'66 PT Chevelle

[Yelcamino]

Today was a good day, I was finally able to back the Chevelle out of the garage under its own power! I washed it for the first time since I got a year ago this month. I hope you enjoy the pics...

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[shortrack]

NICE...........!!!!!!!

600 plus HP???.......even nicer!!

[PRRC]

Looks great, Wheel and tires look great. Nice choice.
Tim

[slck6t9]

SWEET car, love the look, stance, and new power plant..

[dropit69]

ohhhhh looks sweet Herb my fav year ..this gonna be at RTTH4?..

[Yelcamino]

Thanks guys! I'd like to have it at RTTH4 but I don't know if it'll be road trip ready by then. There's always a chance.

[dodge]

very very nice...well done

[7TSS]

Looks sweet. I love those wheels. Did you have to roll the rear wheelwell lip? Were you planning to reinstall the moulding?

[Mark Smith]

car looks really nice.the wheels and stance is just right

[class67]

Oh man, that is nice!

[Yelcamino]

Again, thanks guys, I really appreciate your kind words! :hail:

As for the trim, it's all coming off. The only reason the rear trim is off is because I removed it when I rolled the lips.

[brownz]

Again, thanks guys, I really appreciate your kind words! :hail:

As for the trim, it's all coming off. The only reason the rear trim is off is because I removed it when I rolled the lips.
love the car looks great

[vp23271]

I like your 66! Still has enough old school classic and just the right amount of PT!

[73z-6sp]

That is sweet! I love my 66 but it isn't as nice as yours! :(

I really like those wheels on there and the stance looks dead on.

:)

[01somta]

What a beautiful car, it is perfect.

[Young Gun]

looks sick!

[The Rook]

Thank God I don't have a webcam or you guys would've seen my "OH" face. OH OH OHHHHHH man that's nice!!!

[Yelcamino]

Thank God I don't have a webcam or you guys would've seen my "OH" face. OH OH OHHHHHH man that's nice!!!

:lmao: heh, heh, that's funny! Thanks, I'm glad you guys like it!

[muthstryker]

do you have any rear shots? so i can see what the tires look like?? badass ride man :)

[Young Gun]

do you have any rear shots? so i can see what the tires look like?? badass ride man :)

getting jealous or something?? :lmao:

[muthstryker]

never mind, found them on your fquick site looks awsome!

[Young Gun]

wow! just checked out the pics on your fquick...looks amazing...seriously!

[Yelcamino]

Thanks. Hearing all these good comments tells me I'm heading in the right direction!

Some pending items are: I have to remove the front wheel trim and rocker moldings; some areas on the body need to be repainted, including the hood of course, the front end needs to be aligned, the brakes needs to be bled again, and there are some parts I want powder coated. In the mean time I need to get my registration and insurance in place so I can do some road tests when it's ready. I'll post up more pictures as I progress.

[oorange67]

That stance is right on what did you do?

[Bow Tie 67]

Very nice Herb, I'll bet the vette is a distant memory now and think its safe to say " I told you so ".

[Yelcamino]

That stance is right on what did you do?

The rear has air bags so it's an easy adjustment. In front however, I added/removed coil spring spacers until I got the height I was after.

Looking at the pictures I took from the rear, I think the back end could stand to come down a little bit more. It's hard to tell though because my driveway has an incline. Once I get it on level ground I'll be able to see it better.

Glad you like it!

[Yelcamino]

Very nice Herb, I'll bet the vette is a distant memory now and think its safe to say " I told you so ".

Vette? I'm not sure I know what you're talking about... :screwy:

JK, yeah you were right, it's a distant memory!

[muthstryker]

quick question, is the chevelle frame boxed??

[Yelcamino]

quick question, is the chevelle frame boxed??

Nope. Maybe some day if I see a need for it.

[muthstryker]

alright thanks!

[Yelcamino]

Here are some new pictures...

I had the valve covers, mc cover, air cleaner lid & bottom, and breather tanks all powder coated to match the wheel centers:

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I also had the grille and headlight surrounds powder coated to match:

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[55chevyman]

All of the powdercoated parts look great and are very subtle. Just curious if you could tell me just a little about that throttle linkage bracket.

[wayne70]

Look's good Herb, i like the powdercoated part's and grill

[Yelcamino]

All of the powdercoated parts look great and are very subtle. Just curious if you could tell me just a little about that throttle linkage bracket.

Thanks! The throttle bracket is from Jeg's. I don't like the return springs mounted on the front so I cut that part off, relocated the anchor to the rear, and modified a small bolt (flatened sides w/ two holes drilled) to attach the springs to the throttle. It works good and I think it looks a lot better than having the springs poking out from under the front of the air cleaner.

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[Yelcamino]

Look's good Herb, i like the powdercoated part's and grill

Thanks Wayne! Since the Elky has a lot of bling under the hood I figured I darken up the Chevelle.

[ProdigyCustoms]

Wow, just found these pictures. That thing looks sick. But I sure did like those wheels on the Elcamino to. I need pictures of both cars with the wheels

[email protected]

[BossaNova]

I really like the black hood.
-Mark

[Yelcamino]

Wow, just found these pictures. That thing looks sick. But I sure did like those wheels on the Elcamino to. I need pictures of both cars with the wheels

[email protected]

I just sent you an email with a couple of pictures. As you can see, I'm very happy with my wheel purchase! :) Thanks!

Ok, for some reason I'm getting an error message on the email I sent to you! If you go to my Fquick garage you can download any pictures you want.

[Yelcamino]

I really like the black hood.
-Mark

Me too. It gives the car a more sinister look.

[Tiger]

Congrats on putting the car back together Herb, car looks great!

[796spdbu]

Beautiful car! The powdercoating looks great, not to over over powering. Beautiful!

[Yelcamino]

Beautiful car! The powdercoating looks great, not to over over powering. Beautiful!

Thanks!

[dropit69]

please bring this one to RTTH ..its my fav year and looks killer..great job on the car..

[69TAPoser]

I agree. Awesome looking car! :worship:

Phil

[Yelcamino]

please bring this one to RTTH ..its my fav year and looks killer..great job on the car..

Thanks dude! My plan is to bring this one to RTTH, however, there are still some things I need to do such as align the front end, bleed the brakes again (maybe one time more after that), get some decent seats ($$), and road test it (a lot). Oh yeah, I also need to get insurance and register it! I'm trying, I really am!

[tellyv]

your car looks sweet, were building one and cant find any good front or back window trim, do you want to sell yours? thanks telly

[Yelcamino]

your car looks sweet, were building one and cant find any good front or back window trim, do you want to sell yours? thanks telly

Are you asking if I wan to sell my car or the window trim? :hmm:

The car is always for sale for the right price, the window trim however, isn't because I need it for the car.

[tellyv]

[quote=Yelcamino]Are you asking if I wan to sell my car or the window trim? :hmm:

window trim, I thought I read that you were'nt putting your trim back on, thought maybe you were flush fitting your glass. thanks anyway.

[keffe1]

Today was a good day, I was finally able to back the Chevelle out of the garage under its own power! I washed it for the first time since I got a year ago this month. I hope you enjoy the pics...

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[Yelcamino]

what size wheels

Wheels:
Front – 18 x 8.5 (5.2” back space)
Rear – 19 x 10 (5.5” back space)

Tires:
Front – 255/40-18
Rear – 295/35-19

[gearbanger]

Did you mini tub the car? I have a 67 GTO that I shoehorned 18x9.5 (traditional lip) wheels under the back and had to modifiy the outer wheelhouse to let the tires tuck up under all the way. I am thinking of mini tubbing the inner but you have to scallop the frame as well to get any additional clearance.

Also, how does that front do? Mine has 17x8 with 5" backspace and they run the fender at full lock when I back up. Strange, I know, but I just wondered if you had any issues.

[41565 chevelle]

Hey gerarbanger....I am doing a mini tub kit out of a set of steel wheel tubs for the rear on my 65 Chevelle. You would be amazed how much room you get by tossing the old tubs. I don't have the exact number just yet since I am in the middle of it, but rough estimate with a tape from narrowest portion of the frame to the quarter is almost 13". I will let you know this week what the total depth will be once they are welded in. I am shooting for 20x10's in the back.

[41565 chevelle]

Not to hijack the thread.....Gorgeous Chevelle!!!

[gearbanger]

You will be able to do the 20x 10's but it will be a backspacing game. I think the 65's have less room that the 66 and 67s do from what I have heard. Where I had the critical point was at the top front point ( if you are looking at the driver side tire it would be at about the 10 o'clock position) on each rear tire where the wheelwell lip starts to roll back down and in. That is where the most careful clearancing and measuring had to occur.

I have no rubbing issues in the back though. Only thing that rub in the back is if I have two people in the back and hit a hard bump, I can get driveshaft interference in the rearmost part of the driveshaft tunnel. My car is about as low as you can go though.

[Yelcamino]

The '66 and '67 Chevelle/El Camino have a lot more room than the '64 and '65 body. The only thing I did to clear the rear wheels and tires on both cars was to trim and roll the lips on the outer fenders. With the proper backspacing there's plenty of room on both sides to fit a 10" wheel.

[Yelcamino]

Not to hijack the thread.....Gorgeous Chevelle!!!

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

Not too much to update other than getting my new Sparco Torino II seats last week. I also got a bunch of interior parts; I should be fairly busy for the next week or so.

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[Mike Holleman]

Nice seats Herb. I've been sitting on my Corbeaus on the shop floor lately just to get my butt used to them.
Mike

[Yelcamino]

It's not much but I got the driver side seat mounted. It fits pretty good and I'm confident my new seats will do a great job holding me and my passenger in place!

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[Motown 454]

Hi Yelcamino I love both your cars I have a soft spot for 66 Chevelle's I had one for my first car. It looked like it was in a demolishion derby but could it go lol . Those wheels look awesome on your car and the stance is perfect . I can't wait to see more updates. Very nice work.
Wayne

[Young Gun]

that looks great! what color carpeting are you gonna put down? black would look pretty nice IMO. Plans for a simple cage in the future?

[Yelcamino]

Hi Yelcamino I love both your cars I have a soft spot for 66 Chevelle's I had one for my first car. It looked like it was in a demolishion derby but could it go lol . Those wheels look awesome on your car and the stance is perfect . I can't wait to see more updates. Very nice work.
Wayne

Thanks! Back in high school my friend and I tore around town in his '66 SS396. Lotsa fun!

[Yelcamino]

that looks great! what color carpeting are you gonna put down? black would look pretty nice IMO. Plans for a simple cage in the future?

Simple black carpet and headliner to match the repro door panels. I plan to have a 6 point roll bar installed so I can run harnesses instead of standard seat belts. I'm also thinking real hard about losing the back seat because with a crossbar on the roll bar, pretty much all rear seat access will be lost.

[gordonquixote]

Damn, that 'Velle is Super Baller!

[Yelcamino]

Damn, that 'Velle is Super Baller!

I'm not sure what that means, but I'll take it! :bananna2:

Thanks!

[dropit69]

hes calling you a baller Herb ..thats a good thing !!..i am trying to snag a 66 chevelle myself ..i love this year chevelle...

[Yelcamino]

hes calling you a baller Herb ..thats a good thing !!..i am trying to snag a 66 chevelle myself ..i love this year chevelle...

Ok, cool! :twothumbs

'66 is my fav too!

[gordonquixote]

I'm back looking at your car - lol. SWEET!

[Yelcamino]

It's been a while since I posted any updates on my Chevelle project. It's finally on the road, registration, insurance, and it even has personalized plates! :bananna2:

The Sparco seats are installed, the alignment is done (I plan to tweak it some more), I just put a Flaming River tilt column and Lecarra steering wheel in today. This coming Saturday I'm taking it to Tigman's shop in VA and he's going to install a 6 point roll bar and a few other things.

A couple of days ago I was out for a test drive and I stopped at the park to take some pictures and a little video for your enjoyment. Hopefully you like what you see and hear!

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[dropit69]

oh wow that things sounds awesome Herb..great job!! but wheres the burnout vids..lol

[Flash68]

Yeah I was totally getting fired up for the burnout or WOT run. That thing is sweet. Beautiful ride.

Those sound like Spintech mufflers to me. Am I right?

[Lenie]

Today was a good day, I was finally able to back the Chevelle out of the garage under its own power! I washed it for the first time since I got a year ago this month. I hope you enjoy the pics...

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Where did you get the hose fixtures that are mounted to the passenger inner fenders?

[Yelcamino]

Yeah I was totally getting fired up for the burnout or WOT run. That thing is sweet. Beautiful ride.

Those sound like Spintech mufflers to me. Am I right?

Thanks! And yes, they're Spintechs - a pair of their Truck/RV mufflers with 3.5" inlets and 3" outlets.

[Yelcamino]

Where did you get the hose fixtures that are mounted to the passenger inner fenders?

They're Billet Specialties "hose separators" and if the link works, there are a bunch of different sizes available through Summit...
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[Flash68]

For being the supposed quietest of their street mufflers, that thing sure roars and sounds great.

[Yelcamino]

For being the supposed quietest of their street mufflers, that thing sure roars and sounds great.

Yeah I know! It's funny how nasty they sound on my car.

[Bow Tie 67]

Sounds great Herb, I was waiting for two things. First video I thought you might trip. LOL I'm sure if that happened it would be edited out. And like everyone else I saw no black marks? After the rollbar install I'm sure you can get Carol to take more video, after all she knows how much you like to smoke-m.

[Mike Holleman]

Looks and sounds good Herb. Looking forward to seeing it and you guys next month. I'm taking the Elky to the strip Sunday.
I'll let you know what she does.
Mike

[Yelcamino]

Sounds great Herb, I was waiting for two things. First video I thought you might trip. LOL I'm sure if that happened it would be edited out. And like everyone else I saw no black marks? After the rollbar install I'm sure you can get Carol to take more video, after all she knows how much you like to smoke-m.

Actually, I did trip but it was on the other video. I set up the camcorder on the tri-pod and started recording. As I was walking up to the car to start it I stepped on the edge of the pavement and slid off it to the dirt. Fortunately I was able to keep from falling.

Until I get the trans broke in I can't do any hard core stuff. I want to make sure everything is working properly. Don't worry, I'm itchin' to have some fun with this car!

[Yelcamino]

Looks and sounds good Herb. Looking forward to seeing it and you guys next month. I'm taking the Elky to the strip Sunday.
I'll let you know what she does.
Mike

We're looking forward to hanging out at your place for a few days! It should be a good time.

Definately let me know what times your Elky runs!

[hoppe]

Herb, Was wondering what type fuel regulator and bracket your using? Mann I love the looks the sound of these two car, I look at them every night, it help me when I get frustrated when working on my chevelle.

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[Yelcamino]

Herb, Was wondering what type fuel regulator and bracket your using? Mann I love the looks the sound of these two car, I look at them every night, it help me when I get frustrated when working on my chevelle.



The regulator is the Edelbrock deal. The plate mounts under the carb, the regulator mounts to the plate and the -6 lines are included.

Thanks and I'm glad you like what I'm doing! :twothumbs

[Yelcamino]

Here's the latest on my Chevelle. I wanted some things done that I couldn't do so I took it to the Fab Shop in Pound, VA. That's where you'll find Tig Man and he's doing the work.

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[Yelcamino]

Here's a few of the front spoiler. It will be powder coated and the openings for the brake cooling ducts are functional...

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[ProTouring442]

Very nice! I had a '66 Chevelle 'vert in high school. Best of the Chevelles if you ask me!

On your front spoiler, have you thought about a rolled lip at the bottom, maybe 5/8" tall? I think it would finish it off great and strengthen it a bit as well.

Anyway, just a random thought... hope I didn't offend!

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

[Yelcamino]

Very nice! I had a '66 Chevelle 'vert in high school. Best of the Chevelles if you ask me!

On your front spoiler, have you thought about a rolled lip at the bottom, maybe 5/8" tall? I think it would finish it off great and strengthen it a bit as well.

Anyway, just a random thought... hope I didn't offend!

Shiny Side Up!
Bill


It might need something on the bottom, but I was thinking more along the lines of an air splitter. No problem, I appreciate everyone's input. Thanks!

[Bow Tie 67]

Herb,

Looks kick-A**, go for the splitter on the front spoiler, pretty please.

Matt

[Gearhead Dude]

I like the rear spoiler and second the splitter!

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

now THAT is cool...

[1968CamaroSS_Sam]

The car is looking really good. Love your engine video's too.

[Yelcamino]

Thanks guys! I'm really happy with the work Mark (Tig Man) is doing for me. I talked to him about a splitter and he said he'd mock something up, so maybe in a couple of days I'll have a picture of a prototype splitter.

[Motown 454]

Looking good

[rlplive]

Incredible car, nice work. I love everything about it.

[1968CamaroSS_Sam]

If you get a chance. I would love to see the spindle side of your brake cooling duct. The spoiler is looking great.

[Yelcamino]

If you get a chance. I would love to see the spindle side of your brake cooling duct. The spoiler is looking great.

The spindle side hasn't been done yet - I'm not sure how it'll end up but I'll post some pics when it's done.

[Yelcamino]

Progress on the roll bar:

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[rlplive]

Now you are talking, looks awesome.

[Yelcamino]

I got some more progress pics of the roll bar...

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[Yelcamino]

The seat mount frames are now under construction...

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[Bow Tie 67]

Looking good Herb, any plans on doing the Michigan event in June?

[Yelcamino]

Looking good Herb, any plans on doing the Michigan event in June?

Hey Matt! I really want to, but I'm getting transferred in June and we'll be moving. Carol said she doesn't mind if I go but the deciding factor will be where we are in the moving process at the time of the Michigan event.

[gearheads78]

Looking really good.

[Yelcamino]

More updates! :twothumbs

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[rlplive]

nice

[Yelcamino]

nice

Thanks! :)

[Tiger]

way to go Herb!

happy new year!

[1971CHEVELLE]

The car is looking really good. Love your engine video's too.
That's really cool, congrats:)

[Tig Man]

Thanks once again for letting us do the work on your car! Best of luck Herb!

Mark

[Bow Tie 67]

Herb,

You better not move to far, I want a ride in this beast at RTTH.

Matt

[Yelcamino]

Thanks! It's nice to see the positive feedback on the car's progress. Especially thanks to Mark (Tig Man) and the guys at the Fab Shop! :twothumbs

Talk about a class act, the Fab Shop guys are awesome. If anyone is in the market for a roll bar or other custom metal work, I highly recommend you give Mark a call, he'll take care of you and make sure the job is done right!

Now that the car is home, I've got some work to do and I'll post more pictures as I go.

Matt: The passenger seat will be waiting for you at RTTHV!

[Yelcamino]

I've been fairly busy working on the Chevelle these last few weeks, mostly stuff that needs to be done but isn't photo worthy until now...

Since I moved the battery to the trunk, I had this big empty battery tray next to the radiator. Because I needed an expansion tank I decided to build one that would fit in place of the battery. It's probably bigger than it needs to be, but that's ok, a little extra coolant never hurts.

I started with two pieces of stainless bent to my dimensions. From there I tig'd it and painted it to match the valve covers. I'm an inexperienced tig welder, but I think it came out ok.

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Now I just have to figure out what to do about the Jeg's filler cap.

[tom_a]

Looks really nice. I like the the brake duct idea and seat brackets.

[Mike Holleman]

I've been fairly busy working on the Chevelle these last few weeks, mostly stuff that needs to be done but isn't photo worthy until now...

Since I moved the battery to the trunk, I had this big empty battery tray next to the radiator. Because I needed an expansion tank I decided to build one that would fit in place of the battery. It's probably bigger than it needs to be, but that's ok, a little extra coolant never hurts.

I started with two pieces of stainless bent to my dimensions. From there I tig'd it and painted it to match the valve covers. I'm an inexperienced tig welder, but I think it came out ok.

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Now I just have to figure out what to do about the Jeg's filler cap.

Well Herb, Looks like you are having fun. Good looking welds for a "beginner ?". When did you pick up the TIG? I've been buryed in the shop rebuilding the burned up 66. It's coming along nicely. Trying to make improvements in every area I have to redo. Customer is getting an extra 60/70 HP with the new fuel injection setup. Try to make the Michigan deal. Maybe we can make the drive up together. Move still looking like DC? Paint the cap flat black.
Mike

[Yelcamino]

Thanks Tom!

Mike, I've had the TIG for about a year, but I don't use it much. I'm trying to get myself to use it more often, but the MIG is so easy I tend to use it more.

What EFI did you go with on the '66?

[Mike Holleman]

Thanks Tom!

Mike, I've had the TIG for about a year, but I don't use it much. I'm trying to get myself to use it more often, but the MIG is so easy I tend to use it more.

What EFI did you go with on the '66?

We went with Accel's DFI. I looked at everybodys stuff at PRI and came away feeling it was the best for what we are after. It's on order and hopefully just days away. I want to install as much of it as I can before putting the frontend on the car. I really like the direction you are going with the Chevelle. I plan to take the Elky to Maxton next month for a few trial runs. Once I get in the license runs I will be held back to 135 plus the fudge factor. Until the cage goes in I cannot find out what it will topout at. Plan on a Maxton run sometime this year.
Mike

[Yelcamino]

We went with Accel's DFI. I looked at everybodys stuff at PRI and came away feeling it was the best for what we are after. It's on order and hopefully just days away. I want to install as much of it as I can before putting the frontend on the car. I really like the direction you are going with the Chevelle. I plan to take the Elky to Maxton next month for a few trial runs. Once I get in the license runs I will be held back to 135 plus the fudge factor. Until the cage goes in I cannot find out what it will topout at. Plan on a Maxton run sometime this year.
Mike

Sounds cool! I want to run the Chevelle at Maxton as well. Before I can go though, I'll have to get an actual racing bucket for the driver side as well as a 5 or 6 point harness. Those two items will open up higher speeds for me to reach for. :)

[Mike Holleman]

Sounds cool! I want to run the Chevelle at Maxton as well. Before I can go though, I'll have to get an actual racing bucket for the driver side as well as a 5 or 6 point harness. Those two items will open up higher speeds for me to reach for. :)

If you don't have one, get a current ECTA rulebook. You may be surprized at how close you already are to meeting the requirements. Unless you are expecting 175 plus?
Mike

[Yelcamino]

If you don't have one, get a current ECTA rulebook. You may be surprized at how close you already are to meeting the requirements. Unless you are expecting 175 plus?
Mike

In some of the threads I've been reading people have quoted safety sections from various sanctioning bodies, including ECTA, and they all seem to require 5 or 6 point harnesses. I have the Schroth ASM 4 points, but apparently they won't do. So I figure on the driver side, I can get one harness specifically for race situations and a one dedicated seat with holes for the 5th and 6th straps. Of course, before I spend any money, I'll have to get the rule book to make sure I get what's needed. And who knows, if I equip the car properly, maybe 175 won't be out of reach!

[Mike Holleman]

In some of the threads I've been reading people have quoted safety sections from various sanctioning bodies, including ECTA, and they all seem to require 5 or 6 point harnesses. I have the Schroth ASM 4 points, but apparently they won't do. So I figure on the driver side, I can get one harness specifically for race situations and a one dedicated seat with holes for the 5th and 6th straps. Of course, before I spend any money, I'll have to get the rule book to make sure I get what's needed. And who knows, if I equip the car properly, maybe 175 won't be out of reach!

By all means get the book. I think you are already legal for running there. You may have to make some changes for a full out run, but you have to walk first. I'm legal for 135 without a roll bar and only a three point harness.

[Tig Man]

Looking good Herb! Did you get a saw yet? I was wondering if you got it setup yet? Hope things are well and hope to see you and Carol this summer.

Mark

[Yelcamino]

Looking good Herb! Did you get a saw yet? I was wondering if you got it setup yet? Hope things are well and hope to see you and Carol this summer.

Mark

Hi Mark,

No saw yet. That will be something I pick up after we're done moving. Right now I need my money to keep the Chevelle moving along! :)

Before we move I'd like to make a run down to your shop with the Chevelle so you can adjust the spindle ducts to clear the sway bar. I'll call you about when I get closer to that point.

Herb

[Tig Man]

We can do it on a weekend day if need be! Just let me know,
Mark

[Yelcamino]

I’m not sure what happened, but I posted this yesterday and today it was gone. So here goes again.

I got the Chevelle up and running, all suspension bits are in place and the engine seems to be running well. With that in mind I took it out for a spin yesterday to get some price quotes on paint and interior. On 30 March it’s going in for the carpet and headliner and maybe a week or so after that I’ll take it in to get the hood and trunk painted.

Here’s how it looks now with the new Coil Spring Specialties 250 lb/in rear coils combined with the 1000 lb/in fronts. Even though it looks low, it actually rides pretty nice. It’s a bit rough over bad roads, but overall it works!

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I also changed the rear exhaust tips. The ones I had on there before were bugging me so I changed them out for simple turn downs and then had both tail pipes and tips black ceramic coated.

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Here’s the engine. The Fab Shop built the “tomb stone” around the air cleaner. I had it powder coated to match the valve covers. It seals to the hood too so it should only get cold outside air.

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I also relocated the battery to the trunk...

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I covered the interior floors with Fatmat all the way up to the rear window. There won’t be a rear seat so carpet will go all the way up too. I painted the roll bar a close match to the anthracite powder I have on other stuff. Right now it’s covered with blue tape to help prevent scratches while the carpet and headliner go in.

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Now that I’m getting close to completion (at least the main stuff), I hope to get some seat time at an autox event or two before RTTH V! :drive:

[wayne70]

That is looking sweet Herb. I will miss RTTH this year so keep the pictures coming. Where did you get the rubber seal for your air cleaner. I built the same style air cleaner pan and need a better seal for it.

[Yelcamino]

That is looking sweet Herb. I will miss RTTH this year so keep the pictures coming. Where did you get the rubber seal for your air cleaner. I built the same style air cleaner pan and need a better seal for it.

Thanks Wayne! I'll have to ask Tigman about the seal since he's the one that provided it. I'll let you know what I find out.

[blown9746]

this car is awesome.

[BossaNova]

Dang. I'd go to RTTH V just to see this car!

[Bow Tie 67]

Herb, its looking great, how big a difference in handling is there after the upgrades? night and day?

Matt

[dropit69]

looking awesome Herb but with 1 seat wheres the wife gonna ride?..lol

[David Sloan]

Looking Killer Herb
Keep the up dates coming!

[Yelcamino]

That is looking sweet Herb. I will miss RTTH this year so keep the pictures coming. Where did you get the rubber seal for your air cleaner. I built the same style air cleaner pan and need a better seal for it.

Here ya go Wayne...

http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/Product/Pr-p_Product.CATENTRY_ID:2008597/c-10101/Nty-1/p-2008597/Ntx-mode+matchallpartial/N-10101/tf-Browse/s-10101/Ntk-AllTextSearchGroup?Ntt=UWS-139-25

You have to check the pictures because there are about 10 different styles.

[Yelcamino]

Dang. I'd go to RTTH V just to see this car!

Wow, thanks! I didn't think my car was nice enough for someone to travel to see it!

[Yelcamino]

Herb, its looking great, how big a difference in handling is there after the upgrades? night and day?

Matt

Since I never drove it with the stock suspension, I can't say how much of a difference there is. However, I can (or will be able to) compare it with the El Camino's Global West suspension. The one thing I noticed immediately is the Chevelle has a smaller turning radius than the Elky. I've only driven it a couple of times and the turns haven't been very tight so I don't know how it will be yet. I hope it's going to be awesome! :)

[Yelcamino]

looking awesome Herb but with 1 seat wheres the wife gonna ride?..lol

Actually, I'm sure my wife would prefer that I don't put a seat in it for her! LOL! I want to make things as easy as possible for the upholstery shop and the window tinter so I'm leaving the passenger seat out until they're done.

[Yelcamino]

It's back from the upholstery shop. They installed carpet, a headliner, and made floor mats. I have to go back next week to pick up the roll bar pads. Before I can install the passenger side seat, I need to get the windows tinted. I also have to find the trim pieces that hold the headliner to the top of the windshield frame and back glass frame. If anyone knows where I can get these two pieces (or at least a picture so I know what to look for), I'd really appreciate a point in the right direction!

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[Tig Man]

Carpet looks great!


Mark

[joe440]

that came out great, sweet ride

[rlplive]

One of my favorite cars on this site. Awesome

[Yelcamino]

Thanks guys!

[rlplive]

oh and how about a burnout or action vid????

[BaddestBuick]

damn this is a really sweet velle! great job

[ProTouring442]

It's back from the upholstery shop. They installed carpet, a headliner, and made floor mats. I have to go back next week to pick up the roll bar pads. Before I can install the passenger side seat, I need to get the windows tinted. I also have to find the trim pieces that hold the headliner to the top of the windshield frame and back glass frame. If anyone knows where I can get these two pieces (or at least a picture so I know what to look for), I'd really appreciate a point in the right direction!

There is a VERY nice salvage yard near Culpepper, VA called Leon's. They have a bunch of old stuff, and thus might have the parts you need. I will probably be going there in the next week or so if you'd like me to look for you.

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

[RJ66]

It's back from the upholstery shop. They installed carpet, a headliner, and made floor mats. I have to go back next week to pick up the roll bar pads. Before I can install the passenger side seat, I need to get the windows tinted. I also have to find the trim pieces that hold the headliner to the top of the windshield frame and back glass frame. If anyone knows where I can get these two pieces (or at least a picture so I know what to look for), I'd really appreciate a point in the right direction!

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I believe i picked up my pieces for my 66 Chevelle through Original Parts Group. 1-800-243-8355. If you have any more questions give me a call.


Randy (D&Z Customs LLC.)
1-262-347-9741
[email protected]

[Yelcamino]

I believe i picked up my pieces for my 66 Chevelle through Original Parts Group. 1-800-243-8355. If you have any more questions give me a call.


Randy (D&Z Customs LLC.)
1-262-347-9741
[email protected]

Are you referring to the plastic trim pieces? I should have been more clear, apparently there are metal strips that screw on to the edge at the top of the windshield and the back glass which the plastic trim pieces clip on. I've been checking the resto places online (Year One, NPD, etc) and it's looking like the parts I need aren't reproduced.

[Yelcamino]

I think the interior is finally finished. What do you think?

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[Tig Man]

Looks great Herb!! Can't wait to see it in person! You going to the RRTH this fall with it?


Mark

[CruizinKev]

very nice man :twothumbs

[rlplive]

Nice man, really nice.

[lh_kustoms]

Herb looks really good hope your enjoying it. been trying to find the time to work on my 67 but been hard at work on customer cars and spending time w/my son hes 2 months old. hopefully ill find some time this weekend

[Tiger]

Cool Herb! way to go!

[Mike Holleman]

I think the interior is finally finished. What do you think?

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The interior really turned out nice. I'm still battling with the decision on my rollbar. I think your setup will pass ECTA tech with no problem. Wish you could swing the Motor State deal in June.
Mike

[Yelcamino]

Looks great Herb!! Can't wait to see it in person! You going to the RRTH this fall with it?

Mark

Hey thanks Mark! My plan is to have this at RRTH. I've still got some bugs to work out, but I'm confident it'll be ready by September.

[Yelcamino]

Herb looks really good hope your enjoying it. been trying to find the time to work on my 67 but been hard at work on customer cars and spending time w/my son hes 2 months old. hopefully ill find some time this weekend

Thanks! I've had it on the road a few times so far and based on early indications, it's going to be a lot of fun! Right now I'm in the process of adjusting the pinion angle; I think I'm almost there. The next big thing is to get the hood and trunk painted!

[Yelcamino]

The interior really turned out nice. I'm still battling with the decision on my rollbar. I think your setup will pass ECTA tech with no problem. Wish you could swing the Motor State deal in June.
Mike

Thanks Mike. Overall I'm happy with the interior though the floor mats the shop made were pretty shabby IMO. The mats that are in there now came from Carol's GLK 350, amazingly they fit perfect!

It would be nice if ECTA approved my bar/seat/harness system. I'd really like to see what the top end on this thing is!

June won't work for me. I have to be at my new duty station on 12 June and we still haven't sold our current house. Until that's sold we really can't do anything. It never fails, whenever we need to sell a house, the market takes a dump!

[Mike Holleman]

Thanks Mike. Overall I'm happy with the interior though the floor mats the shop made were pretty shabby IMO. The mats that are in there now came from Carol's GLK 350, amazingly they fit perfect!

It would be nice if ECTA approved my bar/seat/harness system. I'd really like to see what the top end on this thing is!

June won't work for me. I have to be at my new duty station on 12 June and we still haven't sold our current house. Until that's sold we really can't do anything. It never fails, whenever we need to sell a house, the market takes a dump!


I'm sure the house will go soon. On the ECTA, just go to tech and act fat,dumb and happy. Your setup is done real close to 100 percent right. Hopefully they will allow you to do both your 125 and 150 licensing runs. 150 and above is where the 5 point rule is strict. They basically told me they knew my car was gonna go 175 so I had to meet that requirement before running again. They are very fair and only want to be sure all the drivers are safe.
Mike

[Yelcamino]

Ok guys, here it is with the new paint...

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Since I changed the valve covers, I have to include an engine pic...

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Oh what the hell, here's a shot of the interior too...

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:smoke:

[BossaNova]

Dang man. You should warn somebody before you post pictures like that.
I nearly fell out of my chair!
Talk to you later......I've got to look at those pics again.

[Yelcamino]

Dang man. You should warn somebody before you post pictures like that.
I nearly fell out of my chair!
Talk to you later......I've got to look at those pics again.

LOL! Thanks!

[KlasSic68]

Great looking car! Very tastefully done

[1offwizard]

Awesome!

[ponchopwr70]

I love this car! Very well done A+ work.

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

niiiiiiiiiccee!!

[wayne70]

Car look's great Herd, all it need's is some bug spat and cone rash to be perfect.

[Yelcamino]

Thanks guys! If you look closely at the first picture, there's already bug guts on the front spoiler, grille and hood! :twothumbs

[Yelcamino]

Check this out - the Chevelle got some ink! :bananna2:

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[wayne70]

Congrat's Herb the car look's great. Man i wish we could make it to RTTH to see it in person and get a ride. Maybe next year.

[Yelcamino]

Congrat's Herb the car look's great. Man i wish we could make it to RTTH to see it in person and get a ride. Maybe next year.

Thanks Wayne! Can't make it this year? That sucks. Maybe next year.

[Yelcamino]

Another nice surprise... when I got home from work today my new Ron Davis radiator was waiting for me. I love these things, the workmanship is so nice, it's like art or jewelry for the car!

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[Yelcamino]

I got another update for you. I ordered an oil cooler from Performance Rod & Custom (http://www.prchotrod.com/index.html) and it arrived today. It's a lot bigger than it looks in their web catalog but it is a seriously nice piece...

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I think I'm going to mount it behind the driver side headlights. There seems to be plenty of room and it looks like it will be able to get cooler air; and most importantly, it will be protected.

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[dropit69]

wow sweet updates Herb..that oil cooler is aweome looking..

[Yelcamino]

wow sweet updates Herb..that oil cooler is aweome looking..

Thanks! The oil cooler is very nice; better than I expected.

[craigs73]

yeah congrats on the write up in popular hot rodding i seen that car and i recognized it right off the bat

[Yelcamino]

yeah congrats on the write up in popular hot rodding i seen that car and i recognized it right off the bat

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

I finally got the new Ron Davis radiator installed. It's a dual-pass cross-flow with a pair of Spal 13" fans...

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[qwkswede]

Cool setup with the radiator. Did you just drill holes and bolt it directly to the radiator support? I'm staring at a similar setup for my car right now. And trying to figure out how this is a "stock replacement" radiator.

[BossaNova]

Congrats on the ink. From what I see you certainly deserve it.

Beautiful radiator!
Ron Davis radiators are not cheap (as you know). But, I feel like I got my money's worth.

Wish I could say that about all my purchases. :^(

[Yelcamino]

Thank Mark! I'm a big fan of Ron Davis' radiators. They work as good as they look!

[Yelcamino]

Mike and me at Maxton...

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[55chevyman]

we need more pics from maxton :)

[Tucks69]

I talked to Mike at the Goodguys show, he said yall had a good time. Wish I would have come down, maybe next year when you and Mike come back!! I only live about 30 minutes from Maxton!!

[srh3trinity]

That radiator looks like a nice piece. The car is really coming together nicely.

[Yelcamino]

we need more pics from maxton :)

I'm waiting for my friend Jim to send me a CD with the pics and video he took. I'll post a link as soon as I get it!

[Yelcamino]

I talked to Mike at the Goodguys show, he said yall had a good time. Wish I would have come down, maybe next year when you and Mike come back!! I only live about 30 minutes from Maxton!!

We're going back in April. Maybe we'll see you there!

[Yelcamino]

That radiator looks like a nice piece. The car is really coming together nicely.

Thanks!

[gearheads78]

Looking great!! Congrats on the ink

[MSTSFabbed]

Just saw this this morning and watched the clip of it idling twice and had to promptly show my buddy!! Absolutely incredible idle!!!! Its perfect.

[RJ66]

I can't wait to see it in person at Motor State Challenge.



Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
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1-262-347-9741

[blown9746]

what did it do at maxton? I'm going to check maxton out next year after I move to Charlotte.

[Yelcamino]

I can't wait to see it in person at Motor State Challenge.



Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
[email protected]
1-262-347-9741


I'm really looking forward to this event! It should be a blast!

[Yelcamino]

what did it do at maxton? I'm going to check maxton out next year after I move to Charlotte.

My top speed was 161.3 mph. The tech inspector didn't like my FIA rated Sparco racing seat so I was limited to 150; obviously I went a little over. I've since changed out the Sparco for an aluminum Kirky seat which will satisfy ECTA's safety requirements. My goal in April is 175 mph.

[RJ66]

My top speed was 161.3 mph. The tech inspector didn't like my FIA rated Sparco racing seat so I was limited to 150; obviously I went a little over. I've since changed out the Sparco for an aluminum Kirky seat which will satisfy ECTA's safety requirements. My goal in April is 175 mph.

That is really moving! How did the car feel at that speed?



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[Yelcamino]

That is really moving! How did the car feel at that speed?



Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
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I was really surprised, it felt completely stable and planted, like I was going 80 mph down the highway.

Here's a link to some pictures (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42635971@N06/sets/72157622856988842/).

[dropit69]

Herb you need my address to send me the sparco then?..lol..thats hauling ass by the way..great job !!

[Yelcamino]

Herb you need my address to send me the sparco then?..lol..thats hauling ass by the way..great job !!

Yeah it was, thanks! Haha, sure thing! :twothumbs Actually, the Sparcos are going in the El Camino!

[RJ66]

I was really surprised, it felt completely stable and planted, like I was going 80 mph down the highway.

Here's a link to some pictures (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42635971@N06/sets/72157622856988842/).

The video's were great,the cars sounded awsome. Thanks:1st: I would love to do something like that with my 66 Chevelle, but I have it up for sale so I don't need to wreck anything.


Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
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[mc84_zz4]

Somehow I have missed this thread, congrats on the Chevelle, very nice, and tastefully done.
It sounds like a beast. :1st:

[Yelcamino]

The video's were great,the cars sounded awsome. Thanks:1st: I would love to do something like that with my 66 Chevelle, but I have it up for sale so I don't need to wreck anything.


Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
[email protected]
1-262-347-9741

I just checked out your web page; I remember your Chevelle! That car is sweet! Why are you selling it?

[Yelcamino]

Somehow I have missed this thread, congrats on the Chevelle, very nice, and tastefully done.
It sounds like a beast. :1st:

Thanks! I appreciate it. Hopefully come spring time it will be even more of a beast because I'm adding EFI and some other little things to improve it.

[RJ66]

I just checked out your web page; I remember your Chevelle! That car is sweet! Why are you selling it?


Hi Herb, Thanks for the comment on the Chevelle I appreciate it. I am selling the Chevelle to allow me to get more shop equipment & also work on other projects. I really like this car so it's hard to sell but, I have my first magazine car back & redone (project "Re-Peeled") & I can't keep everything. I am not going to just give it away though.

Thank You
Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
[email protected]
1-262-347-9741

[2ndgenhunter]

Man that 66 is wicked!!!! I'm hoping my 67 turns out 1/4 as nice as your car. I do have a question if your don't mine. Your rearend? Is it standard 66-67 width or is it custom width?

[Yelcamino]

Man that 66 is wicked!!!! I'm hoping my 67 turns out 1/4 as nice as your car. I do have a question if your don't mine. Your rearend? Is it standard 66-67 width or is it custom width?

Thanks!

It's standard width for a '66.

[68byrd]

The car looks great. You have a top notch ride. Good work!

[bonecrrusher]

Sorry to thread jack.. but you've been to Maxton, and look like an expert...

I want to do the Hot Rod Magazine Maxton Mile competition in the spring and I've got a few questions...

1) I bought a Snell SA2005 helmet - that should get me thru tech, right?

2) My C6 Vette is mostly stock - intake/exhaust/Z06 brakes and wheels - This should put me in the 135 mile class?

3) Anything else safety needed to run this event?

Also - dumb question, but where do you stay? Its a few hrs from Charlotte and will probably crash at at Hotel for the night.

[Yelcamino]

Sorry to thread jack.. but you've been to Maxton, and look like an expert...

I want to do the Hot Rod Magazine Maxton Mile competition in the spring and I've got a few questions...

1) I bought a Snell SA2005 helmet - that should get me thru tech, right?

2) My C6 Vette is mostly stock - intake/exhaust/Z06 brakes and wheels - This should put me in the 135 mile class?

3) Anything else safety needed to run this event?

Also - dumb question, but where do you stay? Its a few hrs from Charlotte and will probably crash at at Hotel for the night.

1. To make sure you have the right equipment, I highly recommend you get a rule book.

Until you get one, I'll try to answre your questions using my 2009 rule book.

From the 2009 rule book:

3.A.2. Driver’s Helmet

All drivers/riders must wear a full-face helmet with face shield. A Snell Foundation tag reading SA2000 or M2000 or later is required. No open face helmets will be allowed. Helmets will be visually inspected at least once each year. Helmets shall be undamaged and in serviceable condition. Eyeglasses worn under the helmet must be shatterproof. Snell Foundation 2005 certification will be required on all helmets beginning in Jan. 1, 2011. Manufacture date not to exceed 5 years. All enclosed cockpit car and motorcycle streamliners, require SA rated helmets.

2. Again, the rule book is your best friend. My understanding is an all stock car with stock factory installed safety equipment can be tech'd up to 135 mph. Looking through the rule book, each section, i.e., Tires, Wheels, Roll Bars, etc. has specific requirements for each speed class.

3. From the 2009 rule book:

3.A. Driver's Clothing

All drivers, 135 mph and over or all open cockpit vehicles, must wear a driver's suit, gloves, head sock or helmet skirt, and boots. Protective underwear ishighly recommended. All items shall be in clean and serviceable condition. It is advisable not to wear synthetic clothing material under the driver's suit. All driver's suits must be SFI certified and have the SFI rating tag attached.

In my own words:

After reading the various speed classes, for closed cars under 135 mph a driver suit (SFI 3.2A/1), boots (SFI 3.3/5), gloves (SFI 3.3/5), and a head sock (SFI 3.3) are recommended. I think the key word there is recommended. I would take that to mean not required as long as you keep it under 135 mph.

Lastly, there are two hotels not far from the track. The one I stayed at last time was the Pine Acres Lodge (http://maps.google.com/maps/place?rls=com.microsoft:en-us:IE-SearchBox&oe=UTF-8&sourceid=ie7&rlz=1I7GGLL_en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=pine+acres+lodge+maxton+nc&fb=1&gl=us&hq=pine+acres+lodge&hnear=maxton+nc&cid=8943230810299473026) , which is a little south west of the air port where the meet takes place.

Hopefully this info is helpful and sorry for taking so long to respond!

[Yelcamino]

The car looks great. You have a top notch ride. Good work!

Thanks 68byrd! :twothumbs

[Yelcamino]

BTW, my pile got some internet ink today on the Right Foot Down Auto Blog (http://www.rightfootdown.com/?p=454#comments).

[454bug]

BTW, my pile got some internet ink today on the Right Foot Down Auto Blog (http://www.rightfootdown.com/?p=454#comments).


GREAT write-up Herb!! :twothumbs


NICE pictures as well... :)


CONGRATS!!! :1st:

[Yelcamino]

GREAT write-up Herb!! :twothumbs


NICE pictures as well... :)


CONGRATS!!! :1st:


Thanks Ray!

[Tig Man]

Congrats!! Looking great!

Mark

[Yelcamino]

Congrats!! Looking great!

Mark

Thanks Mark!

[Yelcamino]

I guess the Chevelle has officially arrived thanks to CHP! :thankyou:

Thanks Henry for liking my unpolished tin can enough to put in your magazine! Thanks Ro for the great write up and thanks Rob for the awesome pictures!

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[Mr. Anderson]

Looks like I'll be heading to the book store tomorrow. Congrats!

[Yelcamino]

Looks like I'll be heading to the book store tomorrow. Congrats!

Thanks! I'll be making a trip to the store as well!

[bonecrrusher]

Nice ink!

[Yelcamino]

Nice ink!

Thanks!

[66SuperSport]

Herb

Talked to Rob earlier today and he told me the good news. Congratulations!!!!
Your "tin can" looks pretty damn good to me too.

[Yelcamino]

Herb

Talked to Rob earlier today and he told me the good news. Congratulations!!!!
Your "tin can" looks pretty damn good to me too.


Thanks Chris! Maybe now I'll have to wash it a little more often. :bananna2:

[454bug]

HA!! I know another celebrity!! :woot:

My internet buddies are gettin' more and more famous!!

Congrats Herb!!

Awesome car and well deserved! :1st:

[CruizinKev]

cool!! congrats! :cheers:

[cmraman]

I guess the Chevelle has officially arrived thanks to CHP! :thankyou:

Thanks Henry for liking my unpolished tin can enough to put in your magazine! Thanks Ro for the great write up and thanks Rob for the awesome pictures!

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Hey Herb. It was a great time shooting the car. I appreciate you sticking it out one extra day to get it done. It was great to get to know you and thanks for your help when the Olds was having trouble. BTW, did you see yourself in PHR under my car? Lol. Take care. Hope to hear from you soon

[Yelcamino]

Hey Herb. It was a great time shooting the car. I appreciate you sticking it out one extra day to get it done. It was great to get to know you and thanks for your help when the Olds was having trouble. BTW, did you see yourself in PHR under my car? Lol. Take care. Hope to hear from you soon

It was my pleasure! I'm glad we were able to make our schedules match up! No problem helping with the Olds and yes I saw my legs sticking out from under your car! lol

[Yelcamino]

After banging, bending and scratching my spoiler, I finally got a new one. This one is an improvement over the last in that it's a lot easier to take on and off, it has a center mounted intake for the brake cooling ducts, and it has a splitter. It's still bare aluminum, debating on leaving it that way or painting it. What do you think?

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[Mr. Anderson]

I think it looks great! Would like to see it painted though. Now, about your old spoiler.......:fingersx:

[bonecrrusher]

Looks great - I saw your car at RTTH - but don't think I ever met you, lol! Maybe next year!

[454bug]

The shape looks great Herb!

I keep thinking it would look better if it was painted... Maybe the vertical areas painted blue and the splitter portion painted a darker color to better tie in with the hood.

It's definitely a personal preference. I'm sure it would look just as good either way.

[Yelcamino]

I'll probably paint the vertical surface gunmetal like the previous spoiler and the splitter matte black.

Thanks for the compliments, I'm pretty happy with it! Oh, and one more thing, since I like to go to Maxton for LSR, this spoiler is quickly removed and a different one can be attached that sits approximately 1.75" off the deck! I'll put it on and post a pic.

[srh3trinity]

The spoiler looks great. Can you offer any tips on how you made the frame for the grill that covers the brake duct opening?

[Yelcamino]

The spoiler looks great. Can you offer any tips on how you made the frame for the grill that covers the brake duct opening?

Well first of all, I have to give credit where credit is due. A little chassis shop near me called Piper Motorsports built the spoiler using my drawings. The frame for the grill is a piece of stainless sheet metal that was cut to fit. The screen is also stainless but everything else is aluminum.

[Yelcamino]

Here's a view of the flange that stays on the bumper allowing me to switch between spoilers...

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This is the Maxton spoiler (without the splitter)...

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And here's a rear view of the street/road course spoiler...

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[Yelcamino]

Looks great - I saw your car at RTTH - but don't think I ever met you, lol! Maybe next year!

Thanks! Yeah, maybe next year!

[Yelcamino]

Oh, and one more thing... thanks to Frank and Lisa at Prodigy, in about 4 weeks, the Chevelle will be sporting a set of these bad boys:

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With these wrapped around them:

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[454bug]

AWESOME selection on the wheels Herb! That's the same wheel I'm going with also. Frank is suggesting I go with the "brushed" lips with the Matte/Satin Black centers.

The RT-615K is an awesome tire! I just wish they'd make a 335-345 series tire... They stop at the 315 series! I'd have a front tire but no size to fit the rear. That should be the PERFECT tire for you for the P-T functions!

I can't wait to see them on your car! :twothumbs:

[sixty5hellvell]

Your spoiler has given me so many ideas for mine, I would love a better picture of the flange on the bumper. Mine is a grill blockoff also so it will be a little different design but alot of it will still apply but your design is very thought out. Here is a picture of the begining of mine it is mounted to the grill support connected to the core support and will have a frame behind it to stiffen the whole thing up. My radiator is rear mounted so there isnt a need for airflow.

[Bow Tie 67]

Herb the spoiler looks great! Those wheels and tires will really look good on the car, I wish they sold a 335 tire for my app.

[Mike Holleman]

Looks like you will be loaded for bear at Maxton. All we need now is no rain, cool air and a bit of tailwind. Is that too much to ask for? See you guys on Wed.
Mike

[66SuperSport]

I've been running the RT-615s on our C-5 for the lat 4 years and they are a great tire for the money. Also have them on the front of the '66 convertible. They wear pretty good and are great in the rain.
What sizes are you going with on your Chevelle?

[Yelcamino]

Your spoiler has given me so many ideas for mine, I would love a better picture of the flange on the bumper. Mine is a grill blockoff also so it will be a little different design but alot of it will still apply but your design is very thought out. Here is a picture of the begining of mine it is mounted to the grill support connected to the core support and will have a frame behind it to stiffen the whole thing up. My radiator is rear mounted so there isnt a need for airflow.

I'm working on the car today so I'll take some more pictures of the flange for you. The nice thing about this design is once it's all bolted together, it creates a box and doesn't need any other supports.

It's kinda hard to see in the pictures I posted, but there are two block off plates for the rectangular openings in the bumper. I'll use racer's tape to cover up the grille, the engine runs cool regardless.

[Yelcamino]

Herb the spoiler looks great! Those wheels and tires will really look good on the car, I wish they sold a 335 tire for my app.

I had the same issue when looking for 200 treadwear tires. One brand would have the size I needed for the front but not the back and vice/versa.

[Yelcamino]

I've been running the RT-615s on our C-5 for the lat 4 years and they are a great tire for the money. Also have them on the front of the '66 convertible. They wear pretty good and are great in the rain.
What sizes are you going with on your Chevelle?

Hey Chris, like I said to Matt above, I had a hard time finding the right front/rear sizes in a 200 treadwear; the RT-615K had what I wanted. I went with 255/40-18 and 295/40-18. The SP3Ps and BFGs will go on the El Camino. :)

[bonecrrusher]

Nice wheels and tires!

Have they release the calender for the 2011 ECTA schedule @ Maxton yet?

[Yelcamino]

Looks like you will be loaded for bear at Maxton. All we need now is no rain, cool air and a bit of tailwind. Is that too much to ask for? See you guys on Wed.
Mike

I'm just about ready. Washed the Chevelle today, trial fit the new spoiler (added some war paint in the process!), got my trailer ready to go (you driving or trailer?), and made a pair of mounts for the tie downs to hook to (which I still need to mount to the rear frame rails!).

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[Yelcamino]

Nice wheels and tires!

Have they release the calender for the 2011 ECTA schedule @ Maxton yet?

Thanks! Not sure about the new schedule. They may have it available next weekend, I'll try to remember to check.

[Bjkadron]

I like the warpaint!

[bonecrrusher]

That warpaint kicks ass!

[Yelcamino]

I finally got around to taking the RR spoiler to the powder coat shop on Monday and it's on the car with some color. The vertical portion I tried to match up to the gunmetal on the other parts and the splitter is matte black. You may notice the splitter is smaller than when I first got it. The problem was I kept kicking it and tripping over it in my garage. Besides, I didn't like how far it stuck out on the ends, so I ended up trimming it down some.

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[Yelcamino]

I like the warpaint!


That warpaint kicks ass!

Thanks! :cheers:

[Yelcamino]

Your spoiler has given me so many ideas for mine, I would love a better picture of the flange on the bumper. Mine is a grill blockoff also so it will be a little different design but alot of it will still apply but your design is very thought out. Here is a picture of the begining of mine it is mounted to the grill support connected to the core support and will have a frame behind it to stiffen the whole thing up. My radiator is rear mounted so there isnt a need for airflow.

Sorry about not getting a better pic of the flange, I completely forgot about it! It's fairly simple, there's a flat piece that bolts to the bottom of the bumper and then a vertical piece was welded to it. Then threadserts were put in the veritical part for the spoiler to bolt to. The spoiler also wraps around the back about an inch on both sides.

[Yelcamino]

Update: New Forgeline GA3 wheels with Falken Azenis RT-615K tires...

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The centers and inner hoops are matte black and the outer hoops are gun metal.

8.5x18 w/ 255/40-18
10x18 w/ 295/40-18

For those that like to know these things, the rear wheel/tire weighs in at 54 lbs and the front is 46.5 lbs.

[srh3trinity]

That is a great looking wheel/tire combo. Congrats!

[mild2wildpaintngraphics]

New Forgelines look awesome, all business, take no prisoners look!