Finally took the plunge - New 427SC kit on order!

[T.L.]

Originally Posted by Paintwerks

Thanks TL.

I'd love to supercharge mine! My friend has a 2012 Clubsport that he supercharged. Recently made 360kw (482hp) at the wheels. He said that is mighty fast but that's in a 1760kg car, almost double what the Pace 427 will weigh. I wonder what 700hp (with supercharger) in a sub-1000kg car would feel like?

The final figure I got at the wheels was 417rwkw(560rwHP), enough to keep a sub 1200kg car very quick no matter what gear. It is also a very easy car to drive, and given that I can be cruising along in 5th and put my foot down it will still shoot forward quickly.

Most of all, i love the noise that the supercharger makes. Admittedely, it gets overcome by the sidepipes, but from 2500 you can gear the wrrrrrrrraaaaaaaaaap it brings a smile to my ears everytime.

[Wazza]

Originally Posted by T.L.

The final figure I got at the wheels was 417rwkw(560rwHP), enough to keep a sub 1200kg car very quick no matter what gear. It is also a very easy car to drive, and given that I can be cruising along in 5th and put my foot down it will still shoot forward quickly.

Most of all, i love the noise that the supercharger makes. Admittedely, it gets overcome by the sidepipes, but from 2500 you can gear the wrrrrrrrraaaaaaaaaap it brings a smile to my ears everytime.

I'd pay good money to see you smile with your ears !!
If I win lotto, I'll supercharge the ls7.....

But first I will try not to kill myself with the engine "as is"

[alffie]

wazza
the LS7 will be around 440 rwhp so you will have a hard time not killing yourself hahah

[d488y2]

I had a good chat with Craig yesterday, his kits are very impressive. I think he said he's up to build number 12?

Paintwerks, your kit mustn't be far away?

[BMK]

Yes Craig mentioned he is well into the double digit kit numbers ordered. Anyone that lays eyes on his factory and product will be impressed.

I know he is re inventing and improving all the time and the quality is 110%.

Look forward to seeing the factory photos and build photo shots once Craig does his kit releases.

[Paintwerks]

Well, after 14 months, I'm happy to announce that as of this time next Thursday, I should be in possession of my new Pace 427SC!! She's currently a rolling chassis, but she'll be able to grace my garage and at least I can sit in her and make "brrm brrm" sounds!

The car gets picked up from Craig's workshop on Monday AM and I'll have her by Thursday afternoon. Can't wait!! It will be a great advance birthday present to myself as I turn 43 on the 23rd!

[madt2007]

What is the current wait time from order to receiving?

[leroy17]

Congrats on getting your new project.... will be awesome and keep up the updates with pics.

Sucks that your birthday is two days off christmas..... long wait between pressies.

[750hp]

Originally Posted by leroy17

Sucks that your birthday is two days off christmas..... long wait between pressies.

Or a short wait - depends which way you look at it

I haven't seen recent discussions about purchasing options. Is a rolling chassis defined as a car that rolls and stops and steers?

I'm keen to see the pics when it arrives. New builds are always great to watch!

[Paintwerks]

Thanks guys.....yep, I'll be sure to take plenty of pics and do writeups of my build experience. I think I'll start a new build thread distinct from this thread.

To be perfectly open, it's never been an issue with Christmas for me simply because my family and I don't celebrate it (not a part of our religion).

My particular rolling chassis has the 15" Trigo wheels, M/T tyres, Brembos, LSD with hardened gearset, steering column and steering wheel. Craig and co can build the car to whatever stage you require. I figured it sensible to have my car as a roller given it's being trucked 2000km.

[Zedn]

Congrats. Looking forward to seeing it come together.

Happy birthday for next week.

[Lexluther]

Happy birthday for next week Paintwerks, You must be exited finally getting your kit, I waited 16months for my roller still waiting for all of the bits that bolt on.So I know what it's like, I have been sitting in my cobra doing the broom broom bit in my garage for a few months now, Craig has assured me that I will have some Christmas cheer this year.

[d488y2]

Great news, If I'm over your way in the new year I will give you a push.
Have a great Birthday and a very merry Christmas.

[damage]

So what number is this one? there should be one close to hitting the road soon shouldn't there?

[Cobra01]

Originally Posted by damage

So what number is this one? there should be one close to hitting the road soon shouldn't there?

Hi Damage

I am hoping to finish the car soon possibly end of February.

Exhaust system should be very to being finished this week.

Then wiring and gauges and its all systems go.

The end is near i can feel it a Pace 427 hits the road not literally i hope haha.

Cheers

Brad

[damage]

Brad I take it your car is one of the blue ones sitting at AP

[Tonus72]

Good news Simon! You must be chomping at the bit!

Lots of photos of the arrival if you can...

Thanks

Tony

[damage]

Originally Posted by Lexluther

Happy birthday for next week Paintwerks, You must be exited finally getting your kit, I waited 16months for my roller still waiting for all of the bits that bolt on.So I know what it's like, I have been sitting in my cobra doing the broom broom bit in my garage for a few months now, Craig has assured me that I will have some Christmas cheer this year.

PM sent

[Paintwerks]

Originally Posted by Tonus72

Good news Simon! You must be chomping at the bit!

Lots of photos of the arrival if you can...

Thanks

Tony

Thanks all for the birthday wishes! Tony...yes, I am chomping! I will be taking plenty of photos for everyone to see.

Damage...I haven't received a PM from you as yet?

[damage]

sorry that was Lex that I sent it too.

I have just sent you one though