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INTMD8 · #51 07-05-2012, 11:45 AM

Yes, pricey to fill up. With how much the car weighs I doubt it will get much better than 15mpg so I need a big tank for decent range.

**FETorino** · #52 07-05-2012, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by INTMD8

Yes, pricey to fill up. With how much the car weighs I doubt it will get much better than 15mpg so I need a big tank for decent range.

Uh what about the 390 twin turbo monster that is moving all that weight? Maybe 15mpg is optimistic no matter what the car weighs

I think I said it before but you're nailing the stance,

the wheels

and that chassis looks like typical RS trickery.

What are your plans for color and interior?

INTMD8 · #53 07-05-2012, 08:50 PM

Maybe, I was getting around 20mpg out of my TT Malibu so 15mpg on the Cadillac was just a guess since it will be at least 1000lbs heavier.

Either way, not a major concern but I think you would agree it needs a big gas tank

As for color, my gut is telling me black on black (such a nice contrast against all of the chrome and stainless).

May sound a bit boring but I think it keeps with the quiet/classy theme.

**FETorino** · #54 07-05-2012, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by INTMD8

Maybe, I was getting around 20mpg out of my TT Malibu so 15mpg on the Cadillac was just a guess since it will be at least 1000lbs heavier.

Either way, not a major concern but I think you would agree it needs a big gas tank

As for color, my gut is telling me black on black (such a nice contrast against all of the chrome and stainless).

May sound a bit boring but I think it keeps with the quiet/classy theme.

I agree on the tank (hey it's a big cruiser and when you hit the road you want to be able to cruise not stop at gas stations) and I agree on the black exterior. Springsteen said it Cadillac, cadillac, long and dark shiny and Black.

I just see a saddle color interior. Like the interior of a 50s Mercedes 190. Upscale sporting luxury.

You haven't missed yet so maybe Black on black is the way to go.

Rick D · #55 07-06-2012, 04:17 AM

Wow Jim that tank is HUGE and beautiful. Love the idea of black on black but a nice chocolate interior would be sweet, just Rob like said I keep thinking BMW,MB or something like the high end interiors. Let me know if you need any help on the body and paint, like said before I'm willing to give you hand or some pointer if you want!

**fleet** · #56 07-06-2012, 05:36 AM

A near black like a dark graphite metallic might work as well, without the hassle of a black car.

Had a '93 RWD Fleetwood Brougham that was 225" long, but was strangely compromised on front leg room. Great looking end of an era cars though.

INTMD8 · #57 07-06-2012, 08:03 AM

Well you guys may be on to something, the only other color combo I really think about is dark grey/tobacco like Audi R8.

Just one of a thousand things I obsess over and never make a decision on.

Rick, thanks I will definitely need help from someone. I'll do as much as I can but I don't want to attempt a garage paint job on this one.

INTMD8 · #58 07-13-2012, 08:24 PM

I made some more progress on the exhaust. I decided to go under the axle with the exhaust and I feel I should explain why since it's not something I would normally do.

Having the Roadster Shop frame, the rearend is tucked up higher and has about 5.5 inches of total travel. With the rearend on the bumpstops their is zero room above it. At full suspension sag the rearend is still tucked up pretty high in the car. Since the exhaust had to still travel upwards from the round pass-through holes in the frame (rather than being bent down to go around the axle) it seemed like going under was the logical choice.

In the pics you will see how it looks with the rearend at full sag. The pics with the stand under the rearend is at the half way point of suspension travel. At that point the lower control arms are still lower than the exhaust system.

Pictured from the rear the fuel tank blocks the view of most of it. At nearly ground level you can see the pipes and rear axle but overall I like the way it looks and am very happy with the way it's going. Next will be mounting the mufflers and making the rest of the exhaust hangers.

**GregWeld** · #59 07-13-2012, 08:40 PM

I did that once -- then when I had to pull the wheels/tires - they wouldn't clear the rotor to fender clearance because the axle couldn't drop enough -- so had to cut the exhaust to get 'em off. When I put it back together - I made a mod to be easily disconnected and removed.

It's a bad situation if you're on a road trip and need to fix a wheel/tire...

LOOKS GREAT BY THE WAY!!

INTMD8 · #60 07-13-2012, 08:48 PM

Yeah with the way the fenders are I need to unbolt the rear shocks and sway bar end links to let the rearend sag enough to remove the tires. 2 quick release v-band clamps are only a few more minutes of work