Stalker #85 headed back to Arkansas

[xcarguy]

Well, it's old news now, but I've purchased my old car back from Mike Sharkey, who originally bought the car from me with it being about 80% complete at the time of purchase. Mike did a great job of finishing the car and it should be back in hand by Tuesday, August 7. The photos below are recent shots taken by Mike that he sent to me. The car will be arriving with 15" wheels/tires. A set of 17" wheels/tires (see pic below) will be arriving with the car as Mike had plans of installing these at a later date. I have ideas for sourcing fenders, but will graciously and humbly entertain yours ideas as well.

 

Here's a link to my original build site:

 

http://www471.pair.com/stalkerv/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=5938

Edited August 6, 2012 by xcarguy

[Croc]

Wow! Look at that engine! :cooldude: :drool:

[xcarguy]

Now . . . and then. Yep, still driving the Toyota Tacoma.

Edited August 8, 2012 by xcarguy

[xcarguy]

Contacted Loren Edwards in San Angelo and purchased a set of front and rear WCM Ultralite fenders for the 17” wheels and tires.

[Bonjo2]

Awesome!!

[xcarguy]

bonjo2,

 

Thanks. Did Sharkey take you for a ride in this car when he owned it? And I would certainly like to see some pics of your LS3 Stalker if you wouldn't mind sharing.

[DeanG]

The new fenders are a nice addition. It makes the car pop.

 

It seems a bit odd that the back of the rear fenders are below the bottom of the car. Is this normal? Have I missed this for all these years?

[xcarguy]

Dean G.,

 

No, you haven't been missing anything. These fenders (originally designed for the WCM Ultralite) are flush at the bottom of my car (forward of the tire) and truly do hang down below the rear quarter; larger, longer fender. All things considered, this was the best fitment I could come up with that served the purposes of both form and function. I’ll post a few more pics (side view) which shows the flush portion forward of the tire along with the overhang in the rear. Future plans call for adding a rear difusser to 'tie' it all together.

Edited September 9, 2012 by xcarguy

[WestTexasS2K]

Those wheels are realy cool. Who makes them?

[xcarguy]

Centerline Racing:

 

http://centerlinewheels.com/wheels_detail.php?mw_id=35&sw_id=462

[WestTexasS2K]

They look great on the stalker. The fenders can easily be cut flush with an air saw.

[xcarguy]

I thought about trimming the fenders, but probably will not. I'll more than likely use the additional length to tie into a rear diffuser.

[xcarguy]

WCM fenders installed w/ Center Line 17" wheels: 4" backspacing both front and rear; 8x17 front; 9.5x17 rear. Tires are Nitto NT-01: 225/45-17 front; 255/40-17 rear.

Edited September 26, 2012 by xcarguy

[Z3 Stalker]

Looking good, and to see its back with the original owner

[xcarguy]

Thanks, Z3. I just ran across your Walmart post. That's just too funny.

[Bonjo2]

Yes. Mike gave me a very spirited ride. Car is fantastic. I was most impressed by the no drama acceleration. Car was mad.

 

I post some photos on the Brunton web gallery #156.

 

My car runs, now it's just a matter of finding time to get bodywork together.

 

Email me anytime. bonjo2 at gmail dot com

[xcarguy]

Bonjo2,

 

Gallery #156 only has three pics . . . maybe #157? Some very nice pics in 157.

[xcarguy]

Who knows, if you drill enough holes in a brick, just maybe . . . :leaving:

 

 

http://www471.pair.com/stalkerv/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=20708

[xcarguy]

#85 has been down for winter projects. Thought I'd share a couple of before/after photos betweeen July of 2012 and now. Most noticeable changes are wheels/tires, fenders and Brooklands. What isn't readily noticeable is the complete rewiring of the car (thanks for the challenge, Mike :ack:. Yes, I'm poking fun at you).

[xcarguy]

April 13, 2013 at MSR Cresson