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Nov 18, 2009 | 08:28 PM

#41

COPO

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Could not find a PS reservoir that would fit and have the mounting tabs and outlets where I need them. So I had to make one.

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Nov 19, 2009 | 07:55 PM

#42

neat

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Great looking project man. I can't imagine the hours...

Keep it up!

Nov 20, 2009 | 09:04 PM

#43

COPO

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Quote:

Originally Posted by neat

Great looking project man. I can't imagine the hours...

Keep it up!

I just need longer days

Started the IC today. Making a front air dam to feed more air into the front. Made the lower radiator support about 3 inches shorter. Will gain about 60 sq inches for cooling.

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Nov 21, 2009 | 07:27 PM

#44

COPO

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Got most of the lower air dam made. Just some small filler peices to be made.

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You can see where the old spoiler was. It will be trimmed off to let more air in.

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Nov 21, 2009 | 08:44 PM

#45

93 ragtop

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The air dam is nice, but the hood scoop is really a work of art!!

Nov 22, 2009 | 03:37 AM

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mnstrlt1

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I think the Dyson vaccum might "finally" have some competition! lol... this is serious a sweet project. Can't wait to see if come together.

Nov 23, 2009 | 07:14 PM

#47

COPO

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 93 ragtop

The air dam is nice, but the hood scoop is really a work of art!!

Thanks!! If works out as planned, the hood will be functional.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mnstrlt1

I think the Dyson vaccum might "finally" have some competition! lol... this is serious a sweet project. Can't wait to see if come together.

hwy temps are down atleast 10-15 degrees.

Nov 25, 2009 | 08:07 PM

#48

COPO

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From: Taft TN

Adding to the radiator shrould for a lil more air.

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Mar 29, 2010 | 03:33 AM

#49

dmukina

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Im a little upset that i only JUST found this thread! Any progress?

Mar 29, 2010 | 10:14 PM

#50

COPO

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Not as much as I would like!!!! I got the fiberglass done on the shroud. Got to do the finish work as I am having it sent off to be made out of CF if possible. Done a little work on the cold side. Just have a long list of parts to buy.

Mar 30, 2010 | 08:48 AM

#51

red L98

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hey can i get some info on ur intercooler ?

size , pics, and who built is and if u dont mind the cost .. thanks

Mar 30, 2010 | 08:47 PM

#52

COPO

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From: Taft TN

Since this is a limited budget I went with a cheaper one with cast ends. I can measure it and let you know. Its not a good pic but the only one I have.

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Mar 31, 2010 | 09:54 PM

#53

COPO

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32x16x3 is the size. I did have the cfm flow but its buried some where.

Apr 18, 2010 | 02:12 PM

#54

COPO

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Got the shroud built. Sending it off to be made in CF.

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May 14, 2010 | 10:56 AM

#55

84compuvette

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Awesome setup! That thing is going to be a monster when you are done!

May 14, 2010 | 12:10 PM

#56

BrianCunningham

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May 22, 2010 | 06:46 PM

#57

American Hydrocarbon

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COPO your car is amazing.....
Very nice body work!

May 22, 2010 | 10:45 PM

#58

mnstrlt1

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Man- I'm impressed with that shroud! what was the process?

May 24, 2010 | 08:17 PM

#59

COPO

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From: Taft TN

Quote:

Originally Posted by 84compuvette

Awesome setup! That thing is going to be a monster when you are done!

You are only seeing half of the build. Suspension/brakes/ Tires & wheels havent even been shown.

Quote:

Originally Posted by flasunshine1

COPO your car is amazing.....
Very nice body work!

Thanks Pat!! Wish I could do what you can.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mnstrlt1

Man- I'm impressed with that shroud! what was the process?

Started with cardboard for fitting and then fiberglassed it along with body filler. Primed a couple times and will be sent to flasunshine to be made out of Carbon Fiber. Thats the only part I need to install the motor other than coatings on the pipes and wiring harness. Which I will be calling Jared this week to figure out what I am going to do. But before the engine goes in, brakes, big tires and wheels along with some serious suspension mods will have to happen.

Jun 5, 2010 | 11:16 PM

#60

COPO

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Finally got the motor off the stand and sent the hot side off to be coated. Installed the FW and the clutch. There is enuff room for the LS7 clutch but not for a fork. So a hyd throw out bearing will have to be found. This also gives me more room for down pipe. Been wanting to make it 3 1/2 or 4" so I may have room now.

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