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Old 11-29-2007, 08:22 PM
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If you get bored..Vinnie4valve.com

Here is a little website Me and Rob00.. (O.K. Rob did all the work.) put together for the build-up of the L.

Since its been a while I will fill ya in on the details.

This started out as a 4 valve custom build-up and as time went on Fomoco and Whipple did the work for us(JDM block, Shelby front and top w/ 3.4) and that would have been the end of it.....

BUT NO..

I had to go into the backroom at JDMs and see a factory frame Jim had boxed (Not just a plate box..But a larger U-frame welded to the stock frame) and C-notched just sitting there calling my name..Well after a few months of begging..Jim finally let me use the frame..The frame is the EXACT same dimensions as stock and is NOT narrowed in the rear.


WELL..

Since we were doing that , (How many times have we all said that) and now Joe Gambino works there now (He has fabricated all the JDM Rollcages and work on all the IROC cars) We might as well 4 link, mini tub, rack and pinion and put some Fatties on the back. I figured 900-1000 HP deserves it.

Also it will be 9 second legal..9 inch rear , full cage, etc...BUT still street legal and will have A/C,Subs,PS2..etc.

NO..It will no longer be a DD..But I will be able to drive to cruise nights and car shows with the Pro Street look (Hey ..I'm 41..I grew up with the Pro Street look)

So here is the Website.. Right now all the parts for the suspension are in and the frame is on the Jig table ..I will update as I get to JDMs.

http://www.vinnie4valve.com/

Go under "The Chassis" section for updated pics.

VINNIE
 

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Old 11-29-2007, 08:40 PM
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Hey Vinnie

I missed you as JDM day got moved.
Had a sneaky preview of the build progress and the quality is first class buddy.

That is gonna be one badass truck.

All the best and good luck with the project.

Ricki - London UK
 
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Old 11-29-2007, 09:00 PM
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Vinnie, I was just checking out Vinnie.com the other night, it's nice to see everything coming together. Best of luck with it. Todd
 
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Old 11-29-2007, 09:27 PM
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Wow, Your truck is sick..Ill fill tank for a ride V when the 4 vlave is in.!!
 
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Old 11-29-2007, 10:00 PM
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damn!!!! sweet lookin setup!!!!
 
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Old 11-30-2007, 12:04 AM
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first class as usual
 
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Old 11-30-2007, 12:28 AM
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2 weeks??? Ya hump...I'll call you tomorrow mang.:santa:
 
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Old 11-30-2007, 05:11 PM
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I <3 boxed c-notched frame. *Cry*
 
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Old 12-01-2007, 08:50 AM
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Good things come to those that wait


























(long enough for it to become a classic)

Hey look at the bright side V, by the time you get it back you'll be able to get Classic Insurance on it
 
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Old 12-01-2007, 08:50 AM
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Nice site !
 
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Old 12-02-2007, 08:31 PM
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V you are the man..........

PEacE................
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Old 12-06-2007, 09:52 PM
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UPDATED Chassis pics

Frame welded to Jig at ride height, Dummy motor in for proper rear angle, rear jigged at ride height, working on 4 link and crossmembers

go down to bottom of page..open thumbnails

http://www.vinnie4valve.com/index.ph...d=15&Itemid=31


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Old 12-07-2007, 03:26 AM
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V it's great to see progress

You truly are going to have the baddest L in the land
BUT I aint giving up the Street Title until I see you DRIVE IT to your Buddy's house
 
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Old 12-10-2007, 05:14 PM
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Looking sweet Vin..................
I can't wait for you to get it back and to be having fun with it again. Spring should be a very fun and deserving season for you in 08...
Good luck with it, and enjoy........

Bill
 
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Old 12-12-2007, 01:59 AM
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