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post Jul 6 2014, 02:39 PM
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Hello folks,
Just wanted to let you know that I am new here and will be lurking frequently for the purpose of building a G92 IROC-Z for "track day" fun for around Austin, TX events. I am an Auto Tech for Chevrolet (and multi certified for other makes) but knowledge from there to here has minimal transfer compared to the experience that doing this brings. I have already read the write-up sticky which I found to be informative but I am strongly considering reading much more literature on the subject so I can get a better grasp of suspension dynamics. Current progress of the car is a rolling chassis with glass that I have completely disassembled from a complete car for a complete rebuild including chassis and paint. I have bought numerous parts for it but I am awaiting for my "appointment" to have subframes welded in (TDS/Alstons) so I can begin the suspension portion of the build.

I did have the pleasure of meeting one of your veterans in person one afternoon while buying a rear end. I was very impressed by the car and wish I could have talked further but I was in a hurry to get back on the road. IIRC, he really preferred the Global West Suspension products on his car and had many season wins.

Anyway, I don't plan on muddying up the water with "build my car for me" questions but I will probably need some pointers here and there to make sure I am not wasting money. lol! I know this will be a long process and I am just going to strap in and enjoy the ride.

Thanks.
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post Jul 8 2014, 12:27 AM
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QUOTE (ReEntryRacer @ Jul 7 2014, 01:58 AM) *
Hi there! Welcome to the Best Forum on the internet.

I'm up in the Great White North but have 15 years experience in 3rd gen RR ('89 IROC 1LE and my current '82 TA) so shoot me a PM if you have questions; I may have suggestions. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/burnout.gif)


Awesome cars. I would love to hear some suggestions! I will be PMing you soon. First, I want to get the subframes in and show you guys some pics of the floor restoration that's taking progress. It's a rust free car, but still not up to my "standards" so there is a ground up ordeal taking place.


QUOTE (FlatBlack @ Jul 7 2014, 01:28 PM) *
Hello!

I'm from the Austin area as well.

Would be great to see some more F-Bodies out at the Spokes and SASCA events!

I drive this thing

(IMG:http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh81/flatblack280/20140518_0333.jpg)


Really cool to see someone on here that's local. Hopefully we can meet in person before too long!

QUOTE (camarokid91 @ Jul 7 2014, 03:20 PM) *
QUOTE (FlatBlack @ Jul 7 2014, 09:28 AM) *
Hello!

I'm from the Austin area as well.

Would be great to see some more F-Bodies out at the Spokes and SASCA events!

I drive this thing

(IMG:http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh81/flatblack280/20140518_0333.jpg)


I almost took a job in Austin and was looking into Spokes before I committed.


You don't want to move here. The roads are trashy, the people are rude and and the racing is pretty much non existent. Okay, I tried. Seriously, Austin is a nice place to live as long as you live outside it. I've lived here off and on since I was just a speck on the sheet and I can tell you that it has seriously grown. Mostly Californians but other transplants as well are moving in by the hundreds daily. So if you come, bring enough money to add another lane to every major highway this city has... That way you can actually get somewhere.

QUOTE (axoid @ Jul 7 2014, 05:07 PM) *
Welcome to our little home of car nuts. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

I have a '92 that I autocross. Originally built for SCCA ESP class, but now it is moving to Classic American Muscle. Mine is setup a little differently than most, but I seems to seams to work for me.


Thanks!
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IROB-Z   New to the board.   Jul 6 2014, 02:39 PM
trackbird   We can set up 3rd gens around here. Several guys a...   Jul 6 2014, 03:38 PM
IROB-Z   QUOTE (trackbird @ Jul 6 2014, 03:38 PM) ...   Jul 6 2014, 04:17 PM
trackbird   QUOTE (IROB-Z @ Jul 6 2014, 12:17 PM...   Jul 6 2014, 05:10 PM
IROB-Z   QUOTE (trackbird @ Jul 6 2014, 05:10 PM) ...   Jul 6 2014, 08:04 PM
ReEntryRacer   Hi there! Welcome to the Best Forum on the int...   Jul 7 2014, 01:58 AM
FlatBlack   Hello! I'm from the Austin area as well....   Jul 7 2014, 01:28 PM
camarokid91   QUOTE (FlatBlack @ Jul 7 2014, 09:28 AM) ...   Jul 7 2014, 03:20 PM
CrashTestDummy   QUOTE (camarokid91 @ Jul 7 2014, 10:20 AM...   Jul 7 2014, 06:34 PM
axoid   Welcome to our little home of car nuts. I have ...   Jul 7 2014, 05:07 PM
FlatBlack   QUOTE (CrashTestDummy @ Jul 7 2014, 06:34...   Jul 7 2014, 07:17 PM
camarokid91   QUOTE (FlatBlack @ Jul 7 2014, 03:17 PM) ...   Jul 7 2014, 07:56 PM
FlatBlack   QUOTE (camarokid91 @ Jul 7 2014, 07:56 PM...   Jul 7 2014, 08:40 PM
IROB-Z   QUOTE (ReEntryRacer @ Jul 7 2014, 01:58 A...   Jul 8 2014, 12:27 AM
BumpaD_Z28   WELCOME i LOVE a nice 3rd gen project ! ...   Jul 8 2014, 12:45 AM
FlatBlack   QUOTE (IROB-Z @ Jul 8 2014, 12:27 AM...   Jul 8 2014, 01:18 PM
IROB-Z   QUOTE (FlatBlack @ Jul 8 2014, 01:18 PM) ...   Jul 8 2014, 05:43 PM
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IROB-Z   QUOTE (FlatBlack @ Jul 8 2014, 08:38 PM) ...   Jul 8 2014, 08:45 PM
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