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Old 04-29-2009, 11:14 PM
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The DRM RTR project was introduced during a late night concept of Doug Rippie's. "We need to build a safe, light, fast, clean car and sell them to the track guys." My ears perked up. So sit back, grab a cold one and enjoy.

Body
Body fiberglass WC C6 Z06
Lexan front and rear windows
Carbon fiber wing
Splitter for increase front downforce
Both doors are fully operational
Front head lights (not DOT approved)
Rear brake lights
Painted to your favorite color
Two GM side mirrors



Chassis
Steel chassis with all unnecessary brackets removed
Full 10 point cage to meet most all sanctioning bodies rules
Nascar style door bars on both sides of the car
Steel firewall for safety
Z06 lightweight cradles front and rear
Chassis powder coated to your favorite color
Front and rear tubular bumpers
Jack posts for easier lifting
[IMG][/IMG]

Suspension
Mono-ball suspension bearings at all suspension to chassis points
Rod end steering arms for adjustable bump steer
GM power steering rack with a few trade tricks
Power steering cooler in the radiator
LGM Drop spindles
DRM Bilstein coilover shocks
Hyperco springs
T-1 swaybars with adjustable end links
Scaled, aligned and set ride height

[IMG][/IMG]

Brakes
AP front and rear brake package
Full race pads
14 inch rotor in the front
13.25 inch rotor in the rear
Titlton pedal assembly
Cockpit adjustable brake bias
SS lines to the calipers
Custom stainless steel hard lines
Frame style brake ducting
Spindle ducts
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Tire and wheel package
CCW race wheels
Hoosier R6 compound
295/30/18 front
335/30/18 rear




Engine
GM LS7 crate engine
Custom JE pistons
Katech rod bolts
Upgraded rocker arms
ARE Dry-sump tank and pan
Custom DRM Camshaft (630 horsepower)
Comp cams valvetrain
Aftermarket wiring harness
Modified computer program (pump gas)
Stainless steel headers
Rear exit exhaust
Race style mufflers
Ron Davis radiator with oil cooler
GM fuel tanks
Redline race oil



Drivetrain
Quarter Master race clutch
GM bellhousing
DRM flywheel shatter shield
Remote hydraulic bleeder
GM ZR1 transmission
GM ZR1 rear-end (3.42)
GM wheel bearings with ARP studs
GM ZR1 torque tube
GM CV joint axles
Transmission and differential coolers
Stainless steel Aeroquip lines and fittings
Redline fluids



Interior
Autometer gauge package
Kirban short throw shifter
Kirky driver and passenger seats
Collapsible steering shaft with removable wheel
Crow safety harness
Driver and Passenger window nets
Fire system (afff)


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So here is the sales pitch. We would like to get rolling on #2. The price will be $150,000.00 No car needed for the build as we buy all brand new GM parts.
Here is the terms and conditions. Payment of $75,000.00 required to get started on the project, 50,000.00 after the chassis comes back from powder coat. Final balance is due before the car leaves for the track. DRM will be assisting during the first time out with the car.
Email, call, pm for more info
Randy
www.dougrippie.com
763-477-9272


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Sounds like a good price for all new parts. Fantastic work guys.
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From where does the frame come? Do you purchase a new C6 steel frame? I didin't know this was possible.
Awesome, Awesome build BTW and great idea. A turn-key dedicated track car that maximizes the fun of operation by eliminating the headaches and expense associated with one-off custom parts without sacrificing any of the performance. DRM FTW!
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Old 04-30-2009, 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Richie18
Sounds like a good price for all new parts. Fantastic work guys.
Should be very busy building these!!! We all know how expensive modding is and here you get a complete turn-key track car with all of the goodies brand-spanking new!! Good luck!!!!

And P.S. I always loved my DRM Heat Extracting Hood on my C5, stunning without being over-bearing!!!!!
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I'll start saving my pennys
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That is a monster..that is so crazy, I love it. Man it's good to be alive.
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Music.....sweet music!!
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I wish I had that cash laying around because I would have one in my garage by now. Sooooooo cool!
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If I only knew then what I know now. I would have bought one and skipped the process of making a Z06 into a track car.

I have so much time and money in my Z06 I am past the point of no return.
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Originally Posted by AtomicZ
If I only knew then what I know now. I would have bought one and skipped the process of making a Z06 into a track car.

I have so much time and money in my Z06 I am past the point of no return.
yeah and we all know mods arent worth **** when you try to sell you car unless you find the PERFECT buyer

(not that i ever plan on selling since these are the top of the high HP for a long time )
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Thanks guys for the kind words!!!

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Randy -

I saw you had a new frame on the jig with the #2 on it. Did someone step up to the plate and order one? Todd needs another project - he can't spend all of his spare time working on your car.

PS - did a little testing today and everything feels amazing!!!
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Bada$$!!!
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[QUOTE=Randy@DRM;1569903595]So here is the sales pitch. We would like to get rolling on #2. The price will be $150,000.00 No car needed for the build as we buy all brand new GM parts.
Here is the terms and conditions. Payment of $75,000.00 required to get started on the project, 50,000.00 after the chassis comes back from powder coat. Final balance is due before the car leaves for the track. DRM will be assisting during the first time out with the car.
Email, call, pm for more info
Randy
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Curious..

If I won the lottery tomorrow...
How long would it take for you to build one?

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Here are a few of our past cars that we have built. Some pretty cool stuff! Some of them made it out with no pictures taken It sounds funny but when you live at the shop, it's kinda a normal thing. Other pictures are not in digital format.

Corvette Challenge


Lemans mid 90s


World challenge



More world challenge


One more C4




OK enough of the old stuff.













That should show you what our company can do for you!!!

Randy Rippie
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Originally Posted by BubbaDuss
Curious..

If I won the lottery tomorrow...
How long would it take for you to build one?
If you win the lottery for some extra cash, we would finish all of our current projects and have yours done in 8-10 weeks. But with the advertised price we would need 5-6 monthes or so.

Pick the right numbers, give me a call and we will figure out the details
Randy
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After spending a weekend down here at the last koni challenge race, spending time behind the scenes, hanging out with our car, the drivers, techs, pit area.... i can appreciate just how much work it takes to build a car like this.

Looks fantastic! However, and maybe i'm being to unrealistic but I figured it would actually weight a few hundred less than 2700lbs. Of course all of the safety stuff and parts add up but with that body, i just figured it would closer to 2400lbs. than 2700lbs.

Still, awesome car and the RTR feature is just perfect for those that want to get into racing with a fantastic platform and be very competitive.


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