1963 Fairlane at the Roadster Shop

[tones2SS]

Originally Posted by Musclerodz

I see a trend coming where these cars will look more and more stock, but everything underneath will be all new technology just like this fairlane. Very cool touches.

I agree. I actually like that idea and would love to do that someday.

[pahela2]

I am new to the forum but not to RS cars, as I am a big fan of your work.
I really like the little fairlanes...and that motor is SICK.

[214Chevy]

Originally Posted by Musclerodz

I see a trend coming where these cars will look more and more stock, but everything underneath will be all new technology just like this fairlane. Very cool touches.

Originally Posted by tones2SS

I agree. I actually like that idea and would love to do that someday.

Mike and Tone, I agree with you guys 100%. I was going to wild on my Chevelle and decided not to for that reason. Motor, wheels, brakes, frame etc. are all modern, but leave the body and stuff alone. I was going to cut the hood up with custom vents and stuff and decided to just leave it stock.

Oh, and I cant wait to see those wheels. Talk about 3 piece wheels...those are 5 piece wheels. RS just raised the bar once again.

[RS-Chris]

Originally Posted by 214Chevelle

Mike and Tone, I agree with you guys 100%. I was going to wild on my Chevelle and decided not to for that reason. Motor, wheels, brakes, frame etc. are all modern, but leave the body and stuff alone. I was going to cut the hood up with custom vents and stuff and decided to just leave it stock.

Oh, and I cant wait to see those wheels. Talk about 3 piece wheels...those are 5 piece wheels. RS just raised the bar once again.

Thanks! I agree on the comments about the direction for these types of build. I think many owners out there are finding a nice balance for these cars. The vehicles we see getting this treatment are usually ones where the styling has really stood the test of time and are now becoming appreciated for what they are. The owners would rather let the factory styling speak for itself and bring the internals up to modern performance and handling levels to compliment the outside.

[56pickup]

Just killer! Looking great guys! Cant wait to see this one done!

[skatinjay27]

wow!!!!
humor me please, how many hours are into those headers?

[RS-Chris]

Originally Posted by skatinjay27

wow!!!!
humor me please, how many hours are into those headers?

All of them.



j/k...about 40-60hrs

[tones2SS]

Wow, outstanding work.

[EBMC]

Originally Posted by RS-Chris

Thanks! I agree on the comments about the direction for these types of build. I think many owners out there are finding a nice balance for these cars. The vehicles we see getting this treatment are usually ones where the styling has really stood the test of time and are now becoming appreciated for what they are. The owners would rather let the factory styling speak for itself and bring the internals up to modern performance and handling levels to compliment the outside.

I'm a little late to the thread, but I couldnt agree more, I'm really liking this type of trend and I know we'll be seeing alot more of it. Great work guys!

[waynieZ]

I love the first picture. The motor looks killer in there.