I would like some pictures

Dean Lampe · 06-27-06, 09:14 AM

I really want to build a GT 40 and this kit looks like it meets most of my priorities. I am interested in building a track car first and a street car second. I want to be as original as I can be and still have a fast, safe race car. I don't want to kick open a can of worms but.... How does the RCR compare based on originality to the CAV and Superformance cars? What I really need to see are some pictures of completed cars. I am planning a trip to Detroit to see the shop in person with a friend of mine but I would like to see the finished product.

When I entered to cobra hobby, it took 3 tries to find the car for me. I would really like to get it right the first time with the GT. Thanks for your help.

Fran Hall RCR · 06-27-06, 05:53 PM

Dean,

every manufacturer has its group of cheerleaders....RCR included

This guy is the farthest along with his build.....4 months form delivery to this....spectacular...and its his first ever build....

RCR Chassis #14 Ron McCall

The best way to decide is to sit in a car and see how you fit and then look at the things that are important to you....body shape etc etc etc ...this site has a ton of great info but you have to be a little more pointed in your questions to get answers.....

Rob · 06-28-06, 08:04 AM

Hi Dean,
I try my best not to be a "cheerleader", but I have an RCR that I'm building and would be happy to talk with you. If you wish to call, I'll do my best to not be biased.

Build specs:
RCR40, 66' 289 with Webber and ZF-2

I too have built a couple of Cobras, so we may have similar stories (mine weren't Kirk's though.....:-).

Check your PM.

Regards, Rob

Howard Jones · 06-28-06, 07:34 PM

You could always do a great circle route trip to Reno (super performance), San Diago (CAV), (RCR). Take a long weekend, Southwest air, Motel 6, Avis, proper apointments and a few hundred bucks and have a look.

Fran Hall RCR · 06-28-06, 09:38 PM

I know that Dean has already sat in a SPF and did not feel comfortable...he did however fit comfortably in the red RCR that he sat in at the London Ohio show last weekend...so Howard , you are right he has already started doing the rounds.....

Dean Lampe · 06-28-06, 11:51 PM

I think Byron Marr (Buzz) and I are going to try to make a trip to detroit around 7/18. I really like the RCR product. It seems like it will make a great track car for me and a driver for my buddy. I have been lurking around some of the build threads and it looks like a very complete kit. Are there any pieces that did not come with the kit that you might have expected too? I am trying to do my initial build sheet stuff. Thanks for your help.

Buzz · 07-03-06, 07:18 PM

good thing you are already on top of things Dean....I am late to the party! Let me know when you want to run up...

Buzz

Fran Hall RCR · 07-03-06, 07:22 PM

You guys may want to let me know too........smile.....

Make sure its not on the weekend of the Brian Redman races at Road America.....13-16th July.......I have to have some fun too ya know......

Buzz · 07-03-06, 11:53 PM

Fran, we won't surprise you.... I am sure it will take us a couple days to figure out when we can both run up. I have a pretty interesting schedule (7 on/7 off), so probably easier for me to let Dean decide. We are very interested and look forward to it. will there be a car anywhere close that is realatively put together we can sit in for sizing, etc?

thanks
Buzz

I love this little guy! fits my mood!

Fran Hall RCR · 07-04-06, 08:07 AM

Buzz.

there are always 4-6 cars in the shop in various stages of build.

Look forward to meeting you both....

Enjoy the 4th

Chris_K · 07-05-06, 07:59 AM

Fran,

PM'd you. Check it and drop me a line please.

Thanks!
Chris

Fran Hall RCR · 07-05-06, 08:07 AM

Done...check it

Buzz · 07-05-06, 08:31 PM

hey Fran, quick question. I am kinda fuzzy on this issue. when buying from you....do I get basically a car in a box...or do you do various levels of assembly based on my needs? major concerns are the body and cutting lights, etc. I am a newb on body work....

so the question, do you do partial assembly?

thanks
Buzz

Fran Hall RCR · 07-05-06, 09:08 PM

Buzz...

as listed on my website...assembled as a roller......see the red car of Jonathan just delivered last week.....standard deluxe plus kit

You can call and we can discuss other options ...no problem

Fran

Pete K. · 07-06-06, 12:42 PM

"Make sure its not on the weekend of the Brian Redman races at Road America.....13-16th July.......I have to have some fun too ya know......"

Fran, wander over to the camping area and look for a green w/yellow stripes MINI. I'll leave a beer out of the cooler for you (assuming you prefer your beer warm).

Buzz · 07-06-06, 10:13 PM

Fran,

how would be the 28th of July... the end of that week? Dean and I chatted today, but he is looking his schedule over. better to check with you before he bends his stuff....in case you were unavailable

Buzz

Fran Hall RCR · 07-06-06, 10:24 PM

Buzz....

no problems with the 28th.....close though as the 29th is my Wedding Anniversary......phew

See ya then

Buzz · 07-19-06, 07:06 PM

looks like the trip is postponed. Dean sold his house and has to be out pretty quickly so he needs the next few days to take care of that. I will keep you posted.

Buzz