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06-24-2019, 01:19 PM
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Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Dallas
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Goodbye Gen5 Friends
Well, my 2 year run is over. I had the opportunity to build my dream car, which was a Gen5 LS3 convertible with ridiculous horsepower...and I did it!
When I was a young kid in HS turning wrenches on my 390 4-speed Fairlane GT, I could only imagine a street car with 775 whp. It was just something way beyond what was possible in those days. To finally build one and then terrorize the streets was an amazing experience, and doing it with the top down really added some spice to the "kick ass" factor. I've really enjoyed this forum and having good dialogue with you all. Some folks have been Rockin' entertainment and others have helped me understand my car a little bit better. Best of luck to everyone! 
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GPI Built Procharger D-1/13 PSI/Race Intercooler/SS3 Cam Kit/Kooks LTH/X- pipe/FIC 1050/E85/3.91 gears/Centerforce Dual Disc clutch/Flowmaster Outlaw/775whp/680tqSOLD
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06-24-2019, 01:24 PM
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Drives: 2010 2SS Coupe; 2011 2LT Vert Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: Prosper, TX
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Excellent job with the build brother! I am glad you achieved your goals. Are you selling the car now? Before you are gone for good, let us know what you're up to in your next chapter!
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2010 2SS/RS LS3 - K&N, GM Performance Axle Back, Hurst Shifter, TSP 1 7/8ths long tubes no cats, TSP Stage 2 "Bald Eagle" cam, GM 3.91, 466whp/429tq
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06-24-2019, 01:38 PM
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Fast Cars and Old Guitars
Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: N. CA
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That’s it? You build your dream car, drive it awhile and push it off a cliff? Figuratively. Must’ve been all about the journey, I suppose.
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“I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx
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06-24-2019, 01:52 PM
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Drives: 13 IOM 2ss RS manual Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Euless,TX
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Best of luck in your travels.
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06-24-2019, 02:53 PM
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AKA "Beefcake"
Drives: 2023 ZL1 Sharkskin Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Indy
Posts: 8,533
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yep, kind of confused of why you are saying "goodbye". Are you selling the car, or just dropping off the forum?
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06-24-2019, 03:29 PM
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'It's an experiment'
Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014
Location: Dallas TX
Posts: 8,695
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Good luck on the ‘next ‘ one!
What’s in the pipeline? -Don
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"Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577 |
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06-24-2019, 03:32 PM
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Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Dallas
Posts: 482
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Car is sold, so the Gen5 journey ends.
Pepe, what's next is a hard one this time. I have to find a different motivation and I'm not clear on that, yet. We've got a 75 'vette that's been in the family since 1979 that was my dad's. That may be next, but requires a complete restore and a higher level of commitment than I'm used to. Mojo, you're right it was all about the journey and this one was special in its' own way. I've never really counted the number of toys I've owned, but usually turn them after a couple of years. So, yes, over the cliff I go. Take care!
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GPI Built Procharger D-1/13 PSI/Race Intercooler/SS3 Cam Kit/Kooks LTH/X- pipe/FIC 1050/E85/3.91 gears/Centerforce Dual Disc clutch/Flowmaster Outlaw/775whp/680tqSOLD
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06-24-2019, 05:13 PM
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Started#gottalovethatblue
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Best of wishes to you in your future endeavors. Glad to hear you hit your goals with your car.
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06-24-2019, 05:20 PM
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Tejas Hillbilly
Drives: 15 SS 2SS/RS LS3M6 Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Republic of Texas
Posts: 149
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Adios Amigo !
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06-24-2019, 05:28 PM
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          Drives: LT W/2LT,blue metallic Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: central florida
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hmmm...bet that vette would be awesome with the motor and trans from a wrecked ZL-1 and modern suspension.
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06-24-2019, 05:33 PM
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Drives: 2010 SS L99 Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Missouri
Posts: 1,634
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His next move, I already know, its a Hellcat! Haha reference:
https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=553188 Guy: "Its a Hellcat" Taylor:  "Can you hook all that power?"Guy: "...Errr, uhhh...its a Hellcat" (puff of smoke, gone) Taylor:  "Why wouldn't he race me??"Best regards, Taylor, good luck!
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Previous PB:11.079 @ 122.99mph.. New setup time: TBD
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06-24-2019, 07:29 PM
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Fast Cars and Old Guitars
Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: N. CA
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Ok, I get it. I can understand the love of the build and if you really did get to enjoy the final product for some time then onto new endeavors. Good luck, dude!
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“I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx
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06-24-2019, 07:52 PM
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Any pics?
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06-24-2019, 09:00 PM
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Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Black & Silver Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Richmond, VA
Posts: 8,228
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Good luck with your next project.
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