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I wanted to let everyone know of my experiences with Kirk at NESHO.

I started my Gen III Manual transmission project about 2 years ago. After tying multiple venders asking for help with parts and getting no where, I contacted Kirk. I explained to him what I needed and he got to work. Many of days and nights we were talking on the phone over dial caliper measurements for critical parts. Now if you haven’t tried to explain to some one what you needed to make a one off custom part with out a drawn out plan its something else... But he was able to get the info down and the parts made. When they arrived worked and installed Perfectly!!!

When you are the first person to do anything it is very expensive, when people say "With time and money anything is possible" that rang true with this project. A bunch of time critical events took place that set in motion other parts of the project and Kirk was able to come through. He was able to deliver parts on one of his many treks across the country!
The project was also on a budget, and this was another thing Kirk was able to help out with, the parts were exceptional and the prices were very reasonable.

The car started up and drove for the first time on of all days September 11th 2006. The car could have been completed on that date but due to a nagging internal transmission problem (did not have 2nd and 4th gear) delayed 100% completion till about 1 week before this years convention! During that time Kirk and the gang at NESHO, researched the issue and we were able to figure out what was going on. The final completion date was 7/7/07!!! (lucky 7’s) ;) I don’t understand all these crazy dates but i'll tell you this much, I did not start or touch the car on 7/13 Friday the 13th lol!! :rofl:

Anyway, thanks goes out to Kirk and NESHO for helping me create the 1st V8 Manual transmission SHO in the country!!!
 

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I'm glad that things turned out well. That's what makes it worth the time and effort.
 

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the mtx should lower the 1/4 mile et alot on that car, please post a thread with performance data as soon as you can please.
 

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Kirk and the gang figured out what was wrong with the transmission? I could have sworn that was Mike and I... I confuse myself for Kirk sometimes too. It happens. But who does that make Dunwoody? Maybe he's Chris Archer.
 

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Very cool project and congrats on getting it going.

And what was the solution to the final problem with the tranny?

Oh, and...

:ttiwwp:

:biggrin:
 

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I wanted to let everyone know of my experiences with Kirk at NESHO.

I started my Gen III Manual transmission project about 2 years ago. After tying multiple venders asking for help with parts and getting no where, I contacted Kirk. I explained to him what I needed and he got to work. Many of days and nights we were talking on the phone over dial caliper measurements for critical parts. Now if you haven’t tried to explain to some one what you needed to make a one off custom part with out a drawn out plan its something else... But he was able to get the info down and the parts made. When they arrived worked and installed Perfectly!!!

When you are the first person to do anything it is very expensive, when people say "With time and money anything is possible" that rang true with this project. A bunch of time critical events took place that set in motion other parts of the project and Kirk was able to come through. He was able to deliver parts on one of his many treks across the country!
The project was also on a budget, and this was another thing Kirk was able to help out with, the parts were exceptional and the prices were very reasonable.

The car started up and drove for the first time on of all days September 11th 2006. The car could have been completed on that date but due to a nagging internal transmission problem (did not have 2nd and 4th gear) delayed 100% completion till about 1 week before this years convention! During that time Kirk and the gang at NESHO, researched the issue and we were able to figure out what was going on. The final completion date was 7/7/07!!! (lucky 7’s) ;) I don’t understand all these crazy dates but i'll tell you this much, I did not start or touch the car on 7/13 Friday the 13th lol!! :rofl:

Anyway, thanks goes out to Kirk and NESHO for helping me create the 1st V8 Manual transmission SHO in the country!!!


Ryan: it was nice meeting you at the convention and seeing your project. I hope to have vids up eventually of the days races at the speedway for your viewing pleasure.
 

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Kurt and Mike it was also great meeting you guys!

The problem with the 1st tanny to this date is still unknown...:nut:

Credit where credit is due, Mike Kopstain and Mike Dunwoody helped me out at Mike D's Audi Dealership tearing apart the transmission, where we all decided to "try another trans" :rofl: I meant to word it that Kirk was giving phone support during that time also trying to resolve the problem. As I said above we still dont know what was wrong with that dang thing! :bonk:

A big thanks too every one else who has helped me out during this project!!!

Bryce Kurtz, Matt Duke, Beth McCormack, Tony Fullone, Adam & Michelle, and the rest of the guys at NESHO Chris, Bob and Randy and Paul.

Especially I would like to thank my wife for her patience and extra $$$ approvals hehehe :rofl:


I will post some pictures up this week.
 

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Credit where credit is due, Mike Kopstain and Mike Dunwoody helped me out at Mike D's Audi Dealership tearing apart the transmission, where we all decided to "try another trans" I meant to word it that Kirk was giving phone support during that time also trying to resolve the problem. As I said above we still dont know what was wrong with that dang thing!
Don't make me feel bad now... I just wanted to make sure I wasn't so rough around the edges as to be confused with Kirk. I don't want to have to go back to finishing school again... :nut:
 

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Don't make me feel bad now... I just wanted to make sure I wasn't so rough around the edges as to be confused with Kirk. I don't want to have to go back to finishing school again... :nut:

You went to finishing school? Wow, who woulda thunk it.... :rofl: :type:
 

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It was a very nice day today and I was finally able to take some pictures of the V8.

V8MTX1.jpg


V8MTX2.jpg


V8MTX3.jpg


V8MTX4.jpg


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So...you getting a SHO again mikey?

Ryan, where can I procure one of those BBTS.com banners? I couldn't find any information about them on the site.
 

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Argh... I need a shop, and tools, and a lift...

Good job guys! Sweet Medium Graphite :thumb:
 

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