71' L-88 Corvette Replica (kinda)
 

Its been a while since I have posted a build but instead of posting all the build pics, I have posted my build site below and then will post new pictures as I go. Update on the engine is I plan to use BluePrint Engines LS 427 FI 620hp. Not quit there yet but hope to have this on the road by the end of summer. Thanks

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...ica-kinda.html

I've seen this build thread.Awesome build coming along.Would luv to build a C3 for my self.

getting there, need a few brackets for the fuel cell and some cross bracing for the roll bar

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Lookin good.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: I missed it in the other thread.Who builds the chassis.

It was Jeff Leech at Mid America Industries

I finished the roll bar and bracket for the fuel cell. Just waiting on a side mount bracket for the optima battery and then tear it down and get it to the powder coater's

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I wish the folks over here could see the corvette you started with. What an amazing nice car.Very cool project!!!!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Thanks and all they need to do is to hit the link on the first post. It's a PITA do reload all the pics

I have decided to go with BluePrint Engines LS3 427FI. I am still a few months away but hope to have the entire car completed this summer. More pics after this weekend

Ready to go to the powder coaters next week if I do not have to notch my front cross member to clear the balancer.

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Those flare's cool.!!!!!!!!!!Can't wait to see it after powder coating.

Really cool build. Love the c2/3 cars and I really like seeing them modified. Good luck!

Love the build! I just read through your post over on CF....about the reaction I was expecting from those guys. I just purchased a pretty mint '69 small block for a similar but less radical project....LS motor, Lemans/Trans Am "influenced" but without the full chasis/cage/flares/etc. I too am of the theory to start a project with the best car you can afford, and you'll save money in the long run....some of the Vette guys just dont get that. Im looking forward to your progress!

Looking fwd to your build as well.

I am slowly moving fwd with the frame being powder coated, suspension apart and ready to be cleaned and clear coated. I will order new bushings and ball joints this week

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Look's outstanding!!!!

Hope to have the suspension cleaned and clear coated this weekend . I did finally get my Dana 44 and it has 3:92 rear and mated with the LS3/427 it will haul the mail. Hope to order the motor in 2 weeks

Will you be ordering a Blueprint 427.

I plan on buying their LS3/427FI motor this month

All the suspension is cleaned and ready to be cleaned with aluminum cleaner then etched before I clear coat it

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All the suspension is cleaned and ready to be cleaned with aluminum cleaner then etched before I clear coat it

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The front suspension is complete still waiting on the yokes from Mid America Industries. He said it will be weds



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Finally I ordered my LS3/427 FI from BluePrint Engines. It should be here in late May, 620 hp and 568lbs of torque.

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Suspension looks great. Those aluminum C4 pieces really clean up well.

Lookin good.

Thanks getting there slowly

I can not stop smiling my Blueprint LS3/427Fi was delivered today and it looks great. It dyno'd at 618hp at 6200 and 574 lbs torq at 4400 rpm. At 2800 rpm it has 500lbs of torq. I also ordered my TKO600 5 spd from American Power train from the flywheel back so I am slowly moving fwd. Andrew at Blueprint was great to work with. I almost have the rear suspension together with fuel cell next. Bill at American Power train was very good as well.

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That car is going to be an animal! Can't wait to see more updates. :headspin:

thanks

Here is the dyno sheet for my BluePrint LS3/427FI. I have been getting the body ready for primer after I seal the doors,T-tops and fire wall.

After two weeks of "honey do's" I had a few minutes this weekend to start things moving again. I mounted my Blue Print LS3 427 onto the frame, smoothed the firewall, closed in the air inlet holes on the bottom of the front valance and fitted the rear exhaust panel. I plan on shooting gel coat (Duretec) on the doors, firewall and T-tops this weekend and have it in primer ready for paint the first week of August. I'm slowly moving fwd

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After two weeks of "honey do's" I had a few minutes this weekend to start things moving again. I mounted my Blue Print LS3 427 onto the frame, smoothed the firewall, closed in the air inlet holes on the bottom of the front valance and fitted the rear exhaust panel. I plan on shooting gel coat (Duretec) on the doors, firewall and T-tops this weekend and have it in primer ready for paint the first week of August. I'm slowly moving fwd

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I am loving this build!

Thanks I just sprayed the gel coat (Duretec) on the doors, firewall and T-tops and that stuff is very nice to work with

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Nice vette build!!! I had a 69 in college....Your build is looking very "NICE"!!!
Keep at it :))))

thanks

Its been a while but the car is in final gel coat and should be in primer next weekend. All the body work is complete. The transmission should be on its way, American Powertrain is behind. I also thought I would share my security signs I have around the property, visitors should get the message.

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After a few delays I installed my TKO 600 from American Powertrain. I want add that their customer service is first rate. On Friday I noticed I had the wrong flywheel bolts so I called and they overnighted the correct bolts. On Sunday, I called their hot line to ask a question about the hydraulic throw-out bearing and their rep actually stepped out of church to answer my call, now that is special. I also ordered a box of 1 7/8" pipe along with 3 1/2 to begin to build my headers. I will use Ed's flanges with starter tubes and go from there. I'm looking into building something very similar to the header that is attached. Thanks

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I LOVE this project Vstol :thumbsup:

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