View Full Version : What are you upgrading this off season?
Nicks67GTO
11-21-2015, 09:42 AM
We got hit with 10" of snow last night so my car year is officially over and im already bored. With that said.... what's everyone doing to/upgrading on their car this off season?
Mark Antrim
11-21-2015, 10:41 AM
Mine too, we got an inch or so. Might pull the car out for that winter picture. I'm doing some rewiring and adding a four link.
cpd004
11-21-2015, 11:22 AM
Mine too, we got an inch or so. Might pull the car out for that winter picture. I'm doing some rewiring and adding a four link.
Close to Ridetech for that 4 link!
I'm putting the battery in the trunk and trying to straighten out the suspension along with chasing down rattles. Also trying to figure out what to do with 4 link bolts in the frame rails that keep loosening up :rolleyes:
Nicks67GTO
11-21-2015, 11:53 AM
Close to Ridetech for that 4 link!
I'm putting the battery in the trunk and trying to straighten out the suspension along with chasing down rattles. Also trying to figure out what to do with 4 link bolts in the frame rails that keep loosening up :rolleyes:
Nylocks or blue loctite maybe?
cpd004
11-21-2015, 12:58 PM
Nylocks or blue loctite maybe?
This is for the self tapping bolts that go into the thin metal frame rails. No way to get a nut in there. I might have to weld it but not sure if the rails will hold up without breaking.
SSLance
11-21-2015, 01:31 PM
Really want to add a watts link setup... and new 18" rims for better tire choices.
Nicks67GTO
11-21-2015, 01:43 PM
Really want to add a watts link setup... and new 18" rims for better tire choices.
I'm doing a Fays2 watts. Just got it in the mail. I'm hoping it calms the ass end of the GTO down a bit and makes it predictable. Marc swears it will feel like it's on rails. I guess we will see.
Protour_Pinto
11-21-2015, 05:27 PM
I will be going from 2.4 liters to 8.2 liters, Disk on the rear is an added bonus. Strut front suspension to get rid of the torsion bars.
Protour_Pinto
11-21-2015, 05:28 PM
This is for the self tapping bolts that go into the thin metal frame rails. No way to get a nut in there. I might have to weld it but not sure if the rails will hold up without breaking.
Safety wire is your friend.
HandOverFist
11-21-2015, 05:42 PM
Everything...:twothumbs
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/El20Camino20teardown20005_zpslcxsim9x-1.jpg
WOW!! this winter I have a few things to do
...I want to lighten up Jane more carbon and a few little body mods, add some horse power(i think Jane has done all she can with 325 HP she needs a few more ponies), a few suspension updates(i had newly designed parts i tested and the car was faster), I have some custom designed arms to be built, new rear sway bar, a watts link, and PAINT!....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/plain20jane20spectre_zps7ceyktmj-1.jpeg
and I also have project two to get running finish new wire harness, install motor, weld up the suspension(its only tacked in place for cycling through its movements and for measurements) make a new interior, exhaust, lexan windows, brakes....and PAINT!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/09/sugar5_zps0556154c-1.jpg
pretty much a relaxing winter not much to do
DButler
11-21-2015, 07:13 PM
Already started winter upgrades. Smoothed firewall, add vintage air, go from twin turbo sbc to twin turbo ls, new transmission and make at least 850 rwhp.
Paraman1
11-21-2015, 07:42 PM
In the midst of finishing the UMI suspension upgrade I did the bulk of last year by installing the upper control arms which was made easier by the removal of the rear diff that is getting replaced with a posi unit . While I am at it I will be swapping out all the brake lines front to rear , installing a Kore3 kit front and rear and replacing the brake MC with a Wilwood unit . To round everything out I will be swapping from 17 inch wheels and tires to 18 inch . I would also like to move my shifter back from its current location so it is easier to reach .
BonzoHansen
11-21-2015, 07:44 PM
Right now i'm putting a new harness in the 4l60e in my k1500 lol. Stupid thing leaks fluid all over. Maybe a tonneau cover.
Z is moving slowly towards v2.0. T56 is going out to hanlon motorsports to get a refresh and upgraded output shaft. New rear, rebuilding an 8.5, tubes welded, new trutrac, 30 spline axles, 3.90s. That is this winters plan.
With any luck a new engine next fall. Oh, and saving for wheels so i can finally upgrade the brakes.
Rodney, what wheels are those on your camaro? Did you paint them?
Rodney, what wheels are those on your camaro? Did you paint them?
the wheels were made by Coys...but now there being cast by US Wheels (http://www.summitracing.com/parts/usw-701-8534/overview/) summit sells them now. I linked them for you and thats the exact wheel, width, offset and bolt pattern the price has dropped to half now ......I did paint them using gold ford touch up paint and then coated them with clear wheel paint
BonzoHansen
11-21-2015, 09:00 PM
Thanks. Nuts, only 18x8, not 9.5s
Nicks67GTO
11-22-2015, 08:43 AM
I've got my hands full. Starting with an American Autowire update rewire, Fays2 watts link, tanks Inc efi tank, FiTech EFI, replacing smashed headers and reworking my exhaust. I should be working on it right now....
WallaceMFG
11-22-2015, 08:58 AM
They joys of living in AZ, my car season never ends haha. However, the Chevelle is done being driven so body mods and paint work can begin. Hope to have it painted by the first Goodguys show of the year in Scottsdale.
Mr.VENGEANCE
11-22-2015, 09:07 AM
Im upgrading the tools to upgrade Vengeance, Stormy, and Strike3..
finishing up the molds for the first gen flares and now making second gen ones for Strike..
and Rod.. Jane has a lovely stance man... had to say it.
Rod.. Jane has a lovely stance man... had to say it.
Thanks.....let me know about those flares!!!....I have a set of JDM ones going on the rambler, should look awesome....but Jane needs some
TheJDMan
11-22-2015, 03:26 PM
I'm going to be replacing my mis-matched coil-over shocks with a set of custom built AFCO double adjustable shocks ordered from Matt at MCB.
analyte
11-22-2015, 04:36 PM
Wow, a lot of things on my list.
LS6 to FAST intake swap with 90mm TB
Final engine tune
Front/Rear coilovers
Front lower control arms
Harness bar
Remote oil filter mount for better ground clearance
Vintage Air
If time/money allows:
A console to house a radio/AC controls
Powder coat front/rear bumpers to match trim
Raffman
11-22-2015, 04:37 PM
Got my 2002 Silverado out of storage and going to change it from a drag racing set up to an autocross. Diagonal panhard to a conventional but adjustable.
Nicks67GTO
11-22-2015, 04:47 PM
Wow, a lot of things on my list.
LS6 to FAST intake swap with 90mm TB
Final engine tune
Front/Rear coilovers
Front lower control arms
Harness bar
Remote oil filter mount for better ground clearance
Vintage Air
If time/money allows:
A console to house a radio/AC controls
Powder coat front/rear bumpers to match trim
Are you not happy with the Varishocks? What coil over setup are you going with?
Typhoon1015
11-22-2015, 05:44 PM
I am building a motor (forged 370 with more boost), tires, alignment, possibly shock upgrade, and finally driver mod.
analyte
11-22-2015, 05:53 PM
Wow, a lot of things on my list.
LS6 to FAST intake swap with 90mm TB
Final engine tune
Front/Rear coilovers
Front lower control arms
Harness bar
Remote oil filter mount for better ground clearance
Vintage Air
If time/money allows:
A console to house a radio/AC controls
Powder coat front/rear bumpers to match trim
Are you not happy with the Varishocks? What coil over setup are you going with?
No, the Varishocks have worked great. I'm just not happy with how well the SPC springs settled, if at all. Both the front and rear are higher than I wanted or expected, especially the rear giving the car too much of a rake.
Rather than buy more springs hoping to get the ride height that I want, I'm just going coilovers. I'm looking at the DSE D/A or Ridetech T/A.
Kerry
xj220
11-22-2015, 07:14 PM
Finally getting the chassis strengthening kit installed and the floor boards cleaned up and repainted. Then I can finally start laying down Dynamat, insulation and new carpet. If I have any money left over (big IF), then getting the rear seats upholstered to match the fronts.
BMR Sales
11-23-2015, 09:50 AM
Upgrading the Car. Looking at getting a 2nd Gen. I think I know a place to get Suspension! lol
hotrodalex
11-23-2015, 10:47 AM
No garage/shop to work in while in school, so over the winter I'll just be dreaming of the things I'll do in April.
I'll probably upgrade the rear control arms and finally get around to installing a posi. If there's any money left over, maybe I'll buy some wider wheels and Rival S/Bridgestones.
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