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coolwelder62 04-09-2011 06:59 PM
Damn this is one bad a$$ ride.Awesome stance.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: Look's great,keep the ggod work.

novaboy7272 04-09-2011 08:42 PM
This thing looks sweet! :unibrow: i can't wait to see video of it destroyin cars around it ha. :faint:

speedjohnston 05-14-2011 07:31 PM
Even though I measured everything 100 times the front fenders hadn't been on the car since before the wheels were ordered. I was glad to see everything fit. :lol: The car was sitting an inch lower then ride height to check clearances.
Transmission is finally ordered and should only be a few weeks away. :)

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02081.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02095.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02098.jpg

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http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02087.jpg

coolwelder62 05-14-2011 08:06 PM
Man,I LOVE THIS CAMARO!!.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: This thing is so COOL.:thumbsup: BAD TO THE BONE:thumbsup: Did I say I like this car.:thumbsup: :D :D Scott M.

scottysimp7 05-14-2011 08:49 PM
It just looks fast sittin' still! Good lookin ride.

56pickup 05-14-2011 08:59 PM
man that motor looks killer in there! awesome looking project! :thumbsup:

speedjohnston 05-15-2011 01:07 AM
Thanks guys! :cheers:

tones2SS 05-16-2011 05:26 PM
Very, very nice. Great job. Car looks amazing.
Keep us posted.:thumbsup:

tones2SS 05-24-2011 05:35 PM
Any updates?

speedjohnston 05-24-2011 06:53 PM
I started to install the remote filter, I still have to purchase the cooler and lines, and hope to have the transmission on its way within a week or two. My allergies were so bad this week I haven't been in the garage for more then 15 min. :lol:

WSSix 05-24-2011 07:19 PM
The rims and wheels look great on there. I really hope you keep the paint job. Yeah, it's not the newest style but I dig it!

killer67 05-24-2011 09:47 PM
I just went through this post again. What an effort to build a monster of a second gen. Great motor, wheels, brakes, suspension detail, jungle gym in the interior, stance, everything..... WOW! :hail:

What ET/trap are you looking for? Shooting for 8's?

killerjay 05-24-2011 10:38 PM
Idler Arm?
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by speedjohnston (Post 259340)
Here's a couple shots with the front Forgeline ZX3R's, 10 1/2" and titanium fastners with michelin pilot sport cup tires. The front fenders were not on the car when I ordered them so I played it safe knowing I can replace the shells and widen the wheels after.

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC01140.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC01254.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC01282.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...ofDSC01180.jpg

Too many pictures I know, but I really love the wheels. The pictures don't do them justice. The guys at forgeline are extremely helpfull and I strongly recomend them to anyone.
I just noticed the Idler Arm, Is this a one off piece or is it available somewhere.

Jay

speedjohnston 05-25-2011 12:55 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by killer67 (Post 349771)
I just went through this post again. What an effort to build a monster of a second gen. Great motor, wheels, brakes, suspension detail, jungle gym in the interior, stance, everything..... WOW! :hail:

What ET/trap are you looking for? Shooting for 8's?
Something in the 8's should be very realistic I think for this car. With a lot of boost it would have a chance at the 7's but I wouldn't count on it. Anything in the 8's is great, and a low 8 for me and I would be very happy. :) Should trap in the 160 range maybe?

speedjohnston 05-25-2011 01:01 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by killerjay (Post 349779)
I just noticed the Idler Arm, Is this a one off piece or is it available somewhere.

Jay
The idler arm is a Howe piece, made to work with there center link. Adjustability is super easy. I think it may have been slightly different length then stock and I had to adjust the mounting point without changing the angle, but I got it where I'm happy with it. Its really made for stock cars turning left, where it could have been mounted in the stock location with no issues. If you need any measurements shoot me a PM and I can get them for you. :cheers:

tones2SS 05-25-2011 06:10 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by speedjohnston (Post 349746)
I started to install the remote filter, I still have to purchase the cooler and lines, and hope to have the transmission on its way within a week or two. My allergies were so bad this week I haven't been in the garage for more then 15 min. :lol:
Very cool. I thought you forgot about us.:_paranoid
Sorry about the allergies. It's a very bad season this year. Even my girlfriend that has never had allergies has them this year. Good luck!:cheers:

twinturrbo406 07-19-2011 11:28 AM
Omg !!!
 
....... this car is what made me want to do my 67' Catalina with a similar stance and wheel package, this Camaro is off the chart !!!! Do you guys know if anyone makes a 345/35-18 in a standard radial ??? I dont wanna think how fast my 67' Cat would wear out the M/T's DR's with a bunch of street driving, :( as for this beast of a Camaro here, all i can say is ..... :hail: :hail: :hail: .....

speedjohnston 07-22-2011 10:08 PM
Hoosier and Kumho make a 345/35/18 but they are competition tires and will wear just as fast. Michelin makes a 345/30/19 that is 27" tall but you would need new back wheels. I'm not sure myself what I'm going to do after the initial testing and destruction of the MT's.

twinturrbo406 07-23-2011 11:33 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by speedjohnston (Post 361511)
Hoosier and Kumho make a 345/35/18 but they are competition tires and will wear just as fast. Michelin makes a 345/30/19 that is 27" tall but you would need new back wheels. I'm not sure myself what I'm going to do after the initial testing and destruction of the MT's.
.... man, can you hook me up with some pic's ?? i wanna make your car my wallpaper ??? ...... ([email protected]) i tried to copy your pics, but they just come out as real skinny lines ....

speedjohnston 08-08-2011 06:55 PM
Finally saved up enough for my secret weapon. (its not really a secret) 4l80e full manual with engine braking and built to handle full throttle shifts into overdrive even with a blown big block making over 1200ft/lbs of torque.
Its a Rossler stage 4 with some special mods to handle the road race, drag, and 1 mile top speed needs of this car.
Lock up converter is on the way. :D


http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02106.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02105.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02107.jpg

70rs 08-08-2011 08:42 PM
If ya gotta run a automatic....thats the one! Nice!

coolwelder62 08-09-2011 05:30 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by speedjohnston (Post 364360)
Finally saved up enough for my secret weapon. (its not really a secret) 4l80e full manual with engine braking and built to handle full throttle shifts into overdrive even with a blown big block making over 1200ft/lbs of torque.
Its a Rossler stage 4 with some special mods to handle the road race, drag, and 1 mile top speed needs of this car.
Lock up converter is on the way. :D


http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02106.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02105.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02107.jpg
WOW!! That thing look's super H.D.:thumbsup:

Nick.V70 08-09-2011 07:34 AM
Really diggin this build, keep the momentum up, its looking great and has some really nice product with lots of hard work going into it!:thumbsup:

Nick.V70 08-09-2011 08:07 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by speedjohnston (Post 258141)
I'm trying to post pics up to its present state with a bit of the build pics in while I have time but it takes time to load all this stuff. :rolleyes:
I'll post one more for now of the start of the front suspension. sorry about jumping all over the place. When i do get to the present day it will be easier to follow.

This is a pic with the SPC a-arms and c5/c6 style spindles. For the front suspension and brakes is where I got Mark from SC&C involved. I'm doing it from home but I bug him as often as i think I can get away with. :)
Thanks Mark!

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC00850.jpg

and the brakes 14" Baer 6S extreme plus

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC00843.jpg
Quote:
Originally Posted by speedjohnston (Post 294492)
I got a little more work done this week with some paint touch ups to the new welded on parts and started hopefully for the last time final install of the front suspension components. I got some RCD Billstein shocks, and even though they are mounted in the stock location, I had to modify the bottom round bracket of the spc arms to clear the shock under full compression. A few minutes of grinding and a little touch up paint and all was good.
http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...n/DSC01468.jpg
http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...n/DSC01469.jpg
and the spindles mounted with my steering arms also by my friend and good neighbour Stu
http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...n/DSC01474.jpg
http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...n/DSC01472.jpg
Sway bar is also mounted, at least the main bar anyway after spending about 2 hours pounding those bushings in place. :omg:
I have to get the arms pressed into shape and install the rod ends. The holes on the bars have to be drilled out after, and I'll have to make brackets to hold the lower rod ends. If anyone has any pics with a link to how they did it let me know. :cheers:


Question,

- What made you go with Bilsteins over a adjustable style like Vair or QA1?

tones2SS 08-09-2011 05:18 PM
Very nice.
Keep us posted on your build. Should be a great one!

waynieZ 08-09-2011 06:54 PM
Definitly rugged looking. Nice trans.

speedjohnston 08-09-2011 07:04 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Nor-Cal Nick (Post 364434)
Question,

- What made you go with Bilsteins over a adjustable style like Vair or QA1?
I don't know myself first hand about all the different brands, QA1's were considered among others, but after discussing it with Mark Savitske of SC&C and Steve Duck of RCD I decided on the Bilsteins. The nice thing unlike most of the parts is they are not very expensive and changing them at a later date is not an issue. RCD was also able to supply the valving, length and change the ends on the shocks to suit my needs. :cheers:

srh3trinity 08-09-2011 08:38 PM
So, somewhere there is an M1 Abrams tank without a transmission. This is a great build, not sure how I have missed it. Love the wheel choice.

MattO 08-09-2011 10:27 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by srh3trinity (Post 364570)
So, somewhere there is an M1 Abrams tank without a transmission. This is a great build, not sure how I have missed it. Love the wheel choice.
No kidding, right? I mean, is that ballistic steel? lol

Looks awesome BTW. Loving this build :thumbsup:

MotleyDrew 09-04-2011 06:12 PM
http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02107.jpg[/QUOTE]

This thing is a beast...we drove 17 hours just to pick it up and come home. Rossler gave us T-Shirts though :)

Turbo T/A 11-15-2011 04:36 AM
Hopefully Ed can finish it in a "speedy" timeframe :D :D :D

-Carm

coolwelder62 11-15-2011 05:20 AM
Nothing sweeter than a brand new clean shop.Oh camaro looks awesome too.:thumbsup:

speedjohnston 11-18-2011 05:27 PM
Finally got another big part today. My fuel safe fuel cell. Almost 45 gallons, with the aluminum can, two A1000 stealth pumps, custom collector etc etc.
I'll post more pics when 'Wicked Garage' gets it installed.
I think I need a bigger trunk!

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02172.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02174.jpg

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...o/DSC02173.jpg

dave96dcm 12-04-2011 03:33 PM
45 gallons! That's sweet! What kind of baffling does it have? That's almost 340 lbs of fuel. Can you buy the a1000 stealth pumps separate without one of their systems?

speedjohnston 12-04-2011 07:02 PM
The cell has a custom collector with 4 trap doors and one pick up from each pump inside wich are each -10. The whole cell also has the safety foam baffling in it.
The stealth pumps are an aeromotive unit available through any of there suppliers. Aeromotive makes sumps and whole tanks with these pumps as well. :cheers:

dave96dcm 12-06-2011 10:03 AM
Thanks for the info! I looked on their website and I didn't see it, maybe their site isn't current or I looked in the wrong place.

coolwelder62 12-11-2011 05:46 PM
This is just a real cool car.:thumbsup:

WSSix 12-11-2011 08:44 PM
I still love the paint job on this car. I would love to see it together before having all the paint stripped. Very cool car indeed!


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