1969 Amx-ls3

[Autokraft]

Jimi,

Are you really planning on driving it to SEMA?

Car looks great!

See you at the LS Fest!

[Jimi-FM3]

Originally Posted by Autokraft

Jimi,

Are you really planning on driving it to SEMA?

Car looks great!

See you at the LS Fest!

Yup, that's the plan - I'm hooking up with a group of guys including Albert Melchior to drive across the country then display at SEMA.

[coolwelder62]

Originally Posted by Jimi-FM3

Yup, that's the plan - I'm hooking up with a group of guys including Albert Melchior to drive across the country then display at SEMA.

Sound's great Jimi.

[Jimi-FM3]

WOW! Where do I event start? It's been a great week at SEMA and the OUSCI and I'm proud to say that AMXess held her own against some of the coolest and baddest cars on the planet.

SEMA week was a big hit as AMXess debuted in the Centerforce Clutches booth, right across the isle from GM. We couldn't have asked for a better spot and it was surrounded by people all day every day. The Centerforce team got exactly what they wanted, something to draw people to the booth, and they expressed their pleasure many times. I can't thank them enough for their sponsorship and the opportunity to show off AMXess on the worlds largest car stage!

Next, AMXess was invited to the OPTIMA Ultimate Street Car Invitational at Spring Mountain Motorsports Park on Saturday. Many of you know that I'm the Race Director for OUSCI, so I couldn't drive, but the rules allow the builder of record to drive the car. Randy Johnson at D&Z Customs builds one hell of a fine car - all of his recent builds have been invited to OUSCI. How's that for a resume? Well, he was quick to say yes when I asked him to drive.

He did a great job and AMXess finished 16th overall against the finest cars and drivers ever assembled at OUSCI and took home a top 10 finish in the Raybestos Performance Design competition.

There are a few of you out there I'd like to thank personally:

Randy Johnson - you did a fantastic job and helped make a lifelong dream come true.

James Shipka, Mary Pozzi - you guys are awesome friends and I really appreciate your unending encouragement and enthusiasm.

James Shipka (again) and Ron Schwarz - your cars have provided a very clear vision and inspiration for AMXess.

Wally Olczak - my business partner who has put up with me and AMXess over the last year and a half.

All my sponsors - AMXess is a tribute to the manufacturers and vendors that make this hobby so much fun. I can't thank you enough.

Forum members - for your advice, feedback and continuing encouragement

My wife Jo - who has put up with my sh!t for 20 years and without her support, I wouldn't be able to do what I do. I'm certain you will be nominated for sainthood shortly after you die! Patience is truly a virtue!

There are many others and you know who you are. I couldn't be more proud and excited to come out and mix it up at many of the 2012 events!

[coolwelder62]

Jimi,The AMX was cool.I think Randy would have finished higher if I hadn't pulled a few of the spark plug wires off. Had a great time,Thank's.

[56pickup]

Jimi! The AMX looks sick! Glad to be able to see it in person!

On a side note didnt know you were from milwaukee! Hope to see you crusin around some time!

[GregWeld]

Jimi -- Can't tell you how excited I was to walk around the corner on Tuesday morning and see that car! I saw it and immediately knew who's it was...

Loved it!

Thanks for taking your time to discuss trucks with me a bit too! And Wally for showing me around one!

Can't wait to see you all again "somewhere".... Del Mar maybe.

[asifnyc]

congrats, the car looks amazing!

[clill]

Car turned out killer. That is the perfect body style. Can we get small lettering under the drivers door window that says "This is Jimmy"

[XcYZ]

Originally Posted by clill

Can we get small lettering under the drivers door window that says "This is Jimmy"

I wonder how many people will get that joke.