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You guys are doing great work as always, Kevin. Thanks for updating us.
Congrats to Tara, as well. |
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Next, the crew reinstalled the painted QUADRALink components, rear shocks, Currie axle, and Baer brake rotors.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-o...26-16_0017.JPG Yellow tape snippets are there to protect pieces during assembly, and also to serve as reminders for things that need to be tightened or filled. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-F...26-16_0022.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6...26-16_0021.JPG The wheel tubs are yet to be coated with their final treatment. |
Up front, a new Centerforce DYAD clutch is installed and the T-56 Magnum 6-speed is bolted to the bellhousing.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-z...22-16_0001.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-X...22-16_0002.JPG The DYAD clutch assembly can hang on to 1300 ft. lbs. Of torque, so it should be quite happy behind this big block Chevy. We like these because they also offer a fairly light clutch pedal operation even with the high clamping force. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-I...22-16_0005.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7...22-16_0007.JPG |
Gotta love these pro touring cars, 500 miles on the clock and it's time to rebuild her. ha
You guys are really making this a nice driver and great work! |
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Next, the engine and DSE subframe were installed. The subframe was placed on stands, and the car lowered down over it and aligned.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-k...27-16_0007.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-M...27-16_0010.JPG Moroso fabricated valve covers were added for a cleaner look. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-H...27-16_0013.JPG We patched the previous hole in the transmission tunnel, so a new hole was drilled for the shifter. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8...28-16_0017.JPG The team ran wires for the Holley EFI system. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-I...29-16_0020.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9...29-16_0022.JPG The firewall was chosen as the mounting point for the ECM, as there was limited room under the dash with the Vintage Air A/C system and the customer did not feel the need to have us modify and lengthen the harness if it wasn’t crucial. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-G...30-16_0024.JPG After some re-routing, the wire harness begins to clean up. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-o...30-16_0025.JPG |
Under the car, the exhaust connections were made. This car came in with a 3” exhaust system, but we needed to modify the system to fit the new subframe and rear suspension. We also wanted to tuck the mufflers up to the floor a bit tighter.
The transmission cross member and driveshaft loop are obstacles in the front of the system, and the DSE QUADRALink makes for a challenge out back. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-c...01-16_0003.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-A...01-16_0005.JPG We started at the header collectors and the V-Band clamps. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-X...05-16_0006.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-G...05-16_0008.JPG The mid-pipes were tacked in place, reusing the Black Widow mufflers. The position of the H-pipe was dictated by the transmission cross member. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J...06-16_0009.JPG |
Tail pipes were made to snake through the QUADRALink rear suspension and utilized V-Band clamps.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_...08-16_0001.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J...08-16_0002.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-l...11-16_0007.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q...11-16_0009.JPG The whole system was TIG welded together. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J...11-16_0011.JPG These systems are a tight fit, so they take time to build. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4...12-16_0016.JPG |
The turn-down is barely visible from the rear of the car.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-c...12-16_0018.JPG We wrapped the tail pipes in DEI wrap to help keep heat away from the fuel tank. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-O...12-16_0025.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-k...12-16_0030.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7...12-16_0031.JPG |
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you guys are doing some great work to that car. Really like the way the exhaust came out.
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Nice job Kevin and crew. You have really taken the car to the point where it will be as solid as it initially looked.
Too bad most of your hard work isn't visible after the car is on the ground. |
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Topside, it was time to coat the new steel with some Axalta epoxy and black Imron polyurethane.
The new trunk floor, and DSE wheel tubs and shock crossmember were cleaned and prepped for epoxy and paint. The body was completely masked. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-F...20-16_0032.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-D...20-16_0034.JPG The tubs were seam-sealed and paint-prepped inside the car. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-b...20-16_0037.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-V...20-16_0043.JPG New panels blacked-out. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-D...20-16_0045.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-k...20-16_0046.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-k...20-16_0047.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-n...20-16_0050.JPG |
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Soon the new Forgeline ZX3P wheels arrived. These are 19 x 11.5” rears with 6” BS, Satin Gunmetal finish with fully brushed / cleared lip. The fronts are 18 x 10” with 6.125” BS. We think they look killer on this car, and they really frame the Baer calipers and rotors nicely!
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The owner wanted upgraded instrumentation in the car, so we approached the dashboard next. First, the top of the dash required some refinishing, so it was stripped, bodyworked, and then went into the paint booth for a re-spray.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-p...23-16_0005.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-R...23-16_0007.JPG New satin black is ready to go! https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-P...06-16_0015.JPG |
Next, a Detroit Speed steel dash face insert was used to house a full set of Autometer Carbon Fiber Gauges. We’ll install Volts, Fuel, Speed, Air / Fuel, RPM, Oil Pressure, Temp, and Vintage Air A/C controls in this panel.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-q...17-16_0001.JPG Design sketched out https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--...17-16_0002.JPG Measure 3 times! https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-n...23-16_0008.JPG Holes cut, A/C control going in for test fit https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-E...23-16_0009.JPG All holes cut, bodywork done and sprayed in satin charcoal to compliment the trim colors on the car. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...06-16_0011.JPG Note 3 LED light holes above center gauge for turn signals and high beams. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-O...06-16_0013.JPG All gauges installed and wired, with a weatherpack connector for easier installation. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-H...07-16_0018.JPG |
Tyler says “Ta Daa!”
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-p...07-16_0019.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-g...07-16_0020.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-L...07-16_0021.JPG All new Dynamat sound deadener installed throughout the cabin. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-o...20-16_0001.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-I...20-16_0003.JPG New dash panel installed with headlight and Detroit Speed / washer switches mounted below. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_...20-16_0005.JPG |
The dash pad changed colors to black, and the rest of the interior was reinstalled.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-j...30-16_0002.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-B...30-16_0003.JPG Trunk carpet reinstalled https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-h...30-16_0004.JPG There was a thought to go with a carbon fiber Anvil rear wing, but the owner decided against it and went back to silver. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-n...5-16_0011_.JPG It looked cool, but it’s all a matter of personal preference. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8...05-16_0036.JPG Finally the wheel tubs were detailed with epoxy, and Imron. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-B...17-16_0005.JPG |
We set the ride height and had the car aligned, put a new base calibration in the Holley ECM, and took it out for a spin! Looks sweet!
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-K...18-16_0035.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-B...18-16_0047.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-T...18-16_0060.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-y...18-16_0070.JPG |
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Awesome build guys!
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The V8TV video highlighting this build...
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This car is probably one of my favourite builds because you spent so much time working around an already built car and making it look like you were never there. Excellent job.
I also like the videos. They give a bit of a different angle to the story. |
I watched video this afternoon sweet looking car , nice job.
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BTW, this car has returned to the shop for another "upgrade"... heh heh heh...
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I'm curious to see what upgrade is in store. You guys have almost worked yourselves out of upgrades (in a good way) on this one unless the owner got bitten by the LSx bug.
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Just read start to finish --- Nice job Kevin!
Hope the proper upgrade is to an LS or LT4..... |
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Fantastic! I'm sure the owner will have fun with that.
I consider the LTx series of engines to still be the LSx family of swapping. I know they are vastly different and I understand the differences, but it's hard for me to say LT1 and not think of the 1970's engines. Why the switch, was the big block too finicky? |
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There were a bunch of considerations for the swap, which we'll cover in detail in this thread as we make updates. The short version is that although the 540 makes great power, it's truly a race engine built for 1/4 mile bursts, not casual weekend cruises interrupted by bursts. Plus, this particular one has been battling a couple high-strung engine issues like an oil leak at the filter adapter, exhaust leak inside the header cone, etc., and the fix costs will be spent bringing him right back to the high-strung BBC. The supercharged LT4 makes tons of power and likes daily driving. Throw in underhood appeal and some other thoughts and it makes sense. More to come on this one! |
Lt4 Sweet!
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Kevin, you just mentioned all the reasons I like factory or factory based engine packages.
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This phase of the project is complete, but wait, there's more! We've started a new chapter on this Camaro upgrading the Big Block Chevy V8 to a supercharged Chevrolet LT4 V8!
Click the link to read the new thread and follow along! NEXT CHAPTER: https://lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=56113 |
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