06-05-2013, 04:54 AM
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02-27-2014, 08:46 PM
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Update
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It's been several months now since the tail was installed. Other than having to re-tape, it's doing great and holding up well.
I've had some people question me about the strength of the boat tail since it is only made from thin foam and 1/2" emt. Not to mention being attached with only small bolts and tape.
So, I give them a little demonstration.
I thought some here might like to see it.
It really is surprisingly strong... 
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02-27-2014, 09:15 PM
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Thanks for the update!
I have given that same demonstration to people curious about the Metro & Insight tails.
Any additional plans (mods) for the car?
Now that you've driven with it for this long, I wonder if you're wishing for side "port holes" on the tail. Or have you just adapted?
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02-27-2014, 09:49 PM
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Any additional plans (mods) for the car?
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There's a few things I'd like to do. Belly pan, wheel skirts maybe a nose job.
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Now that you've driven with it for this long, I wonder if you're wishing for side "port holes" on the tail. Or have you just adapted?
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Yes and no.
Not having a outside passenger mirror does make it a little tougher when changing lanes and backing up on that side. I do however plan on purchasing cameras for both side mirrors and also a backup camera for rear view. I looked into it a while back and should be able build a system for about a $150 or less.
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02-28-2014, 01:39 PM
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Nice demo, tail looks solid; also like the Shelby Daytona coupe look to it.
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02-28-2014, 02:03 PM
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Nice demo, tail looks solid; also like the Shelby Daytona coupe look to it.
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02-28-2014, 02:39 PM
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I could just imagine how many heads turn when they drive by you and give you the "Wtf look"  |
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02-28-2014, 03:01 PM
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The shelby vid would have been better if some redneck came along and shook it lol. Sorry but your 9 second long metro shake down vid had me chuckling, amused and re-watching.
Thanks for the vid and update. Shake shake shake! Shake shake shake! Shake your (metro) booooty!
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03-01-2014, 03:59 PM
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In honor of a clean boat tail...
Redneck, did that camo hide it well?
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03-01-2014, 05:08 PM
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LOL...
I like it... 
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