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BV MotorSports
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FEB 10, 04:00 PM
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Edit to add 2/21***
We have 2 of each suspension types on the list and the owners information was provided to BC for consideration. Please dont harass me or get pissy about who was submitted. It's out of my control as to whom BC chooses. Those that stepped forward and offered to help with the project before there was any mention of 'free stuff" were given priority. That's as fair as I can do it. It was the right thing to do.
Got a reply from BC Racing. For those that are interested in using their vehicle for R&D, I think you're gonna be quite happy if BC chooses you. Remember, we are looking for a completely stock (down to the rims) 84-88 Fiero. BC is located in Orlando, Florida.
Vincent,
Thank you for contacting us.
Looking at our current R&D workload, we would not be able to give the Fiero any consideration until mid April at this time.
Typically the way this works for a new chassis is as follows:
The vehicle has to be in our care for at least two weeks in order to be able to ship off a complete OEM front and rear to overseas for R&D and prototyping.
If the customer is in urgent need of the vehicle being returned, we can reinstall the suspension and return the vehicle until the prototype kit is received.
We will then schedule an installation to include road testing with a time frame of about 1 week. We would sponsor the cost of the kit and set the vehicle up to the customers preference so when he/she arrives once testing is complete, they are ready to drive off.
The vehicle would kept inside of our facility in our mechanics bay under 24 hour surveillance. The only people allowed the drive the vehicle is myself as I am the tech lead as well as our GM. All work performed will be done by one individual.
Regards,
Sam [This message has been edited by BV MotorSports (edited 02-22-2020).]
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StreetRod4
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FEB 10, 07:00 PM
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I'd be all over this if I lived down that way. Good luck 👍
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cvxjet
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FEB 10, 07:31 PM
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You may want to contact Central Florida Fieros club....They are based in Orlando. They have a website with Forum.....
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86FieroCentPa
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FEB 10, 08:36 PM
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I can't offer a car, but I would 100% be down for a set for an 88. I'll be following this post.
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Easy8
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FEB 11, 07:07 AM
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Dspoeth
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FEB 11, 01:07 PM
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BV MotorSports
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FEB 20, 03:38 PM
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Got a reply from BC Racing. For those that are interested in using their vehicle for R&D, I think you're gonna be quite happy if BC chooses your vehicle!
Vincent,
Thank you for contacting us.
Looking at our current R&D workload, we would not be able to give the Fiero any consideration until mid April at this time.
Typically the way this works for a new chassis is as follows:
The vehicle has to be in our care for at least two weeks in order to be able to ship off a complete OEM front and rear to overseas for R&D and prototyping.
If the customer is in urgent need of the vehicle being returned, we can reinstall the suspension and return the vehicle until the prototype kit is received.
We will then schedule an installation to include road testing with a time frame of about 1 week. We would sponsor the cost of the kit and set the vehicle up to the customers preference so when he/she arrives once testing is complete, they are ready to drive off.
The vehicle would kept inside of our facility in our mechanics bay under 24 hour surveillance. The only people allowed the drive the vehicle is myself as I am the tech lead as well as our GM. All work performed will be done by one individual.
Regards,
Sam
So yes, the Fieros selected to be used for R&D will get the new BC Racing coilovers for free![This message has been edited by BV MotorSports (edited 02-20-2020).]
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Vicophine
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FEB 21, 09:21 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by BV MotorSports:
Got a reply from BC Racing. For those that are interested in using their vehicle for R&D, I think you're gonna be quite happy if BC chooses your vehicle!
Vincent,
Thank you for contacting us.
Looking at our current R&D workload, we would not be able to give the Fiero any consideration until mid April at this time.
Typically the way this works for a new chassis is as follows:
The vehicle has to be in our care for at least two weeks in order to be able to ship off a complete OEM front and rear to overseas for R&D and prototyping.
If the customer is in urgent need of the vehicle being returned, we can reinstall the suspension and return the vehicle until the prototype kit is received.
We will then schedule an installation to include road testing with a time frame of about 1 week. We would sponsor the cost of the kit and set the vehicle up to the customers preference so when he/she arrives once testing is complete, they are ready to drive off.
The vehicle would kept inside of our facility in our mechanics bay under 24 hour surveillance. The only people allowed the drive the vehicle is myself as I am the tech lead as well as our GM. All work performed will be done by one individual.
Regards,
Sam
So yes, the Fieros selected to be used for R&D will get the new BC Racing coilovers for free!
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I won't be able to help as I'm way up in 15 degree Michigan, but I really hope this gets going. My next project is to replace/rebuild my 88 base coupe front & rear suspension and options are extremely limited!
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86FieroCentPa
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MAR 27, 10:05 AM
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Bumping this.... I'd imagine COVID-19 might have slowed down BC's R&D efforts....
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pmbrunelle
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MAR 27, 07:02 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by 86FieroCentPa:
Bumping this.... I'd imagine COVID-19 might have slowed down BC's R&D efforts.... |
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Also whatever demand there may have been has likely evaporated.
In times of recession, people aren't inclined to spend money on frivolous expenses such as aftermarket coilover shocks... these are simply toys for adults with disposable money they want to burn. As I also work in the field of building toys for grown-ups, I'm all too aware of this.
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