| GumballSTi | 12-07-2006 02:31 PM |
Nicks and Scratches
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[quote=WRX06TR;16242243]This is info i got from Modified Magazine a while back when they published the article on that fire breathing trio. Didnt somebody mess up the body work on the Blue STi by hitting a few road cones? Just wondering...Congrats that ride is sick!! Im not usually into the graphic/vinyl thing but that STi looks soooo good.[/quote]
[FONT=Times New Roman]If you check out the HIN contest page for the car, there's video of Rob and Big Black during the race, and Rob mentions how he ran into some cones at a buck-20. Ouch. You�ll also see him do some �modification� to the lower lip of the front skirt. Fully custom now. :) [/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman]The skirt is back on securely, the fog light covers have been replaced, and the graphics look good, but the lip is still gone, and the two strips that used to be joined by the lip were hanging down a bit when it arrived, but the shop is going to button it back up. If you check out the photo 555wrc posted, you can see the lower lip is missing. Tomorrow the bumper will look like that photo. Can't even notice anything's missing unless you know what you're looking for. The driver's mirror saw some �fixing� in the video too, but it looks brand new now.[/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman]Nothing like some body history :lol: [/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman]If you check out the HIN contest page for the car, there's video of Rob and Big Black during the race, and Rob mentions how he ran into some cones at a buck-20. Ouch. You�ll also see him do some �modification� to the lower lip of the front skirt. Fully custom now. :) [/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman]The skirt is back on securely, the fog light covers have been replaced, and the graphics look good, but the lip is still gone, and the two strips that used to be joined by the lip were hanging down a bit when it arrived, but the shop is going to button it back up. If you check out the photo 555wrc posted, you can see the lower lip is missing. Tomorrow the bumper will look like that photo. Can't even notice anything's missing unless you know what you're looking for. The driver's mirror saw some �fixing� in the video too, but it looks brand new now.[/FONT]
[FONT=Times New Roman]Nothing like some body history :lol: [/FONT]
| Uber Wagon | 12-07-2006 08:16 PM |
[QUOTE=GumballSTI;16240663]Seems Uber Wagon and I share a tuner! Turns out he rolled up to my car while the tuner was on a street run. It spent yesterday on the dyno getting re-mapped for this altitude, our ethanol mix gas, and an extra bit of reliability, all while smoothing out the edges and bumping the power at the wheels from 283 to 316. Ah, the dyno. What a wonderful invention. Says I've got plenty more room to grow if I want to start pushing the engine a little. We shall see..... Man I love this car!
Thanks for everyone for the many congrats![/QUOTE]
Well that wasn't this Uber Wagon, but I was still glad to hear you got some love from Harvey...definitely smart to get re-mapped for the thin air up here.
Thanks for everyone for the many congrats![/QUOTE]
Well that wasn't this Uber Wagon, but I was still glad to hear you got some love from Harvey...definitely smart to get re-mapped for the thin air up here.
| WRXedUSA | 12-07-2006 09:46 PM |
[url]www.dcshoeco.com[/url] > Team > Rally > Gumball > Pics
| GumballSTi | 12-08-2006 11:46 AM |
[quote=Uber Wagon;16248183]Well that wasn't this Uber Wagon, but I was still glad to hear you got some love from Harvey...definitely smart to get re-mapped for the thin air up here.[/quote]
Ah yes, that was my mistake. Seems there's another guy with a similar ride to yours who Harvey said worked in the same industry.... not quite such a small world.
Ah yes, that was my mistake. Seems there's another guy with a similar ride to yours who Harvey said worked in the same industry.... not quite such a small world.
| GumballSTi | 12-12-2006 04:38 PM |
[SIZE=3][FONT=Times New Roman]So much fun! This thing is a blast to drive, and everywhere I go, people seem to love seeing it. I haven�t found a hater yet. Such a nice surprise. I had a kid in a Home Depot parking lot come up and ask if I would mind if he took some pictures. Pretty cool. Got about 200 miles on the clock this weekend. My only run-in was on my way home Sunday night. I was stopped on the line at a double left, along side what appeared to be a badge-less 03 Audi RS6. I wanted to get into his lane, so I gave it some gas after the turn and let off at the speed limit to check my mirrors for the lane change, only to see him blow by. I guess he thought we were racing. Oops. Must be the graphics. [/FONT][/SIZE]
| eurospek | 12-12-2006 07:08 PM |
^ How many miles were on it at delivery?
<<< Still jealous, it will never cease!
<<< Still jealous, it will never cease!
| GumballSTi | 12-12-2006 07:27 PM |
[quote=eurospek;16302858]^ How many miles were on it at delivery?
<<< Still jealous, it will never cease![/quote]
Just 7,586 gentle miles ;)
<<< Still jealous, it will never cease![/quote]
Just 7,586 gentle miles ;)
| LastResort | 12-12-2006 07:39 PM |
[QUOTE=GumballSTI;16303051]Just 7,586 gentle miles ;)[/QUOTE]:lol:
| WRXedUSA | 12-12-2006 10:01 PM |
You have a alarm system right? STi's tend to vanish in thin air in Denver (no pun intended).
When I come through next, can I get a ride?
When I come through next, can I get a ride?
| mykrrrr | 12-13-2006 09:04 AM |
[QUOTE=Scooby921;16241635]Sweet looking car...color scheme reminds me of angryfist's auto-x WRX.[/QUOTE]
Yer such the CMR fanboi Brad.. :lol: Sorry to say...the DC car looks much cooler than JWong's wundermachine. :p
Congrats to the new owner. Post pics soon!!!! :banana:
Yer such the CMR fanboi Brad.. :lol: Sorry to say...the DC car looks much cooler than JWong's wundermachine. :p
Congrats to the new owner. Post pics soon!!!! :banana:
| GumballSTi | 12-13-2006 11:29 AM |
[quote=WRXedUSA;16304678]You have a alarm system right? STi's tend to vanish in thin air in Denver (no pun intended).
When I come through next, can I get a ride?[/quote]
Definitely. We'll go have some fun.
When I come through next, can I get a ride?[/quote]
Definitely. We'll go have some fun.
| Bl�bil | 12-13-2006 11:51 AM |
GumballSTI, congrats on winning the car!!
Just curious on how the prize taxes work for winning a car of that value.
Just curious on how the prize taxes work for winning a car of that value.
| GumballSTi | 12-13-2006 12:47 PM |
[quote=Bl�bil;16310182]GumballSTI, congrats on winning the car!!
Just curious on how the prize taxes work for winning a car of that value.[/quote]
I like the screen name. I've got a bit a Swedish in my bag of tricks as well. Good stuff.
As far as taxes go, I try not to think about it :( . I owe sales tax on the value on the title (8.5%), and here's the kicker.... federal income tax on the value of the prize as if it were straight cash (25-30%, I don't know, I've never been in a tax bracket that high!). But I've got until April to figure that out. For now it's pure short-shifting bliss.
Just curious on how the prize taxes work for winning a car of that value.[/quote]
I like the screen name. I've got a bit a Swedish in my bag of tricks as well. Good stuff.
As far as taxes go, I try not to think about it :( . I owe sales tax on the value on the title (8.5%), and here's the kicker.... federal income tax on the value of the prize as if it were straight cash (25-30%, I don't know, I've never been in a tax bracket that high!). But I've got until April to figure that out. For now it's pure short-shifting bliss.
| LastResort | 12-13-2006 01:06 PM |
I'd recommend selling your soul, or hooking. Whatever it takes. :p
| WRXedUSA | 12-13-2006 02:10 PM |
[QUOTE=GumballSTI;16310998]I like the screen name. I've got a bit a Swedish in my bag of tricks as well. Good stuff.
As far as taxes go, I try not to think about it :( . I owe sales tax on the value on the title (8.5%), and here's the kicker.... federal income tax on the value of the prize as if it were straight cash (25-30%, I don't know, I've never been in a tax bracket that high!). But I've got until April to figure that out. For now it's pure short-shifting bliss.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, that was my question orginally before I entered the contest. They say the car is worth $60,000, but wouldnt they blue-book it for DMV calculations?
As far as taxes go, I try not to think about it :( . I owe sales tax on the value on the title (8.5%), and here's the kicker.... federal income tax on the value of the prize as if it were straight cash (25-30%, I don't know, I've never been in a tax bracket that high!). But I've got until April to figure that out. For now it's pure short-shifting bliss.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, that was my question orginally before I entered the contest. They say the car is worth $60,000, but wouldnt they blue-book it for DMV calculations?
| GumballSTi | 12-13-2006 04:10 PM |
[quote=WRXedUSA;16312241]Yeah, that was my question orginally before I entered the contest. They say the car is worth $60,000, but wouldnt they blue-book it for DMV calculations?[/quote]
You're right about the DMV, but that's only for the sales tax. The Feds use whatever HIN declares as the "prize value" for the income tax. We shall see....
You're right about the DMV, but that's only for the sales tax. The Feds use whatever HIN declares as the "prize value" for the income tax. We shall see....
| Chapel | 12-13-2006 04:25 PM |
ouch.
I really dig the camo. that'd look nice on my battlewagon.
any info on how the camo was applied?
paint? vinyl?
I know the builders of the car are lurking in the thread, any insight?
that'd be fun to vinyl my car up with the camo like that during the winter
I really dig the camo. that'd look nice on my battlewagon.
any info on how the camo was applied?
paint? vinyl?
I know the builders of the car are lurking in the thread, any insight?
that'd be fun to vinyl my car up with the camo like that during the winter
| truwrxtacy | 12-13-2006 04:27 PM |
so what has been done to this STi? that can run 180mph? but dynoing at 314whp with 20k+ mods? anyone got a mod list? glad to see a nice sti grace the streets of denver, also check out awdpirates.net our local colorado forums =D
| eurospek | 12-13-2006 05:15 PM |
[QUOTE=truwrxtacy;16314364]so what has been done to this STi? that can run 180mph? but dynoing at 314whp with 20k+ mods? anyone got a mod list? glad to see a nice sti grace the streets of denver, also check out awdpirates.net our local colorado forums =D[/QUOTE]
Nickname: GUMBALL_SUBARU
Car: 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
Type: Race
Interior:
Interior Additions
� First Aid Kit
� Window Tint
� Electrical Power: 750-watt power inverter with three 110V outlets, three additional 12V outlets
� Fire Extinguisher: one in passenger footwell and one in the trunk
� Maplight: for co-driver
Exterior:
Body
� STi Spec C Body Kit: Japanese market front and rear bumpers
� Radiator Screen
� STi Rear Differential Guard
� Full Size Spare Tire Mount: trunk
� Tow strap
� Camouflage Wrap graphics
Engine:
Engine
� 2.5 liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder
� Crawford Performance: S2 Motor and CP32 Turbo Kit
� Engine Tuning/ECU Programming: I-Speed USA
� Power Output:
o 426 HP at 5700 RPMS (stock STi = 300HP)
o 421 TQ at 4600 RPMS (stock STi = 300 ft lb tq)
o (100% 91 Octane @ 18psi)
� STi shortblock with forged pistons and STi crankshaft
� APS Cold Air Intake
� ECUTEC ECU
� APS Exhaust: 3-inch turbo back exhaust
� Samco Intake Hose
� APS Front Mount Intercooler
� Walbro high volume Fuel Pump
Gearbox
� Six-speed with DCCD (driver-controlled center differential)
� STi Engine and Gearbox Mounts
� STi Short Throw Shifter
� STi Clutch
Suspension:
Suspension
� STi Bushing Kit
� STi Trailing Link Kit
� STi Lateral Link Kit
� STi Strut Bar Kit
� STi Strut Top Mounts
� SYMS Dampers - adjustable coilovers
� Cusco Sway Bar Kit - 22mm
Wheels / Tires
� Speedline 2120 Wheels: 8 X 18 Tarmac Rally Wheel
� Michelin Pilot Sport 2 Tires: 225/40 ZR18
Brakes
� SYMS Brake Line Kit
� Ferodo DS3000 Brake Pads
In Car Electronics:
Audio / Video / Sat Nav
� Navigation System: Alpine NVE N099P Processor with IVA-300R/RB Interactive Touch Panel Monitor
� IPOD Docking Station: DLO Transpod docks and charges iPod, Monster Audio Xfer Cables
� Radio for Inter-Car communication: Kenwood
� Speakers: MB Quart 5 � Components, 8 inch subwoofer
� Amp: Alpine 5-channel
Interior Additions
� First Aid Kit
� Window Tint
� Electrical Power: 750-watt power inverter with three 110V outlets, three additional 12V outlets
� Fire Extinguisher: one in passenger footwell and one in the trunk
� Maplight: for co-driver
Sponsors:
DC Shoes
Nickname: GUMBALL_SUBARU
Car: 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
Type: Race
Interior:
Interior Additions
� First Aid Kit
� Window Tint
� Electrical Power: 750-watt power inverter with three 110V outlets, three additional 12V outlets
� Fire Extinguisher: one in passenger footwell and one in the trunk
� Maplight: for co-driver
Exterior:
Body
� STi Spec C Body Kit: Japanese market front and rear bumpers
� Radiator Screen
� STi Rear Differential Guard
� Full Size Spare Tire Mount: trunk
� Tow strap
� Camouflage Wrap graphics
Engine:
Engine
� 2.5 liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder
� Crawford Performance: S2 Motor and CP32 Turbo Kit
� Engine Tuning/ECU Programming: I-Speed USA
� Power Output:
o 426 HP at 5700 RPMS (stock STi = 300HP)
o 421 TQ at 4600 RPMS (stock STi = 300 ft lb tq)
o (100% 91 Octane @ 18psi)
� STi shortblock with forged pistons and STi crankshaft
� APS Cold Air Intake
� ECUTEC ECU
� APS Exhaust: 3-inch turbo back exhaust
� Samco Intake Hose
� APS Front Mount Intercooler
� Walbro high volume Fuel Pump
Gearbox
� Six-speed with DCCD (driver-controlled center differential)
� STi Engine and Gearbox Mounts
� STi Short Throw Shifter
� STi Clutch
Suspension:
Suspension
� STi Bushing Kit
� STi Trailing Link Kit
� STi Lateral Link Kit
� STi Strut Bar Kit
� STi Strut Top Mounts
� SYMS Dampers - adjustable coilovers
� Cusco Sway Bar Kit - 22mm
Wheels / Tires
� Speedline 2120 Wheels: 8 X 18 Tarmac Rally Wheel
� Michelin Pilot Sport 2 Tires: 225/40 ZR18
Brakes
� SYMS Brake Line Kit
� Ferodo DS3000 Brake Pads
In Car Electronics:
Audio / Video / Sat Nav
� Navigation System: Alpine NVE N099P Processor with IVA-300R/RB Interactive Touch Panel Monitor
� IPOD Docking Station: DLO Transpod docks and charges iPod, Monster Audio Xfer Cables
� Radio for Inter-Car communication: Kenwood
� Speakers: MB Quart 5 � Components, 8 inch subwoofer
� Amp: Alpine 5-channel
Interior Additions
� First Aid Kit
� Window Tint
� Electrical Power: 750-watt power inverter with three 110V outlets, three additional 12V outlets
� Fire Extinguisher: one in passenger footwell and one in the trunk
� Maplight: for co-driver
Sponsors:
DC Shoes
| GumballSTi | 12-13-2006 05:50 PM |
[quote=truwrxtacy;16314364]so what has been done to this STi? that can run 180mph? but dynoing at 314whp with 20k+ mods? anyone got a mod list? glad to see a nice sti grace the streets of denver, also check out awdpirates.net our local colorado forums =D[/quote]
[COLOR=black]
eurospek- Thanks for the list!
For more technical info for the car, and a ton of install pictures, check out[URL="http://www.vtcar.com/gallery/gumball/specs.htm"][U][COLOR=#800080]http://www.vtcar.com/gallery/gumball/specs.htm[/COLOR][/U][/URL]. Vermont Sportscar built the three STis, and a lot of the mods are not hp boosters, but more durability and handling additions. I had it tuned conservatively so the engine would last forever. It could make quite a bit more power with a new map, but I left it at 316 for now.[/COLOR]
[COLOR=black] [/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]Also check out DC's site: [URL="http://www.dcshoes.com/home.asp"][U][COLOR=#800080]http://www.dcshoes.com/home.asp[/COLOR][/U][/URL] and find the Gumball Rally section for some good video and history[/COLOR]
[COLOR=black] [/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]Last but not least, there's the HIN page:[/COLOR]
[COLOR=black][URL="http://www.hincity.com/gumball.asp"][U][COLOR=#800080]http://www.hincity.com/gumball.asp[/COLOR][/U][/URL][/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]It's got the same info, with a self-loading video of the car (shown in the cockpit with the speedo pegged past 160, at any rate!)[/COLOR]
[COLOR=black] [/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]The tuner I worked with recommended awdpirates and it looks like a great local community. Thanks for the invite![/COLOR]
[COLOR=black] [/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]The graphics, by the way, are a vinyl wrap. This could come in handy if I need to retouch any of the panels (if I could get a duplicate section). It's like one giant 3M bra protecting the paint underneath! Pretty nice.[/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]
eurospek- Thanks for the list!
For more technical info for the car, and a ton of install pictures, check out[URL="http://www.vtcar.com/gallery/gumball/specs.htm"][U][COLOR=#800080]http://www.vtcar.com/gallery/gumball/specs.htm[/COLOR][/U][/URL]. Vermont Sportscar built the three STis, and a lot of the mods are not hp boosters, but more durability and handling additions. I had it tuned conservatively so the engine would last forever. It could make quite a bit more power with a new map, but I left it at 316 for now.[/COLOR]
[COLOR=black] [/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]Also check out DC's site: [URL="http://www.dcshoes.com/home.asp"][U][COLOR=#800080]http://www.dcshoes.com/home.asp[/COLOR][/U][/URL] and find the Gumball Rally section for some good video and history[/COLOR]
[COLOR=black] [/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]Last but not least, there's the HIN page:[/COLOR]
[COLOR=black][URL="http://www.hincity.com/gumball.asp"][U][COLOR=#800080]http://www.hincity.com/gumball.asp[/COLOR][/U][/URL][/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]It's got the same info, with a self-loading video of the car (shown in the cockpit with the speedo pegged past 160, at any rate!)[/COLOR]
[COLOR=black] [/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]The tuner I worked with recommended awdpirates and it looks like a great local community. Thanks for the invite![/COLOR]
[COLOR=black] [/COLOR]
[COLOR=black]The graphics, by the way, are a vinyl wrap. This could come in handy if I need to retouch any of the panels (if I could get a duplicate section). It's like one giant 3M bra protecting the paint underneath! Pretty nice.[/COLOR]
| Golfa | 12-13-2006 09:50 PM |
has Ken B been in touch since you won?
| WRXedUSA | 12-13-2006 10:47 PM |
[QUOTE=Golfa;16318396]has Ken B been in touch since you won?[/QUOTE]
Read the thread.
Read the thread.
| RChampion | 12-14-2006 11:40 AM |
[Dane Cook]WHY NOT MEEEE?[/Dane Cook]
| GetUpKid | 12-14-2006 09:00 PM |
how the hell did they vinyl wrap that
| GetUpKid | 12-14-2006 09:07 PM |
and have you thought about ebaying it?
| Chapel | 12-14-2006 09:42 PM |
[QUOTE=GetUpKid;16331415]how the hell did they vinyl wrap that[/QUOTE]
I'm curious too.
I kinda want to do something similar to my WRBlue and do some camoflage looking inserts on the seat.
I'm curious too.
I kinda want to do something similar to my WRBlue and do some camoflage looking inserts on the seat.
| Chapel | 12-20-2006 12:54 PM |
anyone? really curious
If anyone has a template for the vinyl, I'll cut it myself.
If anyone has a template for the vinyl, I'll cut it myself.
| f1vlad | 12-21-2006 10:39 AM |
[quote=Chapel;16314328]ouch.
I really dig the camo. that'd look nice on my battlewagon.
any info on how the camo was applied?
paint? vinyl?
I know the builders of the car are lurking in the thread, any insight?
that'd be fun to vinyl my car up with the camo like that during the winter[/quote]
I love that, too. I spoke to the builders of these three cars before at vtcar.com, it's plain 3M carwrap ([URL]http://images.google.com/images?q=carwrap[/URL]).
I really dig the camo. that'd look nice on my battlewagon.
any info on how the camo was applied?
paint? vinyl?
I know the builders of the car are lurking in the thread, any insight?
that'd be fun to vinyl my car up with the camo like that during the winter[/quote]
I love that, too. I spoke to the builders of these three cars before at vtcar.com, it's plain 3M carwrap ([URL]http://images.google.com/images?q=carwrap[/URL]).
| Chapel | 12-21-2006 10:54 AM |
so, did VTcar do the wrap?
| f1vlad | 12-22-2006 08:19 AM |
No they used external contractor from what I understand, like they do for tinting windows or painting the car. They might have designed it though.
It's probably too expensive for private party to do it, i.e. for you or me. I used to design and install carwraps, so if you want some vendors for printing I'll let you know. It's a nice three digit figure though to print it. :cool:
It's probably too expensive for private party to do it, i.e. for you or me. I used to design and install carwraps, so if you want some vendors for printing I'll let you know. It's a nice three digit figure though to print it. :cool:
| cyRally | 12-22-2006 11:03 AM |
the gumball graphics were designed in house by DC Shoes and VSC. the camo is a 3M wrap that we had a local installer print and install for us. The DC logos are cut vinyl that was laid on top of the wrap.
expect to pay between $1000 and $2000 to wrap a vehicle, and that doesn't include design time.
and before you ask: sorry, the camo design files are not available or for sale.
chris
marketing manager
Vermont SportsCar
expect to pay between $1000 and $2000 to wrap a vehicle, and that doesn't include design time.
and before you ask: sorry, the camo design files are not available or for sale.
chris
marketing manager
Vermont SportsCar
| Chapel | 12-22-2006 11:47 AM |
already got my design, just wanted to verify that it is a body wrap and that it wasn't something I could just purchase off the shelf.
| Chapel | 12-22-2006 11:50 AM |
[QUOTE=f1vlad;16412371]No they used external contractor from what I understand, like they do for tinting windows or painting the car. They might have designed it though.
It's probably too expensive for private party to do it, i.e. for you or me. I used to design and install carwraps, so if you want some vendors for printing I'll let you know. It's a nice three digit figure though to print it. :cool:[/QUOTE]
I'm actually thinking of doing a sort of... not full body wrap
I'm doing some amoeba style shapes to be cut into different shades of blue (close enough to WR Blue) to be applied and removed as necessary.
My interior is going to be retrimmed in sky blue camo nylon (door inserts, seat centers, wagon cargo drape.
It's probably too expensive for private party to do it, i.e. for you or me. I used to design and install carwraps, so if you want some vendors for printing I'll let you know. It's a nice three digit figure though to print it. :cool:[/QUOTE]
I'm actually thinking of doing a sort of... not full body wrap
I'm doing some amoeba style shapes to be cut into different shades of blue (close enough to WR Blue) to be applied and removed as necessary.
My interior is going to be retrimmed in sky blue camo nylon (door inserts, seat centers, wagon cargo drape.
| f1vlad | 12-23-2006 12:15 PM |
That's very cool Chapel, hope it come out looking good. I love that camo design would love to have my car done like that.
cyRally: glad to see you're on nasioc, too, this is Vlad, one of shakedown winners :)
cyRally: glad to see you're on nasioc, too, this is Vlad, one of shakedown winners :)
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