Roadster Shop 2nd Gen Camaro Build

[Roadster Shop]

I have been getting a lot of questions about this car when it was seen in the background of a few other pics that I posted. I was going to wait until we were further along with the build to post, but here are some early stages of a 2nd gen that we are building for a new customer from CA. The car features one of our new Fast Track chassis and will be powered by a twin turbo LS shortly. It should be a pretty unique car.

Ride Height mock ups - The goal was to get this car sitting low with larger tires than most are runing on their 2nd gens. We really like the way a 20" x12" wheel with a 28" tire looks under the back of these cars. Front will be either an 18" or 19" x 10" with a 295 tire. We were able to get a ride height of 3.75" at the front of the rocker and 4.5" at the rear of the rocker. This thing just looks bad a$$ sitting there!


(The car had already been primed and the fenders painted when we received it. All of this will eventually be re-done.)

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Chassis/703.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Chassis/704.jpg

Here are a few shots of the completed chassis. This is part of our new Fast Track chassis line up. We are building vehicle specific chassis for 1st and 2nd gen Camaro's, 62-67 Novas, 64-71 Mustangs, challenger/'cuda, Chevelle/GTO/A Body and a few others.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Chassis/701.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Chassis/702.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Chassis/694.jpg

[70rs]

SWEET!!! Thanks a lot for starting this thread. Subscribed!

What is involved in getting that chassis under the car? Does the entire floor have to come out and be rebuilt differently?

[coolwelder62]

Great looking project.Can't wait to see more.:thumbsup: Scott

[Roadster Shop]

Body on the completed 2nd Gen Camaro chassis

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12754.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12643.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12641.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12756.jpg


Mock up LS motor instaleld

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture14885.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture14883.jpg

[Roadster Shop]

Because of the shape of the floor on the 2nd gens, this chassis does require fabricating a new main floor section in the car. The rear rails will follow the stock trunk floor so that can be used from the package tray area back, along with a stock gas tank. We are going to go with a different route for the tank so we fabbed a new center section of the trunk floor in this car.

The crossmember is designed so you can fab a dropped floor in the car which will keep the driver seat low like the original floor and give you plenty of head room.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture088.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture13804.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture100.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture13802.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture13240.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture13243.jpg

[extralight]

Will love following this build. Any target date for completion? Looking forward to seeing the FAST chassis on the road/track.

[Roadster Shop]

Wheel tubs were fabbed to clear the 345 rear tire. We also fabbed complete outer wheel houses to get the tires out closer to the edge of the 1/4...more on that in a minute.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12991.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture14892.jpg

Cool shot of the trans mount we fabbed up.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture13255.jpg

[rwhite692]

Dang....That is one sweet looking setup...nice work! :hail:

[Roadster Shop]

We widened the top section of the quarters to again get the wheel/tire out closer to the lip of the quarter. When we sat the car this low with such a tall tire, it ended up hitting the body unless we moved the tire inboard 2-3 inches. That made it look like a bad pro-street job, so we started to work.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12645.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12652.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12655.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12758.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12888.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture12990.jpg

[Roadster Shop]

This is probably one of those things that most people will never notice when it is done... but everyone would have noticed if it wasn't done.

In the end it is hard to tell that the quarters were altered at all. Here are some "down the side" shots of the car once the work was completed.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture14889.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture14895.jpg

Hey Marty, I made sure the back ground on this one was blurry so you couldn't see the "other car" that we are working on across the aisle!:unibrow: :rofl:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture14893.jpg

[RPM HOTRODS]

Nice work guys as always. Its going to look killer with a 20 in the rear.

[70rs]

Thanks for all the detailed info. I appreciate it.
The quarter treatment is really cool. Great solution for the tire issue.

So I'll take one chassis as shown, floor pan as shown and trunk floor as shown. I'll let you know just as soon as I hit the lotto numbers to pay for it....:D

Amazing work!

[killer67]

Quarter work is sick :thumbsup: I like the 28's back there

[Conrad283]

:hail: Looks awesome

[Roadster Shop]

Will love following this build. Any target date for completion? Looking forward to seeing the FAST chassis on the road/track.

No target date yet. We are really just getting started on this build and there are still a lot of decisions still to be made and a ton of work ahead of us.

[coolwelder62]

TOTALLY AWESOME!!!!.This is going to be really fun seeing the process.:thumbsup:

[73CPCAMARO]

Beautiful fabrication work. The frame work looks very nice and the stance is awesome. Great job on the quarters and wheel house! Thanks for posting and I will be watching :drool:

[tones2SS]

Wow, another home run guys. AMAZING is an understatement.
Keep us posted on this killer build. Thank for posting.:thumbsup:

[mild2wild]

Awesome work as usual guys!

[Ricochet]

Once again - Phenomenal work! :thumbsup:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

I guess the race is now officially on....:yes: the floors and quarters look awsome

[RPM HOTRODS]

Did you say RACE!!!!!!!!

[Roadster Shop]

2nd Gen's and Mustangs... Its on! :beavis:

Is this a race to get the cars completed, or actually running them on the track? I think I'll be faster on the track since we are running a rear sway bar on our car.:unibrow:

[syborg tt]

Okay I deserved this comment and it's about dang time you posted up some pictures of this beast.

So it looks like i am going to need to bring my spy camera with me the next time i visit

Hey Marty, I made sure the back ground on this one was blurry so you couldn't see the "other car" that we are working on across the aisle!:unibrow: :rofl:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture14893.jpg

[RPM HOTRODS]

Didn't you build our Mustang Chassis????

[Roadster Shop]

Curt I was including you in that race as well.... You are off to a head start. That mustang looks sick. Post some pics on here already!

[Roadster Shop]

Okay I deserved this comment and it's about dang time you posted up some pictures of this beast.

So it looks like i am going to need to bring my spy camera with me the next time i visit

I don't know if the camare will get by the new airport security system we installed for guys like you. :lol:

[formula98]

Hey Marty, I made sure the back ground on this one was blurry so you couldn't see the "other car" that we are working on across the aisle!:unibrow: :rofl:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture14893.jpg

Hey is that a mini truck across the aisle!

[Rybar]

Very nice build, the chassis looks killer and nice job on the 1/4's and tubs. :thumbsup:

[DOOM]

I like the Boze Forge Mesh wheel you have on there!!:thumbsup: Are those the wheels your going to use for the build??? I'm using the same wheel for my 69 ,,,,,

[66LS7]

Great looking 2nd gen Phil.:thumbsup:

[formula98]

AWESOME Build. Subscribed........:thumbsup:

[65 347]

Here are a few shots of the completed chassis. This is part of our new Fast Track chassis line up. We are building vehicle specific chassis for 1st and 2nd gen Camaro's, 62-67 Novas, 64-71 Mustangs, challenger/'cuda, Chevelle/GTO/A Body and a few others.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Chassis/701.jpg




Nice build! Any more info on the mustang chassis?
Mike

[rocketman]

Thats bad ass, love the sutle 1/4's

[BadA** SS]

thats pretty B.A. set up you guys have come up with ready to see more updates...how much does something like that suspension usually run?? for a second gen camaro that is

[protour73]

Dammit Phil......why do guys like you, come up with awesome setups like that complete chassis AFTER a guy like me finishes his build??? I've already been watching this one on your website.

Awesome build, looking forward to more progress

[coolwelder62]

Dammit Phil......why do guys like you, come up with awesome setups like that complete chassis AFTER a guy like me finishes his build??? I've already been watching this one on your website.

Awesome build, looking forward to more progress

Scott,Just start another build.:lol: Scott

[protour73]

Scott,Just start another build.:lol: ScottScott, if it were only that easy!!! To tell you the truth, I just can't stop doing stuff to this one!!!

[Roadster Shop]

Scott,Just start another build.:lol: Scott

You beat me to the post on this one!

[Roadster Shop]

The mustang chassis is currently available. Our web site is being reworked this weekend and should show more info on that today or tomorrow. You can also check out RPM's or Goolsby's web site. Both are building mustangs with that chassis under them.

The base price on either camaro chassis, nova, Chevelle,challenger or the mustang is $15,495. That will be basically as the chassis appears in the first few posts. Brakes and 9" center section are optional. Several coil over upgrades, brake line packages, and rear suspension upgrades are available. We do a 4-bar, triangulated 4-bar, or 3-link for the rear. A HD 9" with 31 spline axles is standard, but we also offer a few options there including a full floater.

Shoot me a pm or email if you have any other questions.

-Phil

[coolwelder62]

Scott, if it were only that easy!!! To tell you the truth, I just can't stop doing stuff to this one!!!

Scott, just sell your current project,Then you have all the time and dough to build that new car.:lol: :thumbsup:Scott

[70rs]

I love this build. Any updates Phil?:thumbsup:

[Roadster Shop]

It has been a while since I posted anything on this build, but we have been back on it making some progress and thought it was time to share some updates. There are more pictures on our web site if interested.

The 430 cu/in SBC showed up from Nelson Racing Engines earlier this fall and made quite a splash in the shop. It is a pretty insane piece of machinery and should look just right under the hood of this 2nd Gen.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture20256.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture20251.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture20249.jpg

[RS_Customs]

Wow! Very nice work on the turbo setup.

Robert

[Roadster Shop]

Once we had the motor and were able to determine where it needed to go in the chassis to have room for the turbos and everything to clear, we were able to continue on the floors, firewall, etc...

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220192.jpg

The fire wall is relatively simple in this car as we felt the motor should do most of the talking.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220345.jpg

Fabbed up a transmount with integrated exhaust ports. The plan is to run the exhaust directly under the driveshaft to minimaze the space it will take up in the car, and not have anything hanging below the car at the same time.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture219595.jpg

We made the exhaust ports split apart to eliminate an extra set of exhaust flanges and make the exhaust easier to drop out of the car if needed.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture219587.jpg

Exhaust in place
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture219663.jpg

[Roadster Shop]

Then fabbed the trans tunnel and drive shaft tunnel around everything.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220187.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220191.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220198.jpg

Completed floor and tunnel all welded up.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220365.jpg

[GregWeld]

:hail: :bow: :hail: :bow: AWESOME!

[coolwelder62]

:hail: :bow: :hail: :bow: AWESOME!What he said.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[strtcar]

Looks great, its a shame that floor will get covered with carpet (i assume).

[radrambler]

OH YEAHHHHHHHHHHH
:thumbsup:

NICE WORK

Tom

[Ron in SoCal]

Next to Jason's, that's the sickest floor I've ever seen. :yes:

[Track Junky]

Then fabbed the trans tunnel and drive shaft tunnel around everything.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220187.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220191.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220198.jpg

Completed floor and tunnel all welded up.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220365.jpg

WOW!! That is amazing work!! :hail:

[WSSix]

Inspirational. Love this build

[waynieZ]

It looks like you used a million ton press and stamped it out of one piece.
Incredible!
When I think of the little problems that perplex me on my build this makes me feel dumb as a stump :willy:

[scottysimp7]

That floor is of the CHAIN! Beautiful work. :hail:

[scottysimp7]

That floor is off the CHAIN! Beautiful work. :hail:

[Roadster Shop]

Thanks everyone! Really appreciate the great responses. :thumbsup: We were very happy with the way the floor turned out. There is some final welding to do and it will be wrapped up and on to the next area. The roll cage was also started yesterday so I should have some additional progress pics on that later in the week.

Thanks again!

[tones2SS]

Great, great work.

[onelapduster]

I take it that the bumps where the floor and tunner meet is where the exhaust will be run?

[Swain]

I wouldn't even put carpet in their. Maybe just one seat :thumbsup:

Work of art..

[coolwelder62]

Then fabbed the trans tunnel and drive shaft tunnel around everything.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220187.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220191.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220198.jpg

Completed floor and tunnel all welded up.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220365.jpgWere these floor pan's ordered from the GoodMark catalog.I can't seem to find them anywhere in there.

[Richio1]

How do you cover that up? It will be a shame to cover that in dynama and carpet. Like with Jasons, just clear coat it and run a la naturaal.

Beautiful!!!!!:D

[70rs]

How do you cover that up? It will be a shame to cover that in dynama and carpet. Like with Jasons, just clear coat it and run a la naturaal.

Beautiful!!!!!:D

X2! Very nice!

[Roadster Shop]

Were these floor pan's ordered from the GoodMark catalog.I can't seem to find them anywhere in there.

The floor is on page 27-1/2. You just have to look hard to find it!:unibrow:

How do you cover that up? It will be a shame to cover that in dynama and carpet. Like with Jasons, just clear coat it and run a la naturaal. Beautiful!!!!!:D

Thanks. Knowing us, there will be an equal amount of time that goes into laying out the Dynamat so all labels are positioned properly and seams are all alligned! Then we can cover both with carpet! That is the great part about this site. We can showcase some of the things that generally wouldn't be seen when the car is completed.:thumbsup:

I take it that the bumps where the floor and tunner meet is where the exhaust will be run?
Yes, the exhaust runs along the sides. There is a picture earlier in the thread showing the exhaust inplace before the floor was fabbed.

[Roadster Shop]

Here are a few progress shots on the roll cage. The goal was to keep it really tight to the body and as out of sight as possible from the outside of the car.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220471.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220470.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220466.jpg

[Roadster Shop]

We also final mounted the front end this week. Nothing really special, just good to see it take shape again.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220473.jpg

The NRE engine looks so good in there!
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220475.jpg

[tones2SS]

Great stuff guys!

[70rs]

That cage looks awesome. Nice and tight to the body.

[WSSix]

So how do you guys plan to finish the interior with the cage so close to the body? Are you going to be able to use a typical panel or come up with something else? I've always wondered how to balance having a cage out of the way but still have room to get panels and roof in place.

[carlmb]

Basically same question as above. I am in the process of installing a cage in my Mustang and was wondering how you finish (paint?) the cage when it is that tight to surrounding panels. Thanks

[Roadster Shop]

So how do you guys plan to finish the interior with the cage so close to the body? Are you going to be able to use a typical panel or come up with something else? I've always wondered how to balance having a cage out of the way but still have room to get panels and roof in place.

A cage like this will not work with any factory interior panels. On a build like this we will have the upholstery shop make all of the interior panels and fit them around the cage. It is tricky to do and not the most fun, but it makes a big difference in the final product when the cage is tucked tighter to the body and not as visible.

Basically same question as above. I am in the process of installing a cage in my Mustang and was wondering how you finish (paint?) the cage when it is that tight to surrounding panels. Thanks

Again, this is difficult to do. It just takes a lot of prep time and a lot of attention to how you are spraying to make sure that everything is getting covered and there are not any dry spots.

[INTMD8]

Damn fine metal work! Thanks for the pics.

[GregWeld]

Phil -- To weld on that did you have to remove the top or open up a porthole?

Super nice work - as usual! There is nothing but the finest coming out of your shop! :hail: :cheers:

[elitecustombody]

A cage like this will not work with any factory interior panels. On a build like this we will have the upholstery shop make all of the interior panels and fit them around the cage. It is tricky to do and not the most fun, but it makes a big difference in the final product when the cage is tucked tighter to the body and not as visible.


Phil, why not build a cage tight up against the body and have upholstery shop make trim panels that cover the cage completely?That ways it's out of sight.

[Kendall Burleson]

The fit is killer well done Guys:bow: :bow: :bow:

[Roadster Shop]

Phil -- To weld on that did you have to remove the top or open up a porthole?

Super nice work - as usual! There is nothing but the finest coming out of your shop! :hail: :cheers:

Thanks Greg. No holes cut in this one, just a really good TIG welder with a ton of experience building cages


Phil, why not build a cage tight up against the body and have upholstery shop make trim panels that cover the cage completely?That ways it's out of sight.

We have been planning that on another project that has been underway for some time already. It will give it more of a street car look, but still have the function of a full cage.

[Roadster Shop]

Damn fine metal work! Thanks for the pics.

The fit is killer well done Guys:bow: :bow: :bow:

Thanks. SHould have more updates in a few days with the rest of hte cage and some other metal work.

[WSSix]

Thanks Phil. I'll keep my eyes out to see how you guys end up handling the interior.

[Autokraft]

Looking good as always Phil :thumbsup:

[shaun8541]

We also final mounted the front end this week. Nothing really special, just good to see it take shape again.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220473.jpg

The NRE engine looks so good in there!
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220475.jpg



What is up with the 66 Fastback in the background? I would love to see a Roadster Shop Mustang!!!

[Roadster Shop]

What is up with the 66 Fastback in the background? I would love to see a Roadster Shop Mustang!!!

The Mustang in the background is actually a 65. We purchased the car to design our new Fast Track Mustang suspension components around. Now that all of the suspension work is completed, there aren't further plans for the car at this point.

[Roadster Shop]

The roll cage is just about wrapped up on the car. A few areas need final welding and it should be completed. A few people asked how we weld the bars when they are that tight to the body, so I shot a few pics as Dave was working on it today. He has become a bit of a contortionist.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220429.jpg

Not bad getting a guy that is 6'2" in the trunk of a 2nd gen and still being able to work the pedal on the TIG!
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220457.jpg

[Roadster Shop]

Here are a few other shots of the cage further along.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220464.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220411.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture2204231.jpg

[coolwelder62]

Very cool.When I went to finish welding the roll cage in my 72 camaro.I got in the trunk and got stuck.My wife had cut me out.:lol:

[tones2SS]

Amazing work.

[Roadster Shop]

We just got the car off the chassis table and on the ground at ride height for the first time on its suspension with the correct sized wheels and tires. It just looks mean!

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220517.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220528-1.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220509.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220506.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220504.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220530.jpg

[skatinjay27]

That looks like pure trouble!! Soo sick!

You taking notes rodger? Thats the angle us regular guys are used too! Lol

[strtcar]

Looks great love the flat hood.

[ironworks]

Looks awesome. Are you going to paint it orange?

[brownz]

Looks sick!!! That wall of cars kills me every time :thumbsup:

[56pickup]

Looks super bitchin guys! :thumbsup: Wheels and ride height look awesome!

[GHOSTDANCER]

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :bow: :bow: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220528.jpg

[waynieZ]

The car looks great I really like the way you did the rear quarters. :thumbsup:

[WSSix]

Talk about a super low ride height. It looks fantastic!


What is that car on the other side of the clear garage door?

[70rs]

F me! Wow!

[coolwelder62]

The stance is spot on!!.But the frt. tire's need to be wider.

[Musclerodz]

Talk about a super low ride height. It looks fantastic!


What is that car on the other side of the clear garage door?looks like it is a FF GTM version 2.

[Roadster Shop]

Thanks everyone. The stance on this car is just pure bad ass. It is basically the same ride height as the Innovator and the C1RS, sitting right about 4" at the front of the rocker. With the low roof line this car looks much lower though.

The stance is spot on!!.But the frt. tire's need to be wider.
It has a 275 on a 10" rim now for mock up (Our standard mock up rims laying around the shop). The back spacing on the fronts is way off and they need to come out quite a bit. The rears can come out slightly. We are looking at a 305 or 315 for the front. This is the first time the car has been at ride height with wheels on it so we still have to measure out what will fit and work the best.


Talk about a super low ride height. It looks fantastic!
What is that car on the other side of the clear garage door?


looks like it is a FF GTM version 2.

Sorry for the teaser shot, I really didn't notice it in the picture until it was just brought up. I've had to edit a lot of pictures because it was in the background, but missed this one apparently. That car can't be "seen" until it is completed this summer. All I can say is that it is a complete 1-off carbon fiber body and definitely not a Factory Five GTM.

[214Chevy]

.... All I can say is that it is a complete 1-off carbon fiber body ...

WTF!! Complete carbon fiber body. :wow: :wow: C'mon man...give us a real teaser shot. If we have to wait until the summer we need like 1,000 pics then.

[Sandbagger]

WTF!! Complete carbon fiber body. :wow: :wow: C'mon man...give us a real teaser shot. If we have to wait until the summer we need like 1,000 pics then.

Dont make me come over there ...,Cmon on how bout a few pics .
Wont tell nobody .

[coolwelder62]

That great.These cars need wide tires.:thumbsup:

[WSSix]

Oooops sorry to bring notice to it. I thought it was a McLearen F1 at first. By all means, take the pic down and edit it so as to not get in trouble with the customer.

I'm glad you guys think you can still get a wider tire up front. That's the only "bad" thing about a second gen. The bodies are so sloped out to the edge that it's difficult to go very low and have a tire close to the outside edge. Too many times it looks like the body is hanging over the edge. Like the thing has muffin top or something. :yes:

I agree Scott, these cars need wide tires. That's why I'll be going with your front subframe whenever I get around to build a 2nd gen. A 315 front just screams mean. :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220506.jpg

The money shot right there!
Man, that looks amazing! Great job.

[Kendall Burleson]

look great good job:hail: :hail: :hail:

[HOLOHAN'S HOT ROD SHOP]

spot on! Nice job guys

[GregWeld]

I'll get shot for saying it --- but that is SO MUCH MORE BAD ASS THAN ANOTHER '69 !

[sidewayz71]

I'll get shot for saying it --- but that is SO MUCH MORE BAD ASS THAN ANOTHER '69 !

:thumbsup: I will shoot you a big thumbs up! Second Gens need high end aftermarket lovin' too.:thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

I'll get shot for saying it --- but that is SO MUCH MORE BAD ASS THAN ANOTHER '69 !

Where's my slingshot...:cool:

[Cris@JCG]

Look at all that ground clearance! My favorite build going on @ the Roaster Shop!

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220509.jpg

[DOOM]

Where's my slingshot...:cool:

Ron I thought he was my friend to! I'm lookin for mine..:D

[Roadster Shop]

I'm staying clear of the 1st Gen vs. 2nd Gen fight! Aim all slingshots, guns, knives, etc... at Greg Weld.

Thanks Gonzo, The chassis was designed so that everything would be tucked up inside of it. The frame rails and front crossmember will be the lowest point. That gives the ability to have a low ride height with out any clearance issues of things hitting under the car.

Thanks for the support from everyone else!:thumbsup:

[70rs]

I'll get shot for saying it --- but that is SO MUCH MORE BAD ASS THAN ANOTHER '69 !

I totally agree!

[Roadster Shop]

A little more progress on this build. unfortunately it isn't the cool, exciting stuff. This was supposed to be a solid, original car that was just primed before the owner purchased it. Well, it was solid if you consider gallons of bondo and fiberglass "solid". So, the last week has been spent on fixing poorly repaired rust.

While finishing the cage, we noticed some fiberglass in the bottom of the windshield area. That was ground out to find this.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220388.jpg

The entire top of the cowl and dash was removed and has since been blasted.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220414.jpg

There were a few areas in the bottom of the cowl sides that needed more attention as well.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220428.jpg

When we started lining up the doors, we found that the driver door was packed with mud.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220453.jpg

That door wasn't salvageable so we re-skinned it. the passenger door wasn't as bad and we were able to metal finish it out.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture220549.jpg

There were a few other small spots around the car that needed attention. We would normally blast the car down to bare metal before beginning any work, but were told that the car was in perfect condition, and just primed to prevent rust. We took the guys word and never really looked into anything too closely to inspect it until now, and found a few surprises.

[70rs]

That sucks. I'm glad you found it all. This level of build really should not include gallons of bondo.

[214Chevy]

That sucks. I'm glad you found it all. This level of build really should not include gallons of bondo.

True....:yes: :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes: :yes:

[Roadster Shop]

We were waiting for a few more sheet metal pieces to come back from the media blaster and acid dipper. Now that the fenders and hood are back, we were able to final assemble the front end.

With the low ride height the tires ended up coming really close to the hood hinges and inside portion of the fender. So, that area was removed and the hood hinges were moved back to gain the necessary room. The Ring Brothers were nice enough to send down a set of hinges for us to mock up the hood with to make sure that everything still functioned properly when relocated.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture2214021.jpg

Fabbing new inner fenders is the next step.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture2213991.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture221401.jpg

[Roadster Shop]

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture221402.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/2nd%20Gen%20Camaro/Picture221399.jpg

[Sieg]

That stance has major attitude!

[syborg tt]

Really 5 Pictures - that's it

You suck !!

ps I am going driving up there and take a bunch of pictures :rofl:

[ma73z]

:faint: holy crap, that's just bad ass!

[tmadden]

Man it looks great in metal alone. That is sweet!!

[coolwelder62]

Guy's it look's Awesome.Would you like me to go see the man and have a talk W/ him about the condition of the body under the primer.:_paranoid

[tones2SS]

:faint: holy crap, that's just bad ass!

^^This.

[GregWeld]

Phil -- Tell me about the yellow tape... longer lasting than the green? Easier to peel off after a couple months? Paint friendly? Thicker so more protective?

[Autokraft]

Looks great Phil :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Wow it looks awesome even without paint. I'm interested in why the yellow tape too.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Wow it looks awesome even without paint. I'm interested in why the yellow tape too.

the yellow tape is made for use on metal and leaves less residue when removed. not sure about time durability.

nice work guys. phil, how far is that front x member off of the ground?

[Ricochet]

Looks awesome...although would expect nothing less from you guys! As always - you guys nailed the stance!

[Roadster Shop]

the yellow tape is made for use on metal and leaves less residue when removed. not sure about time durability.

nice work guys. phil, how far is that front x member off of the ground?

Vince is correct on the tape. It is less sticky and leaves less residue when removed after time. It is also quite a bit cheaper. No difference on thickness or durability though.

The cross member is 4.5" off the ground. The car is slammed, but has plenty of ground clearance. The front cross member is the lowest point on the car.

[syborg tt]

Vince is correct on the tape. It is less sticky and leaves less residue when removed after time. It is also quite a bit cheaper. No difference on thickness or durability though.

and where would one get the yellow tape ????

[GregWeld]

and where would one get the yellow tape ????

Seriously Marty? You need a personal shopping assistant?

Call your local auto paint supply store.

[70rs]

LMAO!!!!!! Greg.....too funny.



Nice work on the project guys. I really like this one!

[Al Moreno]

I getting the shakes, need an update :willy:

[FETorino]

I getting the shakes, need an update :willy:

What's the big deal it's only been 7 months :_paranoid

[Roadster Shop]

What's the big deal it's only been 7 months :_paranoid

Well, we have this land yacht of a car in the shop called a Torino, you may have heard of it. Anyways, this barge takes up too much room in the shop and we had to push some of the smaller, more common cars outside.

On a more serios note, the car was put on hold for a while some things got sorted out. We should be back on it soon.

[FETorino]

Well, we have this land yacht of a car in the shop called a Torino, you may have heard of it. Anyways, this barge takes up too much room in the shop and we had to push some of the smaller, more common cars outside.

On a more serios note, the car was put on hold for a while some things got sorted out. We should be back on it soon.

Ah come on more fat jokes, the Ford is just big boned. :D

I think you have a secret crush on the big girl. :rofl:

[Hardluck13]

Any updates?

[RS-Chris]

After a pause, time to pick back up on where we left off with this project!

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3831/9127548407_b9d8cf3eaf_b.jpg

Tidying up the front corners:

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3817/9127549357_58beb37dc7_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7292/9127551181_acfce844db_b.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5501/9129765000_92284cdd09_b.jpg

Here is why, we wanted to add openings to the nose of the car to benefit the tubos and add a unique detail to the front.

The rough idea:

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3780/9127555915_a2c1d8af55_b.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5481/9127556277_53f6af7bfd_b.jpg

And the subsequent holes:

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5481/9129803080_ee3d8250da_b.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3773/9127608627_ccec501217_b.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3716/9127609947_1b6bd8a8da_b.jpg

[RS-Chris]

Nice, clean and simple setup on the lower dash :

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3714/9127617127_ec8203deb4_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7353/9127616653_ed90926622_b.jpg

Work progresses on the motor plumbing and engine bay closeout/inner fender:

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3668/9129834952_23e71ca5cf_b.jpg

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2807/9129836856_2b6aa4a61b_b.jpg

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http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2875/9128242235_e5f2c4ba4f_b.jpg

[coolwelder62]

Just Amazing!!!!!!!.I love how you can get smooth bare metal look during Fabrication.Stance is Perfect.

[tones2SS]

Wow. Awesome stuff guys. I agree with that stance, great!

[WSSix]

Looks great! Don't cover up the turbos and piping too much though. I love being able to see the piping. It's very function over form to me.

[waynieZ]

Very Nice!

[Rick D]

Very nice, any plans to modify the hood?? Just looking for some ideas to take!!:thankyou:

[takid455]

Great job on the fab work. Looking at the fastening of the inner fenders raises the question of ' Are they easily removable to access hidden components?' Seen many builds with fancy sheet metal inner fenders that cover up lots of mechanicals. How does this allow one to fix those parts if needed?

Not picking on this build , but the inners are fastened in a wedge form with flanges holding them and and the turbo piping locking them in on the front side. At least that how it appears. Would it be better for the inners to bolt to the flanges vs the flanges bolting to them?

Yes, factory inner fenders rarely need to be removed, but they dont cover or hide much except for the blower motor on 2nd gens.:censored:

Again, not an attack but merely a curiosity I have.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Great job on the fab work. Looking at the fastening of the inner fenders raises the question of ' Are they easily removable to access hidden components?' Seen many builds with fancy sheet metal inner fenders that cover up lots of mechanicals. How does this allow one to fix those parts if needed?

Not picking on this build , but the inners are fastened in a wedge form with flanges holding them and and the turbo piping locking them in on the front side. At least that how it appears. Would it be better for the inners to bolt to the flanges vs the flanges bolting to them?

Yes, factory inner fenders rarely need to be removed, but they dont cover or hide much except for the blower motor on 2nd gens.:censored:

Again, not an attack but merely a curiosity I have.

Nice observation.

But factory wells do more than hide the blower motor. They provide a secondary support for the fender and a third support for the hood when shut, not to mention keeping road grime, rocks from hitting the underside of the fender and engine.

My 2 cents, may not reflect RS...but
Most builders and designers like to convey a consistency starting with the body and in this case the 275 Ferrari inspired round feel of the body. This consistency will flow everywhere, interior, trunk and under hood.

Addressing the removable panels. When you have custom paint going on a vehicle the last this you want are panels that have to be pryed, squeezed or forced on. The easier a panel is to remove finish and install the more efficient the build will be. It also provides more hiding places for brake and other components like electronic. Not to mention it just looks cool.

Keeping a car build unique is close to impposible these days. It only takes 2 design pieces to make or break a build. Incredible as always.

[FETorino]

Well, we have this land yacht of a car in the shop called a Torino, you may have heard of it. Anyways, this barge takes up too much room in the shop and we had to push some of the smaller, more common cars outside.


Good to see you guys putting all that new found room to good use. :thumbsup:

I was hoping the time off was being used to find an AL big Block to stuff in there.

[65 347]

Saw the camaro when you had it at pheasent run in March, and it looked awesome!

Mike

[broken1234]

Anything new here? Cool car!

[streetbird]

The front split spoiler will be amazing.
Very like the stance of the car

[214Chevy]

I love the profile and stance of this car. It gives a whole new meaning to "sitting pretty."

[Roadster Shop]

Anything new here? Cool car!

We have accomplished a lot of work on this car since last posting. We will put together pictures and post them up today or tomorrow. Thanks for following the build!

[RS-Chris]

Pic time!

Fabbing the dual fuel tanks and install:
(35.5 Gal total - 24.4 Pump gas and 11.1 for the good stuff)

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5330/9128248161_9eda18f317_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/9130460142_c24b30f952_b.jpg

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http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2816/9341382183_6080726682_b.jpg

[RS-Chris]

Couple of overall shots:

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5337/9341453937_30c5d5df79_b.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5322/9341455633_176b0056c4_b.jpg

We also created the intercooler/cooling system just below where the sway bar sits:

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3777/9341430813_2788b51936_b.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3783/9344377898_ec214f6e16_b.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5337/9344240130_fa30aa9ff0_b.jpg

[Sieg]

Wow! The engineering is impressive on this one. :thumbsup:

[groovyjay]

Looks like another winner coming up! :confused59:

[NOPANTS68]

man that is wicked.

[tones2SS]

Wow. Love that cooling system set up. Great idea guys!

[coolwelder62]

Wow! The engineering is impressive on this one. :thumbsup:X2:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[ccm399]

Very Very cool! I really like the Intercooler work!.

[preston]

I've always been extremely careful spec'ing out internal fuel tank hose, using only the hose specifically SAE rated for fuel immersion, and was under the impression that none of the retail style aeroquip/earl's etc. braided or otherwise hose was appropriate. That just looks like standard push on hose like you can buy at Summit or wherever. Can you tell us what brand/spec blue hose that is ?

Nice job laying out the fuel sump and pickups and stuff, but of course I assume RS would be top notch.

[INTMD8]

Pic time!

Fabbing the dual fuel tanks and install:
(35.5 Gal total - 24.4 Pump gas and 11.1 for the good stuff)



Staged injection? Looks very nice!

[RS-Chris]

I've always been extremely careful spec'ing out internal fuel tank hose, using only the hose specifically SAE rated for fuel immersion, and was under the impression that none of the retail style aeroquip/earl's etc. braided or otherwise hose was appropriate. That just looks like standard push on hose like you can buy at Summit or wherever. Can you tell us what brand/spec blue hose that is ?

Nice job laying out the fuel sump and pickups and stuff, but of course I assume RS would be top notch.

Thanks.

It is Aeroquip hose, rated for immersion. Same stuff Fuel Safe uses.

[Torq'd Design Lab]

I enjoyed looking at this project when I was up there last month!! Its looking good!!

[67XR7]

Awesome work once again!!!

[broken1234]

Any updates?

[waynieZ]

That fuel cell is awesome.

[GregWeld]

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5337/9344240130_fa30aa9ff0_b.jpg




I'd have built the fans to drop out the bottom so they could be serviced easily if they needed to be. :hello:

[Roadster Shop]

I'd have built the fans to drop out the bottom so they could be serviced easily if they needed to be. :hello:

When you start lowering your consulting fees maybe we will start using you!:G-Dub: :lol:

Either way it is a few bolts and the fan comes right out.

[Roadster Shop]

Any updates?

We will throw a few more pics up tomorrow. Been doing a lot of the little detail work in the engine compartment, fabbing the exhaust, and finishing up all of the loose ends before going to body work.

[GregWeld]

When you start lowering your consulting fees maybe we will start using you!:G-Dub: :lol:

Either way it is a few bolts and the fan comes right out.



Good one!!



It was hard to tell the clearance from the anti-roll bar...



That build is fantastic BTW!!

[coolwelder62]

:hail: :hail:

[broken1234]

Very cool... keep 'em coming...

[syborg tt]

We will throw a few more pics up tomorrow. Been doing a lot of the little detail work in the engine compartment, fabbing the exhaust, and finishing up all of the loose ends before going to body work.

Well it's today and I'm bored !!!!:warning:

[RS-Chris]

Some progress update pics:

Received our custom ordered gauge set from Speedhut (with 200MPH speedo of course, boost gauge not pictured)

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3701/9576584599_b99e104dfa_b.jpg

Work continues on the motor plumbing, intake etc. Mock up of the revised intake for the Nelson plenum: The intake will span from ahead of the radiator core, rearward to the regular intake opening. The roughed out profile pieces you see will be machined from aluminum with a rubber bellow connection the same profile as the ends you see here.

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2829/9576595947_415d73ddf1_b.jpg

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On the underside, fab work begins on an air scoop to maximize airflow.

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3737/9579391942_feccccc697_b.jpg

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Underside shot:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7339/9579430368_c634848d9f_b.jpg

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Im liking the new intake run for the Nelson intake...can't wait to see the steps to make it happen. :popcorn2:

[Al Moreno]

:hail: :hail: :hail: nough said

[protour73]

.....ummmmm........WOW :cheers:



On the underside, fab work begins on an air scoop to maximize airflow.

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3737/9579391942_feccccc697_b.jpg

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[coolwelder62]

WOW!!!!! That's just about as COOL as it GET!!!!!!!!.

[Rick D]

Very nice as aways! Like Scott said WOW!

[214Chevy]

Got damn!! (please excuse my language) :king:

[tmadden]

Got damn!! (please excuse my language) :king:


DITTO!!!

[glassman]

I'll triple that, WOW! Every aspect of that metal work is just off the charts. cant wait to see more progress.

[tones2SS]

Amazing work.

[bhcustomdesigns]

Awesome build!!!

[dave96dcm]

I have a kinda dumb question but I gotta ask, what do you use when cutting cutouts like next to the headlights on the body? A air powered reciprocating saw? Cutoff wheel? You just have such clean edges and nice cuts I'm curious your method.

[waynieZ]

I love your work!

[anthony byram]

This things AMAZING! The work on this Camaro is just excellent! You guys have some real talent!:thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

I have a kinda dumb question but I gotta ask, what do you use when cutting cutouts like next to the headlights on the body? A air powered reciprocating saw? Cutoff wheel? You just have such clean edges and nice cuts I'm curious your method.



I know you asked RS === but I thought I might help you thinking thru a "cut out" like this.....

I'd make a template (paper) of what I thought I wanted...


I'd tape it on the area and stand back and live with it for awhile....


If I decided it's what I wanted -- and AFTER I'd thought thru all the things it would entail - such as "what's behind" -- "whats going to interfere" -- "what needs to be moved/relocated" etc....Then I'd proceed in taping securely after squaring up and making sure they were spot on for location - and being plumb etc on both sides...


Then I'd mark where I needed to use my Haugen Roto Broach - and what size I needed to make the 4 "corner radiuses"....

I would then proceed to tape a straight line to connect each of the 4 (now 4 round holes).... corners and use a cut off wheel to make that cut -- or perhaps a body saw... or maybe even make a larger "rough cut out" in the piece and then trim with a hand tin sip if I could get to the work (might need to use -- left - right - and straight snips).

Then I might clean up the edges with a good old fashioned hand file -- or a 3M disc on a couple different air tools....

In other words ----- to do work like this takes lots of planning ---- skills ---- and tools.... and there may be no two guys that would do it exactly the same way.


:D

[illmatic96ss]

plain and simple wow , any pics of the renderings of the future interior ?:bump:

[dave96dcm]

Thanks Greg. That's kinda what I was assuming.

[$mike70Z28]

WOW!!! very nice A+A+A+ nice to see more 2nd gens

[RS-Chris]

Thanks for all the props! :thumbsup:

Couple more additions, fabrication of the lower split spoiler wings:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7460/9688364646_ab138a5fd0_b.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3798/9685879273_67b6d36aaa_b.jpg

And the making of the louvered intake pieces for the nose:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7364/9688307420_0b8366885f_b.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3777/9685071589_d4541dbd23_b.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5520/9685068585_048bec59b4_b.jpg

[preston]

Looks great - how do you get inside those boxes to smooth down the louver welds ? Is the main weld done underneath so you can't see it (if so then why tack them on the top visible side ?)

Always eager to understand how the pros do it.

[broken1234]

Any progress?? Maybe it's done and going to SEMA? ;-)

[dave96dcm]

Was this at sema?

[Bakaruda]

I love the Gen II cars. Sweet ride would love to see more of the build.

[Zanie]

Was this at sema?

Nah, if it was; it would have won some awards, like all three trucks RS brought this year.
:D

[RS-Chris]

Any progress?? Maybe it's done and going to SEMA? ;-)

Was this at sema?

I love the Gen II cars. Sweet ride would love to see more of the build.

Not really anything new yet on this one - we had a lot going on the last few weeks!
I'll post more once there are new pics!

[The T-man]

this is inspiring....
or depressing...hard to decide
JK...I am inspired!:confused18:

[windycitychev]

wow just super sick

[alex n]

What happened to this car, any pics of the completed car?