Lokar 69 Camaro by Goolsby Customs

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Goolsby Customs is proud to announce we have begun the build for Lokar on their 69 Camaro convertible to debut at Sema 2012. We are extremely honored and privileged to be chosen to build a car for such a great company with a tremendous reputation, and look foward to working with many great friends/partners on this project and creating something pretty special.

The talent pool of Ben Hemance was once again tapped to put some ideas on paper and he of course knocked it out of the park once again.
http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/rendering.jpg

Lokar came down and brought us what turned out to be the nicest 1st gen we have probably ever seen ....
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[GoolsbyCustoms]

From the start of this build we knew we wanted to turn to our friends and those "all around great guys" at the Roadster Shop for another one of ther Fast Track Chassis. We have been using several of their frames lately and we have always said how great they were but when we got this chassis in I must say they do build them low, strong ,and fast
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More to come tomorrow ,Thanks everyone

[Rybar]

Wow cool build, I can't believe I read 2 posts in a row with unreal shells to start with? Where are people finding these things :lol:

Does that chassis require the complete floor cut out or how does it install?

[56pickup]

Looks killer Josh! Thanks for posting it over here! Absolutly can not wait to see the finished car next year! :thumbsup: whats are the plans for the motor?

[settintrendz]

Wow!!! That thing is amazingly clean!

[waynieZ]

That looks awesome.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Wow cool build, I can't believe I read 2 posts in a row with unreal shells to start with? Where are people finding these things :lol:

Does that chassis require the complete floor cut out or how does it install?

This car is unreal but I dont know the story on where it came from exactly
The chsssis only requires minimal cuts to the floor, about the size cut you would make for sub-frame connectors and then a hole under the rear seat for the lower four link mounts, and lastly remove the rear sub-frame rails, I will post pics of that shortly

Looks killer Josh! Thanks for posting it over here! Absolutly can not wait to see the finished car next year! :thumbsup: whats are the plans for the motor?

Tyler ,thanks we appreciate it....Now get off the computer and get to work on that ford :D
As far as the motor we had a Mast Ls3 535hp here for a second gen bird we are building ( build thread coming soon) but that customer wants more so that motor will now be going in the Lokar Camaro, so that worked out great

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Here is a few that shows some of the cuts needed for the frame , as well as a little patch panel work

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[Cris@JCG]

Luv what you guys did with the Mustang! Can only imagine how this 69 will look when completed... Great work so far!

[56pickup]

This car is unreal but I dont know the story on where it came from exactly
The chsssis only requires minimal cuts to the floor, about the size cut you would make for sub-frame connectors and then a hole under the rear seat for the lower four link mounts, and lastly remove the rear sub-frame rails, I will post pics of that shortly



Tyler ,thanks we appreciate it....Now get off the computer and get to work on that ford :D
As far as the motor we had a Mast Ls3 535hp here for a second gen bird we are building ( build thread coming soon) but that customer wants more so that motor will now be going in the Lokar Camaro, so that worked out great

Dont worry were working on it! Sounds like a nice motor! :thumbsup:

[settintrendz]

This is exciting. Great work!

[Ricochet]

Congrats on getting to do a build for Lokar! You guys do phenomenal work! The Chevelle and Mustang you did we're stellar! Look forward to seeing this come together.

[Roadster Shop]

That body is in incredible shape! Should be really nice to work on something that is that clean from the start. Rendering came out sick as well. This should be a great build that we are glad to be a part of.

[elitecustombody]

I agree, you guys are so lucky to start with such a clean body. Please post updates on the progress.

[tones2SS]

Great work.
I'm usually not too crazy about convertibles, but this car looks like it's going to be beastly.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Congrats on getting to do a build for Lokar! You guys do phenomenal work! The Chevelle and Mustang you did we're stellar! Look forward to seeing this come together.

Thanks, we are very lucky to have been chosen out of so many great bulders

That body is in incredible shape! Should be really nice to work on something that is that clean from the start. Rendering came out sick as well. This should be a great build that we are glad to be a part of.

Thanks man So glad you guys could do it!


I agree, you guys are so lucky to start with such a clean body. Please post updates on the progress.

Yeah the shape of this body really makes it nice and I got a little back story on it as well, The car was parked in Tuscon for 17 yearsand went up for sale on Ebay , Skip Walls (owner of Lokar) was bidding on the car but had to go out of town and asked Kevin (Skip and Debbies son) to finish it up and by the car,well Debbieand some of the guys at Lokar got together and made some phone calls and bought the car without Skip knowing it and let him believe they lost the auction, Skip went on and on for three weeks how he got screwed out of the cleanest, nicest Camaro yada yada, then on the night of their company Christmas party they had it out front where they surprised him.
Pretty cool story

[kovert]

this shell is way too clean its gotta be a new "dynacorn" or something of the sort !!!

[GoolsbyCustoms]

this shell is way too clean its gotta be a new "dynacorn" or something of the sort !!!

I assure you it is an original:yes:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Here are some progress shots of the doors and trunklid where we are using CTS-V coupe door latches and strikers as well as a GM sedan trunk latch and made our own striker. These latches are power from the factory so that opens up some options for handles , but more importantly they shut and latch amazingly.
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Old latch

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[GoolsbyCustoms]

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[Richio1]

Very cool

[tones2SS]

Great metal work.

[coolwelder62]

Wow!! what an awesome start.RS-Chassis is Top notch.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[56pickup]

:thumbsup: looking good Josh!

[GoolsbyCustoms]

:thumbsup: looking good Josh!

Thanks man ,the ford is looking great as well

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Here is some progress on the wheel tubs
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[waynieZ]

I love your work guys, Awesome!

[1969x11]

You gettin anything outta my boy Heath????

[ironworks]

You gettin anything outta my boy Heath????


OL small hands works at Goolsby? I had no idea.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

You gettin anything outta my boy Heath????
Yeah he gets something done every now and then , and told me to tell you he said hey

OL small hands works at Goolsby? I had no idea.

I had no idea of that name but yeah Rodger he's been here for a few mos. now, and I thank you for that liitle nugget of info , it will come in handy , although I don't think he will be as happy...

[MikePerro]

Good looking work cant wait to see more.

Mike

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Been real busy lately and had the local World of Wheels this past weekend so now its time to get back on the updates


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[srh3trinity]

Pegasus looked good at the show and I liked the c10 too, any build pics of it?

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Stephen, we are doing a photoshoot with the 64 truck in a week or so and will get you some pictures then, as far as the build pics they are up on our website , didnt post them up here because I didnt think they were "Lat G" enough


here is a few more of the camaro showing the raised trans. tunnel,cut out firewall, as well as the frame pockets we did in the floors. The "leg" coming down on the side is where we will extend the rocker to and remove the pinch weld underneath for a cleaner look, thanks everyone and enjoy.


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[56pickup]

Looking good guys!

Anything you guys build is lat g worthy! You guys do some killer work! :thumbsup:


[QUOTE=fbm37;400898]Stephen, we are doing a photoshoot with the 64 truck in a week or so and will get you some pictures then, as far as the build pics they are up on our website , didnt post them up here because I didnt think they were "Lat G" enough

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Looking good guys!

Anything you guys build is lat g worthy! You guys do some killer work! :thumbsup:


[QUOTE=fbm37;400898]Stephen, we are doing a photoshoot with the 64 truck in a week or so and will get you some pictures then, as far as the build pics they are up on our website , didnt post them up here because I didnt think they were "Lat G" enough

Well thanks Tyler we appreciate it ,your coming along nicely on the ford I see

[GoolsbyCustoms]

here is some work we have done to the cowl area

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[HRBS]

Looks good bud !

[tones2SS]

Awesome work.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Thanks everybody,

Here are a few that show a small inlay panelwe did on the tail panel , nothing crazy just a clean little panel ,as well as a few that we took while the car came down off the stands for a bit


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00160-1.jpg

Stock rear panel with Marquez lights , looks good but needed a little something extra

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cut out the area in between the tailights

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then re created the character line that goes around the lights and welded it in

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welded in back panel to create the "box" for the new trim piece to reside

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New trim piece made with a small reveal line in it, the plan is to have this piece plated with the tailights

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[GoolsbyCustoms]

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rear will still come down a bit and front up a tad , but you get the idea I hope

[KPC67]

This car is coming along very nicely:thumbsup:

[Roadster Shop]

Lookin good y'all!

[56pickup]

Looking good guys! Truck looks great also! :thumbsup:

[Rick D]

Very nice, and what an awesome body to start with :thumbsup: Question what size are those rear tires? Keep the pictures coming :cheers: Do you think you will make Sema?

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Very nice, and what an awesome body to start with :thumbsup: Question what size are those rear tires? Keep the pictures coming :cheers: Do you think you will make Sema?

Thanks man, yes the car will debut at Sema, and the rear tires are 335/30/20

[Bowtieracing]

Really nice work, rear panel is awsome!

[fleetus macmullitz]

This car looks really good in bare metal. :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

This car looks really good in bare metal. :thumbsup:

I concur Skip! Looks great with a great stance.
Awesome work.

[Autokraft]

Awesome job on the rear panel. :thumbsup: Car looks great!

[CamaroBill]

Amazing work, very tasteful mods, can't wait to see more.

[R.A.D]

x2........... very nice work

[GoolsbyCustoms]

some updates for you guys!

Rear bumper and lower valance work,

I know there has been a lot of arguing as of late as to which came first the chicken or the....wait who's rear bumper came first or whos idea or what??
Well I will say this, me and Ben Hermance went back and forth on what to do on the rear bumper , because I have always hated how the rears dont even come close to matching the front so its only natural to mimic the front with the sides....lots of things are done the same on cars and its not always "copying"
..I dont know it seems that lately the "trend" has been toward building a modern interpretation of a muscle car etc.... well we are all getting inspiration from all sorts of places, oems ,high end exotics ,etc. ...should we all be taken to the wood shed for copying the rear diffuser off of the latest lambo, or that cool dash from the pagani, or that your has an LS just like mine or that our wheels are round just like yours , etc. I do see both sides and have been in the situation where I see something oddly familiar and say.....Oh cmon! , but you know what , unless you have created a perpetual motion device, hovering capabilities , or auto pilot then its not really "innovative" and is just your take on something that has been done 100 times before in some way or fashion and has had an influence on you wether directly or subconsciously ... Thats why we have so many builders if we all make our own tweaks... In the end all of us are doing what we love to do working on cars , not curing cancer , so lighten up ,if its all stress all the time then get a real job ... its a lot more profitable , just not as mutch fun
sorry for the rant heres some pics

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The weatherproof pressure pad in the bumper is the trunk release

[214Chevy]

I know there has been a lot of arguing as of late as to which came first the chicken or the....wait who's rear bumper came first or whos idea or what??
Well I will say this, me and Ben Hermance went back and forth on what to do on the rear bumper , because I have always hated how the rears dont even come close to matching the front so its only natural to mimic the front with the sides....lots of things are done the same on cars and its not always "copying"
..I dont know it seems that lately the "trend" has been toward building a modern interpretation of a muscle car etc.... well we are all getting inspiration from all sorts of places, oems ,high end exotics ,etc. ...should we all be taken to the wood shed for copying the rear diffuser off of the latest lambo, or that cool dash from the pagani, or that your has an LS just like mine or that our wheels are round just like yours , etc. I do see both sides and have been in the situation where I see something oddly familiar and say.....Oh cmon! , but you know what , unless you have created a perpetual motion device, hovering capabilities , or auto pilot then its not really "innovative" and is just your take on something that has been done 100 times before in some way or fashion and has had an influence on you wether directly or subconsciously ... Thats why we have so many builders if we all make our own tweaks... In the end all of us are doing what we love to do working on cars , not curing cancer , so lighten up ,if its all stress all the time then get a real job ... its a lot more profitable , just not as mutch fun
sorry for the rant heres some pics


AMEN to that brother!!

[Al Moreno]

WHAT THE F.......that looks just like the Ring's Razor, LOL. JK, looks awesome. You guys are doing a great job! :thumbsup:

[Ketzer]

some updates for you guys!

Rear bumper and lower valance work,

I know there has been a lot of arguing as of late as to which came first the chicken or the....wait who's rear bumper came first or whos idea or what??
Well I will say this, me and Ben Hermance went back and forth on what to do on the rear bumper , because I have always hated how the rears dont even come close to matching the front so its only natural to mimic the front with the sides....lots of things are done the same on cars and its not always "copying"
..I dont know it seems that lately the "trend" has been toward building a modern interpretation of a muscle car etc.... well we are all getting inspiration from all sorts of places, oems ,high end exotics ,etc. ...should we all be taken to the wood shed for copying the rear diffuser off of the latest lambo, or that cool dash from the pagani, or that your has an LS just like mine or that our wheels are round just like yours , etc. I do see both sides and have been in the situation where I see something oddly familiar and say.....Oh cmon! , but you know what , unless you have created a perpetual motion device, hovering capabilities , or auto pilot then its not really "innovative" and is just your take on something that has been done 100 times before in some way or fashion and has had an influence on you wether directly or subconsciously ... Thats why we have so many builders if we all make our own tweaks... In the end all of us are doing what we love to do working on cars , not curing cancer , so lighten up ,if its all stress all the time then get a real job ... its a lot more profitable , just not as mutch fun
sorry for the rant heres some pics



Very well put.
Let the craftsmanship speak for how the idea was carried out, not argue over who thought of it first.


Jeff-

[KSBRKTRACER]

Very well put.
Let the craftsmanship speak for how the idea was carried out, not argue over who thought of it first.


Jeff-

I second this ..............

[tones2SS]

Great stuff guys. Keep up the great work.

[srh3trinity]

Nice and clean.

[BBC71Nova]

Very nice guys. I'm gonna have to drag myself down there one day and check these projects out firsthand :).

[GoolsbyCustoms]

John , you keep threatening that but I've yet to see you, c'mon down:D

[garickman]

Love the work you guys do, camaro looks great!

[orangevert]

some updates for you guys!

Rear bumper and lower valance work,

I know there has been a lot of arguing as of late as to which came first the chicken or the....wait who's rear bumper came first or whos idea or what??
Well I will say this, me and Ben Hermance went back and forth on what to do on the rear bumper , because I have always hated how the rears dont even come close to matching the front so its only natural to mimic the front with the sides....lots of things are done the same on cars and its not always "copying"
..I dont know it seems that lately the "trend" has been toward building a modern interpretation of a muscle car etc.... well we are all getting inspiration from all sorts of places, oems ,high end exotics ,etc. ...should we all be taken to the wood shed for copying the rear diffuser off of the latest lambo, or that cool dash from the pagani, or that your has an LS just like mine or that our wheels are round just like yours , etc. I do see both sides and have been in the situation where I see something oddly familiar and say.....Oh cmon! , but you know what , unless you have created a perpetual motion device, hovering capabilities , or auto pilot then its not really "innovative" and is just your take on something that has been done 100 times before in some way or fashion and has had an influence on you wether directly or subconsciously ... Thats why we have so many builders if we all make our own tweaks... In the end all of us are doing what we love to do working on cars , not curing cancer , so lighten up ,if its all stress all the time then get a real job ... its a lot more profitable , just not as mutch fun
sorry for the rant heres some pics

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00221-1.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00225.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00223.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00232.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00235.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00247.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00242.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00244.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00249.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00262.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00265.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00266.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00268.jpg


The weatherproof pressure pad in the bumper is the trunk release

After seeing this, Im just going to take my ball and go home!!!

Amazing work guys!!!!!!

[frankv11]

Very well put on the rant :thumbsup:
And as far as the metal work I'm just speechless but keep the pictures coming.

[DOOM]

Josh you guys keep knocking it out of the park!! I'm going to start a new tag on my signiture of stolin ideas I'm going to have to add you now...:D

[Crystalss]

Thanks man, yes the car will debut at Sema, and the rear tires are 335/30/20

Amazing work! Could you tell me what size lip the wheels have in front and rear. I like the look of a decent lip in front when the rear is so deep. "that sounds funny". The trunk release is an awesome idea. Can't wait for more updates.

Herman

[eric36]

Cant wait to see this finished!

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Josh you guys keep knocking it out of the park!! I'm going to start a new tag on my signiture of stolin ideas I'm going to have to add you now...:D

Thanks a lot and we would be honored to be on that list, :D


Amazing work! Could you tell me what size lip the wheels have in front and rear. I like the look of a decent lip in front when the rear is so deep. "that sounds funny". The trunk release is an awesome idea. Can't wait for more updates.

Herman

The wheels that are on there in those shots are mockup wheels, but are close to the offsets that we will be running in the end, front is 9" wide with a 5.5 BS and the rear is a 12 with a 5.2 BSthis gives you roughly 5" of lip in the back and 2.5" to 3" lip in the front , final BS on the front will come in around a 1/2" to give more tire clearance when turning, hope that helped a litttle

-Josh

[syborg tt]

Josh,

I love your Rear End I am sure you spent alot of time at the gym working on it. I just hope Ben and you weren't working out together.

lol - no serious it looks awesome !!!!

Ben - Love your Renderings

[Crystalss]

The wheels that are on there in those shots are mockup wheels, but are close to the offsets that we will be running in the end, front is 9" wide with a 5.5 BS and the rear is a 12 with a 5.2 BSthis gives you roughly 5" of lip in the back and 2.5" to 3" lip in the front , final BS on the front will come in around a 1/2" to give more tire clearance when turning, hope that helped a litttle

-Josh

Yes, that helps, and Ill say it again... Awesome Build!

Herman

[BBC71Nova]

Josh,

I love your Rear End I am sure you spent alot of time at the gym working on it. I just hope Ben and you weren't working out together.

lol - no serious it looks awesome !!!!

Ben - Love your Renderings

HA :rofl: And then Josh wonders why I haven't been down for a visit.

For those interested there are a few more pics here:

Goolsby Customs Lokar '69 Camaro (http://www.goolsbycustoms.com/news/lokar-69-camaro/)

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Josh,

I love your Rear End I am sure you spent alot of time at the gym working on it. I just hope Ben and you weren't working out together.

lol - no serious it looks awesome !!!!

Ben - Love your Renderings

You guys have a different way of saying things than we do down here.....:_paranoid :D thanks though , I think

HA :rofl: And then Josh wonders why I haven't been down for a visit.

For those interested there are a few more pics here:

Goolsby Customs Lokar '69 Camaro (http://www.goolsbycustoms.com/news/lokar-69-camaro/)

Now I know what it is.. HAHA , thanks man

[Northeast Rod Run]

definitely a cool looking project

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Time for some updates, here we smoothed out the underside of the trunk
http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00272.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00273.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00276.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00275.jpg


And here is what we did with the quarter gills

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00293.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00295.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00300.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00302.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00304.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00305.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00307.jpg

[GoolsbyCustoms]

And here is the spoiler , nothing crazy just real clean and and appropriate

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00280.jpg



http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00289.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00286.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00287.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00319.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00318.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00317.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00316.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00314.jpg

[Swain]

Killer work guys. :thumbsup:

[jy211]

Killer work guys. :thumbsup:

X2 :thumbsup:

can you snap a side shop of the spoiler? :unibrow:

[Cdr.Instigator]

Wow... amazing work!:thumbsup:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/Luis1/Sig.jpg

[Al Moreno]

I'm loving this build :hail: ! I think I might steel some ideas, LOL :thumbsup:

[56pickup]

Looking awesome guys! I love the subtleness!

[tones2SS]

Killer work guys. :thumbsup:

^^What Jay said. Looks awesome.

[waynieZ]

Very Nice, it came out nice.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

I'm loving this build :hail: ! I think I might steel some ideas, LOL :thumbsup:

Looking awesome guys! I love the subtleness!

^^What Jay said. Looks awesome.

Very Nice, it came out nice.

Thanks everyone its is a quite a task to try and do something "unique" and attractive yet not spoil the classic lines of the 69, but I think its coming out quite nice

[DOOM]

Josh your killing me bro!!! The quarter panel vents are bad azz!!!!:hail:

[mild2wild]

Nice work.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Want to give a special thanks to C&R Radiators (http://www.crracing.com/) for the spectacular unit they sent us for the camaro it has integrated oil and power steeing coolers as well as their Nascar core , along with the dual 11" fans . This thing is outstanding and their staff is just as amazing.

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00313.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00311.jpg


Also on the list to thank is the guys at Billet Specialties for the awsome black Tru Trac front drive as well all the other cool items they have sent over

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00310.jpg



work has also begun on the inner fenders and heres a little peek of the direction were headed on those, its a shame to hide that awsome Roadster Shop suspension , but long gone are those Mini Truck days of open tires or trailer fenders so we have no choice :lol: hope you all enjoy


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00326.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00323.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00332.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00328.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00329.jpg

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Josh your killing me bro!!! The quarter panel vents are bad azz!!!!:hail:

Ha Ha well you dont have permission to use them .... because you will change your mind anyway :rofl:

[tmadden]

Great work!! impressive

[R.A.D]

nice work on those inner fenders. are you gonna finish stitch welding them?

[FETorino]

work has also begun on the inner fenders and heres a little peek of the direction were headed on those, its a shame to hide that awsome Roadster Shop suspension , but long gone are those Mini Truck days of open tires or trailer fenders so we have no choice :lol: hope you all enjoy




http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00328.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00329.jpg

Those look very clean. How mad at me will you be when I ask someone with talent to copy that inner fender design?:_paranoid

[FETorino]

That radiator will never work in this application.

If it was a superspeedway core I'd agree. Is that what you are referring to there won't be enough flow unless you are going 200 mph:question:

[Flash68]

That radiator will never work in this application.

Is this not the same C&R unit that's in Mike Maier's Mustang? He has a single fan by comparison.

[Vegas69]

Having two heat exchangers in a radiator with so much slow speed operation concerns me. The fans are pretty small as well. Gorgeous work by the way!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

but its a Nascar core, second fan works with AC should be fine. Thicker skin Goolsby, awesome work man. Im going to copy that inner fender. :thumbsup:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

but its a Nascar core, second fan works with AC should be fine. Thicker skin Goolsby, awesome work man. Im going to copy that inner fender. :thumbsup:

Not a big deal should have re worded it, as far as the fenders thanks we take that as a compliment , and wiil post some more progress this week , I am really liking how there shaping up

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Those look very clean. How mad at me will you be when I ask someone with talent to copy that inner fender design?:_paranoid

Im afraid these might be over the head of those "talented" people you speak of, there are some super duper top secret ways of accomplishing such a task!:lol: :lol:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Time for an update on the underhood work , got the gas tank mounted , and some other things as well, Enjoy and see yall in Columbus

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro220.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro222.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro224.jpg

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http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro226.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro228.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro240.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro237.jpg

[GoolsbyCustoms]

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro241.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro243.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro253.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro252.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro246.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro248.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro260.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro261.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro251.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro234.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro232.jpg

[tmadden]

Bad azz........

[Roadster Shop]

Nice work. Looks sick!

[Rick D]

Very nice really diggin the underhood treatment!! :thumbsup:

[Hotrod1]

WOW. How many hours, days, weeks, months,....went into that? Just beautiful. I would like to see a build on just that!

[waynieZ]

Wow Very nice!!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

very nice work....i should have re worded it. If I had the skill I would copy that. LOL

What do you use to take down the welds so flush in the corners? Cone sanders?

[56pickup]

Looking killer guys ! I love the inner fender panels!

[DOOM]

OKAY JOSH! You can stop now!!:wow:

[Garage Dog 65]

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro241.jpg


Beautiful execution and craftsmanship !!!

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Jim

[bentfab]

WOW ! That's some good stuff right there.:thumbsup:

Mark

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Thanks everybody for the compliments, Vince on the corners we use a variety of roloc discs, or flap discs to get into those corners

[ChuckDriver]

That's some amazing work for sure!

[IMPALA MAN]

If you have ever met these guys they are some really cool guys. The talent they have shows in their work. In speaking with them, you would never guess they do what they do. They are really down to earth guys.
Just when you think you've seen it all, just check out one of their projects. Great work guys!

[garickman]

Outstanding:hail: :hail: :hail:

Speaking of amazing builds, are you still working on the 2nd gen firebird? I saw some pics on your website and just wondered if you had a build thread for it.

[Amituk]

Incredible metal work guys.

You have given me some real inspiration for my project.

I am hoping to match the level of details in this build.. but we will see what I achieve :)

Amit

[BBC71Nova]

Wow at that engine compartment. Awesome look.

So since this car is for Lokar what cool new parts are they incorporating? :unibrow: I heard they may be coming out with some trick oversized billet pedals?

[Amituk]

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro241.jpg

Where is the brake master cylinder (dont know what you US guys call it)

[FETorino]

Where is the brake master cylinder (dont know what you US guys call it)

Fancy pedals is my bet. Either some Tilton or Wilwood pedals. Reverse Swing style with the cylinders inside the firewall or some floor mounts.

http://www.wilwood.com/Images/PEDALS/pedal_Photos-large/340-3342-lg.jpg

[T_Raven]

Holy crap, love that engine bay. Very impressive ideas on this one

[kengi1600]

sweet:thumbsup:

[Rols574]

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00268.jpg

The weatherproof pressure pad in the bumper is the trunk release

Couple of questions for you guys. Will the trunk release be something controled from a remote? also i love this idea, I wanted to delete the keyhole myself and this would be a great answer instead of having a trunk release button next to the seat or hidden in the glove box.

My dilema is i cant find this part! i searched "weatherproof pressure pad" and got something completely different. any help with directing me to the actual part name, brand or part number is greatly appreciated.

I also have tons of questions on how u deleted the bumper mounts but i dont want to be too much of a pest

Thanks

[Amituk]

Rols,

Most modern cars have them now.

Take a wonder through a parking lot and find a shape that suits. Then order from main dealer :)

Here is one from a BMW

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=110910316705&cmd=VIDESC&index=4&nav=SEARCH&nid=34693320978

[Amituk]

Fancy pedals is my bet. Either some Tilton or Wilwood pedals. Reverse Swing style with the cylinders inside the firewall or some floor mounts.

http://www.wilwood.com/Images/PEDALS/pedal_Photos-large/340-3342-lg.jpg

I think with that much power, I would prefer boosted brakes but I guess pedal box would work.

[Rols574]

Rols,

Most modern cars have them now.

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=110910316705&cmd=VIDESC&index=4&nav=SEARCH&nid=34693320978

yeah, i know. my 2008 altima had it i tried searching for request/release, which is what Nissan calls it, and nothing. Also tried rubber trunk button, nothing. Tried weatherproof rubber button and nothing. thats why i was asking for the exact name or part number.

By the way did you ever solve the rear difuser/license plate issue?
lol yeah that was me on FB.

[elitecustombody]

Couple of questions for you guys. Will the trunk release be something controled from a remote? also i love this idea, I wanted to delete the keyhole myself and this would be a great answer instead of having a trunk release button next to the seat or hidden in the glove box.

My dilema is i cant find this part! i searched "weatherproof pressure pad" and got something completely different. any help with directing me to the actual part name, brand or part number is greatly appreciated.

I also have tons of questions on how u deleted the bumper mounts but i dont want to be too much of a pest

Thanks


Looks like Tahoe/Escalade hatch glass release button.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Sorry for the delay on responding to you guys its been crazy the past few days whit debuting the 32 roadster at Columbus and a few photo shoots we did as well up there , but the show went awsome and the trip back went smooth so Im back in the groove again so thanks everyone

If you have ever met these guys they are some really cool guys. The talent they have shows in their work. In speaking with them, you would never guess they do what they do. They are really down to earth guys.
Just when you think you've seen it all, just check out one of their projects. Great work guys!

Wow what a huge overexaggeration of us on both accounts! ...LOL Thanks Greg your too kind

Outstanding:hail: :hail: :hail:

Speaking of amazing builds, are you still working on the 2nd gen firebird? I saw some pics on your website and just wondered if you had a build thread for it.

We got back on the second gen at the first of the year after we pulled off to do a few other things for the same customer, Ben did an awsome rendering but the customer isnt ready for me to let that out as of yet but , gonna be cool car,... should be at Columbus next year we will see

Wow at that engine compartment. Awesome look.

So since this car is for Lokar what cool new parts are they incorporating? :unibrow: I heard they may be coming out with some trick oversized billet pedals?


I have no idea how you heard such a thing and I will neither confirm nor deny the possibility of a new parts line dropping at SEMA along with the debut of their camaro..... wow that sounded like a politician....:unibrow:

Couple of questions for you guys. Will the trunk release be something controled from a remote? also i love this idea, I wanted to delete the keyhole myself and this would be a great answer instead of having a trunk release button next to the seat or hidden in the glove box.

My dilema is i cant find this part! i searched "weatherproof pressure pad" and got something completely different. any help with directing me to the actual part name, brand or part number is greatly appreciated.

I also have tons of questions on how u deleted the bumper mounts but i dont want to be too much of a pest

This actual button came from a 2010 chevy Cruz out of the trunk release that is mounted in the tag light panel, should be readily available from your local chevy dealer part number 95474098. On the mounts the factory bumper mounts were re worked a little then welded to the back side of the bumper and the bumper bolts to the car just like factory with the exception of the exposed bolts on the outside, hope that helps .

Thanks

yeah, i know. my 2008 altima had it i tried searching for request/release, which is what Nissan calls it, and nothing. Also tried rubber trunk button, nothing. Tried weatherproof rubber button and nothing. thats why i was asking for the exact name or part number.

By the way did you ever solve the rear difuser/license plate issue?
lol yeah that was me on FB.

lol yeah I think we got that worked out

[srh3trinity]

I saw some pics of the '32 on Facebook, it looks awesome. This 69 is going to look great too.

[dug]

do you have any pictures of the inner fenders from the outside? As if you had the wheel off and were taking pictures from that direction? I'm curious if you still have the custom inner fenders bolt anywhere to the outer lip of the fender like the stock ones do (at least on my chevelle thats how they do it).

[RK305zak]

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/lokarcmaro220.jpg



beautiful build you guys have going on..anybody know howyou make those grooves/designs on the metal? have always wondered.. thanks in advance

[214Chevy]

..... anybody know howyou make those grooves/designs on the metal?

With a bead roller and you have to be very, very good at it. For that type of design work and quality, I'd say an expert almost.

[BuiltByBrooks]

Very nice work!!

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Well we have been tooling away on the Lokar camaro and have been slowing down on the updates prior to Sema , but heres a few more to let everyone know what we have been up to , as well as give a sneek peak of a few new products you might see debuted in addition to the car! , There is also a few shots in there from a shoot our good buddy John Jackson from NotStock Photography (http://www.notstockphotography.com/index.php?splash=1) did for us , some really cool stuff, Enjoy .. there might not be many more until Sema :unibrow:




http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00333.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00334.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00338.jpg

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00343.jpg

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[DOOM]

Josh... WOW bro it just keeps getting better you guys are true masters!!:hail:

[sokoloka]

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00374.jpg

Looks absolutely AMAZING!!
What wheels are those?

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Josh... WOW bro it just keeps getting better you guys are true masters!!:hail:

Thanks man , we appreciate, but someone can be a "master" at a multitude of things ...some not good :lol:

Eric, The wheels are from Nutek (http://www.nutekwheels.com/) from their concave series , real nice stuff and great to deal with they have built us several sets lately

[GoolsbyCustoms]

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/lokar%20camaro/Image00353.jpg


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[cashed]

Looks like this is going to be a killer 69!

[Boss 5.0]

Looking great! I haven't seen anything on this car that I didn't like. Great design and execution.

Glenn

[67ragtp]

Killer metal work, Please tell us who's wheels they are, perhaps your design?

Beautiful car!

Rich

[waynieZ]

Awesome job!

[redfire69]

Great design and awesome metal work! :thumbsup:

[gearheads78]

That is so sinister looking. Great metal work.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Killer metal work, Please tell us who's wheels they are, perhaps your design?

Thanks
The wheels are the 710 from Nutek http://www.nutekwheels.com/c-6-concave-series.aspx they have a platinum center with brushed nickel hoops that we had Advanced Plating do, to match the other bits on the car we are having done as well. We are a dealer for Nutek so if anyone is ever interested just give us a call.

Beautiful car!

Rich

Awesome job!

Great design and awesome metal work! :thumbsup:

That is so sinister looking. Great metal work.

Thanks again for all the kind words on the design as well as the metal work , Lokar has been beyond amazing to work for and its exciting to see it getting a good reception for them. The compliments on the metal work is extremely gratifying to the guys in the shop who are putting their blood,sweat and tears into these projects , so on their behalf I thank all of you guys for the compliments. There is amazing talent all over this board and for someone to take the time to post something means a lot to some small timers from Alabama.

[Rybar]

Those wheels look awesome, and very nice job on the entire car so far. :thumbsup:

[srh3trinity]

I was over at the courthouse getting a car tag the other day and I was very tempted to run by the shop and see this thing in person. Time didn't allow it, but I am glad I get to keep up with it here on the board and on FB.

[frankv11]

wow this thing is ridiculous I like how everything is different but subtle

[fleetus macmullitz]

wow this thing is ridiculous I like how everything is different but subtle


X2. :cool: :thumbsup:

[FathomGreen69]

What can one say, but "wow!". I thought Ben put together an incredible rendering, but to see the metal work coming to life, is simply amazing. Awesome job gentlemen. :hail:

[GRob]

Forget the paint just clear coat as it sits now. Looks bad ass.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

I was over at the courthouse getting a car tag the other day and I was very tempted to run by the shop and see this thing in person. Time didn't allow it, but I am glad I get to keep up with it here on the board and on FB.
Too bad , but if you were getting a tag I can see how time wouldn't allow Lol!

wow this thing is ridiculous I like how everything is different but subtle
Thanks man we tend to stay on the understated side of things

What can one say, but "wow!". I thought Ben put together an incredible rendering, but to see the metal work coming to life, is simply amazing. Awesome job gentlemen. :hail:
Thanks , Ben did an awsome job ,I hope he approves of the finished product

Forget the paint just clear coat as it sits now. Looks bad ass.
I would love to but doubt we could talk Lokar into that :D

[Al Moreno]

Metal work on this car is second to none. Can't wait to see it at SEMA! :hail:

[sokoloka]

I need to learn how to work a bead roller... and then get myself one! Love this car more every time I see it.

[fesler]

Sick car guys looks sick

[windycitychev]

I've been following this build on FB sick craftsmanship love it

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Well its only a couple days away before we can post up the rest of the build shots of Lokars camaro , but we wanted to remind anyone that will be at SEMA this week that Tuesday at 11am at Lokars booth#23275 we will be unveiling the car for the first time and would love everyone to come by and say hey and check out the car , here is a few cruel teaser shots :D

http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/Image00202.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/Image00201.jpg


http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx311/joshfbm37/Image00200.jpg
all loaded up and ready to head out see you all soon

[DOOM]

Guy's....... I gotta tell ya. You did it again!!!!!! This car was absolutly stunning.:faint:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Thanks Mario we really like it and we're pleased with everyone's response, and most importantly Lokar loved it. I will post up some finished shots tomorrow for everyone

[frankv11]

Saw it , that thing has to be seen in person to Apreciate it.
I walk away about 3 times and just kept finding something new every time.

[56pickup]

Camaro Turned out awesome Guys! I was very very impressed and loved every bit of it! Sorry I didnt get a chance to come back over by you guys. :thumbsup:

[settintrendz]

Love the car guys! Great job as usual. We too went back a few times to take it in.

[Royalworks]

Thanks Mario we really like it and we're pleased with everyone's response, and most importantly Lokar loved it. I will post up some finished shots tomorrow for everyone

It's tomorrow! :yes:

[214Chevy]

It's tomorrow! :yes:

I know, huh...and has been since 12 midnight. PICS, PICS, PICS!!!!!!!!:willy: :willy:

[KSBRKTRACER]

I know, huh...and has been since 12 midnight. PICS, PICS, PICS!!!!!!!!:willy: :willy:




YAH ..........WHAT HE SAID ............PICS PLEASE.......!!!!!!!:bow:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

here is a link to an article HotRods website did, http://blogs.hotrod.com/red-hot-cherry-69-camaro-from-lokar-sema-2012-39991.html
take a look they did a great job, our pictures will be up tomorrow

[214Chevy]

FLAWLESS!!:hail: :hail:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

On behalf of Lokar and Goolsby Customs we would like to thank all of the great companies and friends that helped make this build possible, the process and the outcome were truly some of the best times we have had.
I know this is just "another 69" but we are pretty pleased with it


here are some "ok" pics for now, the good ones still have not made it yet so this is it for now

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[RicerwannaB]

Absolutely beautiful work!

[tmadden]

Elegant and great color!!

[fleetus macmullitz]

Certainly not "just another '69". :D

Looking forward to seeing some great pics of it. :thumbsup:

[214Chevy]

Just plain nasty!!:drool: :drool:

[MHORTON79]

Those wheels are sick.:thumbsup:

[BBC71Nova]

Congrats. Awesome execution guys! Very nice build.

M&M continues to impress with their interiors too. That looks great!

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Thanks everybody we had a blast with this one

John thanks and your right M and M continues to put smiles on our faces. Let me know if there is anything we can help you with

[Al Moreno]

Great job to everyone involved. This was a BEAUTIFUL car!

[FathomGreen69]

Congrats on a beautiful job! Amazing build! The color in the pics is stunning, I can't imagine how good it must look in person. Oh and for those of us who believe that the 1969 Camaro is the best looking car ever made, there is no such thing as "just another '69".

[Boostable]

Late to the party, but WOW... the metal work is second to none! Did you guys design the new dash as well, or adapt something else to fit?

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Late to the party, but WOW... the metal work is second to none! Did you guys design the new dash as well, or adapt something else to fit?

Thanks , the dash we built out of aluminum and M and M did their leather and suede magic on it

[waynieZ]

Beautiful car! Awesome job.

[Boostable]

Thanks , the dash we built out of aluminum and M and M did their leather and suede magic on it

Good to know, I am looking for fabricate something similar for my current 69 project and your dash is the closest I have seen to the design I sketched out. At least I have an idea of how it should turn out now.. Fantastic work!

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Just found out that the Lokar Camaro was chosen as the 2013 Muscle Machine of the Year. What a tough group of finalist cars, we are very honored to have a car selected, and so thankful to Skip and Debbie for this opportunity, and everyone that helped with this build.

https://www.good-guys.com/?p=6641&option=com_wordpress&Itemid=220


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[EBMC]

Congrats guys! well done:thumbsup:

[DOOM]

VERY well deserved guys!!!!!!:trophy-1302: :king:

[tubbed69]

VERY well deserved guys!!!!!!:trophy-1302: :king:

I agree,great build

[glassman]

Congratulations from over here as well. As you know, i was honored to drive next to it all last week!
One of my favorite 69's......:cheers:

[Al Moreno]

Congrats, this Camaro definitely pushed the envelope on the side on innovation and creativity! :king:

[waynieZ]

Awesome! Congratulation's

[214Chevy]

Yes....very well deserved like others have said. You guys earned it. This car is beautiful.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Congrats to all who helped make it happen. :thumbsup:

[coachwinbush]

love the car, door handles are grade a

[64pontiac]

Beautiful car, well deserving of all the accolades. Awesome job guys!

[Hdesign]

Meh, it's ayeeet.....LOL. Great job guys! Well deserved and thanks again for letting me help.