Syborg Twin Turbo - 4.3l v6 TT Mini-Truck

[91blkstpsd]

Truck is looking great! Just noticed a video of it and the shop on Sport Trucks website. Keep up the great work!

http://www.sporttruck.com/index.html

[chevelle19700]

thats awesome man im subscribing to sport truck right now

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Yep it's late and I need to go to bed.
I figured I would post a few pics of the rear of the truck

Belly Pan - hiding the fuel cell and Charcoal Can

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Cladding & Rear Cover mounted

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Close up of the Painted Wheel - as requested

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[454bug]

Man Marty...

This thing is a rolling work of ART!!! :1st:

Keep up the GREAT work!!

[syborg tt]

Man Marty...

This thing is a rolling work of ART!!! :1st:

Keep up the GREAT work!!


Thank you - Now i just need to get more pictures from Kenny so I can do an update next week.

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

I've been working with Bob Thrash to come up with a car show display.
We are only planning to do a couple indoor shows but we need to have a display.

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Ron from WMC Design & Engineering
Converted Bob's Sketch into a digital & Cad Drawings.

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Some of you may know Ron from www.hoodpins.com
I've worked with Ron on the Hood Pins & Brake Pedal Assembly.

[email protected]

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We are also going to be using lightweight glassless mirrors from

www.glasslessmirror.com

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More to come next week From Kenny.
He's been busy working on Dad's 57

[rickk]

your display needs to be 20x20
rick k

[syborg tt]

your display needs to be 20x20
rick k

Hi Rick

Atually we are going to make it 16 x 20 this way there will be able to walk all the way around it and still get fairly close to it. I want people to be able to look at the truck.

[Tealm0nsta]

I really had to chime in and say this is a very nice project. The attention to detail must have you pulling hair at times.
That indoor display is really nice. Don't forget some angled mirrors under there to really show off the work on the rear, its a shame that bed hides it.
I can't believe i read through all 1000+ posts in a single sitting(at work, no less). You've provided some much needed motivation for me to start another truck.

[syborg tt]

Thank you very much I really appreciate all of the kind words.

Wow all 1000 post in one day - how long did that take.


I really had to chime in and say this is a very nice project. The attention to detail must have you pulling hair at times.
That indoor display is really nice. Don't forget some angled mirrors under there to really show off the work on the rear, its a shame that bed hides it.
I can't believe i read through all 1000+ posts in a single sitting(at work, no less). You've provided some much needed motivation for me to start another truck.

[bnoon]

Wow, I remember reading about this truck years ago when subscribed to truck mags and was on this site pretty regular. I haven't visited for probably at least a year... what a nice read to come back to see it almost finished. VERY VERY nice project. I hope to have that amount of self control and dedication to get through something like this someday.

[SS1156]

Good Afternoon All,

Quick Update the front cover is on

Kenny used the wood buck to form the mesh grille

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Kenny Built the new Grille Insert

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Front Cover mounted

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Ok someone needs to come change me, I just made a mess in my shorts!!!! This truck is SICK!!!!!!!!!

[dusterbd13]

marty:
did you modify the grille shell at all other than to cut out the factory bars and emblem? if not, i wonder if i could get a grille similar to that. i always wanted the GMC grille with a mesh insert. never seen one until yours. kenny going to sell them?

michael

[HectorM52]

Ha - there are like 5 of us asking this same thing over at www.s-seriesforum.com/forum

[syborg tt]

Ha - there are like 5 of us asking this same thing over at www.s-seriesforum.com/forum (http://www.s-seriesforum.com/forum)

lol - yep i think the list is close to 20 strong right now.

Once Kenny has some free time I am sure he wouldn't mind building some complete grille

[Tealm0nsta]

we use a screen pack filter thats similar to the grill mesh that Marty's using at work. It seems thick enough to be formed and hold a form we get it in sheets of 4'x2', thats what i intend to use for duct openings and as a "speed grill" alternative.

[syborg tt]

Hi All,
First off I am very sorry for the slow updates.
We should be back on track next week

I figured I would show you the Valve Covers
Rich from Milton Paint Werks prepped them for Bob.

[email protected]

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Here's Bob - laying out the stencils for the graphics

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Teaser of what they may look like.

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I will post some pics tomorrow of all of the prepwork that went into these to get the ready for graphics

[preston]

Maybe you talked about it earlier but I was intrigued by your mention of the charcoal canister. Can you tell us a bit about that ? What canister you are using and how it is plumbed into the fuel system ?
I assume you don't have a purge valve and associated logic in the FI computer and just have it passively plumbed. Please tell us a bit about how this is setup.

[Tealm0nsta]

From what he posted previously the canister is tapped in to the tank as a vent and it appears to be a factory canister w/ a pretty bracket w/o any wiring to it since his computer doesn't require emissions monitoring. You can pretty much go to a junkyard and look through all the cars to find one that suits your needs for fittings and size. I like the fact that he put one on there, a lot of people will just throw a check valved vent on and forget about it.

Below are the 2 posts referencing the canister. I'm addicted to this thread and have scanned it many times looking at the things i can incorporate into my plans.

hope this helps.


Good Morning All,

It looks like i am going to break up yesterday's update into two e-mails

The Fuel Cell is almost Complete.


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You can see the baffles inside the tank. You can also see the pick up and the drain for the tank.

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The return line

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The rest of the Baffle's

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Action Shot

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You can see the tank fit's snug. Also the "X" is going to be for the vent to the Charcoal Canister

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Rear View - Lines up perfect with the bottom of the cladding - should make the belly pan look stock

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just the last parting shot

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Mounted the charcoal canister.
I don't want my garage to smell like fuel.

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Instead of making the bracket simple.
Dave took the time to make it pretty and simple.

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[GM_muscle]

wow is all i can say. its going to take a big set of nuts to drive thing on the streets.

[syborg tt]

Maybe you talked about it earlier but I was intrigued by your mention of the charcoal canister. Can you tell us a bit about that ? What canister you are using and how it is plumbed into the fuel system ?
I assume you don't have a purge valve and associated logic in the FI computer and just have it passively plumbed. Please tell us a bit about how this is setup.

TealMonsta - thank you very much for posting up the pics I really apreciate the help

Okay so here are a few more pics with explinations

You can see in this picture that the tank has a boat load of of interior baffles.

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Way up high on the P-Side of the Tank Dave put another baffle
directly below the vent line. This is to help prevent fuel slosh or
shall we say that is the goal. Thes line will feed directly into the
factory first gen s10 Charcoal can.

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The vent tube leads to the Charcoal Can mounted directly adjacent to the vent.

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and yep you are correct currently it is just passively plumbed.

We did this on a friends Pro-Street Syclone and you can now come
back to the garage after a few days of storage and not be overwhelmed by the smell of gas.

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[68/CamaroFL]

Marty Outstsanding Tank!!:twothumbs

[1971CHEVELLE]

Truck is looking great:twothumbs awesome build

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

I know this post is a little out of sequence.

Rich understand what it takes to prep the valve covers for Bob.
Rich & Bob have been working together for years.
[email protected]

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Intake Tube Prepped and ready for final Paint.
Notice the Rendering in the background one of my top 10 favorite cars.

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The goal was to keep the welds visible since they add to the look of the motor.

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All primed and ready for paint.

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Milton Paint Werks - [email protected]

[ROACHZ28]

This truck is going to be SICK!! You have been building this truck for quite a while now. :)

[syborg tt]

This truck is going to be SICK!! You have been building this truck for quite a while now. :)

lol if i only had more money it would have been done sooner.

[ROACHZ28]

lol if i only had more money it would have been done sooner.

Take your time. I have been really enjoying the build pics.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Yep, Kenny wanted to kill me but we just had to do it.

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First Off Billet Specialties makes one of the cleanest Serpentine Systems
Tru Trac Serpentine Systems
http://www.billetspecialties.com/product.asp?cid=23&scid=182

Our goal was to remove some of the lines under the hood to try to clean things up just a little bit.

I talked with the Scott over at Billet Specialties and the had me Contact DSE and order one of there pumps.

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Mark at DSE stepped in and put together all of the parts I would need to swap in the new pump.

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Two day's later all of the parts arrived and I headed over to Billet Specialties where they installed the new pulley.

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Polished Aluminum Power Steering Pump w/Intergral Reservoir 090901P
(-6) DSE Pressure Line for Integral Reservoir Pump 091702
1/4" NPT to -6 Return Fitting 091501
Power Steering Pulley TTC-13212

I'll try to post some before and after pics next week.

Update: Syborg Build Posters Coming Soon !!

[frankenstang]

Nice parts Marty. Can't wait to see this truck done and in person. You didn't happen to see my Mustang out there at Billet Spec., did you? I have to call tomorrow and check on the progress, it's been almost 3 weeks.

[Code Red]

looking awesome man

[novanutcase]

I'm in awe Marty! Just when I think the muscle truck can't get any sicker! IT DOES!!!

Hat's off to you, Travis and Kenny! What an amazing job y'all are doing!

John

[brrymnvette]

Marty, got any bigger pics of the 2nd gen in your avatar? Color looks awesome on it.

[rickk]

marty, lets take a ride.
rick k:twothumbs

[syborg tt]

Marty, got any bigger pics of the 2nd gen in your avatar? Color looks awesome on it.

well it's not complete yet - so i can't really post it.

But you can see the other one at

www.camarorsx.com (http://www.camarorsx.com)

[cousin]

know this isn't quite the right place for this BUT!!!

This just it!!!! IT RUNS

Just got the call from Marty, Kenny's has it running and it's "UNBELIEVABLE"

Please don't call Marty, he's in church right now...

[68/CamaroFL]

Way to Go Marty!!:woot:

[formula98]

That's great News!!! Can't wait to see it!

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

I've had the pleasure of working with Poster by Simon the past couple weeks.
He posted up that he was willing to do some posters on one of the BB's.
https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=51938
I contacted him immediately and asked if he would be interested in doing a series of Posters.
So far two have been completed and we are just beginning to work on the 3rd.
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Simon has been a pleasure to work with and am looking forward to seeing
what he comes up with next.
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You can contact him at [email protected]
The size of the poster is 20"x30" (50x75cm)
printed on high quality glossy Kodak photo paper.
Delivery time is about 2 weeks.
Price examples:
1 Poster: $16.00 + $17.00 Shipping
3 Posters: $45.00 + $17.00 Shipping
6 Posters: $90.00 + $17.00 Shipping


You can see other posters that Simon created at:
http://posters.simonholm.com
ps -- as some of you may know the truck is running and yes i am behind with my updates.

[chevelle19700]

Lookin good

[Code Red]

I love the work on those, give me a few ideas do to my own

[syborg tt]

Nice parts Marty. Can't wait to see this truck done and in person. You didn't happen to see my Mustang out there at Billet Spec., did you? I have to call tomorrow and check on the progress, it's been almost 3 weeks.

I am sorry that i didn't see this sooner. I didn't see it - I kinda wished I would have seen it.

[brrymnvette]

Moar updates!!!!

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Just a couple quick photo's.

Here is what the motor looked like right before Kenny Started it.

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This should be the link to the Video but Kenny can't figure out how to Upload it.

--- Missing Link --

Not to worry I will have Video next week.

[jackfrost]

engine bay looks awesome. I'm sure when it's done it will be ridiculous (in a good way :razz:)

[68/CamaroFL]

Marty, The Engine Compartment is Wicked!:drool:

[syborg tt]

engine bay looks awesome. I'm sure when it's done it will be ridiculous (in a good way :razz:)

ridiculous - Is cool in my book




Marty, The Engine Compartment is Wicked!:drool:

thanks Bill - just wait till next week.
ps - i sent you an e-mail about the Clutch, Brake & Gas Pedal for you 69. (( There pretty cool aren't they ))

[syborg tt]

As Promised

Fo7pnYH4qWE

[BMF Machine]

ThaT gave me GoosE BumpS!

I am sure your completely StokeD! CongratS!

[Chevrolaine]

How sweet is THAT!!:smoke:

[Inverter]

Hey,it runs.
Sounds good too.Bet its nice to check that off your list.

[GM_muscle]

for a v6 motor that thing sounds sexxy. how much boost it making?

[syborg tt]

for a v6 motor that thing sounds sexxy. how much boost it making?

thanks for the compimnets on the motor running guys. It sure does feel good to hear it run.

Boost will be set at 16lbs for now.


btw - the last time the truck ran was Sept of 2001

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,
Okay were back and having fun.
Dave at Comp Fab did all of the metal work in the bed and left the paint details for Kenny.
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If you can remember most of the bed is Rhino Lined.
To show a contrast Kenny Powder Coated the front Sheet Metal.
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All of the Panels have Zeus fasteners so we can get in fairly quick.
The Center panel exposes the Air Ride and Fuel Pressure Regulator, the
Passenger side is for the Battery and the drivers side is for Storage only.
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[LMDGUY]

Wow.. is the truck complete now? looks great cant wait to see video of it running and smoking the tires

[syborg tt]

Wow.. is the truck complete now? looks great cant wait to see video of it running and smoking the tires


still needs the interior and tuning and buffing and .....

yep there is still a list

[1981gMachine]

I've been following this for about 2-1/2 yrs now. Can't believe it's been that long. Everything is amazing and top notch. Can't wait to buy a magazine with the truck in it.

Keep up the good work

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Just posting up a few pictures.

Close up of the incredible paint detail work that Bob does.

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If you look close the headlight surround is a painted a slightly different color.

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Have you every wondered what a $2.75 zip tie looks like?

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These are Stainless Steel Harsh-Enviroment Cable Tie, Nylon-Coated

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[MuscleRodz]

Band It clamp are some of the best clamps around, we use alot of their firesleeve clamps on fuel and oil hoses in turbo application on aircraft.

[spaghettio]

man that thing is beautiful:1st:

[syborg tt]

Band It clamp are some of the best clamps around, we use alot of their firesleeve clamps on fuel and oil hoses in turbo application on aircraft.

Mike you rock those are the clamps i've been looking for

thank you thank you thank you

[GMracer]

only the best for Marty! haha, looking good man

[syborg tt]

only the best for Marty! haha, looking good man

lol - thanks Nick

[SaturnVUEguy]

I haven't been here in a while, and wow its good to see that progress! Love the truck Marty!

[syborg tt]

05-08-09 Update - WMC Design Hood Pin Washer
Good Morning All,
Continuing with the little detail theme this week.
Once I again we got a hold of Ron Wilson at WMC Design
[email protected]
In order to clean up the Core Support Hood Pin Ron & I worked on a core support trim plate.
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Ron sent me several Solid Works drawings so I could get an Idea of how they would look.
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Below is the final Product.
I couldn't be happier.

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[syborg tt]

I haven't been here in a while, and wow its good to see that progress! Love the truck Marty!

Glad to see your back. Any chance your going to the car show at Big & Tall on the 31's.

Gary is bringing out the Nova and Troy is bringing some of his cars.

[SaturnVUEguy]

Glad to see your back. Any chance your going to the car show at Big & Tall on the 31's.

Gary is bringing out the Nova and Troy is bringing some of his cars.
Haven't heard anything about it. Details?

[syborg tt]

Haven't heard anything about it. Details?

'Chicagoland Car Show, Come Check Out Rad Rides by Troy Notorious!'

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=20526

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

The Rear Corner is on for the Final Time.
I know -- ignore the Clear Taillights please.

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We needed to find a very low profile License Plate Frame.
So a Quick call to the Guy's at Billet Specialties.

Slim Line Plain
http://www.billetspecialties.com/item.asp?cid=6&scid=83&pid=554

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Yep, that is a real Illinois License Plate.

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Just wanted to show off the Bob Thrash Graphics
[email protected]

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More to come on Thursday

[Brandon Miller]

Sweetness

[SaturnVUEguy]

lookin good!

[jackfrost]

the cool thing about this project is, besides the wheels and motor, it looks like something that could've come from the factory.

very nice work, guys.

[syborg tt]

Thank you.

Funny that has been the goal from the start. Bob Thrash did the first rendering and in all of the notes he added to the rendering it stated that the truck needed to look like a factory prototype.

So I've tried real hard to stick to what he had drawn.


the cool thing about this project is, besides the wheels and motor, it looks like something that could've come from the factory.

very nice work, guys.

[cmraman]

Dude, when are you finally going to reveal it?

[syborg tt]

Dude, when are you finally going to reveal it?

Sometime in August - well that is at least the goal.

[protour73]

Sometime in August - well that is at least the goal.I am waiting!!! see you on Main street in Downers on a Friday night? :naughty:

[syborg tt]

I am waiting!!! see you on Main street in Downers on a Friday night? :naughty:

It's gonna happen

[Jon@AirRideTech]

Damn Marty looks killer.... you going to trailer it to Indy?

[syborg tt]

05-19-09 Update - Mesh Grille

Good Afternoon,

I've had many question about the mesh grille and how it was built.
So today's post is about the grille.

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Way back when, Kenny had the grille 3D scanned and from that Wood Bucks were made.

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The Mesh was cut and the laid on top of the wood form.
Then all you do is gentle hammer the mesh around the wood buck.

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Trim the excess material and you end up with something that looks like this.
It's hard to tell from the picture but the mesh is in the same shape as the factory grille

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Cut out the old grille

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Here is how the grille looks installed in the truck.

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Another close up to show how it lines up.

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Final Parting Shot

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[Young Gun]

looks great Marty! As usual!

[SaturnVUEguy]

Looks nice! How is it held in place?

[syborg tt]

Looks nice! How is it held in place?


Rivets

[syborg tt]

Happy Friday

I wanted to post up the weekly teaser pics and I found some great pics that Josh Mishler took

www.juxtaposedmachines.com [email protected]

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If you go to the website you can grab a larger image of these 4 pictures

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,
The theme for today's update is Change is Good.

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[LMDGUY]

NICE! what you use? paint, powder coat or some kinda crazy NASA stuff? =)

[syborg tt]

NICE! what you use? paint, powder coat or some kinda crazy NASA stuff? =)

Yep, NASA step up on this one. No Seriously it's just Paint.

[LMDGUY]

Yep, NASA step up on this one. No Seriously it's just Paint.


Dont lie it know you had some NASA techs over there!!

lol.. looks good I like the blacked out look, I did the same on my 400sbc

[SatisTraction]

not really liking that :(

[Chevrolaine]

Kinda hard to see the detail now.

[hechtrod]

Dude Marty, I had to go back to page 1 to see when this project started! 9-21-2005 :O 3.5 years man! The truck looks sick! Just watched the start video! Can't wait to hear it really rev hard! V6's sound sick! Keep the info and pics and especially vids coming!

[HectorM52]

The thread on the S-SeriesForum started in December '03, but if I remember correctly he started the project long before that. I'm sure he'll come on and tell us! :D

[syborg tt]

Dude Marty, I had to go back to page 1 to see when this project started! 9-21-2005 :O 3.5 years man! The truck looks sick! Just watched the start video! Can't wait to hear it really rev hard! V6's sound sick! Keep the info and pics and especially vids coming!

The truck started way back in 2002 and the chassis was actually completed

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Then my Daughter was born in 2003 and everything went on hold till 2005 ( no money ). I met Troy and the guy's at Rad Rides sometime in 2004 and kept saying to myself that I can build something like that. So the project re-started on May 05, 2005. So we just past the 4 year mark on this build or should I say re-do.

I've learned a bunch so the next project will be a little different and my goal would be to complete it in a years time.

[LMDGUY]

It is funny how much you learn from a "major" build. I have spent the last 1.5 years working on my C10 and know exactly what todo and what not too do.

[Paul_J]

You just can't get that kind of education from a book! If you do then your projects will tend to look like all the others.

[68/CamaroFL]

Marty Nice Touch!
Thanks for the heads up! you no what i mean:cool:

[syborg tt]

Well not being one to leave things alone.

I finally decied to spent some money to finish up the curtain to seperate the front half of the garage.

I made a quick call to the guy's at Goff's Enterprise and they helped me order up the right Curtain Wall. It's a really nice piece, my only regret was not ordering it sooner.

I order the 2 curtain in two complete tracks so the curtains could pass by each other on seperate tracks. This allows me to keep half the garage covered at all times. re: hide the project car from street view.

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first thing to do is hang the tracks

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then hang the curtains on the rolling hooks

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and about 20 minutes later it's done

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I ordered mine with a clear panel in the center so I could see out to the driveway and not feel like I was in a small garage.

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here is the number just in case anyone's interested. I worked with Ed and he was a pleasure to work with.

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In the end it took about 90 minutes to install by myself. My wife actually likes it because it make the garage look much cleaner.

[syborg tt]

Marty Nice Touch!
Thanks for the heads up! you no what i mean:cool:

LOL - Your welcome

ps I can't wait to see them on your car.

[Crafty One]

Those curtains are just what I need.... the wife has been complaining about metal dust all over everything ... LOL

[killer69]

Are you planning on Hermetically cryogenicaly sealing the truck in the garage shrine when it is finished never to see the light of day?

:enguard:

Hhahahaha

[syborg tt]

Are you planning on Hermetically cryogenicaly sealing the truck in the garage shrine when it is finished never to see the light of day?

:enguard:Hhahahaha

LOL - heck no i am getting it ready for the Camaro. I plan to start working on it Mid June. The truck will be place in a Hermetically sealed bag in my Warehouse.

[Young Gun]

those look pretty sweet...

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

It's been a long week and I am sorry that I didn't get this post out sooner.
I've been working with Ron at WMC Design
(( [email protected] )) www.wmcdesigns.com (http://www.wmcdesigns.com)

In Order to clean up the engine bay you have all seen the new color.
Now to make it stand out Ron is designing and cutting us some Billet Valve Cover Emblems
Here are the Final Renderings

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In order to save money Ron cut the samples out of Plexiglass.

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Final Part - Cut to Size

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Ron shipped Kenny a 6" and a 8" Version for fitment.

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Once Kenny chooses the size he likes on the valve cover Ron will cut the new billet emblems.

[muthstryker]

that looks really good. i think ive been following this build from the first day i signed up. Is cool watching it come together.

[wiedemab]

Very cool - Heck, I think the plexiglass versions would look pretty sweet!

[protour73]

Marty.....what kind of cost is involved in custom cutting work like that? is that laser or water jet?

[stealth71]

Marty.....what kind of cost is involved in custom cutting work like that? is that laser or water jet?

Neither. CNC

[formula98]

My rates are reasonable. If you have the cad file I can make parts in no time, if not I can create the graphics for you. Send me a PM if you would like to get a quote.

[SaturnVUEguy]

that looks really good. i think ive been following this build from the first day i signed up. Is cool watching it come together.
This truck is th reason I signed up


Marty, I'm looking forward to seeing these on the truck

[syborg tt]

Back to working on the Garage again. Like I said getting ready for the next project car.

I needed space for Parts and Tires. The plan is to suspend a shelf even with the attic area.

Dennis at Hi-Speed Welding (( www.highspeedwelding.com )) ordered me some heavy wall
2 x 2 Square tubing and welded tabs on the ends.

Spent about 2 hours sanding them smooth, getting them ready for paint.

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All painted in Chassis Black

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Picture of the center support brackets that will tie into the ceiling

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I hung the first 20 footer, man is that hard to do by yourself. You can also see that the
center supports are already hung. Okay that was also a pain in the butt.

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There are three 3/8" lag bolts that tie the center supports in the ceiling rafters. I had to put in
two extra boards in the attic to anchor the center support.

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Okay the shelf is up.
The center will be used for Tire Storage and the corners will be used for parts storage.

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Still to do is build the uprights and I this time I am going to have the center supports
powder coated by Jay over at Pro-Tek Powder Coating (( www.propowder.com ))

[derekf]

I don't envy you the task of putting tires up there. You have some sort of hoist/lift planned to help move things up and down?

[syborg tt]

I don't envy you the task of putting tires up there. You have some sort of hoist/lift planned to help move things up and down?

It's only 9 feet high. It's a good thing I workout but really it isn't that hard.

[protour73]

Jay over at Pro-Tek Powder Coating (( www.propowder.com (http://www.propowder.com/) )).

Jay is great guy and is a master at powdercoating.....he did all my major P/C work (subframe, inner fenders, spindles, bumper brackets, headlight bezels)....
good choice!!


My rates are reasonable. If you have the cad file I can make parts in no time, if not I can create the graphics for you. Send me a PM if you would like to get a quote.

Ron??..........I think I met you at Good Guys in Chicago last August, I was hanging around Marty's and Teddy's car!!
I'll get with you as soon as I have my design figured out.

[syborg tt]

Ron any interest in making a custom billet License plate

[formula98]

Ron any interest in making a custom billet License plate

Is that legal? I can make one, but don't know if it is legal. Do you want me to print money also? I'll give you a call.

[syborg tt]

Is that legal? I can make one, but don't know if it is legal. Do you want me to print money also? I'll give you a call.

LOL - Legal Smegal

No Really just for "Off Road Use Only"

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

Quick Update on the Valve Cover Script

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So you get the idea what were going for.

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WMC Design has been kicking but.
(( [email protected] )) www.wmcdesigns.com
Ron started cutting late last night.

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Close Up of how they look this afternoon.

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A little closer

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[syborg tt]

Good Morning,

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Kenny's been busy working on the exhaust exit
We ordered a set of exhaust tips from the guy's at Stainless Works.

We ordered there part # 791250
Double Wall Straight Cut Exhaust Tip, 3" body, 2 1/2" id inlet
http://www.stainlessworks.net/cart/product_info.php?cPath=23_182&products_id=1188

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Kenny move the exhaust cut out to the rear of the ground effect.
He is also shapping the fiberglass around he exahust tip to give it a finished look.

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Side View.

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[GMracer]

I'm so glad you went with a double wall, looks very nice.

and I love the sawzall in the picture haha!

[syborg tt]

I'm so glad you went with a double wall, looks very nice.

and I love the sawzall in the picture haha!

Sawzall - scarry isn't it :enguard:

[syborg tt]

Well Back at it again

Moving the Cabinets around to create workspace for the next project car.
First two cabinets moved

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Couple more

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I am going to fill the void between the cabinets with a shelf for my Radio

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Radio Shelf is up

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stepping back you can get a better idea of what it looks like

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Still have plenty of work to do

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I also hung 2 of the posters that Simon did for me.

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You can see other posters that Simon created at:
http://posters.simonholm.com
You can contact him at [email protected]

[twosaturns]

sweet! I like the moots also!

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

Friday Teaser Pictures

WMC Design - Emblems are off the machine heading over to the Buffer

(( [email protected] )) www.wmcdesigns.com

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Ron even polishing them for me - What a nice guy

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[bulldog19]

Those turned out very nice! They will look cool on the valve covers. How are you going to attach to the avlve covers? Is there an epoxy that can withstand the underhood temps with the high heat of the turbos?

[syborg tt]

Yep, they are going to be glues on. I will get you the name of the epoxy.



Those turned out very nice! They will look cool on the valve covers. How are you going to attach to the avlve covers? Is there an epoxy that can withstand the underhood temps with the high heat of the turbos?

[SaturnVUEguy]

Those emblems are looking good, really looking forward to seeing them on the valvecovers.

The garage is looking nice too.

Keep it up!

[syborg tt]

06-29-09 Update - Belly Pan is going on for the last time

Good Morning All,

All of the belly pans are painted and ready to be installed for the final time.

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I just hate covering up this back half.
All of the detail is going to be hidden

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Not sure if anyone remembers.
But tucked under the Passenger Side of the Bed is the Factory Charcoal Can.
We've installed these on a few projects and no more gas smell.

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Starting to look like something

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Closing off the wheel opening

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I'm such a tease you have to wait to see it on the ground for final pics.

[SaturnVUEguy]

Marty, is there an estimated finish date? Its looking pretty close now

[syborg tt]

Marty, is there an estimated finish date? Its looking pretty close now

I can give you an estimated Month - were looking to have it complete in August sometime.

[cmraman]

I can give you an estimated Month - were looking to have it complete in August sometime.

No GG in Columbus??

[syborg tt]

No GG in Columbus??

Nope - Tracy had that really Bitchen Vette from the Roadster Shop. Way cooler then this little mini-truck.

So we've bumped up the debut to GG Joliet.

[protour73]

sweet!!.......September?

talked to Teddy lately?

[perple76]

Nope - Tracy had that really Bitchen Vette from the Roadster Shop. Way cooler then this little mini-truck.

So we've bumped up the debut to GG Joliet.

Just a question for my own edification - Goodguys Joliet's website indicates its for hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars thru 72. How do you plan on getting in? As bitchin as your truck is, it's clearly not anywhere near old enough to meet that criteria.

Do you have an exhibitor's exemption or something? I'm just curious because I've always steered clear of GG shows because of the year-break restrictions.

I didn't know if there was a way around the rule, or if the GG folks really enforce the year restrictions, or do they care?

Just curious and thought you might have some inside info.

J

[cmraman]

Nope - Tracy had that really Bitchen Vette from the Roadster Shop. Way cooler then this little mini-truck.

So we've bumped up the debut to GG Joliet.

I'll be there hopefully with changes to the Cutlass

[purewhitemp5]

awesome...just awesome!! just got done reading the entire thread...now I miss my white on white 93 Typhoon!! Dang tree!! (I didn't hit the tree , the tree fell on the Typhoon during a hurricane talk about irony)

[syborg tt]

07-15-09 Update - Turbos hit the Road Again

Good Afternoon All,

Well, it looks like the turbo's are back on the road again.

Last time they had over 2,000 miles on them before we ever started the truck
and it looks like they are going to get a few more.

Turbo are off the truck and ready to get packed up and shipped to Rockford Racecraft.
The good news is this time it's just the Exhaust Housings.

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Here's a good picture of Josh with his hands in the sandblasting cabinet.

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Yep, you guessed it the Turbo Housings & Wastegates are being stripped.

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Since we change the theme / color combination of the engine compartment.
The housings need to be Hi-Temp coated in black.

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Can't wait to see them all put back together.

New Product Sponsor
www.designengineering.com

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[syborg tt]

awesome...just awesome!! just got done reading the entire thread...now I miss my white on white 93 Typhoon!! Dang tree!! (I didn't hit the tree , the tree fell on the Typhoon during a hurricane talk about irony)


man that is some bad Irony

[Just_Robert]

You have the sickest truck project I have ever seen. I've followed your build on several other forums. Keep up the good work Marty.

Robert

[syborg tt]

Good Evening All,

Sorry I have busy at work and haven't had much free time for posting updates.
Not to worry I spent the last hour setting up the next 12 posts.

Just Checking to see what the door panels look like on the truck.

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Man that's a whole-lotta Autometer.

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Trust me they look awesome when they are all on.

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Quick shot of the graphics.
Bob Thrash & the guy's at Kenny Davis Hot Rods went above and beyond with there attention to details.

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Coming Really Really Soon - No Really
http://www.mac-ink.com/

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www.maxjaxusa.com (http://www.maxjaxusa.com)

[syborg tt]

You have the sickest truck project I have ever seen. I've followed your build on several other forums. Keep up the good work Marty.

Robert

Thanks Robert - I really appreciate the comment

[twosaturns]

holy chrap, in sept this thread will be 4 yrs old...

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Yep, another post back to back.
The motor is back together and the headers are all brushed and look awesome.

I want to thank Race Proven Motors for setting us up with the primary's and Stainless works for all of the tubing.
But in the end the Credit goes to Dave at Comp Fab for building the final headers.

http://www.compfab.com http://www.raceprovenmotors.com http://www.stainlessworks.net
I'm much happier with the look of the exhaust now.

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Can't forget Kenny from Kenny Davis Hot Rods. He is the one with the mad brushing skills
http://www.kdhotrods.com

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and the guy's at Rockford Racecraft, they did all of the High Temp Coating on the Exhaust housings.

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Switching to the Power Steering pump from DSE has real cleaned up this area of the engine compartment.
Now I am going to have to clean up the frame -- can you say dusty.

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[LMDGUY]

Sexy!

[jeff s]

Nope - Tracy had that really Bitchen Vette from the Roadster Shop. Way cooler then this little mini-truck.

So we've bumped up the debut to GG Joliet.

I thought only 1972 and older were allowed at Goodguys?

[protour73]

I thought only 1972 and older were allowed at Goodguys?Lie? :idea:
.
.
.Marty, that some sexy plumbing!!!

[syborg tt]

Hi All,

I have good news.
Tony at Mac-Ink is ready to start taking orders today.

So click away.
http://www.mac-ink.com/shirts/SyborgTT.html

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[syborg tt]

Lie? :idea:

I'm okay with that.

[hotrod fozzie]

love this truck been following the build any closer to a complete date??

[syborg tt]

love this truck been following the build any closer to a complete date??


It won't be long now. Kenny has passed the truck to the next stage in the build.

[syborg tt]

Hi Guys,

It's Friday and I am just finding a free moment to do a quick Update.

Since the nose came off the truck.
We decided the AC Condenser would look better in the darker color.

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Kenny modified the AC Condenser brackets so they would clear the grille.

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These even a horn for those pesky drivers.

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More to come over the weekend.

[GMracer]

AC who needs AC?
and a horn, you need a train horn... that's what I plan to run so I can make sure those "pesky drivers" do NOT hit my truck.

haha, looking good marty

[syborg tt]

Good Morning,

The motor is back together and the color change has made a big difference.

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Now that the motor is back together we contacted Nolan at www.campbellautomotive.com

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Nolan wrote us a complete Engine & 4l80e tranny tune for the Big Stuff 3.

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If your looking for someone to help you with your Big Stuff 3 tune make sure you call Campbell Automotive in Canada.
They went above and beyond to help us with the Truck.
These guy's are top notch !!

Kenny installed the program that Nolan sent us and the motor fired right up - First Try.
WOW !!

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Sorry I can't blame Kenny for the poor Quality of this picture as I am the one who took the picture.

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Without the help of friends I am certain this truck could have never been built to this level.
Nolan and Campbell Automotive in Canada -- Thanks again you are the best.

Call them is you need help with any of your engine management problems. It could be the best call you make.
1-780-452-3535

[4OfaKind]

You are also to blame for there being no video of the motor lighting up! :throw: :getout: :smashcomp :banghead: :here!:

Cool truck though.

Mal

[syborg tt]

You are also to blame for there being no video of the motor lighting up! :throw: :getout: :smashcomp :banghead: :here!:

Cool truck though.

Mal

Hi Mal,

Below is the link to it running with the original tune.
The tune from Nolan happened a few day's later.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QE7WZMpnWW8

[mach1stang]

As long as this thing has been at Kennys are you sure he's gonna give you his truck.... I mean your truck back?

[bbcc]

Color change looks fantastic.

X2 on Campbell's. They are local to me and by far one of the top shops in Alberta. Nolan and Mark are both sy/ty fans and have built some nasty stuff for the local guys.

[syborg tt]

As long as this thing has been at Kennys are you sure he's gonna give you his truck.... I mean your truck back?

lol - i am certain he will be happy to get rid of it.

[BMF Machine]

AwsomE! LovE the attention to the finer details~

x2~ on wheres the video?

[syborg tt]

Good Evening,

Okay so I've been a slacker on the updates.
We have been swamped at work - which is a good thing.

So the truck is on the ground and all of the cladding is on the truck.

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Yes, this is aired out.

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[GMracer]

good god Marty! looks sick, whats left?

[syborg tt]

good god Marty! looks sick, whats left?


Really not much. Tuning & Interior

[syborg tt]

Hi All,

I've had a bunch of request for a close up of the exhaust tips.

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[syborg tt]

Happy Friday,

Truck is heading outside for it's final wash before heading to the Recovery Room.

I am certain that Tracy is going to love this truck.

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Mr. Morgan Wood Duffy, CIC, LIA - President
HWI Motorsports • a division of Hayden Wood Insurance Agency, Inc.
30 Turnpike Road • Suite 5 • Southborough, Massachusetts 01772
Office: (508)229-8700 • Mobile: (508)904-0508 • Fax: (508)229-8702
http://www.hwimotorsports.com • http://www.haydenwood.com

[mach1stang]

This truck just keeps getting better and better, but I am still iffy on the bed I think the boxy wheel tubs are a bit of a buzz kill. But hey thats me, and they work so I guess I can let them slide.

Looks sick aired out!!

Kody

[SaturnVUEguy]

Marty, be sure to post interior progress too. I love this thread

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon all,

Well, it's finally outside.

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We still need to change the clamps under the hood and some other little stuff.
But dang is it close.

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The radiator cover changed colors again. It now matches the core support.

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[syborg tt]

This truck just keeps getting better and better, but I am still iffy on the bed I think the boxy wheel tubs are a bit of a buzz kill. But hey thats me, and they work so I guess I can let them slide.

Looks sick aired out!!

Kody

Yep, with the really soft front inner fenders the rear fenders do look out of place but we all agread to just leave well enough alone.

[Motown 454]

It looks awesome. The stance is great.

[Crafty One]

Absolutly love this truck...

[GM_muscle]

any more pics of the grill? were did you find the grill mesh?

[LMDGUY]

Damn it looks great, the stance is perfect!

ps. what all that green stuff in the background?

[Ash]

4th pic....top right...good eye :smoke:

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

woooooorrdd??!!!!

[Chevrolaine]

GoodGuys - 3 weeks!! Gonna make it??

[70TWO NOVA]

man that thing is coming out amazing! great job!!:twothumbs

[Gearhead Dude]

Looks like a fun ride! I like it.

[cstmyzr]

Great build and I'm glad to see it outside looking really finished.

[m6z]

Badass. This syclone is over the top.

[Project69]

Nice truck, how does it ride?

[colt zantop]

man...this truck turned out awesome!! ive been watching it from the begining!!

[mach1stang]

ps. what all that green stuff in the background?


Now you know how Marty is funding this :smoke:

It looks so sick outside goofy bed floor and all!!

[icebird84]

Badass. This syclone is over the top.

indeed :1st:

[HectorM52]

Badass. This Sonoma GT is over the top.
I fixed it for ya! :):angel:

[syborg tt]

Good Evening All,

The truck is at it's new home.

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Kenny is finally happy the truck and it's parts have left his shop.
I can't wait to get the truck home and actually turn on the Stereo and here how the Kicker stuff sounds

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I am not sure if you guys have noticed the Picture Quality is much better.
Tracy can actually operate a camera.

Sorry Kenny.

[GMracer]

I'm much happier with that tail light selection, two thumbs up marty!

[John Wright]

The truck is at it's new home.
Truck is really sweet, but where can I see more pics of that Camaro in the avatar?

[syborg tt]

Truck is really sweet, but where can I see more pics of that Camaro in the avatar?

Thank you

The camaro is my next project. The car has been sitting in my warehouse for about 3 years. Wife found out about it last summer - not a good day i my house lol.

The car has new GM Fenders, Hood, Hood Insulation, Front Nose, Deck Lid, Rear Quarters and a bunch of little pieces under the rear of the car.

Currently sitting in waiting is

LS1
4l60E
Twist Machines Paddle Shift
Nitto Tires -Front & Rear
Nitrous Xpress set up
Air Ride Fender Braces
Billet locking Hood Pins from hoodpins.net

and a slew of other little stuff


This one is going to be a driver that i plan to beat the snot out of. It will also be my Mountain Bike hauler for the summer months. Wait till you see the hidden hitch bike rack set up.

Opps I forgot the links

www.camarorsx.com

http://www.garagescene.net/gallery2/v/Builders/Sportmachines/SM70Camaro/

[srh3trinity]

There are some nice touches on the Camaro rendering. I like the different sized round taillights. That would be a really nice custom touch, of course, I think we have all seen that you have good taste when it comes to body modifications.

[syborg tt]

There are some nice touches on the Camaro rendering. I like the different sized round taillights. That would be a really nice custom touch, of course, I think we have all seen that you have good taste when it comes to body modifications.

Thank you - yep this car is going to be simple.

First I plan to build the chassis and debug everything then Give it to Kenny to do all the body work over the Winter of 2010 / 2011.

My goal is to get the car on the road next summer

[John Wright]

Thank you

The camaro is my next project. The car has been sitting in my warehouse for about 3 years. Wife found out about it last summer - not a good day i my house lol.

The car has new GM Fenders, Hood, Hood Insulation, Front Nose, Deck Lid, Rear Quarters and a bunch of little pieces under the rear of the car.

Currently sitting in waiting is

LS1
4l60E
Twist Machines Paddle Shift
Nitto Tires -Front & Rear
Nitrous Xpress set up
Air Ride Fender Braces
Billet locking Hood Pins from hoodpins.net

and a slew of other little stuff


This one is going to be a driver that i plan to beat the snot out of. It will also be my Mountain Bike hauler for the summer months. Wait till you see the hidden hitch bike rack set up.

Opps I forgot the links

www.camarorsx.com (http://www.camarorsx.com)

http://www.garagescene.net/gallery2/v/Builders/Sportmachines/SM70Camaro/
That camaro is going to be very nice, if the truck is any indicator. Curious though about the 1st link. It mentions sectioning the front fender to provide a more aggressive rake, hood clearances on early second fbodies are tight in stock form, just curious if that will become a problem, or if the motor is going to be sitting lower in the car, but then oil pans sit pretty low in those cars too.

[GMracer]

My goal is to get the car on the road next summer

haha yea ok! :enguard:

Just playing

[Hacker Joe]

I cant wait to see the camaro once you start on it.

you think it is bad your wife just found it, the guy I got it from still thinks I have it in storage!

[John Wright]

I cant wait to see the camaro once you start on it.

you think it is bad your wife just found it, the guy I got it from still thinks I have it in storage!
bwhahahaha...that is siggy material right there

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon all,

Just a quick Update.

Once again I've had the pleasure of working with Simon.

This poster is all about the Motor & Tranny.


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[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Quick Teaser

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Before the Truck left Kenny's
Kenny Install the Billet Hood Pins from Hoodpins.net

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[GMracer]

questions in your wheels are those the low profile flush mount valve stems? because with my 16" rotors I have a feeling I'm going to need them.

[syborg tt]

questions in your wheels are those the low profile flush mount valve stems? because with my 16" rotors I have a feeling I'm going to need them.

yep -- they were made by Weld Racing. However now there sold directly through Summit and tagged as a summit part

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SUM-G1958/

they have held air for 4 years and haven't lost a drop

[s10kool]

Justa down right Sexy Rig!!!Marty I hope to get my wagon just as nice when i get to start on it.

[Bad94]

Thank you

The camaro is my next project. The car has been sitting in my warehouse for about 3 years. Wife found out about it last summer - not a good day i my house lol.

The car has new GM Fenders, Hood, Hood Insulation, Front Nose, Deck Lid, Rear Quarters and a bunch of little pieces under the rear of the car.

Currently sitting in waiting is

LS1
4l60E
Twist Machines Paddle Shift
Nitto Tires -Front & Rear
Nitrous Xpress set up
Air Ride Fender Braces
Billet locking Hood Pins from hoodpins.net

and a slew of other little stuff


This one is going to be a driver that i plan to beat the snot out of. It will also be my Mountain Bike hauler for the summer months. Wait till you see the hidden hitch bike rack set up.

Opps I forgot the links

www.camarorsx.com (http://www.camarorsx.com)

http://www.garagescene.net/gallery2/v/Builders/Sportmachines/SM70Camaro/


And i backed out from buying this car:slap:. I wish i would have bought it now.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Well, let's just say I am behind a little bit on my updates.
Tracy has been kicking but on the interior.

First thing First - you gotta have the blue tape and lot's of it.

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Yep, Kicker is going in.
YAHOO !!!!

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Check out the Depth of these and these are the only 6 1/2" Speakers.

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The Dash is back out and wait till you see what you Tracy has in mindfor the dash.

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and finally we end with the power.

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[syborg tt]

And i backed out from buying this car:slap:. I wish i would have bought it now.

lol - yep you did.

not to worry I will let you drive it.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Big Change a Coming.
Check out what the Guy's at the Recovery room did to the dash!!!

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So here is my original Dash Surround .......

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and this is what happens when you put full trust in your interior shop.

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He claims it just fell apart. Of course Tracy said that with a big grin on his face.

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Current status of the dash.

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I can't wait to show you the trick parts Ride Tech is now making for interiors
and wait till you see what Tracy at the Recovery Room is planning on doing with them.

http://www.ridetech.com

I bet I've peaked your curiosity.

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[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Quick Picture of the new Billet Seat Grommets that Ride Tech now offers.

http://www.ridetech.com/catalog/Precision_Coachworks_Products-2488-1.html

Make sure you click the link to see all of there new cool stuff.

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Nice Close up and the part number for the grommets.

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Now back to our regular schedule updates from Mr. Weaver.
Door Panel Progress

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Dash Progress

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[syborg tt]

Good Morning & Happy Turkey Day

I know it's been a long time since my last post. But the wait will be worth it.

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New! Titanium Turbo Shield

Custom fit T3 & T4 Titanium Turbo Shields with LR Technology provide the ultimate means of reducing turbo lag while serving as
a superior heat barrier - shielding and protecting engine components, hoods and painted surfaces and offers a very cool looking carbon fiber look.

Made from pulverized volcanic rock then strained into a fiber material, Titanium Turbo Shields can withstand direct heat up to
1800 F and 2500 F radiant heat. This means retaining more heat in the turbine and less damaging underhood heat. The result is a cooler
air intake temperature and a boost in horsepower!
Stronger and more durable than other turbo blankets or shields, Titanium Turbo Shields include a hi-temp rated
silica insulation padding under the tight outer layer for extra added protection against extreme turbo-generated heat.

-Anchoring hooks are incorporated to secure shield

-Each Kit Includes: Turbo Shield, 2” x 15 ft roll of Titanium down pipe wrap,
two 14” stainless steel zip ties & fastening wire
-Shields are also sold separately

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We accidently ordered the wrong size but Kenny had to see what they looked like on the truck.

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okay my favorite net only DEI Image

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[watahyahknow]

they look ok to me maibe there to big but it isnt noticable

[RJ66]

Marty the truck is looking killer, I can't what to see it done & in person.



Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
[email protected]
1-262-347-9741

[WTRacing]

Still looks good

This has got to be the longest build ive even seen tho lol

[LMDGUY]

nice! I hope you bring out to the west coast atleast once.

[syborg tt]

Still looks good

This has got to be the longest build ive even seen tho lol

No -- I just need a better job making much much more money.

[syborg tt]

nice! I hope you bring out to the west coast atleast once.

Not to worry there is a really good chance your going to see it over there.

[hotrod fozzie]

any closer to a completion date my moth is watering to see this one in person!!!:seizure:

[E.rodz]

marty glad to see you are still making progress.it loooks to be close now.any ideas were you are going to debut it?love to see it in person.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Quick Update - Actually just a Little Teaser

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[syborg tt]

marty glad to see you are still making progress.it loooks to be close now.any ideas were you are going to debut it?love to see it in person.

My heart is set on Detroit Autorama.

But last time i said that out loud Kenny had a Truck fall on his head.

[John Wright]

Good Morning All,

Quick Update - Actually just a Little Teaser

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Hey who is that guy peeking into the back window with a camera?.....LOL

[syborg tt]

Hey who is that guy peeking into the back window with a camera?.....LOL

We call him the Gray Ghost

[frankenstang]

Is that Kenny? It only took him 4 years to learn how to shoot pictures? Guess you can teach an old dog...

Go borrow some money from a loan shark or something, we need to get this truck finished.

[WEAVER]

Hey who is that guy peeking into the back window with a camera?.....LOL

That would be me

[syborg tt]

Good Day All,

As Christmas is getting closer I figured it's time to do an Update.

The orginal rendering that Bob Thrash did showed the truck as an OEM Concept Vehicle.

So staying with that theme it was important to find the right Seatbellts for the truck.

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When I was at Sema I met Steve and his partner from Seatbletplanet.
These guys are top notch and know more then you can every imagine about seatbelts.
www.seatbeltplanet.com

The main reason we choose the belts from Seatbelt Planet is they are NHSTA approved.
Something that your standard 4 or 5 point harness are not.

Just remember, if you are in an accident and the passenger in your car is not wearing a approved seatbelt
I am willing to bet your insurance company is going to have fun with you.

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Another huge selling factor is there color selection, this is just a few that they had on Display at Sema.

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Wait, is that a Syborg T-Shirt at Sema.
Very cool

T-Shirts are available @ Mac Ink
http://www.mac-ink.com/shirts/SyborgTT.html

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Okay, here are the finished belts for Syborg.

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Okay, we've been getting a lot of questions about the interior.
I figure it's time I start sharing some pics.

Speaker Grille for the Kicker Solo Classic S8C 8-Inch Subwoofer.

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Back Wall of the truck is starting to take Shape.

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Keeping with the OEM theme.
We choose Kicker for the Sound System.
Tracy is doing a great job adding all the little details to make everything look and feel OEM.
www.kicker.com

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A & B Pillars have been covered in Leather.
Nice upgrade from the stock Plastic.

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and finally here is a sneak peak of the dash for all that have been asking.

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www.recoveryroominteriors.com (mip://0c9d6f50/www.recoveryroominteriors.com)

[1981gMachine]

Been watching this thread forever it seems. Looks awesome as always. Love the attention to detail.

[syborg tt]

Been watching this thread forever it seems. Looks awesome as always. Love the attention to detail.

lol - yep it's getting close to being done.

I just wish i had more money - which of course get it done faster but that's not the case.

[Chad-1stGen]

Hey at least you are progressing in the right direction. Awesome build

[CruizinKev]

looking good :twothumbs

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

The snow at Tracy's shop has been brutal and since there has never been a
deadline on the truck I told him Family first and get to the truck when he has time.

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There are not many resources for good quality parts for truck owners.
So far LMC Truck has been a life saver they seem to have every part that we have been unable to find for this build.

Instead of Tracy making a headliner from Scratch I contacted LMC truck and ordered one of there ABS Headliners.

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cst/full.aspx?Page=111

I originally ordered the headliner in black but as some of you know the interior color has changed.
Tracy removed the black material and prepped it for the new fabric.
It make life better when you start with a quality part.

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Tracy & Jimmy recovered the headliner with the material that matches the interiors leather

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Installed in the truck - You can start to get a feel for what the interior is going to look like once complete.

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In order to make the dash look finished it was important to add a glove box door.
This will also help us if we need to get to the MSD box or the Big Stuff 3 ignition.

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[twosaturns]

Good Afternoon All,

...since there has never been a
deadline on the truck...

understatement of the decade! :):enguard:

seriously, I've been watching since the beginning and am always intrigued at the ideas, changes and execution of this build.

[796spdbu]

Marty,
who camaro is that in your avatar?
Truck is coming along nicely!

[syborg tt]

Marty,
who camaro is that in your avatar?
Truck is coming along nicely!


The camaro - it's the next project. I can't wait to get that one started I've got some pretty cool idea's for that one.

[killer69]

HEY WEAVER Do you know which end of the shovel actually does the work???
get out there and shovel or i'm sending MORE!!!


hahahah

[796spdbu]

Thanks Marty! From your avatar it looks cool!

[syclonetommy]

HEY WEAVER Do you know which end of the shovel actually does the work???
get out there and shovel or i'm sending MORE!!!


hahahah

What's all that White Stuff?????????


Tom

[protour73]

Armageddon is definitely coming, Marty is posting an update on the truck!!!! :seizure:

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

This post is dedicated to a good friend Dave 'Myclone"
Way back Dave said to me that he wanted to ride along in my truck once it was complete.
Unfortunately that will never happen Dave lost his life while under one of his trucks.

He was in a hurry and didn't properly set the vehicle on jack stands.
So please be careful when your working on your cars and safety first - ALWAYS !!!

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Kenny, Tracy & I all agreed the seats needed a little modification.

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Close up view of the modified seat.

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Not to worry Guys there will be a headrest.
Tracy made up this little templete and sent it over to Ron @ WMC Design.

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It's unfortunate that Dave won't be able to be my passenger.
But I will always remember him and know that he is riding next to me when I am driving the truck.

[syborg tt]

Armageddon is definitely coming, Marty is posting an update on the truck!!!! :seizure:

wait till i start posting camaro updates

[protour73]

wait till i start posting camaro updatesspeaking of which, check your email!!!:idea:

[Dalamar]

I just read through this whole thread, with a few breaks.
I'm very impressed at the fabrication and lengths you've gone to creat a beautiful and very custom ride.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

As you know the seats have been cut down.
In order to protect my brain bucket we came up with these innovative Headrest brackets.

Tracy made a cardboard template and shipped them to Ron at Wilson Muscle cars.
www.wilsonmusclecars.com (http://www.wilsonmusclecars.com)

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Ron took it to the next level and created the CAD files needed to actually create the brackets
both for the headrest and the roll cage.

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Dennis over at High Speed Welding made the roll cage brackets for us.
www.highspeedwelding.com (http://www.highspeedwelding.com)

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and Finally TJ over at IMI Manufacturing in Bolingbrook, IL cut the final brackets.
e-mail: [email protected]

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It took a real group effort to make these things and I can't wait to see how Tracy & Jimmy finish these off.

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I almost forgot - The UPS Driver that came back to pick these up at my shop so we I could get these to Tracy.

[syborg tt]

I just read through this whole thread, with a few breaks.
I'm very impressed at the fabrication and lengths you've gone to creat a beautiful and very custom ride.

Hi Jeff,

Wow - thanks for taking the time to read the entire thread. How long did it take ?

[Throttle]

That is Awsome..

[Young Gun]

Marty-
I fall of the face of the earth for a bit and come back to see the truck has gone all hollywood with even more sweet little parts! Lookin great as usual!

[Dalamar]

Hi Jeff,

Wow - thanks for taking the time to read the entire thread. How long did it take ?

I spread it through the evening, had dinner and came back to it.
4 hrs or so.

[mbrunson427]

is your cage certified to nhra specs bolted through the back of the cab like that? I want to do something like that with my ranchero so i dont have to go through the rear window but i dont know what the specs call for.

[syborg tt]

03-22-10 Update - Dude it's Done !!!

Good Morning All,

Tracy & Jimmy finished the Interior a couple weeks ago, I just haven't had time to post pictures.

I will do my best to post a bunch of pictures this week.

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Tracy wanted to move some of Autometer Gauges out of the original Dash Surround.
Big difference the new dash surround houses 5 vs. the Original one that held 9.

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The Finished Product - much cleaner looking.

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[Dalamar]

that does look cleaner. nicely spread out.

[syborg tt]

Good Evening All,

Sorry this post is so late.

My goal is to post every Mon & Thursday till you see the finished product.
Lets start from the beginning

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Dave @ Comp Fabrication built the entire dash out of sheetmetal.

As you can see from the above picture we needed the extra space.
We lost a bunch of real estate when the firewall was moved back.

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The dash mimics the Factory dash almost exactly.

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Yet to install was the glove box - Not to worry that is where the interior guy's do there magic.

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Making room for the Autometer gauges they removed from the Dash Surround.

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New Home - right under the Vintage Air controls.

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Laying the material.

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Stepping up the details on the dash with some trim.

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Two more Autometer gauges in place.

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see ya next week - have a great weekend.

[icebird84]

looking good keep it up

[Young Gun]

dayum

[Motown 454]

They look great.

[CruizinKev]

oh sweet!! :twothumbs

[1981gMachine]

3 years an almost 5 months I've been following this. All Can say is Wow. Too see this car in person would take hours just to take in every little detail. And they would miss all of this, the stuff they can't see.

Keep it up, I can't wait to see this project complete.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

So what do you do when you have a good looking center console that no longer fits the quality of the build and the future interior.
You tell the guys at Recovery Room Interiors to have at it and let them see what they can come up with.

Taking everyone way back to the beginning.
This is what we started with.

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When we started building the Interior at Comp Fab it was important to the project that
we maintain the factory center consule that was specific to the Syclone, Typhoon & Sonoma GT's.

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First version of the Interior was really nice and we all thought the factory door panels were a little weak.

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Starting with a clean slate -- the idea's started flying.

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Not sure how the color changed to tan, I think I lost the coin toss with Kenny & Tracy.

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This is what we handed Tracy & Jimmy and said make it work.

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If you can remember back to the last post some of the gauges came out of the dash surround which means
they need to find a new home in the center consule.

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Recovering the stock consule might sound like an easy task.
I assure you it takes time and skill to get stitches to line up this nice.

Did I mention that laying the leather this tight and smooth is also a talent?

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Finished gauge pod or should I say almost finished.

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Not sure if you remember this original dull black shifter surround.
It's amazing what a little color can do.

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Details - Simple Pin Punched material adds texture to the interior.

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Autometer Gauges Installed.
More Details - Once again we made the call to Wilson Muscle Car and had them cut us some Billet Syborg Emblems.

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[CruizinKev]

wow looking great :twothumbs

[Chevelle LT1]

Very nicely done...really adds a higher-quality feel (of course, not to say there was anything low-buck about it in the first place!)