Rayzr update pics...do you like so far?
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The next one will have sidepipes...this one gets custom made aluminized rocker plates due in soon which should really help the huge
C4 "dipunder" in that area and draw the chrome rallys together...
prototypes looked pretty good...course everything is a huge compromise on a project like this where the goal is not to imitate but update to a newer configuration with strong ties to the original...though we are nowhere compareable, or anywhere near as good, the coming new camaro has strong ties to the 69 in my humble opinion...and that was the design goal of Chevrolet...If by some chance our car comes out looking like a similar lineage, I will be happy....Thanks for the comments and keep them coming...Dave
C4 "dipunder" in that area and draw the chrome rallys together...
prototypes looked pretty good...course everything is a huge compromise on a project like this where the goal is not to imitate but update to a newer configuration with strong ties to the original...though we are nowhere compareable, or anywhere near as good, the coming new camaro has strong ties to the 69 in my humble opinion...and that was the design goal of Chevrolet...If by some chance our car comes out looking like a similar lineage, I will be happy....Thanks for the comments and keep them coming...Dave
Dont under rate yourself. That car is great. The sidepipe idea is a good one. If I had the cash I would throw a bunch at you to get my hands on that car.
Also I never take the roof off mine and see no need for the roof to come off. Climate control rocks.
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From: Harrisburg, PA 86 Vert w/ 89 wheels
The profile definately could use a little work. I think the general stance and proportions are at issue, I doubt that making any one small change (like changing a cut line, raising or lowering the car) could bring everything together, but I did some kindergarten style doodles in photoshop in an effort to express some ideas that would've been hard to explain.
First, I'm not sure if sidepipes are the answer, but I imagine that it couldn't hurt to try.
Second, and this is inspired by your own admission that you're interested in a 'heritage inspired design' like the camaro rather than a completely faithful recreation.
Why don't you see if the doors will support a little bit of subtle pinching? I imagine it as something of a C2/C3 amalgamation.
Well the more I look at it, the more I like the horizontal lines of the sidepipes. It manages to 'pinch' the entire middle section but it also maintains the long, fast C4 look.
First, I'm not sure if sidepipes are the answer, but I imagine that it couldn't hurt to try.
Second, and this is inspired by your own admission that you're interested in a 'heritage inspired design' like the camaro rather than a completely faithful recreation.
Why don't you see if the doors will support a little bit of subtle pinching? I imagine it as something of a C2/C3 amalgamation.
Well the more I look at it, the more I like the horizontal lines of the sidepipes. It manages to 'pinch' the entire middle section but it also maintains the long, fast C4 look.
Last edited by illinest; Jun 19, 2007 at 12:32 PM.
Melting Slicks
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I think it's a little funny from the side because the windshield has so much more rake than the Stingray. If you extended the hood scoop so it came closer to the windshield (and maybe the other rear edges of the hood too) it would be more congruous (sp?).
Overall, it's a killer car and possibly a great step forward in what you can do with a C4. I'm sure you're real proud of the results.
Overall, it's a killer car and possibly a great step forward in what you can do with a C4. I'm sure you're real proud of the results.
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I think it looks great and the sidepipes a good idea.
I thought it looked wierd from the side too, but then I detached myself from the what my mind tells me it should look like built up over many decades of looking at Vettes from that era.
Your re-creation is an excellent mix and I think it looks more muscular from the middle back. A slight rake (lower in front) would really bring this out.
Fantastic work
BTW, I don't know what you do or where you work, but if you can float the time and money for this project...I am looking for a job at your company.
I thought it looked wierd from the side too, but then I detached myself from the what my mind tells me it should look like built up over many decades of looking at Vettes from that era.
Your re-creation is an excellent mix and I think it looks more muscular from the middle back. A slight rake (lower in front) would really bring this out.
Fantastic work
BTW, I don't know what you do or where you work, but if you can float the time and money for this project...I am looking for a job at your company.
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Side pipes
Side pipes and wheels. (Crappy photochop, needs better edit, wheels make it look more modern)
Added one More with other rims. (My favorite so far I think)
Side pipes and wheels. (Crappy photochop, needs better edit, wheels make it look more modern)
Added one More with other rims. (My favorite so far I think)
Last edited by rickneworleansla; Jun 19, 2007 at 06:00 PM.
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I like it , great work.
My personal feel for the look:
1)the front prior to the wheels needs to be stretched 4-6"s
2)if it was my choice I would go with 16" rims to get more sidewall in there, hot wheels bling on this fine artwork isn't my thing.
keep up the good work
My personal feel for the look:
1)the front prior to the wheels needs to be stretched 4-6"s
2)if it was my choice I would go with 16" rims to get more sidewall in there, hot wheels bling on this fine artwork isn't my thing.
keep up the good work
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