Rad Rides By Troy Building a 70'S Nova ....

[NOVA]

Finally a Big Time builder doing a 70'S style Nova .... ::hail: To Rad Rides :thumbsup:

[98ssnova]

let the games begin this is gonna be good

[69Nova]

I cant wait to see it.

[Flying Scotsman]

I'm looking forward to this! :woot:

[Hdesign]

This should be good!

[Diognes56]

Can't wait to see it :) .

David

[G-Body]

What year is he building? cant wait to see it!

[NOVA]

What year is he building?

A 70 Nova

[MarkM66]

Have they started yet? Pics? Rendering?

[96z28ss]

:ttiwop:

[NOVA]

They have started, no pics (yet)
rendering was done a year ago but the owner does not want to post right now, and they have made some paint scheme changes.
someone will have some photos sometime I am sure!
there is nothing on radrides web site either.

Have they started yet? Pics? Rendering?

[G-Body]

Cant wait ecs. builing a nova i have had my 72 for only a few years now and it has gone through alot of subtle mods aswell cant wait to see what troy will do i loveeeeee his work and attention to the fineist details well i agree pics are always good heres a few of mine to throw in always love to see novas lets see moreeeee

[wickedridz]

i agree!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! pics!!!!!!

[notorious1970]

Heres what I posted in Protouring.com. My dad is the owner of the 70 Nova at rad rides.

Update!

Got a few pictures from today.
Here you can see the floor of the car. Floor is perfect except for the very front of it. This picture shows the floor after Jared welded in a new small panel.
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This is showing how clean this car really was. Here are some parts off of the front of the car.
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One fender had a small patch put on it about 3"X3" and the other one was perfect with zero rust.
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Finally, here is a picture taken down the side of the car. All original panels. You will notice all of the marker lights are shaved off, this is the same on the front fenders. Also the stubs that hold the trim are also removed and filled.
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Baer brakes should be in any time soon and the throttle body came in via ups while we were there today. Still working on the rear suspension (DSE stuff). Enjoy!
-derek

[XcYZ]

Cool, thanks for the pics, Derek. :thumbsup: I'm looking forward to seeing it come together. With Troy working on it, it's going to be bad ass.

[TravisB]

Keep the pics coming......I want to see more of this thing its going ot be killer

[Bandit Ls-1]

thats one clean car, cant wait for more pics.

[syborg tt]

so whatever happened to the original Nova

[Blake Foster]

I know this is not really the appropriate place to ask this question but i am going to anyway.
Is this going to be a Full no Rad Rides Build?
what is the time frame for the completed project
how is the invoicing structured
how do they "Estimate" the cost or do they even ask?

the reason i ask ( and if you want to respond in a PM ) is we also build these types of cars and i am very curious as to how different shops handle these things

[notorious1970]

so whatever happened to the original Nova

Its still down there at the shop I believe.

killer69- I dont really know the answers to your questions. This is my fathers car and so hes taking care of that stuff on his own.

All I know is... it is going to be one nasty street car!
-d

[Tim Baillie]

Blake, I emailed Troy one time asking the same thing and all I got back was $55 or $65 a hour, no quote.......

[notorious1970]

Anyone been down to the shop to see the nova??

[builder69]

car should be nice especially using Detroits subframe, great choice in product

[TravisB]

Marty has been there

[syborg tt]

car should be nice especially using Detroits subframe, great choice in product

I was very impressed with this piece.

[notorious1970]

Originally Posted by builder69
car should be nice especially using Detroits subframe, great choice in product

The rear suspension is also DSE with the Coilovers. Also mini tubbed with DSE pieces. The front subframe is engineered really well. Its no nonsense and all business.

[builder69]

wonder what the cost of the nova build will be coming out of there? I wonder if this is a budgeted project. :faint: Can't wait to see it, will it be at SEMA?

[Smack_talker]

Cant wait to see the finshed product. I'm sure it will be killer like troy's other build. You lucky #$^%&&^*)(_)__*&^%^%%$:thumbsup:

[notorious1970]

Not sure if it will make its way to Sema. Though that would be pretty fun! Last years show, Troy had a little bit of everything spread out in 4 booths. Our Nova is similar to the '66 chevy (hurricane) build so we'll have to see.

[NOVA]

Can you ask and see if they want to build another Nova right behind yours? should be a little cheaper since they'll have everything dialed in just getting yours done? be ALMOST like assembly line work!:lol:
So has Thrash master showed you guys any paint schemes yet?:thumbsup:

[notorious1970]

Can you ask and see if they want to build another Nova right behind yours? should be a little cheaper since they'll have everything dialed in just getting yours done? be ALMOST like assembly line work!

Haha..Yeah shoud be cake after doing my dads car. Jareds going to know that thing in and out by the time its done.

Mr. Bob hasnt shown us any ideas for painting yet but I think Troy still has that Rogan paint job in the back of his mind. :thumbsup: So time will tell. There is also one part of Rogans car that never actually made it on the cuda. It has been lurking around the engine bay of ours. Its large and it says "race only" on it. Thats all im sayin. :hail:

[TravisB]

Haha..Yeah shoud be cake after doing my dads car. Jareds going to know that thing in and out by the time its done.

Mr. Bob hasnt shown us any ideas for painting yet but I think Troy still has that Rogan paint job in the back of his mind. :thumbsup: So time will tell. There is also one part of Rogans car that never actually made it on the cuda. It has been lurking around the engine bay of ours. Its large and it says "race only" on it. Thats all im sayin. :hail:


it was a blower of some sort.....procharger I think. I really dig the paint scheme they didn't use on the sick fish.

[notorious1970]

Heard some of the Camaro guys stopped by the shop. If so what did you think of the Nova thus far?

As of last week the tail lights where being fitted. This proved to be more work than originally thought. The problem is that Novas have a slight curve to them in the back. So you are trying to fit a straight light in a surface that is slightly curved. Rear bumper was also cut up in a bunch of places and refitted. Now its only protruding out of the body line about a 1/2 inch. All of the gapping has just about been complete. Once the rear end is complete the front will be the final part of the body work. The brakes finally arrived as well. They are baer 6 pistons with "rad rides" inscribed on them. They are massive, something like 15" front 14" rear. Check this out.

http://www.radrides.com/home.php

Later!
Derek

[ron w]

I went to Troy's while on the power tour the nova is looking great- good luck Ron

[camcojb]

Heard some of the Camaro guys stopped by the shop. If so what did you think of the Nova thus far?

As of last week the tail lights where being fitted. This proved to be more work than originally thought. The problem is that Novas have a slight curve to them in the back. So you are trying to fit a straight light in a surface that is slightly curved. Rear bumper was also cut up in a bunch of places and refitted. Now its only protruding out of the body line about a 1/2 inch. All of the gapping has just about been complete. Once the rear end is complete the front will be the final part of the body work. The brakes finally arrived as well. They are baer 6 pistons with "rad rides" inscribed on them. They are massive, something like 15" front 14" rear. Check this out.

http://www.radrides.com/home.php

Later!
Derek

I'm one of the "Camaro" guys that stopped in. The Nova is going to be awesome. Troys work is incredible.

Jody

[XcYZ]

The car looks great. Not sure why I didn't take any pics of it, I had intended on doing so.

When we were there, Jarod was sectioning the rear Camaro bumper. Looks real clean. :thumbsup:

[Bill Howell]

I got several pictures of it at Troys. I need to resize them before posting. Scott I could send them to you in a zip file, there are some other pictures in the group you would like also.:thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

I got several pictures of it at Troys. I need to resize them before posting. Scott I could send them to you in a zip file, there are some other pictures in the group you would like also.:thumbsup:


Bill send them over to me I'll post them with the one's I took. I e-mail Derik and he said no problem posting the pics.

ps - you don't have to resize them for me i can do it.

[XcYZ]

Cool, Bill. Send them on over to me or to Marty. I'm sure everyone here would love to see them. :thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

just a few pics

http://www.sportmachines.com/albums/70Nova/2007_06_05_030.jpg

http://www.sportmachines.com/albums/70Nova/2007_06_05_031.jpg

http://www.sportmachines.com/albums/70Nova/2007_06_05_032.jpg

http://www.sportmachines.com/albums/70Nova/2007_06_05_033.jpg

http://www.sportmachines.com/albums/70Nova/2007_06_05_034.jpg

[syborg tt]

http://www.sportmachines.com/albums/70Nova/2007_06_05_035.jpg

http://www.sportmachines.com/albums/70Nova/2007_06_05_036.jpg

http://www.sportmachines.com/albums/70Nova/2007_06_05_037.jpg

http://www.sportmachines.com/albums/70Nova/2007_06_05_038.jpg

[CHAZMO1986]

I Have A 71 Ventura With A Nova Front Clip, Anyways, I Really Like The Look Of The 69 Camaro Taillights And The Rear Bumper More Than The Ventura Taillights. I'm Kinda Anxious To See What Is Going To Be Done With All That Extra Space Under The Bumper, This Is Going To Be One Rad Nova, Nice Work.

[Musclerodz]

I wanna know what Troy treats the metal with to keep it looking so good.

Mike

[Garage Dog 65]

Jarrod steel wools it every day as his penance for trying to be a TV star....

:lol:

[buickfunnycar.com]

Wow...looking good!
Love the Camaro taillights & bumper...:yes:

[GHOSTDANCER]

"Jarrod steel wools it every day as his penance for trying to be a TV star...."


That's funny :lol:

[NvrDun71]

Looks Awesome, keep the updates and pics coming. BTW where did the taillights come from, Marquez?

[tones2SS]

WOW!!!
Good work.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[NOVA]

It is looking really Cool, cant wait for the next update!
Has Bob showed you any paint schemes yet?

[notorious1970]

Stopped by the shop quickly to see what was up. As you guys saw the bumper and taillights are in. The area below the bumper has been finished up and looks sinister. The gas tank has also been installed. This required a little bit of work since we didn't want the tank to hang low. You really wont be able to see the tank when you look at the car from the rear. Rocker panels have been lengthened and are completed. Also the steering column is installed. After next week it will be onto the front end of things.

Haven't discussed paint at all. I think the tough part is going to be what style of rims we go with. Any ideas on that??
-derek

[NOVA]

Any news or updates?

[notorious1970]

Rear end is complete. Front end is almost done.

check it out!

[customcam]

thanks for sharing your build with us
We loove Troy around here :hail:

[kennyd]

Stopped by the shop quickly to see what was up. As you guys saw the bumper and taillights are in. The area below the bumper has been finished up and looks sinister. The gas tank has also been installed. This required a little bit of work since we didn't want the tank to hang low. You really wont be able to see the tank when you look at the car from the rear. Rocker panels have been lengthened and are completed. Also the steering column is installed. After next week it will be onto the front end of things.

Haven't discussed paint at all. I think the tough part is going to be what style of rims we go with. Any ideas on that??
-derek


my idea is " let troy pick them " he has the best style in the business !

[novanutcase]

my idea is " let troy pick them " he has the best style in the business !

I can tell you, without a doubt, that that will be one of the toughest decisions you will make for the car!

John

[Stuart Adams]

Looking forward to seeing another cool car from Troy.

[kennyd]

I can tell you, without a doubt, that that will be one of the toughest decisions you will make for the car!

John

never a problem , you just have a commintment(sp) problem

[Musclerodz]

Not sure about the spoiler yet, but the reversed Camaro tail lights are cool. As always Troy's work looks better unfinished than most do with paint on them

Mike

[DCreations]

Man the cars at rad rides keep getting better!!

[NOVA]

Not sure about the spoiler yet

That was my thought exactly, I need to look at that a little more.

[notorious1970]

I thought the same thing as did my dad. The spoiler is so low profile that once its in paint you'll hardly notice it. It really does complete the rear end. Before it was on there the trunk lid was just too much metal. The spoiler breaks it up very nicely.

[Hdesign]

I can't really see what's going on with the lower valence, bumper looks great.

[Flying Scotsman]

I can't really see what's going on with the lower valence, bumper looks great.

I like the thinner bumper too.

Hard to tell but the lower area under the bumper looks like its been smoothed to the body lines with a recess for the license plate.
I see two big openings either side of the license plate area too!
Lookin good!! :thumbsup:

[notorious1970]

Glad everyone so far is liking it. The lower area has been smoothed, cut, grinded...the whole bit. If you look at the rear directly on, you'll see that everything flows into eachother. Notice the circle drawn on the body between the lights for the fuel. The bumper is one of my fav. parts of the rear of the car. Jared did a great job on smoothing the sides into the car.

Heres another one. :willy:

Enjoy!
-derek

[Leadfoot1]

All those Camaro parts and inspirations.....

Would it not be simpler to build a Camaro period?

Nice work tough.

Lead.

[G-Body]

I agree I love troys work but if you want a camaro build one! the nova has such a great looking assend as it is, But can enjoy custom cars as much if not more than the rest ecs if you have seen mine, But i 'll wait and pass judgement when its done becasue Troys always seems to amaze!

[notorious1970]

All those Camaro parts and inspirations.....

Would it not be simpler to build a Camaro period?

But thats not the car my dad had when he was in his 20s! Besides we wanted to have something that chevy would have made had they really sat down and thought about some of the design of the nova. I mean looking at how the original rear lights looked, to me it was a quick throw together on GMs part. Not a really thought out design.

[Hdesign]

All those Camaro parts and inspirations.....

Would it not be simpler to build a Camaro period?

Nice work tough.

Lead.

Not that I don't like Camaros, but they are extremely common. I've always loved Novas, that's why I'm building one as well. I'm glad Derek and his dad wanted to do a Nova since most are done exactly the same. (Grasshopper stance, 15" Weld racing wheels, no trim, stock interior and painted black.) It's one of those cars that gets totally overlooked and has so much potential. What they are doing to this Nova is EXACTLY what I've always thought it needs...those bumpers are twice the size they need to be from an aesthetic perspective. It just so happens that a Gen1 Camaro bumper is a pretty good fit for proportions and look, why re-invent the wheel?

Thanks for that last picture Derek, it's much clearer to see all the work Troy and Jared did.

[Leadfoot1]

Just before this gets out of hand....

I said i like the work! And i love Nova's too, my very first car was a 68 Chevy 2 at 15 and change and i sold my 70 ss last year when i started the Camaro. I also had a 79 Hatchback a few years ago as a DD.

Since Troy can surely build Bad Ass cars i just think he could have tought of something other than a Camaroed Nova, or a recreation of Strope's design.

I LIKE IT STILL!!!!:D and i subscribed to this thread because i want to see it come thru.

I like diversity and even tough i'm building a Camaro, i know, and will admit, everyone has one so its nothing particular, but as everyone should be doing, i build it because i dig it!

No offense intended AT ALL, now back to your regular program....

Lead :cheers:

Oh and i love the car being so clean to begin with.

[ron w]

I saw the car when I was on power tour we stopped by troy's- at first glance all I saw was a great looking car -I don't think 9out of 10 people will make the connection to the camaro -they will just see a great looking hot rod and wish it was in their garage like me.

[LL CUSTOM]

I saw the car when I was on power tour we stopped by troy's- at first glance all I saw was a great looking car -I don't think 9out of 10 people will make the connection to the camaro -they will just see a great looking hot rod and wish it was in their garage like me.

I agree, most folks won't know what is changed and the one's in the know will be impressed with the craftmanship and approach. I am a huge custom body work fan. The more it is changed and tweaked the more I like it. And I believe the biggest compliment that can be made is that they cannot tell what has been changed! because that means you did it right and everything fit's as it should. I think this going to be a fantastic car when it is finished.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
You all have a great day later Larry www.llcustomperformance.com

[ron w]

I agree, most folks won't know what is changed and the one's in the know will be impressed with the craftmanship and approach. I am a huge custom body work fan. The more it is changed and tweaked the more I like it. And I believe the biggest compliment that can be made is that they cannot tell what has been changed! because that means you did it right and everything fit's as it should. I think this going to be a fantastic car when it is finished.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
You all have a great day later Larry www.llcustomperformance.com

larry a while ago you mentioned another forum for streetrods I have not been able to find it can you give the address Ron

[LL CUSTOM]

larry a while ago you mentioned another forum for streetrods I have not been able to find it can you give the address Ron

Ron
There is www.steetrodding.com, not as well organised as this or www.trifive.com site's, but if your into street rods it is still pretty neat. Also there is www.hotrodhotline.com and www.americanrodsandrides.com . hot rod hotline has forums and alot other interesting stories and features. American rods and rides is more about cars and parts and source's but still good info to have. hope this helps. have a great day :thumbsup: Larry

[ron w]

Ron
There is www.steetrodding.com, not as well organised as this or www.trifive.com site's, but if your into street rods it is still pretty neat. Also there is www.hotrodhotline.com and www.americanrodsandrides.com . hot rod hotline has forums and alot other interesting stories and features. American rods and rides is more about cars and parts and source's but still good info to have. hope this helps. have a great day :thumbsup: Larry


thanks larry

[PRO-T PEREZ]

HAVE YOU SEEN THE 1970 NOVA ON THE COVER OF THIS MONTH'S SUPER CHEVY ???

THEY USED ALL CAMARO PARTS ON THIS BUILD.
THE CAMARO REAR DECK SPOILER LOOKS GOOD ON IT.

BUT THE PAINT JOB, I DONT LIKE THE STRIP ON THE HOOD.

IT JUST LOOKS OUT OF PLACE.

BUT IT'S A COOL CONCEPT.

IT HAS A 302 Z-28 MOTOR WITH THE CROSS RAM INDUCTION, HOUNDS TOOTH INTERIOR, CAMARO CENTER CONSOL WITH 4 SPEED & TACH, THE HOOD LOOKS LIKE A 1969 CAMARO COWL INDUCTION.

BUT YOUR DAD'S NOVA LOOKS BETTER THEN THE CAR IN THE MAG & IT'S ONLY IN RAW METAL.

I thought the same thing as did my dad. The spoiler is so low profile that once its in paint you'll hardly notice it. It really does complete the rear end. Before it was on there the trunk lid was just too much metal. The spoiler breaks it up very nicely.

[notorious1970]

I LIKE IT STILL!!!! and i subscribed to this thread because i want to see it come thru.

at first glance all I saw was a great looking car -I don't think 9out of 10 people will make the connection to the camaro -they will just see a great looking hot rod and wish it was in their garage like me.

. I think this going to be a fantastic car when it is finished.

BUT YOUR DAD'S NOVA LOOKS BETTER THEN THE CAR IN THE MAG & IT'S ONLY IN RAW METAL.

Thanks for the comments!

since most are done exactly the same. (Grasshopper stance, 15" Weld racing wheels, no trim, stock interior and painted black.)

Exactly! So true

[NOVA]

time for some photos and updates:yes:

[DCreations]

time for some photos and updates:yes:


Ditto-Sam Wheat

[buickfunnycar.com]

Well....?:rolleyes:

[notorious1970]

Ill see if i can get a picture up here..i know its been a while!
-derek

[notorious1970]

Okay here are 3 pics that I got.
First picture is with the bumper being fitted. What started out as a camaro bumper really cannot be considered one anymore. Its been cut up every which way. Jared is resp. for most of this front end construction. On to the headers, Adam did an excellent job. They have such an incredibly close tolerance to the the frame and the engine. The driver side header just about wraps around the steering shaft. As for the third picture...well you know what a friday night,some beverages and the crew at rad rides leads to. haha..Nova 4 life!

We are visiting the shop right before the joliet, IL goodguys show. Work on a small rollcage has begun and will probably be complete by then. If anyone attends the show be sure to let Troy know about the excitement with this car. It really is a dream for my dad and it shows how bad and sinister our novas can look. This thing is going to look "nasty" in the rearview!

Enjoy! Almost ready for paint!

[notorious1970]

Since I like you guys so much heres one more.
-derek :thumbsup:

[DCreations]

Badass:hail: :hail: :hail:

[MarkM66]

You're putting to much money in a 3rd gen, ;) .

Looks awesome. :thumbsup:

[HRBS]

Almost ready for paint!

Any thoughts on color?
Something subtle I would presume out of Troy.

This is a true testament as to why Troy and his crew are so successful.
The thought process to come up with the idea of blending 1st gen. camaro and 3rd gen nova. Incredible!

[Hdesign]

Looks good Derek, exactly what I thought it would look like. Are you doing a Camaro chin spoiler?

[XcYZ]

Sweet. Keep the pics coming. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[7TSS]

Awesome work. :hail: :thumbsup: Enjoy seeing these updates.

[notorious1970]

Check out the radrides website. They posted some stuff on the homepage.

www.radrides.com

cheers!
-derek :thumbsup:

[TravisB]

looks killer I need to talk to troy at sema and see how they are going ot run the procharger with the front runner........:thumbsup:

The front end looks awesome and like it was meant to be that way I love that about his work

[Bowtieracing]

You really love novas for sure ;) Going to be one of the best ever made.

Did you got one price for all the work or is just by hours ?

[MarkM66]

Looks great. Glad to see a BBC in it.

[ccracin]

Looks good Derek, exactly what I thought it would look like. Are you doing a Camaro chin spoiler?

You must have a crystal ball or something! :_paranoid

[Bowtiguy]

[QUOTE=killer69]I know this is not really the appropriate place to ask this question but i am going to anyway.
Is this going to be a Full no Rad Rides Build?
what is the time frame for the completed project
how is the invoicing structured
how do they "Estimate" the cost or do they even ask?

Stopped by the shop to get an estimate on doing my 57 nomad while home in Illinois last christmas. First of let me say EVERYONE was very nice and helpfull, great shop, great cars. Shop manager said its basically $175 to due a car, the recent chevelle was $300+. $25K down in escrow and you replenish the account as it goes low, that way the bill doesn't seem too crazy at the end. shop rate $95/hr.

I would love nothing more than the team at Rad rides to do my Nomad, But I've chosen another ridler winner locally who does equally impresive work that allows me to work on my own car and its only 45 minutes away from my home.... at $50/hr. More bang for the buck for me since the drivetrain will be high $$$$ to start with as I'm not going with a crate motor.

[notorious1970]

Stopped by the shop to get an estimate on doing my 57 nomad while home in Illinois last christmas. First of let me say EVERYONE was very nice and helpfull, great shop, great cars. Shop manager said its basically $175 to due a car, the recent chevelle was $300+. $25K down in escrow and you replenish the account as it goes low, that way the bill doesn't seem too crazy at the end. shop rate $95/hr.

Sounds about right on all that info. :thumbsup:

[notorious1970]

Jack and Annette just finished updating the projects and completed pages of the cars on the website. Check out the Nova and the other cool cars coming together at radrides. It looks like they are adding new pictures weekly and even daily.

-derek

[NvrDun71]

Man that thing is shaping up to be the baddest Nova Ever. No real surprise tho coming from the Rad Rides crew. Keep the updates coming!!

[HRBS]

Car looks incredible.
Personally I am not sure on the hood design.
What was the intent there?
Is it functional or is it there for a reason (clearance from underneath etc).
IMO I think it would be killer if it was symmetrical and cowl'd on BOTH sides.
Either way.... the craftsmanship is hands down awesome!

[NOVA]

Car looks incredible.
Personally I am not sure on the hood design.
What was the intent there?Is it functional or is it there for a reason (clearance from underneath etc).
IMO I think it would be killer if it was symmetrical and cowl'd on BOTH sides.
Either way.... the craftsmanship is hands down awesome!

It is coming along nicely,not sure about the hood scoop maybe I need to see it further along,I guess thats what makes rads what they are today....innovators!
Any wheel thoughts yet?

[notorious1970]

Car looks incredible.
Personally I am not sure on the hood design.
What was the intent there?
Is it functional or is it there for a reason (clearance from underneath etc).
IMO I think it would be killer if it was symmetrical and cowl'd on BOTH sides.
Either way.... the craftsmanship is hands down awesome!

You have to see the hood to really see whats going on there. Once its body worked it will be a pretty subtle but required item. The hood as it was looked good but was lacking attitude. Basically the idea for this car is its raw meanness. When you look at it you see its all business. We didnt want a huge cowl hood that gave away all its secrets of whats lurking under the hood. The engine is sitting much lower in the car then original, and the stock hood closed without a problem. I do believe it will be a functional piece to help the engine breath.

Any wheel thoughts yet?
Theres been talk of a special wheel built by billet specialities. Some type of design that has never been done before. As far as design...we mentioned some type of a multiple spoke wheel, with very hard edged straight spokes.

see ya on the flip side at SEMA!
-derek

[syborg tt]

Saw it on Friday - It looks really nice

It is coming along nicely,not sure about the hood scoop maybe I need to see it further along,I guess thats what makes rads what they are today....innovators!
Any wheel thoughts yet?

[builder69]

seen the build shots on RR website, some good ideas but not sure :_paranoid about the exhaust openings, looks exactly like the ones they did on the ill fated 37. Not sure about the wing and mixing 69 Camaro parts into the project either. The fab work looks nominal coming from there but I guess that's why they make mud :rofl: Other than that, pretty nice car

[buickfunnycar.com]

Car looks amazing to me,I can't wait to see it completed,love all the little tricks,especially the hood...

...It will certainly be one of the finest Nova's ever done.:yes:

[68protouring454]

seen the build shots on RR website, some good ideas but not sure :_paranoid about the exhaust openings, looks exactly like the ones they did on the ill fated 37. Not sure about the wing and mixing 69 Camaro parts into the project either. The fab work looks nominal coming from there but I guess that's why they make mud :rofl: Other than that, pretty nice car
care to show us your work?? troy has to prove nothing.

[builder69]

Relax jake, never said that Troy has anything to prove, just adding my thoughts to the forum. I have known Troy for long long time and he would be the first one to respect anyones thoughts.

[va72mlibu]

I have known Troy for long long time and he would be the first one to respect anyones thoughts.
So Troy would be totally cool if you just walked up and told him his work was nominal. I guess you can paint me skeptical.

[buickfunnycar.com]

care to show us your work?? troy has to prove nothing.

My thoughts exactly.:rolleyes:
It's always the guys with less then 10 posts who seem to know it all...

[CRCRFT78]

So after 10 posts you know everything?:lolhit: J/K

[Dukeofsho]

care to show us your work?? troy has to prove nothing.
:soapbox: See, guys like you...Err. So, I guess I don't no jack because I have only 4 posts under my belt (my pictures below).
Dude, 69 is intitled to his own opinion. I know everyone thinks Troy is God but come on. There is nothing wrong with a little constructive criticism.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y212/Dukeofsho/desoto/de101005017.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y212/Dukeofsho/desoto/interior009.jpg
That was in 2002.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y212/Dukeofsho/Xplorer/DSC00672.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y212/Dukeofsho/SVT/tourpaint014.jpg
My "drivers" paint. Could read a buisness card from 10' away.

[Leadfoot1]

And to think i just wrote in another thread i missed you guy's....

Yeah, right! :cool:

Lead.:D

[68protouring454]

ya know what, this is nova's thread, and his nova is gonna be killer, i for one can't wait to see more...
thanks though

[va72mlibu]

:soapbox: See, guys like you...Err. So, I guess I don't no jack because I have only 4 posts under my belt (my pictures below).

10 posts or 10,000...my comment remains the same. I'm not always a fan of Troy's stylistic choices, but the actual work performed is far from "nominal".

[notorious1970]

Well back from Sema and it was awesome! Saw a lot of cars there and I really really liked the camaro from KD hotrods. Looked absolutely wicked. Anyway, back to this thread.

We appreciate the comments, even if some are constructive criticism. Some people like certain designs and pick a builder based on them. We chose Troy because he builds cars you can really drive and approaches a build on a more engineering level.
As far as the amount of fab work into the car...there is a ton of it. The whole tail light section was completely cut and redone, everything under the lights are all scratch built. The front end is the same way. Even the detroit speed parts (half of their catologue) that were bought were cut up in places to make stuff fit better. Its not like a riddler car, the 37 or the 40 ford, where whole fenders are custom made. But whats great about this car is that you can buy a lot of the stuff that we are using, and put it on your nova.
And the trunk has made it to bodywork!
-derek

[builder69]

Just a couple of quick comments (post 11) Everybody does have opinions --- Troy is very talented ---- And if most of you guys would concentrate on your cars and fab skills instead of counting posts (11 if your not counting) maybe you could be working on your car and/or tuning up your fab skills, if any. This is what I don't like about these forums, people focus more on whats on their computer than whats in their garage, sad-----
Have a great weekend:thumbsup:

[Sales@Dutchboys]

Hold on their bud...If you keep talking like that these guys are going to eat you right up...Seriously...So lets just get back on topic here. :)

Thanks

Paul

[Dukeofsho]

For those of you who have either built or have had their car built. Food for thought: In my opinion when someone criticizes my work, in that very second my thoughts "what the heck does he/she know". Then I take a step back, take in a couple deep breaths, gather my pride and take another look at what was criticized, then corrected if needed. At times the builder see's things in a different perspective then QT public.
For me, that's what makes a great build.:thumbsup:

Humm, I wonder if that was the thought process back in the 50's. Those were some really radical ideas. :wow:

Troy does make some really nice vehicles. Three is no way anyone can take that away from him.
One day I hope to as popular as him. Plus, have some of his accounts ;)

[youthpastor]

Troy does make some really nice vehicles. Three is no way anyone can take that away from him.
One day I hope to as popular as him. Plus, have some of his accounts ;)

Keep at it, youve got some nice stuff coming together. :D

[68protouring454]

lol, make your own post please

[NOVA]

I was at AAPEX this year and went over and finally got to meet Troy and a few of his team members, what a bunch of nice down to earth, humble and talented individuals.

Troy and I visited for about 30 minutes while he was signing posters and getting pictures taken with fans, talked quite a bit about "Notorious" and he seemed really jazzed about the outcome of this ride,me too by the way!

I have wanted to meet him for several years and finally got the chance, the year the ebay mustang was auctioned off, I couldnt get near him he was so busy talking to fans, so this year was truly my highlight of the show to finally get to meet and to talk Nova's :cool: with Troy, what a real nice guy,with a good sense of humor too!

Yes I am a Rad Rides fan and have been since his Chevelle was in Hot Rod several years ago,why do I like there stuff so much?they are very creative,innovative and usually start a trend rather then copy one.

[builder69]

1st - Alright guys, I guess nobody likes to hear any type of opinions. I really don't know why I even bother throwing my 2 cents out there, seems like most of you can't handle it.
2nd - I am done with this forum, too many closed minds
3rd - once again, I have known Troy longer than all you guys ( and kids) put together, so watch it,I am on track, and don't call me bud , paul
4th-

[68protouring454]

ok, no one ran you out, you couldn't answer questions

[notorious1970]

what a bunch of nice down to earth, humble and talented individuals.

Troy and I visited for about 30 minutes while he was signing posters and getting pictures taken with fans, talked quite a bit about "Notorious" and he seemed really jazzed about the outcome of this ride,me too by the way!

Thats really the great part about them. No ego whatsoever. So many people think their stuff is so great and they get cocky even though most of the time it sucks anyway. With the shop they know how good they are and they let the rides speak for themselves.

Glad you are excited about Notorious. We most certainly are and a lot of people are starting to hear more about it. A lot of nova fans where asking whats going on with it at SEMA. Did anyone see any good 70's novas at the show?? I saw the yellow one outside and that was it.

[NOVA]

Did anyone see any good 70's novas at the show?? I saw the yellow one outside and that was it.

That was the only one I seen as well, got a Photo of it, rolls on 18's,stance was right, good wheel offsets,it was done pretty nice.

[MarkM66]

1st - Alright guys, I guess nobody likes to hear any type of opinions. I really don't know why I even bother throwing my 2 cents out there, seems like most of you can't handle it.
2nd - I am done with this forum, too many closed minds
3rd - once again, I have known Troy longer than all you guys ( and kids) put together, so watch it,I am on track, and don't call me bud , paul
4th-

Since you never even made a first post to introduce yourself. No one knows you, so you wont be missed. Simple as that....

[notorious1970]

That was the only one I seen as well, got a Photo of it, rolls on 18's,stance was right, good wheel offsets,it was done pretty nice.

Yes, it was pretty good. Get a photo up here if you can.

[awr68]

I hope we can get back on track now....

[Young Gun]

awww shooot....I had wanted to do a number of these things on my nova :( not it wont have the same effect, out of curiostity, you think troy will be willing to make that lower bumper setup with the camaro fog lights? i need to figure out how im gonna rework my back end so it looks a little different now...regardless im loving the fact that a great builder like troy is doing a nova...this will help out enourmously and definately bring some attention to the unloved child of chevy!!!!

[NOVA]

Get a photo up here if you can.

I have not mastered the photo resizing & posting thing yet.

[deuce_454]

1st - Alright guys, I guess nobody likes to hear any type of opinions. I really don't know why I even bother throwing my 2 cents out there, seems like most of you can't handle it.
2nd - I am done with this forum, too many closed minds
3rd - once again, I have known Troy longer than all you guys ( and kids) put together, so watch it,I am on track, and don't call me bud , paul
4th-

Hmmm ok?

first: I am sorry i cant handle some guy´s oppinion about some other dudes work, but ive heard that i simply cant......

secondly: i am sorry to see you go, but then on the other hand my mind is closed anyway

third: once again i dont know anyone.. and namesdropping isnt my thing.. i am however glad you are on track paul!.. keep it up

and foutht: i cant come up with anything here....

[TravisB]

:soapbox: See, guys like you...Err. So, I guess I don't no jack because I have only 4 posts under my belt (my pictures below).
Dude, 69 is intitled to his own opinion. I know everyone thinks Troy is God but come on. There is nothing wrong with a little constructive criticism.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y212/Dukeofsho/desoto/de101005017.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y212/Dukeofsho/Xplorer/DSC00672.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y212/Dukeofsho/SVT/tourpaint014.jpg
My "drivers" paint. Could read a buisness card from 10' away.


You come on here and pst a picture a explorer, a....what is that a tuarus, and a run of the mill street rod and compare your self to Troy? Lots of people can paint and bolt cars back together. :rofl:

[TravisB]

Well back from Sema and it was awesome! Saw a lot of cars there and I really really liked the camaro from KD hotrods. Looked absolutely wicked. Anyway, back to this thread.
-derek


Thanks for the kind words we spoke with troy about your car he was pretty excited about it. I cant wait to see more pics.

[Dukeofsho]

You come on here and pst a picture a explorer, a....what is that a tuarus, and a run of the mill street rod and compare your self to Troy? Lots of people can paint and bolt cars back together. :rofl:

Humm... unless you just cant read. I never called myself Troy. I stated that I an only hope to be like him. As for "Run of the Mill HA!!" Thats a 47 Desoto with a 5.7 Hemi that was completed in 02. Yup, run of the mill.:thumbsup:

Ok, enough with the "disturbance" of this thread. I'll start a new one. ;)

[TravisB]

Humm... unless you just cant read. I never called myself Troy. I stated that I an only hope to be like him. As for "Run of the Mill HA!!" Thats a 47 Desoto with a 5.7 Hemi that was completed in 02. Yup, run of the mill.:thumbsup:

Ok, enough with the "disturbance" of this thread. I'll start a new one. ;)


edited

[notorious1970]

The car is on the ground and looking great. The rims are simply mock ups but used to get the correct tire clearance/backspacing and look. Not too much left on the nova except for some dash finishing touches, exhaust work and finally the engine compartment. Now some pictures! Have a great thanksgiving!
-derek

[customcam]

nasty man love his work and the car :hail:

[RECOVERY ROOM]

I will be checking it out next week.Going out to Rad Rides for a few days.

[4cefed]

How do they get that look on the sheetmetal? No sanding/grinding marks. It looks almost like a car that just got acid dipped.

[V8TV]

How do they get that look on the sheetmetal? No sanding/grinding marks. It looks almost like a car that just got acid dipped.

The Rad Rides crew has an interesting philosophy on projects in-progress.. they'll never leave something "unfinished" looking, even during the build. It makes sense, as the owner, or a magazine photographer may stop in at any time, and they always want the stuff to look cool. So all through the builds they sand metal with a fine grit DA so that it looks that way. You won't see rusty parts, or stuff with rattlecan paint on them, 1/2 primed, etc.

[awr68]

Really cool car you got going!! Troy and crew does great work! Love all the pics, keep them coming!! :thumbsup:

[customcam]

There paint work is also amazing. Is it there preparation,materials used ??

[4cefed]

The Rad Rides crew has an interesting philosophy on projects in-progress.. they'll never leave something "unfinished" looking, even during the build. It makes sense, as the owner, or a magazine photographer may stop in at any time, and they always want the stuff to look cool. So all through the builds they sand metal with a fine grit DA so that it looks that way. You won't see rusty parts, or stuff with rattlecan paint on them, 1/2 primed, etc.

Makes sense. I like that. I may steal it. Wait, yep. Stolen. Thanks troy!

[kennyd]

i love this build , out of the box thinking .but troy and thrash are the best .
the hood is wicked .
great job .

[wiedemab]

That looks BAD!

I'll second Kenny's comment on the hood - I love the way it carries through to the dash!

This will be another one that will be hard to find all of the little details when it's finished.

[NOVA]

Looking Awesome:thumbsup:
You guys must be getting excited about Paint schemes now? 3 piece wheels? are the mock ups 18 & 19's?
Thanks for the update/pics.

[notorious1970]

Looking Awesome
You guys must be getting excited about Paint schemes now? 3 piece wheels? are the mock ups 18 & 19's?

Yes, it is awesome being part of something like this. You really get to appreciate the level of fabrication in these vehicles. Even though its been awesome so far...it will be great to move on to something new being the paint work.

Still waiting on wheel and paint ideas but 18s all around. Also something worth noting is that the rear tires are pretty rare from BFG and theres less then 7 in existance. Better not burn em up too fast!


heres a pict for everyone, sent to my phone from adam at the shop

[Tim Baillie]

I thought Troys deal was he would never modify a hood to fit engine components ?

[notorious1970]

I thought Troys deal was he would never modify a hood to fit engine components ?

Actually he didn't. The motor was lowered, intake chopped down, oil pan shortened. All of the usual items were done to make sure the stock hood closes without modification to the hood. If you took the slight rise in the hood away, it would still close. They wanted to do something thats never been done to a nova hood before.
-d

[fabber1]

The project sure looks good. Who's doing the work on the car? Does anyone know if Marty's truck has been painted? Lost touch since I left, been catching up thru RR's website.
Take care guys, D-- -------

[syborg tt]

The project sure looks good. Who's doing the work on the car? Does anyone know if Marty's truck has been painted? Lost touch since I left, been catching up thru RR's website.
Take care guys, D-- -------

The truck is still getting worked on as we speek. Due to schedule conflicts the truck is at Kenny Davis Hot Rods and they are finishing it up.

here is the link to the thread

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=1180

[elctron02]

What size tires/rims/backspacing front/back are you going to run?



Yes, it is awesome being part of something like this. You really get to appreciate the level of fabrication in these vehicles. Even though its been awesome so far...it will be great to move on to something new being the paint work.

Still waiting on wheel and paint ideas but 18s all around. Also something worth noting is that the rear tires are pretty rare from BFG and theres less then 7 in existance. Better not burn em up too fast!


heres a pict for everyone, sent to my phone from adam at the shop

[notorious1970]

Heres another one in better quality. Also, there are some views from the bottom looking up at the belly pan that Jared built that are on radrides.com

[kennyd]

Heres another one in better quality. Also, there are some views from the bottom looking up at the belly pan that Jared built that are on radrides.com


typical troy's..........perfect !

[J2SpeedandCustom]

What a killer build can't wait to see! :thumbsup:

[pico110]

Can you get a few shots of the back belly pan up?

[70TWO NOVA]

that thing is lookin gangster!

[notorious1970]

Can you get a few shots of the back belly pan up?


I actually dont have any pictures of the belly pan. Rad rides website has some on there under the projects page.

Marty did you get any to post on here???
What size tires/rims/backspacing front/back are you going to run?

Not really sure what they are going to do. They had 2 sets of rear rim mock ups made. One for each side of the car. The passenger side rear is one spacing (which looks the best of the 2) and the driver side is another.

70TWO NOVA-- Nice looking car man. Did you do the work yourself? I did see the issue of your car over the summer. Pretty sweet to have it in a magazine.

[syborg tt]

I actually dont have any pictures of the belly pan. Rad rides website has some on there under the projects page.

Marty did you get any to post on here???

I do have a couple pics - but none on the car

here ya go

[70TWO NOVA]

70TWO NOVA-- Nice looking car man. Did you do the work yourself? I did see the issue of your car over the summer. Pretty sweet to have it in a magazine.

Thanks, and yes I did do all the work myself in my little garage at home mostly on my High School budget. I was pretty fortunate to get a little ink for it over the summer, Im glad to see other people like it too. Thanks again and cant wait to see yours done!

[notorious1970]

Taken off of my phone. Not the best quality but you can see the idea here.


Did you get your Rad Rides signed ornament yet? Tis the season!

[notorious1970]

Can you get a few shots of the back belly pan up?

Here you go, just for you!..and anyone else that likes nice belly pans!

[customcam]

Wow :faint:
What motor she getting?

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

prolly the sickest later gen nova ever..

the front doesnt even look like one anymore.. which is why i like it.

:rofl:

[XcYZ]

Here you go, just for you!..and anyone else that likes nice belly pans!

That's going to be such a bitchin car. :bow:

[NOVA]

That looks sooo cool!

People will be looking at Nova's a whole lot differently after this ones finished:thumbsup:

[pico110]

Wow :faint:
What motor she getting?

A supercharged 572ci fuel injected motor. It will also be flexfueled.

[Bowtieracing]

Here you go, just for you!..and anyone else that likes nice belly pans!


THANK YOU!!! I really like the belly pans too!!!

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=9764&d=1197003706

Have i understood right at this works as an diffuser too ?

Can you tell us how is it done in the "front" side = edge close to rear axle ?

I would like to know is it welded on the trunkfloor or what not to "bite" air too much at the high speed or what ? I know this is wierd question but i see how to mount it at the rear part of the car but how at front ???????:cheers:

[notorious1970]

Have i understood right at this works as an diffuser too ?

Can you tell us how is it done in the "front" side = edge close to rear axle ?

Yes it will help with air flow since the air wont be hitting the tank. As for the "front" of the diffuser -close to the axle- It is all completely welded to form a sealed box around the tank. So if you look at it from any angle you wont see any exposed unfinished edges. Its even tied into the rear inner tubs and welded to the trunk floor.
-d

[syborg tt]

I've seen the car many times and it's more impressive every time i see it.

[CRCRFT78]

I really need to get another Nova after following this thread/buildup. BAD ASS!!

[Bowtieracing]

Yes it will help with air flow since the air wont be hitting the tank. As for the "front" of the diffuser -close to the axle- It is all completely welded to form a sealed box around the tank. So if you look at it from any angle you wont see any exposed unfinished edges. Its even tied into the rear inner tubs and welded to the trunk floor.
-d


Amazing..F1 tech in a g-machine:wow:

Can you show us few pics how its done at "front part" ? I understood what you said but pics are allways more :)

[pico110]

Amazing..F1 tech in a g-machine:wow:

Can you show us few pics how its done at "front part" ? I understood what you said but pics are allways more :)

http://www.radrides.com/proj.htm This is updaded almost weekly. The guys at the shop are always taking pics for the site.

[notorious1970]

Heres some to help give you an idea of whats going on with it. I gotta check it out for myself this week when I stop over. My dad is going to love this car when its done.

[notorious1970]

I really need to get another Nova after following this thread/buildup. BAD ASS!!

Thank you!

Novas are bad ass lookin cars as stockers but if your going to have rad rides do one...its gotta have that twist to it!

[syborg tt]

Heres some to help give you an idea of whats going on with it. I gotta check it out for myself this week when I stop over. My dad is going to love this car when its done.


looks so nice I love the way the inner fender looks

[Bowtieracing]

Heres some to help give you an idea of whats going on with it. I gotta check it out for myself this week when I stop over. My dad is going to love this car when its done.

Thank you:cheers: Those pics were more than a 1000 words!!!!

We all are going to love your dads car when its done:bow:

[trapin]

Notorious.....that is a phenomenal take on the front and rear fascia of that Nova. To change something that drastic and avoid it looking too different or too goudy takes a true designers vision. Only someone with a pure car designers eye can pull off stuff like that. And it's obvious that Troy has it. I'm too lazy to go back over the entire thread but can you tell me if the car has been mini-tubbed and if so are those the wheels that you're going with that I see in the pictures?

[notorious1970]

I'm too lazy to go back over the entire thread but can you tell me if the car has been mini-tubbed and if so are those the wheels that you're going with that I see in the pictures?

First of all thanks for the comments on the car. The car has been mini-tubbed. It was one of the first things that was done. The wheels that are seen in the pictures are not the wheels being used. They were made quickly from billet specialities to check the look and the backspacing.

[notorious1970]

Heres a couple picts I took today at the shop. Both are of the belly pan and exhaust. I also took a quick ridler picture as well.

I picked up one of those blowfish dvds and I can say that its pretty awesome. They run it on a dyno and it sounds soo wicked! Def. check that out.
Peace.

[XcYZ]

Awesome. :bow: Keep the pics and updates coming. :cheers:

[notorious1970]

Troy informed us that Tracy Weaver will be doing the interior. I have heard all good things about his work and we look forward to working with him. Troy has some great ideas lined up for the interior of notorious!

[customcam]

Thanks for sharing this amazing build with us all :thumbsup:
Cant wait to see the engine bay :hail:

[syborg tt]

Your really going to like working with Tracy he's really a great guy.

Troy informed us that Tracy Weaver will be doing the interior. I have heard all good things about his work and we look forward to working with him. Troy has some great ideas lined up for the interior of notorious!

[Garage Dog 65]

THANKS for the Belly pictures ! (eew, that sounds disgusting ... sorry for the visual)

Can you share the design plans for the interior ? A stock concept, a high end stock deal - or something totally custom - Or are you even to that point yet.

Either way, you're in good hands and Rads and Tracy will deliver a stunning finished product !

[notorious1970]

Can you share the design plans for the interior ? A stock concept, a high end stock deal - or something totally custom - Or are you even to that point yet.

Racepack and a big ole tach. I would say something to the likes of the fastforward fastback and the sickfish interior. We want to keep it old school without going way full custom. To me when you put too modern an interior in these old cars, it looks wrong. You'll see for instance on our dash, even though its all fully built up, the old stuff was really rough and weak. The new dash has nova characteristics (very tall and short width) but other small tweaks to make it go with the rest of the car. Whatever they come up with will be bitchin.

[COYBILT]

car is NUTS thats all I can say about it. I read the thread from the 1st to last page. Its just amazing and well good luck with the car. :thumbsup: :hail:

[XcYZ]

Racepack and a big ole tach. I would say something to the likes of the fastforward fastback and the sickfish interior. We want to keep it old school without going way full custom. To me when you put too modern an interior in these old cars, it looks wrong. You'll see for instance on our dash, even though its all fully built up, the old stuff was really rough and weak. The new dash has nova characteristics (very tall and short width) but other small tweaks to make it go with the rest of the car. Whatever they come up with will be bitchin.

Sounds cool to me, Derek. :cheers:

[cmraman]

Hey notorious1970 here are a couple shots I took last week.

[CRCRFT78]

I can't wait to see this thing when its finished. Going to be one of the baddest Novas EVER. I'm almost afraid to see color on it. The bare metal is perfect. It just yells that its coming to kick some @$$.

[ron w]

I can't wait to see this thing when its finished. Going to be one of the baddest Novas EVER. I'm almost afraid to see color on it. The bare metal is perfect. It just yells that its coming to kick some @$$.


I could not have said it better-wow

[notorious1970]

I can't wait to see this thing when its finished. Going to be one of the baddest Novas EVER. I'm almost afraid to see color on it. The bare metal is perfect. It just yells that its coming to kick some @$$.

Same here, well said. Did someone say Joe Rogan original sick fish paint scheme??? Could be a possibility.

Exhaust is all finished up and now I heard that Procharger has stepped in with one of their superchargers which is awesome. Work has started on a killer engine bay.

I wont be able to get any new pics up until after new years but check the rad rides site for updates.

http://www.stevesnovasite.com/forums/showthread.php?t=80515
Cheer up StevesNovaSite...its Christmas! :thumbsup:

Cheers and Merry Christmas Everyone!
-derek

[CRCRFT78]

Cheer up StevesNovaSite

LMAO those guys need to get out more. I could only imagine what they think of all the other nicely done Novas out there that aren't period correct looking. Their mindset is period correct for not moving forward with the times and technology. To each his own, keep the build going, BAD@$$ is all I have to say about your Nova. :thumbsup: :cheers:

[Hdesign]

Don't get discouraged Derek, when the purists on Steve's first saw my rendering with the shrunken bumpers, lower valence, big wheels, low stance, fender vents and overall smoother look a few years ago, many could only muster a compliment on the quality of the rendering but "somewhat" avoided making critical comments like "chopping up" a perfectly good Nova.

Forget 'em! You cannot possibly make EVERYONE happy. Just worry about yourself and how excited you and your dad will be to have it in the garage and driving around in a Troy built car! Keep your eye on the prize!

[bucks69]

Man that just ticks me off. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion but that bunch needs to keep their piehole shut. Not one of those guys have anything that could even come close to the peice of art you will have in the end. Screw those guys and keep rocking on it, I think its too cool. :thumbsup:

[notorious1970]

Forget 'em! You cannot possibly make EVERYONE happy. Just worry about yourself and how excited you and your dad will be to have in in the garage and driving around in a Troy built car! Keep your eye on the prize!

keep rocking on it, I think its too cool.

Its no problem at all..someone pointed that forum out to me and i thought it was just funny. I think it will be fun to park it next to a stock nova..to really see the differences in both. Rock on!

[syborg tt]

Its no problem at all..someone pointed that forum out to me and i thought it was just funny. I think it will be fun to park it next to a stock nova..to really see the differences in both. Rock on!

I love purist - they are so ................ okay enough said.

ps I can't wait to how many people i piss off when i cut up an original 70 z28, 4spd, PS & PD car.

[notorious1970]

ps I can't wait to how many people i piss off when i cut up an original 70 z28, 4spd, PS & PD car.

ohh don't be so mean! haha :lol:

[MarkM66]

Same here, well said. Did someone say Joe Rogan original sick fish paint scheme??? Could be a possibility.

Exhaust is all finished up and now I heard that Procharger has stepped in with one of their superchargers which is awesome. Work has started on a killer engine bay.

I wont be able to get any new pics up until after new years but check the rad rides site for updates.

http://www.stevesnovasite.com/forums/showthread.php?t=80515
Cheer up StevesNovaSite...its Christmas! :thumbsup:

Cheers and Merry Christmas Everyone!
-derek

I'd be worried if those the majority of those guys DID like it. :lol:

[NOVA]

Some of Them guys need to pull there ball's outta there momma's purse ....

There's plenty of Nova's on the street to where ONE cannot be the sacrificial lamb and made real bitchin,unique and flat out cool! not like there cuttin up a numbers matching original 63 split window owned by Kennedy with 12 miles on it.

Remember the 50's when builders such as Winfield,Watson and Barris used parts from other cars all the time, different bumpers,headlight assemblies,trim etc.

This Nova will do more for Nova's then any other Nova on the street today.....Ive had mine for over 20 years,glad to have it, specially Now.

[tjbruning]

Some of Them guys need to pull there ball's outta there momma's purse ....

There's plenty of Nova's on the street to where ONE cannot be the sacrificial lamb and made real bitchin,unique and flat out cool! not like there cuttin up a numbers matching original 63 split window owned by Kennedy with 12 miles on it.

Remember the 50's when builders such as Winfield,Watson and Barris used parts from other cars all the time, different bumpers,headlight assemblies,trim etc.

This Nova will do more for Nova's then any other Nova on the street today.....Ive had mine for over 20 years,glad to have it, specially Now.

I dig it... Keep it up! :thumbsup:

[V8TV]

We're going to be shooting some video on this car on Friday at Rad Rides... we'll be on the road, so you'll have to wait until next week to see it, but we'll let you know when it posts. Anything in particular anyone wants to see? Questions?

- KO

[xplantdad]

Its no problem at all..someone pointed that forum out to me and i thought it was just funny. I think it will be fun to park it next to a stock nova..to really see the differences in both. Rock on!

Looking great! I would assume that the poster on Steve's site are a bit younger...possibly?

One thing is for sure-they have no tact:rolleyes:

Bruce

[NOVA]

Anything in particular anyone wants to see? Questions?-KO

How close are they to completing the fab work and moving it to paint, finish and final assembly? where will the car debut this spring/summer? what seats are they using,Teas?

Hey, you asked :D!

Thanx......

[customcam]

Kevin id like for Troy to talk about paint application and finish.
All of the cars that Troy does the paint flaws you :wow:
Thank KO

[notorious1970]

Visited the shop today and work is progressing. They are basically finishing up on some last minute touches. Pretty much everything has been finish welded. Rear shock mounts have been reinforced for extra strength. Exhaust is fully completed.

Work has been concentrated on some last minute touches to the front end bumpers and fenders. Like i said the last minute things before the body shop gets it. The big part is the engine bay. The way this thing is set up is awesome. What you'd expect from opening the hood in a supercharged car, you can pretty much forget about. Totally different way of plumbing the supercharger (procharger) and a few other things regarding it that ive been sworn to secrecy about!! :lol: I have never heard of a supercharger being setup the way they are doing it. Procharger really stepped up and overnighted pretty much everything we needed to supercharge the 572 beast. Their supercharger looks sinister and its cool to work with them on it.
-derek

[V8TV]

We postponed our trip to tomorrow because of the weather... we'll see how it goes tomorrow.

- KO

[buickfunnycar.com]

:thumbsup:

[V8TV]

We shot the car yesterday... it's super bad!

We'll post the video later tonight or tomorrow.

- KO

[buickfunnycar.com]

We shot the car yesterday... it's super bad!

We'll post the video later tonight or tomorrow.

- KO

:willy:

[kennyd]

Visited the shop today and work is progressing. They are basically finishing up on some last minute touches. Pretty much everything has been finish welded. Rear shock mounts have been reinforced for extra strength. Exhaust is fully completed.

Work has been concentrated on some last minute touches to the front end bumpers and fenders. Like i said the last minute things before the body shop gets it. The big part is the engine bay. The way this thing is set up is awesome. What you'd expect from opening the hood in a supercharged car, you can pretty much forget about. Totally different way of plumbing the supercharger (procharger) and a few other things regarding it that ive been sworn to secrecy about!! :lol: I have never heard of a supercharger being setup the way they are doing it. Procharger really stepped up and overnighted pretty much everything we needed to supercharge the 572 beast. Their supercharger looks sinister and its cool to work with them on it.
-derek



thats why anyone who really knows cars know he is the MAN ! customers like you are why we love to build cars , you are enthused (sp) about the build makes us more creative about the car . great job

[notorious1970]

We'll post the video later tonight or tomorrow

Very excited to see this.

customers like you are why we love to build cars , you are enthused (sp) about the build makes us more creative about the car . great job

I dont know how you couldnt be excited for something like this. My dad always wanted to get a Nova since he parted with his 30 years ago. Its going to be bad ass to ride with him in one after hearing so much about the original car he had.
As far as troy goes and any builder for that matter...they are only going to build so many cars in their lifetime and its awesome to be part of a build like this. Anyone with some $$ can walk into a dealer buy a porsche, ferrari, or other high end sports car (which are still cool)....but in my mind these cars are where its at! :thumbsup:
-d

[cmraman]

As far as troy goes and any builder for that matter...they are only going to build so many cars in their lifetime and its awesome to be part of a build like this. Anyone with some $$ can walk into a dealer buy a porsche, ferrari, or other high end sports car (which are still cool)....but in my mind these cars are where its at! :thumbsup:
-d


I agree. Troy's stuff is more that a cool car. They are works of mechanical art. He is the best. I will be down there before the car goes to body shop for more build pics for my magazine. I can't wait to see the progress. I love Nova's.

[V8TV]

We visited Rad Rides by Troy the other day to shoot a quick interview on the 1970 Nova project... it's going to be killer!

http://v8tvshow.com/content/view/475/97/

http://www.v8tvshow.com/images/stories/videos/Features1/RadRidesBlogNovaLead.png

[radrambler]

notorius

:woot: mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

[ron w]

Dare I say street machine of the year!!!

[NOVA]

That Troy has a great sense of humor too!:lol:
I'm excited for these guys (notorious1970) that is going to be one bitchn Nova:thumbsup:
Thanx for the Video!

........ NOVA . . . .

[notorious1970]

Awesome video, and I had wondered where that first nova went! thanks for the compliments guys. :thumbsup:

Little lateral-g plug right in the beginning too!

-d

[XcYZ]

Little lateral-g plug right in the beginning too!

-d

:lateral: :woot:

Great video, Kevin and Kelle.

Love Troy's sense of humor.

What a fantastic car.

[V8TV]

I'm just glad you guys had the opportunity to have a killer car built and you took it! The car is awesome, it's going to be a hell of a lot of fun to drive. If it does go to YearOne, we'll shoot a full feature of it there.

[cmraman]

The video is great and that is one BADASS car. I can't wait to see it on the road.

[TravisB]

procharger idea sounds really cool I will be interested to see how well it works.

[JamesJ]

procharger idea sounds really cool I will be interested to see how well it works.


I agree, will be nice, and that is something thats cool. Wonder if they just used a left mount one or if had one built. If you had one built then you may want to go ahead and get a few extra parts so downthe road you are not scratching your head...

[V8TV]

It's actually pretty similar to the way many NMCA type street-legal drag cars work, plumbing the forced air charge back into the icewater filled intercooler in the pass seat or trunk, then back through the cowl into the TB.

As for "having one made", I'm pretty sure it's all in-house at this point...

[96z28ss]

Can I suggest you guys get a light put on you camera. cause the video is real dark

[TravisB]

It's actually pretty similar to the way many NMCA type street-legal drag cars work, plumbing the forced air charge back into the icewater filled intercooler in the pass seat or trunk, then back through the cowl into the TB.

As for "having one made", I'm pretty sure it's all in-house at this point...


is this set up intercooled? I have seen the plumbing come throught firewall but never the throttle body mounted near the charger.....

[V8TV]

Can I suggest you guys get a light put on you camera. cause the video is real dark

That one compressed really dark... we're going to post another version that will look brighter.

Thanks!

[V8TV]

is this set up intercooled? I have seen the plumbing come throught firewall but never the throttle body mounted near the charger.....

I don't think this car is, but the design is similar to the intercooled race cars, by running the compressed charged back to the cabin and then forward.

[V8TV]

We just posted a re compressed version that is much brighter.

[Garage Dog 65]

Thanks Kev for the video - really enjoyed it ! And thanks for all the hard work of going around and getting all the interviews, meeting people and shooting the footage/editing you share with us - that sounds like a blast !!

Jim

[buickfunnycar.com]

Troy seems like a real,down-to-earth car guy too...wow,very impressed!:thumbsup:

[Tom.A]

Killer car and really enjoy your V8TV features:thumbsup:

[notorious1970]

Thanks Kev for the video - really enjoyed it ! And thanks for all the hard work of going around and getting all the interviews, meeting people and shooting the footage/editing you share with us - that sounds like a blast !!

Jim

I agree, these videos are great to watch.

[Sales@Dutchboys]

I cant wait to see this car done! gotta have love for the novas! :thumbsup:

[COYBILT]

Im normally not a big nova guy(except your body style chevy2boy333) But the third gen there building is down right impressive as all rad rides by troy cars are.

[notorious1970]

3) But the third gen there building is down right impressive as all rad rides by troy cars are.

thanks for the compliments.

[COYBILT]

thanks for the compliments.
your car is going to be beautiful I just know it.

[pico110]

The car will not be intercooled, but John Meany came up with a way to get the compressed air as cool as an intercooler can. I am told I can not go into any more detail than that. They will be able to make at least 1000hp with the original compression ratio.

[Deeznuts]

Should be done by mid summer.

[Deeznuts]

one more pic

[DG.]

Great car! Great video! Really cool to see the 'masters' talk about what they do and why. And to see that they're just big kids like all of us around these cars ;).

Great job V8TV:thumbsup:

[notorious1970]

New picts on radrides website of notorious. Theres a few of the supercharger setup. Also check out the renovations they are doing to the shop.

-Derek

PS I hate the snow in chicago and am ready for summer already!

[cmraman]

Derek,

Here's a few shots from yesterday. Levi told me the car is going to bodyshop on Monday...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2151/2221120201_6458068447.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2057/2221110505_520cfb9496.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2388/2221901770_ac28ce46a9.jpg

This is not the Nova, but it was freakn' cool. I have been hanging around the shop for a couple of years and first saw this on their site, 3 years ago...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2319/2221910496_81e183936c.jpg

[notorious1970]

Great picts. When you look through the grill and see that procharger it just looks absolutely mean. Levi's the man for the job on that setup. Did an incredible job on it. The core support/supercharger cover he built is gorgeous.
We also have a color for the car, it is spot on and looks spooky. They painted a small panel for us to check out and the color change in certain lighting is amazing. A dark charcoal will be used. I know i keep saying this but this time its a reality...body shop any day now.

peace
-d

[NOVA]

Question:
So I know wonder Troy says that they wait to pick colors toward the end of the build, my question is, now that they have picked the colors do they finish the rendering or is there not a rendering in this case?

I know there were some sketches of this project, but I am wondering how they lay out the color scheme at this stage, is it on paper or just on test panels that they spray and show you guys or both? and how much decision did your father and you guys have in picking the colors?

As everyone knows usually rendering's are done at the beginning of a build.

I am just curious how that works (I had EVERY curious George book ever printed, f.y.i!:D )

Looking forward to seeing it in paint, specially now that we have seen a sneek peek of the Ring Bros. "Razor" Camaro!
This summer is going to be interesting,I am really looking forward to seeing it, I cant's imagine how excited you guys are!

[notorious1970]

So I know wonder Troy says that they wait to pick colors toward the end of the build, my question is, now that they have picked the colors do they finish the rendering or is there not a rendering in this case?

Well just one color was picked and we saw it a couple weeks ago. As for all of the other colors being used...yes they pick them literally when its time to paint.

I know there were some sketches of this project, but I am wondering how they lay out the color scheme at this stage, is it on paper or just on test panels that they spray and show you guys or both? and how much decision did your father and you guys have in picking the colors?

Good question. I think some of their customers are pretty specific on what they want whereas we just wanted a certain overall mood to be set when looking at this car. All we said from the start was charcoal grey since that was my dads color on his nova in 1970. Something about being nostalgic or somethin. Other then that...go nuts!

specially now that we have seen a sneek peek of the Ring Bros. "Razor" Camaro!

what camaro?? hehe let the games begin!

I am really looking forward to seeing it, I cant's imagine how excited you guys are

Thanks...we are really excited for the summer as well. I say they add another rule to the SMOY...that being lets strap each of these cars to a dyno and see some #'s. We just got back from manteno(11pm) and the car is ready to rock to the body shop...see you on the flipside.
rockon :thumbsup:
-derek

[kennyd]

Well just one color was picked and we saw it a couple weeks ago. As for all of the other colors being used...yes they pick them literally when its time to paint.



Good question. I think some of their customers are pretty specific on what they want whereas we just wanted a certain overall mood to be set when looking at this car. All we said from the start was charcoal grey since that was my dads color on his nova in 1970. Something about being nostalgic or somethin. Other then that...go nuts!



what camaro?? hehe let the games begin!



Thanks...we are really excited for the summer as well. I say they add another rule to the SMOY...that being lets strap each of these cars to a dyno and see some #'s. We just got back from manteno(11pm) and the car is ready to rock to the body shop...see you on the flipside.
rockon :thumbsup:
-derek

.......

[NOVA]

this nova is SMOY !

sure hope so :yes:

[XcYZ]

I can't wait to see that thing in color. :bow:

[mlomaka]

Glad to see this one coming along. It has been great to watch it along the process. Should look great when its done.
-Is that wagon the one that is going to be full time 4WD? I was watching that one and wondered what happened to it.
Thanks for the updates.

[cmraman]

Glad to see this one coming along. It has been great to watch it along the process. Should look great when its done.
-Is that wagon the one that is going to be full time 4WD? I was watching that one and wondered what happened to it.
Thanks for the updates.

Yes it is. I haven't heard too much on it's future. But the engine and driveline is all mocked up.

[G-Body]

Is This beauty going to be ready for Columbus?