Project Economy Slowdown

[Ackattack]

The slowdown in the economy hasn't affected my build directly. If anything it has indirectly put pressure on me to speed up my build.....

Basically, we're looking to move to TX or KS (or that area) and have enough equity in our house to buy a house there cash; but since the housing market has slowed down, that has pushed our timeline out a while, so finishing the basement isn't as high of a priority.

Then, I also talked my wife into opening up the floodgates to get the truck done by next May so we can go on hotrod power tour; but now we just found out she's pregnant and will be due in March, so I pretty much know I have to get done by then.

Also because of the kiddy on the way I bought a jetta TDI (1st tank of diesel was 47.4mpg) and will be selling the corvette (no back seat) so the extra left over from the sell of the vette will be applied to the project truck.

[Fastfun]

I did not put as much HP as I wanted but I am going fuel injected with a 4L80 transmission so I am hope I can get at least 20 mpg

[Chevyman680063]

Originally Posted by jayharrell

I just talked to a guy here in austin, Fred in Lago Vista, that is in the midts of putting and electric motor in a 67. I pointed him to the board, it will make for some good conversation for sure. He mentioned getting a manual trany and leaving it in 2nd unless he needs to go in reverse. Said he was going to paint it green too.

But, the 'slowdow' hasn't affected my build as much as gas prices and two growing toddlers. Its an up hill battle. LOL

I just found this article about a 700hp electric car, and it even has a sound module that will make it sound like a V12 if you don't want to drive in complete silence.

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/artic...newcarresearch

Ok, I'll get back on topic now, just thought I would share that with you.

[big_al_71]

The economy does not have an effect on my truck, I am fortunate that I drive a company demo (Toyota) and I get a new truck or car every 5k miles and I dont pay for gas. Thank God...the One that does take an effect is time to be able to continue to change, built and install....

[Gray Ghost]

Originally Posted by Fastfun

I did not put as much HP as I wanted but I am going fuel injected with a 4L80 transmission so I am hope I can get at least 20 mpg

Which EFI system are you getting?

[heavy71chevy]

Mine has been at a standstill for about two and a half months....Ive had to stop splurging cause of the gas lately but I was still working on the 327 till I left carolina...I didnt have a way to get it down here right now so its still up in south carolina along with the engine and parts..I plan to light the ground on fire with working on it when I get it home tho....Its a sickness..ill never stop lol

[chevguy7]

It hasn't slowed my build down more. I have just been too busy with work, random things coming up on my car, the girlfriend, and working pit crew for my friend's dad on his 1991 BMW 325is.

[cruiserman]

Yep. My truck doesn't get driven anymore. Maybe once a month if that. Thinking about selling it.

[nightmare]

Yep, the economy has hit us pretty hard. I was transferred from Houston to the DFW area not too long ago. While there was a "cost of living" increase for me, my wife still hasn't found a job teaching yet. None of the school districts where we live are hiring, and she's looking at getting an office job, at a pay cut if anything else. We are having to get rid of her Jeep to at least save on some bills.

What I thought I was going to do with my project has been pretty much put on hold. Of course it's taking another turn again because of the economy, but still, with parts prices rising, and fuel costs rising too, it appears that there is almost no end in sight.

Anyone need to buy any blood?

[FRENCHBLUE72]

Not slowing me down yet!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And I hope it dont..

[longhorn70gmc]

I have been restoring my Longhorn for over 8 years. I absolutely refuse to give it up or stop. Have thought about what I could do to ensure it fits into the ever changing world of gasoline vehicles, but haven't figured that one out yet. Yes, I have only driven my Longhorn 4 miles since I have owned it and towed it over 600 miles, but it really means allot to me. Parts are available and I love driving to go get them. My truck technically belongs to just about everyone here on the board because it has so much stuff from the fellow board members from over the years. I will never give up on here while I am able to turn a wrench. Cool Thread!!!!! I will still drive this thing even at 7 miles to the gallon.

[glock35ipsc]

Nope, the only thing that has slowed me down is time. My personal economy is doing great, but I can't keep a leash on my time! I guess if I quit going camping so much I might have more time!