For the Performance First Crowd!

[tyoneal]

To Everyone:

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To All:

I was really just kidding on the choice of:

"Not sure, it depends on what my wife likes, I will ask her if I can."

Please, if you wouldn't mind, give a honest answer.

Thanks,

Ty
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My favorite cars on this site are, "The Performers". (The ones that spend time tuning their Suspension in search of better performance on the track)

Most can fit up to a 275 mm tire, "If", they are running a aftermarket subframe. While certainly better than stock, the ability to add more width would certainly give people an extra tool in their efforts to run a sustained, "g", or better in cornering ability. (With Street Tires)

Seeing some of the recent cars being made with Flared Fenders has apparently exposed a niche on this site. However, I would rather have them made in either Fiberglass or Carbon Fiber.

I contacted Dick Guldstrand's Shop and noticed as part of his product line, he sells the, "Real", fender flares for the L-88 Corvette.

Here is the link for the flares with pricing. Please note that these were some that they did specifically for the L-88 Corvette. The flares I am speaking of would be designed with the first generation Camaro in mind.

http://www.guldstrand.com/scripts/pr...p?idproduct=45
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Below is part of the letter I sent, and their response.

Hello:

I am finishing up my designing of my '69 Camaro. I really want to run some flared fenders on it. Having someone do it in metal is nice but not practical, however a tasteful fiberglass, or CF Flare, or complete Flared Fenders would be the best. There are some us at, www.lateral-g.net, that are asking people to supply such parts.

As you know the Early Camaro's don't have nearly the aftermarket support that the early Mustangs do. I would like for you to consider this opportunity.

Can you supply us some fenders with flares built into them? The 1969 Camaro is by far the favorite, followed by the 67 and 68, as far a, 'Pro-Touring', or, 'Trans Am', Style builds. If I can help get at least a minimum number of people that would be on board and willing to buy sets of these would this help?

I think these could be a real good product line for you given your history. I know there are many people who see you as a somewhat, 'Hero', in early Camaro history. So I don't think you would have a difficult time finding buyers for these, as long as they are well done and tasteful.

I am working with a Rendering Artist and I am at a stand still because I need to find a source for these, and I don't want to have metal ones made. I plan to drive my car and I want some pieces that I can replace easily and that are lighter than the stock pieces.

Is there anyway I can convince you to consider this as part of your product line?
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I listed some links from several websites to illustrate the types of parts currently being made, and some links from Forums that discuss flared Fenders.
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Please give this some thought. I know if you had these for sale along with a Certificate with your real autograph, people would be very drawn to your business for these.

I would gladly be your first. I will even put money down early.

I would be happy to start a poll on these websites as for interest in these products. I think you would be encouraged. Just ask me and I will get them going.

Thanks for your time.

Sincerely,

Ty O'Neal
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Here is the response:

Thanks for the compliments and your interest.

Our initial reaction is that with the correct negative offset wheels and tires the 67-69 Camaros can be made to pull over 1.05 lateral G. without touching the stock body work. Since this is in excess of the new Camaros, we wonder if you are attempting to flare the wells for appearance rather than performance. Please advise further as to your performance goal. We would have a possible interest, but would have to see at least 20-25 solid orders with deposits.

Regards J.Freeman for Dick Guldstrand
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I would like to know if there is any, "REAL", interest in buying some Flared Fenders from Dick Guldstrand's Company.

I am on board myself, as long as the quality and appearance are good.

Please give some input. I REALLY want to know how many WOULD buy a set, "IF", Price vs. Quality were in line with each other.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Best Regards,

Ty O'Neal

[Flash68]

Interesting... and possibly interested.

Originally Posted by tyoneal

Our initial reaction is that with the correct negative offset wheels and tires the 67-69 Camaros can be made to pull over 1.05 lateral G. without touching the stock body work.

These specs I would like to know!

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

how yall like mine?

heres VENGEANCE with my fender flares on.. this was before the car even had the motor, interior, wheels, etc..


only the interior, wheels and spoiler stuff is shopped in this photo..


I will be making these as a product to be sold from my Streetfighter site very soon.

and i have 69s in the works also..

[Flash68]

I like it a lot, V...

[Rod P]

put me at the top of the list please!! and can i get them before the new year

Originally Posted by Mr.VENGEANCE

how yall like mine?

heres VENGEANCE with my fender flares on.. this was before the car even had the motor, interior, wheels, etc..


only the interior, wheels and spoiler stuff is shopped in this photo..


I will be making these as a product to be sold from my Streetfighter site very soon.

and i have 69s in the works also..

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

not before the new year, im having too much fun on my vacation.. but it will be soon after!

Im going to put together a group batch its first time out.. and ill make the thread about it when they are ready..

and Flash, you know how we do.

[Bryce]

I saw that these guys have front fenders and rear flares. They had a display at GG del mar. I do not see it on their website.

http://www.donahueautomotive.com/

[Bucketlist2012]

Saw my first Camaro at 12 years old.. It was 1972

Some Guy down the street had a new 1970 Z/28 that he put front and rear flares, and an L-88 hood on..850 DP, and other add ons...

At 12, I was Camaro for life....One look, one ride, ....Sold.

So I like the Flares.. Gives it that Penske Trans Am camaro look...