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my69rocks
08-25-2004, 04:44 AM
Hi, thanks for looking in on my restification. :cool: I'm merging the old with the new like 4 wheel disc brakes, rack & pinion steering, LS1 fuel injection with Luanati cam, Comp push rods and valve springs. 4L60 E auto with 2800 TCI converter and a Transgo shift kit.:6gears: A Moser 12 bolt with 373's. All metal work has been performed by Mike Riggs of Mike's Custom Cars, He does a great job and is very meticulous.

68RallySport
08-25-2004, 10:45 AM
That thing is awsome! Keep us posted on the pro's and con's of the steroids kit when u get her on the road....
David

jakespeeds
08-25-2004, 11:15 AM
Could you show a pic of the Steeroids kit from the front of the car. I was wondering how much lower than the crossmember it hung down.

Jake

Ralph LoGrasso
08-25-2004, 01:45 PM
Welcome to the site, nice ride! Maybe consider some tubular upper control arms for the future.

my69rocks
08-26-2004, 04:44 AM
The rack and pinion is pretty much the same level. If you look at the pick, the one under the car, up through the tunnel, you'll see there it is about the same level as the crossmember.

my69rocks
08-26-2004, 04:51 AM
Ralph,
Thank you and thanks for the time you guys have put into the site.

jakespeeds
08-26-2004, 05:59 AM
I did not catch that. Thanks. Also in that picture you can really appreciate the level of work you went into. Looks great. I was a little worried about the Steeroid kit. I was thinking about doing an entire Martz from chassis. Mine sits pretty low and I was worried the rack would tag something in the road if I stayed with the orginal subframe.

Jake




The rack and pinion is pretty much the same level. If you look at the pick, the one under the car, up through the tunnel, you'll see there it is about the same level as the crossmember.

my69rocks
08-26-2004, 08:16 AM
Jake, I'll get an actual measurement for you and get back to you. By the way I first found the Steeroids via the Pro-Touring site.

Mike

jakespeeds
08-26-2004, 08:43 AM
Thanks,

I am still pissed I did not find this site earlier. The money I would have saved!

Jake

907rs
08-26-2004, 11:29 AM
Man that car is gonna be sweet!

my69rocks
08-27-2004, 04:47 AM
Thank you David. How has the 10 bolt worked out for you? Is it a first gen 10 bolt? I'm considering rebuilding mine with new axels and everything and running 373's.

awr68
08-28-2004, 05:29 PM
That really is turning out nice!! Great sheet metal work, one question though...all that metal work and no mini-tubs?? Ok, one more...is that the WRX blue??

my69rocks
08-30-2004, 07:33 AM
Tony, thank you. Mini tubs would have been nice....but as you know you have to plan and stick to that plan somewhat or things can get out of control. For what I'll be doing, Nitto 255/45/17's will be more than suffient. Sorry can't answer you on the blue paint since it was a custom mix.

Steve1968LS2
08-31-2004, 08:58 PM
That really is turning out nice!! Great sheet metal work, one question though...all that metal work and no mini-tubs?? Ok, one more...is that the WRX blue??

My car is WRX blue.. and i hope i end up being the first :)

that color seems a bit lighter.. beautiful car.. im a sucker for blue :D

my69rocks
09-05-2004, 08:45 AM
Steve, Your car is very nice! Lots of detail also. Don't worry you will surely be first. I'm a while from completion.

MrQuick
09-05-2004, 08:01 PM
Hey Mike, he sure does nice work. Will be a nice peice when done. question...is all that goodmark stuff? How was the fit?

my69rocks
09-08-2004, 04:50 AM
Hey Vince, Most of the sheet metal is from DII and some Goodmark. As always nothing ever bolts right up. One qrt. had to have some metal work and the fenders (Goodmark) needed cutting and adding in 3 places. The inner passenger side door had to be separated from the skin, material removed, and door panel adjusted to allow for good gaps. :attn: Again, enough can't be said about Mike Riggs @ Mike's Custom Cars, making sure the gaps were great.

MCC
08-10-2008, 07:08 AM
Mike,

Show us some new pics, of your car .....

Motown 454
11-15-2008, 06:56 PM
Mike I saw the color on your car its a beautiful color. As far as the sheet metal you could give mike the worst reproduction fender and when he was done with it you'll think it NOS
Wayne

Restomod
11-15-2008, 07:08 PM
:postpics:

MCC
12-13-2008, 02:20 PM
Some pics, !!!!

my69rocks
12-13-2008, 06:48 PM
My pics are now loaded......

Motown 454
12-13-2008, 07:09 PM
Looks good Mike . I can't wait to see mine that far a long.
I saw this car in person. Mike's doing an awesome job getting it back together. I heard it run it sounds great too. Nice job detailing underneeth. And nice slideshow.

MCC
01-14-2009, 05:49 PM
You can see more photos of Mike's project here ...

http://www.mikescustomcars.com/projects/projects.asp?proj=workman69&album=1



Mike's Custom Cars
1-803-329-2835
www.mikescustomcars.com (http://www.mikescustomcars.com)

Motown 454
01-14-2009, 06:41 PM
Nice work Mike! That back seat looks sweet . The whole interior looks great. Maybe while I'm here in Fla. I'll get a chance to see your car again. Wayne

1971CHEVELLE
01-15-2009, 03:46 AM
Nice work Mike! That back seat looks sweet . The whole interior looks great. Maybe while I'm here in Fla. I'll get a chance to see your car again. Wayne

Wow Nice work:1st:

Motown 454
04-28-2009, 08:51 PM
Any new updates Mike ?

71SlammedCam
04-29-2009, 03:22 PM
What seats did you use? Car looks great.

Motown 454
04-29-2009, 07:48 PM
That back seat is made by Mikes Custom Cars in SC.

71SlammedCam
04-30-2009, 06:11 PM
Thanks. do you know about the front?