Thanks Corey!!!quote:If it helps, I have the 2010 Camaro mirrors from Scott and Chris, and I think they look really good on the Pantera. They seem to fit the lines of the car better than anything else I've seen. I'll post pics when the car is back from paint in a few months.
(shameless plug for Scott & Chris)
Corey
quote:Originally posted by David B:
What did Coz used to call the wing.... a serving tray for a BBQ?
Anyhow, it's a great place to put your tools, rags, polishes and during the idle time in a cold winter garage it will collect all sorts of crap.
At least it's functional
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Ok so I have managed to get a couple of things done over the last couple of months.
1- Upgraded the window regulators to the Vader kit. It works a treat. http://web1.wavelinx.net/tmitch/pparts.htm
2- Removed the old mirrors and replaced with Sacc Restorations 2010 Camaro Mirror kit. http://pantera.saccrestorations.net/sck0002.html
3- The door marker light replaced with LED type. I had one of the fittings missing and this provided a better fit - having said that on the right side door I used an "O" Ring inside the door to provide increased surface area for fitting to hold. I suppose one of vageries of a hand built car was that the right door marker light hole was a little bigger than the left.
I purchased the led lights from a local auto parts store, however the link is http://www.ledautolamps-uk.com...catid=6&productid=76
Mirror and Marker light Pics to follow.
1- Upgraded the window regulators to the Vader kit. It works a treat. http://web1.wavelinx.net/tmitch/pparts.htm
2- Removed the old mirrors and replaced with Sacc Restorations 2010 Camaro Mirror kit. http://pantera.saccrestorations.net/sck0002.html
3- The door marker light replaced with LED type. I had one of the fittings missing and this provided a better fit - having said that on the right side door I used an "O" Ring inside the door to provide increased surface area for fitting to hold. I suppose one of vageries of a hand built car was that the right door marker light hole was a little bigger than the left.
I purchased the led lights from a local auto parts store, however the link is http://www.ledautolamps-uk.com...catid=6&productid=76
Mirror and Marker light Pics to follow.
Great work!
Those Camaro mirrors look really nice on the car. I was worried they'd look too modern but the suit the car very well. Nice to see you resisted the urge to reinstall the BBQ tray.
Mark
Those Camaro mirrors look really nice on the car. I was worried they'd look too modern but the suit the car very well. Nice to see you resisted the urge to reinstall the BBQ tray.
Mark
Yes, those mirrors do look nice. Any pics from the side? Can you show us how they're mounted?
Rear wings are great and unless you're trying to break a track speed record I suggest you put it back on. It helps explain to the uninformed masses what kind of car it is.
Instead of people asking you if it's a kit car, they'll just assume it's a Lambo. Awesome time saver.
Rear wings are great and unless you're trying to break a track speed record I suggest you put it back on. It helps explain to the uninformed masses what kind of car it is.
Instead of people asking you if it's a kit car, they'll just assume it's a Lambo. Awesome time saver.
quote:an you show us how they're mounted?
David,
They are mounted with 2 studs that go through the door and fasten with nylocks on the inside of the door. The mirror is modified and sits flat on the top of the door.
Take care, Scott
quote:Pic 4
Those look GREAT painted!!! This is the first car I have seen with the mirrors painted. I'm glad others didn't talk you out of using them. They look factory to me... Great job Lui...
Its an inside joke here at the office how much Pantera owners obsess over mirrors.
Panteras are difficult when it comes to choosing mirrors, when they're big enough to be functional they tend to be too big and over-power the car. When they are small enough to look "right" they are too small to be functional.
I think the Camaro mirrors sold by Scott are about as big as you can get without being too big, they walk a fine line in that aspect. The mirrors that glue onto the front corner of the side window create a blind spot, and they end up being too far forward, the window trim partially blocks the view of the mirror. The Camaro mirrors solve that problem too.
The lines of the Camaro mirror are reminiscent of the lines of the Colt mirror that was so popular decades ago, but the Camaro mirror is much more functional because it is larger and it mounts further back. I think Scott has chosen a good mirror to market. I also like the looks when its been painted body color.
Great work Lui.
-G
Panteras are difficult when it comes to choosing mirrors, when they're big enough to be functional they tend to be too big and over-power the car. When they are small enough to look "right" they are too small to be functional.
I think the Camaro mirrors sold by Scott are about as big as you can get without being too big, they walk a fine line in that aspect. The mirrors that glue onto the front corner of the side window create a blind spot, and they end up being too far forward, the window trim partially blocks the view of the mirror. The Camaro mirrors solve that problem too.
The lines of the Camaro mirror are reminiscent of the lines of the Colt mirror that was so popular decades ago, but the Camaro mirror is much more functional because it is larger and it mounts further back. I think Scott has chosen a good mirror to market. I also like the looks when its been painted body color.
Great work Lui.
-G
As far as perfect fit to be honest if the mounting base was 5mm narrower it would certainly help.
When you look at the mirrors from the rear of car there is just a small gap, (which I'm not concerned about and is something I'll address soon enough)where the mirror base sticks up/or doesn't quite sit flush where top of door meets window trim.
Having invested some time researching the different mirror options I am very happy with these. Also again one of the vageries of hand built cars the top of door trim available for mirror mount is slightly differrent on either side, with the left side in this case being just a tad narrower.
PS: Unless you really want black mirrors, the great thing with these is that you can colour match to your car. Helping them blend in and look more factory, especially to the uninitiated eye.
PPS:Thanks Scott and Chris for making these available.
How is the "Corvette ABS Braking" system coming along in your R&D for Panteras. I for one am interested.
When you look at the mirrors from the rear of car there is just a small gap, (which I'm not concerned about and is something I'll address soon enough)where the mirror base sticks up/or doesn't quite sit flush where top of door meets window trim.
Having invested some time researching the different mirror options I am very happy with these. Also again one of the vageries of hand built cars the top of door trim available for mirror mount is slightly differrent on either side, with the left side in this case being just a tad narrower.
PS: Unless you really want black mirrors, the great thing with these is that you can colour match to your car. Helping them blend in and look more factory, especially to the uninitiated eye.
PPS:Thanks Scott and Chris for making these available.
How is the "Corvette ABS Braking" system coming along in your R&D for Panteras. I for one am interested.
quote:Originally posted by Lui:quote:Originally posted by r mccall:
[QUOTE]Originally posted by Lui:
Thanks Chris.
Hi Barry. Thanks. I have the wing in the garage. The last owner had it removed. It will be goign back on
NNNNOOOOOO!!!!! DON"T DO IT!!!!!
Ron
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LOL. Such resistance to the wing.
It's not on yet so chillax.
I have a lot more planned before the wing comes into the picture.
It's not on yet so chillax.
I have a lot more planned before the wing comes into the picture.
quote:Originally posted by Lui:
LOL. Such resistance to the wing.
It's not on yet so chillax.
I have a lot more planned before the wing comes into the picture.
If you go to events with tailgate parties, you should do the wing.
It gives you a place to put the barbie and beer.
I love the car. It's beautiful. The color is outrageous. Pictures of the GT5s do not do these cars justice.
I can not disagree that the Camaro mirrors are an interesting design statement at all, but they are HUGE and change the entire concept of the side elevation.
They seem to become the focal point to me. I don't know if I'd want to do that, but that is me personally. I must admit that they do work better on a GT5s for sure.
The toughest picture and the most important to capture for these mirrors I suppose is from the drivers seat.
One view from that perspective would say once and for all if they are the best solution...at the moment, and all other aesthetics I'd have to learn to live with and accept, very quickly.