It's finally out my 69 Camaro!

[Greg from Aus]

Not bad I suppose. :D :whenitsdone:

[KPC67]

Great update Mario, we will be patiently waiting on the sidelines. :popcorn2:

[GregWeld]

I ain't gettin' any younger........

[awr68]

Awesome!! Can't wait to see it painted and HUGE smile on your face!! That will be a serious mile stone!!

[DOOM]

Quick teaser shot It's ready for BLACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Looks like I'm going down next weekend to put the color on! :sarcasm_smiley:

[frankv11]

Eeeeehhhha!
Looking great mario

[214Chevy]

Way to go Mario!! Now quit being a tease...

[Spiffav8]

That's sick! Looks smooth as glass.

:Tomcat:

[WSSix]

Congrats, Mario! I know you've worked hard just to get to this point. The car looks as sharp as a razor

[65 347]

All of our hours sanding really paid off.

Mike

[Greg from Aus]

Quick teaser shot It's ready for BLACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Looks like I'm going down next weekend to put the color on! :sarcasm_smiley:

I want more pics and I want them now.:bitchslap:

All of our hours sanding really paid off.

Mike

It really did Mike.

[waynieZ]

Mario that's SAWEEET! ! It looks amazing like it is.. Good for you. Now rest up that painting hand...... I can't wait to see more.

[DOOM]

Thanx guys !! We still have a long way to go . When we dropped the car off a few weeks ago I thought we would have had paint on it by now . But Troy wasn't quite happy and wanted to change a couple of details and give it one more round of polyester. So the boys at BBT went around the whole car again!!!! Troy sent me this picture and told me I'm not going to believe how straight this body is. Can't wait to get the color on !

[Al Moreno]

Heck yea Mario, you must be excited now! This is going to be a standout car. I really like everything about it.

[DOOM]

Progress is rolling at BBT. Troy just sent me another quick update! Cowl and cage are painted.:excited:

[tubbed69]

looking great Mario,must see this one at Columbus:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Spiffav8]

Progress is rolling at BBT. Troy just sent me another quick update! Cowl and cage are painted.:excited:

Oh Yeah! Start the Happy Dance!! :bump:

[waynieZ]

We're moving now!!! Looks good.

[DOOM]

Update. Car is ready to go to upholstery next week. It's coming along. Sorry for no updates , this project has taken a unforeseen turn and my enthusiasm is out the window for this project:mad: As it looks right now the car will be up for sale the as soon as it's done. I'm already out looking for a new project to start stay tune.!:popcorn2:

[fleet]

Very sorry to hear that Mario.

It seems you've taken the next step in the classic 'love/hate' relationship.

:bur2:

[214Chevy]

Man, I swear if I had the money, I'd buy it right now Mario unfinished. I know what kind of work went into it and I wouldn't even have to see it. I'd pay you and then just come pick it up. LOL!!

[Hotrod1]

Update. Car is ready to go to upholstery next week. It's coming along. Sorry for no updates , this project has taken a unforeseen turn and my enthusiasm is out the window for this project:mad: As it looks right now the car will be up for sale the as soon as it's done. I'm already out looking for a new project to start stay tune.!:popcorn2:

What is it that is making it so you dont like it any more? Selection of parts, perfection - or lack of, car model itself, etc... I know that as I get better at at fabrication, I always want to do parts over again, and may never finish. What ever it is, I want to learn, so I can avoid it.

[Spiffav8]

Update. Car is ready to go to upholstery next week. It's coming along. Sorry for no updates , this project has taken a unforeseen turn and my enthusiasm is out the window for this project:mad: As it looks right now the car will be up for sale the as soon as it's done. I'm already out looking for a new project to start stay tune.!:popcorn2:

Ummm....That's not good. Hope you're alright brother. Let me know if there is anything I can do.

[fleet]

If you want to vent Mario, we're highly developed listeners.


:popcorn2:

[waynieZ]

If you want to vent Mario, we're highly developed listeners.


:popcorn2:

Same here Mario. So sorry to hear this, I hope something comes up to change your mind so you'll be happy.

[preston]

I can totally relate to being burnt out and wanting to sell, the part I can't reconcile is "so I can start on a new project". Seems hard to come up with something better than this, unless you are going full race or something.

[syborg tt]

I can totally relate to being burnt out and wanting to sell, the part I can't reconcile is "so I can start on a new project". Seems hard to come up with something better than this, unless you are going full race or something.

ditto. Been there done that I am going to sell everything and buy a new Cayman GT4 and call it a day.

[Hotrod1]

ditto. Been there done that I am going to sell everything and buy a new Cayman GT4 and call it a day.

I can understand that.

[Sheck44]

Not a GT4 but you get the idea
Though I will be bored in a year
Steve

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/TECHART%20987S/IMG_5042_zpsqzp6ibpf.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/TECHART%20987S/IMG_5042_zpsqzp6ibpf.jpg.html)

[fleet]

ditto. Been there done that I am going to sell everything and buy a new Cayman GT4 and call it a day.

Agreed.

Who'd want to be stuck with a 2nd gen?


:P

[Hotrod1]

if u r going to do it, do it all the way gt3-rs.

[214Chevy]

if u r going to do it, do it all the way gt3-rs.

Oooh weeee....you'll need lots of this>>>>:G-Dub: :G-Dub:

[Sieg]

Mario, I found a new project car for you!

http://www.gt3rsregistry.com/2007or2008/images/PbNation/DSC03825.jpg

[DBasher]

Looks like the vanity plate caught up with him! Yikes!

[waynieZ]

Thatl buff right out.

[214Chevy]

http://www.gt3rsregistry.com/2007or2008/images/PbNation/DSC03825.jpg


:happy23: + :drive: = ^^the car above^^

[Sieg]

Looks like the vanity plate caught up with him! Yikes!

Thatl buff right out.

:happy23: + :drive: = ^^the car above^^

Further proof that you can't buy talent.

[pro66tour]

Thatl buff right out.

:lmao: Fantastic Wayne!

[FaBrycation]

Looking forward to seeing it done. Good luck with whatever is next!

[DOOM]

Thanks Guys. My frustration and disappointment is off the charts! Getting into why is pointless , nothing is going to change the end result. What's done is done . I went from counting the days to go see how the progress was going on my car , to dropping off parts and leaving without even looking at my car because I honestly and truly didn't give a sh!t !!!!! My relationship with my builder is not what it was . And I don't see it getting any better. I never thought in a million years this would of happen. I will say, none of this has anything to do with money or the build quality of my car. I just want to make that clear. So stay tune will see where this goes . My wife is thinking this will all change(my attitude towards the car) when the car is done will see.

[frankv11]

One my favorite builds , it's been very inspirational. Hopefully you change your mind on that first drive. It's going to be one awesome car !
But at the end of the day if it brings you bad memories or hate the situation. Sell it and build the next one ..

Good luck Mario

[GregWeld]

Thanks Guys. My frustration and disappointment is off the charts! Getting into why is pointless , nothing is going to change the end result. What's done is done . I went from counting the days to go see how the progress was going on my car , to dropping off parts and leaving without even looking at my car because I honestly and truly didn't give a sh!t !!!!! My relationship with my builder is not what it was . And I don't see it getting any better. I never thought in a million years this would of happen. I will say, none of this has anything to do with money or the build quality of my car. I just want to make that clear. So stay tune will see where this goes . My wife is thinking this will all change(my attitude towards the car) when the car is done will see.



Gwen and I have been together for 44 years.... during those many years there are times when I'm sure she has asked herself "WTF did I get in to" - as I know those thoughts have entered my mind. Cars can be like this. Frustration... Or buying nothing but the best of the best and then that first drive is a dud... or they overheat - or make weird sounds.... whatever.

My point?? This is a HOBBY.... take a step back... take a deep breath... try to lower the boiling point... Can "whatever it is" be fixed? Can it really - other than cost and time - be that big of a deal? It's a ****ing car project... It can be like golf... some days I'm a hero and some days I'm a complete zero... Do I call it quits midway thru the zero day? Nope. It's just a game... look around - the place is beautiful - I think WTF - it beats working... LOL How bad can it be? Today I suck - last week I par'd everything...

Okay.... You know we all love you... nobody on this website has done more for more people. We all want this car to be a huge success - you deserve that - and that's how it shall be.

Trust me - when my Brizio puked all it's coolant on the ground a week before I was to go on a long distance road trip with the Butthead (Lillard).... Your heart just sinks... Do you throw your tools around the shop or do you take a deep breath and tear in to it?

We don't need or want to know what happened - we just want you to get this MOFO fired up!! Take your frustration out on the tires! LOL

[Matt@BOS]

*** take your frustration out on the tires. Not the clutch. :)

I'm with Greg, and your wife on this one. Although it might not be when it is first done. All cars that are built have teething issues. If you take the time to get it sorted out, or have someone sort out the suspension and tune the engine perfectly to your liking, I can pretty much guarantee that the driving experience will make you forget about everything else!

[waynieZ]

Gwen and I have been together for 44 years.... during those many years there are times when I'm sure she has asked herself "WTF did I get in to" - as I know those thoughts have entered my mind. Cars can be like this. Frustration... Or buying nothing but the best of the best and then that first drive is a dud... or they overheat - or make weird sounds.... whatever.

My point?? This is a HOBBY.... take a step back... take a deep breath... try to lower the boiling point... Can "whatever it is" be fixed? Can it really - other than cost and time - be that big of a deal? It's a ****ing car project... It can be like golf... some days I'm a hero and some days I'm a complete zero... Do I call it quits midway thru the zero day? Nope. It's just a game... look around - the place is beautiful - I think WTF - it beats working... LOL How bad can it be? Today I suck - last week I par'd everything...

Okay.... You know we all love you... nobody on this website has done more for more people. We all want this car to be a huge success - you deserve that - and that's how it shall be.

Trust me - when my Brizio puked all it's coolant on the ground a week before I was to go on a long distance road trip with the Butthead (Lillard).... Your heart just sinks... Do you throw your tools around the shop or do you take a deep breath and tear in to it?

We don't need or want to know what happened - we just want you to get this MOFO fired up!! Take your frustration out on the clutch! LOL



I agree Mario, Remeber when we were being tortured in the beginning. It got better and I hope it does again. You put so much Love sweat and labour in it maybe that first blast in it will feel so good you'll stick with it. What ever you decide we wish you the best but inside I hope you find that love for it again.

[fleet]

Mario,

I hate it when you and my other bestest buddy in IL are hurting...

[GregWeld]

*** take your frustration out on the tires. Not the clutch. :)


Okay -- I went back and fixed my mistake!! LOL

[Vegas69]

Like many things, these cars are a roller coaster ride. If it's not about money or quality, you are in better shape than most. I agree with Greg, take a break to recharge your batteries if needed. It's just a car, it can wait or you can take it somewhere else to finish it.

Who's to say the next one goes this well? Finish it off and enjoy it!!

[Spiffav8]

Buddy, you are not the type that lets little things bother you. Nor are you the type to cry about the money. You are one of the best people I know. You have done a great deal for others out of kindness, never asking for anything in return. You deserve to be treated with respect on that alone.

I imagine the car could have fallen off a lift and it wouldn't be this upsetting. You are the paying customer and it is YOUR car. You are the only one who has any right to say what does or doesn't happen.

You have every right to be madder than F*&K and it's alright to be that mad.

Let me know if there is anything I can do to assist.

:guns:

[GregWeld]

Let me know if there is anything I can do to assist.

:guns:




Can you shoot??



LOL



Sorry... in the brain - out the mouth!

[fleet]

Mario, aka #Ridlerdude, owes us sooooo many pics.


:shakehead:

[DBasher]

Sorry to hear about your frustrations, Mario. This is supposed to be fun with just a bit of temporary frustration thrown in just to keep it interesting...and humbling. I hope you can work through whatever it is and enjoy your car for all the reasons you built it.

:cheers:

[Flash68]

Hope you can hang in there Mario. Hell, if I can stick with it, surely you can. :)

:cheers:

[DOOM]

Quick pick going to upholstery this week.:popcorn2:

[waynieZ]

Sinister looking ! Wow ! That looks gorgeous Mario.

[Tom.A]

Sinister looking ! Wow ! That looks gorgeous Mario.

I agree!

[frankv11]

Just simply awesome . That's one fine car there

[canrc]

Absolutely gorgeous Mario!

[69x22]

Beautiful...

[Lenie]

A sight to behold Mario!!!

[DOOM]

Just a tad little lower .

[jamminj007]

Quick pick going to upholstery this week.:popcorn2:

Sick!

[pro66tour]

DIRRRTY:drool:

[tubbed69]

Amazing build Mario.sure hope you keep it and bring it to Columbus:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

[fleet]

:wow:

That's gold Mario...gold!

[waynieZ]

Sweet! How Low Can you Go. ......

[Al Moreno]

:G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: That's the money shot!!! Congrats on a killer car Mario. Your almost there!

[214Chevy]

I love it Mario. What color is the interior going to be?

[DOOM]

I love it Mario. What color is the interior going to be?

Root Beer brown Marcus.

[fleet]

Mario,

Don't let anyone or anything steal your dream you've been workng towards so long. :thumbsup:


http://www.militarytimes.com/picture-gallery/military/2016/05/10/invictus-games-opening-ceremony/84183362/

[DOOM]

The original Victor Fulton rendering.

[DOOM]

Mario,

Don't let anyone or anything steal your dream you've been workng towards so long. :thumbsup:


http://www.militarytimes.com/picture-gallery/military/2016/05/10/invictus-games-opening-ceremony/84183362/

Skip those guys right there are way more important than any car build that's for sure!:bow:

[fleet]

Skip those guys right there are way more important than any car build that's for sure!:bow:

Mario,

Somehow they fought through their 'mess'... and now it's a 'message'. :)

:military:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Quick pick going to upholstery this week.:popcorn2:

#eggplant

You guys do amazing work!!

[syborg tt]

Mario,

Somehow they fought through their 'mess'... and now it's a 'message'. :)

:military:

Wow Skip that really an incredible post and it is really something I will remember forever.

and btw I drove the 70 for the first time yesterday and lets just say I had a great time. Still a bunch to do on my end but like you said who wants to me stuck with a 2nd gen.

and Sheck44 I will be sending you a pm as I am in love with that Porsche.

Mario is was good talking with you today and the car looks great. I can't wait to see it in person at Columbus and looking forward to having a Steak Dinner with you at the same place we ate last year. However this year I am buying.

[DOOM]

Wow Skip that really an incredible post and it is really something I will remember forever.

and btw I drove the 70 for the first time yesterday and lets just say I had a great time. Still a bunch to do on my end but like you said who wants to me stuck with a 2nd gen.

and Sheck44 I will be sending you a pm as I am in love with that Porsche.

Mario is was good talking with you today and the car looks great. I can't wait to see it in person at Columbus and looking forward to having a Steak Dinner with you at the same place we ate last year. However this year I am buying.

Well not 100% sure its going to Columbus . It will be done that's for sure. Some major issue are going to have to be addressed between me and my builder before it goes anywhere . Stay tune.

[Ketzer]

Some major issue are going to have to be addressed between me and my builder before it goes anywhere . Stay tune.

Dammit. Sorry dude.

[FaBrycation]

I have to say, this camaro looks bad ass. I am typically not one to single out a camaro because well... most of the time they are just another camaro. But this thing looks sinister and I absolutely love the color choices and the details on this thing. I hope it does make Columbus because I want to see it!

Sorry that It has been tainted for you. I seriously like this car and it takes alot for a camaro to impress me.

[96z28ss]

Well, Lets see some pics!

[Blake Foster]

Well not 100% sure its going to Columbus . It will be done that's for sure. Some major issue are going to have to be addressed between me and my builder before it goes anywhere . Stay tune.

:ttiwop: I had to.
actually I saw ne pic it looks AWESOME but more will be better

[DOOM]

:ttiwop: I had to.
actually I saw ne pic it looks AWESOME but more will be better

Here are a few Blake! Marty has more will get them up.

[Lenie]

Mario long time coming and no disappointments here. SHE IS A BEAUT!!!!!!

[dhutton]

Looks great Mario. The interior is amazing.

Don

[214Chevy]

I'm not just saying this Mario because I don't have to. And yes, it is another 69 Camaro, but that chocolate interior (or whatever color it is) is just plain beautiful with the bronze colored accented metal to boot. I'm like wow!! Never would've thought that chocolate would pop and be so sick with a black exterior. I may have to steal that color combo.

[FaBrycation]

Ok Seriously, one of my favorite camaro builds ever! You should be proud sir. I looked for you at the show on Saturday but was unable to locate you. See you and hopefully this awesome car again at SEMA.

[Vegas69]

Daaaayuuuuum! That car is ridiculous!

Aren't they a pain in the ass to build? Like anything worth a damn in this life, you have to get through a few canals. Way to go...

[waynieZ]

Daaaayuuuuum! That car is ridiculous!

Aren't they a pain in the ass to build? Like anything worth a damn in this life, you have to get through a few canals. Way to go...

I agree Mario, well worth the wait! I love it. Is the car going to be at SEMA?

[tubbed69]

It is one of the nicest that I have ever seen,that interior is unbelievable in person.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

I'll personally build you your very own RIDLER / SEMA trophy - if you'd just jump in it and come see me you asshole! LOL



XOXO


It's way better than anyone can type!

[frankv11]

That thing is pure awesomeness . Glad to see it done Mario.

[ccracin]

Mario the only thing better than seeing your car in parson was actually getting to meet you in person. Be very proud of that gorgeous car. I don't agrre with the top 5 in SROY or SMOY so whatever. It was great talking to you and I look forward to hearing stories of your adventures with it down the road!

[fleet]

Wow!

Congrats Mario. :thumbsup:

(Just don't become hgh maintenance and stop posting like Rockstar Ron in SoCal.)


:P

[Jay Hilliard]

Major congrats Mario! Car is very stunning and craftsmanship is amazing.

[WSSix]

Gorgeous Mario! Love how the car turned out. The color choices are different but work great together. Congrats on making Columbus.

[Ron in SoCal]

Mario the car is freakin' SICK! Congrats Sir and I hope you enjoy the h*ll out of it!

:cheers:

Wow!

Congrats Mario. :thumbsup:

(Just don't become hgh maintenance and stop posting like Rockstar Ron in SoCal.)


:P

#loveyoutoo Skippy

[syborg tt]

Here are a few Blake! Marty has more will get them up.


Mario's Beast !!!

http://www.garagescene.net/_data/i/upload/2016/07/11/20160711144248-0aeb7252-me.jpg

http://www.garagescene.net/_data/i/upload/2016/07/11/20160711144313-3e9d7385-me.jpg

http://www.garagescene.net/_data/i/upload/2016/07/11/20160711144322-c1285683-me.jpg

http://www.garagescene.net/_data/i/upload/2016/07/11/20160711144347-70a1c11f-me.jpg

http://www.garagescene.net/_data/i/upload/2016/07/11/20160711144404-ab634626-me.jpg

http://www.garagescene.net/_data/i/upload/2016/07/11/20160711144429-e017291a-me.jpg

http://www.garagescene.net/_data/i/upload/2016/07/11/20160711144508-2ac90c8b-me.jpg

There are a bunch more coming.

[Tony V]

awesome Job Mario! congrats....

[98ssnova]

WOW!!! amazing I like the windscreen and rear window treatment. Is that he stock trim or is it modified?

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Looked good, great colors

[Spiffav8]

So when is this going into my garage?

[Musclerodz]

WOW!!! amazing I like the windscreen and rear window treatment. Is that he stock trim or is it modified?

looked like it was factory trim welded together and painted. lots of cool detail on Mario's car.

[Richio1]

Congrats Mario... well done.

[glassman]

Wow, incredible build Mario. The color coordination between the black and bronze is fantastic. The car looks perfect. Was it overlooked this year? Or ??? i cant imagine it not being in the running.....straight up.

[Bozeforged]

Wow! Looks awesome Mario!!! Thanks for choosing Boze Wheels.

[DOOM]

Mario long time coming and no disappointments here. SHE IS A BEAUT!!!!!!
Thank you Lenie!
Looks great Mario. The interior is amazing.

Don
Thank you Don. It came out almost exactly how I wanted it . It will be going back for some changes.
I'm not just saying this Mario because I don't have to. And yes, it is another 69 Camaro, but that chocolate interior (or whatever color it is) is just plain beautiful with the bronze colored accented metal to boot. I'm like wow!! Never would've thought that chocolate would pop and be so sick with a black exterior. I may have to steal that color combo.
That Bronze was a surprise to me. That's all Troy . I got a lot of crap for the black with the brown but I'm very happy with the combo.
Ok Seriously, one of my favorite camaro builds ever! You should be proud sir. I looked for you at the show on Saturday but was unable to locate you. See you and hopefully this awesome car again at SEMA.
Thank you Brycen ! TROY is working on SEMA as we speak!
Daaaayuuuuum! That car is ridiculous!

Aren't they a pain in the ass to build? Like anything worth a damn in this life, you have to get through a few canals. Way to go...
Thank you Todd!
I agree Mario, well worth the wait! I love it. Is the car going to be at SEMA?
Troy is working on it!
It is one of the nicest that I have ever seen,that interior is unbelievable in person.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
It was great talking to you at Columbus! Now finish that car!
I'll personally build you your very own RIDLER / SEMA trophy - if you'd just jump in it and come see me you asshole! LOL



XOXO


It's way better than anyone can type!
I will you SOB ! You'll SH!T yourself when I'm beeping my horn in you block long drive way! Now I just have to get it from Troy!:action-smiley-027: :lol:
That thing is pure awesomeness . Glad to see it done Mario.
Thank you Frank!
Mario the only thing better than seeing your car in parson was actually getting to meet you in person. Be very proud of that gorgeous car. I don't agrre with the top 5 in SROY or SMOY so whatever. It was great talking to you and I look forward to hearing stories of your adventures with it down the road!
Chad it was great seeing you. I'll touch on the whole ''show'' thing soon .
Wow!

Congrats Mario. :thumbsup:

(Just don't become hgh maintenance and stop posting like Rockstar Ron in SoCal.)


:P
Thank you Skip! Ron will never forget us.:lol:
Major congrats Mario! Car is very stunning and craftsmanship is amazing.
That's all Troy and his guys Jay.
Gorgeous Mario! Love how the car turned out. The color choices are different but work great together. Congrats on making Columbus.
Trey it was a risk for sure ,but I think it works.
Mario the car is freakin' SICK! Congrats Sir and I hope you enjoy the h*ll out of it!

:cheers:



#loveyoutoo Skippy
Oh I will Ron Thank you! Don't listen to Skip.:twak: :lol:
WOW!!! amazing I like the windscreen and rear window treatment. Is that he stock trim or is it modified?
Mike,Troy tig welded all the oem trim.
Looked good, great colors
Glade you like it Tracy.
So when is this going into my garage?
Be ready !!! Troy's on it!!
looked like it was factory trim welded together and painted. lots of cool detail on Mario's car.
Great talking to you Mike.
Congrats Mario... well done.
Thank you Jeff!
Wow, incredible build Mario. The color coordination between the black and bronze is fantastic. The car looks perfect. Was it overlooked this year? Or ??? i cant imagine it not being in the running.....straight up.
Mike I promised myself to be quiet.:rolleyes: All I can say is the judging is VERY interesting. Now I gotta be quiet.:wrongforum:
Wow! Looks awesome Mario!!! Thanks for choosing Boze Wheels.
Thank you Zak! They turned out great.

[DOOM]

awesome Job Mario! congrats....
Thank you Tony!!!

[slenning]

Turned out incredible Mario! Now I wish I would have gone to Columbus, need to see in person!!

[DOOM]

I'll stop by on my way to GW's!!:lol:

[slenning]

Hell yeah! That would be awesome :lol:

[DRJDVM's '69]

Color code for your engine bay satin black?

[Al Moreno]

WOW is all I can say. Congrats Mario, that's over the top :king: :G-Dub: :cheers: :bow: :hail: :clap: :cheering: :beavis:


Are you taking it to SEMA, I want to see :goggles: it in person and take a bunch of :flashie:.

[tmadden]

Mr Mario your car is absolutely terrific!

[DOOM]

Color code for your engine bay satin black?It's in your pm box.

Mr Mario your car is absolutely terrific!

Thank you sir!!!

[96z28ss]

Where is the video of you driving it and doing burnouts?

[DOOM]

Where is the video of you driving it and doing burnouts?

Bob...... There coming trust me! Troy and I are dealing with a ''little'' more drama!! It seams to never end. Troy's taking care of it for me I put it in his hands . :waveflag: :waveflag:

[waynieZ]

I can't wait to see you enjoying this !!!!!

[DOOM]

I can't wait to see you enjoying this !!!!!

Oh I will Wayne!!! It's back at the interior shop as we speak getting completely redone!!!:sarcasm_smiley: :soapbox:

[fleet]

Oh I will Wayne!!! It's back at the interior shop as we speak getting completely redone!!!:sarcasm_smiley: :soapbox:

Mario,

Don't let'em toss that stuff out.

Autograph it and auction it off...it could pay for the whole build!

:G-Dub:


lol

[214Chevy]

That Bronze was a surprise to me. That's all Troy . I got a lot of crap for the black with the brown but I'm very happy with the combo.

Well, whoever gave you crap about it must be only an "inside the box" thinker only. That color combo is something different, which is a good thing, and is definitely sick. :clap: :clap:...well done.

[canrc]

Mario! Absolutely insane!!!! Love the colour combo!

[DOOM]

Well, whoever gave you crap about it must be only an "inside the box" thinker only. That color combo is something different, which is a good thing, and is definitely sick. :clap: :clap:...well done.
Thanks again Marcus! We definitely wanted something different. I painted a Lexus that color a looooong time ago and it just stuck in my head!:headscratch:
Mario! Absolutely insane!!!! Love the colour combo!

Thank you Raj!!

[DOOM]

Car is back at the interior shop getting pretty much the entire interior redone. I gotta say this whole project went pretty smooth up until the last few months of the final assembly . And its been a nightmare ever since . Just incredible the crap that's been happening with this car. It really makes you think WHY would anyone put themselves through this to build one of these cars! You gotta be INSANE!!!:hairpullout:

[Spiffav8]

Car is back at the interior shop getting pretty much the entire interior redone. I gotta say this whole project went pretty smooth up until the last few months of the final assembly . And its been a nightmare ever since . Just incredible the crap that's been happening with this car. It really makes you think WHY would anyone put themselves through this to build one of these cars! You gotta be INSANE!!!:hairpullout:

:confused59: Back in the Interior shop and having the entire interior redone!? WTF!! Mario that's fricking crazy. This has been an insane build from day one. You don't deserve the drama. Man...I hope it all works out.

[dhutton]

Sorry for your troubles Mario. I'm curious why the interior needs to be redone. It looked great in the pics.

Don

[waynieZ]

The beginning was an adventure and now the end. Hang tough Mario. The more miles you put on it the further the drama will be behind you.

[tubbed69]

Car is back at the interior shop getting pretty much the entire interior redone. I gotta say this whole project went pretty smooth up until the last few months of the final assembly . And its been a nightmare ever since . Just incredible the crap that's been happening with this car. It really makes you think WHY would anyone put themselves through this to build one of these cars! You gotta be INSANE!!!:hairpullout:

Mario I will take the old interior if your throwing it away,I thought it was the best interior I had ever seen in a camaro,no joke.

[DOOM]

:confused59: Back in the Interior shop and having the entire interior redone!? WTF!! Mario that's fricking crazy. This has been an insane build from day one. You don't deserve the drama. Man...I hope it all works out.
Oh it will Curtis.
Sorry for your troubles Mario. I'm curious why the interior needs to be redone. It looked great in the pics.

Don
Pictures can tell a ton of lies Don . The list was a mile long, way to many quality and craftsmanship issue . I wasn't standing for anything less than perfection for what that interior cost me.
[QUOTE=waynieZ;642886]The beginning was an adventure and now the end. Hang tough Mario. The more miles you put on it the further the drama will be behind you.[/QUO
Lets hope Wayne It hasn't been fun that's for sure.:shakehead:

[pro-touring.no]

The car looks super from the picture I have looked at, sorry that it diden turn out the way you hoped... From a guy that have bean there.... :catfight:

[frankv11]

Car is back at the interior shop getting pretty much the entire interior redone. I gotta say this whole project went pretty smooth up until the last few months of the final assembly . And its been a nightmare ever since . Just incredible the crap that's been happening with this car. It really makes you think WHY would anyone put themselves through this to build one of these cars! You gotta be INSANE!!!:hairpullout:

That sucks Mario.
As far as projects. i think we're all a bit nuts. We hate it when it goes bad , love it the next day , sell it cause your done with it . than you miss it so you buy another POS and starts all over again.

Perfection is tough

[DOOM]

The car looks super from the picture I have looked at, sorry that it diden turn out the way you hoped... From a guy that have bean there.... :catfight:
Kjell it turned out exactly the way I wanted it . It just got very crazy for the last six months of the build .
That sucks Mario.
As far as projects. i think we're all a bit nuts. We hate it when it goes bad , love it the next day , sell it cause your done with it . than you miss it so you buy another POS and starts all over again.

Perfection is tough
That's for sure Frank ! The BS and the drama came in the last 6 months of the build and it never let up . I never thought it would get to a point where I would have to get lawyers involved but that's where I'm at now they left me no choice . I have two suits going, both are just about resolved as we speak. Thank god my lawyer is my neighbor, and I take care of his and his wife's firms I have a very nice retainer:D . . It really takes a lot of the fun out of the build when this crap happens . And let me say Troy has nothing to do with any of this BS. We had our little talk a wile back and cleared everything up, him and I are all good. So I have one more week before I get my car back from the upholstery disaster . Then back to Troy for some small tweaks . Then home so I can finally drive this friggin thing I'm going crazy !!!:drama: :drama: :drama: :drama:

[GregWeld]

Been there and done that Mario...... The Frisbee '32. A simple car that should have been fun - turned into a crap show because of the DETAILS.... the simplest things, such as, brake lights working...


The Brizio build.... 180* difference.

The Pinkee's build - 100% nothing but love for them

I've personally seen some "work" done by what people THINK are the very best of the best.... and sometimes THEY SUCK! And then their ego's get in the way when you call them out on the SUCKY work they did.... F your ego you dipwad!! -- look at the crappy work you did!!! PERIOD!!! If they'd own it and just do it over and do it right now and do it RIGHT. Then all is good.....

A reputation isn't crap - unless you live up to it every friggin' day.

[DOOM]

Been there and done that Mario...... The Frisbee '32. A simple car that should have been fun - turned into a crap show because of the DETAILS.... the simplest things, such as, brake lights working...


The Brizio build.... 180* difference.

The Pinkee's build - 100% nothing but love for them

I've personally seen some "work" done by what people THINK are the very best of the best.... and sometimes THEY SUCK! And then their ego's get in the way when you call them out on the SUCKY work they did.... F your ego you dipwad!! -- look at the crappy work you did!!! PERIOD!!! If they'd own it and just do it over and do it right now and do it RIGHT. Then all is good.....

A reputation isn't crap - unless you live up to it every friggin' day.

That's about it Greg! Never never imagine this happening . You are 100% correct about the egos that's for sure. There isn't enough time to explain what went down with this joker . This guy has done some pretty hi profile interiors but he chose my car to totally F^CK UP!! But at the end of the day he had nothing!!

[waynieZ]

Has he been keeping you informed on the progress?

[Ketzer]

You've decided not to out the shops that you had trouble with? Understandable if you're in the middle of a legal negotiation.
Would be helpful for others though, after its all said and done, to update the thread with specific problems you had with what shops and how you got them resolved.

[DOOM]

Has he been keeping you informed on the progress?

You've decided not to out the shops that you had trouble with? Understandable if you're in the middle of a legal negotiation.
Would be helpful for others though, after its all said and done, to update the thread with specific problems you had with what shops and how you got them resolved.

All progress updates are done through Troy. I can't have any interaction with him. I didn't want to give the car back to him to correct the issues I just wanted my money back . But all the legal BS says I have to let him correct his mistakes before I could go down that road. The other situation is a product that I bought that had many issues. That one has been resolved and I am getting my money back. I'm fortunate my lawyer is our best friends and neighbor. Not everyone has that situation so it comes down to how much is it going to cost to go forward with legal action. And believe me A LOT of these criminals know this . One part of our early conversation he eluded to that very fact. Very sarcastically .... ''Do you have any idea what its going to cost you to pursue this legally'' at that point I was done talking to him. Then Troy explained my situation and it was going to cost me absolutely nothing to go forward with any legal action. Then the entire attitude change he was willing to do anything to make this right . But at that point I was done with him and that's where were at now . Also with all the legal stuff I can't put any names out there as of yet if at all . Both suits didn't have any counsel representing them so my lawyer advise me not to put any names out there. Stay tune...

[Ketzer]

I really hope you can come out of this still loving your car. Whether you built it to sell and build the next, or built it to keep, I hope you at least take a little time to run the wheels off it.

[Spiffav8]

You've decided not to out the shops that you had trouble with? Understandable if you're in the middle of a legal negotiation.
Would be helpful for others though, after its all said and done, to update the thread with specific problems you had with what shops and how you got them resolved.

This is one of those situations when a whisper is a deafening roar.

[DOOM]

I really hope you can come out of this still loving your car. Whether you built it to sell and build the next, or built it to keep, I hope you at least take a little time to run the wheels off it.

Na that's not going to happen! All should be good when all this BS is over!!

[waynieZ]

Hang in there Mario. We're all pulling for you.

[fleet]

https://s20.postimg.cc/tqqremem5/A6_CAB159-_CB40-49_B3-9_FBD-0_C93_B703_EEE4.jpg (https://postimg.cc/image/o2kgnqa9l/)

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[waynieZ]

Love it!!

[Sheck44]

Mario ... can't wait to see what you've finally done with the interior ....car looks FANTASTIC !!

This is the main reason that I only use shops that allow me to work 'hands on' with them, my ideas, my designs and they put it together for me, and that goes for everything not just interior ... everyone has their own ideas (as you said it Mario .. 'EGO's) some good and some terrible but at the end of the day it's your car and you should be 1000% happy with it.

Cheers
Steve

[DOOM]

https://s20.postimg.cc/tqqremem5/A6_CAB159-_CB40-49_B3-9_FBD-0_C93_B703_EEE4.jpg (https://postimg.cc/image/o2kgnqa9l/)

https://s20.postimg.cc/o2kgnqxf1/2_E3_D9_A50-_E96_C-4_C70-_BA71-8_E9_A69_C078_B4.jpg (https://postimg.cc/image/pudfingrt/)

Thanks Skip . That was last week at a local event. Marty (SYBORG TT) took that picture on top. The one in the middle makes my butt pucker every time I see it.:G-Dub:

[DOOM]

Mario ... can't wait to see what you've finally done with the interior ....car looks FANTASTIC !!

This is the main reason that I only use shops that allow me to work 'hands on' with them, my ideas, my designs and they put it together for me, and that goes for everything not just interior ... everyone has their own ideas (as you said it Mario .. 'EGO's) some good and some terrible but at the end of the day it's your car and you should be 1000% happy with it.

Cheers
Steve

Steve it's all good now . Dave made everything right . It's crazy sometimes how things work out . The end story is much to long to get into but lets just say I did learn and I should always know this , there is two sides to every story and after Dave just came to my shop one day unannounced he wanted to explain his side . Taking the blame for most of what happen but also explaining why. I think it was a pretty standup thing to do . End story basically all involved had a hand in what happen including me . So that's the very short version . As I said everything has been made right .

[randy]

love those side skirts. any advice on how to do them?

[DOOM]

love those side skirts. any advice on how to do them?

Randy that's all Troy (BBT FABRICATIONS) ! You would have to contact him . I do know there made out of aluminum but that's about it.

[fleet]

Mario,

Great to hear things were made right regarding your interior. :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Mario I'm glad you got to hash things out and settle things, because letting them fester will drain the life out of you.
Time to enjoy the car and collect those smiles per miles!

[syborg tt]

Here ya go

[DOOM]

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That's a nice one Marty!!!

[DOOM]

Well I started the first stage of my BBT built redo . First stop Dutchboys Hotrods. There going to fix some issues that were ''FIXED'' at BBT . The left front tire hits the fender . I have two small cracks in both quarters. Paul noticed I didn't install the supports that were needed that caused this to happen. That's on me I installed the quarters . I had a mirror hole on the driver door that wasn't welded closed. So this was discovered after the car was painted . So the re repair was done like sh!t. We are going to figure out what to do with the hood hitting the radiator fan shroud . That was ''FIXED'' with foam stick on pads ! As you can see it won't be long before it's going to rub through.I also have to have that fancy pad by the lock support that also was ''FIXED''. So this is the start of many more things to come. I'm in good hands with Joe and Paul .

[frankv11]

That’s a fancy foam pad 😁

[DOOM]

That’s a fancy foam pad 😁

Frank I've been told all higher end builds have these:sarcasm_smiley:

[randy]

great looking car. Love the front spoiler and the side skirts. Im sure with your issues that you are getting fixed you might possibly add something else or are you happy with all the choices?

[DOOM]

Randy I won't be changing anything cosmetic . I'm just fixing the sh!t work that was done.:hairpullout:

[Chiva]

I just finished reading all 166 pages of this thread. Really nice car. I hope you get all the little bugs worked out so you can start really enjoying the fruits of all your hard work. You deserve to! Thanks for having such an interesting thread on you build.

Rob

[DOOM]

One step at a time Rob will get it worked out and undo the garbage work that was done.

[gofastwclass]

Sorry to hear that. The car looks absolutely stunning.
Are you going to post more pictures of what you are updating or just the finished result?

[DOOM]

Sorry to hear that. The car looks absolutely stunning.
Are you going to post more pictures of what you are updating or just the finished result?
Yes I am. :G-Dub:

[GregWeld]

I don’t know why you set the standards so high for a lousy few 10’s of 1000’s of dollars spent. What did you expect the work to be for only Rolls Royce money? You expect it to run and drive? Dude — it’s a show car!!! Just roll it on the trailer — collect your trophies — pack it away in the garage..... Get the builder tons of kudos for stellar workmanship and shiny paint...

That’s how it’s done....


LOL


Sorry buddy! Love you!

[OLDFLM]

Fuel lines, radiator hoses and inner fenders are optional! LOL

[frankv11]

What Greg said x2 😁

[DOOM]

I don’t know why you set the standards so high for a lousy few 10’s of 1000’s of dollars spent. What did you expect the work to be for only Rolls Royce money? You expect it to run and drive? Dude — it’s a show car!!! Just roll it on the trailer — collect your trophies — pack it away in the garage..... Get the builder tons of kudos for stellar workmanship and shiny paint...

That’s how it’s done....


LOL


Sorry buddy! Love you!

I'm looking for that one EMOJI, but Jody hasn't added it yet !:action-smiley-027:

[gofastwclass]

I'm looking for that one EMOJI, but Jody hasn't added it yet !:action-smiley-027:

The middle finger emoji? Haha :underchair:

[waynieZ]

That’s OK Greg is used to getting those posted for him :hello:

[fleet]

...plus Mike Kelly.

Actually, maybe they should be known as ‘The Doom Brothers’...

:P

l3UHoUb0KuU

Btw-nice vid Mario and Mike . :thumbsup:

[Lenie]

beautiful, absolutely beautiful car Mario.

[waynieZ]

Great video! Thanks for posting. Amazing build.

[Sheck44]

Amazing Mario .... GREAT video !
Cheers
Steve

[rixtrix1]

Great video showing off the car!

[DOOM]

How do you find this sh!t Skip!!!!! I'm not quitting my day job that's for sure. As you can see I'm not good at interviews .

[fleet]

How do you find this sh!t Skip!!!!! I'm not quitting my day job that's for sure. As you can see I'm not good at interviews .

Mario,

You’ve been holding out on us....Bruh!

:D

I was minding my own bidness looking for a car on the interwebs when I came across your badd boy....haha.

[DOOM]

Way Way to many BBT mentions!!! That literally was done just before the SH!T hit the fan! I have to be quiet for just a little bit more.:warning:

[Lenie]

Way Way to many BBT mentions!!! That literally was done just before the SH!T hit the fan! I have to be quiet for just a little bit more.:warning:

Ok Mario, it's been a little bit More :stirthepot::D Absolutely one of my favorite cars!!!

[fleet]

This popped into my twitter feed for some reason...so a belated Merry Christmas gift to the many fans of your car here Mario!

https://i.postimg.cc/MpsybDXS/B1710-AAF-838-A-4-F37-B933-823-A1-B37-A0-C9.jpg (https://postimages.cc/)

:D

[214Chevy]

:y0!::y0!::y0!::y0!:

I'm definitely a fan!! Love Mario's car.

[waynieZ]

Hey Santa Mario is that trunk full of goodies for us naughty car fans? Love the car.

[fleet]

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[preston]

Car is beautiful but the interior is what has me swooning !

[camcojb]

Amazing car. :king: