SolidWorks Roadster
09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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The SolidWorks Roadster Unveiled |
Team leaders from left to right: Scott Harris - Customization Jim Wilkinson - Suspension Mark Gibson - Wiring and Dash Steve McGilvrey - Engine Jeremy Luchini - Head of build John McEleney - CEO, SolidWorks Corporation Adam Venti - Drivetrain...
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09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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Paint and Body shop photos... |
Here's some cool pics from Richard's shop....he took delivery of our roadster just two days before Christmas and pulled off a miracle to get us the final product just 3-1/2 weeks later. You can also see pictures of some of...
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09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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SWRoadster Unveiling set for Superbowl Sunday... |
Its painted......its running..... ....and its on the way to New Orleans. SolidWorks World 2007 SWRoadster unveiling will be at 3pm in the Partner Pavilion. See you there.... I'll post all the great bodyshop and paintbooth pictures after the conference....the car...
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09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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Events force actions.... |
Johnny Mac's favorite saying...."events force actions"....sums up the final days of our fabrication. Enjoy the pics...
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09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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Payday!!! |
Here it is...the SolidWorks Roadster....built afterhours and weekends by SolidWorks employees in only 4 months! The car is now at Advanced Speed getting the body and paint work completed in time for its unveiling at SolidWorks World 2007 in New...
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09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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Cobra with her fangs out...well blow me down |
We had to pull the engine back out on Saturday for a slight clutch modification. After putting the engine back in and with the SolidWorks Holiday party looming ever so closer, we decided to do the final bit of tuning...
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09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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Moving under it's own power |
Last night Jeremy took the first drive in the Roadster. All the way to the end of the driveway and back.....several times. :-) Steve McGilvrey
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09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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COBRA GETS ITS VENOM!!!! |
Check out this video of MR. ENGINE...Steve McGilvrey, getting the blood pumping correctly in the roadster.....What a night.
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09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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Engine is running in the Roadster |
Just a quick bit to say the engine is now connected to all the appropriate connections, electrical, cooling system, and fuel system. We fired her up in the car last night for the first time. We have video which will...
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09/05/2008 07:24 PM
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BIG DAY FOR DRIVETRAIN... |
The engine is in the car......Yes!!!! Big thanks to team leader Adam Venti for setting the pace....It was a big thrill to get the engine and tranny dropped in today. Also thanks to all those who gave up their entire...
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