Two attempts on the sublime Ware racing fuel doctor scheme on the dmr fusion. Looking forward to adapting one or both to some upcoming nationwide models pretty soon (preferably the mustang & 'cuda) Currently we are waist deep at dmr (especially Denis) working back and forth on both cup12 and nns12. Alan H & Kenny Balm are also on board, and some of the below (updated fusion stickers) has been a loose collaboration with Allen the past week. Details such as the chrome aeros (which are in sim examples that plug directly to the temps) -- will be included in this years revised templates. Also considering that, I'm going to postpone uploads as of at least the forthcoming update to cup11. I'll also be going back and updating available paints already on site (upwards of thirty or so) to cup12 template specs. Lots more info, updates, and progress reports almost daily @ dmr. 

highly recommended (third down on my links list) -- grab the rgtd_nr2003_pirs which is a small collection of reflection mip files intended for the player info display at rogutoad's site. I would endorse these as the best there is, I've replaced them for everything only saving my duller mips for older bodied mods. The mip titled 'electricity' is perfect for info display, however it and the others can be used on track with minor editing to the track specific folder. Direct link --  Roguetoad reflection update

Presently I'm pre-occupied with nationwide, but in a day or so I'm looking at updating the grilles & tailpipe graphics on the fusions on site (which only amounts to two) Replacement stickers courtesy of alan harkleroad's released or soon to be released 2012 dmr fusion temp. ***Fusions updated: again alan's grille update sligfhtly modified (I liked the overall shape of the original dmr fusion grille, so I retained that with alan's textures) Only other modifications was to move the hood pins out more towards the edges of the hood. As far as fords go (or lack thereof) I have more fusions lined up along with the Robby Gorden set I just cannot seem to get around to finishing (maybe this week...)

 -- added the go-daddy rookie car along with Lowes for next year (both in 2048 res) under cup11(s)/Hendrick. Small note, the pre-season cars I don't 'prep' as in adding any of the speed tape, and in some cases like the lowes car, exhaust staining. Usually I reserve that for the (ss) version. Idea is you're downloading the tga, it's a lot easier to add on in the case of short track grilles for instance, then remove from a flat image. I hope to have more up throughout the week. 

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assuming the finish is going to be similar to the ano (anodized) blue finish of past years, I toyed around with that and fussed over the stripes for a bit. I like the move to the chevy style sport stripes this year, sort of a tribute to all of the chevelles & camaros that've worn them over time (at least that's what I like to think). For me It's the weekend/vacation, not positive on my weekend schedule right off (exhausted), but should have some n2k3 time reserved all next week to get some things squared away �

Prelim nns12 Impala in 'go-daddy' colors. Beautiful model by Rioux, slick template work by Ib4jr, as fun to paint as it is to look at. Also over the weekend Denis has unveiled the nns12 Mustang model which is equally as impressive as the rest. It has that great slope towards the front edge of the hood seen on the current Mustang (reminiscent too of the 1970) Along with that, the first previews of the Chrysler concept 'Cuda body for nns12 have been posted. The model looks stunning with the addition of a clean modeled dummy 'shaker' scoop grafted onto the hood (see dmr, definitely worth the visit & log in)

Unofficially in the alternate nns12 build:

• Camaro
• Challenger
• Mustang
• 'Cuda

 -- Ib4jr (Terry) on the temp, Denis for the awesome scene/model, and a little 'cut & pasting' courtesy of yours truly.

The difference:

• speedway and super-speedway spoilers seperatly modeled (multi option)
• accurate speedway body offset (asymetric)
• No edgy or abrupt poly management (smooth flowing countours) bare, the models have the quality of looking like shaped clay (non-existant warping or undersized mapping)
• correctly proportioned, especially the letter pillars which are crucial in depiciting a nascar racer
• fully modeled fuel inlet.
• detailed interior (naca ducts, oil resevoir compartment, wedge tubes, cd ignition, tiwi gps, roof mounted communication systems, support structure)
• correctly proportioned curvature in window glass, solar tinting (not shown)
• template layout familiarity to cup11 (ease of base/design transfer) paint under-hood, under-trunk, customize dash placard.
• updated chassis, undercarraige, and under-hood detailing (not pictured)
• optimized fps (similar to or exceeds cup11 equivalents)
• advanced and detailed damge modeling ™ Rioux
• individual and updated tire mapping (not shown) 
• optimized on track perspecive (dash layout/over hood, rear view)
• dmr build quality and attention to detail
• camaro & 'cuda concept models in alternative build

Loosely based on the New Hampshire car from September. 

added the gold amp energy from bristol in august along with the 2012 colors in 2048 res. Both available under cup11/Hendrick. Thanks out to Sage over at dmr who provided the best closeup I've seen as of yet in regard to the diet mtn dew car. Updated to the correct shade of dark metallic green around the doors.

in progress, but delayed on the rear deck of the car (missed the race & have yet to find any clear shots of the back) Should have it out sometime this week though.

For those of you expanding these front page renders, I've decided to drop some color in place of the negative white before somebody goes snow blind. 2048 tga uploaded, and as always with all of the dmr stuff; zero scene composite.

After taking summer away from anything n2k3, I picked up the brush early on in the month to have something out suitable for the 9/11 ten year. I decided to go with the bud Charlotte scheme from early in the year because I had been meaning to do it back then but never got around. Car is finished and should be up today or tomorrow (that is if nuke holds up) sites been down all weekend. (added)

will be working on a rgm set off and on in between finalizing the autometer gauge set to send off to Denis.