MY WORLD THROUGH GLASS

iPhone Photography

2009-10-04T17:40:00.000-07:00

so... I have been exploring the world of photography through my iPhone with apps that let me edit and add effects... I have added a new section in my Flickr just for iPhone photos, but here are some pics.

Click for larger size:

This photo I used Blurred Photo to create a fake DOF

This one as well

This one I used color splash to isolate the red

2009-09-11T00:26:00.000-07:00

After studying, I headed over to The Shop. After I got there Mike Aldea stopped by to help with a transmission. He pulled up in one of the company cars...

This car was sick... it was quiet and fast, reminded me of a space ship. Not much to say about it, looks better than a Lotus, easier to get in and out of, and its fully electric. 109,000 and a 1-2 year waiting list.

I apoligize for the pictures, they were from my iPhone.

Just a couple more...

2009-09-07T22:29:00.000-07:00

Edited a couple more photos for Raeburn...

It has been awhile!

2009-09-07T00:52:00.000-07:00

MAN!! I haven't done this in awhile... I have been way to busy with school... just to update everyone... I manage the Blog and Gallery @ www.TheShopSanBruno.com so head over there... and also here are 2 pics from Raeburn's photoshoot, I'll post more later on... GOOD NIGHT!

Just for mee!

2009-07-21T23:02:00.001-07:00

Like the title stated... =)

anyways, just playing with my strobes

something happen to my pics?! will be up again soon, you can check out my facebook though =)

Hello!

2009-07-19T02:00:00.000-07:00

Just a quick entry about what has been happening this week...

Clinicals have been tiring for me, I have been napping when I get home and then I hit the books. Roni's car was recovered in Oakland, his motor and trans were gone as well as the interior. My dad is in town also, hopefully I can pick up my 24in iMac. Also Kirstie's BDay is coming up. I got her a CAL diploma frame... 160 bucks... WTF!!! anyways here is a pic for all to enjoy...

Goodbye Purple MONSTER

2009-07-09T20:49:00.000-07:00

Roni's car was stolen from Hayward a couple of days ago. Hopefully they find it, but as many know if its been a couple of days with no word from police, you know what happened to it... Sorry Roni =[

Happy 4th of July!

2009-07-04T16:44:00.000-07:00

Just uploaded some pics from Sacramento Raceway. Roni almost hit 14.7, Lawton hit 14.3, Matt blew his clutch... Enjoy the pics...

more at flickr.com/photos/c2photos

Birthday Presents!!!!

2009-06-25T21:09:00.000-07:00

OK... more like birthday PRESENT... Kirstie got me new shoes, I saw them online when I was watching Ken Blocks Gymkhana 2 ( go watch it ). Anyways, used my SB-800, a 50mm f1.8 and some foam board.

on another note, I'm beat... school is getting tiring, but clinicals will be starting in about a week. I got a little sick today, but stayed at school. I can't miss a day unless I want to do some major make up work. I threw up about 3 or 4 times and didn't really pay attention after class. I don't know if it was the energy drink I had or some food, but it F*&%ed me up. Well TTFN!

Class Video

2009-06-18T23:00:00.001-07:00

So we made an awesome class video for our presentation, I think we were the only group with a perfect grade on it... yea damn proud of that!!! anyways, I hope there is more to come.

On another note, I think I am experiencing my first burnout from school. It has only been 4 weeks into the school year, Nursing Fundamentals is absolutely draining. M-F 8-3 sometimes 4. So if you guys don't see me thats why, everyday I am at Barnes & Nobles, studying and reading. I don't have a job, still trying to appeal my unemployment, but so far no success. I don't have much anymore in terms of money, but I am getting by. This is only the beginning for me...

NCP @ Fiesta Filipina

2009-06-13T22:41:00.000-07:00

So for extra credit some classmates and I went to the Civic Center in SF. It wasn't as big as it used to be years before, but there was good food, good music and great company. We were doing some promoting for school, raffling off prizes, and just hanging out. It's wierd only 4.4% of nurses are male, today there were only 2 or 3 girls when we showed up, at about 12 it was just me, Joel, McKevin (McLovin), and Mr. Next Phaze - Rich...

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Jeff and Chris' S2K's

2009-06-07T23:11:00.000-07:00

took some quick pics, space was limited...

Keyboard cat and Roni...

2009-06-04T00:52:00.000-07:00

FREAKmont!!!

2009-05-31T01:23:00.000-07:00

The Shop was a vendor at the 10th Annual Freakmont meet at Lemans Karting in Fremont. I believe at the raffle Matt gave out 3 oil changes and 1 alignment. Nice day, free food, and PICTURES. The meet was of moderate size and Lemans was doing some cheap rates for racing. Matthel's show stopping FD was out doing its job, promoting The Shop, along with Matt's Z32, Maxima, and Jeff's S2K. An friend of mine was also a vendor, photoshootmycar.com, doing his thing. He brought out the New 370Z (this thing is awesome in person), R33 GTR and he Matrix... Enjoy

as always more pics on my Flikr

Click pics for Larger image

Aissa Isana

2009-05-28T22:32:00.001-07:00

Just wanted to share...

Busy Busy

2009-05-28T21:53:00.000-07:00

WOW... I am just so busy with school... I go to school in the morning and head straight home after... reading, HW, and studying is overwhelming. As this week is coming to an end, I can say that this next year will be life changing. I have skill labs coming, and clinicals in a month. My scrubs will be in next week as well as my stethescope. I am actually doing it, moving towards a career... It is exciting and discouraging at the same time.

So I am uploading a couple of pics right now from the drag day...again...

Memorial Day Drag Races

2009-05-26T02:01:00.000-07:00

I know I haven't updated in awhile. Nursing school is hectic, I really should be asleep right now, but I can't, M-F 8-3 (sometimes 4 or 5). Nothing much has been going on, I have been trying to keep up with my photography so here is my next entry here...

The Shop crew went over to Infineon for some drag racing. Matt, Lawton and Roni were running there cars. Jermz and Rob tagged along and Jeff, Jieun, and Lewis met us up. On the way to the track Roni got pulled over. CHP got him for lowered vehicle, modified exhaust and intake, unreadable front plate, and expired tags... J/K he only got the exhaust ticket, he was nice enough to let us go with warning for speeding. First runs were not so great, Lawton ran a 15.4, Roni stalled and ran a 18.7 ( video is available ), and Matt was stuck in the 12.1 range. Roni finally broke into the 14's, lawton is still a tenth or two faster, and Matt should be hitting low 11's...

ENJOY!!!

Roni and his all time worst launch and 1/4 mile time...

as always more photos are at www.flickr.com/photos/c2photos/

click for larger pic...

Getting pulled over...

Matt after he fell off the scooter

12 sec monster...

...

Support team!!!

He got so high he was dragging his bumper...

and Lawton in his "clean looking" EG

I have another video being uploaded as we speak...

Ciao!!

Cruise to Santa Cruz

2009-05-18T00:49:00.000-07:00

So the S2Ki guys and The Shop guys took a cruise down Highway 9 to Santa Cruz.... we ate chilled and came back up. Funny thing we saw was a seal pup that jumped into a couple's kayak. At first we thought it was a dog, but upon closer inspection it was a seal. Also, I got bored painted my wheels white and I have a new exhaust...

OMG PRINTS!!!!

2009-05-10T21:14:00.000-07:00

10 12x18 prints....it sucked backing every single one...

If you want to see them they will be available at The Shop on display,

1153 San Mateo Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066

David Choi and Wong Fu Productions

2009-05-08T18:02:00.001-07:00

I have been a big Wong Fu Productions fan since, they were at UCSD, they recently created a music video with youtube singer David Choi... great song and great video...

Baby Tiara Marie

2009-05-07T14:37:00.000-07:00

Toshi went into labor at about 0700 on May 6, 2009 and on May 7, 2009 at 0638 her daughter Tiara Marie was born...

I know there is a lot of mixed feelings about this, but I think in the end it all changes. Since she found out, Toshi has grown up a bit (not to say she still need to grow up some more). I do hope for the best for her and my new niece...

4 hrs and 45min

2009-05-06T16:17:00.000-07:00

I arrived home today at about 2:45 this afternoon averaged 28mpg (suxors) ... yea thats it

Nothingness..

Dangerous...

Boredem...

Bug Juices in Santa Nella, filling up before hitting 152

Piano and Cello Arrangement

2009-05-05T21:11:00.000-07:00

So...a friend of mine showed me this vid.. it is absolutely awesome...

Babies?!?

2009-05-05T11:27:00.001-07:00

So last night, I drove down to Anaheim to meet up with Will, Cindy, and baby Cody. I took 4 freaking freeways, I hate L.A. for that and my navi. Anyways they took me o there friends Korean restaurant. We had some bomb ass wings and beer.

On another note, Cody is a happy baby, a VERY happy baby. Will and Cindy, you guys are avery lucky. With that said, I got a call from my mother a few minutes ago, they are inducing labor on my sister, funny also cause its her 22nd birthday also...

I will have some pics up later today...

Ciao...

Happy Baby!

and Mackey

GOLF!!!

2009-05-04T00:45:00.001-07:00

So who loves it? I arrived in SoCal around noon time, when I arrived my Dad, lil' brother and sister and I went golfing... great way to forget about everything else... well for me it is...

My Dads Place

also..(call me a ricer) got a new sticker...

"F" for Filipino!!!

My Dad

My Sister

My Brother

Mexican Flu...I mean SWINE Flu o.0

2009-04-30T00:43:00.000-07:00

Felt like playing with strobes... just conveying a concern in the world today.

Tokina 12-24mm f/4 SB-800 fired from below

Got the mask at work and as most know, I work at the airport. This morning I got a mask from the ramp agents that work on the Mexicana flights. In the arrivals hall, one of the agents asked me, "no mask?". I said no, didn't want to wear it in front of passengers. The Mexicana agents were wearing gloves though. Around the carousels are anti-bacterial dispensers, I just kept using that. In the CDC office in the immigration hall, there were CDC agents and doctors watching passengers coming of the flights, they say that passengers are screened before getting on the flights, but tha won't do much. Also ANA agents at the check-in counters were all wearing masks.

At dinner we had a kind of sick discussion. A part of us want to see a full on pandemic of the Swine Flu, you know the stuff you see on TV. Marshall Law, curfews, airport shut downs, everything. I know it won't happen, this is just a really strong flu. People have been talking about how it is killing people, I only see that is has killed people that are not in good health or people that do not have access to adequate health car i.e. Mexico. Yes the Flu has claimed a life here in the U.S., but it was an infant (may they rest in peace) that did not have the strength to over come this flu. Many people die from the flu and a vaccine as we know it is being created now. Do we need to be worried about this pandemic, I don't think so. What do you think?

If any of my statements are false or what not please let me know, I will correct them or try to back them...

Stay safe everyone...

Tilt Shift Photography

2009-04-28T01:31:00.000-07:00

So.... I have been reading about tilt shift photography, and there are special lenses for it. It is used for architecture and to avoid distortion. It can make things look like they are miniature models... since I don't have a tilt shift lens nor the money for one, you can do it on PS... here is Lewis' S2K "replica" model...haha, a mini San Francisco, and a model Boeing 747

BBQ again at THE SHOP

2009-04-27T01:18:00.000-07:00

more photos at here

all photos shot with my new Tokina 12-24mm f/4 and D90

BBQ - So Kennedy was going to work on his car, but didn't we still had a BBQ regardless ( we love to BBQ for some reason).

Jeff's new dog TURBO!!!

A bet that Jeff can't drink 2 beers in 30sec.... $300 from Matt with 10-1 ODDS

Lewis' S2K - I did a little shoot of Lewis's Turbo S2K. Nikon D90, Tokina 12-24mm, SB-800 remotely fired...

Matt's Rear Brakes - Matt also did his rear brakes. Upgraded 2 piece rotor (13in), new caliper braket, HPS pads, Stock Caliper

As usual these are only some of the pics... more at http://Flikr.com/photos/C2Photos

New Edition!

2009-04-25T02:29:00.001-07:00

Tokina 12-24mm f/4 Ultra Wide Zoom =)

Around with SCU with Jaci

2009-04-23T00:24:00.000-07:00

So went down to Santa Clara and met up with Jaci and Mel. Jaci and I walked around campus and took some pictures.

Jaci's new camera

tried taking some pics of drips of water

Palm Tree

Bikes

Filipino Heritage Night @ AT&T Park

2009-04-22T02:05:00.000-07:00

So Kirstie and I went to AT&T Park for Filipino Heritage Giants game. Main reason for going Pacquiao was there. This was one of the most memorable games I have been to. The weather was phenomenal, game was awesome, there was a fight in the bleachers, and I got to bring my camera. Here are some pictures, rest can be seen at http://Flickr.com/photos/c2photos...

Click photos for a larger view

Me and Kirstie behind 3rd base

The PACMAN

His fight pose

Awesome play, though only the second runner was out

Fight in the bleachers

True Filipino...

Final Score

AT&T Park - Day

Ni
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I also attempted to stitch 2 photos together

I forgot about this video...Old man dancing and selling kettle corn, fucking awesome...

Watch on Facebook for better quality, I still don't know why facebook crops it on here...

Project RX7 - BBK

2009-04-21T00:36:00.000-07:00

Matthel calls me right before my final and asked me to take some pictures of his brakes. He said they were making noise, so decided to finally put on his Big Brakes. They are 4 Pot "Racing Brake" and larger diameter rotor...

All Pics were taken with a Nikon D90 17-35mm with SB-800 speedlight remotely fired

Orignal Passenger side

Side by side comparison of the new and old rotors

Original Mazda 4 POT and new Racing Brake

BBK Passenger Side

BBK Driver Side

Wheels on and it looks great

Perfect fit

Simon "working"

Random Photo 7

2009-04-20T14:34:00.000-07:00

I think this is photo 7... I took this when I drunk, took about 80 pics, I couldnt keep it level or centered.

Part Deux... Cluck U Video

2009-04-16T00:57:00.000-07:00

2009-04-15T01:09:00.000-07:00

So we went to Cluck U again (SmokeEaters). This time george attempted the challenge, and did it. He seemed to keep his composure the whole time. I have a video of it, but to tired to actually upload it, but here are some pictures...

Before

Next time I am going to attempt a whole gallon of beer

Jieun's feet..haha

Prepping George

All ready

The Dino DooDoo

after, not too bad

The winners!!!

and losers!!!

Finished in 5min...

GO FOR GOLD....

Random Photo 5 and 6

2009-04-14T14:37:00.000-07:00

Since I haven't been posting random photos, here are 2. I printed out Roni and Matt's cars and they came out pretty good. I also did mine and hung it on the wall next to my Qantas pictures. They are all set on black foam board.

Do I really have to put a title?

2009-04-14T01:37:00.000-07:00

Haha like the title? So again no random photo, instead I did some editing on three photos for printing. My car, Roni's and Matt's. I am going to give it to them, Roni for his birthday and Matt 'cause, we just 'cause. C&C is welcome. Also today, we had some class presentations, there was one group that was just getting ripped on by our teacher. Our group was a bit concerned and we decided to add to our video and also we are going to speak to the class afterwards.

Good news, the stitches came out of my mouth family and I am starting to get used to eating again. I begin working again Wednesday, but I don't know for how long. My class is about to end and then the nursing program begins in May. Enough with all this talking and on to some eye candy...

75-300mm f4.5 - one of my all time favorite shots

17-35mm f2.8 - the first rolling shots of this monster

75-300m f4.5 - ehh

2009-04-13T02:59:00.001-07:00

Project my classmates and I were working on...

Final Cut - The Effects of Alcohol from Christian Castro on Vimeo.

SYTFU SHOW not BBQ

2009-04-12T03:04:00.001-07:00

So went to the SYTFU SHOW not BBQ at the Alameda Naval Air Base, wasn't all it was cracked up to be, cars inside a hangar cars outside, and some booths. There is really not much to say about this event, it was large none the less. No random picture today since I took over 700 pics today, of that I picked 40. As I promised pics of Roni's car and a last minute photo op, conditions were not good, harsh sun. These pics are resized to 25% its original size due to the large files and upload time...

Rolling to Alameda Naval Air Base

First shot of Matt's LS1 FD rolling

Another V8 RX7

A better looking V8 RX7

So fu*king nasty

Matt's FD

Bernie's 911 Turbo

Roni's EK

Johnny Tran's S2k, I mean Lewis...

Paul's S2k

My monster

Ken's S2k

Angry Jeff's S II K

And Roni's Car with 15x8's +25 195 45 15's

This is my favorite pic of all 700

EDIT: I forgot about this photo

Random Photo 4

2009-04-11T01:48:00.000-07:00

And the random pic for today is more of a teaser for Roni's car...

and it look bad ass, you're going to have to wait until tomorrow to see it - shot with the love of my life - 17-35mm f2.8

By the way if you can't wait go the the SYTFU BBQ tomorrow in Alameda.

It's the skill of the photographer, not the camera

2009-04-10T02:57:00.000-07:00

So me and my new photography buddy were talking and the subject of photography came up. She showed me some pictures, half of them I liked were with a P&S. Though a camera can make a difference in clarity, it doesn't make up the difference in creativity. You can have an 8000 dollar Nikon D3X and you can make pictures look like sh!t. My point is as long as you have that creative eye, that composition of what you want, you can make a picture look amazing, a camera is a tool, you are the one that makes a picture.

She wanted me to find some pics before I got my D70 (my first DSLR)...

I didn't take this but its nice...

My Dad's old 997 911 Turbo

My old baby..=*(

I don't think it was Seattle's Best, but It was a nice place to have a drink

One of my favorite pictures

Sandy's dad at her garage sale

..light pole..?

Random Photo 3

2009-04-09T23:35:00.000-07:00

"No Smoking" - Still in the "Honey Moon phase" with my 17-35mm f2.8

...Also some pics... Kirstie's family visiting from New Jersey at dinner

This last picture didn't come out to well, plus you can see me and the flash in the mirror... I don't care it was for them, not me...

Random picture 2

2009-04-08T22:58:00.000-07:00

2nd random picture, desaturated and then history brush tool over the Amsoil label. Shot wtih the 17-35mm f2.8.

Kirstie's family was visiting from New Jersey, just thought I would post a picture.

Random picture

2009-04-08T02:02:00.001-07:00

My random picture. I think I may do this everyday, I don't like to set up a picture. I prefer to take a picture as it presents itself. Sometimes you may see me just carrying my camera around and this picture is the reason why. Shot with the 17-35mm

Also wanted to add this. I was messing with picture controls on my D90, it has a fisheye effect. At 17mm it was already pretty wide, but with this it made it look even wider. i know its not a replacement for an actual "fisheye" lens, but hey looks good to me...

and I'll add this for kicks ( to see the actual video in HD visit facebook.com, for some reason its cropped here)

My Glass

2009-04-07T00:13:00.000-07:00

My newly acquierd wide-angle zoom, Tamron 17-35mm f2.8-4 - shot with Nikkor 50mm 1.8

The "Sports Lens", Tamron 75-300mm f4-5.6 - also shot with the 50mm

My Nikon 18-105mm f3.5-5.6 VR, nice all around lens - shot with the 50mm

and last the wonderful Nikkor 50mm f1.8 - shot with my new 17-35mm

**all pictures taken with a Nikon D90

Hell Fire Challenge aka 911 Challenge

2009-04-01T00:47:00.000-07:00

So, we made a trip down to Santa Clara to Smoke Eaters aka Cluck U. This is the home of the "911 Challenge", or as it is known now as "The HellFire Challenge". We bet David that he couldn't do it, I believe in total 100 bucks and that is not including his "meal". If you win you get a t-shirt, picture taken, and food paid for. This is rediculous, you cannot drink, use a napkin, you must finish 12 wings in 10min, lick your fingers after, then wait for 5min, on top of that yo must sign a waiver to do this. Take a guess what happened? Yea Epic FAIL, only ate 2 3/4 wings...a video is being uploaded, but here are some pics.

Cluck U "911 Challenge" from Christian Castro on Vimeo.

Another video, by Jeani Lee

http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1123260724865

Before

Rules - I love it, read rule one...

Dinosaur doo doo - the wings...covered in stupid sauce

After...Priceless

You are in idiot - Rule one

Go Pro Camera @ Go Kart Racer

2009-03-25T23:13:00.000-07:00

Took the camera out and mounted it on my helmet... I got 4th place overall, had a couple of crashes passed a few people, lapped David a couple of times, gave him the bird. Tell T-Boned me hard and you can see it in the video, David slid out of a turn cause he sucks, and then as I came into the turn I tried to avoid him, then Telly couldn't slow down either...

Turn your sound all the way up, the camera was on low volume to avoid distortion, and the music is edited so that it is not at max volume... enjoy

Go Pro at Go Kart Racer from Christian Castro on Vimeo.

Go Pro Camera Test

2009-03-24T16:51:00.000-07:00

So I found this on the internet and showed Matt, he wanted it so we ordered it. 5mp camera and a video camera. with a near 2 hour battery life on 2 triple A's and up to 56min of continous recording its pretty awesome (also takes stills every 2 or 5 secs). Comes with mounting hardware, suction cup, a water proof case. It has sound but on this vid, I had it on the wrong setting. It was short and the battery died, I had to add some stuff to it.

yes it is small compact but pretty cool.

Go Pro Camera Test from Christian Castro on Vimeo.

On another note, problems with the RX7, I will update as soon as I can.

Final Product

2009-03-23T12:25:00.000-07:00

So as this build comes to an end, Matt treated everyone involved with the build, and a couple that had nothing to do with it...go figure...haha. Anways some quick pics of the car, super bad lighting conditions, I know. A proper shoot will follow soon...

The Debut.... dun dun dun!

2009-03-22T01:31:00.001-07:00

Good evening, or morning in this case. With pretty much everything done on the RX7 it made its debut tonight. With a crowd at Tap Ex celebrating the life of Daisuke Kaneko, may he rest in peace, Matt rolled up to a shocked crowd. He parked gave it a little rev, ok it sounded larger than a little, a fan club came walking up. Today the headlights went on and rain x, because wipers don't work still. Few things need to be addressed: power steering, aiming of the headlights, wipers, side skirts, exhaust, and some interior pieces...oh and this...

Interview with Alex and Matthel of The Shop from Christian Castro on Vimeo.

A friend once said, mechanics always have the best fun ;)

Lights kind of on, Lip on...

... we also put Spencer's hard top on... what a P.I.T.A... I don' even want to think about it...

Take 2!

2009-03-19T00:56:00.000-07:00

Since some people expressed interest in hearing the "BEAST", I made another one...ENJOY!!!

Project FD LS1, it's 99% Complete from Christian Castro on Vimeo.

On a lighter note

2009-03-18T01:48:00.000-07:00

Its hard to think about the recent chain of events, but life will go on. I visited the make shift memorial today, ran into some familiar faces. It is amazing to see the lives that were impacted by the loss of Daisuke. Makes you ask your self, how do you want to be remembered? Anyways, Daisuke's funeral will be held on Saturday in Redwood City, info can be found http://youmakemefat.blogspot.com <--- Dai's little sister. Come and celebrate the life this wonderful person.

To shift our attention a couple of little setbacks on the RX7.

Exhaust is, for the most part, on. Wheels are on and Matt is waiting for the bumper and lip kit to be painted

Radiator set up has been changed, above is the new one

New carbon fiber K&N filter

New set up above and old one is below

The build has run into hood clearance issues and battery location issues. Power steering is still not running. Matt needs a radiator cap, Big brakes still need to go on. The car is running, so that is not an issue. I will probably make another vid soon, so stay tuned...

RIP Daisuke Kaneko

2009-03-17T02:01:00.000-07:00

Sad news today, at 3:15PM a friend of everyones died in a motorcycle accident on Millbrae Ave and Rollins RD. Daisuke Kaneko was pronounced dead on the scene. From what I have read on the BARF forum, he was clipped by a car or he clipped a car (unsure). then hit by a truck. It is still unreal to me. I saw him on Saturday at Tapioca Express, just joking around telling Filipino jokes. I really do not know what to think. No matter how you know a Dai, or how you met him, whether you have known him for a long time or a short while, he has made some kind of lasting impression on people. Daisuke was a very nice, polite, sincere guy. I for one will not forget him.

RIP Daisuke Kaneko

It Drives!!!

2009-03-15T18:16:00.001-07:00

First and foremost.... The Nikon D90 freaking ROCKS!!! Anyways the RX7 drives now...here are some pics for you to enjoy, and currently the Video from my D90 is being uploaded, I will embed it here at about 8:30PM tonight, so sit tight.

Matthel's FD RX7 LS1 from Christian Castro on Vimeo.

Further more, these pics were taken with the D90 using a Nikkor 18-105 mm...

Goodbye D70...Hello D90!!!

2009-03-15T01:11:00.000-07:00

Well today, my trusty Nikon D70 left today, tomorrow a Nikon D90 will be here to take its place. I have some last pictures that I have taken from today...I apologize for the dust spots, I didn't have time to clean it.

Dear Spencer...WoooooooHoooooooo Peace Out...

And Roni's Highway Monster, had to do something with the picture, it was so...Flat looking

Some Requested Pictures

2009-03-12T23:14:00.000-07:00

So...just some random pics of the build, as requested by Matt..enjoy

Update ... It's ALIVE!!!!

2009-03-10T23:44:00.001-07:00

Just to update everyone, Monday afternoon the 5.7L beast awoke. No pictures from that day, but some other pictures from the previous day. The FD is about 97-98% done, just little things here and there...

Jeffs AP1

Pretty flush...

PWND!!!!

Mmmm...Bacon!!!

Chauder and Kat

Roni hiding his nose

Last time we saw Gordon's STi

I spell a wager going on...

The smell of defeat...

Starting the LS1.......Fail

2009-03-09T03:25:00.000-07:00

1 week after the LS1 was fitted into the engine bay of the FD, we had a BBQ that I was late for, because of stupid management decisions, a stupid coworker, and a mishap with a catering truck and a 747. Work on the car was off and on, but nothing can beat food, great company, and CARS!!! Anyways I will let the pictures tell you what happened at the end of the night...

Can't have a BBQ without it

Getting ready

We had an audience to this great moment

...and all it does is turn...

until next time....

Part II of the LS1 RX7

2009-03-03T23:04:00.000-08:00

Tuesday night, after all regular work was done, some more work resumed on the RX7...

Fuel system was being put in place

Measure once cut twice...or... nevermind

Don't trust me with tools...

And of course we had to have some fun...

Finally dropping in the LS1 into the RX7

2009-03-02T16:57:00.000-08:00

Prep time...

It looks like they working hard, really they are just trying to figure out the dipstick situation

5.7L beast...

oh yea..can't work without these

2009-03-02T16:51:00.000-08:00

Getting ready to be dropped in...it took us 5 tries...oh well

2009-03-02T16:11:00.000-08:00

Finally in, just wondering what else needs to be done...