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  1. silversurfer

    silversurfer Formula Junior

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    #1 silversurfer, Nov 9, 2010
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  2. Kds

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    #2 Kds, Nov 10, 2010
    Very nice !!!

    Since a 572 is tall deck why didn't you go with a 632 ?
     
  3. WILLIAM H

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    #3 WILLIAM H, Nov 10, 2010
    Very pretty but what you gonna do w all that power ? You got traction control ?
     
  4. Scott85

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    #4 Scott85, Nov 10, 2010
    Thats wicked!
     
  5. carguyjohn350

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    #5 carguyjohn350, Nov 10, 2010
    I like it, very tasteful! :)
     
  6. PSk

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    #6 PSk, Nov 10, 2010
    HP numbers are pointless (ie. no race, etc. to win) but I cannot fault what looks like a very well put together car.
    Pete
     
  7. nct

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    #7 nct, Nov 10, 2010
    Hi Pete, I couldn't agree more, that is why I am going to rip a nice powerful V12 out of a classic ferrari, flog it off to some rich racer type and replace it with a Toyota four banger.

    Cheers, Neil
     
  8. SloW8

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    #8 SloW8, Nov 10, 2010
    Jeesh, tough crowd...

    That is a nice looking car. Congrats on having it all come together. What transmission are you running? Is the rear a true spool or some type of limited slip?
     
  9. WILLIAM H

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    #9 WILLIAM H, Nov 11, 2010
    I think the car is gorgeous. Just wondering why you need 1400hp on the street ? Sounds hilarious but you better have a fat wallet for bail :) Although it appears a fat wallet is not a problem LOL
     
  10. TexasF355F1

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    #10 TexasF355F1, Nov 11, 2010
    I love it.

    Uh, yea, we're gonna need vids.
     
  11. SMS

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    #11 SMS, Nov 11, 2010
    Wow!
    Top dog for sure! Great car. Do you have any video of it? I can't imagine 1400 hp being very subtle. :)
     
  12. anunakki

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    #12 anunakki, Nov 11, 2010
    Shes gorgeous (thats all I care about)
     
  13. REMIX

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    #13 REMIX, Nov 11, 2010
    That's just awesome.

    RMX
     
  14. PSk

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    #14 PSk, Nov 11, 2010
    Yes my post didn't really make sense, thus "Over a certain number HP numbers are pointless for a street car".

    I think for a street car ~300-400 is enough, after all nothing to prove.

    So I suggest this bad boy is does some laps :D
    Pete
     
  15. of2worlds

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    #15 of2worlds, Nov 11, 2010
    Silversurfer has some classic Camaro 'car art' there. The fact that the car exists is sufficient to enjoy it...
    CH
     
  16. agup48

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    #16 agup48, Nov 12, 2010
    Whoa, that is a clean Camaro. That much HP is insane too! :)
     
  17. silversurfer

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    #17 silversurfer, Nov 12, 2010
    thanks for the kind words...

    and for those who wonder "why"... it is about automotive art as one suggested, it is also about pushing the boundaries of what is possible. When I sent my car to Tom with a crate 572 in it, he said we can do a bolt on TT kit and get you 800-1khp, or we can do a little more and get you double that. Those who know me and my cars know I love a challenge. I also love the idea of a streetable 8 second car. The same as why someone would spend millions on a Warhol "just" to hang it in their living room, so did I commission a Nelson build "just" to drive it on the street.

    I'm glad many out there can appreciate it.
     
  18. GuyIncognito

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    #18 GuyIncognito, Nov 12, 2010
    I believe I quote the Duke boys when I say, "YEEEEEEEEEEE HAWWWWWWWWW!!!!"

    :D:D:D

    gorgeous car, man.
     
  19. CMY

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    #19 CMY, Nov 12, 2010
    I never ask "why".. IMO she's damn near perfect. :)

    And yes, we need some videos. :D
     
  20. Vector W8

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    #20 Vector W8, Nov 12, 2010
    Beautiful beast. I really like it. As with others I would love to see some video of your new toy in action. Great car!
     
  21. ferraripete

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    #21 ferraripete, Nov 12, 2010
    wicked!
     
  22. Cozmic_Kid

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    #22 Cozmic_Kid, Nov 12, 2010
    That's one sick machine. LOVE it!!

    Do you have any video of it?
     

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