Goldberg Trans Am

[GOLDBERG]

Which application are looking at... turbos, centri, roots, or positive displacement (whipple)?

David

Still weighing our options.....

[COPO-RAT]

Be sure to let us know when that car is coming east.
I would love to see it and meet you as well.

x2!

[Vinz68]

:twothumbsWow !! This is going to be a sick car!!! Congrats and welcome! looking forward to meeting you at OUSCI. The carbon fiber is killer. Great job Albert.

[sgt d]

good looking project! and from my experience, once you go turbo you never go back!

[thedodgeboys]

great build pretty nice stuff :)

[aj400v8]

I'm a newbie here but not really...I first found out about Pro-touring.com about 11years ago & I'm finally in a position to complete a project of my very own completely through. I'm building a '69 GTO & it should be done in a few months which I'm very excited about!!!
I also wanted to say welcome Goldberg!!! Having you build your sicka%# Pro-touring Trans am, only motivates me more on my own project build! Thank you for posting & like everyone else who has posted, we all can't wait to see all the stages from here of your amazing beast! Thx A.J.

[protouring70]

Great looking product Albert!!!

[tellyv]

Albert's parts are top notch, and you can't ask for a nicer guy! I have a set of his fenders on my gold t.a. and they fit great. Cool build Bill welcome aboard!

[tazzz25906112]

Vinnie, Brent, Telly,,,, thanks guys this is all new and having people recognize the effort this early on makes it pretty darn special indeed....

The good news is that all the individuals that surround me make it look like its fairly easy,,, and that their front line efforts have resulted in really good fitting quality parts in what has been released to date as Beta parts is way off the charts.... Thanks to Mike (Pablo), Mike (Coop), and Austin for their hard work in preparing the cool parts we all love.....

The company is new,,, and I'll attempt to continue to meet others expectations when they order product as I tend to be somewhat of a compulsive personality that doesn't want you to receive anything I wouldn't want to receive myself....
Thanks again guys....
Albert

[Jims78elky]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

can't forget the dash! Thx autometer!


sick!!

[scomp890]

Hey Albert.
If you need a local to help you "test" some parts, let me know;)

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMG_1662-2.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMG_1656-1.jpghttps://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMG_1663-1.jpg

[BanditDave]

Lookin' awesome, Bill...man I miss my TA.

[Flash68]

Thing is crankin away!

Cool steering wheel -- which one is that, Bill?

[manicmechanic]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMG_1656-1.jpg

Wow, my 71 bird has that same funky folded over place on the firewall trans tunnel! I thought it was a one time miss stamp but apperently it happened a few times....

[Ron.in.SoCal]

Wow, my 71 bird has that same funky folded over place on the firewall trans tunnel! I thought it was a one time miss stamp but apperently it happened a few times....

My 69 (Camaro) has it too. I kinda like it!

[sr73bu]

Thing is crankin away!

Cool steering wheel -- which one is that, Bill?

x2 Love the steering wheel.... Sparco?

[Vicinity]

My 69 (Camaro) has it too. I kinda like it!

As does my 68.

Love the seats. Don't think I've seen those before.

[GOLDBERG]

....and that is EXACTLY what I want to hear! All SPARCO stuff guys.

[MyFriendScott]

So once the car is finished, I vote that Goldberg and Joe Rogan battle it out on the pavement with their respective Trans Am and Cuda. A tie breaker in the octagon if required.

For those not in "the know", Rogan is a practicing MMA guy in addition to calling the fights for the UFC. I think Bill has an extreme height and weight advantage, but I'll put my money on the MMA guy every time. Come on, this is all in good fun.

[GOLDBERG]

I'd blow the doors off of his "Cuda that's a bet

[bhcustomdesigns]

Cars lookin awesome cant wait to see it finished!

[MyFriendScott]

I'd blow the doors off of his "Cuda that's a bet

Someone go sign up Rogan to this site, he's got a bet waiting. :)

Should the shootout be BullRun style which Bill is very familiar with, or Battle of the Supercars style with host Lee Reherman keeping Bill and Joe at arms length?

Regardless, Bill, glad to have you around.

[GrabberGT]

Someone go sign up Rogan to this site, he's got a bet waiting. :)

Should the shootout be BullRun style which Bill is very familiar with, or Battle of the Supercars style with host Lee Reherman keeping Bill and Joe at arms length?

Regardless, Bill, glad to have you around.

Too much fun. I vote Battle of the Supercars style.


I'd blow the doors off of his "Cuda that's a bet


Which application are looking at... turbos, centri, roots, or positive displacement (whipple)?

David

Shall we revisit this question again??? Inquiring minds want to know. :secret:

[John Wright]

I'd blow the doors off of his "Cuda that's a betbe careful....One of his shows destroys second gens ::Mad:: for the sake of invoking FEAR in the contestants....

LOL, I will bet on the TA before the Cuda too......

[Flash68]

I'd blow the doors off of his "Cuda that's a bet

Of course you would. That Cuda (while awesome in its own way) is a show car with 22's on it and 600 hp and an auto trans. Weak sauce against the Goldberg pro touring thunder machine!

[OLDFLM]

Hey Bill, more good news on your build! :look: Did you see this?

http://finance.yahoo.com/video/personalfinance-18826566/5-collectable-cars-under-15-000-25640308

Something I think we already knew! LOL But "others" are starting to take notice of the 70-73 'birds too!

[AdvAutoBob]

Lookin' good, Bill... one thing, tho: those Sparco's gonna be ok for a 6ft driver? :)

[LeighP]

I used Corvette seats out of a late C4....they gave me at least another 1.5" of head room and put my eyeline down at the right height....nice light seats too, and cheap.

[69X22]

Looking nice

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/Hobbs2011063000275-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/Hobbs2011063000277-1.jpg
.....with some VintageAir!!!!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/Hobbs2011063000272-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/Hobbs2011063000273-1.jpg

THX GUYS!!!!

[Gitter Dun]

Awesome radiators. I ran at Buttonwillow in 104 degree weather and the car never got over 200.

Might be different if your running AC at the same time though, lol.

[tazzz25906112]

Vintage and Be cool,,, all great products I agree

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/Hobbs2011063000279-1.jpghttps://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/Hobbs2011063000280-1.jpg

[John Wright]

purdy parts!

[MichaelUser]

Damn...
The more I look at the carbon fiber I would never want to paint it. It would be too "tuner carish" not to, but man it's looks sano all carbon fiber.

[Vicinity]

I thought you weren't doing A/C?

[GOLDBERG]

.....better to have than have not! I caved to Bill Howell. "Father knows best"

[thedodgeboys]

.....better to have than have not! I caved to Bill Howell. "Father knows best"

Yes he does..

Goldberg, I thought you were a Mopar guy??? :(

[GOLDBERG]

Yes he does..

Goldberg, I thought you were a Mopar guy??? :(

I'm a car guy...

[David Sloan]

I'm a car guy...

Amen Brother!!

Parts are so cool!

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/Hobbs2011070500299-1.jpg

[bhcustomdesigns]

Its lookin good!

[aj400v8]

those carbon fiber pieces look real good!

[John Wright]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/Hobbs2011070500299-1.jpg

Dude.....you have no idea....LOL Try this stuff on my budget....talk about slooooow.....LOL

Fit looks great, at least what I can see in the pics, Albert did ya good with those pieces.
Did the boxes feel light compared to the original sheet metal?

[AdvAutoBob]

ahh, carbon fiber porn... nice!

Taking shape quicker than one of my projects for sure!

[monteboy84]

Stunning car, I love the rendering. Clean lines but it still smacks you in the face when you look at it. Should be a real performer too.

-matt

[MrQuick]

It always seems to move at a snails pace.....But I see life!!


make no mistakes, them DEMENTED BOY'S are doin' it. Looks great.

[GOLDBERG]

....just a bad photo, sorry

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/DSC00147-1.jpg

[JBCO]

I think it's a good move. I personally don't care for the look of carbon fiber all that much. Painting things will keep a more unified look :)

[critter]

Personally, I think it's kind of cool. Hit them with a velvet hammer.

[WS6]

I'd rather cover it up as well. Maybe show off the carbon in a stripe or as an outline of the bird.

[cobragt]

I wish I actually had a budget, I'm actually at the point where I have to sell parts and a project car to afford to buy parts for my build.
Dude.....you have no idea....LOL Try this stuff on my budget....talk about slooooow.....LOL

Fit looks great, at least what I can see in the pics, Albert did ya good with those pieces.
Did the boxes feel light compared to the original sheet metal?

[SparkyRnD]

darn cool build, would love to see it up close at an event

[OLDFLM]

I think the subtle reveal in the TA stripe will tell the CF tale just fine for the hood and nose... the painted fenders and valance will maintain the stealth aspect. Looking great Bill! :cool:

[EXTREME NOVA]

Too cool of a build. Looking forward to the stance and engine output numbers!!

[A.I.I.]

Can't wait to see the car finished, is Jamie doing the entire build? If so he's going to be very busy over the next 4 months

I know Timm's(Skyscrape) car is going out to NM also to be finished by him and the kids.

[GOLDBERG]

Yes, James is doing the bulk of the work........then the car comes to me for some finish work and the interior completed(TigerCage install,etc.)When interior is completed, the car will be shipped to Hendrick Motorsports for tuning, then off to Detroit Speed.
Demented Customs busy? Try Skrapes car, Joba Chamberlin's,Michael Strahan's,"Uncle Louis" Fat Boy's Caddy......and MY Blazer!!!!! I'd say they're busy!!!

So many sponsors have gone above and beyond on this build;hopefully the car does not disappoint.

[John Wright]

hopefully the car does not disappoint.not a chance...looks great so far!

[wvnova]

welcome to the board bill, what kind of hp will the ls-7 have?

[GOLDBERG]

I believe we're cranking out around 638hp......so far.

[SparkyRnD]

so it'll be slow is what you're saying :)

for color, I vote red & black

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/Rearhousingcomplete-1.jpg

[newmexicosaint]

GOOD LORD MAN!!! That looks like it came off a TANK!! very nice!!

[LeighP]

Gee, Mister......Are you sure it'll be strong enough?
:)

hehehehehe......

[Will Baty]

hows the progress coming..do you have any updated pictures? Looks great so far cant wait to see it on the graound & painted.

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

unholy!

[Vicinity]

http://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd466/teamgoldberg/Project%20ERNREE%20build/Rearhousingcomplete.jpg

Do want.

[Rybar]

Project is looking good, The rear brakes look insane and I really like the seats and Carbon panels. Going to be killer when done Goldberg.

[Motown 454]

"Nice rear you got there Bill" Ahhhhhhh so to speak. Awesome project with that power and suspension plus the goodies from all your sponsors. Its going to Rock!
And I agree with Critter

Personally, I think it's kind of cool. Hit them with a velvet hammer.

[devwil68]

must be nice!

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC00005-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC00007-1.jpg
Been a while since we've posted and it's time to catch up. Had a great week at the SHORC (where the car was supposed to originally debut), and got some extra motivation watching the Ratpack rolling down the highway. A few issues have been addressed with and we're back on track. I expect updates to be fast and furious from here on out so stay tuned......

[ty1295]

So where is it planned to debut now?

[SparkyRnD]

looking good!

[GOLDBERG]

Looks like we're shooting for Pigeon Forge then off to Cruisin the Coast.......

[RS_Customs]

Looks like we're shooting for Pigeon Forge then off to Cruisin the Coast.......

Oh man.....you let the cat out of the bag.....lol

Robert

[HectorM52]

Oh man.....you let the cat out of the bag.....lol

Robert

No doubt! I'm excited!!

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000251-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000261-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000352-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000322-1.jpg

[Off Duty]

Good to see you back.
Nice progress:)

Looking good!

[brrymnvette]

Awesome build! I like it even more that one of my childhood hero's shares my same obsession.

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000052-1.jpghttps://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000072-1.jpghttps://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000092-1.jpghttps://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000233-1.jpg

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

yea flat black!

[racedaddy]

Your car is insane!!

[jgpclone]

man that car is going to b sexy when its done

[rossmacd]

subscribing

[Finch]

Bill,

I recommend flipping the rear shocks so the lines are up top and the rebound adjuster is on the bottom where you can just reach under the car and adjust. This also allows you to pop a couple holes in the trunk floor and mount the remote canisters in the trunk for even easier access.

Overall looking great and will put this on my list of cars I want to flog

[GOLDBERG]

Will do my brother. Thank you for the advice. Hope all is well....

[damannhw]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000233-1.jpg

Lookin' BAD_SS. Man I can't wait to see this in person @ RTTH !

[John Wright]

Wow....she's taking shape!

[shortrack]

Just tuned in.....gotta get out more.....Effin' boat!....boat stands for Bend Over And Take it...!!!

All the good hardware....awesome.....dont let it go to waste on the show circuit for too long.

Sorry but if I had of known you were such a car guy I wouldnt have kicked your azz and stole your girl in high school we could have been friends....haha yeeeeah

[GOLDBERG]

Show circuit? That's hilarious!!!!!This car won't GO to a show unless it has a road course or Autocross.....

[GOLDBERG]

.....and if your up for it I'll be in Tulsa this weekend and we can go for round 2

[kmdracer]

Looks to be a beast. Have fun with it! Top shelf projects like this keep me striving away on my stuff.

[newmexicosaint]

Bill,

Not to hijack a thread but is your show "Garage Mahal" still a go?

[HectorM52]

.....and if your up for it I'll be in Tulsa this weekend and we can go for round 2

Where do we get the tickets for THIS event!?!? LOL, Goldberg's gonna whoop up on some keyboard commandos at each of our events, saweet!

[Motown 454]

Its looking sweet, and moving right along. Very nice.

[Ripped]

Show circuit? That's hilarious!!!!!This car won't GO to a show unless it has a road course or Autocross.....
A man after my own heart. It's one thing to make a car look good, it's another to make it go ;-)

[ryeguy2006a]

.....and if your up for it I'll be in Tulsa this weekend and we can go for round 2

Now that is funny, nice build by the way. We need more pictures though.

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000063-1.jpg

[Code Red]

Wow awesome work, any chance the car will show up on the next Bull Run TV show?

[OLDFLM]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000063-1.jpg

Please, please, please, paint or powdercoat the LS valvecovers Pontiac Baby Blue!!!!

[Code Red]

Please, please, please, paint or powdercoat the LS valvecovers Pontiac Baby Blue!!!!


you mean the pontiac metallic blue right ;-)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/IMG_0517-1.jpg

[Tony_SS]

Looking good!

[GOLDBERG]

Unfortunately, the Executive Producers of BULLRUN were more concerned with getting people involved in their rally ($18k-$20k entry fee) than they were producing a top quality show. I'm working with Conrad Ricketts (Extreme Makeover Exec. Producer) and my partner Matt Kutcher (spectrumspecialeffects) on developing a top notch, gearhead minded reality series. I'll keep everyone posted.......

[craigs73]

wow 18-20k to be on the show ..... WOW!! so your not doing show anymore?

[GOLDBERG]

No. 18-20 to be in the rally not the tv show. The tv show drove the interest for the rally which seemed to be their intent.

[Gitter Dun]

Not sure if you are based in California but a big group of us are headed out to Buttonwillow Racepark on September 17 and 18th. Would be great to see you out there.

[jgpclone]

Not sure if you are based in California but a big group of us are headed out to Buttonwillow Racepark on September 17 and 18th. Would be great to see you out there.

Were is this located at I might just wana go see u guys run, I quite some time until my project is done

[Gitter Dun]

Were is this located at I might just wana go see u guys run, I quite some time until my project is done

Right now we have a group of 15 cars that are committed so it should be pretty cool. I believe Buttonwillow is about 20 miles south of Bakersfield.

[craigs73]

So there not doing show anymore i take it

[Ron.in.SoCal]

Were is this located at I might just wana go see u guys run, I quite some time until my project is done

Danny - I might be spectating, so PM me as it gets closer and maybe we'll run out there together. Gaetano alone is worth the giggles...!

[tazzz25906112]

Looking good and looking forward to stretching it's legs at RTTC bud....

[Code Red]

Unfortunately, the Executive Producers of BULLRUN were more concerned with getting people involved in their rally ($18k-$20k entry fee) than they were producing a top quality show. I'm working with Conrad Ricketts (Extreme Makeover Exec. Producer) and my partner Matt Kutcher (spectrumspecialeffects) on developing a top notch, gearhead minded reality series. I'll keep everyone posted.......

I guess its all about the money, imagine that lol. Kind of sucks because that was the only reality show I enjoyed watching.

[GOLDBERG]

Many thx for the invite but we'll be heading to Pigeon Forge then off to Cruizin the Coast about that time. It may be my second choice, but if we are in town ,how about us bringing this bad boy (the black one BTW....)?48845

[tazzz25906112]

Many thx for the invite but we'll be heading to Pigeon Forge then off to Cruizin the Coast about that time. It may be my second choice, but if we are in town ,how about us bringing this bad boy (the black one BTW....)?48845

That Dam thing is just Way To Hot!!!

[LeighP]

many thx for the invite but we'll be heading to pigeon forge then off to cruizin the coast about that time. It may be my second choice, but if we are in town ,how about us bringing this bad boy (the black one btw....)?48845

sweeeettt!!!!

[COPO-RAT]

Many thx for the invite but we'll be heading to Pigeon Forge then off to Cruizin the Coast about that time. It may be my second choice, but if we are in town ,how about us bringing this bad boy (the black one BTW....)?48845

Hey Bill,
What are the wheel/tire specs on that thing? Does it see track time wearing those 'shoes'? Do tell!

[Gitter Dun]

From the size of the wheels and the way the exhaust is set up it looks like an old SCCA racer.

[GOLDBERG]

You are correct ! Ron Kirby drove the car during the early days. Back story is as follows........

Back in the day when I lived within spitting distance of Bill and Ernie Elliot's shop, I had a "70 Challenger(see below) that I used to rip up and down their runway (before I blew the motor). For a 2-3 yr. period, I was an occasional witness to the restoration of this killer car. I drooled at the work they performed. One day I get a flyer for the upcoming Barrett Jackson auction, and low and behold...........the same 1970 Z28 appears. I immediately got on the phone to the person most responsible for the restoration and the questions started to fly. Long story short, my friend (and local legend) Bob Johnson was present at the auction and purchased the car on my behalf. The previous owner was/is quite a racer himself. Gary Bennett, who many of you know from Barrett Jackson, is that man. This car is his love and I've sworn that one day he may buy the car back.
I've had this baby for years and have only hit the track with it once (though that one time was at the Coronado Festival of Speed). After a complete restoration by some of the best in the business, I originally chose not to drive the car. You will be glad to know I've seen the light and have now decided to let 'er breathe!! Hopefully I can get to Willow Springs the 16th........

[Gitter Dun]

OK, no offense but the Challenger isn't much for lefts and rights. I did the quarter mile thing twice. Not to fun being on the track 10-11 seconds at a time and then waiting forever to go again.

Just my opinion........ but being on the track 20-25 minutes at a time beats the hell out of quarter mile runs.

Once again, never mind me............sometimes I cant keep my thoughts to myself, lol.

[GOLDBERG]

The only time I turned the Challenger left or right was at the Elliot's runway. It was an awesome experience. Obviously the Z-28's hitting the track. To each his own I suppose. I like just about anything that has a roll bar and a harness that hauls ass.

Never mind me......... I never keep my thoughts to myself

By the way, this car is a 1963 Dodge 330 factory aluminum lightweight pushbutton automatic that I've also run. Kinda awesome experience in it's own right pushing buttons ripping down the track. But granted it's different.

Peace...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/005_5-1.jpg
:drive2:

[Code Red]

Running down the quarter mile track is fun at times, but I would love to do a road course sometime, closest I've ever come was driving the Tail Of The Dragon in my truck, which is when I realized I needed to redo my suspension lol

[Gitter Dun]

The only time I turned the Challenger left or right was at the Elliot's runway. It was an awesome experience. Obviously the Z-28's hitting the track. To each his own I suppose. I like just about anything that has a roll bar and a harness that hauls ass.

Never mind me......... I never keep my thoughts to myself

By the way, this car is a 1963 Dodge 330 factory aluminum lightweight pushbutton automatic that I've also run. Kinda awesome experience in it's own right pushing buttons ripping down the track. But granted it's different.

Peace...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/005_5-1.jpg
:drive2:

I seem to remember a little something about these cars. Push button shifting must have been a hoot, lol.

Didn't they start putting hemi's in them around 1965 or so? If I remember correctly, they were even the car to beat right off the show room floor?

That car certainly is a sweet piece of history.

[thedodgeboys]

Now your talking Mr.Goldberg :-) someday you should do a thread or a book of all the cool cars you have owned. I know I would enjoy the stories that go with the cars.



You are correct ! Ron Kirby drove the car during the early days. Back story is as follows........

Back in the day when I lived within spitting distance of Bill and Ernie Elliot's shop, I had a "70 Challenger(see below) that I used to rip up and down their runway (before I blew the motor). For a 2-3 yr. period, I was an occasional witness to the restoration of this killer car. I drooled at the work they performed. One day I get a flyer for the upcoming Barrett Jackson auction, and low and behold...........the same 1970 Z28 appears. I immediately got on the phone to the person most responsible for the restoration and the questions started to fly. Long story short, my friend (and local legend) Bob Johnson was present at the auction and purchased the car on my behalf. The previous owner was/is quite a racer himself. Gary Bennett, who many of you know from Barrett Jackson, is that man. This car is his love and I've sworn that one day he may buy the car back.
I've had this baby for years and have only hit the track with it once (though that one time was at the Coronado Festival of Speed). After a complete restoration by some of the best in the business, I originally chose not to drive the car. You will be glad to know I've seen the light and have now decided to let 'er breathe!! Hopefully I can get to Willow Springs the 16th........

[GOLDBERG]

Great idea Scott. There's always a story...........Thank god the cars can't speak for themselves!!!Ha Ha

[72BBSwinger]

How many times have you heard someone say that in 1964 the Pontiac GTO was the hottest thing out there? Thats funny, yes it was probably the hottest "selling" thing out there but Mopar had those cars covered by a landslide lol!

[Flash68]

GOLDBERG -- bring that bad boy Z28 to the road course if you can next month! You will make our already impressive roster even more fantastic with that!

Having just been to the vintage Trans Am series races last weekend at Laguna Seca, I am in love with that style of car even more. Get that sucker out on the road course... somewhere... anywhere. LOL

[GOLDBERG]

That's my goal schedule permitting.

[tazzz25906112]

Hi Bill have a look at the stripe in the photo and drop me a call when you get a chance bud.....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/3-2.jpg

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000104-1.jpghttps://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000174-1.jpg

[Ripped]

Looks great. Can't wait to see more!

[Gitter Dun]

Doesn't look like it will be much longer before your behind the wheel with your foot in the throttle. You've gotta be getting pretty excited at this point.

Looking forward to seeing you out on a road course on the west coast sometime.

[tazzz25906112]

Looking real good bud...

[GOLDBERG]

Calling my Canadian friend as we speak.....

[ProTour72]

great progress. Is it going to SEMA?

[John Wright]

Screaming eagle with a lil carbon showing through....is nice touch.

[GOLDBERG]

ABSOLUTELY!!!!! I'll host the Optima Event while my WIFE competes with project "ERNREE!!!"

....if you're wondering why my wife is driving.......I'm building the car for her AND she's a STUNTWOMAN!!!!!!!!!!

[AZSaleen04]

Bill welcome to the PT world and you're building an insane machine! Been a fan of yours for years and look forward to seeing the finished product!

[irregal83]

Wow! amazing build Goldberg! i love the hood design. hope to see more progress soon

[manicmechanic]

Welcome to Tulsa Bill, a homecoming long awaited... Hope you have a good time this weekend! Car is looking good.

[LeighP]

I gather looking at this pic that you're using Aerocatches?
Any chance of some detailed pics of how yours are fitted up?
Thanks.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000174-1.jpg

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC00098-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC00091-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC00100-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC00104-1.jpg

[89 RS]

Bill, I can't believe how fast this build is going...car is going to be up and running before you know it. Thanks for sharing as often as you do, a lot of cool stuff going on.

[GOLDBERG]

The build's progress can be directly related to my wonderful sponsors for stepping up. Whether it be with product or direction, I'm blessed with an unbelievable team. BUT, the true credit goes to James and his sons at DEMENTED CUSTOMS. These cars are a handful to build, and with cars lining up (Michael Strahan, Steve Austin, Brad Penny,etc.), it's been hectic at his shop to say the least. He's put everything on hold to get "ERNREE" done and delivered. Plan is shoot the car out to Hendrick Motorsports for dry sump install and engine tune then off to DSE for suspension tuning,etc. I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000175-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000015-1.jpg[IMG]

[Bill Howell]

Air? Really? you need air? hahaha

[LeighP]

Thanks for the detail pics...much appreciated.
I think I'll have to mount mine rotated 90 degrees and further outboard due to mine being a Formula hood. I like the security option of the locking Aerocatch design.

[GOLDBERG]

.....uh........thx to ur coaxing!!!!! You a BeCool rep or what?

[bhcustomdesigns]

Cars lookin great Bill !!!! :twothumbs

[MONTE7071]

Finnaly got caught up on all your post your car is going to be bad.

[69fbodyproject]

Car is coming together nicely Bill. Cant wait to see the finished product. Two questions for you, which master cylinder set up is that and do you have any pictues of it before install, and second whos dry sump tank is that?

[GOLDBERG]

Tilton and Peterson respectively.....Reserviors from Kirkham Motorsports.

Peterson came highly recommended but when the car gets to Hendrick Motorsports they're fabricating a complete dry sump system.

[MrQuick]

Tilton and Peterson respectively.....Reserviors from Kirkham Motorsports.

Peterson came highly recommended but when the car gets to Hendrick Motorsports they're fabricating a complete dry sump system.

can you post a close up of the Kirkham Motorsports reserviors, no pictures on the site but the price is more in my range.

cars coming together nicely.

vince

[GOLDBERG]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/08/DSC000034-1.jpg

[454bug]

can you post a close up of the Kirkham Motorsports reserviors, no pictures on the site but the price is more in my range.

Hey Vince,

Here's a link to some information on the billet brake reservoirs:

http://www.kirkhammotorsports.com/pricing/pops/res.html

I like the billet installation bracket that Bill is using. I don't see it listed on the link but it looks like it's supplied by Kirkham as well...

[WEAVER]

Nice build, Good looking concept.

[MrQuick]

thanks guys.... bill did you autograph that level...just kidding.

[GOLDBERG]

Only days 'til arrival!!! Though not completely finished yet, I'm stoked to at least have the beast home. Dash installation and a few odds and ends and she's off to Hendrick for dry sump then over to DSE for some TLC!
Should have some great photos coming this weekend.....

[LeighP]

Cool stuff!!!!! I enjoy seeing the hi tech stuff. ( oh, all right...and the shiny stuff...) :)

[Payton King]

Nice looking project. I have a good friend over at the Hendrick Hot Rod Shop, Jim Pettigrew, he did a lot of the original custom fab work on my car including the sub frame.

If you are OK with it, may get a personal tour of your car while it is there.

[dusterbd13]

i love jim. hes done a lot of work fir ny father and i over the years. well, before he went back to working for someone else....

you remember the green c4 vette he did with a motir plate and dry sump?

Michael

[Ron.in.SoCal]

Nice looking project. I have a good friend over at the Hendrick Hot Rod Shop, Jim Pettigrew, he did a lot of the original custom fab work on my car including the sub frame.

If you are OK with it, may get a personal tour of your car while it is there.

Hey Payton I'm drawing a blank here (nothing new)...why does Jim's name s sound famaliar? Was he the owner of 21st Century?

[69fbodyproject]

Thanks for the pic of the brake reservoir Bill. Amazing car so far. Want to see it run hard and abused though. How long do you estimate till completion?
Also how do you know Kori Alexander?

[cdoggy81]

Excellent choice for the car! By far GM's best work! Very excited to watch this thing come to life. The quality & performance will be world class.

Bill, this is your car right?

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/6111012959_d993c3e880-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/6111557618_0159885c79-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/6111012987_5393bf6630-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/6111557644_c2e7dc33a7-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/6111012997_3c01eb0680-1.jpg

What's funny is I remember that 70 TA from years back (2005 maybe) when we were discussing it on Performance Years. You ever poke around over there? Albert & several other Pro-Touring members post there as well.
http://forums.performanceyears.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=437

Sorry to hear it wasn't a real RAIV :( Did you get PHS done for that car? What about the SD? BTW, if you do still want a real 1970 RAIV to complete a kick ass bookend pair with your 1973 SD LMK & I'll put you in touch with Matt or Bill. 99% of those cars are never advertised when they change hands & those guys know where all 88 of them are. Well, most of them anyway..... :)

I do have a question for you about induction & the shaker. What do you plan do with all that? Are you going to mount the shaker to the hood or engine? Is it going to be functional or cosmetic? I really want to see what your plan is on this. I'm currently building a 1970 TA as well with a LS1 & not real sure what to do... I want the shaker functional & mounted to the engine but don't know an easy way to accomplish it. Year One makes EXACTLY what I want but they use them on their Bandit cars & won't sell me one

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/3123829938_e8400fcb8c-1.jpg

so I may have to fab something like this:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/3099662288_fdc7216154-1.jpg

Keep the updates coming & I'm pumped to see more of these 70-73 birds getting some spotlight :)

[GOLDBERG]

Yes sir!!! That's my car. True it wasn't a real RAIV hence why I'm turning it into a protouring beast. I tracked the car for a while, from Hemmings to ebay. Always knew there was something fishy about the car.....
It is what it is.
As far as the scoop is concerned, as much as I'd like to help, Hendricks Motorsports is handling the shaker and I won't know it's final construction until the car heads over to their shop next week.

[cdoggy81]

10-4, we'll just wait & see what the boys at Hendricks come up with then :)

[PJBTBC]

Love the rendering and wonderig how to obtain one for my 1978 T/A Pro Touring Project.

I own a collection of cars, see www.theburtcollection.com - recently finished a 1951 Allard J2 restoration - now moving to the 1965 Ferrari 330 GT 2+2. Our guys have finished a wide variety of cars for the collection - such as a 1978 280 Z and we are finishing a 2003 S6 Avant (Audi). I own a 1979 T/A with only 400 factory miles - but, of course, cant justify driving it. So, we bought a 78 T/A to convert to a pro touring - seems we all have a similar idea - and need mucho advise on what exactly is the best suspension, interior, etc. I'f like to use a LS3 - nothing too crazy. 400 HP or so should move her down the road nicely. The donor car is gold - no T-tops - auto. I'm not 18 anymore, and this should do. But I'd like her lowered - but want to maintain the snowflakes (or at least the look of snowflakes). Also want a killer stereo.

With 170 cars in the collection, they call cant be driven adequately - but this one is an old flame - and a dream for many years. Our team is anxious to get started. We did post pics of the car on our Blog at
http://www.theburtcollection.com - so please take a look and jump into the fray with your thoughts and suggestions. Thanks again. - Paul

[LeighP]

If you like the Snowflakes, check out the 17"x9" Year One cast alloy Snowflakes...they look great on those late T/As but let you run some reasonable sporty rubber.

[Doug1]

You definitely need to be running a different wheel than the factory 15x8s. There are several options to keep the snowflake look. It all depends on how much you budget to spend. I put together a collection of 2nd gen trans am high end builds here if you want to see the latest and greatest 2nd Gen Trans Am builds...

http://transamcountry.com/community/index.php?topic=41154.0

[GOLDBERG]

I know we've all run into problems during a build so I won't bore you with mine. End result, thanks to all the sponsors (especially Hendrick Motorsports for saving my a**!), is below....https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/IMG_2317-1.jpghttps://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/IMG_2316-1.jpg

[Vicinity]

Damn, son. That satin black is killer.

[AZSaleen04]

Looks Great! Nice work!

[cdoggy81]

Looks bad a$$!!!!!!!!! You better give us more details than that though buddy :)

[1360]

Color is damn-near perfect.....killer stance, as well.

[andrewb70]

Looks great. How did the shaker work out? Is it functional?

Andrew

[tazzz25906112]

And the next pic needs to be a study of the color contrast between Gray (aka smoke'n tires) and Black rear quarters LOL.... you know just a little street cred with that awesome Tuff look ;-)

[GOLDBERG]

Albert......I'll give you that photo tomorrow between picking the car up at Hendricks.....a few practice laps with Mike Skinner......and dropping ERNREE off at DSE for final tuning.

[GOLDBERG]

Yes sir I'll shoot you a photo tomorrow.

[ajg87]

Slick indeed!

[sixfivepost]

Don't have too much to say that hasn't already been said. Simple, clean, and mean; BAD A$$ Dude!!

[aps63]

Bad to the Bone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[LeighP]

Very nice....should be evil music playing in the background when you look at a car like that!

[GOLDBERG]

Looks great. How did the shaker work out? Is it functional?

Andrewhttps://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/IMG_2318-1.jpg

[bonecrrusher]

I was up at Hendrick Motorsports on Friday checking out the Nascar stuff - and shops - was this in the 'Hendrick Performance' building?

[SecondGenFan]

Nice! I am sure those ups and downs will be a distant memory very shortly!

[454bug]

Great job Bill!! :1st:

May the thrashing begin!!! :6gears:

[sniper]

It looks like they have all the lights and the huge tv on over at the speedway tonight. I could shoot over to Hendricks, grab your car and do some test laps for ya. I could be there in minutes. I'll be standing by the phone. Ha!

[devwil68]

All i can say is.....WOW.

[Motown 454]

The car came out Awesome. Bravo!

[GOLDBERG]

I was up at Hendrick Motorsports on Friday checking out the Nascar stuff - and shops - was this in the 'Hendrick Performance' building?

Yes it was......Now it's at DSE

[GOLDBERG]

Now would be a great time to thank all of our sponsors.....Firstly, Billy Howell.....what can I say but THANKS BIG GUY. This project would never of happened without you.
Carbon Customs/Anvil, Ridetech,Optima, Hendrick Motorsports, Tremec, Flowmaster, BFG, Rock Valley, Tilton, Detroit Speed, American Autowire, Baer, Jegs, Autometer, RingBrothers, VintageAir, Auto City Classic, 2GoKeyless, HurstDriveline, QuickTime, CenterForce, Dynamat, StrangeEngineering, Ididit, Sparco, Forgeline, YearOne, BeCool, Kirkham Motorsports, American Hot Rods, Ben Hermance Design.....

In the end we've got the best parts available, but without a doubt the relationships we've obtained while building this beast are where the true value lies. I can't thank everyone enough.

Now let's rip the tires off this mother!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[BigMal69]

I know we've all run into problems during a build so I won't bore you with mine. End result, thanks to all the sponsors (especially Hendrick Motorsports for saving my a**!), is below....https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/IMG_2317-1.jpghttps://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/IMG_2316-1.jpg

Great looking Satin paint!! I am considering Satin Black for my Camaro. Which brand did you use? I've heard several options.

[79-TA]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/IMG_2318-1.jpg

And the shaker still shakes.

:1st:

[69X22]

Looks awesome Bill, I bet you can't wait to beat the snot out of it!

[GOLDBERG]

Looks awesome Bill, I bet you can't wait to beat the snot out of it!

Damn right!!!! But I gotta wait 'til the little women is done!

[Trevon]

Won't be long till we can expect to see this thing in a few magazines...?

[Rybar]

Bill it looks freakin awesome. Can't wait to see this thing get beat on

[John Wright]

Wow..the car looks fantastic! :drool:

[David Pozzi]

Very nice, I can't wait to see it in person!

[joeko23]

Looks badd!

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

Buck Wild!

your after my own heart with that flat blizzack..

[brownz]

Damn right!!!! But I gotta wait 'til the little women is done!

little women? hmmm tuning?

[Bmf5150]

Very nice

[chevyhector]

Goldberg,

This is one sweet ride, hope my son and myself can see it in person soon.

Hec

[Z06killinSBF]

Looks good, I like the flat black.

[John Wright]

Yes it was......Now it's at DSEcan ya get a final weight on the car while it's there? Curious how all of your CF parts added up(actually subtracted)

[GOLDBERG]

Very nice, I can't wait to see it in person!
......I can't wait to DRIVE it! That is if the wife lets me!!! Oh well...........guess I'll have to drive my secret weapon........
Any tips dealing with family rivalry!?!?https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/IMG_1109-1.jpg

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

just tell her...



CHALLENGE ACCEPTED.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/SANDCASTLES-1.png?1318627593

[GOLDBERG]

....dangerous route. I'm opting for the path of least resistance. I'll just beat her on the track (and hope she doesn't read pro-touring.com)!!!!!

[Vicinity]

Bill, I know you probably posted it already, but who makes those hood latches? Seeing it all painted and together, those latches have me interested.

[LeighP]

Aerocatch in the UK.
I have a set on order for mine....they come in black, white and CF look - in both locking or non-lock styles.

[AdvAutoBob]

VERY nice result! Any chance this will show up at the PRI show in December?

[SOLICIT]

Off the charts envy man! Looks simply amazing.

[FirebirdSteve]

I need to know how the Shaker was done!!! I'm about to do a 81 LS3 build and want to keep the Shaker with the LS. Is there a 4 barrel with a throttle body under there or???
Thanks.....

[andrewb70]

I need to know how the Shaker was done!!! I'm about to do a 81 LS3 build and want to keep the Shaker with the LS. Is there a 4 barrel with a throttle body under there or???
Thanks.....

There is a custom tub with a flat air filter and a tube that runs around the front and enters the throttle body. Here is how the one in my GTO is set-up:

https://www.pro-touring.com/~andrewb/gtov2/photo84.JPG

More details here (https://www.pro-touring.com/showthread.php?40904-1970-GTO-Version-2.0/page16)

Andrew

[shmoov69]

Bill, just wanted to tell you that my two boys like the coloring book that you guys done. Very cool!

Oh, and the Trans Am is B1TCH1N' too!! LoL!!

[Bill Howell]

Any doubts this car is for real was put to rest at the 2011 OUSCI. Wanda ran the snot out of it and did very well in her first PT style event. It was great to watch Bill host the show while she beat on the T/A. You could tell who was having the most fun..haha

[LeighP]

Congrats on a successful first outing.

[GOLDBERG]

Special thanks to all the sponsors that made my wife's participation in this years OUSI possible....the car performed like a champ!!!...Great event that we were honored to be a part of. I said this at the Pro-Touring dinner, "Parts provided by the sponsors are the best in the business rivaled only by the people behind them." We are truly honored to be involved.

I must also say that I am very proud of my wife!!!!!!


BTW... Already got my thinking cap on for another build.......this time for ME!!!!!!!!

Here's a shot of the team at Hendrick Motorsports prior to the event......

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/11/IMG_23201-1.jpg

[coolwelder62]

Congrat's Bill for having awesome firebird in the OUSI.Didn't get a chance to really meet you.Every time you would come around Albert's Car I wanted to introdue myself but somebody would alway's step in.Hope to see you next year.Scott Mock.

[wasntme]

Bill please contact me at [email protected] I left you a message on your facebook, with the reason

[CarlC]

:6gears:

Yep, Wanda was having fun!

[A.I.I.]

Now would be a great time to thank all of our sponsors.....Firstly, Billy Howell.....what can I say but THANKS BIG GUY. This project would never of happened without you.
Carbon Customs/Anvil, Ridetech,Optima, Hendrick Motorsports, Tremec, Flowmaster, BFG, Rock Valley, Tilton, Detroit Speed, American Autowire, Baer, Jegs, Autometer, RingBrothers, VintageAir, Auto City Classic, 2GoKeyless, HurstDriveline, QuickTime, CenterForce, Dynamat, StrangeEngineering, Ididit, Sparco, Forgeline, YearOne, BeCool, Kirkham Motorsports, American Hot Rods, Ben Hermance Design.....

In the end we've got the best parts available, but without a doubt the relationships we've obtained while building this beast are where the true value lies. I can't thank everyone enough.

Now let's rip the tires off this mother!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I noticed that you didn't mention Demented Custom's when Thanking all you're sponsors. What happened with Jamie, I'm guessing he F*_ked up you're car also?

[GOLDBERG]

Yep!

[craigs73]

I noticed that you didn't mention Demented Custom's when Thanking all you're sponsors. What happened with Jamie, I'm guessing he F*_ked up you're car also?
I have not followed this build real close just checking in to see progress here and there so i must have missed something here

[jtwoods4]

Hey Bill I also have a 70 Trans Am and I want to install a Tiger Cage and Sparco seats. Couple questions..... Did the tiger cage fit in the car without any modifications? Also, what mounting brackets did you use for the Sparco seats, were they custom fabricated or did an off the shelf bracket work?

[Bill Howell]

Actually, I can't answer either question. I am sure Bret or some of the guys at Ridetech can clear up the Tiger Cage question, though I feel sure they have a direct fit for a 2nd gen f-body. On the seats, someone with a 2nd gen will have to answer. I helped gather the parts for this build a couple years (maybe 3 now) but did not do the work.