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cjfirstgen 04-24-2021 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 214Chevy (Post 712111)
Not fair!! Give us a side shot featuring the new wheels...

LOL well they aren't on yet. Trust me.....I'm like a kid waiting for Christmas morning to see this car all finished with the new wheels.

214Chevy 04-25-2021 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cjfirstgen (Post 712112)
LOL well they aren't on yet. Trust me.....I'm like a kid waiting for Christmas morning to see this car all finished with the new wheels.

Trust me....I definitely understand.

cjfirstgen 04-26-2021 06:38 AM

Here you go......first to see the pics.......not "golden hour" lighting but great pics nonetheless

https://i.postimg.cc/zvFH0xQX/1008-2.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/G3FDLppw/1008-6.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/ZRk9Zkt5/1008-25.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/7LJCpHRR/1008-31.jpg

EVIL SS 04-26-2021 06:52 AM

Beautiful!!!!! This car turned out great!!!

Somewhat off topic but, how do you like your infinity electrical system. Was it easy to use and would you recommend it to others? I looked at it and was nervous about the setup/software side of it being not so user friendly?

cjfirstgen 04-26-2021 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by EVIL SS (Post 712132)
Beautiful!!!!! This car turned out great!!!

Somewhat off topic but, how do you like your infinity electrical system. Was it easy to use and would you recommend it to others? I looked at it and was nervous about the setup/software side of it being not so user friendly?

Thank you.

I was where you are. It sounds intimidating but far easier than it sounds. Brilliant execution. Check the blog and how to videos as they cover just about anything you will encounter. Jay was awesome in his support. For me we did have some one off situations but literally had 6 folks from the builder to supporting vendors on conference calls to figure it out. Some of my favorite memories of the build listening to the wealth of knowledge on those calls.

214Chevy 04-26-2021 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by cjfirstgen (Post 712130)


Lawd Jesus!! I don't what you're talking about, but that red is popping to me. It's perfect!! I'm sure those pics don't the car any justice, but appropriate lighting will only make it that much more better. Wheels turned out great. :king:

Goosesdad 04-26-2021 07:47 AM

Excellent x 100!!

cjfirstgen 04-26-2021 10:54 AM

https://i.postimg.cc/HLKB0LGs/1008-24.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/qv1mRLjK/1008-35.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/pTFkstxQ/1008-4.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/8CsZr600/1008-48.jpg

Spiffav8 04-26-2021 11:32 AM

Insane. :confused18:

Musclerodz 04-26-2021 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by cjfirstgen (Post 712099)
Mike, they are expecting record breaking attendance. A few Ridler contenders were trying to get in the show when news of the cancellation of Detroit Autorama came down Tuesday morning. Weather looks to be great as the new this year outdoor show should be a good draw as well.

I'll probably come friday then. I have no interest fighting saturday mayhem. I will have a couple "run of the mill" cars there we did a bunch of mechanicals on, but none of our full builds I am aware of will be there.

WSSix 04-26-2021 07:05 PM

Yep, it's amazing! Fantastic work. Everyone involved should be really proud.

214Chevy 05-01-2021 12:57 PM

A friend of mine who lives in OK and went to the car show sent me pics of your car not knowing we're forum buds and that I follow your build here on Lat-g. He just knows I'm building a Camaro and sent me pics of your bad a$$ Camaro as motivation. I can post them here in your thread if you'd like. Or pm me and I can email them to you and you can post them. Just let me know. Considering how close he could get to the car, not the best pics, but still some nice shots of your awesome build.

cjfirstgen 05-03-2021 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 214Chevy (Post 712257)
A friend of mine who lives in OK and went to the car show sent me pics of your car not knowing we're forum buds and that I follow your build here on Lat-g. He just knows I'm building a Camaro and sent me pics of your bad a$$ Camaro as motivation. I can post them here in your thread if you'd like. Or pm me and I can email them to you and you can post them. Just let me know. Considering how close he could get to the car, not the best pics, but still some nice shots of your awesome build.

Thanks. You can certainly post if you would like. Here are a few I have from the show. Made the "Fine Nine"

https://i.postimg.cc/pVcBrmqS/IMG-7724.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/k4ny6800/DSC-3304.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/3Nf9HRbP/IMG-7722.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/25NGYg28/IMG-7727.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/s2PcgKNP/IMG-7728.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/9Q7bvcPn/IMG-7743.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/nc5TRXmm/IMG-7748.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/4NnBQ6YZ/IMG-7750.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/c1FF394X/IMG-7753.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/BbbcN3QN/7-D229...46-D2140-D.jpg

camcojb 05-03-2021 09:11 AM

Love that car, definitely a home run!

214Chevy 05-03-2021 12:47 PM

Thanks, but these are better than the cell phone pics I had. LOL!! Much clearer. Thanks for posting and congrats!!

Spiffav8 05-04-2021 10:18 AM

I can’t wait to see this in person.

Goosesdad 05-04-2021 10:24 AM

Fantastic!!!!!

dmc69 05-04-2021 05:44 PM

Absolutely gorgeous!

tubbed69 05-05-2021 05:37 AM

Amazing build,great work:trophy-1302:

cjfirstgen 05-05-2021 12:51 PM

Thank you all for the comments!! Looking forward to what is next with this build. Goodguy's Columbus here we come.

Here are some departing revvs...lol.


214Chevy 05-05-2021 04:04 PM

Sounds so mean.... :drive::drive:

cjfirstgen 05-11-2021 06:59 AM

What kind of cardboard monkey business is this??

https://i.postimg.cc/63TQ4366/A6-ADF...AFD92-C9-D.jpg

Rodknock 05-11-2021 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by cjfirstgen (Post 712480)
What kind of cardboard monkey business is this??

https://i.postimg.cc/63TQ4366/A6-ADF...AFD92-C9-D.jpg

:lostmarbles: :lol:

200 MPH tape for the win!!!
Awesome car man!!! Congrats!!

cjfirstgen 05-11-2021 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Rodknock (Post 712489)
200 MPH tape for the win!!!
Awesome car man!!! Congrats!!


You don't think it will hold John??:lolhit:

Rodknock 05-11-2021 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by cjfirstgen (Post 712490)
You don't think it will hold John??:lolhit:

Send it!!! haha

:lolhit:

cjfirstgen 05-15-2021 08:02 AM

Going to be a busy summer....Planning for Goodguy's in Columbus and will be in the Builder's Showcase at the NSRA Nat's at Louisville.

Brackets are temporary. Still figuring out the exhaust exit trim piece.

https://i.postimg.cc/7LFjnDp4/IMG-7800.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/N09WXLCb/IMG-7801.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/wvDZWZpm/IMG-7804.jpg

Rodknock 05-15-2021 07:09 PM

Dude, really!! Why you gotta make my junk look even junkier!!!

:lol: :lol:

cjfirstgen 05-20-2021 04:25 PM

Sealed, now primed. We designed the attachment points off existing bolts, etc with threaded stanchions for adjustability but also so it is completely removable with no trace. Trim rings for the exhaust yet to figure out.


https://i.postimg.cc/Njs7M5qF/IMG-7816.jpg

Rodknock 05-20-2021 10:00 PM

Looks awesome brother!!!

214Chevy 05-21-2021 04:51 AM

Nasty!!

syborg tt 05-22-2021 12:28 AM

Looks really nice.

So do you think GG Columbus is really going up Happen ??


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cjfirstgen 05-22-2021 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by syborg tt (Post 712769)
Looks really nice.

So do you think GG Columbus is really going up Happen ??

Thanks. Everything I read says it's a go.

cjfirstgen 06-13-2021 07:53 PM

Diffuser is done. Michigan Machine Worx is making the exhaust trim piece. We came up with a reverse NACA duct design that will be billet and powdercoated. The 3D print is a prototype to confirm fitment.

https://i.postimg.cc/QxgRngKV/image.png

https://i.postimg.cc/DfGV132r/image-1.png

https://i.postimg.cc/sDCkcHXt/image-2.png

Pic before wet sand/buff. You can see the bronze highlights but they are subtle.

https://i.postimg.cc/wBrPs0Z4/IMG-7886.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/hGv6jHy7/IMG-7898.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/cLsVqKfh/IMG-7899.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/HkBFTp2g/IMG-7900.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/tJWLbWrS/IMG-7901.jpg

214Chevy 06-13-2021 10:48 PM

It's all in the details. I like it...

Rodknock 06-14-2021 08:19 AM

Beautifully done man!!! Top level stuff!!

cjfirstgen 06-19-2021 06:30 AM

Few will notice these but they turned out amazing and are functional. Thanks to Michigan Machine Worx! Will be powder coated black. And a schedule change we are going to Des Moines Goodguy's instead of Columbus.

https://i.postimg.cc/ZncPxYBJ/E761-E...02-FA7-DFA.jpg

214Chevy 06-19-2021 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cjfirstgen (Post 713377)
Few will notice these but they turned out amazing and are functional. Thanks to Michigan Machine Worx! Will be powder coated black. And a schedule change we are going to Des Moines Goodguy's instead of Columbus.

https://i.postimg.cc/ZncPxYBJ/E761-E...02-FA7-DFA.jpg

Nice pieces Chad!! I think you're like me. Some of the things I do, people will never notice, but the fact is...I know it and it's what I want. To me, that's all that matters.

Rodknock 06-19-2021 01:23 PM

Looks great Chad!!!

69hugger 07-05-2021 08:12 AM

Saw this in Des Moines this weekend. It was too hot to really study it at length, but the level of this build is amazing (and I realized that word is wayyy overused). Stunning is an understatement. I'm not much of a red car guy, but this shade flat works, and the accents are perfect... not too much, not too little. I don't think I have ever seen better fit & finish. And that motor?... it's presence is undeniable.
Well deserved top 10 pick. Not really sure why it wasn't chosen for "of the year" finalist. I'm thinking Columbus may change that. Good luck next week Chad!

dmc69 07-05-2021 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cjfirstgen (Post 713377)
Few will notice these but they turned out amazing and are functional. Thanks to Michigan Machine Worx! Will be powder coated black. And a schedule change we are going to Des Moines Goodguy's instead of Columbus.

https://i.postimg.cc/ZncPxYBJ/E761-E...02-FA7-DFA.jpg

Amazing detail! Very cool!


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