NASCAR/Camaro
 

Hey Guys -

Just putting the finishing touches on my 1967 Camaro build. Not your ordinary build as I incorporated an entire NASCAR Cup chassis as the foundation. Best way to describe my build is comparing it to when we were little and built plastic car models - the last thing you did was drop the body over the chassis. Sounds simple but as you can imagine there has been hundreds of hours of labor and many greenbacks involved.

I could drone on for days about all the aspects of the build as pretty much every inch of the chassis and body has been altered or customized, but to "some-what-summarize" the project here are a couple of pics.

Still a work in progress, but getting closer to being done everyday.

:thumbsup:


http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...Build-13-7.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...Build-17-2.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...MS/Camaro2.jpg

That is to cool:cool: :hail:

That thing is awesome man! Like I said before, I LOVE the wheels!:thumbsup: :cheers:
Keep us posted.

Have been watching this build over on protouring.com.really like what you have done.The car mags should be all over you to cover this one.Congrat's nice job. Scott Mock:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

I love it, that looks sweet!

WOW sooo sick :hail:

car's awesome! i'd love to see it with the steel wheels and slicks!

Excuse my foul mouth but that is just plain F***ING BADA$$!! Can't wait to see/hear how it runs.:hail: :hail: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

x2

Im not sure if I can think of a word to describe your cars awesomeness.

x100 :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail:

Steve, its a very nice car.
I love the "undercover" look of the car.

Thats REAL sick! :thumbsup:

reminds me of Big Red.

Now we're talking. Nascar chassis and big block chevy. Bad aise!

IMHO.:lol: big block's really should only be used in jet boats.:lol: :lol:

Don't forget the V-Drive Flats! :yes:

Tremendous.:thumbsup:

Looking forward to seeing your progress.

Way cool...
I have not been teased that much since? well never mind!!!

Your car is subtle...I like that.




:lol:

Awesome, I've had many of Drink to Dave Allan Coe, Nice Car.

Thanks guys for all the cool feedback!

Been meaning to post an update over here..........not enough hours in the day! Skip beat me to posting the video clip. :)

Camaro is "almost" done. Did some more "test-driving" this past weekend. We have almost 150 miles on it doing shakedowns and working out a few bugs. Must admit - very happy with the handling....it is amazing.....very stable....not sketchy in anyway.....great ride....very pleased. Car is now at the body shop for several "details". Hope to have it back in a couple of weeks.

Have come a long way since these:

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...o/DSCN3311.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h.../Camaro2-1.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...4262009006.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...Camaro12-1.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...aro-Casey6.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...aro-Casey5.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...o/DSC02871.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...o/DSC02862.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...o/DSC02856.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...o/DSC02849.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...o/DSC02834.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...o/DSC02830.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...DSC02891-1.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...ro/Tires-4.jpg

Damn! Very cool build! :thumbsup:

X2:thumbsup: Man I love this camaro.Totally BadA$$.:thumbsup: PLease keep us posted over here.Scott M.

Nice job. It looks and sounds great.

Such a cool build! Love it! :thumbsup:

Yeah, I thought it was time to end the suffering.

:D

Man I love this build. What do you plan on doing with the 2 sets of wheels? Both look great on there. :thumbsup:

Here's the working link to Scott's vid.

He may post an update soon.

Thanks Skip - Yeah been quite a while between posts. Forgot that besides spending all the time building the car it is actually fun to also yap with fellow car nuts. So with the new 2013 season right around the corner, looking forward to sharing some build updates as well as some track time experiences with the Lat-G Crew. :thumbsup:

Spent most of last season working out a host of bugs that pop up with any build once the car hits the streets. Got a LOT of stuff squared away properly. From wiring to cooling to fuel system to engine tune, etc., etc., I have turned wrenches on every inch of the Camaro. Never ending focus has been working on getting the right combo with the suspension - amazing how adjustable the Cup chassis' are. A work in progress as they say.

Right now I am in the process of replacing the fuel cell bladder. Had a nasty leak - spent the past couple days getting it hazmat clean - hoping to have new cell in place with everything buttoned up this weekend.

Doing a bunch of updates as well this year - got some real trick NASCAR "Spek" gauges to replace the Autometer set up.

More stuff to follow as the weather gets warmer and more progress is made.

Thanks for all the interest!

- Scott

Couple of shots from end of last season:

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...013/photo5.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...013/photo4.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...013/photo6.jpg

Yesterday:
http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...2013/photo.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...013/photo2.jpg

New "Spek" Gauges:
http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...013/photo1.jpg

I mostly run the Billet Ralley Wheels on the street. Occassionally I will sport the Aero/Goodyear set up for an afternoon cruise - but mainly I got them for track day fun. Actually looking at doing a new wheel/tire set up this season that maximizes wheel and tire size based on the room I have. Have looked at so many wheels I am dizzy. :lostmarbles:

This thing is pure bitchen :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

I can never get enough of this camaro.

Scott,

Something on the dark side? ;)

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k1...ps0ee11a08.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k1...ps24fd4e02.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k1...ps3c861e3f.jpg

Believe it or not Skip, Formula 43 Wheels were my first choice! I really like that they are "stepped lip" wheel hoop construction (super strong) and they have some great designs. I was dead set on the "RAD20" as shown below, but wanted them, like you referenced, in "Lord Vader Black".

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/h...arts/Rad20.png

They would have looked so cool. Alas, it was not meant to be.

Unfortunately Formula 43 does not make the RAD20 with a "5 on 5" lug pattern like I have with the NASCAR hubs. I was bummed, because these wheels are very sharp and would have looked "Grade A Bad A**" on the Camaro.

My wheel brand choices are limited by the "5 on 5" lug pattern as well as the mandatory 3" "center bore" I need to work with my set up.

The wheel/tire combo in your pics are exactly what I like. Super sharp in black anodized. Nice deep dish look. Hope to be able to use Formula 43 wheels on a future build.

The search continues............:D

I have a nice solution for you Mr Zuper.... PM incoming.

Wonder how this one is doing...