The only thing I would add is to have the Pantera & Detomaso scipt back on the back of the car.
Someone looking would have no idea the make & model of the car from looking at the exterior.
Tom
Great looking car! There sure was a lot of work there and it turned out great. i bet its a real thrill to drive.
I just added a few pictures to the album. Larry i am hoping to go to Reno next year if things work out. Years ago I went to Vegas a couple of times.
The mirrors I used are 93? Testarosa side mirrors. Kinda expensive but I think they fit the car well. I would like to put the Detomaso emblem back on the tail end but with the new lights being bigger it just dosen't fit anymore. Most people don't know what it is. I do get asked alot.
Bob if you ever do decide to come to Denver I'd love to meet you. Call me and we can set something up next spring or summer. 303-435-5427
Rick
The mirrors I used are 93? Testarosa side mirrors. Kinda expensive but I think they fit the car well. I would like to put the Detomaso emblem back on the tail end but with the new lights being bigger it just dosen't fit anymore. Most people don't know what it is. I do get asked alot.
Bob if you ever do decide to come to Denver I'd love to meet you. Call me and we can set something up next spring or summer. 303-435-5427
Rick
Fantastic pictures ...
Can we have MORE?
Do you have engine covers for your car (stock or otherwise)? Or, do you leave it exposed as in your pictures?
Early car with the late front bumbers? Like you, I like the look of later bumpers on the car. I changed the original one to a fibreglass copy to save weight however.
I have been looking at ideas to provide a fresh air intake for my 4.6. I have the stock fuel door in the left gill. What you have done to your left gill gives me ideas for a right side Fresh air intake. What did you make your modified gill out of? How much sheet metal did you cut? etc.
Where did you mount your engine management computer? My concern is heat - computer components need to be kept ventilated for longevity.
Are your wheels BBS, Kenisis, Kodiak or ....?
Thanks
B.G.
Can we have MORE?
Do you have engine covers for your car (stock or otherwise)? Or, do you leave it exposed as in your pictures?
Early car with the late front bumbers? Like you, I like the look of later bumpers on the car. I changed the original one to a fibreglass copy to save weight however.
I have been looking at ideas to provide a fresh air intake for my 4.6. I have the stock fuel door in the left gill. What you have done to your left gill gives me ideas for a right side Fresh air intake. What did you make your modified gill out of? How much sheet metal did you cut? etc.
Where did you mount your engine management computer? My concern is heat - computer components need to be kept ventilated for longevity.
Are your wheels BBS, Kenisis, Kodiak or ....?
Thanks
B.G.
I don't have any other covers for the engine. I think it's so beautiful I didn't want to hide it. In fact I even cut my rear decklid opening larger so I could see it better. The computer is behind the drivers seat. Since I made new tanks and they were not slanted like the original I had some extra room. I cut in a recessed firewall to give more room for computer. I also mounted the engine fuse & relay panel bach there close to the engine for simplicity. My wheels ars Kenisis. I got them from Dennis at Pantera Performance.
quote:Originally posted by andriyko:
Fantastic pictures ...
Can we have MORE?
Do you have engine covers for your car (stock or otherwise)? Or, do you leave it exposed as in your pictures?
Early car with the late front bumbers? Like you, I like the look of later bumpers on the car. I changed the original one to a fibreglass copy to save weight however.
I have been looking at ideas to provide a fresh air intake for my 4.6. I have the stock fuel door in the left gill. What you have done to your left gill gives me ideas for a right side Fresh air intake. What did you make your modified gill out of? How much sheet metal did you cut? etc.
Where did you mount your engine management computer? My concern is heat - computer components need to be kept ventilated for longevity.
Are your wheels BBS, Kenisis, Kodiak or ....?
Thanks
B.G.
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Here is a picture of my first try at the side scoop. I was trying to keep it more like the original louvered look. After spending several days making this first one I decided to start over. If you are planning on putting a scoop only on one side maybe you could slot out the back side of the existing piece and put a screen on it. Just need to cut out the sheet metal under it and decide how you want to direct it. Then it would look stock but be active.
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Thanks for the ideas and photos.
Like you, I think the 4.6 looks beautiful. Your work is certainly an inspiration to finish my install ...
B.G.
Like you, I think the 4.6 looks beautiful. Your work is certainly an inspiration to finish my install ...
B.G.
B.G.
Are you putting a 4.6 in your car?
Rick
Are you putting a 4.6 in your car?
Rick
Yes, I am installing the DeTomaso/Wilkinson homologated 4.6 DOHC Teksid engine in my '74. I may install the Kenny Bell supercharger kit down the road.
I really think you have done a masterful job on your car. You have given me some great ideas as well.
B.G. http://pantera.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7650045562/m/8620035385/p/4
P.S. I have black leather Recaros in my car as well - they do much better with a flat firewall.
I really think you have done a masterful job on your car. You have given me some great ideas as well.
B.G. http://pantera.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7650045562/m/8620035385/p/4
P.S. I have black leather Recaros in my car as well - they do much better with a flat firewall.
Rick R,
Where is the air intake for the A/C, heater unit? I know you modified the windshield wiper, but I cannot see where you installed the air intake for the heater, A/C matrix for the passenger compartment. Any info would be appreciated concerning this gorgeous cat.
Also, what year Audi did you get the parts from?
Where is the air intake for the A/C, heater unit? I know you modified the windshield wiper, but I cannot see where you installed the air intake for the heater, A/C matrix for the passenger compartment. Any info would be appreciated concerning this gorgeous cat.
Also, what year Audi did you get the parts from?
You know i gotta tell you i never thought about having a fresh air intake. I know it takes in air from the passenger compartment. I'll call Vintage air and ask them about that. The hood I used at the windshield was off a mid to late 80's Audi 5000 (not a quatro). I don't remember the exact year. I have a 3 ring binder full of info, details and receipts about the parts and work i've done but it amazes me how many details aren't there.
Rick
Rick
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Rick,
You have done a fantastic job! I really like the panels either side of the engine - very original.
I also like the functional side scoops. Did you make them from aluminium?
Johnny
You have done a fantastic job! I really like the panels either side of the engine - very original.
I also like the functional side scoops. Did you make them from aluminium?
Johnny
Johnny
I did make them from aluminum. It took a couple of tries to get them the way i wanted.
Rick
I did make them from aluminum. It took a couple of tries to get them the way i wanted.
Rick
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Rick,
Thanks for the phone#. Hopefully, I'll be able to cruise out your way next year & see that KILLER Cat in person. Looking forward to it!
Bob #5042
Thanks for the phone#. Hopefully, I'll be able to cruise out your way next year & see that KILLER Cat in person. Looking forward to it!
Bob #5042
Awesome job Rick. Truly beautiful work. I am amazed at how clean and wire free you were able to make that engine bay. Kudos on your fab work.
Blaine
Blaine
Great Job Man!
Definately lots of work there. I love it!
Very tidy looking. Nice work hiding the wires.
Now what are you going to do with all your spare time?
Definately lots of work there. I love it!
Very tidy looking. Nice work hiding the wires.
Now what are you going to do with all your spare time?
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Rick,
I wish I had your talent. Absolutely a magnificent job. The car is gorgeous. If Alejandro was building a Pantera today this should be it!
Jeff
I couldn't agree more! Alejandro may not be building Panteras anymore but a few of the vendors are. I hope they're seeing this.
I'm particulary impressed with the wide cut rear deck lid showing off the blown mod 4.6 ... similar to the the Ford GT's blown 5.4 display. An amazingly clean (non-bling) engine bay that means business and transports the Pantera to the 21st century.
Incredible work!
Very nice modifications. And Bug fenders, who would a thought? Rick did!
Rick,
The fresh air intake from the front (windshield valance) grills was available on early cars (roughly under s/n 2000) and late cars (roughly above s/n 6500). There was no fresh air intake for the mid S/N numbered cars (roughly 4000 vehicles).
HTH
B.G.
The fresh air intake from the front (windshield valance) grills was available on early cars (roughly under s/n 2000) and late cars (roughly above s/n 6500). There was no fresh air intake for the mid S/N numbered cars (roughly 4000 vehicles).
HTH
B.G.
I mean, ALL the car is well done, but the side scoops got my attention. They appear 'right' for the car, adherent to the original design philosophy, but made elegant and functional. Well done.
Great job on the interior as well.
Great job on the interior as well.