Thanks all!:thumbsup:

There is actually a lot of room there. The bottoms of the inner fenders are not attached to anything in these pics and are way closer to the motor than they will be when completed.


The vents are functional. They house K&N air filters and there is then duct work that runs under the inner fenders to the intake.

Inner fenders further along and engine detail starting to take shape:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ne%20Bay/7.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ne%20Bay/8.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ne%20Bay/9.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/10.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/11.jpg

Looks great.

Question, do you guys put anything in the metal/body while working on it so it doesn't flash rust? About to get my 70 Chevelle blasted and then start body work/panel replacement. Was thinking about leaving it bare until metalwork is done then epoxy prime.

OH MY GOD, the build is impecable, plain awesome, every detail on it, so clean, so cool.

How did you guys form the upper aprons ? By the vent ? How many peices ? Pullmax,hammerform ?
I cant tell from the pics .





:cool:

Looking great. You guys are hauling arse on this fab work.

We leave all cars in bare metal through out the build process. While under construction we generally use just a scuff pad to keep the metal clean. When the car is ready for body work we spend a lot of time metal prepping the entire care to make sure that all rust and traces of it are gone.

Continuing fab work on the engine detail:

Beginning to fab the recessed center portion.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/12.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/13.jpg

Pocket detail added to front.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/14.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/15.jpg

Start of the upper radiator close out panel. Also fabbed a template for the grille.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/16.jpg

What are you doing for the stereo, looks like an opening left for a double din type radio. GM Factory unit perhaps?

Upper radiator close out panel completed and transitioned into the inner fenders. We went back and put a seam in the the inner fender before it meets the radiator close out panel to add more detail to it. Also have the pocket installed for the BMW hood latch.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/17.jpg

Start of the trim piece around where the engine metal work meets the close out panel.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/18.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/19.jpg

We then went back and put another seam in the forward panels coming off the intake.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/21.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/22.jpg

Everything metal finished.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/23.jpg

This metalwork is sheer ridiculousness... in a great way. Keep it up!

RS.guy's Awesome.I think you need to stop posting photo's.You are giving me a real bad head ache.:lol: :lol: I think we have another contender for SMOY.:thumbsup: Scott M.

''The Roadster Shop: because nice is not enough''

Really, guys, you've blown my mind, again, I remember the first build I saw from you was C1-RS, you've raised the bar with every new build I've seen from you, congratulations.

Thanks man!


Sorry for the headache, but we'll have a few more to post before Columbus!:lol:


Thanks Mex, this one is on par with the C1-RS... maybe even more detailed!

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/24.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/25.jpg

Start of valve cover design. Also have the center intake cover installed. We didn't like the look of the stock GM intake with with the rest of the metal work around it, so we fabbed a cover out of aluminum that had a similar look only with a more uniform rib design.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/26.jpg

Inner fenders were removed and perforated metal inserts were added to help get heat out of the engine compartment.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/27.jpg

A few completed pics of the engine bay in bare metal. I'm still blown away by how cool this turned out.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/33.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/34.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/35.jpg

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http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...e%20Bay/36.jpg

I totally want one like that, or two.

Is this goona be at columbus?

How do you keep the hood open? Isn't it heavier to keep it up since you cutted the back of it?

Incredible build! So many innovative ideas, sick fab work and skills! :wow:

I don't what to say, I'm speechless...........:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

idk about anyone else, but i am exicited and ready to go to columbus to see this thing and others. Looks to be a good smoy lineup.

Re-shape of the fender to add a more aggressive look and meet up with the 1-off headlights that GAC/Millwerks machined up for us.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ightcut2-1.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ovator/122.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ovator/123.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ovator/124.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ovator/125.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ovator/126.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ovator/127.jpg

It keeps getting better and better!!!

As my beloved grandmother (recently passed away) would say. "If you give me that car and shove a feather up your butt we'll both be tickled!!!"

SOOO one Street Machine of the Year is not enough for you guys??? :cheers: Outstanding just outstanding!!!

It is way too early for that! There is going to be a pretty serious showing of cars this year from what I have heard. We'll be happy to make it in the top 5.

We really try to build each car better than the previous one. You learn a lot on each build that can be applied to the next one. We have a very motivated/competitive crew of guys that always tries to one up themselves and build something better than they just did.

I can honestly say that I've never heard that one before!:rofl:
Sorry to hear about your grandmother though.

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

May your grandma RTP!! And keep them LOL up there!!!

I was wondering why I didn't have any talent. Its because you took it all. I think this is going to be my all time favorite car. :thumbsup:

Burning the midnight oil on the last leg before Columbus. Here are a few of the 1-off billet parts for the car.

"RS" center lock wheels
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...arts/wheel.jpg

Shift knob, a/c controls, and vents
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...Picture169.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...Picture180.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...Picture172.jpg

I'm not sure if words can do the headlights justice so.....

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...ightcut2-1.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...dlightcut1.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...htcropped4.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...htcropped1.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/s...htcropped5.jpg

Its only 3 am there... Keep rollin! Looking good guys!

Being out east, you should see the sun first. So let us know when it is headed our way!

Phil

I wont give you any crap today if you sleep in. Man you guys were up late!

See you tomorrow

You care about everything. EVERYTHING! Cool.














MY GOD THAT'S AWESOME.

Headlights
 

Are you guys going to market those headlights? I'd be interested in a pair....

My GOD!!!!.....Salvadore Dali, Picasso, Da'Vinci, Michaelangelo and Andy Warhol would all be jealous of those fine pieces of art you call "headlights." I want a pair and I don't even own a Nova. But, just in case I ever get one.... LOL!!

Headlights are sweet.

uhm is this car done and heading for Columbus ???