PREFACE
1. This thread will be dedicated to my trials and tribulations toward a successful JBL build. There's no substitute for good planning, so that's what I've been doing while Larry takes care of the chassis & body work.
2. I'm one fickle SOB who can't make his mind up when options present themselves, I also find ways to "think them up". Larry continues to exhibit the patience of Job with me, I've sent him down several dirt roads and never once a temper tantrum which would have been well deserved.
3. I have no 2nd thoughts about selecting JBL as my car builder, even after researching other builders for "trim" ideas, the photos on JBL's website continue to confirm I made the right decision.
4. Your comments are always welcome, my way is rarely the definitive right way, just one of the many "means" to get to an "end". I will always listen, the caveat - I have already justified in my own head that my way IS the right way.
On to the build ...
10/16/10
DRIVE TRAIN
Block: DART Aluminum, 4-Bolt Mains, 427 CID
Rotating Assy: Scat Super Light
Heads: Edelbrock Victor Jr. Aluminum
Valves: Ferrea
Pistons: Dish Type, 14-16cc
Transmission: Tremec TKO600
Rearend: 3.73
Drive Shaft: Custom ACPT Carbon Fiber
Comment: Still a work in progress. I'm going with George Anderson of Gessford Machine. Endorsed by Shelby and universally acclaimed for his engine building prowess. You get his individual attention when working through the motor details, he will build your motor to the budget and performance requirements you want, the man is a genuine pleasure to work with - enough said.
WHEELS
Mfg: Schott, 3-Piece Modular
Type: Sprocket
Front: 18x10, 4.75" Backspace
Rear: 18x12, 8" Backspace
Bolt Pattern: 5x108
Hub Centric/Lug Centric:
TBD
Dish: Brushed Finish, Clear Ceramic Coated
Flange: Black w/Chrome Bolts, Ceramic Coated
Spokes: Polished, Clear Ceramic Coated
Comment: Not cheap! Yes, 18" diameter which is a departure from the standard JBL 17". Larry will work with you and aims to please! (although I think I am getting low on credits)
MISCELLANEOUS
Roll Bar: Full 1-Piece Unit, 2-point 3" Diameter
Mirrors: (2) Bullet Type Windshield Mount, 1 Rectangular Dashmount
Hood Scoop: JBL Small
Paint: Base Color Green, Stripes Cream (1 Wide, 2 Pin)
Upholstery: Cream/Tan Combination
Anti-Roll Bar Adjustment: Retro Knobs Activate Servo Control (not rocker switches)
Gauges -
100mm Counterclockwise Speedometer
100mm 8,000 RPM Tachometer
52mm
Oil Temperature
52mm Water Temperature
52mm
Oil Pressure
52mm Fuel Level
52mm Ammeter
52mm Voltmeter
52mm Clock
52mm Fuel Pressure
External Trim: Have some pretty trick ideas to iron out, more on that later.
Comment: Roll bar is not race legal, but I'm not going to race this car. Have touch-up paint from actual paint codes of cars I liked when cruising parking lots. Don't make the mistake of thinking your PC or Printer can render colors accurately, they cannot! I will paint up some samples and make my down select. Gauges will be more period correct like those from Smith, but not necessarily Smith. Yes, the dash will look like a Cessna intrument panel, oh well hehe.
"JBL HEAT" Build
Threaded Mode
