Check out Lashway's newest build: "Project BackLASH"
07-29-2011, 11:48 AM
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Hey everyone..thanks for checking in periodically on our build. We've been working around the clock on this thing to get it rolling...haven't slept in about 35 hours...between working on customer projects and BackLASH, we're all dead.
Anyway, here are some updated pics...
We decided to go with a velocity stack from Summit that we nicknamed "BIG GULP" for obvious reasons...not only is it totally huge and rediculous, but it will actually help straighten airflow out as it enters the manifold
Should gain some power as well! Oh yeah, it also stores your beer between passes! (we do not endorse drinking and driving though!)
Rails and fuel system are done, front brake lines are bent and done along with the line lock (notice we used -an fittings instead of the regular stuff you get at NAPA. Looks better and is actually easier to install when putting custom brakes together
We threw in a set of adj. coil overs on the front as well as some stock brakes which our wheels will clear with a small spacer.
Interior of vehicle has been covered in OZITE which is some really light carpeting. Not the easiest thing to install, but results we're great and we're happy with the look. Dash is in, harness is in, Kirkey and custom adj. mount are in as well. All wiring is done, just have to hook up some random gauges we ordered and we're ready to fire her up...should be awesome.
If all goes well, an we don't pass out we will make our first pass tonight at PBIR...it's a long shot but we're going to give it a try!
Finally, my absolute favorite mod we have done....the VFN hood! We decided to go with some black and white on the hood to keep the theme going with the rest of the car. So, we hit it early this morning with some Artic White and some black, then a few coats of clear. Check out the stripe! We love the outcome and the shine is unreal...just letting her dry and we'll pin it onto the mounts...Keep in mind that we were able to paint this in house using products we purchased at the local auto body supply store and Ollie's guns...great job!
Enjoy:
Anyway, here are some updated pics...
We decided to go with a velocity stack from Summit that we nicknamed "BIG GULP" for obvious reasons...not only is it totally huge and rediculous, but it will actually help straighten airflow out as it enters the manifold
Should gain some power as well! Oh yeah, it also stores your beer between passes! (we do not endorse drinking and driving though!)Rails and fuel system are done, front brake lines are bent and done along with the line lock (notice we used -an fittings instead of the regular stuff you get at NAPA. Looks better and is actually easier to install when putting custom brakes together
We threw in a set of adj. coil overs on the front as well as some stock brakes which our wheels will clear with a small spacer.
Interior of vehicle has been covered in OZITE which is some really light carpeting. Not the easiest thing to install, but results we're great and we're happy with the look. Dash is in, harness is in, Kirkey and custom adj. mount are in as well. All wiring is done, just have to hook up some random gauges we ordered and we're ready to fire her up...should be awesome.
If all goes well, an we don't pass out we will make our first pass tonight at PBIR...it's a long shot but we're going to give it a try!
Finally, my absolute favorite mod we have done....the VFN hood! We decided to go with some black and white on the hood to keep the theme going with the rest of the car. So, we hit it early this morning with some Artic White and some black, then a few coats of clear. Check out the stripe! We love the outcome and the shine is unreal...just letting her dry and we'll pin it onto the mounts...Keep in mind that we were able to paint this in house using products we purchased at the local auto body supply store and Ollie's guns...great job!
Enjoy:
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07-29-2011, 06:22 PM
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We started her up today ....O M G
still have to tune and button up a few things and we're all set
still have to tune and button up a few things and we're all set
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08-04-2011, 05:49 AM
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Well, just a quick update...
Originally we we're going to run with stock upper and lower control arms in the front, as well as some QA1 single adjustable shocks that we had on the shelf. Unfortunately, that did not sit well with me. We went through a lot of trouble to keep the weight off this car and leaving the stock (and heavy) control arms on the front just bothered me. Now, we are still working on a pretty moderate budget for you guys out there watching the pennies. Keep in mind that I sold almost $3000 worth of stuff from this vehicle including wheels and tires, various performance parts, interior, electronics, etc. Doing so allowed us to have a bit of extra money to splurge on items like these control arms...so we did.
If you're on a REALLY tight budget, ditch the thought of spending $600-$700 on adj upp and lower control arms. Yes they are nice, but not at all a MUST for going fast. Think of them as something you can work towards as you progress into more and more racing.
I also decided to upgrade the front shocks to Strange Double Adjustable coil overs which will give us more control over the weight transfer of the vehicle as it moves out of the hole...
We received the BMR battery tray today in hammertone. We contemplated just fabbing a tray up with the water jetter, but we're in a crunch for time and are busy working on customer cars as well, plus the discount BMR extended us really made the order worth it - thanks BMR! I have to say, this thing is TOP NOTCH quality. I'll post some pics when I can.
I ordered the wheels today as well. Not going to disclose yet which brand they are, but I can assure you all of one thing - they are totally badass. Here's a hint:
15x4 in the front + 15x12 in the rear = AWESOME!
Originally we we're going to run with stock upper and lower control arms in the front, as well as some QA1 single adjustable shocks that we had on the shelf. Unfortunately, that did not sit well with me. We went through a lot of trouble to keep the weight off this car and leaving the stock (and heavy) control arms on the front just bothered me. Now, we are still working on a pretty moderate budget for you guys out there watching the pennies. Keep in mind that I sold almost $3000 worth of stuff from this vehicle including wheels and tires, various performance parts, interior, electronics, etc. Doing so allowed us to have a bit of extra money to splurge on items like these control arms...so we did.
If you're on a REALLY tight budget, ditch the thought of spending $600-$700 on adj upp and lower control arms. Yes they are nice, but not at all a MUST for going fast. Think of them as something you can work towards as you progress into more and more racing.
I also decided to upgrade the front shocks to Strange Double Adjustable coil overs which will give us more control over the weight transfer of the vehicle as it moves out of the hole...
We received the BMR battery tray today in hammertone. We contemplated just fabbing a tray up with the water jetter, but we're in a crunch for time and are busy working on customer cars as well, plus the discount BMR extended us really made the order worth it - thanks BMR! I have to say, this thing is TOP NOTCH quality. I'll post some pics when I can.
I ordered the wheels today as well. Not going to disclose yet which brand they are, but I can assure you all of one thing - they are totally badass. Here's a hint:
15x4 in the front + 15x12 in the rear = AWESOME!
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08-05-2011, 02:15 AM
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I seen This Car In Person Today, And I was Stoked!!! The Car, Or Shall I Say The Beast Looks Wicked. Keep Up The Good Work Guys Cant Wait To See This Thing Tear Up The Strip. It Was Nice Meeting The Whole Crew.
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08-05-2011, 08:54 AM
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Yeah man, why not? We tubbed this thing for a reason!
Sup budddy...well we're waiting on parts and wheels at this point. We got her started up last week and Josh is going to start tuning it next week...
As soon as everything comes in, and we get the rear end completed, it's off to te track for some test and tune...
We'll keep everyone posted!
Thanks for coming by today! Sorry it was hot as ***** and hectic. A lot of people came by today and we had cars on the dyno, so it was busy! We appreciate the love.
As soon as everything comes in, and we get the rear end completed, it's off to te track for some test and tune...
We'll keep everyone posted!
Thanks for coming by today! Sorry it was hot as ***** and hectic. A lot of people came by today and we had cars on the dyno, so it was busy! We appreciate the love.