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All I have to say is AWESOME RIDE!!!! The car is soo solid. I cant believe it. I even drove it on the lane dimples and there were NO rattles or squeaks. The car doesnt "wobble" or "shimmy" when I let the clutch out. It doesnt twist or squeak or rattle when I pull into the alley or drive way.
The only booger is getting the block nuts to thread and sit still. I figured that out on the first rail and the second was easier.
On the second one I did run into a snag, where the passenger side inside rear flange was a little too tall and it hit the floor causing the hole for the LCA not to line up by just enough to make it a 2 person snag. This could be my floors fault not the part. My neighbor just happened down the alley on his Harley at the right time and I nicely waved him in with my Miller lite bottle, hehehe Never fails!!! All I needed was one more arm/hand. I muscled it up and he shoved it in (No Comments Please). All a breeze from there!!
I am always leery buying stuff over the net but these arrived when promised, packed incredibly well IMO, powder coat was perfect including the color match, and the fit/install went extremely well. Don Goetz has done his homework on these and I HIGHLY recommend them. Can I buy stock when you go public?? hehe
-------------------- 2002 35th Anniv LE SS vert 6spd, ASR, 12 disc, Hurst, GM 35th portfolio, K&N, Mobil 1 cap, decal and synthetic oil, Pwr Antenna, Eradispeeds, Red BMR STB, Don Goetz Fabrications SFC's, Pro 5.0.
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I just spent some time driving it and the ride seems to be smoother as well. You cant go wrong, I know I didnt
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Scott your satifaction with the SFC's is very good to hear. Do you feel like you accomplished something today? Thanks to you I think there's only one red set left out of this run. Now go clean the underside of your car(LOL).
I try to listen instead of talk most of the time and I surely listened to the convertible owners. I seriously doubt anyone would hire me to design these things, so I did it myself and I can assure you there are more things coming.
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I am very satisfied. I hope I didnt go overboard. I posted where ever you had to let folks know about them. I dont understand why the link wont let you enlarge the photos to see them better. They kinda stink small like that. Any ideas?
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They enlarged fine for me... Nice work. Too bad I've already got the weld-in BMRs...
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Just put mine on the LE today. Thanks for the help Ralph! They were pretty easy to install and they're designed and fabricated first rate. Good job Don. BTW, it's raining here in the NE. So we didn't take it for a spin. Maybe Monday or Tuesday, we'll see.
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I have several sets in Bright Rally Red boxed and ready to ship and will get the Black ones back next week. Don
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If anybody is looking for sub-frame connectors, I highly recommend these. I love mine. The fit and finish are awesome. They greatly improved the ride and handling of the car.
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-------------------- 2001 SS Convertible #1471 Light Pewter Metallic Ebony Leather Black Top M6
Mods: K&N FIPK Corsa Exhaust with Premium Tips DGoetz Fabrication Sub-frame Connectors BMR STB Posts: 3 | From: San Diego | Registered: Jan 2003
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quote:Originally posted by SS Express: If anybody is looking for sub-frame connectors, I highly recommend these. I love mine. The fit and finish are awesome. They greatly improved the ride and handling of the car.
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Dons SFC's are great. Constantly asked about them. I just put on a set of Goodyear F1 GS-D3's and the handling is superb in wet and dry. When the tires were installed was it OK to have the entire weight of the vehicle on the D.GOETZ SFC's only?
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quote:Originally posted by Ron2000SS: Dons SFC's are great. Constantly asked about them. I just put on a set of Goodyear F1 GS-D3's and the handling is superb in wet and dry. When the tires were installed was it OK to have the entire weight of the vehicle on the D.GOETZ SFC's only?
Thank ya Doctor!
Well did any one mention how easy they are to install and that they come in Bright Rally Red and Black?
If your going to Bowling Green you can pick a set up there and save the shipping cost. If your real nice I'll even install them for you. Then you can get in the picture we'll be taking on the 20th at Noon.
-------------------- SLP OEM air-lid (painted) with Donaldson filter and CAI, GMMG Chambered exhaust,GMS 200 MPH white gauges,3.73 Rear Axle, SS grille with silver logo, 5-Spoke ZR-1 Chrome Plated Wheels, SS Front Floor Mats, Commemorative Portfolio, Custom FRC's, D Goetz signature series SFC's and STB, Gentex Mirror, Power antenna,T/A shifter handle,clear corners, 160 Therm., HPP3 and Silver SS emblems with 345 hp decals painted calipers with Camaro decal car # 10252 41U Onyx Black -1 of 174 A4 verts
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Don, all I can say is a big thank you for the parking lot installation in BG. I left BG with a bit more weight on the SS but I also left with a car that doesn't shake, rattle and twist anymore!
-------------------- 2002 LE convertible with all GM options LE #3079, SLP Build #C410
All SLP options except Auburn & G-Force D. Goetz Fabrications STB and bolt-on SFCs, SLP LT headers and cats, Gentex mirror, power antenna with control switch, engine plaque, Mobile 1 applique and oil filler cap Posts: 137 | From: Fergus, Ontario, Canada | Registered: Feb 2003
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I hope you had as much fun selling your product as we had watching you sell them. You really have something there and remember, we want stock when you go public. When you get your web page up and running let us know and we will send everyone there. Thanks for a great time in BG and plan on coming to Texas sometime so we can get you out to Ennis.
quote:Originally posted by DGOETZ: Thanks Bob. I had a nightmare that everyone in Bowling Green wanted a set with installation before I could leave.
If everyone seen what they would do for thier car, you would have!
-------------------- SLP OEM air-lid (painted) with Donaldson filter and CAI, GMMG Chambered exhaust,GMS 200 MPH white gauges,3.73 Rear Axle, SS grille with silver logo, 5-Spoke ZR-1 Chrome Plated Wheels, SS Front Floor Mats, Commemorative Portfolio, Custom FRC's, D Goetz signature series SFC's and STB, Gentex Mirror, Power antenna,T/A shifter handle,clear corners, 160 Therm., HPP3 and Silver SS emblems with 345 hp decals painted calipers with Camaro decal car # 10252 41U Onyx Black -1 of 174 A4 verts
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I feel compelled to add my voice to the chorus of folks that are pleased with Don's SFC's. Had them installed while at Bowling Green and they made a significant improvement in ride quality. So much so that my wife even commented on the difference! I couldn't be more pleased with these and am amazed that Don took the time to install them personally. If you haven't yet added this mod to your list of things to get you should definitely do so. Thanks Don!
-------------------- Dean Olson 2002 Sunset Orange Metallic Convertible, White top, Chrome ZR1, Hurst M6, 345 HP dual dual, Ebony Leather. SLP strut tower brace, Don Goetz SFC's, Pwr Antenna, Skip Shift Eliminator, Filter Mag oil filter attachment, SSOA member M02-8423 Posts: 11 | From: Royal Palm Beach, FL | Registered: Jan 2003
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quote:Originally posted by 35TH ED/ed: NOW WAIT A SINGLE MINUTE...........
They are not for Verts only .
Thanks Ed He's correct the coupe was the first version I offered Now would you like me to come install yours as well?
Going Pubilc I think I'll have to get a divorce before that can happen. My wife thought I washed my car all weekend. She really has no understanding why it was so important for me to go to Bowling Green.
I feel like I made true friends while transforming their cars.
-------------------- 2002 Camaro SS Hardtop, NBM, 345 HP Dual-Dual, 6-speed w/Hurst, Ebony Leather, 1SD, Traction Control Mods: DGOETZ Fabrications - SFC's, STB and Tunnel Brace SLP - CAGS & Y-Pipe Hotchkis LCA, Dynamat Extreme, Chevrolet 35th LE front and rear lettering Posts: 298 | From: Mason, OH | Registered: Feb 2003
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quote:Originally posted by kdolson212: I feel compelled to add my voice to the chorus of folks that are pleased with Don's SFC's. Had them installed while at Bowling Green and they made a significant improvement in ride quality. So much so that my wife even commented on the difference! I couldn't be more pleased with these and am amazed that Don took the time to install them personally. If you haven't yet added this mod to your list of things to get you should definitely do so. Thanks Don!
When the passenger notices a difference there truely is an improvement.
This may come as a shock to everyone but I have never ridden in a 4th Gen Vert before or after installing my SFC's. So you won't mind if I take your word for it.
I am pleased that all of you have placed your confidence in me and the products I make. Thanks Don
-------------------- 2002 Camaro SS Hardtop, NBM, 345 HP Dual-Dual, 6-speed w/Hurst, Ebony Leather, 1SD, Traction Control Mods: DGOETZ Fabrications - SFC's, STB and Tunnel Brace SLP - CAGS & Y-Pipe Hotchkis LCA, Dynamat Extreme, Chevrolet 35th LE front and rear lettering Posts: 298 | From: Mason, OH | Registered: Feb 2003
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quote:Originally posted by DGOETZ: This may come as a shock to everyone but I have never ridden in a 4th Gen Vert before or after installing my SFC's. So you won't mind if I take your word for it.
I am pleased that all of you have placed your confidence in me and the products I make. Thanks Don
But I got to drive a six-speed hardtop SS!
Thanks for the SFCs, Don. They're great! Posts: 44 | From: The Lone Star State | Registered: Dec 2002
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quote:Originally posted by DGOETZ: I feel like I made true friends while transforming their cars.
You did!
You did! I don't know how I can only have met you all just this past weekend and am missing seeing all of you now! I'm ready to go again! Posts: 13 | From: Southgate,MI | Registered: Sep 2003
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quote:Originally posted by Mrs.blkragss: I don't know how I can only have met you all just this past weekend and am missing seeing all of you now! I'm ready to go again!
Isn't that weird?? I'm feeling the same way -- it's like "instant" friends! I don't want to wait a whole year to see you guys again... Posts: 3236 | From: Dallas, Texas | Registered: Nov 2002
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quote:Originally posted by Mrs.blkragss: I don't know how I can only have met you all just this past weekend and am missing seeing all of you now! I'm ready to go again!
Isn't that weird?? I'm feeling the same way -- it's like "instant" friends! I don't want to wait a whole year to see you guys again...
Let's do it again next weekend! I'm envious of those going to SLP day. If it doesn't rain tomorrow, we are going to a car show but I can't say I'm really looking forward to it. It doesn't come close to the fbod group who was so much fun! I hope we'll get to see you & Mr. Cy at some shows in Michigan. Posts: 13 | From: Southgate,MI | Registered: Sep 2003
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quote:Originally posted by 35TH ED/ed: NOW WAIT A SINGLE MINUTE...........
They are not for Verts only .
Thanks Ed He's correct the coupe was the first version I offered Now would you like me to come install yours as well?
Going Pubilc I think I'll have to get a divorce before that can happen. My wife thought I washed my car all weekend. She really has no understanding why it was so important for me to go to Bowling Green.
I feel like I made true friends while transforming their cars.
DGoetz, just show your wife a few of these postings. Once she realizes you have a fun club, she might start to get the picture. Posts: 13 | From: Southgate,MI | Registered: Sep 2003
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quote:Originally posted by DGOETZ: This may come as a shock to everyone but I have never ridden in a 4th Gen Vert before or after installing my SFC's. So you won't mind if I take your word for it.
I am pleased that all of you have placed your confidence in me and the products I make. Thanks Don
But I got to drive a six-speed hardtop SS!
Thanks for the SFCs, Don. They're great!
Yes "The Unit" is very very rarely driven by anyone but me. Did you get it side ways?
-------------------- 2002 Camaro SS Hardtop, NBM, 345 HP Dual-Dual, 6-speed w/Hurst, Ebony Leather, 1SD, Traction Control Mods: DGOETZ Fabrications - SFC's, STB and Tunnel Brace SLP - CAGS & Y-Pipe Hotchkis LCA, Dynamat Extreme, Chevrolet 35th LE front and rear lettering Posts: 298 | From: Mason, OH | Registered: Feb 2003
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quote:Originally posted by Mrs.blkragss: I hope we'll get to see you & Mr. Cy at some shows in Michigan.
That would be a HOOT!! I've never been to Michigan....and I LOVE snow!!
quote:Originally posted by Mrs.blkragss: you have a fun club
Not only does he have a fun club, he has a FAN club, too!! Maybe we can be part of the "entourage" next time we all get together!! Posts: 3236 | From: Dallas, Texas | Registered: Nov 2002
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Well I'm already up for the next event sadly I feel that I may actually have a real job. I been offered a position at a Local Chevy Dealer. That should get me closer to my first Y-Body
I have to take a car related job until DGF hits it big. Oh by the way fabrication of another run will begin tomorrow.
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They were pretty easy to install and they're designed and fabricated first rate. Good job Don. BTW, it's raining here in the NE. So we didn't take it for a spin. Maybe Monday or Tuesday, we'll see.
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