rear tires need to come out an inch, do that and then repost pic:thumbsup:

Like some other people said, I would bring the rear wheels out a little more, and they will be perfect! Looking good.:thumbsup: Thanks for the updates.


Paul

sweet-thanks guys for the input- I think they need to come out too- but I wanted the car to sit low- and there is no room- back to my problem- if they are out- then the car can't sit where I want it- if it is slammed the wheels are in too far and it looks like an old-school pro-street car-

I'll play with it some more this week-end-thanks again-Chris:D

If they need to be in that far for clearance, leave 'em. Hard to tell at those angles, but they look fine to me.

You are probably already aware of this (if you are planning on running disc brakes) but make sure you take into account the rotor dimensions,
(usually .250 on each side)

thanks- you are right on the money they are .250 pretty thick

which brings up a whole other question regarding brakes but I will save for a later post

The first time around I had my wheels (Intros) too far under the car and it never looked right....so I ordered new wheels (Fikse) with less backspacing. You only need a .5" or so of clearance...it looks like yours can come out a bit.

The 67-8 quarters make this a challenge for sure. Even when the wheels/tires are out as far as possible they still look well under the car. Look at pics of Penny and my car, they are pulled out afap to work with a stock lip, but still look like they could come out a pinch...don't beat yourself up here...just make it perfect! ;)

good advise thanks Tony

All good advice here. When I measure up custom fitment, I leave .375" of clearance to the outer fender, and at least .750" of clearance to the inner fender. The inner fender is where it would potentially rub first with body roll, the outer fender just needs enough to clear the top corner of the tire, and come over. Looks like you are getting close, looking forward to seeing the car in Columbus!

wilwood brakes came today!!
 

hey guys just got my Wilwood rear brake set-up nice stuff, got it from Dutchman Motorsports

I took your advise on the rear-end I am sending it out tomorrow- I moved the wheels out 1.5 inches or basically : .75 each side..more pics coming soon-Chris

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day 107 til show time
 

all body work is roughed in and the rear-end is installed. I went with a Ford 9" with a center section from Randy's ring and pinion. nice guys and great products
big day for me!!!


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Chris

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The car is looking good Chris, keep the progress pictures coming.:thumbsup:

Now that's progress! Looking awesome!! :thumbsup:

besides great wheels .....it is nice to see such nice body lines with your gaps ....keep up great work ;)

from hub to hub what is your axel width? and what size wheels are those

thanks guys for the encouragement. lots of late nights ahead

the wheels are 19x10 i think with 4.25 backspace and 56.5 rear end width with discs installed, car is mini-tubbed with lots of room on the inside

talk to you soon-Chris

Great progress the car is looking awesome..:thumbsup:

Looks Great Chris
 

Jason sent me some photos. The wheels look killer on there. I hope to get some of the Rushforths on my Nova SS that is getting going. I can't wait to see your car painted. FRED D

Chris, have you shot any color yet?? ;)

you need to post some pics up of your car too fred... Beautiful car... and you have a hookup for cool shirts too :_paranoid

Stance/wheels look great Chris!

thanks for the encouragement guys:lateral:

as much as I love block-sanding.. I can't wait to start screwing this thing back together.

Paint is a little over a week away.

A little update on the parts collection:
I bought a AAW kit from one of their vendors last week at the Portland Swap Meet...very impressed, it even came with my new ignition switch and keys!

the 6.0 will be done at the machine shop next week.

and I have the rear-end all assembled with Randy's ring and pinion 3.89's I think that 'll work out good for the trip

in the midst of a full-time job I am a week away from being done with my Bachelor's degree 20 years after high school! Am I too old to park in the "young guns" parking?

anyways deadline is still looking good..many pics coming up soon -Chris

Oh yea..Fred-GET YOUR CAR ON HERE!!

Chris

Who is Fred? Does he live close to us??

ya a met him through JJayR, he has a beautiful 1 Gen with air-ride killer car!

Fred's a good buddy of mine and even drove my wife to the altar in the Camaro at our wedding!

Very cool! The NW is sure growing, PT car wise!! We alll need to get together for the July GG show!!

Great Progress!! I like the wheels alot! Car looks awesome even in primer! :thumbsup:


Tim

Looking good Chris, wheels look killer :thumbsup: How is the motor coming along? Got any pics?

deadlines, deadlines
 

well guys the car is comming along great, BUT, reality is setting in on how much work is required for quality straight body panels. soo...I'm still about a month away before paint..can't rush this part...No columbus this year:mad:

I am starting to rush and it's time to slow down and do things right. I'll still keep pics coming- Chris

STill Sanding
 

here's an update pic. it may not look too different, but I've been working a ton of hours getting the gaps right and block sanding. I'm glad some talented people stopped by to teach me a few tricks.

getting closer. Engine is almost done. all the new exterior parts bumpers, grill, are here. AAW wiring kit, etc. etc.

I am trying to decide on a silver, any thoughts??- Chris

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Car is looking great. Porsche Artic Silver :thumbsup:

thanks, I'll check it out, any idea what year they used it??

The code is 92T/X1 or 92U/X1 The color goes back to 1998 and is in my 2003 color books . Looks to be nice Silver..

thanks, I'll check it out, any idea how to get the bow out of an aftermarket hood? I've got it close but it still sticks up about 1/8- almost a 1/4 inch next to the fenders-Chris

Did you try to adjust the hinges to lower the hood?? If you did this and it still to high we use a block of wood usually a 12 inch 2x4. If you lay the 2x4 along the "EDGE" and use a heavy mallet you should be able to take the bow out .. You should'nt have to hit the 2x4 hard just a few lite blows should do it .. The key is to keep the 2x4 along the edge you won't do any damage to the hood as long as its on the edge.
Mario

sweet, I'll give it a try, I adjusted the hinges down till the rear corners were too low..I knew a 2x4 would be involved somewhere, I just didn't know the right technique- Thanks- chris

Lines look great Chris. I tossed back and forth, black silver black silver. I think silver is a great choice. I've always liked Mercedes Benz Iridium Silver. I've also really liked this build and color by Travis B. The cars on this site are a great inspiration.

Thanks Lenie, can't wait to see your car!! Yes I love the Mercedes silvers and that's kind of the direction I've been going. did you get the car home yet?

Looks good Chris.

Very Nice
 

Hi Chris I just looked at you thread very nice progress. looks good. Can't wait to see it in color.
Wayne

Chris, how's the ride coming?