69 Camaro Conv. - LS3 Transplant - Page 2 - Lateral-g Forums

WILWAXU · #11 11-16-2009, 10:33 AM

Beautiful car! Love that color.

Heart transplant is very cool.

MarkM66 · #12 11-16-2009, 10:39 AM

Good deal Jon.

Let me know if you need any help.

Jon69RagTop · #13 11-16-2009, 07:34 PM

Thanks for the kind words everyone. I remember second guessing my decision on paint 10 years ago, but I've really been happy with the choice.

Regarding the question on "Power Tour", I've never completed the Long Haul, but this last year was probably the most I've ever completed. I peeled off in Dayton, and based on the wash-out in Somerset, it was the right choice.

My first time welding on sheet metal was a learning experience for sure. Made the mistake of buying .30 wire, and kept blowing small holes on the metal. Panel going in was a little thicker than factory sheet metal, so the holes ususally ended up on the factory skin. Switched to .24 wire and finished her up, and filled any pin holes inside and out with 3M sheet metal epoxy, the stuff they glue panels on with. My cousin owns a body shop so access to the guys at the shop and supplies sure comes in handy. Firewall is in primer now and the subframe is completed with POR 15 satin black.

Notice the 10 year old Merrills!

Next step was to throw together some DSE stands and move the car for first mock-up with engine and tranny going in.

For motor plates I went the route of Car Shop Adapter plates with 1" set-back and Energy Suspension Mounts. Hooker Headers and Competition Engineering Cross Member kit from summit for $50. I figured the money I save from making it myself helps pay for the new Hobart Welder.

Besides, welding, cutting, grinding and fabrication is 1/2 the fun.

I'm having a blast on this project!!!!