the only thing on this 8.5 ten bolt I haven't replaced--everything else is brand new. My buddy John is coming by tomorrow night with the bearings and seals, and the all important slide hammer to extract the bearings. Would still like to make the RTTC event in two weeks. Even if this fixes it, I'll still move forward with the new setup in order to be able to test it at RTTC in March. The smell of gear oil is almost as bad as it was a couple of weeks ago when we put the posi in.

Hoping for a quick and easy fix. LOL. I'm reminded of why I named my car A13. Just before the lunar module was going to break into the earths atmosphere, a guy in mission control calls the flight commander and lets him know that there is a possible typhoon warning right where the module was going to land in the ocean--he says "There's a chance it won't turn into anything" to which the flight commander responds "Only if their luck changes".

DR Fresh

[Nessumsar]

Say it aint so! The President of the OLJs has left us? I think that makes me the lone one-legger... :lol:

Glad to see Apollo is getting some love again though. If you need some help during the thrash let me know, I'd be glad to help you drink some beers. :cheers:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Down at Goober's Gravy Shack, we just got world wide wide internet system access.

So on a break from my hosting duties I got to see this update.

Good stuff. :thumbsup:

[Payton King]

bolting all those parts you have been collecting? Its about time

[GregWeld]

All joking aside -- NICE WORK BRETT....




I was wondering what jack you used to get under Apollo? Or if you had a pit in the shop?


I've also found that if you have a dented (caved in) fuel tank... that a simple torch held near the opening... will help expand the fuel/air mixture contained therein... and the opening that will create - will allow you access with hammer and dolly.


:cheers:

[DOOM]

bolting all those parts you have been collecting? Its about time

YEAAAAAAA.... Its about time!:D

[chr2002ca]

Thanks Matt--does this mean your 69 won't make it to RTTC either? I hate trackside mods and repairs--but I enjoy watching others do them.

D

Aha! That explains why you guys were slapping high fives with each other as my car was getting loaded on the AAA truck. :lol:

A dent in the gas tank is just going to give you more clearance for something bro. Embrace it.

Look forward to sharing some laughs with you at RTTC as I fill my usual role as a spectator. :cheers:

[Matt@BOS]

Aha! That explains why you guys were slapping high fives with each other as my car was getting loaded on the AAA truck. :lol:

A dent in the gas tank is just going to give you more clearance for something bro. Embrace it.

Look forward to sharing some laughs with you at RTTC as I fill my usual role as a spectator. :cheers:

How did you guess that one?

Anyway, we've all heard of cars that are trailer queens, but you, Doug and I, with our AAA memberships, might be starting a new trend - the flatbed queen. :lol:

Matt

[Tom.A]

I guess this is the end of the one tire fire. I recall your one legger smoking as you came off the big sweeper at RTTC3. I hope you and Brett can get it going and make it. Then again maybe I won't look as bad getting beat by your fire breathing 228 RWHP :lol:

[DFRESH]

So, axle bearings and replacing the heim joints out back seems to have taken care of my issue for the time being. Looks like RTTC is back in the plan this next weekend. My guess is that if I didn't find the real issue, it will expose itself at the event. AAA is 10-10 on the side. Hope to make the cruise on Friday, but will see how the week shapes up.

DR. Fresh

[Flash68]

:thumbsup: Let her rip. You're close to home.

[DFRESH]

Aha! That explains why you guys were slapping high fives with each other as my car was getting loaded on the AAA truck. :lol:

A dent in the gas tank is just going to give you more clearance for something bro. Embrace it.

Look forward to sharing some laughs with you at RTTC as I fill my usual role as a spectator. :cheers:

Chris, I will need some ballast on the Auto Cross in the passenger seat--and you are right about the tank---it clears the jack nicely now.

Looking forward to seeing you there on Sat bro--

D

[DFRESH]

:thumbsup: Let her rip. You're close to home.

Exactly what I was thinking---will keep moving forward with the new parts install anyways---but looking forward to making the event. Will see if the Posi is worth anything time wise. It's going to be strange without you Todd and Rich. I will be saving almost 2k on food purchases and Bud Light though. :lol:

[Vegas69]

And move up a couple positions in the standings. :lol: (We know, once you get done hoarding parts)

[Ron in SoCal]

---but looking forward to making the event. Will see if the Posi is worth anything time wise.

No worries! 138 rwhp won't hurt it...:thumbsup:

[DFRESH]

This is like a soap opera---the popping and banging is back in full force--along with a vibration over 75. Took the car out today for a full beat down to ensure I was good.

Fail.

Spectator only.

D

[Matt@BOS]

Can you put it back to the way it was, and just buy a new tire in preparation for RTTC?

I hate to see you side lined for this event. You're always welcome to ride shotgun with me.

Matt

[DFRESH]

Can you put it back to the way it was, and just buy a new tire in preparation for RTTC?

I hate to see you side lined for this event. You're always welcome to ride shotgun with me.

Matt

Thought about it--but the old third member is long gone---the deed is done. The car wins this round.

[Flash68]

and.... back to the race car. :faint:

[DFRESH]

and.... back to the race car. :faint:

The new 16volt battery is on its way already.

[67zo6Camaro]

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[intocarss]

Thought about it--but the old third member is long gone---the deed is done. The car wins this round.

Hard to tell from the pic. But it looks like you have a 8.5 rear? We have or at least had an open carrier at work I could get down to you. And if it's a 12 bolt, my bud has an open carrier down in Huntington Beach. Let me know

[Vegas69]

You have plenty of time to throw in a carrier. It seems something always comes up at the last minute. If I was closer, I'd gladly help you.

[Gandalf]

Anyway, we've all heard of cars that are trailer queens, but you, Doug and I, with our AAA memberships, might be starting a new trend - the flatbed queen. :lol: Matt

I have my credits with AAA already - let me in damnit! lol (I remember those test drives from home..... fail. AAA back home. Test drive...... fail. AAA..... Argh!!!)

Doug - let us know what you need bud. One of us is bound to be sitting on a part that can help get you there. Also it seems we agree these events are always way more fun with you participating.

G.

[Matt@BOS]

I have my credits with AAA already - let me in damnit! lol (I remember those test drives from home..... fail. AAA back home. Test drive...... fail. AAA..... Argh!!!)

Doug - let us know what you need bud. One of us is bound to be sitting on a part that can help get you there. Also it seems we agree these events are always way more fun with you participating.

G.

I can think of a special, and very exclusive club just for you Gregg.

Doug, since you were registered, and ready to go, can I interest you in the "rental car?" Yancy had it last year, and I told him he was free to take it out on the track if he wanted. It has 250whp of goodness and an automatic transmission. It doesn't handle very well, but it is more power than you're used to, so it could be fun!

[GregWeld]

OUCH!



What do you use to buff out an ego?

[Cris@JCG]

If it would have be 9" Ford.. Have plenty of 3rd members lying around.. I would have let you borrow one..

If you want to go off roading @ RTTC.. I have an available seat. :D

[fleetus macmullitz]

This is like a soap opera---the popping and banging is back in full force--along with a vibration over 75. Took the car out today for a full beat down to ensure I was good.

Fail.

Spectator only.

D

Dr. Dubb,

Sadly, your shirt is pressed and ready...again.

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Funnies/dubst-shirt.jpg

[Rybar]

Aside from the thread derailing, the upgrades look good keep us posted Doug. :yes:

[Flash68]

You think Dougie can engage in thread dismantling and then have his own thread impervious? I think NOT! :rofl:

[GregWeld]

Aside from the thread derailing



I think it's more like UNHINGED.....



HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[intocarss]

Aside from the thread derailing HEY I only posted once LOL :unibrow:

[DFRESH]

I think the derailing is better than the updates :lol:

Skip, better send me two of those shirts this time--

D

[fleetus macmullitz]

I think the derailing is better than the updates :lol:



Agreed.

Like the Chairman of the Board (aka Greg Weld) says...

"It's about the people, not the cars."

At least for some of us it is...

[Nessumsar]

You going to be at RTTC on Sunday, Doug? Hope to see you out there.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Skip, better send me two of those shirts this time--

D

Sorry Cap'n Slow, we didn't process your shirt order in time.

My new assistant is a little shaky. :_paranoid


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[DFRESH]

Guys, wanted to let you know I seem to be past the worst of my physical crap and it looks like I am going to live. I won't bore you with any of those details other than to say it sucked---but I am glad to be alive and back in the game. I recently took several of my parts stash over to Brett at Fab 53 to get back on the car and start getting some of my accumulated parts actually put in the car. It's good to be back on Lat G---looking forward to seeing many of you guys at the SEMA Lat G party. Below is Brett's update thus far;

This Just in Renner is Alive and Well. The Green Machine is running and a chapter has been closed in the Apollo 13 project. Yes a meeting was conducted and the memo has been sent out.... Apollo 13 is the new "Stance" project. Why you ask? Well frankly, the name Apollo was only adding to the frustration Dr Renner was having with, what seamed like every little project for his 69 Camaro, when ever he worked on her.

So, Now... with a few things taken care of in Dr Renners life, He is back at it again. Missing the friendship and competition of being out with... "Stance", The SpeedTech Torque Arm project is getting ready to unfold. I have been asked to keep you informed and show pictures of this process of installing one of the markets best Torque Arm rear end suspension. What will make this story different is that "Stance" is low... like real low compared to most 69 Camaros. And Dr Renner has asked to keep the "Stance".

This project is for a SpeedTech rear Torque Arm installation with Baer brakes and a few other modifications to keep it's existing super low stance. As a matter of fact... The owner of this car has renamed the project "Stance" and I will be posting a more detailed how-to write up in the near future.

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_5306_zps6b24c6b0.jpg
SpeedTech Torque Arm

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_5305_zps510e1956.jpg
Speedway Engineering rear floater by SpeedTech

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_5304_zps67573fbf.jpg
Rear Baer brakes on ZR1 hubs

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_5309_zps701b5bc0.jpg
The usuall winning combination of RideTech coilovers

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_5310_zps73753c16.jpg
DSE brake master and booster just to name a few of the componants going into the project.

[GregWeld]

I'd rather see a photo of the famous Doctor.....


I've been wondering if he'd fallen down a hole somewhere. Or maybe ran off with Big Wanda!!

[DFRESH]

I'd rather see a photo of the famous Doctor.....


I've been wondering if he'd fallen down a hole somewhere. Or maybe ran off with Big Wanda!!

Big Wanda---LOL---I still have that "For Sale" sign in the race room that Chris Robinson made---good to see you making the first post back on my thread brother. Will you be at the Lat G party with the boys?

Fresh Wanda

[camcojb]

That's great news Doug, glad you're okay and back on track. :thumbsup:

[Tom.A]

Doug,

I did not know you were sick but I am glad to hear your are doing better. I had a little scare myself last month and spent 6 days in the hospital but also on the mend. The parts stash is going to make you fast as you always did well with the one legged beast. Look forward to updates

[BANKO]

I was just thinking how I hadn't seen you around here for a while. Glad to hear you're back and making progress on your car. Hope to see you at a future NorCal GG show.

[DFRESH]

That's great news Doug, glad you're okay and back on track. :thumbsup:

Thanks Jody.

I come back and everyone one I know is now a Mod---except Greg---you have obviously had to modify your standards over these past 8 months.

D

[Track Junky]

Great to have you back Doug :thumbsup:

[89 RS]

Doug, Great to hear you're doing good. I was just thinking the other day when I was on here, I hadn't seen anything from ya.
Great to see ya back on here. :thumbsup: Looks like you have some cool new parts ready to go also.

[GregWeld]

Big Wanda---LOL---I still have that "For Sale" sign in the race room that Chris Robinson made---good to see you making the first post back on my thread brother. Will you be at the Lat G party with the boys?

Fresh Wanda




Wouldn't miss it for all the wheels in China!

[Rick D]

Glad to hear your doing better Doug!:thumbsup: the cars what ever its about the people and with out the people the cars don't mean squat!! But it is cool to see you back on the updates of the one legged monster :D

[intocarss]

Glad you're OK!! :hello:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Thanks Jody.

I come back and everyone one I know is now a Mod---except Greg---you have obviously had to modify your standards over these past 8 months.

D

Really stuck foot in mouth there Big Wanda.:badidea:

http://www.vyperlook.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Emma-Cahill-big-feet-1.jpg


Ok... glad yer better.


:D

[Ron in SoCal]

Wouldn't miss it for all the wheels in China!

Wait, what?? :lol:

Welcome back Dougie. Missed you around here! More importantly, fantastic health news :cheers:

[Spiffav8]

Doug...You have been greatly missed around here! Didn't know about you being down and out. Glad you are back at it. If you need anything, let me know.

:cheers:

[DFRESH]

Really stuck foot in mouth there Big Wanda.:badidea:

http://www.vyperlook.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Emma-Cahill-big-feet-1.jpg


Ok... glad yer better.


:D

I am laughing right now---I see that you are a Mod----LOL man---that is awesome. Actually, I can't think of a better Mod than you brother---thanks for all of the encouragement these past hideous months.

D Foot Planted Fresh

[DFRESH]

Doug,

I did not know you were sick but I am glad to hear your are doing better. I had a little scare myself last month and spent 6 days in the hospital but also on the mend. The parts stash is going to make you fast as you always did well with the one legged beast. Look forward to updates

I know a lot of guys didn't know----it snuck up on me and by the time it was full blown we weren't sure what was going to happen, so I stayed quiet for the most part---glad it looks like the worst is behind me. Everyday is a gift now--for me---that's part of the good that has come from it. Sorry to hear about your stint in the hospital---who woulda thought being in our forties would bring health challenges---I still feel like i'm 20----and am spending money like it also.

I was just thinking how I hadn't seen you around here for a while. Glad to hear you're back and making progress on your car. Hope to see you at a future NorCal GG show.

Thanks Man! The trip up for the June GG will be on the board for sure. I will try to get the West Coast Rat Pack to caravan up the 101 with me for sure. It's been my favorite trip ever since I made the first one with Matt, Chad, Stig, Chris Robinson, Carl, John----want to do it every year I can.

Great to have you back Doug :thumbsup:

Dude--thanks! What happened to EL BLANCO 69? Did it sell?

Doug, Great to hear you're doing good. I was just thinking the other day when I was on here, I hadn't seen anything from ya.
Great to see ya back on here. :thumbsup: Looks like you have some cool new parts ready to go also.

Corey--thanks bro. Have a lot more parts, but just not enough yet to put in the DSE sub and LS3. Still need the Auto Rad setup and the new Vaporwerks tank. Piece by Piece is still my op plan for this car. The Drag Radial car is running now---I just finished up the interior and am waiting on the hood to get painted--then the rear tail panel where we modded it for the wheelie bars. Should be testing it in the next couple of months. I will get some pics of it up--maybe today.

Glad to hear your doing better Doug!:thumbsup: the cars what ever its about the people and with out the people the cars don't mean squat!! But it is cool to see you back on the updates of the one legged monster :D

Rick--you are exactly right bro--it's always been about the dudes here. Have made some great friends and brothers here for sure. No more "One Legged Jihad" for me --- I will miss it--especially Chad announcing it every time I come to the line to make an autocross pass at the GG show.

Glad you're OK!! :hello:

Thanks Jer Dog. Time to get VEGAS to the track and see what 1280 RWHP will do on the Drag Radial (315's). Shooting for 7's---but have a ways to go to figure out a brand new car.

Wait, what?? :lol:

Welcome back Dougie. Missed you around here! More importantly, fantastic health news :cheers:

Brother Ron--thanks man! Is your car running? I will dive into your thread and check it out later today. SEMA this year?

Doug...You have been greatly missed around here! Didn't know about you being down and out. Glad you are back at it. If you need anything, let me know.

:cheers:

Thanks Curtis---it is great to be back working on the cars---it's like therapy for me--it's amazing how much I missed it now that I am able to put some energy into them. I love working on them as much as driving them.

[fleetus macmullitz]

I am laughing right now---I see that you are a Mod----LOL man---that is awesome. Actually, I can't think of a better Mod than you brother---thanks for all of the encouragement these past hideous months.

D Foot Planted Fresh

Thanks much Brother. :thumbsup:

And getting picked to be a moderator is proof my congressman is still lookin' out for his constituency. :stirthepot:

Seriously, I'm thrilled for you and your family that you are well. :)

[Richio1]

Welcome back D Fresh

I had noticed the lack of your presence and whitty banter on the boards. Just thought the car took a back seat to other family obligations as it does so many of us.

Glad to hear everything worked out. Hope it wasn't the big C. My wife works for oncology surgeons and I hear some the worst stories. You're right, every day is a gift and we all need to remember that. You never know what tomorrow hold.

You have a lot of project updates to catch up on. That 12 pack of "secret gap spray" you recommended worked out great for me. As with Ron, got mine fired a couple weeks ago.

[DFRESH]

Welcome back D Fresh

I had noticed the lack of your presence and whitty banter on the boards. Just thought the car took a back seat to other family obligations as it does so many of us.

Glad to hear everything worked out. Hope it wasn't the big C. My wife works for oncology surgeons and I hear some the worst stories. You're right, every day is a gift and we all need to remember that. You never know what tomorrow hold.

You have a lot of project updates to catch up on. That 12 pack of "secret gap spray" you recommended worked out great for me. As with Ron, got mine fired a couple weeks ago.

Congrats on getting it fired up bro! I have a lot of catching up to do on the project threads, yours being one of them. LOL on the gap spray---that one sure stuck didn't it? One of my other personal favorites was the "Tall Dark and Handome" spray that GW tried--but it wears off quickly.

D

[Flash68]

Back in business and stronger than ever... :thumbsup:

Now the car seems to be improving (with 5 year old dusty parts).... but will the humor? :popcorn2:

:hello:

[DFRESH]

Back in business and stronger than ever... :thumbsup:

Now the car seems to be improving (with 5 year old dusty parts).... but will the humor? :popcorn2:

:hello:

Still rockin 138 RWHP through the new locker bro---it's gonna be nuts. Car will hook in the rain. I've had offers from "Street Outlaws" to go head up with Murder Nova--but they want 10 and the go. :smiley_smack:

[Flash68]

Still rockin 138 RWHP through the new locker bro---it's gonna be nuts. Car will hook in the rain. I've had offers from "Street Outlaws" to go head up with Murder Nova--but they want 10 and the go. :smiley_smack:

:lol: Test has been passed. :thumbsup:

:welcome3: back bro

[DFRESH]

:lol: Test has been passed. :thumbsup:

:welcome3: back bro

Have a Donavan Aluminum Big Block for the race car---going to build a 540 and use my F3 Procharger. Shooting for 2100 HP. Wanted to cover both you and Rob combined in my build. Details coming in the future. :gitrdun:

[FETorino]

Have a Donavan Aluminum Big Block for the race car---going to build a 540 and use my F3 Procharger. Shooting for 2100 HP. Wanted to cover both you and Rob combined in my build. Details coming in the future. :gitrdun:

That's in the PA class we are running NA. You better get your PT dyno rule book out and check the class rules again.:lmao:

It was good hanging out the other day, without DG:mock:

:cheers:

[DFRESH]

That's in the PA class we are running NA. You better get your PT dyno rule book out and check the class rules again.:lmao:

It was good hanging out the other day, without DG:mock:

:cheers:

LOL. Ya, I guess forcing two atmosphere's is a distinct edge isn't it. :bitchslap: Good hanging with you also---thanks for the help loading up the old parts. I'm just remembering I need to pull those out of the truck and get them up for sale here.