Ironworks to build the Chassisworks 1967 Camaro for Muscle Car Power Magazine

[ironworks]

I have been working on putting this project togther for quite a while. Travis (Red Rocker) from Muscle Car Power and I talked about doing a build series article on how "Fabricators" Like us might build a Pretty "Bolt togther" camaro. And what parts we would combine to make a very well balanced and capable street car and track car. Would we build it just to Autocross or actually haul ass on the track, would we just say it works or would we put it to the test. Would we just show the parts in the picture and say they work great because we got them for "FREE". Or would we work and show all the advantages for the parts choices we made.

So on to the parts selection for today. I decided to use the Chassisworks suspension parts system for the Camaro. For a few reasons, Nobody seems to have any solid numbers, but I think the Chassisworks might be lightest front clip on the market. (camaros have a lot of weight on the front). Plus I felt it would give me the most aggresive ride height. Liked some of the trick features in the front end. like on the fly camaber/caster adjustments, no shims. Plus I think I can fit a 295/17 or 18 on the front. I will work to show you guys the reasons I choose the parts I choose here and in the magazine.

So on to the the build, 1967 Camaro.
Chassisworks suspension




Gm Performance Parts LS7, 600 hp and all aluminum..... need I say more

Lemons headers for the LS7, Great Quality premade header


FAST EFI system -Tuning ability and will plug directly into racepak.

Anvil Auto Carbon parts to get more weight off the nose, and make it cool.

BFG Tires 295/35/18 and 335/30/18's KDW's and R1's

Wheels will be a "ONE OFF" design between Ironworks and Shaun @ EVOD wheels.

Clayton Machineworks has some really bitchin Pedals come out and We are on the list for those. They will be start shipping in July.


We will be running Wilwood 13" brakes front and rear. With a Wilwood master cylinder.

Marquez Design will be showing off alot of new products to add to their highly sought after product line.

Ring Brother Hinges and Hood pins should help finish out the front Billet accesories quite well.

Of course with out the helpful guidance of our own Carter Hickman. Who is Currently hammering out another Camaro rendering for this project.


I will keep you guys updated as the parts arrive and my credit cards help stimulate the Economy. Tommorrow she hits the scales to get a base line.

Enjoy

[Ricochet]

Glad to see this out in the open finally! I know there has been a ton of work behind the scenes going on for sometime on this endeavor. Look forward to seeing this come together. I think this will be a great build!

BTW - those pedals from Clayton I know now what I'll be running!!

[dodge]

I agree.Those pedal assemblies are very cool

I look forward to watching this build

[Ummgawa]

Man those pedals are sick. I very much look forward to the build up and please post as many pictures as you can get away with.

[ironworks]

Here are some of the selling points that made me go with the Chassisworks Front Subframe.
I really like the fact I can change camber / caster adjustments with out a having a floor jack. And if you spent some time at your local alignment shop, you could count the revolutions between your street set up and your track set up.


I also like the fact I could clock the rack and pinion to optimise header clearance with the steering shaft and also improve U joint angles if needed to smooth out the steering.


For a track car I like the bumpsteer adjusters, The front suspension is all computer designed and laid out for the best bumpsteer but this would let you tune for your desired specs.


The front sway bar on the Chassisworks front subframe has 2 options, 1.25" or 1.285" We choose the 1.285" bar. I liked the fact the sway bar would not have issues with the oil pan.


Alot of these design advantages are due to the fact of a clean sheet design. Nothing is based around already existing parts. Everything is designed from a clean slate.

Here is a picture of the bed of my F-450 full to the brim with Chassisworks Products last Saturday.


Thanks

Rodger

[ironworks]

Originally Posted by Ummgawa

Man those pedals are sick. I very much look forward to the build up and please post as many pictures as you can get away with.

Well inbetween the shots I post here and the tech articles in Muscle Car Power, I'm hoping to tease you into buying Muscle Car Power by revealing the twist or untold info with more pictures.

It should be interesting that is for sure.

[Josh69]

Cool, I just got my first issue of Muscle Car Power and loved it, so this will be sweet to watch unfold both here and there.

Those pedals are beyond bitchin.

[Flash68]

Wow what a killer project, Rodger.

[skatinjay27]

sweet!!!!!!!
is that the 67 you got when you "stole" 50/50

[ironworks]

Yeap, sure.