TUNNING CAR: 02/11/11

Friday, February 11, 2011

Hot Rods of the Dry Lakes Era Blogspot

http://hotrodsofthedrylakesera.blogspot.com/

great stuff on Rat Rods Rule

just a sample, see the rest at http://ratrodsrule.tumblr.com/

When streamliner is the consuming passion, and all the guy had was a VW bus

found on http://ratrodsrule.tumblr.com/

The bullet bus (aka: while taking on the improbable, meeting people and finding out that fellow VW fans donate parts)

This 21 Window Deluxe was abandoned and partially stripped in the Nevada desert and then promptly used as target practice for passersbys. After being rescued from the desert, a massive donation project started as bus owners from across the country donated parts and services to get this bus driving again. (that is so awesome! I believe the praise must go to the Samba.com, great VW website)

the only things left on this thing were:
1)beltline trim
2)front bumper
3)oh shit handle
4)battery strap
5)parking brake handle (bent 90 degrees to floor)
6)brake pedal
7)clutch pedal
8)throttle pedal (found in the pile of dirt and broken glass on cargo floor)
9)headlight switch (also on cargo floor)
10)4.5 pop-out frames
11)the driver's seat bottom

learned about this on http://thegreasylens.tumblr.com/post/2837493790/whats-that-youve-never-heard-of-the-bullet-bus

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=227232&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=240 for the full thread of 20 pages dedicated to this project

If you suddenly feel like looking at a great gallery of VW busses: http://www.oldcarspirit.cz/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=10

For the other most amazingly beyond salvage kombis I've posted about that people have went crazy for:
http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2010/12/1957-deluxe-vw-23-window-bus-pulled.html
http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2010/08/not-too-far-gone-to-save-because-in.html
http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2010/12/what-happened-to-bury-this-1950-vw-213.html

I'm impressed, this "Mini Ripsaw" looks like it can go over anything

if you aren't impressed, and aren't sure you want to play on this thing, see a bit of the video at
http://www.howeandhowetechnologies.com/video.php?Id=14

Geneva 2011: here is what will look the Tornante Gumpert, 2012 700 hp

Gumpert has given us a glimpse of his Tornante 2012 with a sketch showing the direction that the manufacturer has made in its conception just before his appearance at the Salon de l'Auto in Geneva.

Built on a "Superleggera" which involves using a composite body affixed to a building frame monocoque carbon fiber supercar will get its power from a 4.2 liter V8 twin-turbocharged 700 horsepower from Audi.

The Tornante use a gearbox with shift paddles TT403 report steering wheel (the same as the Apollo) and a double wishbone suspension.

It was also learned that alternative version of the fireball is 2012, suggesting the possible introduction of a hybrid or electric.

Spyshots: Mini Roadster ready soon - Convertible Mini

Mini awash always projects. The newly confirmed Paceman good for production, but we must also address the Roadster and Coupe versions due to join a range already well supplied. For the last mentioned, the official presentation is only a matter of months and the final model has just been surprised in the street under a camouflage too flashy to be honest.

What better way to attract attention to a car than to stick big yellow neon tribal patterns purpose of camouflage. Hard to miss the car and masked when passing in the street! A camouflage that does not even watch his lines, apparently quite close to that of the coupe concept shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2009. Note the appearance of a kind of retractable spoiler that was not present on the concept.

Competitive Golf24 for Nurburgring

Volkswagen announced that this year will participate in the race the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. The dramatic version of the Golf has a turbo engine with a volume of 2.5 liters and five-cylinder that is familiar from the Audi TT RS and RS3. The engine has an output of 440 hp and maximum torque of 540 Nm.

Range Rover Sport is fully chrome plated

The world is not so much tuning studio, who love to play with Chrome, so these projects look very attractive, unique and luxurious.

One of them was the version of Range Rover Sport from studio Revere London, decorated in a very interesting style, combined with black air intakes, black grille and door handles. As for the interior, inside an SUV has a leather lining, wood inlay and original interior lighting.

In addition, the tuner a little refined powertrain and suspension, bringing Range Rover Sport to the road, giving it a more aggressive look.

2012 Alfa Romeo introduced the 159 Super

This week is the release version of the Super-model Alfa Romeo MiTo, and now it is the turn version 159.

Externally, the Alfa Romeo 159 Super features unique side mirrors, alloy 17-inch wheels..

The driver and passengers can enjoy a navigation system with maps of European countries, the system Blue & Me, with the ability to connect Bluetooth, and a multifunctional steering wheel in leather braided carbon fiber dash trim, etc.

With regard to the cost of the car, it starts from 23,700 euros for the sedan and 24,900 euros per wagon. Both versions are driven by a 2.0-liter JTDM, capacity of 136 hp

Updated version of the Kia Soul 2012 - 2013 Spy Photos

Despite the considerable camouflage, the prototype has a new front LED headlights, upgraded bumpers and a new grille.

Under the hood can be 1.6-liter version, with a capacity 122 hp (91 kW) and 156 Nm of torque, as well as the 2.0-liter unit capable of 142 hp, which has 142 hp (106 kW) and 186 Nm.

Release Kia Soul 2012 can be held later this year, for example at the motor show in New York.

First teaser for the Clio 4 - Future Clio Photos

At the press conference by Carlos Ghosn on the future of Renault's strategy was unveiled the first image of the future Clio.

Renault is full of novelties. After unveiling yesterday TakePic, his concept of small urban crossover, the manufacturer sees now appear on the net the first teaser for the Clio 4. This image was unveiled in mid-week during the big press conference with Carlos Ghosn about his strategy for the future 'Drive The Change'.

Clio 4 seems to adopt policies inaugurated on Dezir with rounded shapes, the logo in the center of the grille with a grid that extends between the two approaches. This new generation is expected to arrive in 2012. The new strategy '2016 Drive The Change 'must propose models sober but accessible side pockets.

First pictures of Kia Rio 2012

A car that grows a little but spends a bland or banal to some strong character, at least in appearance. The new Rio is expected to be available for sale with petrol and diesel engines including the 1.4 L and 1.6 L petrol and 1.6 L of several variants that IDRC is well known but Hyundai Kia. BVM5, BVM6 BVA5 or should be the transmission schedule of this new city which now provides the means to be truly present in the market rather than serving to enforce the other models. One version features a new 1.2 L Direct Injection Turbo could also make an appearance. The head of the style Kia also explains that a major effort has been made on the design of the cockpit and the perceived quality is not the height of the current version.

The complete Summary of auto transport

Auto transport is a transportation method in which the automobiles are transported in truck and People may also use the term truck transport to refer specifically to moving motor vehicles such as cars, boats, and motorcycles by truck. Trucking is a worldwide industry, with companies’ large and small offering a utilizing auto transport services. This method of transportation is highly flexible and very efficient. With the development of the automobile in the 1800s, trucks were not far behind. People quickly realized the potential applications of truck transport, combining trucks with trains and boats for complete shipping needs.

By the middle of the 20th century, truck transport had become the method of choice for moving the automobiles. Unlike horses, trucks didn't require careful care and feeding to keep running, and they could haul heavy loads, be handled by small staffs, and used in all weathers and in all kinds of conditions. In the case of auto truck transport, the truck is used to carry motor vehicles. Especially valuable cars may be carried in an enclosed truck which protects the cars from damage and the elements. Less valuable cars or cars which are being transported for destruction can be carried on open racks which may accommodate numerous vehicles. People who need cars moved from one location to another can sometimes bundle their cars onto an existing transport, rather than needing to use private car shipping services, which can become very expensive.

Mostly the auto transport companies’ use heavy and very heavy types of trucks for car transport. Very heavy trucks include vehicles such as heavy haulers and ballast tractors. These vehicles are reserved for goods that a light, medium, or very heavy truck cannot haul. Auto transport companies take the proper concern of transporting automobiles from one place to a place in a complete protected and a safe manner. It is essential for you to know more about the company before you deal with it. Only the companies who have experts can handle up this responsibility in a proper way. Discuss with your friends, relatives, browse and check with some shipping companies to get a clear picture to choose a best shipping company.

Look for the company who affords the complete customer satisfaction and always prefer a company which has a high grade of status and faultless public opinion because only they have the art of adding up name in the happy client list. A reputed auto transport company always accepts the burden of transporting vehicle with proper care. You will want to know if the shipping company has the proper licenses to transport your car. Auto transport companies need a federal license and should fulfill insurance and bond requirements. Ask the company about the insurance that they carry to cover any damage your car may receive during transportation.

With the help of auto insurance, you can claim the required amount if any damage happened to your car. Most of the companies provide you the car tracking facility with the help of gps and it helps you to identify the location of your journey and also you can locate your car if it is lost.

Contest Lotus Evora S + 15k cash

“276bhp? Is that many?” – That is what Dude Public said about the Evora when it arrived. Well yes, its energy was a bit lower compared to a 325i repair M3 – but this 2+2 Lotus weighed 300kg less, so seemed to be as nimble as a good ice skater. Mid engined balance, combined using 4 seat practicality, using gorgeous looks thrown set for good measure meant that Lotus overcame its minimal power to win a lot of driver’s car of the year awards.

But little do we know that Lotus had a trick upward its sleeve – a Supercharger. The Evora Ohydrates keeps the 3.five litre V6, but adds a Supercharger to boost power to 345bhp, that when they are combined with the easy fold makes the Evora S into a true Supercar slayer. The awesome handling and high electrical power allows the little White lotus to run rings throughout the competition.

Lotus also recently poached some of Germany’s best engineers through Porsche, Mercedes and Audi so the high quality, reliability and interior suit and finish is greatly improved. What we get is a supercar this is the equal of any Hayundai, Audi R8 or BMW M-car. And additionally, it looks fantastic..

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