GP Super Store Member Appreciation Days

[ProdigyCustoms]

Hello all,

It's has been a while since we sent a newsletter. There is a lot going on at GP Super Store and Prodigy Customs. So much I am not sure where to start so I may jump around a bit.

It's out anniversary!!!!

June 28th was our Official GP Super Store 2nd Anniversary

In just our second full year we already have 2500 members! And as membership grows, so does our buying power, which in return increases member savings for everyone. We have exceeded every performance goal for sales we have set, and are setting new goals daily as the concept of Group Buying Power spreads and new members join. We are adding some terrific new products and continuing to create kits to make conversions and installations easier. For example our Wilwood Total Car brake packages have been a huge success. Nobody can touch our deals on these complete kits, and no one has a complete kit like ours using the best brakes in the industry. We are manufacturing more of our own products and offering them at discounted prices exclusively to our members. For example, over 150 members enjoyed our awesome stainless steel bolt kits. These kits were priced below other competitors stainless kits available and included 30% harder to find hardware and clips. In fact we may need to apologize for being a bit tardy getting some those kits out as we were truly caught off guard by the overwhelming response and volume of orders. It won't happen again; in fact the bolt kits will be a stock item soon. We have a couple new products to announce later in this letter, but most exciting news for you is our Member Appreciation sale.

Announcing our 2nd Anniversary Member Appreciation Days July 15 – 31, 2007

So in celebration of our 2nd anniversary, we are doing a Membership Appreciation Days sale for GP Super Store members only. From July 15 – 31, 2007, Any active member, including NEW MEMBERS, is entitled to an ADDITIONAL discount during the month of July. The discount program recognizes both active members, new members that have never purchased before, and also offers even more additional discounts to members that have made purchases in the past.

Any active member during the month of July, even if they have never bought anything from GP Super Store are entitled to an additional discount of 5% up to $50 maximum on any product we sell. This discount is available to all active members and no previous purchase is required to receive this discount. So if you have been hovering around and afraid to pull the trigger, this is your chance to start Group Buying and Saving.

Now for members who have purchased from us already, you are getting additional discounts on your next purchase as a show of our appreciation. Previous buyers will receive additional discounts based on your total purchases. For every $1000 you have spent between June 28, 2005 to July 15, 2007, you will receive a additional discount of 1% per $1000 spent up to a total of 5% additional percent, on top of the all members 5% discount. This extra 1% per $1000 spent is capped at 5% additional and is offered on any product we sell. So if you have spent $2000 with GPSuperStore.com, you will receive a additional discount total of 7%. If you have spent $5000 or more with GPSuperStore.com, you will receive a additional total discount of 10% on any one time purchase on any product we sell.

This 10% is a major savings, especially if you are looking at a larger purchase such as Forgeline, Moser, FAST, this could add up to $200 to $400!!! So take advantage of this opportunity now.

NEW PRODUCTS

We have some exciting new products

Exhaust.

We have been getting a lot of request for exhaust systems. So we have expanded our exhaust lines to also include MagnaFlow, Flowmaster, MBRP. No one can touch our prices on complete systems, and we have great pricing on components also.

Even More Brake Parts.

We are now a direct distributor for factory style disc brake conversions and parts, to go along with our Wilwood and SSBC lines. We have KILLER deals on Power Brake Boosters including factory style boosters, both stamped and non stamped in correct rainbow cadmium plating. We have 7" and 8" dual diaphragm booster in Cadmium plated, Stainless, and chrome. We have master cylinders that are officially licensed GM restoration products along with natural or chrome factory Corvette Style masters, Aluminum master cylinders, also we various distribution blocks and proportioning valves in natural, polished and chrome finishes. Add to that Classic Tube and the Right stuff detailing hard lines, and the Prodigy Brake Stop is truly your one stop brake store.

Tremec Transmissions

We are happy to announce our becoming an Authorized distributor for Tremec Transmissions. We will now have Tremec transmissions and installation kits available very soon

Accel DFI

Adding to our Fuel injection line along with Holley and FAST. We are now direct Accel DFI distributors and have a tuning expert to come with it, along with a network of tuners around the country. Also we want to announce Accel as a sponsor on project EmptyNest. We are really excited about using this awesome EFI set up, look for installation details to follow.

Art Morrison Chassis

We are proud to announce we are Art Morrison Chassis dealers. We have sold a few of their awesome new Camaro Subframes, and everyone loves them. Combine this awesome product with our various rear suspensions, and you have the makings for one bad G machine.

Also, Congratulations to Art and Craig Morrison for there top 5 pick at Goodguy’s Columbus. Awesome car guy’s, simply awesome!

Chris Alston Chassis Works

Chris Alston manufactures the awesome Vari-Shocks, along with there own line of Subframes, front clips and rear suspension set ups. We have sold a bunch of the awesome new G Bar 4 link suspension kits for early F bodies. This impressive kit is the best deal in the industry for eliminating the rear leafs and getting a magnificent rear suspension under the car, all in a bolt in design with only minor welding required.

[ProdigyCustoms]

Some new people in the company.

I am happy to announce that the brothers are back together again! A few weeks ago my brother Dave joined the team at Prodigy Customs to help Michael run the shop, and to work on special projects. It’s been almost 20 years since I trained little brother auto body repair. He is one of the most accomplished fabricators and body men I have ever known. David spent the last 20 years working for the top shops in town doing bodywork and running shops while running his own custom fabrication shop on the side. He has great people skills, a all around nice guy, and is a welcome addition to our team. It’s kind of nice for us all to be together again, mom sure likes coming by for lunch and seeing both her boys at once, LOL! For those wondering, I still very much make the day to day designing and decisions for the Prodigy Customs shop, and are very active in all aspects of the builds. David will just see my wishes through allowing me to focus more time on tech with store and shop customers, procuring new products, and doing more install tech features, etc. Look for more awesome new products and kits Dave will lead development on, and if you see him around the shows, be sure to say hey.

Team Prodigy Kicks Ass at The Year One Experience

Team Prodigy took 4 cars to the Year One Experience in Braselton, Ga.. The 4 cars included the perennial favorite, Billy’s Goat 1965 GTO which debuted at SEMA 2005 belonging to Bill Howell of Pigeon Forge, Kevin Newcomer’s of Miami 1969 Firebird “Eternity” which debuted at SEMA 2006, Our newly finished Prodigy Vette belonging to Rick Erickson of Jacksonville, and our own Michael’s driver, 1986 Monte Carlo SS. When the show was over we left with 3 first place trophy’s and one second place out of a 440 car field of killer cars. We also arranged 3 magazine features for 3 of the cars, one catalog cover for the Billy Goat (Year Ones GTO catalog cover car will be Billy’s Goat) and a TV interview and segment on the Prodigy Vette. I am so proud of my crew. They absolutely busted ass to get all the cars ready, and the effort really paid off. Besides the show, a few of the cars also made some hot laps around the Road Atlanta Road Coarse, and tore up the autocross. Winning trophy’s and racing all at the same time. Now that’s fun!

You can see some of the cars in the new Prodigy Customs projects section on the forum

Prodigy Customs sponsors the Chip Foose Progeri Charity Poker Tournament and car show, Michael gets a personal invite from Chip Foose for Overhaulin!

Oh wow what a weekend. Prodigy Customs was one of the sponsors for the Chip Foose / Year One Progeria Charity poker Tournament and car show. Chip had a 16 Y/O sister that died from Progeria (http://www.progeriaresearch.org/) which is a devastating pre mature aging disease. Chip is very active in Progeria research and support and holds a invitational Texas hold um Charity Poker tournament and car show once a year, and it is really a big hit. Over $100K was raised for the charity, and after learning more about this disease, we will be getting a bit more involved. The poker tournament was held at Milt Robson’s gorgeous car barn which houses one of the most fantastic muscle car collections in the world. Milt s the nicest guy anyone could meet, and host this invitation only event. 72 people played a Texas Hold Um tourney on Friday night with the winner getting a crate engine, and second place (won by my good friend Tom) got a set of Foose wheels of his choice. There were so many industry giants there I cannot name them all, but at my first table I sat beside the owner of Metal Crafters, Metal Crafters build the Big 3 concept cars, John Forces funny car bodies, The Chip Foose coupes, to name a few and Mike was the nicest guy in the world, and we got a personal invite to tour the facility, I can not wait!), the owner of Dynamat and Eaton were a few other notables at the first table. I went out early, but that was fine it allowed me to have a few cocktails and mingle. It was awesome.

Saturday was the car show and 100 cars entered the Foose picks section, and another couple hundred joined the regular show. The foose picks is limited to 100 cars and is $100 per car. Each car / owner in the Foose picks area gets to meet Chip, pictures, and a few minutes to show Chip your car. As a sponsor we really were not eligible for awards, but we did do the Foose pick to further donate to the cause and we wanted Chip to meet Michael and see Project Prodigy. Anyone that knows anything about Prodigy Customs knows this is all about me and Michael building these cars. I / We have been rewarded of Michael’s accomplishments in many ways including magazine features on Michaels Prodigy, Features on the Prodigy Customs shop, awards and accolades from friends and industry big wigs. But nothing compares to Chip Foose personally asking Michael for his business card, and inviting Michael to Overhaulin. At the show on Saturday, After inspecting Michael’s car, Chip was dually impressed enough to invited Michael to be on Overhaulin. Now I am not sure, but I bet not many personal invites from Chip fly around. Chip thought Michael’s car was “VERY COOL” in his words, and he looked it over, under, in and out asking Michael many questions, almost “quizzing” him to verify he did indeed build the car. It was after his inspection the invite came.

“I have to ask you something, you want to be on Overhaulin?”

Oh man, did I do good or what! I almost died! So I am proud as hell and not afraid to tell everyone. To have taught this kid what he knows and him to be recognized by The Man himself…………Those of you that have children are sure to understand.

We do not have any dates yet for the show, but it sounds like it will be one of the first new shows as overhaulin is being re released. That is all the information I can give about the show, but it is coming back.

[ProdigyCustoms]

Projects at our Prodigy Customs Shop.


Well, the shop is buried with killer projects right now. Here's a quick list and you can see pics at:

http://www.gpsuperstore.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=15

Lisa’s EmptyNest 69 Firebird Convertible

So we started on Lisa’s SEMA project EnptyNest and found some surprises, lot’s of rust! There are some great action shots of Lisa getting dirty as she is doing a lot of this car with Michael and I. Lisa is a girly girl, but I give her a lot of credit for getting right in there. They made short work of the new full floor and cowl, and are working on the fully smooth firewall as we speak. We got some really exciting news as All Pontiac (www.allpontiac.com and Jim Butler Performance (www.jbp-pontiac.com) have teamed up to build a killer 535CI / 800HP ALL ALUMINUM monster, toped with a custom Wilson (www.wilsonmanifolds.com) sheetmetal tuned port style intake and a fogger system for good measure. We cannot believe our good fortune. To have Jim Butler build your Pontiac is like having Grumpy Jenkins build your Chevrolet. With the nitrous this puppy will easily make 1000HP on pump gas! Moser (www.Moserengineering.com) has stepped up and is supplying a killer bullet proof Moser 60 complete with a 33 spline Tru Track differential and 3.73 gears. One of our own TKO 600 kits will transfer the power from motor to the tires. And speaking of wheels and tires. My boys at Forgeline (www.Forgeline.com) stepped up to build the custom one of a kind 3 piece Snowflake wheels for the project. We could not be more proud to be aligned with Forgeline, the best wheels anywhere. Staying faithful to the industries best brakes, we are thrilled Wilwood (www.Wilwood.com) is supplying the 14” 6 piston front / 14” 4 piston rear brake set up, complete with polish calipers to shine through the custom wheels. Look for constant updates on this project, and watch it come together before your eyes.



Bruce’s 1967 Chevelle's SS 396, 572CI Pro Touring Conversion

Were just finishing this beautiful 1967 Chevelle's SS that belongs to a loyal customer of 18 years. Bruce and I did our first work together when I helped him with his 985 point 69 Z28, and his 978 point 69 396 / 375 Camaro’s back in 1989 when we were both a lot younger. Bruce brought me this Chevelle in pretty good shape. The car was basically a restored SS396 car with a wrong motor, 4 speed, and a 4 wheel factory style disc conversion. We pulled the motor, transmission and rear and replaced them with a ALL ALUMINUM 572 CI Bill Mitchell motor making 751HP and 704 TQ. Backed with a TKO 600 and a Moser 12 bolt 33 spline Tru Track rear. Let me tell you, it is anything but a bolt in squeezing that 572 in there. The long stroke and increased deck height makes for a very tight fit requiring extensive oil pan modification, frame notching, etc to make it fit. Combined with a complete Hotchkis TVS kit, ATS / Lee steering box, And tubular upper and lower arms, this Chevelle's is a sweetheart of a driver that will cruise anywhere, and is capable of kicking much ass.

Roberts 1957 Chevy 283 Power pack / 572CI Pro Touring Conversion.

Not to be out done by his brother in law Bruce. When Robert took a ride in Bruce’s Chevelle, He pulled his restored 57 Chevy in the shop for the same treatment. This one I am going to hell for according to the restoration guys, LOL! This car just scored 975 at Classic Chevy Internationals National Convention in February of this year in the original restored class. This car came to us on Gangster Whitewalls, 283 Power pack motor with 2 X 4 barrels, overdrive 3 speed. All that original drivetrain is on the floor and the new ALL ALUMINUM 572CI Bill Mitchell motor, just like Bruce’s, and TKO 600 are in and ready to fire up today. Along with the monster 758HP beast, a Moser 33 spline 12 bolt went in, along with a coil over rear suspension conversion with everything moved inboard so we could fit 315 drag radials under it on 17” TT2s. Up front we did a rack and pinion conversion, along with tubular upper and lower arms, and a QA1 coil over conversion. We also added a Gen IV Vintage Air and IDidIt Column for a little more comfort inside.

Robert is one cool cat and told me yesterday he was not paying the final bill until I made a few passes at the dragstrip with this badd ass 57 when it is finished. He is a little bit nervous to do it himself, but wants to see it go! OK, I admit it, I LOVE MY JOB! We will make some half track passes until I get used to launching it and then make one Hale Mary pass. And then they throw us out for going to fast! I’ve been thrown out of nicer places!

Tom’s Awesome 1968 427CI SB2 Camaro Convertible

Tom is a good friend and business acquaintance of mine. Tom dropped off his killer 68 Camaro convertible for us to do the Prodigy Magic on. An awesome 427CI SB2 (Nascar headed) small block is the heart and sole of this one. A custom Wilson intake and Fuel injection set up feed the beast controlled with a Accel DFI set up. Backed with a TKO600 into a Moser 33 spline 12 bolt with 3.73 cogs, this thing is going to be all business! Built with both Street / Race and Pro Touring influences, the little (little, HA) SB2 Camaro should rock the house. Tom WILL race this thing and is looking for 10 second ET slips! We are in the process of finish painting the car, changing a few things, adding a Prodigy roll bar, a sound system and a custom interior. Look for Tom’s Camaro to be prowling the street of East Brunswick very soon

Nathan’s 1969 Camaro Convertible

Nathan’s car is a bit of a rescue. Nathan is the nicest guy anyone could ever know, and he was getting screwed by a shop in Destin, Florida. Nathan is in the Air Force, and we have a little extra in our hearts for the guys that protect our country. So we are kind of jamming his car into our rotation, but we will get some special satisfaction from this one. We are working it into our production to make his dream finally come true . The 69 Camaro convertible is getting the Pro Touring treatment including a LS2 / 6 speed. A Hotchkis TVS kit, Big brakes, 4th generation seats. Look for some big moves on this car in the next few weeks.

Jose’s 1968 Camaro coupe

Jose comes to us from Miami with this 68 couple Camaro. Jose owns some killer cars already including a 900HP C5 ZO6 and a twin turbo 06 ZO6. So this thing will have to be brutal. Jose’s car is getting one of World products new Warhawk blocks built to 440CI with their LS7 style heads. A one off Wilson intake will feed the beast. Horsepower projections are in the 700HP naturally aspirated range. Backed with a TKO600, Moser 12 bolt, Fatman Subframe, Chris Alston G bar, 14” Wilwood brakes, this thing will have all the Pro Touring requirements and then some

Andrew’s One Owner LOADED 1970 GTO convertible

Andrews grandfather bought this killer super loaded 1970 GTO convertible brand new. Andrews Father drove the car in high school and made out in the back seat. Andrew has wanted this thing as long as he can remember. Andrews dad and he are doing this dream project together. Their dream turned into a nightmare as the car ended up in body shop hell for the better part of a year, so we rescued the project for them and are doing the body and paint work. They have the frame ready to go and it looks fantastic. The car is loaded with options like 455, A/C, power Top, Power windows, and its original red! They have done a few mild bolt on Pro touring mods like Wilwood brakes and Hotchkis suspension, march pulleys, etc. but for the most part this family airlome needs to stay close to the way it has always been remembered, as grandpa’s cool car!

Mike’s 1984 Camaro Z28 Street / Racer

Mike 84 Camaro is going to be a badd puppy! Were building a ProCharged F1R feed 383CI motor, backed by a TCI Powerglide, into a 9” rear. We are looking for high 8 second ETs in the 148 range from a true pump gas street cruiser. It’s kind of fun to do another street racer as I still love drag cars. We will get some video when we get her out. This is another one I will be “forced” to performance test! It’s a rough job but someone has to do it!

Patrick’s Awesome 68 Camaro coupe

Patrick owns one of the few local cars we do. Most of our stuff comes in from out of state, or out of town. Patrick is my insurance agent and insures about every body shop in the state. We are proud that he selected prodigy Customs to do the paint and body on his cool Camaro. Powered by a Kenny bell blown LS1, backed with a Tremec 6 speed and a 9” rear, Patrick’s car is going to be a power full Pro Touring car. And with 13” brakes wrapped with 315 X 18 rubber, it is going to have plenty of turning and stopping ability. Going a gorgeous silver with red interior, we expect this one to be a stunner.

We have a project for sale

Marks 1968 Camaro Coupe

Mark’s 68 Camaro is receiving a full sheetmetal treatment and body work. It is kind of funny, mark got pretty deep into this project before he realized he really wants a 69 Camaro. So this mini tubbed, Art Morrison chassis, G bar rear, 68 Coupe is available for sale, complete with a spot in our shop for completion. So anyone interested can avoid our 1 year waiting list and get a finished prodigy built car in just a few months. In other words, the buyer of this car gets marks slot in the shop. Pricing is up in the air depending on what is included, you should call to discuss your needs. In the meantime Mark and I are already on the hunt for a 69 project car and putting together a plan for possibly SEMA 2008

Whew! My fingers are sore. In closing, thanks again for being members, and tell your friends. And if there is a new product you want, be sure to use the wanted GP section!


Thanks,
Frank, Lisa, Michael and Dave Serafine

[Todds69]

Congrats! to you all at Prodigy Customs. I can jut imagine how proud you must feel and how sore you fingers are
from typing.

p.s. I have a Camaro for Michael to take to California to be Overhauled.