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Terry, progress has been slow, but I love every minute of it. Chris, there is a diagonal in the future for the roll hoop, and the removable x-member over the engine seems like the best solution for engine/trans removal. I wanted to double check the front width before breaking it all apart...

This a later version of the chassis model.

This past week I mounted the rack into the cradle. New ball joints are on the to-do list. Don't let the grass in the background fool you, Its been cold these past several days on the east coast.

Happy Holidays everyone. here's an update on the CLK -GTR build. I made a few changes to the chassis design, among them were a new front suspension crossmember. I cut out the old corvette steering rack mounts to re-use, they're located in the crossmember with the jig pictured. It picks up the...

The opening take on the "Naked Gun" theme and Rex Hamilton as Abraham Lincoln had me hooked. I'm all in on this one. -Vinny

Russell, I would suggest making the full body in alloy over a wire frame buck, The car would be amazing. And you get to buy new tools. Its a win-win . -Vinny

Congrats on finding a body Steve, -Vinny

Love the car Neil, you got my vote. -Vinny

Great use of OEM parts Steveo, I'm a believer in using as much 'off-the-shelf' components to keep my build budget (and marriage) from getting blown out of the water. I'm also running Corvette brakes/suspension but find the choice of aftermarket wheels dissapointing. Keep us updated ,-Vince

Great build you have there Neil, I watched the more detailed build diary video you have up in addition to this one , very nice work. -Vinny

I raised the rear upper x-member to clear the tail of the transmission, I plan to make this part a bolt-in affair for pulling the motor/trans as a whole. Last weekend I picked up a pair of used Kirkey Alum seats that should serve the purpose.. Lastly I included a pic of the car that is the...

Fellas, fellas, you are having the wool pulled over your eyes. What appears to be a show-stopping explosion in the video posted at the opening of the thread is merely CGI computer graphics. There are a numerous mistakes: like the grandstand crowd on the right not reacting to the huge explosion...

Adding control arm tabs and test fitting the Corvette C5 rear suspension and brakes.

Tacking together the rear cradle earlier today.

I've been looking for a set of wheels/tires with the Corvette bolt pattern to match the hub and brakes, I'm not fond of the choice of designs available, but I came upon a set of Z06 wheels in 18'' so cheap I couldn't pass on them. The rears are worn so I've picked up a replacement pair to swap...

I've been working on improving the chassis drawing, trying to create a better load path throughout. Also glad to say I've picked up my motor after a long search, 2001 Audi 2.7 twin turbo. -Vinny

Thanks for noticing that Tom, what part of New York are you in ?

Working further on the chassis model, adding side pontoons and front cowl/scuttle structure. Opinions are greatly appreciated. . Also been looking at the various sizes of Fuel Cells available. I am looking at placing a slim 17 gallon-64.5 liter (7'' wide x 30'' across x17 high) Cell behind the...

John, I don't know how you build at such a pace, if looking at my pile of parts and scratching my head counted I would still be a county mile behind you. The car looks fantastic. I can't wait to see her done. Cheers , Vinny

Hi Mike, I'll be making the body in alloy and plan to be flexible with the final dimensions. The car is more of a 'tribute' than spot on reproduction. I appreciate the heads up on the windshield , New York can be a bear trying to register a home built car. Thanks for the kind words. -Vinny