Not your typical new GT Owner

[Vince H]

Looking forward to watching the rebuild. Along with everyone else, Rich is the guy for sure.

Welcome,

Vince H

 

[fstrthanu]

The journey continues! Since it has been home last Rich has made some huge improvements. LOT's of work left but we are just chipping away at the parts. First phase was to get it mechanically functional and we are not too far off but the rear lower control arms are still a challenge to get. Shocks/wheels and tires are very close but have taken much longer than planned. That is all that is missing to have a fully functional driving chassis. I am looking forward to getting this phase wrapped up and on to the body!

 

[Simon]

Where is the work being performed?

 

[fstrthanu]

Where is the work being performed?

Rich Brooks from the GT Garage

 

[DakotaGT]

Looking good!

 

[extrap]

I like the look on the guy's face in the first pic Is that you? I don't blame you!

 

[extrap]

Is Rich doing the work at your place? I don't that's his shop in your pix.

 

[fstrthanu]

I like the look on the guy's face in the first pic Is that you? I don't blame you!

Haha! Yes that is me!

 

[fstrthanu]

Is Rich doing the work at your place? I don't that's his shop in your pix.

No, I just brought it home while more parts are being sourced.

 

[fstrthanu]

Been cranking along slowly but surely so i thought I would share some updates. The styling design is complete:











The Frame and chassis are fully repaired and 100%



Cooling system is completely restored:

 

[fstrthanu]

Interior was removed and completely cleaned and protected:




The Carbon wheels have arrived:



Suspension, new shock are coming next!



Big thanks to Rich Brooks as he has been the guy responsible for doing and guiding this project! Long way to go and many parts to find/make still but its looking good.

Tom

 

[fjpikul]

You absolutely need new tires.

 

[roketman]

Looks great also can see the Camilo effect on the car. Stated previously you’re in the best hands.

 

[Forfer8]

Looks great also can see the Camilo effect on the car. Stated previously you’re in the best hands.

Interior was removed and completely cleaned and protected:

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The Carbon wheels have arrived:

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Suspension, new shock are coming next!

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Big thanks to Rich Brooks as he has been the guy responsible for doing and guiding this project! Long way to go and many parts to find/make still but its looking good.

Tom

What parts are you still missing ? Which parts did Rich replace ? Apologies for my indiscreet question - how much have you spent on labour and parts already ?
Were you able to restore it to original ?

 

[donnymac]

Plans for the motor?

 

[fstrthanu]

Plans for the motor?

The motor is fine so short of the basics no big plans.

 

[donnymac]

Great project you have. I’m jealous.

As it's all apart and will take awhile, you might consider a motor discussion with Rich….

 

[roketman]

I’d do the GtG bumper delete
The clam shell release lever
Functional brake ducts
Short throw shifter
Mac delete
Stolen stone guards
And what ever Rich recommends

 

[white out]

Been cranking along slowly but surely so i thought I would share some updates. The styling design is complete:


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LOVE IT!

 

[Kpgarage]

Great project
Congratulations
I love those wheels
Are they custom design too?
Enjoy the journey
KO