Any FGT Forum members in the Vero Beach area?
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shelbyelite
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- May 10, 2007
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Sorry we couldn't help, but with rally around the corner, we don't have time to fly to Florida. May try Rich Brooks, the GT Guy....
Shelby....I was still hoping to hear about the car you suggested.....
I did contact Rich, and he is available...so I'm considering that. However, he's a ways away and obviously I'd have to pay travel expenses. Since this is a 1400 mile car I'm wondering if a simpler (read: cheaper) PPI might be adequate......
I did contact Rich, and he is available...so I'm considering that. However, he's a ways away and obviously I'd have to pay travel expenses. Since this is a 1400 mile car I'm wondering if a simpler (read: cheaper) PPI might be adequate......
shelbyelite
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- May 10, 2007
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The car I mentioned will be in tomorrow so I can give you detailed review on it. As for the 1400 mile car in Florida you are looking at, the insurance of sending Rich to inspect it is worth not getting a pieced together or story car....
BlackICE
GT Owner
Probably unlikely they have seen or worked on many GTs. Maybe have local dealer do prelim check.
If they find any issues skip it. If looks good to them, then I would pay Rich or other forum expert to see it.
One issue will cost WAY more than flying them in.
stephen_becker
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Wizard -
Each of the GT Guys, Shelby, Shadowman, and us (Cool Tech) have worked on more than 100 GT's. *IF* you determine that a PPI is needed I would highly recommend that you leverage someone who has done a LOT of work on GT's and who knows the car well enough to know what's normal and what's not. Example: On our last PPI, we noticed that a front left wheel well was put in with non-OEM fasteners. They were nice fasteners and all consistent but we've worked on enough wheel wells to know that the fastners were non-OEM. Also, we noticed the wheel weights on the front rim were non-factory - whereas both front tires were original and one had original tire weights. I really think that only very Ford GT-experienced personnel would have picked up on the very subtle variations. Another question that you should ask for prospective PPI candidates is their use of a paint thickness gauge. An invaluable tool for a thorough inspection, IMO. Note: The buyer chose not to purchase the car after our inspection - as we did find additional abnormalities. We're in SoCal. If we can help - let us know.
Each of the GT Guys, Shelby, Shadowman, and us (Cool Tech) have worked on more than 100 GT's. *IF* you determine that a PPI is needed I would highly recommend that you leverage someone who has done a LOT of work on GT's and who knows the car well enough to know what's normal and what's not. Example: On our last PPI, we noticed that a front left wheel well was put in with non-OEM fasteners. They were nice fasteners and all consistent but we've worked on enough wheel wells to know that the fastners were non-OEM. Also, we noticed the wheel weights on the front rim were non-factory - whereas both front tires were original and one had original tire weights. I really think that only very Ford GT-experienced personnel would have picked up on the very subtle variations. Another question that you should ask for prospective PPI candidates is their use of a paint thickness gauge. An invaluable tool for a thorough inspection, IMO. Note: The buyer chose not to purchase the car after our inspection - as we did find additional abnormalities. We're in SoCal. If we can help - let us know.
Kendall,
I hear ya. I called one of the local guys I mentioned here or elsewhere and could tell he was only a cosmetics guy. He did the paint thickness stuff, but he really didn't know THIS car or any of its anomalies. In the meantime I'm stalling to hear about a new car Shelby has. Shelby?
BTW, this is Ross.....an old NSX friend.....the guy behind you on our drive to Laguna Seca? I've been trying to reach you, but I guess no emergencies until I get this transaction done. If I find a west coast car I promise you'll get the job, and probably lots of fun stuff afterward. That exhaust system looks really nice!
Appreciate all the advice.....believe me I listen and learn......
I hear ya. I called one of the local guys I mentioned here or elsewhere and could tell he was only a cosmetics guy. He did the paint thickness stuff, but he really didn't know THIS car or any of its anomalies. In the meantime I'm stalling to hear about a new car Shelby has. Shelby?
BTW, this is Ross.....an old NSX friend.....the guy behind you on our drive to Laguna Seca? I've been trying to reach you, but I guess no emergencies until I get this transaction done. If I find a west coast car I promise you'll get the job, and probably lots of fun stuff afterward. That exhaust system looks really nice!
Appreciate all the advice.....believe me I listen and learn......
Hi Ross. Yeah, we should connect and shoot the crap about old times - and get you up to speed on the Ford GT!!
Regarding the PPI - not our favorite job and I'm sure I speak for my colleagues as well when I say that. Hard to have the right value equation for buyer and inspector because of the time invested, travel cost, etc. ALWAYS easier when the car is local! Be patient, you'll find a good one!
Regarding the PPI - not our favorite job and I'm sure I speak for my colleagues as well when I say that. Hard to have the right value equation for buyer and inspector because of the time invested, travel cost, etc. ALWAYS easier when the car is local! Be patient, you'll find a good one!
shelbyelite
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- May 10, 2007
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Our 06 just came in late tonight. I will go over it tomorrow and let you know the results. And I agree with Kendall on all points.
Shelby...yes, good....
Kendall.....my young son that was with me still says that ride up the coast was the greatest day of his life so far. He loved what I showed him on the track, but it was the drive up that he says changed his life. We should've been arrested, and me in particular for contributing to the delinquency of a minor! He now has a 69 Charger (440, manual, numbers), and a 70 Challenger (manual, 6 pack, numbers), and a 308 Ferrari.....guess he really caught the bug that day!!!
Yeah, we'll catch up.....but I better bring my checkbook just in case......
Kendall.....my young son that was with me still says that ride up the coast was the greatest day of his life so far. He loved what I showed him on the track, but it was the drive up that he says changed his life. We should've been arrested, and me in particular for contributing to the delinquency of a minor! He now has a 69 Charger (440, manual, numbers), and a 70 Challenger (manual, 6 pack, numbers), and a 308 Ferrari.....guess he really caught the bug that day!!!
Yeah, we'll catch up.....but I better bring my checkbook just in case......
