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Brian- really looking forward to seeing your car @ Optima!

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Originally Posted by Bow Tie 67 (Post 373261)

Brian,

How does it compare to the vette?

Everything is faster in the Camaro compared to the Corvette...steering, throttle response and power. While the car is fairly easy to drive for me, I drove the Corvette for so long it was like an extension of me. I did not have to wonder at all how it was going to react to my inputs. I am still in learning mode and we are constantly making changes to the Camaro to get it dialed in. Out of the box, the Camaro was faster on the track and the gap is widening each time out.

Great looking run Brian - the car runs as hard as it looks! Awesome car - also looking forward to seeing it at Optima next month.

Gregg

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Originally Posted by Track Junky (Post 373242)

Great vid Brian, understeer harder to see on vid than over steer. After watching the vid I spent alot of time going through your build thread. I was especially curious on what transmission you were using and the G-Force certainly helps keep the weight down. I didn't hear you shift in the vid and am curious what rear gears your running. Very inspiring build and your years of experience in the sport definitely show in your build. This pretty much has to be my favorite build ever!!:thumbsup:

It may be hard to see the understeer as I was kicking the rear end out to fight the understeer. The last turn before the finish you can see the understeer I was fighting.

I shifted two times. I ran most of the course in 1st gear and shifted to 2nd at the 29 second mark in the video and then back to 1st gear at the 33 second mark. 3:70 gears and a 2.49 1st and 2.0 2nd gear. The transmission makes a lot of noise, but it works great. Shifts are smooth and firm when you are driving the car hard.

Thanks,
Brian

Brian, cool video...that thing is freakin' awesome! Definitely one of my favorite Camaro builds. I notice you have an XM/Sirius antennae mounted on the dash, do you have any problems with reception? (That's a good idea and never thought about putting one there.)

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Originally Posted by 89 RS (Post 373304)

No stereo for me. The engine is music to my ears :D That is for the GPS speedometer. No problems with reception.

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Originally Posted by 73CPCAMARO (Post 373292)

3:70 gears and a 2.49 1st and 2.0 2nd gear. The transmission makes a lot of noise, but it works great.

What a great 1st and 2nd gear combo. What are the rest of the ratios?

2.49, 2.0, 1.49, 1.0. The first three are set up for autocross and 4th for freeway driving with the 3:70 rear. I can cruise on the freeway under 3000. I don't like the drop from 3rd to 4th on the road course, but I had to compromise. It drops down to 4700 rpm when I go from 3rd to 4th at redline. At least it has a lot of power there. I wish I could afford a 5 speed. Donations are accepted. :D

Oh wow I thought that was a 5 speed. Your 3rd gear is near equal to my 2nd gear. I obviously chose the road course setup. Your 1st couple gears gotta be fun on the street too.

So your top speed in 4th should be just a tad above what most of the big boys hit on the straight at Spring Mtn I am guessing. Nice. :thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by 73CPCAMARO (Post 373306)

No stereo for me. The engine is music to my ears :D That is for the GPS speedometer. No problems with reception.

My bad...I should've known better. That engine definitely is MUSIC.:D