1973 Camaro - Autocross / Street Car project

[SLO_Z28]

Did you like the quality on the UP22 aka Unlimited Products hood? I've been on the fence about getting a L88 hood from them for some time now, the thing holding me back is knowing how much work some fiberglass panels take to get them to fit.

[73CPCAMARO]

Originally Posted by SLO_Z28

Did you like the quality on the UP22 aka Unlimited Products hood? I've been on the fence about getting a L88 hood from them for some time now, the thing holding me back is knowing how much work some fiberglass panels take to get them to fit.

It was okay. The cowl was not even from left to right side near the windshield side. That was one of the reasons why we had to cut it down. Other than that, for fiberglass, it was okay. I believe there are better hoods out there. Since I was not fitting it to a Camaro with existing steel fenders, I do not know how the fitment would be.

Brian

[conekiller13]

Originally Posted by SLO_Z28

Did you like the quality on the UP22 aka Unlimited Products hood? I've been on the fence about getting a L88 hood from them for some time now, the thing holding me back is knowing how much work some fiberglass panels take to get them to fit.

I know this is a little late but I had to chime in My experience with unlimited fiberglass products. I purchased an L-88 hood from them for My Chevelle and the only thing that was unlimited was the amount of problems with both the product and the customer service. I can't say enough bad things about that company. It was certainly not the cheapest option. When I received the hood the fitment was so bad you could put your fist between the hood and the fender on the driver side. The edges were unfinished and separating. The gelcoat looked like it had been dragged across the factory floor, the underside was unfinished. When I called to express My concerns I was told I could pay to ship it back ($100) and they would evaluate it. If the thought is met their standards I would have to pay to ship it back. If they agreed it was defective they would send me another (me still paying for shipping) in 6-12 weeks. So either way I was out another $200 and maybe three months. I ended up spending a bunch of time trying to fix it. That whole experience was 10 years ago and was disappointing I still have the motivation to type all this and dissuade some one from shopping with them.

Steer clear.


Brian, your car still kicks ass and I wanna see it up here in July for Tour.

[73CPCAMARO]

I got the transmision back from Competition Transmissions and Gears in North Carolina this week. I changed the gearing to a better setup for the road courses. I ended up with 2.24, 1.73, 1.30, 1.0 gears. My Dad and I just finished installing it and my Daughter and I took it for a spin to make sure all it good...and it is!

I will be driving Blu Balz in Las Vegas next week and then back to my Camaro for a few local events and the Goodguys in June at the Pleasanton Fairgrounds.

[Sieg]

Good to hear! Look forward to hearing how BB does in Vegas.

[Flash68]

sounds like a great choice of new ratios... what rear end gear you running?

[73CPCAMARO]

Originally Posted by Flash68

sounds like a great choice of new ratios... what rear end gear you running?

I have 3.70 rear ratio. We will see how it is. I may go to a 3.89 if 2nd gear is a bit too tall. I like to run 2nd gear on most autocross courses. 1st gear will be good for the peanut Goodguys courses or slow portions of other autocross courses. The beauty of this transmission is that it is so easy to shift up and down (no clutch).

[MikeC40]

Is glass flush mounted? classic auto glass innovations? or custom

[Cris@JCG]

Does this mean I finally get to drive her? See you next weekend!

Originally Posted by 73CPCAMARO

I got the transmision back from Competition Transmissions and Gears in North Carolina this week. I changed the gearing to a better setup for the road courses. I ended up with 2.24, 1.73, 1.30, 1.0 gears. My Dad and I just finished installing it and my Daughter and I took it for a spin to make sure all it good...and it is!

I will be driving Blu Balz in Las Vegas next week and then back to my Camaro for a few local events and the Goodguys in June at the Pleasanton Fairgrounds.