 RWD LS1-powered ... Prelude?!! |
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 Jun 19 2006, 12:15 PM
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Zero brand loyalty  Group: Advanced Members Posts: 645 Joined: 22-January 04 From: Merryland Member No.: 145  |
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Jun 19 2006, 02:58 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
That's pretty unreal. Should be an evil rocket when he's done.
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Jun 19 2006, 03:27 PM
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Senior Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,226 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Danville, CA, USA Member No.: 27 |
I saw that very thing happen with a BMW once at the guys shop where I fabbed up my race car.....it was unreal as well.....he just spent ANOTHER $8K on fab work there and he is A.) not done and B.) getting a HEALTHY discount because he is friends with the fabricator......DOH!
He THINKS he is gonna run it in ITE....I hate to tell him, but with all the tube framing.....ala those pics...he will NEVER get it to run ITE.....SP.....here he comes.... (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/rotf.gif) This post has been edited by rmackintosh: Jun 19 2006, 03:28 PM |
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Jun 19 2006, 03:53 PM
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newbie Group: Members Posts: 27 Joined: 11-June 06 Member No.: 1,244 |
wowwwww
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Jun 19 2006, 04:44 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 902 Joined: 27-January 04 From: Magnolia, Tx. Member No.: 160 |
I just want to know...why?
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Jun 19 2006, 04:50 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 647 Joined: 30-December 03 From: Paris, Texas Member No.: 74 |
Kind of cool and would be fun to drive probably, but wow.....that certainly isn't a weekend project. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)
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Jun 19 2006, 07:38 PM
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Senior Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,226 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Danville, CA, USA Member No.: 27 |
QUOTE (CMC#5 @ Jun 19 2006, 11:44 AM)  I just want to know...why? THAT is the question now isn't it????? I guess some guys just have a SHITLOAD more money than I do..... (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/huh.gif) |
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Jun 19 2006, 11:40 PM
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Zero brand loyalty Group: Advanced Members Posts: 645 Joined: 22-January 04 From: Merryland Member No.: 145 |
QUOTE (rmackintosh @ Jun 19 2006, 03:38 PM) THAT is the question now isn't it????? I guess some guys just have a SHITLOAD more time than I do..... (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/huh.gif) Fixed that for ya. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) It probably won't be *that* expensive considering it looks like he's doing everything himself. As far as "Why?" It could be far worse. He could be building a ricermobile with lambo doors, a 5-figure paint job and an even more expensive sound system so he can r3pr3s3nt while rolling through the McDonalds drive through. Kinda like the V8 RWD Focii and those Vorshlag boys, the real question is, "Why not?" Pat |
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Jun 20 2006, 12:08 AM
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Veteran Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,640 Joined: 25-December 03 From: Louisville, KY Member No.: 40 |
I too somehow doubt it costs as much as building a wheel to wheel race car, maintaining it, the enclosed trailer, and the tow vehicle. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)
What I'd like to see is if this car drives straight down the road when he's done. |
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Jun 20 2006, 02:04 AM
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Senior Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,226 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Danville, CA, USA Member No.: 27 |
QUOTE (robz71lm7 @ Jun 19 2006, 07:08 PM) I too somehow doubt it costs as much as building a wheel to wheel race car, maintaining it, the enclosed trailer, and the tow vehicle. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif) Oh......NO DOUBT there.... (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/banghead.gif) I guess it comes down to choices......I could have a cool race car, enclosed trailer, and run the thing for years.... ....or.... a LS1 Prelude....which will be like flushing dollars down the drain when he tires of it..... (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/nutkick.gif) |
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Jun 20 2006, 01:20 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 854 Joined: 26-December 03 From: NYC, NY Member No.: 50 |
I guess asking why someone would do that is like asking why someone would beat on a perfectly good car at the track. Just seems fun I suppose.
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Jun 20 2006, 02:15 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 902 Joined: 27-January 04 From: Magnolia, Tx. Member No.: 160 |
Don't get me wrong, I fully understand the concept of big motor in a small car, wether it be for racing or just having fun. Hell, I'm a Dodge fan, the guys that put a hemi into a dart! I would LOVE to get my hands on an LS1 powered e36, that makes a lot of sense: excellent power, v8 sound, excellent suspension...where do I sign? But an LS1 PRELUDE?? To coin a phrase used by the Auto Extremist...that is the answer to the question nobody is asking. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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Jun 20 2006, 03:38 PM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,427 Joined: 12-February 04 From: Huntingtown, MD Member No.: 193 |
I think it's cool that someone is doing this and seems to have some skills at the conversion at least. Maybe the guy just really liked Preludes. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/dunno.gif)
If someone put an LS1 into a Chevette, some of us at least would think that is cool. I'm sure the Honda forum would think it's dumb and a waste of time. |
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Jun 21 2006, 01:34 AM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,766 Joined: 10-April 04 From: New Orleans, LA Member No.: 303 |
Honestly, I think it's pretty cool . . . as long as it ain't MY money being spent. If this car ends up becoming the MUST HAVE car for racing - I'll buy the kit. If not, then I'll wait until someone else does another car. But, all-in-all, more power to him for doing something I wouldn't even attempt in my dreams.
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Jun 21 2006, 01:58 AM
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North of the border Group: Admin Posts: 2,307 Joined: 4-February 04 From: Montreal, CANADA Member No.: 177 |
i find it's neat... and a hell-of a project.
Wish him good luck and should be fun to tdrive for sure. once that is completed, he can get into power mods and get serious about going faster. |
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Jun 21 2006, 02:07 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 689 Joined: 8-May 06 From: Charlotte, NC Member No.: 1,201 |
You have to give it to the guy. Great taste as far as engine choice. IRS was a nice touch too.
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