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But I kind of like it.
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I like it all but the ipad - Its just too far of a departure for me personally - but heck thats why they make so many flavors of ice cream right?
Scary!
Thumbs down on the ipad too. Leave it for the mini-vans 
Well it probably is difficult to use with the top down due to sunlight. One could easily ask the builder to make another kick area if another head was desired. Just saying.
Easily removed. IM can build a new panel. I agree It does not go with the white walls.
Loose the Ipad and change the steering wheel too!
the wheel or the horn button ? 
Horn button.
tough crowd.
Except the iPad, and the rear end seems a little high for my taste. ... I really like it. But I'm a white wall kind of guy.
im considering heading up to take a look at it tomorrow... Short drive from Seattle. May make a day of it with my speedy if the sun/ warmish 50F temps hold up. Lost my drivers side heating tube ( from heater box) to some road/ tire chunks debree ;-)... So until I get a new tube, it's cold driving for me.
That 993 power train is really appealing ;-)
"That 993 power train is really appealing ;-)"
That's the same engine - basically - as in my IM6. I'm not that keen on the rest of the car, but that engine is a sweety - more torque and power to really let you enjoy the drive. The 915 transmission can be 'notchy', but the five speed arrangement is great, and you hardly ever need to use fifth for most drives.
I find that with the Carrera suspension, the car sticks to the road, and corners as 'on rails' as they say.
Personally, there are some changes I would make to the car, but it will be a great driver.
Aside from a few minor things, that's a very nice build. Very nice interior, leather looks sweet, luggage rack looks too oversized for me though, easy fix. But $70,000 CDN ouch.
Actually its $89,900 CDN. That would be $66,526 US based on current exchange rate. Can Americans buy a Canadian car and take it home? Probably a huge tax I would assume. That would be a great deal if you could.
I'm not sure if Henry can get a Canadian titled IM into the States. That would be key to any one of you southerners who are interested.
But then, after Trump tears up NAFTA, we won't be trading with you guys anyway, and we are your largest trading partner.
Anything is pissible
I meant possible...lol
I think the reason Luis likes the car is that it has white walls
crhemi (Bill) poboiinhawaii posted:Scary!
Me to...I own a 993 and I cannot imagine how a component car could handle that kind of performance without all the 993 drivetrain and safety features ....
yeap.., the 993, underpins and the white walls had me at hello!
Didn't drive up today... Its raining and more importantly wife fell down the stairs and broke her ankle. ( yes, really... So our day is being spent differently than expected).
Working to set a meeting in Vancouver to take a look and ask a long list of Qs... The possibility of getting it into the US being the key one. With a list of possible changes as well. But let's wait and see... We all have a Christmas list, but a budget as well!
... Its the 993 power that gets me, and having IM less than two hours away, with a car that's prety close to my dream mountain pass cruiser is too tempting not to explore.
Sorry to hear about the Mrs. But good on you. Get that IM. And let us know about the hoops you have to jump through to get it into US. Got to love that exchange rate.
IaM-Ray posted:Anything is pissible
With enough alcohol maybe, and that's a BIG maybe! It hurts thinking about it.
Ankle broken is no fun, sorry to hear that ... get ready, you'll have a honey Doo list shortly ...
The IM not having a pan but a full frame may or may not be as strong as a full unibody like a 993 but it should hold up to that power. On the other hand the rear end on that thing is quite pendulous and you should be careful with it. Never mind the fact that our cars have a light front end . The new gaz tank location on this car is at least 15 US gallons and is way in the front of the car acting as a front ballast. On full load (fuel weighs about 6 lbs per gallon) 90 lbs of front weight helps it out a lot but it is still lightweight so I am not sure the front wouldn't lift on a cross wind if you were trying to fly much over 100mph.
Living in Seattle there is no better place to be with an IM for sure. The exchange is really benefitting the USA client at this time. Let's just say, You's guyzzzz have real money worth 30% more. Go figure.
If I was looking for a 993 IM, I would bring it over piece by piece if I had to and rebuild it in the USA... the exchange is ruling at this moment, if you can catch the deal when the value is depreciated by 30%. what is there not to like.
Carpe Diem
"Me too...I own a 993 and I cannot imagine how a component car could handle that kind of performance without all the 993 drivetrain and safety features .... "
No one needs to worry about Henry's S6 builds being able to handle the hp of a 993 engine. I've driven mine all summer - short trips, long trips, slow drives, fast drives - and I haven't found one thing to worry about in terms of car being able to handle 'all that power'.
Henry puts a complete 911 Carrera suspension, brakes, steering, what have you and bundles it all together in a fantastic manner. With the custom made IM6 frame, you won't get a more solid ride. The rear end of the car gets widened to handle the 911 stuff, and the stability is fantastic. The car stops solidly without ABS, and the basic but strong drivetrain gives a great feeling of safety and sure footedness.
Yes, there are no airbags, no computer controlled suspension, no whatever, but these builds don't need all that. It's just extra weight... 
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Bob: IM S6 posted:I'm not sure if Henry can get a Canadian titled IM into the States. That would be key to any one of you southerners who are interested.
But then, after Trump tears up NAFTA, we won't be trading with you guys anyway, and we are your largest trading partner.
I don't think it can be done. I couldn't sell my 2010 IM in the US (or Australia or Europe). 
Never say Never
I wouldn't kick it out of bed!
I thought there was a new "law" for low production manf - like new Deloreans?
http://autoweek.com/article/ca...r-vehicle-safety-act
My understanding of the new law is that, rather than being a good thing for speedster builders, is going to make it even harder for them to be in compliance.
Last spring, Carey Hines was telling me that the engines have to be EPA certified as stand-alone units, or some such thing. That effectively rules out anything not available as a "crate" engine from GM or Ford. Subarus with OBD2 ports moved without modification from a donor car, etc. are not in compliance. JDM engines are not in compliance. 911-993 engines are not in compliance. An old carbureted Type 1 is certainly not in compliance.
Quite nearly every time "the man" gets involved in my life, it gets worse-- government, union, etc. I just want to be left alone. I've heard that the most frightening thing anyone can ever hear is, "Good news! I'm from the government, and I'm here to help".
Currently GM has the only crate motor that meets the new standards. The industry hopes that Ford, MOPAR, and others will follow suit. However, since the vehicles are required to meet current model-year emissions standards companies are permitted to install engines from other EPA-certified vehicles to help achieve that requirement.
The way it looks is that Carey, Henry, Kirk, et al will have to sell the body as a complete car sans the engine for those who want a Type 1. Whoever buys the roller would have to install the engine or the builders can start a second business where they install the engine for the consumer. If older Subie engines can meet today's emission standards then they can be used.
It's interesting that in each of the articles they specifically mention the '65 Cobra and the '32 Roadster as if those are the only replicas being produced. None of the articles mention the "57 Porsche Speedster and it's Type 1 AC engine. There's no denying that there are a very large number of those replicas on the road. SPCN registration hasn't gone away so I guess the Type 1's will have to be sold as a roller and then have the engine installed.
"Bob: IM S6 posted:
No one needs to worry about Henry's S6 builds being able to handle the hp of a 993 engine. I've driven mine all summer - short trips, long trips, slow drives, fast drives - and I haven't found one thing to worry about in terms of car being able to handle 'all that power'."
What width are the rear tires, Bob?
Al: 8 inches back, 6 front.
And no dirty jokes, anyone, please...