Projects
NASA AIX/SU Mustang
The journey of this 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca is a prime example of methodical, top-tier racecar development, transforming a capable street car into a dedicated NASA American Iron Xtreme competitor nicknamed "Shredder." Starting with essential safety a fully TIG-welded Enhanced NASA-Spec roll cage complete with anti-intrusion bars the build quickly escalated into a comprehensive performance overhaul. Significant upgrades included a high-power Roush-blown Coyote engine making 740 whp, a sophisticated Fuel Safe cell with surge tank for consistent fuel delivery, superior stopping power via AP/Essex racing brakes, and a Cortex Racing suspension package featuring a cambered rear axle and full SLA front conversion for maximum traction. The most visually striking changes came from a deep dive into aero development with Next Rev Motorsports, resulting in a custom side-exit exhaust, a fully realized flat bottom, and aggressive, DTM-style overfenders to widen the stance, showcasing a relentless pursuit of speed right up until its unfortunate, but highly educational, final track session.
Nick Plocienik's Camaro ZL1 LE
For anyone serious about running a 6th-generation Chevrolet Camaro on the road course, you know the ZL1 1LE is a phenomenal starting point, but transforming it into a true, competitive race car for classes like NASA American Iron Xtreme requires a deeply engineered approach. After putting a handful of these fast, heavy chassis through rigorous track-build programs, we’ve developed a rock-solid formula that turns this street machine into a full-blown weapon. From the mandatory fully TIG-welded safety cage and the uncompromising security of Racetech seats to the track-dominating feel of Tractive electronic dampers and the absolute stopping power of an Essex AP Racing brake setup, every component has been chosen, tested, and proven. Dive into our complete guide to see what works and more importantly, why as we break down the critical upgrades for chassis, safety, suspension, cooling, aero, and weight reduction that let the Gen 6 Camaro punch way above
Volkswagen MK2 VR6 "Waskly"
This ’92 Mk2 Golf isn’t your average swap project it’s getting the full PMF treatment. The heart of the car is a 2004 R32 3.2L VR6 built for four-digit horsepower, paired with a 4 Motion Haldex 4-Motion driveline and a custom-fabricated rear cradle to make AWD happen the right way, not the easy way. From there, every part of the chassis has been re-engineered: new rear strut towers built around custom coilovers, a fully TIG-welded SCCA-spec cage tied directly into the suspension, and fabrication throughout the car designed with purpose, not shortcuts.
Nothing on this build was left “good enough.” Every tube, panel, bracket, weld, and structural decision follows the same rule: if it’s on the car, it has a reason to be there and it should look like it belongs there. That level of intention is what makes this a PMF build. Even the parts most people will never see are built like they matter. Because they do.
"Gramps" 1950's Ford F1 Restomod
This project, lovingly dubbed “Gramps,” began as little more than a forgotten, rusty cab and doors, nearly lost when the initial shop dissolved a perfect, albeit challenging, canvas for a wild custom build. Resurrected by Patience Metal Fab, the truck was mated to a sophisticated, custom-modified Roadster Shop slammed C10 chassis and powered by a Ford Performance Coyote Crate Motor with a 4R70W transmission. Key performance and handling features include a Cortex Racing Watts Link paired with an S197 Mustang 8.8 rear end, Wilwood Aero 6/4 brakes, and custom Rotiform 3-Piece Wheels. The build is a masterclass in fabrication, featuring hand-formed pillar bottoms, intricate 1.75" DOM roll cage integration with the interior, custom equal-length "spaghetti" headers, a unique fuel filler integrated into the tailgate area, and a stunning Brazilian Cherry bed floor that lifts like a tonneau cover. After intensive wiring management, custom plumbing with ceramic-coated lines, and achieving "Best in Show" at its first modest appearance, "Gramps" proved its mettle by successfully completing the rigorous Crown Rally South, logging over 4000 miles right after its initial shakedown.
C6 Z06 Corvette SFI 25.5 Cage
Buying a fully built racecar can seem like a shortcut to the track, but as the new owner of this powerful 2006 C6 Z06 Corvette learned, sometimes "reputable" doesn't mean "reliable." Purchased with a fully built Dart block 427, Procharger F-1x, and capable of nearly 2000 hp, the car was a beast yet it failed its NHRA certification due to a dangerously compromised SFI 25.5 cage. A quick inspection revealed over 21 unwelded joints, some with less than 50% weld coverage, leaving no option but to cut out the entire faulty structure and start fresh. This blog details the complete overhaul, from diagnosing the dangerous flaws in the initial build to the meticulous process of designing and installing a new, properly fastened cage to get this Z06 safely back to the 7.50-second quarter-mile passes it was built for.
