I'm not sure about next weekend. I doubt I will sign up as the wife is out of the country for work the next 2 weeks, and I will be home with the kids.

A little update on the brakes and the overall project.

Last week I ordered up in axle tube seals and installed them over the weekend. this also gave me a chance to pull the pumpkin out and make sure everything was looking good. I installed the seals and pulled the hubs apart one more time to repack the grease. In general the install took a while but was uneventful. I also cleaned off the pads and rotors really well. It was a snug fit for the seals so hopefully I don't have to pull them out anytime soon...

I also changed out the 1/2" rear wheel spacers for 1/4" spacers. After I got it all together I took it for ~10 mile drive to check it all out. Got home and sure enough more grease was on the rotors. Good news is the outer tire was not rubbing anymore. Plan was to head to an autocross on sunday but after seeing that I opened up a few beers and called it a day....

Next day I put the car up on stands and checked it out again. I didn't see any visible leaks from the seals so I decided to just clean the hell out of everything and try it again. I also noticed the wheels were actually rubbing on the inner wheel wells now... I was shocked since there is ~3/4" clearance. I assume under hard cornering there is a bit of body roll since the pan hard bar should be holding the axle very still

I picked up ~5 cans of brake cleaner and sprayed the hell out of all the rotors with focus on cleaning the vanes and the pads. I also decided to go ahead and use a butane torch to heat the pads in case oil/grease is embedded in the pads. Sure enough while heating them up I could see a slight amount of oil bubbling out of the pads. After al this I also bled the brakes one more time to ensure it was completely solid. I bolted the wheels back on and went for a drive.

Sure enough the brakes were MUCH better. The pedal was more firm and the car really slowed under hard braking. I got them a little warm but I don't think it was enough to put some real heat in them. I got home and sure enough no oil on the rotors... SUCCESS... ( I also followed this up with a commute to and from work...still no oil) :D

In other news it's time to spend some $$$ :G-Dub:

I found someone who wants the current SBC for a decent price. It's coming out this weekend....:superhack:

This means the spending spree is about to begin for the LS swap.... I'm working on a plan for the swap now with a goal to get it done over July 4 holiday so the car is ready for a Track day July 19. It's very aggressive but that's my goal....

At first I was thinking to buy the complete Holley kit but after seeing some install threads I'm not willing to take my chance with it.

Next thought is to work with Speedtech and see what they have. I spoke with Jay and they are working on the kit now. He says they have the headers at the shop and are working to build up some custom first pass pedestals. He's going to contact me later this week to update me one how they are proceeding with the fitment in his car..

If Speedtech doesn't work out in time I think I've decided on this setup.... Any feedback is appreciated....

Kooks headers

Dirty Dingo Mounts

Factory clamshell engine mounts already being used

Mast Oil pan with oil cooler setup (maybe Speedtech or others)

Trying the factory 2010 Camaro accy's - most likely need to move the aLt.

Retain current radiator and elect fans

PSI wiring harness

Spectre air intake (not sure if others are better)

6AN braided fuel lines with Vette regulator near fuel tank

Swapping fuel tank - either a used Ricks tank, Tanks Inc or ATL fuel cell -- debating

340 or 400LPH fuel pump

Quicktime bellhousing

Factory Flywheel and clutch (for now)

Speedtech Hydraulic clutch bracket with factory style clutch and throwout -- May use a Tick setup...

First off --- Good to hear you got the bug worked out!! Good job!



Secondly.... I want you to meet my daughter. She's spending all her time at SW's... LOL So either email me or get her contact info from SW. She's living at the Domain... and could use a cold beer. :>)

Thanks, getting closer. I'll be interested to know what the next bit of fun on the car will be.... it's always something...

Typically most fathers tell me to stay AWAY from their daughters but in this case I'd be glad to meet up with her and grab some beers. I think you have my number but if not I'll IM it to you.

Thinking of... I assume your going to need a new shed in Austin for your visits with her. I know you wouldn't want the rig to sit in the pouring rain that always follows you. It would be difficult but I'd be happy to watch it over while your not here so the rodent population stays in check. Only thing I ask is that you keep it within 10 min of downtown please.......

HAHAHAHAHAHA great reply!


IM me -- I was sure I had your number but only had email... she's a "texter"


Gwen and I will be showing up at a race track near you -- TMS -- in October. I might snow.

Vaporworks.......

Crap! Finally something we agree about - other than how you look.....


Vaporworks for the win.

+1 for Vaporworx.

You'll love the LS engine. It's the way to go IMO. What kind of motor are you going with, crate LS or junk yard set up?

X3 on the Vaporworx setup. My Ricks is nice, and the other two you mentioned are good as well, but the Vaporworx is great. If i had it to do over again, Vaporworx.

At t-hill last month, i experience two "just" hiccups at turns 12/13/14 at a half a tank, maybe it was 1/4 tank, you wont have that problem with the Vaporworx.

So, i'd recommend the SW headers, i just didn't like the way the Kooks came across the top on the drivers side (iirc). Hopefully Speedtech can come through with the kit. My Dynatechs fit fine, a little low, but fine. The Hooker stuff for the newer 2nd gens has another 1" of ground clearance and dont have the flange in the way.....

But the list looks good. Should be straight forward. I used the Holley mounts (per Keiths recomendation) but i'd use the Wegner or Vintage set up in the future, keeps everything well above(the power steering) the pitman on our
cars.