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June 22, 2011 9:07 a.m. EricM SuperDork
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June 22, 2011 9:15 a.m. kreb Dork
Great job, and the thing is still pretty well a sleeper by benefit of resisting the temptation to put massive tires/flares/scoop on it.
Speaking honestly, however. I have to say that what I really envy is you having a wife who not only supports, but actively participates in your car obsession. The fact that she's a looker doesn't hurt either.
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June 22, 2011 9:16 a.m. AngryCorvair SuperDork
wow. how much does that FM office monkey job pay? i need to take my own advice and get under keith's wing myself.
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June 22, 2011 9:24 a.m. Joe Gearin Associate Publisher
Fanfreekingtastic! Amazing work Keith.
I think the wheels are fine, but if you are looking for alternatives I'd call Barry at VTO wheels:
928-771-1763 www.vtowheels.com
He is a super nice guy, and may have something the works for you. You probably met him at the Mitty, he was set up directly across from our tent.
well done!
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June 22, 2011 9:25 a.m. dollraves Reader
Holy frijoles... GORGEOUS! Nicely done!
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June 22, 2011 9:26 a.m. oldtin Dork
Nicely done sir!
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June 22, 2011 9:47 a.m. Giant Purple Snorklewacker SuperDork
sweeeeeet
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June 22, 2011 11:17 a.m. Keith SuperDork
I picked up Bill on the way in to work today. His comment? "You've got to love a level of acceleration that makes you just a little bit nauseous". This is from a guy who had just stepped out of an LS3 Miata and owns a turbocharged Westfield.
The wheel/tire thing is a potential future plan, and I'll do it if I decide I really need the taller tires. There simply aren't any good 14" options, but there are 15" ones. I swapped in some stiffer springs last night and lifted the car by about 3/4", and it actually looks much better. We'll see. The VTO parts are an interesting option if he can build the wheels with such a high offset, thanks for the suggestion Joe.
I didn't put AC in it. It was an option, as the MG came with a super-rare AC setup and of course the Camaro had it as well. But Janel and I decided to just let airflow do its thing and leave the extra complication out. It's been above 90 degrees here the last couple of days and between the vent windows, the pop-open rear windows and a fresh air vent that blows right on your legs it's actually quite comfy. All that heat insulation and the exhaust routing keeps the tunnel fairly cool. Cruise control, on the other hand, will likely get fitted before too long. I have all the parts from the Camaro.
This car, like my others, isn't so much a testament to skill as it is to stubbornness. I've never done any real bodywork before, so there was a lot of trial and error. The engine and suspension work was just one step at a time. Anyone could do this with enough time. My only real skills in this regard are a complete inability to judge the size of a project when I dig in, and a very strong vision of what I want at the end that keeps me going.
Thanks again for all the compliments!
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June 22, 2011 11:25 a.m. Luke SuperDork
"You've got to love a level of acceleration that makes you just a little bit nauseous".
Fantastic
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This car turned out every bit as cool as I suspected it might
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June 22, 2011 11:30 a.m. failboat Reader
that thing looks soo sweet, I like the vette badge on the grill.
What about other OEM wheel options? Mini cooper is 4x100 I think.
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June 23, 2011 11:52 p.m. Keith SuperDork
Video! Sorry, no smoky burnouts this time round. I'll swap to the disposable tires for that. Soon
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June 26, 2011 9:58 a.m. ultraclyde Reader
great video Keith! The car is stunning and the scenery out there is unbelievable. If I wasn't so financially committed I'd already be standing on your doorstep begging for that job! I can't stop thinking about driving and biking those roads.
