Tyler, that will be a very sweet day for sure. Love the pictures, thanks.

Lookin good Tyler.Will it be ready for Optima shoot out this year.If it get's finished in time I will ride w/you this year.:lol: :thumbsup: Scott.

Bad azz... glad it's back on track!

These guys work fast. Already aligned the entire front end and installed the hood. Usually takes me a few days to get gaps that good.

http://i26.tinypic.com/w8kymg.jpg

http://i28.tinypic.com/2hxwxn8.jpg

That's all for today.

Tyler

Those tube ends behind the facia look like a good basis for a vehicular artillery option

So what is the plan for the engine and drivetrain?

Will the rockers be extended to match the airdam?

Tyler,

Really like the header panel placement. When the fenders get pie cut and reshaped to match, look out. It might be back just a bit far. The engine will be in the front seat! The project will have to be renamed 40/60! That will be one slick MOFO!:hail:

Glad to see it back underway. Keep us posted!:thumbsup:

Here is a pic I have of the rocker molding mocked up to give you an idea of what we have in store. I might put the wheels on it and see how it fits next week since all the major stuff is landed. I have a few things to get in order first on the car.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...hoppics005.jpg

That is looking sweet!!:thumbsup:

Update for the weekend:

Floors are coming along very nicely.

http://i28.tinypic.com/fs3t0.jpg

http://i27.tinypic.com/2jfix4j.jpg

Wheel test fit:

Inside drivers front:
http://i32.tinypic.com/2d9xr2c.jpg

Front view; looks like I'll be doing a wide body front and rear 68 body now:
http://i28.tinypic.com/30a8ia0.jpg

Drivers side shot at ride height:
http://i25.tinypic.com/utsee.jpg

Can't wait to see the 3/4 shot with both front and rear wheels, even if they stick out past the sheetmetal.

Have a good weekend boys.

Tyler

the car is going to be killer for sure.something about that front air dam that just looks to ricey for my taste.no disrespect intended ,just imagine if everyone liked everythin g the same it would be a boring world.same with the side skirts.the way the chassis is
built it just seems like the exterior should be brought up a few notches to match the awsum skeleton underneath.good luck i cant wait to see it painted.

I want to know also Tyler?

Would like to know also. O yeah. This car going to be, sick!!

Awesome!
 

I love seeing this car come together! I've been following it since back on CamaroZ28.com! Thanks for updating us on the progress!!

So I was gone most of August and half of September in Europe; London, Amsterdam, Prague, Paris, and Rome. Rodger did get a few things rolling when they had time.
They did the front A pillar down tubes of the cage, mounted the Tilton pedals, fab'd new engine mounts to set the engine back for use of my Sidewinder accessory drive, re-made the torque tube, and re-installed the drivetrain.

I only have a few pics, and they don't show much, but an update is an update.
Checking HRE wheel clearance.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...uly2010001.jpg
New laser cut engine mounts
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...ust2010038.jpg
Same thing, different angle
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...ust2010039.jpg
Engine setback is now very much into the firewall, and at least 2 inches behind the front axle centerline
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...ust2010028.jpg
Torque tube all installed
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...ust2010029.jpg

Tyler

very cool - it's nice to see progress on it- floor looks trick

How much is the engine recessed back in the firewall? Also how much clearance is there between the outside of the torque tube and the inside of the tunnel? Im doing the same thing in my 68 and havent decide on how much clearance I was going to give.

Very nice. That is a great build.:thumbsup:

So what kind of speed potential do the little red x's give you...:P

Tyler,Rodger look's real cool.Cant wait to see more.:thumbsup:

Rodger uploaded a few more pictures that are current.

Pretty A pillar tubes.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...ber2010060.jpg

Engine is set back very deep into the firewall at this point; I'm guessing 7-8 inches but it's hard to tell with the new fisheye lens my boy picked up.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...ber2010061.jpg

Sweet. Tilton pedals are mounted. Now I need to get off my ass an choose a Sparco seat, get a steering column, and wheel to get me all set up.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...ber2010062.jpg

A pillar bars again.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/t...ber2010063.jpg

Tyler

Did you notice the "Rolled" A pillar crossbar? Oh Yeah boy...

I did - - - - -- - - That's a nice touch. It's also something that your average fab shop, probably can't easily do......... You "show-off" :unibrow:

Well We are just and average fab shop with tube roller, that's all, really I just wanted to be able to see out of the car when Tyler hires me to wheel the car for him. He can be the car owner and I can be the wheel man, but I'm not dying my hair blue to be on your team, Blue hair is for monster truck drivers.

I'm keeping the car green so that the Monster Energy decals will go on easier. Just wait until I let Ken Block get in this bad boy. I hope my new DC Shoes will fit those Tilton pedals.

Now will you stop being a pu$$y and cut my fenders and quarter panels apart?

Tyler

And old women!!!!!

http://images.clipartof.com/small/94...-Blue-Hair.jpg

What seat do you guys think for a street/track car?

I'd like a Sparco. Here are the 3 I was looking at:

Sparco Circuit seat for $870 each
http://assets0.saferacer.com/images/P/00892F_1_lg.jpg

Sparco Pro ADV for $850 each
http://assets0.saferacer.com/images/P/00867FAZ_1_lg.jpg

Or the Sparco Corsa for $730 each.
http://assets0.saferacer.com/images/P/00887F_1_lg.jpg

The first two will limit my blind spot viewing on the street but are HANS compatiable and would offer the best protection for me, where as the Corsa would be great for street visibility, but not as safe in a racing environment.
Have any of you guys used any of these in a street/track car?

Tyler

Ouch.

Great build. That engine is set back pretty far.
Looking good guys!:thumbsup:

Rodger,

Please verify: You are using an aluminum Corvette front crossmember, and that the engine placement is correct relative to the cross member.


--Eric

The engine is 3.5" back from stock. The torque tube is stock length and there is room to run Tyler's Sidewinder system on the front of the engine now.

We plan to relocate the firewall back.

Nope.

Factory cradles, yes. Engine placement is further rearward than factory. Those laser cut mounts shown moved it 2 inches further back (maybe more) to allow for my Sidewinder accessory drive and so I could use a factory length torque tube.

Tyler

Rodger & Tyler,

Thanks for the response.



--Eric

Just a friendly jab - - -;)

OK - back on topic - sorry.

I'm not sure what Tyler plans to do with the car but will having the A piller rolled like that still pass tech at say Silver State? I'm not sure how stingy they are about the rules or if he is even planning to run there. Just wanted to ask in case someone knew.

I'm not sure why it would be an issue. I would think it would make the cage stronger. Now if it was the opposite direction I could see that being and issue.
I'm open if you know something I don't know. They have radius cages in alot of offroad sanctioning bodies so it must not be an issue there.

In terms of looks, i like teh Pro ADV or the Corsa. Not sure where or how often youre gonna be racing it and needing a HANS device so obviously your decision rests there. The carbon fiber on the Circuit does look sick though. Makes sense to put it in the car being as you work at that one carbon fiber place or something

sweet

I'd go with Corsa if your driving it on the street......