RPM Hot Rods presents "The Runt" 1962 Chevy II

[c10addict]

Its been a while since we have posted any of our latest projects so here is one we are really excited about. Gerry Kerna is one of our long time customers who we built a 1941 Willys for a few years back. Gerry came to us this time wanting to build a car that SHE (yes I said she :thumbsup: ) could compete with in the Goodguys autocross and other road racing events. She always wanted an early Chevy II so the search began. We found an all original 1962 Chevy II that we quickly picked up and brought back to the shop to go under the knife. With performance and handling being one of the top priorities of this build we called our friends at The Roadster Shop to have a custom chassis built. We told them we wanted to run a 335/30/18 in the rear and a 275/35/18 up front and they quickly went to work. The car was torn apart media blasted and mounted to the frame table to be cut apart. Once the body was mounted to the chassis it was time for the sheet metal work to begin. The floors, trans tunnel firewall and wheel tubs were fabbed up,installed and it was time to pull it off to table and set it on the earth for the first time to get a look at its killer stance. We massaged the bumpers so they fit tight to the body and are currently building the roll cage. Power will come from a 416 cube Mast Motorsports LS3 that at this time is making 600 Hp. We are very anxious to have this car out this year tearing up the autocross tracks and competing at the Optima Street Challenge. Stay tuned for more pics and info as we go..

[c10addict]

more pics

[radrambler]

GO RPM

Gerry :thumbsup: you go girl...
thanks for posting...NO holding back on that lil chevy
SOUNDS LIKE A BEAST...MORE PICS PLEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAASE

Tom

[c10addict]

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[CRCRFT78]

That's one bas@$$ looking Nova, I love it.

[White.Lightning]

Love these Nova's. Sweet buildup

[Roadster Shop]

Looks killer! Nice metal work on the floors/tubs. I still think that the 4-bar brackets make the entire car!

[1badchevelle]

Cant wait to see a rendering. I need to show this to my nephew. He has been asking for a 62-63 Nova for 2-3 years.(he's 15 now) and need a project. After seeing this he wont be able to walk.:rofl:

[HWY Nova]

I'm starting to like these early Novas.....

Looking good!!!!


--Eric

[nvr2fst]

Lookin good, nice touch on the embossed firewall.
Hows the Goodguys mustang coming along?

[HOLOHAN'S HOT ROD SHOP]

Looks good guy's. Look forward in seeing the finished product............

[lhkustoms]

looks awesome :thumbsup:

[66LS7]

Great looking project keep up the awesome work.:thumbsup:




Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
[email protected]
1-262-347-9741

[tones2SS]

WOW!!! Very nice guys. Should be quiet a transformation. :wow:
Please keep us posted as you guys do great work. Not just on this car, but on the others in the past. THANKS!!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[youthpastor]

wow...very cool project- subscribed:thumbsup:

[michael6372]

What type of suspension are you running?

Looks KILLER!! First gen Nova is probably my favorite car!!

Michael.

[TravisB]

What type of suspension are you running?

Looks KILLER!! First gen Nova is probably my favorite car!!

Michael.


upper control arm looks very short probably based off a mustang II design if I had to guess. And a 4 link rear.

Were the rear wheel openings moved rearward to retain the quarter windows? Whats the rocker hieght front and rear and desired ride hieght?

[796spdbu]

Bad a$$ I love the first gen novas.

[pokey64]

I like how you matched the front floorpan embossing to the frame! :thumbsup:

[RPM HOTRODS]

upper control arm looks very short probably based off a mustang II design if I had to guess. And a 4 link rear.

Were the rear wheel openings moved rearward to retain the quarter windows? Whats the rocker hieght front and rear and desired ride hieght?

The front is based off a Mustang II, Heidts made the front, The control arms are about 8.25" from the center of the ball joint to the center of the rod-end with adjustments both ways, 4 link rear, Speedway style front and rear swaybars Rocker height is about 3.75 behind the front wheel and about 4 in front of the rear tire. The quarter glass took a little work. But we got them to work perfect. We notched the tubs just a pinch and reworked the tracks slightly and it all worked out. It was nice to work that out while the tubs could still be removed. But the opening remain in the stock location. Travis do you still have the dually?

[TravisB]

The front is based off a Mustang II, Heidts made the front, The control arms are about 8.25" from the center of the ball joint to the center of the rod-end with adjustments both ways, 4 link rear, Speedway style front and rear swaybars Rocker height is about 3.75 behind the front wheel and about 4 in front of the rear tire. The quarter glass took a little work. But we got them to work perfect. We notched the tubs just a pinch and reworked the tracks slightly and it all worked out. It was nice to work that out while the tubs could still be removed. But the opening remain in the stock location. Travis do you still have the dually?

No I traded it awhile back. Im building a 62 nova now.... :unibrow:

[Kendall Burleson]

kILLER JOB AGAIN MORE PICS. lOVE THE STANCE:hail: :hail:

[Heidts#14]

The front is based off a Mustang II, Heidts made the front, The control arms are about 8.25" from the center of the ball joint to the center of the rod-end with adjustments both ways, 4 link rear, Speedway style front and rear swaybars Rocker height is about 3.75 behind the front wheel and about 4 in front of the rear tire. The quarter glass took a little work. But we got them to work perfect. We notched the tubs just a pinch and reworked the tracks slightly and it all worked out. It was nice to work that out while the tubs could still be removed. But the opening remain in the stock location. Travis do you still have the dually?


BUZZZZ!!!!! WRONG. Please do not affiliate this subframe with mustang II geometry :willy: . It is a modified version of our Camaro Pro-G subframe :thumbsup: .

[camcojb]

BUZZZZ!!!!! WRONG. Please do not affiliate this subframe with mustang II geometry :willy: . It is a modified version of our Camaro Pro-G subframe :thumbsup: .
yeah, if you want to get Chassisworks wound up say the same thing about their g machine front clip........................... :lol:

[Roadster Shop]

The front is based off a Mustang II

Come on Curt, WTF, you are better than that! I wouldn't sell you a Mustang II.

This is our latest Nova Chassis. The front uses a modified Heidt's Pro-G. The rear is our 4-bar set up with a 9".

[wiedemab]

That's an interesting frame setup - in a good way. When I looked at your site I didn't realize that the picture you show for the Chevy II frame is one of your Chevelle Frames (right?). I just glanced at it and saw that it used C5/6 spindles/uprights and assumed that would be the case on the Nova frame. Not that there is anything wrong with any other setup, just an observation and assumption that I made that was incorrect.

Very cool build - I'll be following this one!

[CRCRFT78]

This may be a little off-topic, but what do you guys do with the VIN plate on the firewall? I see a few Novas being done but the VIN plate never gets put back on the firewall. What happens when it gets registered?

[TravisB]

BUZZZZ!!!!! WRONG. Please do not affiliate this subframe with mustang II geometry :willy: . It is a modified version of our Camaro Pro-G subframe :thumbsup: .

Glad you chimed in.... how about some specs on the front...?

Camber gain per inch?
Caster?
Instant center
Scrub?
RC?

[RPM HOTRODS]

Boy..... I didn't realize I could get in so much trouble on here. One mistake and everyone is on my butt!!!! And the bad thing is that I knew what it was. That is what happens with 14 employee, 10 projects, 3 kids and twins on the way. I finally think I may be loosing my mind. We do have some mustang II spindles on Ebay. I guess I could always say the damn chassis builders didn't give me a clue on what I got from them!!! SORRY it will not happen again.

[RPM HOTRODS]

Few with the wheel off.

[RPM HOTRODS]

The pictures weren't the greatest on the last one, so here are a few more.

[RPM HOTRODS]

Some of the interior, trunk sheet metal work along with the cage work.

[Kendall Burleson]

Boy..... I didn't realize I could get in so much trouble on here. One mistake and everyone is on my butt!!!! And the bad thing is that I knew what it was. That is what happens with 14 employee, 10 projects, 3 kids and twins on the way. I finally think I may be loosing my mind. We do have some mustang II spindles on Ebay. I guess I could always say the damn chassis builders didn't give me a clue on what I got from them!!! SORRY it will not happen again.I don't care what they say about you. You are the Man :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[RPM HOTRODS]

This may be a little off-topic, but what do you guys do with the VIN plate on the firewall? I see a few Novas being done but the VIN plate never gets put back on the firewall. What happens when it gets registered?

On this car the VIN is located in the front of drivers door jamb between the hinges.. Other cars we just try and get it close to where is was originally located.

[RPM HOTRODS]

Lookin good, nice touch on the embossed firewall.
Hows the Goodguys mustang coming along?

The Mustang is coming along pretty good.. Parts are rolling in but are still waiting for more.. I'm gonna dig up the thread we started and update it later today..

[Heidts#14]

Boy..... I didn't realize I could get in so much trouble on here. One mistake and everyone is on my butt!!!! And the bad thing is that I knew what it was. That is what happens with 14 employee, 10 projects, 3 kids and twins on the way. I finally think I may be loosing my mind. We do have some mustang II spindles on Ebay. I guess I could always say the damn chassis builders didn't give me a clue on what I got from them!!! SORRY it will not happen again.

Please dont take it that way :bow: We do not want people thinking that its Mustang II geometry, our appologies if it sounded like you were "in trouble" LOL. Killer project, looks like everything is going great.

OH !!!! congrats on the twins :cheers:

[RPM HOTRODS]

Thanks Heidts, Glad not to be in trouble with you, now I just have to work on Phil but that will be a uphill battle. One question for you? On the Speedway swaybar we noticed yesterday that it had rubber bushings as in the past they were copper or delrin. Is there an advantage or disadvantage to that?

Travis where at you at with your project? Are you putting a chassis under it?
I almost felt it was a no brainer once I started weighting the pros and cons.

[CRCRFT78]

Ok I'm aware of the vin tag on the drivers door jam, what I'm asking (had I said it correctly) is what do you do with the trim tag that is on the firewall? Does it become a non issue for builds of this caliber?

[TravisB]

That is a nice looking frame... we have 2 roadster shop frames in our shop right now.

nice sheetmetal work inside looks good. Im gonna keep an eye on this one haha.

PM sent about my car

[Kendall Burleson]

Ok I'm aware of the vin tag on the drivers door jam, what I'm asking (had I said it correctly) is what do you do with the trim tag that is on the firewall? Does it become a non issue for builds of this caliber? The trim tags is removed but the VIN tag is the one that has to be their if it to be driven on the street.you have to have it to cross STATE LINE.

[tones2SS]

As usual, great work guys. Looks killer.:thumbsup:

[Roadster Shop]

With all of the killer work on this car, everyone is concerned with the VIN tag?? Really??? When was the last time anyone got pulled over and then had to pop the hood to inspect the VIN/trim tag? (That was a rhetorical question. Please do not hi-jack this thread with examples to prove me wrong!:D )

[Heidts#14]

Thanks Heidts, Glad not to be in trouble with you, now I just have to work on Phil but that will be a uphill battle. One question for you? On the Speedway swaybar we noticed yesterday that it had rubber bushings as in the past they were copper or delrin. Is there an advantage or disadvantage to that?

Travis where at you at with your project? Are you putting a chassis under it?
I almost felt it was a no brainer once I started weighting the pros and cons.

Should be urethane not rubber. We are looking into delrin. The delrin will be more responsive than the urethane, but alittle more noisy (big deal) Urethane helps with the vibration causing less noise.

[RPM HOTRODS]

We are sure that this car didn't have a trim tag... I hope I don't go to jail over this. I don't know if they even had trim tags in 62. I guess I'm on Phil's good side again!!!!!:hail:

[CRCRFT78]

Wow I guess I should just look and drool with my little yellow helmet on in the back of the bus. Who cares what questions get ask, does it offend you? Are we all suppose to just say how awesome the build is and not ask anything?

[Kendall Burleson]

With all of the killer work on this car, everyone is concerned with the VIN tag?? Really??? When was the last time anyone got pulled over and then had to pop the hood to inspect the VIN/trim tag? (That was a rhetorical question. Please do not hi-jack this thread with examples to prove me wrong!:D ) Well Mister I can tell for a fact that I had the texas taskforce come into the shop and pull 2 car out and inpound them that was a year ago one was just back from paint and the other was just started. I will not remove a vin number from a car not here in texas. For the one was a bill of sale they still have the car and I had to replaced the custom car
and the do all the work he paid for.All I had to do it was not stolen impossible with no VIN. and they knew this.The car will be destroy.

[Roadster Shop]

Sorry for starting the drama. It was meant as a funny, sarcastic comment that I guess was taken out of context. I'm not telling anyone what they can or can't do. My bad guys, now back to the build....

[Kendall Burleson]

No drama just Fun:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[CRCRFT78]

Hey no problem. I wish my Nova looked that good in bare metal.

[RPM HOTRODS]

Well I'm going to post more pictures later tonight about the car and Maybe I'll start a post in open discussion about vin tags!!!! I started to bag the vin tags and trim tags for the cars we work on and safety wire tie them to the interior quarter panel so they stay with the car. I hope we can end this on this post and move it to where it needs to be. And you can call me out anytime you want on anything we do. I understand we all have different ideas and visions and sometimes that helps. Thanks Guys

[RPM HOTRODS]

Here are a few pictures of the car today.

[novanutcase]

SWEEET!! You should post this project up on Steves! Those guys would really appreciate the project you have going on.

John

[MSTSFabbed]

How do you guys emboss the interior panels? Do you actually stamp them or use some sort of buck and chisel type method? They look INCREDIBLE and my curiousity was screaming. Thanks, and the car is absolutely amazing!!!:thumbsup:

[c10addict]

How do you guys emboss the interior panels? Do you actually stamp them or use some sort of buck and chisel type method? They look INCREDIBLE and my curiousity was screaming. Thanks, and the car is absolutely amazing!!!:thumbsup:

All of the embossing is done with a bead roller... Thanks for the compliments

[MSTSFabbed]

A bead roller. Really. Well, I had no idea you could fully depress a solid shape like that! Awesome, thank you!

[syborg tt]

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[wiedemab]

First of all - Awesome build! I can't wait to see this car at some of the shows.

I have a question related to the front "downtube" (I guess that's what I'd call it) seen in this pic. Is there going to be something else tied into it or am I missing something in this view? It just seems like that might be a weak point with that sweeping bend going to the floor/frame.

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=22093&d=1262751322

Quite possibly there is more to be added, so if so I'll stay posted for the updates. Thanks,

[RPM HOTRODS]

If I am thinking of the same tube as you are, it will have the door bar added to it. We just don't put them in at this point so they are not in the way. I am also up in the air about running it threw the firewall and out the front. But we have so much stuff under the dash it will really be in the way but I would still like to do it. Its just hard sometimes to draw the line on where to stop.

[wiedemab]

I figured there were more tubes to be added. I know what you mean, it's tough to say - where do you draw the line?

Keep up the good work. Keep the pics coming too - we love Pictures!!!!

[RPM HOTRODS]

Here are a few updated pictures of Gerry's steering column mount that Josh made up this past week.

[RPM HOTRODS]

The Radiator mounts that we fabbed to mount to the rails along with the Setrab coolers for the power steering and tranny. I plan on using Weldon 9200-a pumps for the tranny along with another one for the rear diff too. I am still working out the details on the plumbing at this time!!!

[GregWeld]

It appears - in the photos of the column / firewall marriage -- that the firewall is welded to the frame... is it?

[RPM HOTRODS]

Yes, It is one. All of our cars up until this point have been built with the body coming off the chassis. On this car, weight and cost were taken into mind when making the decision to be one. Plus the car was kind of that way to start.

[TravisB]

Yes, It is one. All of our cars up until this point have been built with the body coming off the chassis. On this car, weight and cost were taken into mind when making the decision to be one. Plus the car was kind of that way to start.

I was going to ask you if the car was a unibody still. The 62 im working on will be as well....

[Kendall Burleson]

I was going to ask you if the car was a unibody still. The 62 im working on will be as well....Why would you not keep it Unibody?:rolleyes:

[RPM HOTRODS]

Well anytime you put a chassis under a car you have options. We put new floors in the car front to back so we could go either way. We didn't use one stock thing under this car. So its not like we just could keep what was there. If I was building an all out show car I would make the chassis separate from the body. Detail, Detail, Detail.

[Kendall Burleson]

Good deal! it looking killer Good jod.:hail: :hail: :hail:

[deuce1963]

SWEEET!! You should post this project up on Steves! Those guys would really appreciate the project you have going on.

John

^^^X2

[HWY Nova]

SWEEET!! You should post this project up on Steves! Those guys would really appreciate the project you have going on.

John

Just one more thing to do.....POST ON ANOTHER SITE. Should be no problem... Lot's of spare time!


--Eric

[c10addict]

Here are a couple of chassis pics we had

[tones2SS]

VERY NICE!!!:thumbsup:

[ssinister]

All of the work on this car is simply amazing. Do you have a waterjet to cut out the radiator brackets?? I can tell all of your guys really pay attention to fit and finish of everything. Keep up the good work.

[c10addict]

All of the work on this car is simply amazing. Do you have a waterjet to cut out the radiator brackets?? I can tell all of your guys really pay attention to fit and finish of everything. Keep up the good work.

No we do not have a water jet... (I wish ;) ) everything is cut with a ban saw or plasma cutter then ground smooth.. Thanks for the compliments!

[c10addict]

Here are a few Pics of the a/c and heat vents all welded and ground.

[MoparCar]

Great build. Awesome work!

For your rear suspension brackets, what do you use for material? 3/16" mild steel or something different? I'm referring to those great control arm/shock mount brackets. Those are great!

Thanks, Wes

[RPM HOTRODS]

Few updates from this weeks work!!!

[HWY Nova]

Looking good!!!



--Eric

[syborg tt]

Nice :thumbsup:

[pacificustoms]

Awesome! I like the addition of the little tray under the glove box!

[HWY Nova]

Awesome! I like the addition of the little tray under the glove box!

That is for the maps on how to maneuver the Auto-Cross courses.


--Eric

[tones2SS]

WOW! Looks great guys.:thumbsup:

[deuce1963]

look'n sick!

[tbcworks.com]

Very cool Nova build!!

[HOLOHAN'S HOT ROD SHOP]

Nice work...............

[c10addict]

Here is a close up of the wheels... Billet Specialties "Throttle"

[HOLOHAN'S HOT ROD SHOP]

Great line of wheels they have now...................

http://www.billetspecialties.com/product.asp?cid=16&scid=297

[G-Body]

woooooooooooooooooooooooow...........

[craigs73]

now this is awsome you have anymore updates this car is sweet i just love novas is this over on stevesnovasite.com those guys will love it

[c10addict]

Been a while since I updated this thread.. We had all of our attention placed on the "Boss Snake" to get it done for its debut in Scottsdale last weekend... We have started making the fan shroud and inner fender panels.. We were anxious to get rolling on this project once again so watch for more updates real soon!

[Sinco]

Very nice build!! What type of hood hinges are you using? Love the engine compartment.

Doug

[c10addict]

Very nice build!! What type of hood hinges are you using? Love the engine compartment.

Doug

We are using the stock hinges on this build... Thanks for the compliments!

UPDATE!! Ring Brothers made us a set of one off hinges for the build... One other thing I didnt mention is the wheelbase is streched so that also helps with tire clearance...

[tones2SS]

Great looking work guys!:thumbsup:

[Sinco]

We are using the stock hinges on this build... Thanks for the compliments!

Yea that's going to be one badass 62 Nova. keep the pictures and updates coming. It gives me inspiration on finishing my 66.

One question on the hinges? We tried to use stock on my 66 but they hit the tires because of the cars ride height. You don't have a clearance issue with the tires? Again very nice build!

Doug

[c10addict]

Yea that's going to be one badass 62 Nova. keep the pictures and updates coming. It gives me inspiration on finishing my 66.

One question on the hinges? We tried to use stock on my 66 but they hit the tires because of the cars ride height. You don't have a clearance issue with the tires? Again very nice build!

Doug

We moved the hinges up as far as we possibly could... It is tight but should not have any clearance issues unless we get it airborn... :unibrow:

[6spdcamaro]

Do you have anymore pictures of the car with the wheels on them? How do you like them, typical billet specialties perfection? :hail: :bow: :thumbsup:

[RPM HOTRODS]

I don't have to many with the wheels on it but i'll work on it. The wheels are kick ass quality as usual from Billet Specialties, I didn't have them polish the center out just because we will be powdering them when the colors are finally determined. Thanks

[c10addict]

Welcome to forum Geeps!!! I think the customer finally decided on a color!! :unibrow:

Here are some fresh pics under the hood of the inner fenders and rad support covers. Gettin close to starting the body work!!!

[Sinco]

Ultra clean!!

Doug

[c10addict]

Couple more pics under the hood and of the center console in its early fab stages...

[wiedemab]

What are you guys using to smooth out the welds? They have a bronze-ish color? Just curious if you are using some sort of a metallic filler or something after they are welded and ground to give them that extra smooth look.

Thanks

[c10addict]

What are you guys using to smooth out the welds? They have a bronze-ish color? Just curious if you are using some sort of a metallic filler or something after they are welded and ground to give them that extra smooth look.

Thanks

We used a silicon bronze rod to weld that area with... It is easier to grind and finish...

[wiedemab]

Cool - thanks. That is what I would have guessed, but wasn't sure.

[Roadster Shop]

metal work looks OK, but damn!! who built that chassis, it looks killer in those engine compartment pics, are you gonna run those sheet metal panels and cover that fancy chassis work up or are they temporary? Just messin with you, sheet metal work looks amazing, always impressed with your work!!

[kennyd]

What are you guys using to smooth out the welds? They have a bronze-ish color? Just curious if you are using some sort of a metallic filler or something after they are welded and ground to give them that extra smooth look.

Thanks

dont let the fool you is gold paint added to bondo .

really , the silicon bronze rod is perfect for sheetmatal tig work .


looks great !

[c10addict]

Rolled the car outside yesterday and got some pics... Getting ready for body work and paint..

[GregWeld]

L O V E IT !!

:cheers:

[tones2SS]

WOW!!!! Love the stance and the engine bay. Very nice.:thumbsup: :cheers:

[c10addict]

Time for a few updates... We worked with the Ring Brothers to come up with a one off set of hinges for this car.. They work and look great!! We also finished the belly pans under the rear of the car between the quarters and the fuel tank.. We also are making a chin spoiler for under the front bumper, raised sheetmetal floor mat panels that will sit flush with the rug and will have a non slip type of material inserted and lastly installed the fuel filler cap in the top of the quarter panel..

[EBMC]

The details are amazing! Great job!

[G-Body]

One of my fav. builds thus far!
Wow those wheels and detail is just soooo sweet.

[tones2SS]

WOW!! Very nice. Like someone said about the details. KILLER WORK!:thumbsup:

[c10addict]

Wanted to post some updated pics... Here are the center consoles we made for the car.. THe front houses the start/stop button, Vintage Air controls and the brake bais knob..

We cut apart the front fenders and moved the wheel opening forward an inch for greater tire clearance...

Stay tuned for more updates!!

[tones2SS]

Very nice guys.
Keep up the great work.:thumbsup:

[Geeps]

The Runt looks awesome ... any chance it will be at Columbus Good Guys? :lol:

[796spdbu]

Would be killer to see it at columbus!

Greg

[BuiltByBrooks]

Great build!!!

[RECOVERY ROOM]

The car sits very good!

[HWY Nova]

The car sits very good!

.... if that's what you are into! Just kidding. I'm looking forward to seeing this Nova in an Auto-Cross event.


--Eric

[wiedemab]

I just thought I'd check back in to see if there are any updates that can be given on the "Runt".

Hopefully it is progressing along - getting close????

[c10addict]

I just thought I'd check back in to see if there are any updates that can be given on the "Runt".

Hopefully it is progressing along - getting close????

UPDATES!!!! Sorry I have not updated this is quite some time.. The car has gotten a lot of attention from a few performance manufacturers who have seen it and are currently showing us a few cutting edge products that have been worth slowing the build down... Its very exciting and all coming together.. We are in Ft Worth Texas for the Goodguys show right now but I will post some new pics when I get back to the shop... Stay tuned!! Its gonna be worth the wait!!! :thumbsup:

[rjsjea]

Not sure how I missed this build..........amazing build.

Approximately how many hours do you guys have into metal fab? Or maybe how many do you think it will be after your done with the metal work? If you dont want to give exact, I understand.

[BigEddie]

^^^^Same here, but I'm ready now...:yes:

[wiedemab]

UPDATES!!!! Sorry I have not updated this is quite some time.. The car has gotten a lot of attention from a few performance manufacturers who have seen it and are currently showing us a few cutting edge products that have been worth slowing the build down... Its very exciting and all coming together.. We are in Ft Worth Texas for the Goodguys show right now but I will post some new pics when I get back to the shop... Stay tuned!! Its gonna be worth the wait!!! :thumbsup:

I figured you guys were busy. I can't wait to see this project finished. I'll work on my patience - keep up the good work!

[CRCRFT78]

I'm in love. BADA$$!!!!!!

[elitecustombody]

Love all the metal work! Top notch stuff:thumbsup:

[c10addict]

Not sure how I missed this build..........amazing build.

Approximately how many hours do you guys have into metal fab? Or maybe how many do you think it will be after your done with the metal work? If you dont want to give exact, I understand.

A ton... :lol: We are in Texas at the Goodguys show right now but I can look closer in to it when I get back to the shop...

Thank you all for your compliments... Nobody wants to see this car finished more than us!!

[CRCRFT78]

Any updates?

[MarkM66]

Any updates?

Ditto. :)

[SickSpeedMonte]

Beautiful car!! Your work is incredible!

How did you do the brake bias knob? Is the prop valve plumbed under the console right there, or is it somehow remote operated? Very cool idea.

[CRCRFT78]

Any updates??

[64pontiac]

WOW love this build. Frame looks amazing, sheet metal is top notch! Can't say enough great things about it!

What A/C vents are you using in the dash, which looks amazing by the way? Are they an oem vent (ford?)

[c10addict]

Any updates??

All the body work is complete... After a good block sanding the color is going to fly! Stay tuned!!!

[ironworks]

So we should see an update about 3pm EST with complete paint and ready to sand and buff. I know you guys can get some work done, or so the Boss always says.

[c10addict]

So we should see an update about 3pm EST with complete paint and ready to sand and buff. I know you guys can get some work done, or so the Boss always says.

Speaking of getting things done... Hows project clean air??

[kennyd]

Speaking of getting things done... Hows project clean air??

its done , and ready to load up and haul it out to scottsdale .

[ironworks]

Speaking of getting things done... Hows project clean air??

Tracy finished the interior Sunday and Kenny is prepping her for Scottsdale next week. Are you guys coming out? Trendsetter King Kurt said he was going to ride the real bull this year and show us lesser folks how it's done.

[c10addict]

its done , and ready to load up and haul it out to scottsdale .

Awesome!

[RECOVERY ROOM]

its done , and ready to load up and haul it out to scottsdale .

Collecting dust waiting to go west :lol:

[Roadster Shop]

Curt, it is 3:09 EST ...where are those paint pictures?

[ironworks]

Curt, it is 3:09 EST ...where are those paint pictures?

It's 5:55 pst and still no pics. Seriously....

[KSBRKTRACER]

I suppose the dog at the camera ........???????? ......!!!!!!!!!!! :willy:

[nvr2fst]

Great looking Nova Kurt. I really like the way you guys did the sheet metal fab in the engine bay. The inner fenders flow nice.
You guys going to Face off at Road America this here.

[c10addict]

It's 5:55 pst and still no pics. Seriously....

Wow... Coming from you Rodger... I always thought Iron Works was a great name cause I never see much coming out of your shop in paint.... :lol: Maybe you can add the word Bare or Raw before Iron works! :lol:

[nvr2fst]

Wow... Coming from you Rodger... I always thought Iron Works was a great name cause I never see much coming out of your shop in paint.... :lol: Maybe you can add the word Bare or Raw before Iron works! :lol:

OUCH!:cheers:

[ironworks]

Wow... Coming from you Rodger... I always thought Iron Works was a great name cause I never see much coming out of your shop in paint.... :lol: Maybe you can add the word Bare or Raw before Iron works! :lol:

So what your trying to say is the Nova didn't get painted yesterday.

That's a really good idea, I will take your name change idea into consideration. But since we are on the subject of names, where did the name RPM come from? Obviously everyone knows RPM means Rev's per Minute but I'm beginning to think Re - Paint the Mustang makes alot more sense. :D :D :D

[War]

Why did they have to Re-Paint the Mustang? Was it to Low, to Loud, Or to Fast?:_paranoid

[c10addict]

When you actually drive the wheels off the cars you build and not just trailer them from show to show sometimes a little touch up work is required... :drive:

[ironworks]

When you actually drive the wheels off the cars you build and not just trailer them from show to show sometimes a little touch up work is required... :drive:

So now I'm even more confused, What is this for?

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/RPMhauler.jpg

I could have sworn it was for Hauling cars from show to show.

[c10addict]

So now I'm even more confused, What is this for?

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/RPMhauler.jpg

I could have sworn it was for Hauling cars from show to show.

You need that rig when you finish more than one car a year.... I do give you credit though my man... Your auto cross times last year were.... well..... Hey wait you were at the Optima invite... Your car was.... well.... Oh....

[ironworks]

You need that rig when you finish more than one car a year.... I do give you credit though my man... Your auto cross times last year were.... well..... Hey wait you were at the Optima invite... Your car was.... well.... Oh....



So let's get back to the real issue at hand, Did you get the nova painted?

[kennyd]

Well let just have a race , see who finishes there build on a nova first !
Roger dont you have 4 or 5 being built? just pick any of them .

i have my money on ....................



stay off my ass , just trying to have some fun !

[syborg tt]

I am sure one day Roger is going to finish a customer car

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/images/smilies/lol_hitting.gif

[c10addict]

So now I'm even more confused, What is this for?

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/RPMhauler.jpg

I could have sworn it was for Hauling cars from show to show.

Is this your screen saver? I bet it says "Some Day" above it... Here is a much better pic for you! It has a few finished cars in it... Perfect for the "Some Day" title..

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/OPTIMAInvite004.jpg

[ironworks]

I am sure one day Roger is going to finish a customer car

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/images/smilies/lol_hitting.gif

This Coming from a guy who took 8 years to build a mini truck that he never drove.

[syborg tt]

This Coming from a guy who took 8 years to build a mini truck that he never drove.

Actually just shy of 5 years. We could also subtract 1 year for Kenny's boo boo which was a pretty ligit reason to put the project on hold.

I did drive the truck Pro-Fair Grounds at Columbus. I think I saw you driving your truck there to the year before.

More important - it's not just a mini-truck it was theee Mini-Truck that all other mini-trucks will strive to be. I dare you to find another idiot like me that would spend that kind of money on a mini-truck. I am certain you will have hard time.

ps - now the 70 Camaro project that should be a Columbus or Sema next year that is if all goes well. But I never really set a time limit on the build. I just enjoy the build part more then I do washing and cleaning them.

[ironworks]

Is this your screen saver? I bet it says "Some Day" above it... Here is a much better pic for you! It has a few finished cars in it... Perfect for the "Some Day" title..

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/OPTIMAInvite004.jpg

Yeap, "Someday" is what I say when I think of exactly how long the payment plan must be on something like that.

[ironworks]

More important - it's not just a mini-truck it was theee Mini-Truck that all other mini-trucks will strive to be. I dare you to find another idiot like me that would spend that kind of money on a mini-truck. I am certain you will have hard time.



What exactly is the mini truck of all mini trucks, isn't it still a mini truck?

Isn't that like being the tallest Midget?

[syborg tt]

What exactly is the mini truck of all mini trucks, isn't it still a mini truck?

Isn't that like being the tallest Midget?

okay i see how it is now the short jokes start flying.

give me a minute i am kinda slow and I need to think of a good come back for all of us short guys.

[ironworks]

okay i see how it is now the short jokes start flying.

give me a minute i am kinda slow and I need to think of a good come back for all of us short guys.

I would never make a short joke about you, but I would laugh at the fact you shave your legs. :D :D :D

[RPM HOTRODS]

I wouldn't really know about the payment plan on it, I try my best to pay for things like the rig without having it hanging over the shop every month. I didn't buy it new and we did alot of work to it to make it right. I also spent zero on hotel rooms last year too(talk about throwing money away). I can pm you pics of the titles if you want. Well, I got to get back to work now!!!!

[kennyd]

well i was wondering how long till someone got butt hurt . i see we are there ! ease down kurt and roger .

[RPM HOTRODS]

All is good, we like to have fun too!!!! No worries at all. I just don't understand how Roger knows anything about what Marty shaves???? Kind or worries me a little.

[ironworks]

All is good, we like to have fun too!!!! No worries at all. I just don't understand how Roger knows anything about what Marty shaves???? Kind or worries me a little.

No reason to worry. Apparently you don't know Marty and the leg shaver biker life style he leads.

[BumperBuilder]

I have to say everyone has made this day very entertaining for me! I kept checking back to see some pictures of the Runt but soon forgot about it and was more into reading the reply's! On a side note please put some pictures of the engine compartment under the engine compartment post. Some of the nicest work I've seen!

[tellyv]

okay i see how it is now the short jokes start flying.

give me a minute i am kinda slow and I need to think of a good come back for all of us short guys.

I always tell people that I'm closer to the action! If you know what I mean! And if you don't know what I mean (Lady Parts) LOL

[syborg tt]

Okay I need to clear a few things up here boys.

I am not a roadie and I have never shaved my legs except for that one night with Rodger but I thought that was our secret. I am mountain biker (without mountains) here in the midwest.

My favorite indoor winter riding place. However we do ride here all winter long.

http://www.garagescene.net/gallery2/d/59809-2/2011+01-16+Rays+MTB+Park+_14_.JPG

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http://www.garagescene.net/gallery2/d/59878-2/2011+01-16+Rays+MTB+Park+_45_.JPG

hey Rodger if this little guy ( 5 ) can ride it I am certain you can do it

http://www.garagescene.net/gallery2/d/59887-2/2011+01-16+Rays+MTB+Park+_48_.JPG

[RECOVERY ROOM]

I always tell people that I'm closer to the action! If you know what I mean! And if you don't know what I mean (Lady Parts) LOL

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Okay I need to clear a few things up here boys.
I am not a roadie and I have never shaved my legs except for that one night with Rodger but I thought that was our secret. I am mountain biker (without mountains) here in the midwest.
My favorite indoor winter riding place. However we do ride here all winter long.

That is killer. I would love to take my freestyle bike out on that. Great looking set up.

[coolwelder62]

Wow!!! That's cool.:thumbsup: Do you think I could come over w/ CR450F and play w/you guy's.:lol:

[c10addict]

Updates updates updates!!! Went to Thomson Automotive yesterday to pick up the engine.. Brian out at Thomson made arrangements so that we could watch the engine run on the dyno then take it home with us which was awesome! The engine is the 650 HP Thomson Racing Ultimate LS7... Brian and his crew are a class act and are incredibly knowledgeable with the LS engines...

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[wmhjr]

You know, you guys were close enough that you should have just continued south 15 miles or so and dropped that engine off at my shop....

[jh99]

This is a cool looking build. Awesome sheetmetal work! What thickness sheetmetal is that?

[waynieZ]

You know, you guys were close enough that you should have just continued south 15 miles or so and dropped that engine off at my shop....

I'll give you my number then when they drop it off I'll drive down to get it.lol Sweet Motor!

[c10addict]

I love the smell of fresh paint... Here is a little teaser for you all.. Stay tuned!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/DSC05000.jpg

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Wow I really love that color combo

[boonedog]

so how long do we have to wait...... Im not very patient.....:unibrow:

[mrgm]

so how long do we have to wait...... Im not very patient.....:unibrow:

agreed!!!

[waynieZ]

Me Too!

[c10addict]

No more pics till the car is complete! :lol: :thumbsup:

[CRCRFT78]

No more pics until its done...BOOO!!

[c10addict]

Ok so Columbus Goodguys is right around the corner so I guess I can post a few more pics.. The engine and trans are bolted in the car, the clutch is wicked and the motor should rev like hell! The other pic the car was on the rack ready for us to spray the speed liner.. Stay tuned, more to come!

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[ironworks]

Color combo looks sweet can't wait to see it.

[waynieZ]

Very nice. Even the clutch looks wicked!

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Who gets to peel all that tape off.....Looks good

[GregWeld]

Who gets to peel all that tape off.....Looks good

Took the words right out of my mouth Tracy!!! :faint: :faint: :faint:


Looks good -- MAN! I love that clutch/pressure plate/flywheel set up! As someone around here says often (too often :lol: ) "It's Lovely".

[scottysimp7]

Lovin' it! Nice set up:thumbsup:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Really looking good guys,.. is that some fogging or lace or what on the inset parts of the firewall

[RPM HOTRODS]

Really looking good guys,.. is that some fogging or lace or what on the inset parts of the firewall

You said Good Guys.....

[skatinjay27]

As someone around here says often (too often :lol: ) "It's Lovely".
haha!

that car is turning out lovely though!!!

[tones2SS]

Very nice. Great looking so far.

[c10addict]

haha!

that car is turning out lovely though!!!

It is a woman car after all..

[boonedog]

looking good!

[TheBradshaw]

Ive been looking at the RPM website for about 6 months now looking for updates on this. I never thought to look here. The car looks great!

[c10addict]

Ive been looking at the RPM website for about 6 months now looking for updates on this. I never thought to look here. The car looks great!

We launched a new website a few months back and haven't had a chance to update it at all.. Soon I will though.. Glad you found the thread!

[wmhjr]

It is a woman car after all..

I wouldn't call Gerry your average woman! Her blood has more lube and fuel in it than most guys I know! Spent a bit talking to her this past year at the Convention center. There should be more women out there like her.

[c10addict]

Tick Tock goes the clock... Columbus is right around the corner and we are hammering away.. The LS7 is just about ready to fire, and yesterday we received our new Ride Tech coil overs and bolted them on the car.. Getting close!

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[BossaNova]

Dang that engine is a thing of beauty.

Did yall have to take the a/c compressor apart to get it powder coated?

[c10addict]

I wouldn't call Gerry your average woman! Her blood has more lube and fuel in it than most guys I know! Spent a bit talking to her this past year at the Convention center. There should be more women out there like her.

You are correct! She is the greatest! She knows every detail about her cars..

[Roadster Shop]

Looking real good... how about some more pictures though?

[tones2SS]

Very nice. Killer engine and great looking intake!:thumbsup:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Looks awsome

[michael6372]

Looking real good... how about some more pictures though?



X2:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[c10addict]

With Columbus a week away the "Runt" is really coming together.. We received the CTS-V fuel pump today and are finishing the fab work on the fuel tank. We are using the Vapor Worx set up because of its proven reliability.. Once the tank is completed and bolted back in the car it will be time to hear it run...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/DSC06385.jpg
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[Roadster Shop]

That's it? I know you have more pictures than that!

[c10addict]

That's it? I know you have more pictures than that!

Your right... I'm sorry... Here are the pictures you have all been waiting for.. Normally we use Dynamat in all of our builds but on this car we gave Hush mat a try, here is an action shot of our P.G. look alike laying in down.. We removed the coil packs from the valve covers and made mounts to install them in the trans tunnel area.. We decided to fabricate an aluminum sub box for this car, here is a pic of it completed and ready to install..

Is that better RS-Perf? I hope so..

One week to go!

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[GoolsbyCustoms]

One week ? ... Are you sure , I think it's two weeks you should take your time and get a little rest :yes:

[c10addict]

One week ? ... Are you sure , I think it's two weeks you should take your time and get a little rest :yes:

Thats funny... That's exactly what I told your interior guy... :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thats funny... That's exactly what I told your interior guy... :thumbsup:

Now Thats funny!
Awesome job!

[c10addict]

Here is a pic of the underside of the car.. We are running 3" exhaust with Flowmaster 50 series mufflers.

We are in the final stretch and the car is going together well. We have made a few passes up and down the road to start shaking the bugs out.. All I can say is shes a pretty awesome machine!!!! Can't wait for Columbus!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/DSC06432.jpg

[coolwelder62]

Lookin real good.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: Scott M.

[ironworks]

That chassis color is nice.

[c10addict]

That chassis color is nice.

That is one of the top colors just flat... It is bad ass flat...

[c10addict]

So we have thrashed on the car for the past week around the clock.. Shes together and loaded in the trailer and we are leaving for Columbus right now.. I haven't had a chance to update the photos but here is one of it done and on its way out... :thumbsup: See you in Columbus!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/DSC06545.jpg

[GoolsbyCustoms]

see yall there and good luck

[GregWeld]

Next year I'm going so I can hang out with all you guys and see this kind of stuff in person!

[c10addict]

Well we made it to Columbus at 5 am Thursday morning.. Thursday night we decided if this car was going to compete for SMOTY it better be capable of taking A beating... After cruising around the fairgrounds we found a large empty parking lot and it was on! The car is unreal to drive! After feeling good about the thrashing we decided to drive it to the host hotel, again awesome for being fresh out of the box.. Curt ran a 33.6 on the autocross but had taken out 1 cone .. With a little tweaking this car is gonna be incredible! We received a top 5 pick which was awesome but what was even better than that is between burnouts and drift sessions we put over 200 miles on the car over the weekend and had a blast doing it.. The car sat outside at night and took us to dinner everynight.. She's no trailer queen show car!! Pics to come soon!

[TheBradshaw]

Well we made it to Columbus at 5 am Thursday morning.. Thursday night we decided if this car was going to compete for SMOTY it better be capable of taking A beating... After cruising around the fairgrounds we found a large empty parking lot and it was on! The car is unreal to drive! After feeling good about the thrashing we decided to drive it to the host hotel, again awesome for being fresh out of the box.. Curt ran a 33.6 on the autocross but had taken out 1 cone .. With a little tweaking this car is gonna be incredible! We received a top 5 pick which was awesome but what was even better than that is between burnouts and drift sessions we put over 200 miles on the car over the weekend and had a blast doing it.. The car sat outside at night and took us to dinner everynight.. She's no trailer queen show car!! Pics to come soon!

That's a true street machine. If you ask me I feel doing a 34sec or better should be part of SMOY :unibrow:

I have a 1st gen and have been getting design inspiration form your build for a year now. I just hoping you will bring it to Del Mar.

Do you have a video of it on the Autocross?

[Wiedo]

Congrats on the top 5 pick. The car turned out awesome. It was good to see everyone again.Wiedo:thumbsup:

[ccracin]

Fritz,

Great seeing you guys this weekend. I was really impressed with the car and how it performed. I knew Curt nailed a 33, but did not know about the cone. They didn't announce that over the PA. The Runt was my pick for SMOY. It all comes down to personal taste and this was closest to mine. The best part was seeing Gerry (sp?) driving it in the winners parade on Sunday. She was grinning from ear to ear and looked perfect in the car. Job well done! :thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

I alternated T-shirts this weekend between my RPM one and my GoodGuys ones... that way I felt like I was a part of the action. :D

[ironworks]

Very cool car guys. The sound and stance of that car is just awesome.

[c10addict]

Here are some pics for the guys who couldn't make it to Columbus.. They were taken with the shop camera so forgive the quality.. Better ones coming soon! Here is the engine compartment.. We flat cleared a repeating R pattern on the inset parts of the panels.. It is a woman's car so think Coach purse pattern but we used the RPM R... Thanks to Brandy at Spectre for helping out with the air intake..

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[c10addict]

Here are some more in random order.. Dan from AlumiCraft made the Billet grill for the car....

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[c10addict]

During paint.. We sprayed the entire car Brown then went back laid out the lines and shot the red..

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[c10addict]

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[DOOM]

LOVE this car!! Way to go guys you nailed it......:cheers:

[Al Moreno]

Love it! Great job. What is the finish on the valve covers?

[toddshotrods]

The Runt was my personal favorite! I knew it was going to be special when it was there in bare metal, and you guys knocked it out of the park! :thumbsup:

[youthpastor]

nice job guys, very clean and the stance is perfect..well deserved award:cheers:

[tones2SS]

Wow. Great job on that car guys! Killer paint scheme.

[Apples]

I was at this years show for a day and clicked away on this car.
Looked, sounded, and went quick to boot.
Well done, different and well pulled together....congrats

[Cris@JCG]

Very nice work! One of my favorite cars competing for SMOTY!

[c10addict]

Thanks for all the compliments.. We are loading up the car and heading to the Heidts Performance Car Challenge this weekend.. Time to shake it down on the big track and play with the set up a little.. It would be cool to see a few other SMOTY competitors show up to play.. :thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

Awesome car - Simply awesome

plus it sounded bad as all get out

[c10addict]

Last night we rented the skid pad at Beaverun, our local track to do a little testing.. Josh drove the Runt out, I drove the Camaro out and Curt took the Hauler so we had tools and an air compressor if needed.. Once there we all took turns driving and comparing both cars.. After tweaking the set up on the Runt a little the car really felt awesome.. The car is very easy to drive! Here are some pics..

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/IMG_1410.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/IMG_1412.jpg
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http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/IMG_1530.jpg

[c10addict]

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/IMG_1531.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/IMG_1535.jpg
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[toddshotrods]

Man, I love that little car! The fact that it always seems to have brake dust covering the rims makes it that much more awesome! I've been telling people here, who didn't go to Goodguys, there's nothing like seeing people beat the hell out of big-buck toys! :thumbsup:

[fleetus macmullitz]

I remember my folks buying a new one back in '63, but this ones better. ;)

Great build, great name. :thumbsup:

[Bowtieracing]

Super cool engine and killer stance :bow:

[protour73]

Brake dust all over the wheels..... beating the snot out of a wicked awesome "show car".....I love these guys!!!!

I can't wait to meet you guys and see the "Runt" in person this weekend at the Heidt's event at Autobahn C.C. :unibrow:

[tones2SS]

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/IMG_1410.jpg

Man, that thing looks mean going down the road. Great build guys.
That stance is amazing!:wow:

[sniper]

That car is wicked. The stance is nasty. I Love the colors and the pattern painted in. That is pretty damn cool.
In what seems to be an era of cnc'd half million dollar cars, this "appears" to be something more down to earth, but totally bada$$ at the same time.

I know I'll look like a dic$ for even saying it, but the one gig to me is the color difference of the doors from being painted blown apart. But I suck at painting so what do I know.

[56pickup]

:thumbsup: killer stuff guys! Glad to see people driving and actually beating on the car! Cant wait to get my car done so i can take her to the track!

[c10addict]

That car is wicked. The stance is nasty. I Love the colors and the pattern painted in. That is pretty damn cool.
In what seems to be an era of cnc'd half million dollar cars, this "appears" to be something more down to earth, but totally bada$$ at the same time.

I know I'll look like a dic$ for even saying it, but the one gig to me is the color difference of the doors from being painted blown apart. But I suck at painting so what do I know.

The color is crazy in the sun and in pictures... Its funny the other night when we were testing the car would go from black to purple to maroon back to brown as it went past.. I can assure you the doors match..

[c10addict]

Well we have been driving the wheels off of the car and loving every minute of it.. Had a chance to take a few more pictures of the car to share with you all..

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/IMG_1748.jpg
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/IMG_1752.jpg
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[c10addict]

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn89/c10addict/IMG_1831.jpg
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[bentfab]

That car sits so perfect :hail:

[DriverzInc]

Wanted to tell you guys I really dig this car, and you guys did a great job on it. Sinister as all hell, great color combo, stance, everything is spot on in my book.

Not too over the top that its a turn off either. Awesome! :hail:

[Rybar]

Congrats on the top 5 SMOTY and the build of this car, sorry I never posted until now. Pretty amazing build and you guys have been beating on it so where is Todd to pat you guys on the back?? :lol:

[RPM HOTRODS]

Congrats on the top 5 SMOTY and the build of this car, sorry I never posted until now. Pretty amazing build and you guys have been beating on it so where is Todd to pat you guys on the back?? :lol:

Todd who?????