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ZuperZport

10-21-2005, 02:51 PM

Some were asking if this could be done. Well my "body-guy" & I are giving it a shot. What you have here is a new McLaughlin NASCAR rolling-road-course-chassis that I am grafting together with a 1967 Camaro body. Extensive planning, measuring & head scratching :hammer: occurred long before the torch was put to metal. We are past three quarters done on all the metal work to date. The few shots you see here are about four weeks ago. Once all metal work is done we will assemble all components for test fitting, then disassemble for paint work. Body is fully removable and bolts to frame work.

TonyL

10-21-2005, 02:56 PM

sweet. Just like big red!

Keep us updated!

F70t/a

10-21-2005, 03:27 PM

Damn that is badass :usa: Can't wait for the updates :cheers:

vanzuuk1

10-21-2005, 04:24 PM

Scott breaks his silence...

I expect to see that car pull in my driveway april 30th.

I have had a hard time not sharing photos and info, glad you went public.

Damn True

10-21-2005, 05:02 PM

That is freakin cool!

I'd love to do something similar with a modern Trans-Am race chassis.

ViperBlue68

10-21-2005, 06:04 PM

:jawdrop: That thing is gonna be sweet! how much does a chassis like that cost if you dont mind me asking?

Steve Chryssos

10-21-2005, 06:09 PM

Totally bad ass a lot!

qwik1320

10-21-2005, 06:31 PM

Very, very, VERY cool

69Nova

10-21-2005, 06:39 PM

That is going to be sweet. My next project will be sorta like this, hopefully. And what about doors, will you have to climb in NASCAR style or will part of the cage be hinged.

Andrew Petty

BonzoHansen

10-21-2005, 07:26 PM

:cheers: Cool. I always wanted a cup car style air cleaner setup. It is just so..functional looking. All business.

6'9"Witha69

10-21-2005, 08:57 PM

oooooohhhhh! Can you say G-Machine boys and girls.

That thing is freakin sweet.

DarkBuddha

10-21-2005, 09:30 PM

That is freaking cool for sure! I've just got a couple questions:

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If so, are there similar plans for it???

yody

10-21-2005, 11:51 PM

Damn, that car should be something else when finished, please join us in the tech discussions too, as I am sure we could benefit from your knowledge! I would love to hear specifics on car AND pictures.

ALLFAITH

10-24-2005, 07:10 AM

Scott,

Looks great, no wonder you have been MIA locally. Hope all is well.

Brad

nestockcar

10-24-2005, 09:05 AM

Wow! My NASCAR theme was just to have some of the components (such as: 14" mirror, Tilton pedals, window net, Basset/Aero looking wheels, quick release steering, full floater 9", Kirkey Seats, etc.) This goes way beyond, really cool!
One question: will it have roof flaps? That would be plain wicked.

Bill Howell

10-24-2005, 10:03 AM

Scott,
I know timing is tight, but are you planning to do the 2006 Power Tour? It would be a great way to introduce it to the world. I look forward to seeing the finished product.

beyonda68

10-24-2005, 11:20 AM

Wow! That thing kicks :box: . More pics please.

Steve Chryssos

10-24-2005, 11:34 AM

Scott,
I know timing is tight, but are you planning to do the 2006 Power Tour? It would be a great way to introduce it to the world. I look forward to seeing the finished product.

That's the nice thing about streetfighters: Even if they ain't "finished", they still look so cool.

ACEFOOTER

10-24-2005, 11:35 AM

Can't wait to see it. My dream car has been Bob Owens' "The Real Deal" featured in PHR last year http://popularhotrodding.com/features/0406phr_owen/ "complete Port City Chassis front end mounted to a custom tube frame race car chassis using .095-inch wall 1-3/4-inch tubing.
Key pieces include Afco double-adjustable coil-over shocks, Speedway Engineering swaybars, an Appelton power-assisted rack and pinion attached to a custom Ididit column, a custom Watts linkage mounted to a Winters quick-change 9-inch rear with 4.11 gears, Wilwood brakes all around (8-piston calipers in front, 6-piston calipers in back) and a 22-gallon Fuel Safe fuel cell."

Damn True

10-24-2005, 12:51 PM

Oh wow that thing is SICK!

I kinda dig the wing, I was considering having a second decklid with one attached to bolt on for track days. The stang that TCP built has a nice look to it with a wing.
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vanzuuk1

10-24-2005, 02:06 PM

That mustang is really cool but it looks like its giving birth to a fuel cell. I would still take it as a xmas prresent.

69Nova

10-24-2005, 02:32 PM

Thats funny. I think it looks like the car is taking a dump, if you know what i mean.

Andrew Petty

vanzuuk1

10-24-2005, 03:30 PM

I was going to say "passing" a fuel cell. Still a wicked car.

Tig Man

10-24-2005, 05:49 PM

All the cup road race chassis are offset to the right!! Did you get Mike and Jackie to change the snout points to square it up?They haven't been square since the early nineties when Sears Point was first run. Not that it really makes a big difference one the street Just my 2cts!!

Mark

primate

10-24-2005, 06:28 PM

insanity at its finest.

absolutely awesome.

ZuperZport

10-24-2005, 07:18 PM

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TitoJones

10-24-2005, 08:07 PM

That last drivers side 3/4 view with the new wheels is amazing. I really like the direction you went with the car.

Tyler

69Nova

10-24-2005, 09:05 PM

Thats not bad for a rolling chassis. Why do you want to add more bars to the cage, aren't NASCAR cars very safe to begin with. Again I want to say I love your car.

Andrew Petty

Damn True

10-24-2005, 11:47 PM

I'm guessing they lost some structural integrity when they removed the door bars and are trying to gain it back with supports placed elsewhere.

Id be interested in seeing some detail shots of how you went about hanging the bodywork on the chassis.

Man that is cool!

Maybe someday (post humongus lottery win) I'll pick up a chassis from Paul Gentilozzi and do something similar.

vanzuuk1

10-25-2005, 01:56 PM

Scott , can I follow you around this summer, it will be the only time my car doesnt get dirty looks from the yuppies and tree huggers.

I bet you get a teary eyed hug from an earnhart fan or two.

Rybar

10-25-2005, 03:16 PM

That is an awesome concept. And the car looks great with the wheels you chose. Nice job, and can't wait to see it done.

gsxrken

10-25-2005, 05:46 PM

sinned

10-25-2005, 06:36 PM

I think most will agree that I'm not the easiest guy to impress...I am jealous as hell. That would be one bithchin' ass daily driver. THAT is the definition of "street fighter" for those who were wondering. Leave it in suede black-:evil:

I'd probably have gone with a 17/18 combo vs. the bling-bling but that's just me. Setting the chassis is going to drive your bro nuts with those rear wheels, especially since he used to cars with a sidewall.

madmax

10-25-2005, 06:56 PM

69Nova

10-25-2005, 07:47 PM

I think it is a '69. The huge wheel flares kinda mess up the look of that '69, dont get me wrong I love the car.

Andrew Petty

parsonsj

10-25-2005, 07:51 PM

ZZ (Scott)

Outstanding! I love the concept, and the execution looks gorgeous. Don't be a fly-by sort of guy now. Hang out with us in the tech sections too.

jp

Ralph LoGrasso

10-25-2005, 08:23 PM

Am I crazy, or is that not a '69? (The article mentions it being a '69 a couple times)

It's definitely a '69. But as was said, the fender flares distort the lines of the car.

ZuperZport

10-25-2005, 08:38 PM

I could write a book about this build. Rather than droning on for three pages I'll try and write a little about each area.

- The Body - We literally removed the entire floor and trunk area from the Camaro along with 75% of the firewall. The cowl area has an entire substructure of 1 1/2" tubing reinforcement. The body substructure continues from the firewall under the rockerpanels and up and over the rear wheel wells, then flows into the trunk where each side is tied together at the rear of the body (rear valance). This frame work bolts to gussets welded on the NASCAR chassis in several even locations. The rollcage has been narrowed to accomodate the body with its hinged doors. The entire body can safely be removed from the chassis without twisting or warping. Remember making car models and one of the last things you did after assembling the chassis was slide the body over the car? Thats basically what we have done. The benefits of doing this is a more structuraly sound body. Also after all the roll cage bars are finished we can remove the body to do all of the paint work on the cage. The enitire chassis is getting painted separate from the body. The first 12" of a Camaro subframe were welded to the front of the chassis. Camaro radiator support and fenders bolt to their stock locations. The firewall was reworked under the windshield area where NASCAR meets Camaro. Since the motor is further back than stock a cutout was designed for the distributor. The original Camaro firewall tag is intact along with the stamped VIN number below the blower motor.

Poopy

10-25-2005, 10:52 PM

This is by far the coolest thing I've seen on this site, and this site has a LOT of amazing cars. Way to go!

vanzuuk1

10-26-2005, 03:00 AM

Scott You realize you need two bodys, a show body with paint and a flat black beater body you can swap out. You could put an electric winch in each garage, you just pull the chassis in and lower the body onto it.

Ken , dont you mean testosterone? :icon_razz

scogin918

10-26-2005, 03:07 AM

Am I crazy, or is that not a '69? (The article mentions it being a '69 a couple times)

that's not a '69 dash. What rear end are you guys using?

BonzoHansen

10-26-2005, 05:42 AM

Hey Ace, be honest- is this a subtle swipe at the guy, basically saying it's been done before, or did tonight's salmon just raise my estrogen level a bit?

But that one in PHR appears to be a checkbook ride. And has an awful wing on it. :puke:

Scott, the car looks great and I can’t wait to see more pics. That looks like what a lot of us only dream about.

TLWiltman

10-29-2005, 12:42 AM

A couple of questions.

-Did you leave the wheelbase at 110".
-How closely did the "greenhouse" section of the chassis match up with your camaro's body

Very cool project.

ZuperZport

10-29-2005, 06:39 AM

Tad -
Yes, the wheelbase is 110". Fortunatly the truck arm suspension has "eye hook" mounts towards the front of the arm that allows for slight adjustment fore and aft, it has allowed us to center the rear end in the wheelwell just right.

The roof section fits like a glove with the Cup car cage. We kept 80% of the cage intact. We removed the a-pillar bars, door bars & roof hoop. We then used a Competition Engineering conversion kit (3 pieces) that gave us a new a-pillar that contoured correctly with the Camaro windshield rake and also gave us a new roof hoop that tied everything in nicely.

madmax

10-29-2005, 07:37 AM

It's definitely a '69. But as was said, the fender flares distort the lines of the car.

I didn't look at the last picture... I guess? :dunno: I looked at the pic where it is zoomed in on the headlamp and I thought the Z/28 emblem was the rally light (or whatever they are called) of a '67. I guess thats what I get for browsing at 2AM :rolleyes5

Max

beyonda68

10-29-2005, 11:29 AM

I like the car a lot. My only complaint is ...NOT ENOUGH PICS:). Swaping bodies, man that is a great idea I wish my girl would let me do that.

ACEFOOTER

11-03-2005, 07:06 PM

Hey Ace, be honest- is this a subtle swipe at the guy, basically saying it's been done before, or did tonight's salmon just raise my estrogen level a bit?

Salmons gotta be fresh or it can mess with your perception. I can honestly say I will never take a "swipe" at some ones project, subtle or brazen! Tony mentioned Big Red, and The Real Deal is the only other 1st Gen F-body that has struck me the same way until this car. I'm a huge NASCAR fan and have often thought how cool of a project this would be, alas not one meant for my humble pocket book.

Bonzo-I agree that wing is horrible but he says it works.

ZuperZport- Looking Very forward to more Pics and reports on how bad ass it is on the road! Hope I did not offend!

kmcanally

11-04-2005, 04:42 AM

Holy crap! Unbelievable...

Are you going to run the bb as shown in the pics? If so how will it be built?

ZuperZport

11-14-2005, 08:19 AM

Quick facts:

- Engine - LS-7 454 Big Block
- Transmission - Richmond T-10
- Rear - Ford 9"
- Fuel Cell - ATL FB322D 22 gallon
- Wheels - Wheel Vintiques Billet Ralleys 20" & 18"
- Tires - BF Goodrich G-Force KDW I

ALLFAITH

11-14-2005, 01:01 PM

Scott looks great, where is the 358CID NASCAR motor ? Only thing missing :)
For those of us lucky to know Scott, he is not only great guy, but a great fabricator putting together his dream car. if his car turns out like its first incarnation, will be impeccably detailed and 100% show and go. Looking forward to it.

You painting it the same green color ?

You should post hood fabrication pictures from the last one, let the masses see your great work.

Brad

ZuperZport

11-14-2005, 03:52 PM

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evilzee28

02-24-2006, 06:20 AM

Way cool car, any more pictures??:pics2:

Steve Chryssos

02-24-2006, 07:24 AM

THAT is the definition of "street fighter" for those who were wondering. Leave it in suede black-:evil:
I couldn't agree more.

I'd probably have gone with a 17/18 combo vs. the bling-bling but that's just me.
I agree again!!

It warms my cockles to see cars coming together that look like they could survive the apocolypse.

rocketman

02-24-2006, 07:50 AM

you gonna weld the doors and side in the window,lol.do a black and silver paint scheme with 3,dale would be pround to race it.looks cool,i have seen a new monte carlo cup a guy modified to street legal.

nitrovette

02-24-2006, 08:08 AM

I love where your going with this,cant wait to see it finished,thats a sweet ride.

h_leadfoot

02-24-2006, 08:10 AM

Nice work man!

Since your building a Nascar-replica, do you know wich sponsors they had back in 1968?

boodlefoof

02-24-2006, 08:35 PM

Any idea what the final weight on the car is going to be?

camaro608

02-25-2006, 12:43 PM

finally a "real" chevy in nascar

sonofernest

02-25-2006, 10:02 PM

in nascar?? I would watch nascar is this is what they were driving.

TLWiltman

03-29-2006, 04:52 AM

so...
Any updates? I'm interested how your project is going. <if only I could find a west coast shop to...>.

ProStreet R/T

03-29-2006, 03:44 PM

Yeah, pics please.

That car is going to be so freaking cool :jawdrop:

Payton King

03-30-2006, 09:26 AM

Hell of a project you have going there and some really nice work. I live in Charlotte, is the chassis back from your brother? If not, I would love to see it while it is here.

ssdeuce

04-27-2006, 10:18 AM

more pics please!

Chad-1stGen

04-27-2006, 10:58 AM

Wow that car is amazing looking.

Can't wait to see more updates!

ProStreet R/T

06-29-2006, 02:07 AM

Umm guys? :dunno:

Mr.VENGEANCE

01-02-2007, 10:40 PM

what ever happened to this guy?

TonyL

01-02-2007, 10:49 PM

profile says he was on today.

MuscleRodz

01-03-2007, 07:33 AM

Not sure about this one but I did the the Dyno West Camaro finished in the latest PHR done up in what looks like GULF OIL colors.

Mike

ZuperZport

01-10-2007, 09:43 AM

Last update on the NASCAR/Camaro was well over a year ago.I unfortunately struggled through some tough times physically and financially in early 06'. As one could imagine hot rod projects take a back seat to getting healthy. I am happy to say I am feeling much better now and work has become something I absolutely can't wait to get to in the morning. So the NASCAR/Camaro project has been full steam for about three months now. ALL of the metal fabrication is now complete. Some serious hours were spent getting eveything sorted out. I could write a book, but rather than bore you with every detail I will try and post a few pictures now and then with a description of what has been done and where the project is headed.

Mr.VENGEANCE

01-10-2007, 06:02 PM

good thing youre heath is good.. nothing better than a well maintained body..

anyways.. love the car.

shortrack

01-12-2007, 09:22 AM

glad your feeling better.....I want to put a Late Model chassis under my 69 chevelle so im watching this thread......keep us in the loop

formula98

01-14-2007, 04:54 PM

I'm really glad to hear you're ok. The project looks like a lot of fun. I never thougt to buy a nascar rolling assembly, great idea...

Good luck and keep the posts comming.

Ron

BMF Machine

01-28-2007, 07:17 PM

ZuperZport

02-05-2007, 01:29 PM

Hey everyone,

We dis-assembled the entire chassis and sent it out for media blast prior to mocking up the roll cage. There is another 90 FEET(!!) of tubing that will be installed to complete the deal. The whole cage will be certified for racing/off road use. One bonus of going at it from scratch, as we have done here, is that we can install a new firewall with no holes drilled, so we will can drill holes as we deem necessary. T Next step is complete assembly of "bolt-on" parts and test fitting of everything else. After that the real fun begins because we can send the chassis out to powder coat and start plating and coating all of the individual components. AFTER THAT it really gets interesting because we can do FINAL assembly of the chassis and actually "road-test" the Cup Chassis with or without the Camaro body.

Chad-1stGen

02-05-2007, 01:49 PM

sounds cool. But where are the attachments? :p

Mr.VENGEANCE

02-05-2007, 01:55 PM

i see nathin..

ZuperZport

02-05-2007, 01:57 PM

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majik16106

03-15-2007, 07:19 PM

http://www.superchevy.com/features/camaro/0406sc_1969_racing_camaro/photo_01.html

I just found this one looking for Franks car. Wow, I like it. Looks seriously angry. Holy Wing Batman! Needs two twenty pound Nos Bottles in it!

:hah: The Real Deal
Bob Owen's '69 Camaro eats so-called "g-Machines" for dinner

What are they getting at? That is the title of the article, the car is obviously a "G Machine" So, does it eat itself? :confused:

Kevin:smoke:

Just curious.. was this a joke? I hope your not actually seriously teasing about this car?

It does eat "so called ""g-machines"" for dinner". because a lot of the g-machines that people are building are never driven on the track or they are rocking 20+ inch wheels that are no good for actual racing. the title simply pointed out that this camaro is a real deal g-machine.. not a fake styled up pro-touring car. i dont mind show cars but call it what it is. and bob owens runs circles around just about everything in that car. the wing is completely functional too. just fyi.

ZuperZport

03-23-2007, 06:27 AM

The chassis has received an entirely new roll cage from bumper to bumper. This was no easy feat, it took a lot of planning, measuring and experience along with more planning, measuring and experience to get the job done. The end result is a custom engineered cage system that will provide extreme safety and look good at the same time. Most of the bars are in place, with a few more will to be added after another “body test fit session”, then final welding and reinforcing will take place.

A “new” firewall has been fabricated using steel thicker than the standard Nextel Cup car to withstand years of abuse. The pedal assemblies and steering column have been mocked up. The whole chassis is getting “pre-assembled” as any project would prior to paint. All the Cup parts are getting either plated or powder coated. The modified “stock” Camaro dashboard is being “tweaked” to fit in the chassis and will provide a cool touch to the otherwise “all business” interior.

Many more custom things are being worked on as we speak. The custom “boom tube” exhaust system with electric open header cutouts is being fabricated. The chassis to body sections are having custom made “crush panels” made to fill the gaps between the two parts. The motor has custom made adjustable motor mounts. The standard NASCAR carbon fiber air cleaner assembly will be mated to the firewall for air induction through the lower windshield cowl vents. Custom made seat brackets tie into the roll cage for maximum protection. A real deal window net will be put in. Twin battery boxes will be implemented into the trunk area. As with any Cup chassis fully adjustable jack screws and panhard bar will be in place. Six piston monster brakes will be installed. We are even doing the belt driven rear gear cooler under the chassis.

More and more cool stuff to come. Will keep everyone posted. Thanks for your continued interest.

Chad-1stGen

03-23-2007, 02:43 PM

wow!

shortrack

03-23-2007, 08:12 PM

cool!......thanks for keeping in touch........what are you going to do for an e-brake??.......wiring harness??

scogin918

03-24-2007, 06:33 AM

"Well as you can see from the attached pictures the guys at Muscle Motorsports have been working overtime to get the chassis sorted out. I have to say when you have the right people working on the job things go much smoother and the end results are 10 times more satisfying. I am extremely pleased with the knowledge, experience, professionalism and technical abilities that Adam and his crew at Muscle Motorsports have exhibited during the entire build up of the NASCAR chassis."

Those guys are great. They helped me out a bunch when it came time to buy the rear end for my car. The full-floating hubs are nice, but can the Nascar size studs and bolt pattern can be hard to find wheels for. I had to go through 2 sets with Fikse before I had to go to a tapered Chrysler stud that had the same size knurl as the hub. Good Luck with the rest of your project.

ZuperZport

03-26-2007, 09:32 AM

Hey guys,

Just catching up on some questions that were asked:

Q. Robert/Scogin918: What rear end are you guys using?
A. Going with the Ford 9" and 3:55 gears to start.

Q.kmcanally: Are you going to run the bb as shown in the pics? If so how will it be built?
A. Yep, staying with the rat motor. Was originally dynoed at 619HP with the Weiand high rise intake and 950HP Holley, but we are now going with a "low-rise" intake to incorporate the air cleaner. Gotta imagine we will lose 100+ HP with the intake swap. The motor is built to the hilt, ported and polished heads, big valves, big cam, big compression (11:1 I think)........last of the LS7s'.

Q.boodlefoof: Any idea what the final weight on the car is going to be?
A. I believe all Cup cars weigh in the same at 3400 lbs. I gotta imagine I will be a little heavier than that considering all the beef in the Camaro body. Will do an acurrate weigh in when car is done.

Q.shortrack: what are you going to do for an e-brake??.......wiring harness??
A. For now we will be using a basic Painless Wire setup. As far as the e-brake, no intentions as of yet, might just drive around with a cinder block in the trunk (just kidding).

scogin918

03-26-2007, 10:37 AM

We are using a 3.64. We'll see how it behaves with the T-56 before bringing it up (numerically that is). As far as the E-brake you could always go with the one for the driveshaft. Are you doing a differential fluid cooler? My yoke has the groove for the belt, but I haven't decided yet.

ZuperZport

03-26-2007, 11:52 AM

We are going to use the external mounted rear end cooling pump. Should be a cool addition to the many race car aspects of the Camaro.

jimhamptons

03-26-2007, 12:25 PM

Looks Great!! I have used AI Design in the past, and they blow me away with their quality work every time.

ZuperZport

04-04-2007, 10:52 AM

It is so nice to see the chassis on four wheels! As you can see most of the chassis fabrication is complete and bolt on parts have been test fitted. Still a few odds and ends to complete fabrication wise like the custom exhaust, battery boxes, etc. Should be taking everything apart within the next few weeks and ship the chassis off to paint while parts get plated and powder coated. The chassis is going to look super awesome after everything is in color and assembled.

boodlefoof

04-04-2007, 07:03 PM

Edit: It was late when I read the thread and my brain wasn't working well... at first I thought you were asking me what I estimated the weight would be on my project (around 2000-2200 pounds).

If you're building a full-frame, you can really drop a lot of weight by cutting out much of the Camaro's uni-body structure. You don't need all of the extra beef to resist twisting since the frame will be doing that. All you need is enough support to keep the body solidly attached to the new frame. With my Z project, the only uni-body structure that will remain is support around the rear window channel. While the frame will weigh around 325 pounds, I'm probably dropping about 200 pounds in structural sheetmetal.

shortrack

04-05-2007, 06:54 PM

As far as emergency brakes go I am just gonna wing it for now. I, for obvious reasons, will be super-duper careful where and how the finished car is parked.

Im not worried about actually using the e brake to hold the car......leaving it in gear will suffice anywhere I will ever park it......... but up here I will need an e brake to certify the car for street use.......(I was thinking about a roll control/ line lock) along with fore/aft adjustment of drivers seat and a couple of other stupid things.....

Ron S

04-06-2007, 10:53 AM

Love the side bars,should be kind of Dukes of Hazzard LOL.But seriously there is nothing cooler then a street driven racr car.That thing is kind of G machine to the 3rd power.Can't wait to see it done.

vanzuuk1

04-08-2007, 06:54 AM

I cant wait to see that in my driveway, people next door already think I am nuts.

Looks awesome.

ZuperZport

04-13-2007, 09:11 AM

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ZuperZport

04-25-2007, 01:17 PM

The Camaro is close to done with all fabrication and test fitting. The entire chassis is fully mocked up with the NASCAR parts and the body has been sorted out with the new cage setup. Nice to finally see it again on all four wheels!

Mr.VENGEANCE

04-25-2007, 02:04 PM

hey whats your tire and wheel combo?

ZuperZport

04-25-2007, 03:33 PM

For the now the Camaro will ride on these:
B.F. Goodrich G-Force KDW - 245/40/18 Front & 275/35/20 Rear
Wheel Vintiques Billet Ralley Wheels - 18"x8" Front & 20"x9.5" Rear

For track days, some car shows, and whenever I can get away with them on the street, I will be putting on a wider front and rear wheel setup using the NASCAR Aero wheels in black with wide-as-can-be Goodyear racing tires. Trying to sort out tire and wheel sizes now.

Tig Man

04-25-2007, 04:32 PM

Where did you buy this chassis from?? It's funny cause I see some things!!!

Mark

glock73110

04-25-2007, 07:04 PM

nice I read the first post then started wondering what happened glad to here your back on the job can't wait to see the the video .......................there will be video right

shortrack

03-16-2008, 08:19 PM

what happened to this guy????

GTOnate

03-16-2008, 08:49 PM

yeah? done yet?

whytry

03-17-2008, 09:00 AM

I'd like to know too!

ZuperZport

03-18-2008, 01:42 PM

Thanks for the continued interest. I have not gone anywhere. The Camaro is still "in progress". Lost about six months due to my builder relocating to a better facility. Would love to have the car done "yesterday" but I am sure you know any car project takes time.

There has been a ton of work done on the car in the past 4-6 months. A major amount of fabrication has been completed including:

- Rocker Panels (removable for body installation)
- Many custom sheetmetal filler panels
- Fuel Filler (LeMans Style)
- Roll Cage
- Dashboard
- HVAC System
- Wiper System
- Power Window & Door Poppers
- Twin MSD setup
- Switch Panel
- Boom Tube Exhaust with electric cut-outs
- Fuel Cell
- Battery Trays
- etc., etc.

Throttle

03-18-2008, 02:08 PM

Nice.. :D

shortrack

03-18-2008, 02:29 PM

thanks for the update.......I just picked up a 2000 Hutch intermeadiate track roller from a shop in Mooresville a few weeks ago......see "my 69 chevelle "Cup" project" in this fourm.......it has an obvious oval track set up in the car now (both front tires leaning heavily to the left) I would really like to put a roadrace set up in the car now before I start mocking it up in preparation to put the chevelle body on it, obviously I want the wheels to be as close as possible to thier ultimate position during mock up......could you or anyone you know could help me out with this set up??.....or a book on the subject specific to the Cup chassis......Im talking specific A arm and spring combos for the front and springs for the rear.......thanks ....doug

ps - that musclemotorsports site is great

ZuperZport

03-18-2008, 03:03 PM

Hey Doug - I "pm-ed" you with some info - Hope it helps.

shortrack

03-18-2008, 07:25 PM

hey thanks for the pm......wow youve really gone to town with yours with the removable body and custom gauge set up and all......with mine I'll try and utilize as much of the original racecar as I can......maybe even suede black paint and chrome wheels.......keep posting!......doug

ZuperZport

03-20-2008, 11:34 AM

Here are a few pics of the custom exhaust system we fabricated. The exhaust has an in-line muffler (somewhat quiet - think flowmaster loud) then when the electric cut-out butterflies are opened it transforms into a full open exhaust system exiting through the NASCAR "boom-tubes" (very LOUD). The cool thing about the cut-outs is you can partially open/close them for a variety of "tones". :cool:

My neighbors will hate me all over again.:6gears:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/03/CamaroBuild2831-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/03/CamaroBuild265-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/03/CamaroBuild269-1.jpg

Note the great ground clearance. Lowest part of the car is the motor crossmember at about 5 & 1/2". Can go lower by adjusting the jack-screws.

shortrack

03-20-2008, 11:58 AM

Nice...........!!!

Hellrace

03-20-2008, 12:16 PM

Pro touring extreme !!!!!!!!

:jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop:

:git:

You just showed me how I will build my exhaust system, I wanted boomtubes with a cut out to a silencer but could not find out how to make it small enough, where did you get the inline muflers ?

Exellent :woot:

Damn True

03-20-2008, 12:30 PM

How long are those inline mufflers?

formula98

03-22-2008, 08:40 PM

Wow! I'm glad to see some updates on your project. I was just thinking about you and your project. Look great I can't wait to see some more posts of the project.

kamaroman68

03-23-2008, 04:25 AM

Could you post some pictures of how you mounted the body to the frame????? I would like to see how you made it removable. I have a max g full frame for my 68 camaro and would like to make it removable also. My original design for this task works but I really dont like it. Thanks Chris

ZuperZport

03-23-2008, 08:13 AM

- The inline mufflers are motorcycle racing mufflers. They are 10" long by 3" wide and slide into the existing 3" tube. Can't recall what brand they are.....will have to get back to you on that one..

- As far as the body & frame deal - we spent countless hours developing a plan on how to do this based on the Camaro and Cup Chassis dimensions prior to any labor. In short (and I mean really ommitting about three pages of explanations) we built a "sub-frame" that goes all the way around the Camaro body. Around the firewall, down the rockers, over the rear wheels across the trunk and back. Sounds simple but the amount of labor invloved doing this was extraordinary. Not mentioned here is the ridiculous amount of time customizing wheel wells, rocker panels, firewall, valance panels, fenders, trunk, etc., etc., etc. If you look closely at the previous post's pictures of the drivers's side rocker panel you can see the seam line. The exterior rockers are "bolted-on" after we place the body on the chassis. Same deal for the real valance. When fully assembled and finished painted the seams will be covered by the correct Camaro rocker molding that goes there. Bumper will cover the rear valance seam.

While not the most detailed pictures you can see portions of the new frame and the pickup points in these pictures:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/03/CamaroBuild63-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/03/CamaroBuild611-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/03/CamaroBuild315-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/03/CamaroBuild134-1.jpg

John McIntire

03-30-2008, 09:22 AM

Please ban me! Im broke and am super jealous of those who actually have a car!

does it matter?

John McIntire

03-30-2008, 04:15 PM

oh boy, here we go again!

BRIAN

03-30-2008, 04:44 PM

I guess he doesn't read the posts on the HAMB either as how many guys there are having work done for them?

Post up your cars and work so we can all be blown away.

Leadfoot1

03-30-2008, 04:59 PM

oh boy, here we go again!

:lol: Xactly what i was going to say....:banghead:

2 posts huh... Not going to be many more if he starts this way. What an attitude!!!

Lead.

shortrack

03-30-2008, 06:29 PM

Mod banned him.

Damn True

03-30-2008, 09:52 PM

Boom Headshot!

Damn True

03-30-2008, 10:19 PM

Scott, some info on those mufflers would be appreciated.

linkstar69

03-31-2008, 01:28 AM

good riddance, BTW what does HAMB stand for?............. I'm still a forum novice

ZuperZport

04-01-2008, 09:16 AM

Hey Guys,

The exhaust place that offers the inline mufflers is called “Car Chemistry” out of Waxahachie, Texas, (972) 937-7735 (www.carchemistry.com).

They have a variety of trick exhaust solutions for space constricted undercarriages.

Here is the link to what we used on my custom exhaust system -

http://www.carchemistry.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=19

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/04/MufflerInsert-1.gif

Another very good source for custom exhaust system components is “Specialty Products Design” out of Rancho, California, (888) 778-3312 (www.spdexhaust.com).

SPD does not offer mufflers, but practically every other neat item needed for custom installation. Check out their website or give Chris a call at SPD, super-helpful.

ZuperZport

04-01-2008, 09:37 AM

Here are a few pics of the motor form the dyno session (pulled 540HP) and after paint.

After all this time working on the project it feels great to actually see something with finish paint on it!!!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/04/CamaroBuild342-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/04/CamaroBuild341-1.jpg

MZ 500

04-02-2008, 10:16 AM

454bug

09-23-2008, 08:59 PM

Rick Dorion

09-24-2008, 03:37 AM

Whew - I love it. The great thing for me is if I can adapt any one small item into my own cars. I love the creativity and scope. How about producing that exhaust as a stand alone product?

JMarsa

09-24-2008, 10:24 AM

Dr. Gas has a street version with a muffler built in:

https://www.drgas.net/category.php?cid=7&catid=1

--JMarsa

ZuperZport

09-24-2008, 11:23 AM

Hey Scott,

Just checking on the progress of your car???

I REALLY like your exhaust!!! :headbang:

First question - Where did you get your Boom Tubes??? Are they Dr. Gas or some other brand? I really like the size of them. I need to build something VERY similar for my car.

Second question - Who is the manufacturer of the electric butterfly cut-outs? Could you show us how you control them for "partial" opening???

Thanks for your time and I hope things are going well on your project!!

The Boom Tubes and associated exhaust pieces were purchased through Hutch-Pagan Racing (704) 597-1372 - they are an all NASCAR parts supplier. Dr. Gas (https://www.drgas.net/ (https://www.drgas.net/)) has them also.

The Electric Exhaust Cut Outs were bought from DMH Performance (http://www.dmhperformance.com/). They operate using a toggle style switch that can be partialy opened or closed depending on how long the switch is activated.

Here are some pics of the fully coated exhaust:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/CamaroBuild416-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/CamaroBuild412-1.jpg

ZuperZport

09-24-2008, 11:34 AM

The Camaro project is picking up steam with the Chassis and Body in paint right now. Once all the paint work is done we can do final assembly! Very psyched!!!

Here are some shots of the chassis, body, motor, etc.

More to follow as all the parts come together.

Some wise guy said once - "You cannot rush perfection" - I am in agreement with him.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/DSCN3023-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/DSCN2283-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/CamaroBuild419-1.jpg

454bug

09-24-2008, 03:13 PM

Thanks a LOT for the information!

Everything is looking great!!

formula98

09-24-2008, 07:01 PM

I'm glad to see this post moving again! I love this build. Keep em coming...

scogin918

09-25-2008, 03:39 AM

ZuperZport

09-26-2008, 01:02 PM

Do you have a picture from underneath the car with the exhaust mounted up? I am having trouble routing exhaust past the truck-arm crossmember and am interested in how you have yours set up. I'm also thinking about sidepipes as well.

Robert,

Sorry no pictures of the exhaust mounted from underneath yet......Keep us posted on your 69 Camaro project.

nicks67camaro

09-26-2008, 01:19 PM

I like the pulley set up who makes it?

chevelle19700

09-26-2008, 09:20 PM

i really like the exhaust

ZuperZport

09-27-2008, 06:55 AM

I like the pulley set up who makes it?

Its a Gilmer Drive Set up. Got it through JEGS. Part #0746PC2253 - $152.99

nicks67camaro

09-27-2008, 07:24 AM

Its a Gilmer Drive Set up. Got it through JEGS. Part #0746PC2253 - $152.99

Thanks! so you think you'll get a shake down run before snow hits?

samuel good

09-27-2008, 09:59 PM

I saw your car a few weeks ago at JAG. Very cool project! Adam is a very talented guy. :yeah:

ZuperZport

10-21-2008, 07:05 AM

Chassis fresh out of the paint booth.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/DSCN3311-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/DSCN3318-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/DSCN3312-1.jpg

Chad-1stGen

10-21-2008, 07:21 PM

Sweet!

Looking forward to pics of the assembly :)

ZuperZport

11-14-2008, 09:20 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/DSCN3504-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/DSCN3511-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/DSCN3508-1.jpg

BMF Machine

11-14-2008, 10:31 AM

:eek: God Bless! That car is gonna be GGGGGnarleY!:eek:

canadian

11-18-2008, 08:58 AM

good riddance, BTW what does HAMB stand for?............. I'm still a forum novice

http://www.jalopyjournal.com

Hokey Ass Message Board.

At least that's what I think he's referring to.

JEFFTATE

02-20-2009, 02:08 PM

Uhmmm....

Any Updates ?

ZuperZport

02-20-2009, 10:07 PM

Hey there guys,

The winter has been very productive and the Camaro is really taking shape. The build is on pace to be finished by May if all goes as planned.:fingersx:

The chassis is 99% complete. Actually adding final fluids this week and firing the motor. The suspenison, brakes, motor, exhaust, wiring, plumbing, cooling, plating, etc., etc., etc.,etc. and etc. is basically all done. Lots of different areas of the car start to come together and time and money is aimed in all directions. Had a number of suspension parts plated like the NASCAR racecars which came out great. Spent a small fortune on black AN fittings and Earl's black hoses....pricey but worth it. The stainless brake lines where a mission but came out great. Still a few details to sort out/finish but basically the chassis will be able to run and drive seperate from the body. We will do some preliminary shake downs with the chassis set up and motor tuning, hopefully curing any serious bugs before the body is mated to the chassis.

The body is having final test fitment of the Lexan windows but is otherwise 100% ready to be sprayed. An unGodly amount of time went into body prep.......she looks real sharp. Looking to a warm day in the next three weeks to spray the green. A week or so later after cure and wet sanding the body will have the headliner installed and then gets placed right onto the chassis.

From there my interior guy takes over. Kinda of a custom carpet deal with all the roll cage bars and no rear seat room, plus custom door panels and wrapped racing seats. Additional final body assembly is somewhat more simple but still a very long list of little details as with any car build.

Very much starting to realize this long strange trip I have been on for the last 4 1/2 years is finally reaching its destination. I am like a 5 year old jonzing for Christmas morning........I truly can't wait to be done!

Some pictures below from not too long ago:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/21009021-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/21009013-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/Camaro109-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/Camaro149-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/Camaro118-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/013009005-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/21009017-1.jpg

shortrack

02-20-2009, 10:12 PM

very cool!......bit of an 'out there' question but are you running a gas gauge with that fuel cell?

ZuperZport

02-20-2009, 10:19 PM

No gas gauge.

Going to have do it like the Cup guys and keep track of how many laps I do around my town before I need to come to the pits!

shortrack

02-21-2009, 08:14 AM

No gas gauge.

Going to have do it like the Cup guys and keep track of how many laps I do around my town before I need to come to the pits!

lol!......or you could keep track of the mileage on the odometer.
another question.....are you going to run a dry brake or are you going to rig up a gas cap?
oh and I lovethe gun metal look on the rear end housing, all of Andy Belmont's cars had that when I was there.....did you sandblast it and then spray a coat of clear on it so it wont rust or how does that work??

ZuperZport

02-21-2009, 08:38 AM

lol!......or you could keep track of the mileage on the odometer.
another question.....are you going to run a dry brake or are you going to rig up a gas cap?

We put a Lemans style fuel cap custom fabbed into drivers rear quarter panel.

Promised myself I would never struggle with the stock fuel filler area again. Every time I went to put gas in the old Camaro it would make a bloody mess......fellow Camaro owners know the deal....those new gas pump nozzles don't work well with stock Camaro fuel fillers.

Your Chevelle project looks awesome!!!

shortrack

02-21-2009, 09:47 AM

The reason they plate them is mainly so they can see stress cracks in the surface of the parts that might get covered by paint.

makes total sense....I did not know that, thanks

keep diggin'....!!!!!

F70t/a

02-21-2009, 09:59 AM

:thankyou:WOW!!!!!

John McIntire

02-21-2009, 02:05 PM

Sweet car and fab work! Are those Wheel Vintiques billet ralleys on the car? Are those the wheels you are going to run?

ZuperZport

02-21-2009, 02:36 PM

Sweet car and fab work! Are those Wheel Vintiques billet ralleys on the car? Are those the wheels you are going to run?

Yes they are Wheel Vintiques Billet Ralleys. Also running a set of Aero NASCAR wheels and Good Year racing tires.

poormans69

02-21-2009, 03:15 PM

Not to change the subject, but can you post a pic of that Mopar (?) in the back with that trailer. That's wild! And your shop is nice too.

ZuperZport

03-09-2009, 09:48 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/029-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/020-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/024-1.jpg

thedodgeboys

03-09-2009, 04:45 PM

thats going to be a cool ride

larknut

03-10-2009, 02:08 PM

Wanna-go-for-a-ride?

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/029-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/020-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/024-1.jpg
Yes! When are we going?

scogin918

03-11-2009, 05:53 AM

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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/21009013-1.jpg

Where did you run your vent hose on the top of the housing? I have yet to mount the pump and the cooler, so they will stay plugged up for now.

I wish you were closer. I would love to take a closer look at the car. You have taken it a lot further than I did, but there are still some things that we both have that I'd like to check out.

ZuperZport

03-11-2009, 08:48 AM

Thanks Alex.

ZuperZport

03-11-2009, 08:50 AM

HarleyR

03-11-2009, 05:46 PM

Denver... thats not to far from my place .... The car looks great.. pretty much the exact thing I want to do with a 70-73 Camaro...

Steve1968LS2

03-11-2009, 06:05 PM

Man, that's some hard core stuff right there.. can't wait to see it all done.

ZuperZport

03-12-2009, 06:15 AM

Man, that's some hard core stuff right there.. can't wait to see it all done.

Thanks Steve - Looking forward to having as much fun as you are in Bad Penny :1st: !!!

Built to be driven!!!!

Four years of work is finally coming together.............cannot wait to get on the roadcourse!!!!

JayBird

03-12-2009, 07:17 AM

ZuperZport

03-12-2009, 08:11 AM

What kind of seatblelt system are you using? I assume you are using 5-6 point normal racing style but thought I would ask.

Car looks awesome! I know you cant wait to get this completed. Make sure you take it to VIR.

Got a set of Simpson Camlock Style 5 point belts. Safety First!!

Would love to go to VIR. Know that track well from Playstation games!!!

Thanks Jay.

JEFFTATE

04-16-2009, 06:11 PM

Oh my goodness !
I'm gonna' have dreams about your car tonight .
Thanks for posting , Scott.
Are you gonna' make it to some events this summer ??
Maybe the Motor State Challenge in June or Run thru the Hills in September ??

ZuperZport

04-17-2009, 11:36 AM

Are you gonna' make it to some events this summer ??
Maybe the Motor State Challenge in June or Run thru the Hills in September ??

Hi Jeff -

With all the greenbacks running away from me on this project I can only dream of having extra $$$$ to get away for a road trip. I really hope I can, but still need an enclosed trailer. Not that the car will be a trailer queen but I would rather not drive it 1500 miles or so to get to/from an event. My car will be comfortable only in short bursts....not long hauls..........between the 5 mpg, loud exhaust and stiff suspension long trips would be tough.

Chad-1stGen

04-17-2009, 03:46 PM

upload upload!

ZuperZport

04-17-2009, 06:50 PM

upload upload!

On it.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/Camaro28-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/Camaro12-1.jpg

JEFFTATE

04-18-2009, 05:42 AM

Hi Jeff -

I would rather not drive it 1500 miles or so to get to/from an event. My car will be comfortable only in short bursts....not long hauls..........between the 5 mpg, loud exhaust and stiff suspension long trips would be tough.!!!!!:)

I can understand that ..
Just bring it any way you can, enclosed trailer or whatever.
We want to see it perform !!!!

Thanks again Scott .

1971CHEVELLE

04-18-2009, 11:44 AM

awesome project
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/Camaro21-1.jpg
looking very good

derekf

04-18-2009, 01:01 PM

Ahem.

A reminder of the forum rules:

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Posts have been "deleted or edited for content". Persons responsible should consider themselves warned. We now return you to your regularly scheduled thread.

ZuperZport

04-19-2009, 09:01 AM

Thanks Chad, Jeff & Bjarni for your continued interest.

Hope to have some more progress pictures soon of the freshly painted boby.

Been so focused on the chassis as of late I seem to forget there is a Camaro body that goes on top of this!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/016-1.jpg

ZuperZport

04-19-2009, 09:04 AM

Ahem.

A reminder of the forum rules: Posts have been "deleted or edited for content". Persons responsible should consider themselves warned. We now return you to your regularly scheduled thread.

Thank you Derek...................I am all about positive attitudes............it maka the world go round........:)

rlplive

04-19-2009, 09:08 AM

This thing is one bad monster

Ron S

04-19-2009, 11:10 AM

One of my favorite builds ever,nothing better then a street driven Racecar,really love it. Ron

Throttle

04-19-2009, 01:16 PM

One of my favorite builds ever,nothing better then a street driven Racecar,really love it. Ron
I love both of yalls builds, one Chevy and one Ford and both Bad Arse!!!

:smoke:

Steeevooo

04-19-2009, 04:18 PM

awsome maaaan

1nkred1ble

04-20-2009, 06:16 PM

srh3trinity

04-21-2009, 06:12 AM

Awesome build. The big Rally wheels look cool, I can't wait to see it all put together.

ZuperZport

04-21-2009, 06:07 PM

Thanks Ryan, Ron, Michael, Steveo and Stephen. Hope to have some more progress/assembly pics as soon as the paint is dry!!

ZuperZport

04-21-2009, 06:11 PM

awesome build!!!!
hate to be naive..... but why not go with twin turbos or the supercharger????
it seems like this car can handle wayyyyy more engine!!!

sorry if its a dumb question but im new to this stuff.

Thought about an exotic engine, like a twin turbo or supercharged but figured I would keep it true to the NASCAR roots and run a big ol' carbureted big block motor like they did back in the day. Can always upgrade down the road, and will probaby build a high reving small block as close to what they run today.............. but way down the road when the sting of paying for this whole project cools down!!:)

BMF Machine

04-21-2009, 07:20 PM

LooKs like we are gettinG ClosE!

Love it man, Love it!

1nkred1ble

04-21-2009, 09:51 PM

1nkred1ble

04-21-2009, 09:58 PM

& i realllllllllyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy enjoy your build, thanks for being so detailed.

ZuperZport

04-22-2009, 04:39 AM

LooKs like we are gettinG ClosE!

Lve it man, Love it!

Thanks Kevin - its been a long strange trip but I am almost there!!! :)

ZuperZport

04-22-2009, 04:44 AM

thanks for the answer, i figured that you where trying to as true as possible to the nascar theme, but then again i dont know much about nascar racing so i thought....
do they race those big nascar engines on super chargers??????

quick question, since you went balls out in trying to make this as nascar possible, & since your brother works for a nascar team, have you thought about getting a professional driver to take it to the Oval and go bananas with it?

i mean after you enjoy it for yourself & break it in and all ??

In the ol' days (read the 60s' and 70s') NASCAR used to run big C.I.D. motors - Ford used to run the 429 Cobra Jet (which became the street version Mustang Boss 429), Mopar had their HEMIs and I believe Chevy had the 454 and other motors.

PT64POLARA

04-22-2009, 11:22 AM

Looks awesome Scott!! Can't wait to see that beast in person. Keep me updated.

cityofthesouth

04-23-2009, 10:45 AM

yeah i think murder might be justfied if it was to get up next to this machine. I dunno, the bar might be officially raised.

Bjkadron

04-23-2009, 10:59 AM

ZuperZport

04-23-2009, 11:51 AM

WOW! Awesome car! I love full tube frames! That's why I'm making one for mine.

A little off topic... But you mentioned it... What playstation game has VIR in it!? I've been looking all over for one!

Thanks!

Hey Ben,

My buddy has a crazy big screen LCD set up hooked to his computer and we play "GTR-2". Awesome game. Has VIR on it.

Here is a link to the game:

http://tantra.rscsites.org/gtr2/vir/gtr2-vir.htm (http://tantra.rscsites.org/gtr2/vir/gtr2-vir.htm)

ZuperZport

04-23-2009, 11:54 AM

yeah i think murder might be justfied if it was to get up next to this machine. I dunno, the bar might be officially raised.

Thanks!!!

Lovin that Charger rendering. Very sweet work! Saw your other offerings......super cool stuff!!

ZuperZport

04-23-2009, 11:57 AM

Looks awesome Scott!! Can't wait to see that beast in person. Keep me updated.

Thanks Anthony!!

Keep us posted on the Nomad.......can't wait to see it!

Bjkadron

04-23-2009, 07:07 PM

Ahh.. My computer isn't fast enough for online games... I can barely load pics on this forum! LOL! Thanks anyway!

cityofthesouth

04-24-2009, 08:04 AM

Thanks!!!

Lovin that Charger rendering. Very sweet work! Saw your other offerings......super cool stuff!!

Hey, you're welcome. It's very cool to see a concept like this coming together, it just opens the muscle car door even wider. Thanks for scoping out my work.

BMF Machine

04-24-2009, 01:12 PM

As far as a pro driver..........would love to have anyone of these drivers (#24, #48, #88 or #5) take a spin around Lowes Motor Speedway with the Camaro but I doubt A) they would have the time for it and B) their contracts probably prohibit "risky" situations such as high speed driving in an unknown racecar. Would be cool though.......

DuDe? Didn'T theiR contractS allow them to go throw up and pass out in a F-18?

PT64POLARA

05-20-2009, 04:20 PM

Hey Scott, Here is a few pics of the nomad. Figured I post it up on your thread. I am not to worried about it stealing the attention from your project. haha Keep me updated on the Camaro. I can't wait to see it. talk you soon.

454bug

08-20-2009, 02:04 PM

Hey Scott,

You're killin' us with the LONG pause in updating your thread!!! :scared:

So, tell us... you got your Camaro out of PAINT JAIL yet??? :dunno:

THE ANTICIPATION IS TOO MUCH!! :seizure:

Paul_J

08-21-2009, 05:33 AM

A saying about a pot and a kettle comes to mind! Sound familiar Ray?:)

MBD02

08-21-2009, 06:54 AM

The car is actually in Denver, NC and will be complete (hopefully) this spring.:)

The rear cooler vent is not shown in pics but is run through trunk area along with fuel cell venting.......kind of a custom install.

Thanks Robert.

Nice build. Where are you with the progress of this project?

Is your shop in Denver, NC? Just curious because I live in Denver and was wondering where your shop was located.

454bug

08-22-2009, 08:39 AM

a saying about a pot and a kettle comes to mind! Sound familiar ray?:)

:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

Paul_J

08-22-2009, 06:57 PM

Man, I'm glad you saw the humor in that! I was afraid it might come off a bit harsh. It's a subject I am somewhat of an expert of myself..........:)

Bjkadron

08-25-2009, 01:28 PM

Hey Ben,

My buddy has a crazy big screen LCD set up hooked to his computer and we play "GTR-2". Awesome game. Has VIR on it.

Here is a link to the game:

http://tantra.rscsites.org/gtr2/vir/gtr2-vir.htm (http://tantra.rscsites.org/gtr2/vir/gtr2-vir.htm)

I found a game that has VIR on it.. "Ferrari Challenge" has one course configuration on it.

ZuperZport

08-31-2009, 03:45 PM

Hey Scott,

You're killin' us with the LONG pause in updating your thread!!! :scared:

So, tell us... you got your Camaro out of PAINT JAIL yet??? :dunno:

THE ANTICIPATION IS TOO MUCH!! :seizure:

As with any project the sands in the hour glass just keep slipping through....................it has taken a LONG TIME but I am not complaining as the results are just spectacular. My body guy works for a Cup Team full-time and moonlights my project after work and on weekends, so everytime the team wads up a racecar I know my car will take a little longer as he has to put in overtime to get the racecars back in shape! The body is in color now and I was really looking forward to springing some "completed" pictures on everyone here soon............so for now here are some pics prior to color.........getting there fellas..........little by little..........more updates sooner than later.........Thanks guys!!!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/DSC_0006e2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/DSC_0005e1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/DSC_0007e3-1.jpg

SDS MACHINING

08-31-2009, 05:27 PM

Earlier in this thread someone made comment on having either the 5,24,or 48 drivers put this bad boy to the test?? (Would'nt that be sweet) Maybe after Sundays performance by Marcos he might be looking for a new ride? JK.. What a heartbreaker he dominated that race and blew his line on the last left turn! You have to feel bad for the guy..(sorry if its a bit off topic) Love this build though.

spidergearsman

08-31-2009, 06:11 PM

ambrose just is not on the same level as carl edwards

SDS MACHINING

08-31-2009, 07:36 PM

Agreed, Carl is not my favorite but I like the way he saved what he had for the last lap and put the pressure on without spinning him out. I feel for the guy 2 years in a row he blows it on his own. Maybe he should go on a "walkabout" for a while and get his head back in the game..

454bug

09-01-2009, 03:22 AM

The Camaro Body was to be "released" early for "good behavior" from "Paint-Jail" but my parole officer lost the paperwork so it had to stay a little longer!!

As with any project the sands in the hour glass just keep slipping through....................it has taken a LONG TIME but I am not complaining as the results are just spectacular. My body guy works for a Cup Team full-time and moonlights my project after work and on weekends, so everytime the team wads up a racecar I know my car will take a little longer as he has to put in overtime to get the racecars back in shape! The body is in color now and I was really looking forward to springing some "completed" pictures on everyone here soon............so for now here are some pics prior to color.........getting there fellas..........little by little..........more updates sooner than later.........Thanks guys!!!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/DSC_0006e2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/DSC_0005e1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/DSC_0007e3-1.jpg

Hey Scott,

Thanks for the update. The body looks great...

Can't wait to see the color!

John Wright

09-01-2009, 03:36 AM

I like the dunebuggy look of the car without the body...LOL

However that will be one really nice project once the body and chassis meet again.

ZuperZport

09-01-2009, 05:07 AM

Hey Scott,

Thanks for the update. The body looks great...

Can't wait to see the color!

Thank you Ray - getting a little closer everyday!!!

Your last post in your Satan's Bug Post rings very true to me and many of us here:

"I understand... It takes a LOT of time, patience, and especially MONEY to see these projects to completion..."

.............hey building the car is half the fun anyway!!!!!!

:)

ZuperZport

09-01-2009, 05:13 AM

I like the dunebuggy look of the car without the body...LOL

However that will be one really nice project once the body and chassis meet again.

Thanks John.

When I was a tike I used to always watch Saturday morning cartoons and "Speed Buggy" was one of my favorite. Always liked the wheels on Speed Buggy and think the Billet Ralleys look a little similar! Not exactly but similar!! :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

John Wright

09-01-2009, 05:18 AM

"Speed Buggy" was one of my favorite. :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif
Mine too. Where are cartoons like that now?..my poor kids don't have good one's like those to watch, these days.

ZuperZport

09-29-2009, 05:38 AM

NASCAR / Camaro now in color!!!!:bananna2:

"67 Chevelle Mountain Green"

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/CamaroCasey5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/CamaroCasey6-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/CamaroCasey4-1.jpg

454bug

09-29-2009, 06:29 AM

WOW!!! :jump:

Unique and AWESOME choice in color! :1st:

It will definitely stand out in a crowd!

Great job!

John Wright

09-29-2009, 06:40 AM

Beautiful color!

ZuperZport

09-29-2009, 06:48 AM

Thanks Ray & John!

Have had the Camaro in this green color since 1987 when I bought it.

I am always asked "Do you still have THAT green Camaro???"

Feels good to say "Yes..............Yes I do!":)

John Wright

09-29-2009, 06:52 AM

I'm kinda partial to that color.....LOL
it's shade very close to what's on my 70 camaro.

scogin918

09-29-2009, 08:36 AM

Mine too. Where are cartoons like that now?..my poor kids don't have good one's like those to watch, these days.

Boomerang Channel 298 on Direct TV (I have a 3year old)

Wacky Races come on in the morning.

Ron S

09-29-2009, 11:56 AM

Can't wait to see this put back together,need more pics!!!! Ron

ZuperZport

09-29-2009, 12:24 PM

Can't wait to see this put back together,need more pics!!!! Ron

I know Ron, the anticipation is killing me!!!!!!!!!!:)

I am so looking to the day when the Camaro is DONE with a capital D, and I am sitting on the grid at Lime Rock on an Open Track day......................to me that will be nirvanna...............not a care in the world.................just looking forward to ripping off some hot laps in my dream car.....................can't wait.

Sorry to hear/read about your motor. Sure you will build something even more potent as the last one. Best of luck with the Stang!

Mr.VENGEANCE

09-29-2009, 02:25 PM

i co-sign that euphoria you had over the internet..

cmarcus

10-17-2009, 09:43 AM

Any more news Scott? This thing is looking beautiful! You are looking forward to your project being Done, and mine is sitting in Michigan (I am currently living in Boston) waiting to be started! Very inspiring project. Shows when you put your mind to it, it can be done!

protour73

10-18-2009, 04:16 AM

Scott...........I just went through all 12 pages of your thread. My car just had a 6 page feature in Chevy High Performance, and then I see a build like yours.......OMG, how small and insignificant I feel ... LOL sheesh

This car is in another galaxy compared to the most builds. One-off, unique, trend-setting, cutting edge, state of the art car building....I ran out of descriptions, man. I can't wait to see this masterpiece in it's completed state!!!!! WOW :1st:

Scott

ZuperZport

10-19-2009, 05:09 AM

Thanks CMarcus & Scott for the kind words.

Its been a mission but we are getting there!

The body assembly started a few weeks ago.

We got the headliner in, the rear power windows and tracks in, all of the interior wiring, etc. in...........very close to lifting the body onto the chassis. Have to do all of the weather stripping and "crush panels" that close the gap between the body and chassis. Fortunately all of the panels were pre-made and pre-fit prior to paint so installation should be easier.

Once the body is squared away and all of the mounts are secure we will be hanging the doors and all the front sheetmetal.

Still have all of the exterior hood gauges to go (6 of em'), the fire system, the window net, the carpeting, the Lexan windows, the fuel filler connection, the RS hideaway light system (have the DSE system - nice parts), the door panels and seats (seats already upholstered), the spoilers, and all of the exterior trim which is not much since there are no drip rails or door handles. Oh yeah still have to install the door and trunk poppers as well.

A little bit of a laundry list of items to go, but all manageable. Nice to know whatever part we put on it is for the "last time" and the end is near. Purposely not rushing to get it done as we do not want any errors and do not plan to drive it until the weather is better here (i.e. - spring time) but look forward to doing some shake-down runs during the winter.

PT64POLARA

10-19-2009, 06:53 AM

Can't wait to see it Scott. Its been a long time coming, but it will be amazing. I will be free on thursday, so I may take a ride up to the shop in the Polara. Air it out a little bit. I got a new project starting soon. You will never guess this one... haha. Talk to you soon bud.

ZuperZport

10-19-2009, 07:22 AM

I got a new project starting soon. You will never guess this one... haha. Talk to you soon bud.

Ant...........you have very interesting taste in hot rods --- so I can not imagine what you have brewing now!!!!

One thing for sure, I bet it is wayy cool!

ZuperZport

11-18-2009, 06:20 AM

The eagle has landed!:)

Finally the body and chassis are together!

Assembly continues..........................

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/DSCI45131-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/DSCI4514-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/DSCI4530-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/DSCI4521-1.jpg

Mr.VENGEANCE

11-18-2009, 06:51 AM

oooooohhhh!!!

JEFFTATE

11-18-2009, 07:38 AM

I want one !!

ZuperZport

11-18-2009, 07:58 AM

Thanks Amir & Jeff!

Its been a long road traveled building this sucker, but there is finally light at the end of the tunnel!

So far not too many obstacles in the assembly process...............just painfully time consuming.............all the details and such...............no time to be cutting corners now so all the "little things" are getting attention now (i.e. - the vent windows looked good, but not great, sent them out to be re-chromed - stuff like that).

You guys are gonna think I am crazy but I bought one of those train horns from "Horn Blasters" and want to install it....................problem is the horns are so freaking big I have no space under the car for it!! Hopefully I will not have to mount it in the now wide open back seat area!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/DSCN1910-1.jpg

Horn explanation: Every hot rod I have had never had a horn or had one that was lame. As you know your finished baby becomes a target for every goof ball pulling out of a side street or riding next to you to give a thumbs up as he sways into your lane...........I want to have the loudest sonna of a be-atch horn possible to fend off any possible "accidents". Call me crazy.

454bug

11-18-2009, 08:09 AM

Thanks Amir & Jeff!

Its been a long road traveled building this sucker, but there is finally light at the end of the tunnel!

So far not too many obstacles in the assembly process...............just painfully time consuming.............all the details and such...............no time to be cutting corners now so all the "little things" are getting attention now (i.e. - the vent windows looked good, but not great, sent them out to be re-chromed - stuff like that).

You guys are gonna think I am crazy but I bought one of those train horns from "Horn Blasters" and want to install it....................problem is the horns are so freaking big I have no space under the car for it!! Hopefully I will not have to mount it in the now wide open back seat area!

Horn explanation: Every hot rod I have had never had a horn or had one that was lame. As you know your finished baby becomes a target for every goof ball pulling out of a side street or riding next to you to give a thumbs up as he sways into your lane...........I want to have the loudest sonna of a be-atch horn possible to fend off any possible "accidents". Call me crazy.

Hey Scott,

That thing looks SWEEEEEEEEEEETTTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!!! :1st:

I know you can't wait!!

Congrats!!!!

I don't blame you about the horn...

Something like this??

http://videos.streetfire.net/video/Train-Air-Horn-Really_26323.htm

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

ZuperZport

11-18-2009, 08:15 AM

Hey Scott,

That thing looks SWEEEEEEEEEEETTTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!!! :1st:

I know you can't wait!!

Congrats!!!!

I don't blame you about the horn...

Something like this??

http://videos.streetfire.net/video/Train-Air-Horn-Really_26323.htm

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

Thats' the stuff Ray!

Every time I watch those Horn Blaster videos I laugh my a** off!:lol:

One of the funniest ones was where they got pulled over in the Merc Marauder by a officer and right when he walks up to the nose of the car they "blast" him. The officer was not amused.

Mr.VENGEANCE

11-18-2009, 08:25 AM

yea... those guys went to jail that day.

454bug

11-18-2009, 09:11 AM

Thats' the stuff Ray!

Every time I watch those Horn Blaster videos I laugh my a** off!:lol:

One of the funniest ones was where they got pulled over in the Merc Marauder by a officer and right when he walks up to the nose of the car they "blast" him. The officer was not amused.

Yeah, the video I attached is that one... When you get to the end of it the cop pulls them over because he's not using his blinkers... He asks him to operate them to verify they are in working order... when he gets to the front of the car, they BLAST him and he doesn't look too happy... I just wish the passenger would have kept the video going so we could see what happens next!! He had the camera hidden when the cop came to the driver's window. :lmao:

They also get busted for the tint on the windows! I would have hated to pay those fines!

67 ls1 vert

11-18-2009, 09:34 AM

just watched the video... lol I wish there was a second video that showed the cop after they blasted the horn.

Ron S

11-18-2009, 03:19 PM

Loving it, need to turn some lights on, and give us some more pics. Can't wait to see the finished product. Ron

454bug

01-05-2010, 09:48 PM

Hey Scott,

Just checking in to see if you have any updates???

I SURE would like to see a video of your car running so I could listen to your boom tubes... You said they were loud... :seizure: I'd like to hear them...

I plan on running Spintech Mufflers with Boom Tubes on my car and I would REALLY like to hear how they sound... :headbang:

1994 Python

01-05-2010, 09:57 PM

WOW! That is going to be an amazing car. I had never seen this thread until now. Your giving me all kinds of bad ideas for my 68.

mc84_zz4

01-05-2010, 10:09 PM

I like those horns!! can you fit them vertically behind the headlights? If you angle them, the sound bounces off the ground pretty well. I don't think you need to worry about losing any of the effect....LOL
I know they are probably 20" long, and about 12" wide (?) you could even separate them a little if it helps the packaging.
I have air horns in every car I have owned, no better satisfaction than to give an earfull to those careless drivers!
Now everybody has a damn phone in their ear.... FFUUU-WHAAAAAaaaaaa! pay attention! coming through! :1st:
Correction: those look like 9" floor tiles...them are some BIG horns. 15"x 22" (?)

ZuperZport

03-10-2010, 07:24 AM

Hey Guys -

We are making some progress with the Camaro. The doors are now on and all of the sheetmetal is at the shop for installation.

My body guy took a "long time" (body shop taking a long time?.....sound familiar everyone?) but for a reason. He is a paint manager for a Cup Team and has been clobbered recently working much overtime.....so my project took that much longer. I really don't care how long it takes as long as the finished product is at the level I want....which it is. I cannot be happier with the work so far and will always say that quality is much better than quantity.

Anyhow we have been busy working on any and everything else on the car. The fuel system is 100%, the headliner is in, the power windows and door poppers have been installed and we worked through some fitment issues with the body at the firewall where the cowl was interfering with the brake and clutch reservoirs. Many other areas of assembly have been tackled but more to go. You can't believe how many "little" details pop up during final assembly, but we are taking our time and doing it "right" the first time.

CruizinKev

03-10-2010, 07:50 AM

:drool::drool:

wendell

03-10-2010, 07:52 AM

Killer paint. If you're familiar with the '67 camaro color "mountain mist metalic", how does it compare?

Mr.VENGEANCE

03-10-2010, 07:55 AM

this thing is gonna be fuchking bad...

John Wright

03-10-2010, 07:56 AM

Looking better each time he updates this thread.

454bug

03-10-2010, 08:02 AM

"Good things come to those who wait"... :)

IT SURE IS LOOKING NICE SCOTT!! :1st:

trapin

03-10-2010, 08:13 AM

Killer. Are those the wheels you're using?

ZuperZport

03-10-2010, 08:31 AM

Amir, Ray, Ron, Scott, Jeff, John, Tony, Kevin, Wendell, CMarcus, MC84 - Thanks for all the kind words. Talking "shop" with fellow Pro-Touring pals makes the day much better.

Some quick answers to questions:

- Paint is 1967 Chevelle Mountain Green. Not sure how that compares to the Metallic Mountain Mist. My car looks more like a 7up can color.

- Wheels are Wheel Vintiques Billet Ralleys'. Also sizing up a set of genuine Aero NASCAR wheels and Goodyear Racing tires.