Congrats SN65

[Ummgawa]

I have to say that it does not matter that Bob's Cuda did not win/place/show in the Year One Cup. Does that detract from how wicked Bob's Cuda is? Absolutely not. The fact that a "Conspiracy Theory" has been formulated about what it takes to "win" the Cup is irresponsible and uncalled for. I would still take the Mule, 4 Power Tours, thrashed unmercifully, criticised for being too quiet and all the other negative crap that has been written and said about it over any other show winning car. It's my prize winner. But that's just me.

I think car dudes everywhere acknowledge Bob and his Cuda. If I am not mistaken, It was on the cover of a major publication with the title "The Baddest Car Ever Built". (or something close to that). That is a mountain that is attempted to be climbed by only a few, paved with lots of money,patience and a very, very good idea and so much more than I can guess or describe here.

That crap about needing to spend the most with Year One to qualify or win is a giant load of Horse Manure.

and that's all I have to say about that.

[Sales@Dutchboys]

Does anyone think that maybe it did place because it was such a high level build?............But the prodigy camaro did place too...........I guess we just wont know how they did it...

-Paul

[Steve1968LS2]

Originally Posted by Ummgawa

That crap about needing to spend the most with Year One to qualify or win is a giant load of Horse Manure.

True and in reality it really does no good.. but I guess it comes from watching X-files too much. However, it is very true that there is more to winning a car show than having the nicest car. This is true on every level and I have been involved with shows a LONG time...

[SN65]

Originally Posted by Steve1968LS2

SNip...

However, it is very true that there is more to winning a car show than having the nicest car. This is true on every level and I have been involved with shows a LONG time...

Exactly.

The niceset car does not always win. The best man does not always win. The best anything does not always win.

Who knows what runs through peoples minds when evaluating anothers project. I think the best criteria I have ever seen, at least for the judging of similar and yet completely different "items", is a dog show.

They pick the very best of each breed (in this case type of car) and pit those against each other. The winner is chosen by which dog (or car) best exemplifies the ideals of its breed (make).

So, if a perfectly restored 1952 VW beetle meets it's criteria more closely than a pro-street vega, the Beetle wins.

In this case, you may, or may not depending on your point of view, have a somewhat better guidline for gudging than "pick whatever car you like best that particular day"

Just my 2 cents.....

[Ummgawa]

I agree Steve...you are much more connected inside than I on the car show thing so I defer to your expertise in that area. I am sure there is more butt smoochin' and crap eatin' than I could stand.

Len started Year One with a 69 Trans Am. He primarily sold Mopar part in the beginning. Yes, began with a Pontiac and sold Mopar parts. That was a long time ago.

Bob, your car is awesome.

Mine will be. I know this because a Hipo car manufacterer is shoplifting my design as we speak. I have spent a small fortune on mine and it may not make one single mag. But I have a lot of support here and the truth is the truth. That means alot to me.

[Steve1968LS2]

Originally Posted by Ummgawa

Mine will be. I know this because a Hipo car manufacterer is shoplifting my design as we speak. I have spent a small fortune on mine and it may not make one single mag. But I have a lot of support here and the truth is the truth. That means alot to me.

It's like picking Miss America.. when you have a dozen perfect women how do you pick #1?

Don't worry. Magazines are FULL of cars that copy ideas or that have had thier ideas copied.. If you car is nice you will get the ink.

Besides.. you know people in the industry.. lol

[Speedster]

Originally Posted by Steve1968LS2

Besides.. you know people in the industry.. lol

Yeah, don't you know Larry the Cable Guy or someone like that ?


Anyway, Jim, I agree with you, it may or may not make one single magazine, but you built it to have fun, and that's great.

[Speedster]

Hey, not to be off-topic, but how is your project going Steve ?

[Steve1968LS2]

Originally Posted by Speedster

Hey, not to be off-topic, but how is your project going Steve ?

Like molassas in winter.. sloooooowww.. lol

We dyno the LS2 and stuff in the parts on the 4th.. should be painted this week and we are assembling the front subframe this week as well. All my parts are here except a few. Very very close..

[Ummgawa]

Originally Posted by Steve1968LS2

Besides.. you know people in the industry.. lol

Thanks Steve....

Speedster I look forward to seeing your ride finished.