67 Camaro project "It Don't Fit" - Page 22 - Lateral-g Forums

makoshark · #**211** 06-23-2013, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by tubbed69

car is looking good stance is nice

Thanks...I had to fudge on the rear and the front is a little lower than actual ride height with the coilovers installed. The rear I moved the lower shock bracket to the bottom two holes. I'm not sure if that will work out or not. I certainly hope so because I don't want it any higher.

Rick D · #**212** 06-23-2013, 10:57 AM

An easy way to get it level in your garage is set your jack stands up and put a level across them then you can use sheet metal or wood to use a shims. Then you can mark where you put them. Then put the car up and check your measurements from there. Also make sure to use plum bobs so you can make sure it doesn't move while you are taking your measurements and if you need to move or adjust stuff.

makoshark · #**213** 06-23-2013, 11:23 AM

Wouldn't putting a level in the open door jamb on top of the rocker suffice? That's how I did it when I installed the quarters and built my rotisserie anyway.

Seems it would be difficult dropping plumb lines from the car without already having reference points with measurements.

Roberts68 · #**214** 06-25-2013, 08:37 AM

I think it looks killer with the stance and full wheelwells , if you think it will definitely rub then I would say move the rear in a smidge. That would seem easy to do at any point if using spacers as you described.
I don't have facts or experience regarding the four link but it would sure seem that you could adjust the rear end back on the side needed...but if all links are equal lengths why are they producing such a different position?
Initially I thought of a geometry math problem when you posed the question. I would be tempted to draw out representative scenarios or make a popsicle or similar stick model... maybe on an inch to mm scale? Or just to play with if it is easier to adjust than the 4 link which would seem to be a given. Is each link adjustable in length? If so you should be able to move the wheel in any direction, how much before binding something is the question.

**waynieZ** · #**215** 06-25-2013, 10:48 AM

I like it. It looks really nice.

Sonar Chief · #**216** 06-25-2013, 09:34 PM

A roller in the new driveway .... looking good sir

makoshark · #**217** 06-26-2013, 04:23 PM

Thanks guys

makoshark · #**218** 08-18-2013, 11:47 PM

It's been a while since I made any updates on the project or even had time to work on it. I did manage to get out this afternoon and get something done that I have been fretting about for a long time. I finally cutout the a/c vents in my non-a/c 67 Camaro. I'm going to be running a Vintage Air setup, but wanted to utilize the factory style dash vents. The non-a/c 67's did not come with the holes cut out for the dash vents, so I had to do it. I managed to get them cutout right the first try!

Now onto another dilemma I've created this past week. I've been in search of a set of gauges that I actually liked. I finally Friday ordered a set that I really do like. I hope they will have them done and in my hands within the next two weeks. I'll be using the factory gauge carrier to house the speedo and tach, but I'm not completely sure where to mount the, right now, 4 2 1/16" gauges. That includes the fuel, voltage, oil pressure and water temperature gauges. I didn't purchase the other gauge that I decided to run and that is a transmission temp gauge. In the picture, you can see I made a spot to mount 3 small gauges a while back for my custom console, but that's not going to house all 5 gauges. I could use some help brainstorming on how best to add 2 more gauges. I'm not opposed to mounting some of them in the dash, but want it to look almost factory.

Anyone have any ideas?

Leadfoot1 · #**219** 08-19-2013, 09:18 AM

You can put the volt and trannny gauges in the console, its the ones you wont look as often and there seems to be a lot of space. Would help in keeping it clean and not overflooded with gauges....

Or get a race pak.

Lead.

Roberts68 · #**220** 08-19-2013, 10:37 AM

Have you seen this thread on TC?

Just throwing that at the wall to see if it sticks. If you are doing a cage then they may not be in your favor. You could redo your console to house 2 guages or make it for three and use a blank in case the need arises later, like for boost or something.

You are not the only one that has not made it to quality time in the garage lately... lemmee tell ya.

Any more details on the new gauges? Looks pretty slick.
My current plan is a custom face on the DD VHX series. I talked with them at CarCraft St. Paul last month.