Roadster Shop SPEC chassis for 1967-69 Camaro

[Roadster Shop]

Thought it would be a great time to let some of you guys know about some of the newest applications available in the SPEC series of chassis, there should be something for just about everybody. Not going to do a huge sales pitch here just some highlights , pricing and of course.....pictures

ALL NEW SPEC series chassis from Roadster Shop includes

* SPEC IFS with front mounted Power rack and pinion
* easy to align eccentric mounts on upper a-arms with Pro Forged spindles
* single adjustable coilovers
* 4 bar rear suspension with 9" rear housing and 31 spline axles
* motor mounts for SBC, BBC, or optional LS motor mounts
* will fit 12" wide rear wheel (with mini tub)
* True 100% bolt on design utilizes original body, bumper and, core support
mounts all while requiring NO body modifications

Roadster Shop SPEC series for 1967-69 CAMARO

PRICE AS SHOWN $9895.00

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shown with $395.00 front sway bar option
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CAD engineered frame design with Roadster Shop exclusive laser cut and contoured frame rails that allow the chassis to sit tight to the body, while adding strength.

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In addition this unique design streamlines the manufacturing process , reducing lead times, and maintaining a price point that is unrivaled.

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And don't worry even though you have found a solution that fits in to your budget doesn't mean your giving anything up in the looks or performance department.


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[im4u2nvss]

This is awesome! On my wish list.

[im4u2nvss]

How much frame rail ground clearance compared to stock?

[Roadster Shop]

How much frame rail ground clearance compared to stock?

It is hard to compare ground clearance to stock. The ground clearance is really determined by the tire size and where the suspension is sitting in its travel range. The SPEC chassis does sit approximately 1/2" tighter to the body than a factory subframe, which probably answers the question better.

This gold Camaro has 4.25" from the frame rail to the ground at the lowest point. The pinchweld to the ground is 5.75" at that same area.

We have a bone stock 1967 30k mile unrestored/survivor Camaro in the shop that I measured for comparison. At the same location, it has 7" from the sub-frame rail to the ground. The pinchweld to the ground is 9" at that same area.

These measurements confirm that the SPEC is 1/2" tighter to the body than the factory subframe, thus giving you 1/2" more ground clearance at the same right height when measured from the pinchweld to the ground.

[im4u2nvss]

Thanks for the response and dimensions. I was trying to compare to DSE weld in subframe connector ground clearance. I am impressed with part. Any specific headers and or exhaust?

[Roadster Shop]

ON the performance side of things here is a really great video that was put together from the Super Chevy Muscle Car Challenge sponsored by Falken

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At this event it really showed how well a well balanced,street/performance, truly bolt on chassis can perform even when in comparison it may be underpowered and have significantly narrower tires.

Texas Speed and performance did an amazing job as always, this time refreshing a pull out LQ4 engine and installing a cam to coax out around 400hp. While this number makes it a lot of fun to drive as well as keep with the theme of what the average guy could do on a tighter budget , the power proved to be a handicap especially during the 100 yard dash drag race that Super Chevy had as 1 of the 3 points style events.
However as you will see below the Roadster Shop SPEC 68 camaro with its 400hp and 5 speed really held its own against more tire , more power , and even more gears, finishing 4th place in both the road course as well as the slalom events.

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Here are a couple more videos showing the time and effort that went into designing and manufacturing this groundbreaking new chassis, as well as a really cool time lapse showing the actual installation on the Roadster Shop SPEC 68 camaro

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[Mkegs14]

which oil pan fits the spec chassis? I'm in the process of building a L92/LS3 top end motor. So its the 6.2L gen IV *LS motor. Thanks for your help

[randy]

i would have went with this if i didn't already buy all the dse stuff. Great value

[Roadster Shop]

which oil pan fits the spec chassis? I'm in the process of building a L92/LS3 top end motor. So its the 6.2L gen IV *LS motor. Thanks for your help



The Mast motorsports swap pan is what we use and what we suggest using

[70ptta]

Any plans for a second gen f body spec chassis?

[Mkegs14]

What long tube headers fit in the spec chassis for a LS3?

[heinz57]

Quick question.
The Camaro in the video is it the same one shown on your web site with the old frame rails removed?
I would prefer this on my 1969 with a spec four.
thanks

[Roadster Shop]

What long tube headers fit in the spec chassis for a LS3?

We offer a mid length header that we use for the LS

Quick question.
The Camaro in the video is it the same one shown on your web site with the old frame rails removed?
I would prefer this on my 1969 with a spec four.
thanks

I don't know of the exact one on our website you are referring to, however the car in this thread as well as all of the other SPEC camaros retain the factory rear frame rails, could have been a FAST TRACK install that you might have seen, shoot me a picture and Ill be glad to help

Any plans for a second gen f body spec chassis?

At this time no, due to the floor constraints of the second gens

[Mkegs14]

the mid length headers, are those the hooker ones on "Georges 69 Camaro" build archive pictures?

Cause the other archives for spec camaro chassis seem to have to have long tube headers, or were those custom made for that build?

[Kid-Canada]

I recently purchased one of your spec chassis and am new to the fourm and have been searching for products to work with the chassis but the fact this chassis is relatively new to the market having a hard time. I am looking for some advise as you have built a few cars with this chassis and your the manufacturer. Is there some recommended or must need products and suppliers that you guys have found to fit with this chassis the literature provided is great but I found missing some key elements that could have been included for the average hobbyists like things to complete the build fuel system, cooling system, brake products aside from Calipers. I am going to be installing a LS3 and tremic t-56 magnum. Some insight would be great!

[Roadster Shop]

the mid length headers, are those the hooker ones on "Georges 69 Camaro" build archive pictures?

Cause the other archives for spec camaro chassis seem to have to have long tube headers, or were those custom made for that build?


Mkegs, no the mid length headers Im referring to are ones from Ultimate Headers that we use, the hooker manifolds on Georges 69 are another great option for noise reduction and fit the bill for most applications, depending on the HP number your working with

I recently purchased one of your spec chassis and am new to the fourm and have been searching for products to work with the chassis but the fact this chassis is relatively new to the market having a hard time. I am looking for some advise as you have built a few cars with this chassis and your the manufacturer. Is there some recommended or must need products and suppliers that you guys have found to fit with this chassis the literature provided is great but I found missing some key elements that could have been included for the average hobbyists like things to complete the build fuel system, cooling system, brake products aside from Calipers. I am going to be installing a LS3 and tremic t-56 magnum. Some insight would be great!

Kid Canada, we would be more than happy to help you with any questions or help on parts compatibility.

Please feel free to call us at the shop and ask for Mark or Ervin and they will steer you through the process.

What brake products, cooling products and fuel products in particular were you looking to be included.

[Kid-Canada]

I could definitely call just hard to find time to call with work and time difference.i had called once before I purchased it just came across more questions I'll fire away and if I gotta call that's fine but if you could answer that would be great. Got quite a few questions building from ground up.

I purchased the 4 piston wilwood calipers and the brake line kit that includes the portioning valve as options with it just curious what you recommend for brake booster and master cylinder using a ls engine as I am starting with a shell and no stock parts to use.

What fuel tank have you guys found that fits well between the rear rails, ricks tanks? Also what are you guys running for fuel lines etc.

What radiators have you guys been running just anything that's used for a ls conversion in the stock radiator support I was looking a auto rad and curious if there's any prefered options and hoses that work for the application.

From reading the above comments exhaust was another question do most headers fit or specific brands fit better long tubes or is mid length the way to go and have you found some mufflers that fit the space exceptionally well. I am more than willing to purchase your headers and perhaps a full exhaust from you as I have seen the work you do great work!

drive shaft I imagine you just have to measure it up and get a custom one sourced but thought I would ask if there's a preferred vendor

What steering column and accessories are required to hook up to your power steering rack. Preferred vendor

Drive belt system is also another question mark do stock GM kits work or Holley or another brand!

Sorry had quite a few questions might have even forgotten something really a build sheet or a parts list plus products and preferred vendors might be a good thing to get from you guys.

[Mkegs14]

all great questions ^^^Kid canada. As i'll be having to address these same things

[Kid-Canada]

Yeah Mkeg14
when I called before I purchased they gave me some ideas on the phone but the person I talked to said there would be a fairly extensive booklet with the chassis all it included was what oil pan to use and where to modify for a transmission and rebuilt part numbers and reassembly info.

[Roadster Shop]

Please see our responses below each of your questions.

I could definitely call just hard to find time to call with work and time difference.i had called once before I purchased it just came across more questions I'll fire away and if I gotta call that's fine but if you could answer that would be great. Got quite a few questions building from ground up.

I purchased the 4 piston wilwood calipers and the brake line kit that includes the portioning valve as options with it just curious what you recommend for brake booster and master cylinder using a ls engine as I am starting with a shell and no stock parts to use.

Manual Brakes - we use a 7/8 bore master. There are several companies that offer these depending on your budget and desired look.

Power Brakes - the DSE booster/master kit is the best kit that we have used.


What fuel tank have you guys found that fits well between the rear rails, ricks tanks? Also what are you guys running for fuel lines etc.

We have a stainless tank made specifically for our chassis that will install with the stock tank straps. They range from $1,200 - $2,500 depending on what your fuel pump requirements are. Standard LS pump for up to 500 HP will be on the low side of that range.
For fuel lines, we have been using the Fragola Series 6000 PTFE lined hose. it has proven to hold up to the additves in the newer gasoline and not have the gas smell permeate through the line. -6 hose would get the job done for most LS motors.


What radiators have you guys been running just anything that's used for a ls conversion in the stock radiator support I was looking a auto rad and curious if there's any prefered options and hoses that work for the application.

We run C&R or Ron Davis in most builds. They do bolt-in and custom radiators. I would recommend a power steering cooler and trans cooler (if running an automatic)

From reading the above comments exhaust was another question do most headers fit or specific brands fit better long tubes or is mid length the way to go and have you found some mufflers that fit the space exceptionally well. I am more than willing to purchase your headers and perhaps a full exhaust from you as I have seen the work you do great work!

We offer the Ultimate Headers mid length stainless headers, which is what we use on most builds. For lower HP engines and/or budget orientated builds, we have used the Hooker cast LS manifolds. Pretty much any block hugger header that has a rear exit would work . Most full tube headers are going to hang too low for the ride height our chassis is designed for.

We have used the Borla XR1 and PRO XS mufflers. their shorter body size allows more room to work with the exhaust. The exhaust will have to be custom built. We do not offer a kit at this point.

drive shaft I imagine you just have to measure it up and get a custom one sourced but thought I would ask if there's a preferred vendor

You will have to measure and have one custom built. we do not have a preferred vendor.

What steering column and accessories are required to hook up to your power steering rack. Preferred vendor
Ididit direct fit steering columns work great. 3/4-36 U-joint on the steering rack and what ever u-joint is needed on the column, then a straight shot of DD shaft to connect them. (depending on your final header selection). I would run a power steering cooler and a flow control valve in the power steering system.

Drive belt system is also another question mark do stock GM kits work or Holley or another brand!
We have not used any of the stock GM kits. We use Wegner Motorsports or Billet Specialties for all of the serpentine systems. They are nice and tight to the motor, best looking, and have had the best luck with the components.

Sorry had quite a few questions might have even forgotten something really a build sheet or a parts list plus products and preferred vendors might be a good thing to get from you guys.

We have done several full builds on SPEC Camaro's already. There are plenty of pics of the entire process on our web site that should help.

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[Kid-Canada]

Thank you very much for the response.

If I would like to source and gas tank & headers from you do I just have to call?

[Roadster Shop]

Yes, any of the sales guys can get you pricing and options on those parts.

[Crazy03]

I have a couple questions. Im building a 69 Camaro and I will be putting a pro charged ls3 in the car. I don't road race or autocross and I was looking at the SPEC chassis for ease of installation and a good option besides going with an aftermarket subframe and 4 link rear. I will be mini tubbing the car also. How will this chassis hold up? I do want the car to handle great but don't need an all out race or show car. Thank You

[dreamer]

Ordered mine, should be ready in April. Can't Wait