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SicMonte

04-03-2010, 07:34 AM

I figured I might as well show off my project! It is a 1988 Monte Carlo SS and I have had it since 2001. I bought it for my 21st birthday! As with all of us and our projects this has been a love/hate relationship with this car. I recentlly bought a harley that I was planning on making a chopper. In July I messed up my back again so the Harley idea is now gone. Now all my attention is back on the monte. Here is a list of current mods:

- 350 bored 060 over (various goodies inside)
- Built 200R-4 trans
- SC&C Stage 2 front end kit
- SC&C front end brace
- Bell Tech Drop Spindles
- Vari Shocks on all four corners
- Moog front springs, Bell Tech rear spring (soon to be CCP)
- Rear frame notch
- 6 Point Roll Bar
- Nascar Boom Tube Exhaust
- Racing Front seats with 5 point harness's
- wheels/tires aren't worth mentioning.....yet. (see wheel/tire section) :yum:

This is mainly a street car but it does see some autocross and road race events. Here are some pics.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_1902-1.jpg
Fresh out of the shop at SC&C...with 315/35/17's out back.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_2478-1.jpg
Gutting the firewall for a heater delete panel

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_2972-1.jpg
Boom Tube deer carnage!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_2793-1.jpg
basic body work getting ready for the....

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_2803-1.jpg
Spray paint!! no joke...it turned out good.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_2818-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/Picture062-1.jpg
That is where the car stays. Parents house with a lift and a full fab shop. The lift is on "my side"..lol.

Thats enough for now. I will get my new wheels in about four weeks. The car is currently on the lift getting a boat load of upgrades. Pics and description will be soon!!

Thanks for checking out my project.

montessaj

04-03-2010, 07:54 AM

youngdeezy

04-03-2010, 07:54 AM

SicMonte

04-03-2010, 08:17 AM

welcome bro and its nice to see another g-body around here. Your monte looks sweet....i gotta say for a rattle can job its nice. would love to see other pics....you say you have a lift at the house now thats sick. theres a link to my gbody in my sig, check me out!

welcome......i've been on this board since 2005 lol. nice car btw!!

we just got the lift installed this week. 10,000lb rotary lift! This opens up a wholw new window of oppertunity. We also have a mill, lathe, plasma cutter, tig, mig...etc

SicMonte

04-03-2010, 08:20 AM

This car makes me proud to be a Monte SS owner. Seriously a sick car. Thanks for posting this up. I'll have some questions for you later on the frame notch.

Also, do you mind sharing the part numbers for the Vari-shocks you are running?

I need to look up those part numbers. They were made for my application, with the ride height and suspension mods taken into account.

CruizinKev

04-03-2010, 08:29 AM

saweet!!! can't wait to see the ccw's on that thing! :twothumbs

1971CHEVELLE

04-03-2010, 08:47 AM

Cool:twothumbs

montessaj

04-03-2010, 03:18 PM

I need to look up those part numbers. They were made for my application, with the ride height and suspension mods taken into account.

How much is your Monte lowered overall? Mine has 1" spring 2" spindles front, and 2" OPG springs rear.

bonecrrusher

04-03-2010, 06:54 PM

Get rid of the cowl hood.... dont like it at all.

Flat black paint looks awesome.

SicMonte

04-04-2010, 11:40 AM

Get rid of the cowl hood.... dont like it at all.

Flat black paint looks awesome.

I'll get right on it...........uummm...no. :)

BigBlockOlds

04-04-2010, 11:43 AM

Very cool! :)

GM_muscle

04-04-2010, 12:08 PM

spray paint turned out great.

youngdeezy

04-05-2010, 08:54 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif
Gutting the firewall for a heater delete panel

you did a great job with the ac delete.....my question is what did you use to remove all of the old sealer/silicone off the firewall. wire wheel and scrapper or what it looks good?

as you can see I'm at that point right now and getting ready to pull my old eng/tranny, clean firewall and frame, then por-15.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/All0021-1.jpg

SicMonte

04-05-2010, 10:56 AM

you did a great job with the ac delete.....my question is what did you use to remove all of the old sealer/silicone off the firewall. wire wheel and scrapper or what it looks good?

as you can see I'm at that point right now and getting ready to pull my old eng/tranny, clean firewall and frame, then por-15.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/All0021-1.jpg

I used a paint scraper mostly. I just took my time and made sure everything was clean. I had a small wire brush I used too.

SicMonte

07-03-2010, 04:47 AM

I do not know why my pictures were deleted from photobucket...hhmm..

Alot has been going on with this car since the last post...let's hope these pics stay up!!!

montessaj

07-03-2010, 04:49 AM

Lets see some pics man!

SicMonte

07-03-2010, 05:18 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_1898-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_1903-1.jpg
New front suspension/steering parts. 36mm F-Body hollow front sway bar...so lite!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_1899-1.jpg
The old stuff.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_1906-1.jpg
New Jeep steering shaft vs the old stock one.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_1917-1.jpg
New steering box.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_1918-1.jpg
New steering box installed and a good look at my soon to be gone CRAPPY ps pump.

SicMonte

07-03-2010, 05:29 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_1928-1.jpg
New JRP P/S Pump and pully. Best investment I have made in the car so far.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_1945-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2047-1.jpg
36mm sway bar is a beast!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2056-1.jpg
Everything installed..sway bar, drag link, tie rod ends, tie rod adjuster, SC&C Chassis Brace...ready to go!

SicMonte

07-03-2010, 05:39 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2058-1.jpg
Here they are...my new CCW Classic's!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2060-1.jpg
BFG KDW2's...295/35/18

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2067-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2070-1.jpg
old shocks...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2073-1.jpg
New shocks!

SicMonte

07-03-2010, 06:04 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2074-1.jpg
New shock put in place...set on 5.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2102-1.jpg
Good shot of my stock rear control arms...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2107-1.jpg
New Currie "curr-trac" upper control arms

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2108-1.jpg
"Curr-Trac" adjustable uppers

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2110-1.jpg
lowers installed

SicMonte

07-03-2010, 06:07 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2075-1.jpg
Center caps were a $#@*& to put in!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2081-1.jpg
That o-ring made it a tight fit.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2083-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2087-1.jpg

SicMonte

07-03-2010, 06:16 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2092-1.jpg
At a local cruise in.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2094-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2096-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2097-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2098-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2099-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2100-1.jpg

Smock67

07-03-2010, 12:23 PM

Man those CCW's looks great, certainly is a Sick Monte for sure.

nowukno

07-03-2010, 01:24 PM

nowukno

07-03-2010, 01:26 PM

Never mind,Im thinking of someone else this is a sweet monte though

cornfed

07-03-2010, 02:34 PM

Nice. That has to be the only spray-bombed car wearin' CCWs. :smoke:

BossaNova

07-03-2010, 02:51 PM

Awesome transformation! Those wheels look great against that paint.

How does it handle now with new tires/suspn mods?

Small Block LSX

07-03-2010, 07:40 PM

Nice. That has to be the only spray-bombed car wearin' CCWs. :smoke:

That's what I was thinking. My best friends brother is a body guy. He will be spraying my Monte this fall/winter. If I had a shop doing my paint it would be around $8,500. He is doing it for $2,500.

Small Block LSX

07-03-2010, 08:28 PM

What are the specs on your wheels as far as backspacing and what not?

Do you have any pictures of your frame notch?

mc84_zz4

07-03-2010, 11:23 PM

Kudos man! the car was allready badazz. With the new wheels/tires; it's even more bitchin'!

montessaj

07-04-2010, 06:37 AM

Whose jealous?...This guy right here is!

That thing is SICK. Keep up the good work man, I look forward to seeing more pics of this car.

78 Type-LT

07-04-2010, 06:38 AM

looking good

srh3trinity

07-04-2010, 07:51 PM

Nice choice in wheels. CCW Classics are all business.

SicMonte

07-05-2010, 09:49 AM

Awesome transformation! Those wheels look great against that paint.

How does it handle now with new tires/suspn mods?

The monte handles alot better than it did with the old suspension parts and wheel/tire combo on it. I can take turns now and feel confident that it will stick!

I have only had the chance to drive it about 100 miles with the new wheels on it before the rear end gave out though. It is on the lift now once again with the rear out. It should be back on the road next week.

SicMonte

07-05-2010, 09:55 AM

What are the specs on your wheels as far as backspacing and what not?

Do you have any pictures of your frame notch?

I have pics of the frame notch in a thread that I put up about four years ago. Search my name in this section and you will find the thread.

The wheels are CCW Classic's with polished hoops and anodized black centers.
Fronts 18x9 4.75"bs, 255/35/18 tire
Rears 18x10.5 6"bs, 295/35/18 tire

68firebird

07-05-2010, 01:08 PM

car looks great man, nice job!!!

Mudweizer

07-05-2010, 02:00 PM

Nice Monte. Who made the cowl hood?

86regalss

07-05-2010, 03:01 PM

hey man thats a sweet ride! how much for the torq thrust 2's? PM me.
-steve

SicMonte

07-05-2010, 03:36 PM

hey man thats a sweet ride! how much for the torq thrust 2's? PM me.
-steve

my old tt2's aren't for sale. sorry!

titan460

07-05-2010, 06:59 PM

What I like most about this car is the budget look. There is obviously some major cash in the suspension and drivetrain but the spray can flat paint is just cheap and looks down right mean on that car! I really like the second to the last pic of the quarters with rust holes. It makes me think- I dont need a "perfect" car to look bad ass.

CruizinKev

07-06-2010, 08:22 PM

wow looks sick!!! :twothumbs

FirstGenZq8

07-07-2010, 11:15 AM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/IMG_2100-1.jpg

does the CCW cap clear your dust cap?

SicMonte

07-08-2010, 08:09 AM

They do now. I got the front ones in after I took this pic.

85GPLEf41

07-09-2010, 08:51 PM

Looks sweet! Keep the pics coming i like to see G bodies being built up.

Boatmark

07-10-2010, 05:45 PM

I agree . . . I generally do not go for the flat black look, but it flat out works on this car. I think I read in the thread that he plans to paint it, but if it were mine I think I would paint a small stripe (shiny) down the lower body line and leave it at that. The purpose of the shiny stripe to essentially annoy people by saying " it IS done, what about it?" This car just exudes attitude.

SicMonte

07-12-2010, 07:58 PM

Nice Monte. Who made the cowl hood?

The hood is a 4" Harwood fiberglass one. I know alot of people do not like it for the pro-touring look..but I need it for clearance and I kinda like it.

Zombiefied

07-12-2010, 08:24 PM

The hood is a 4" Harwood fiberglass one. I know alot of people do not like it for the pro-touring look..but I need it for clearance and I kinda like it.

I dig it too bro! Looks Awesome. How you like the KDW's?

SicMonte

10-13-2010, 11:53 AM

I dig it too bro! Looks Awesome. How you like the KDW's?

The KDW's have been really good! They have good traction and are wearing very well. They might give off a little bit of road noise but it gets lost in the exhaust tone.

Overall they are very good tires in my opinion.

55chevyman

10-14-2010, 07:53 AM

Could you post up some interior pics and exhaust pics once you have time!

Eggy44

10-16-2010, 06:22 AM

that thing looks awesome. What is that front sway bar out of? (year of f-body?)

SicMonte

10-26-2010, 06:27 PM

Here are some more recent build pics...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture293-1.jpg
Rear out of the car and freshly rebuilt w/ Auburn Posi

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture299-1.jpg
all de-greased and prepped for paint

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture301-1.jpg
freshly painted...notice the new bushings!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture300-1.jpg
all the new parts organized

SicMonte

10-26-2010, 06:33 PM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture302-1.jpg
rear set into place and new uppers installed

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture305-1.jpg
Curr-Trac Adjustable Uppers

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture308-1.jpg
Inline Tube SS Braided Hoses

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture310-1.jpg
Rear brake line junction...all SS now

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture311-1.jpg
I even got the SS parking brake cables!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Picture765-1.jpg
Inline Tube 7pc SS hardline kit too.

SicMonte

10-26-2010, 06:37 PM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/oc367-1.jpg
Ocean City Masryland Fall Cruise-IN 10/7/2010

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/oc62-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/oc63-1.jpg
Best pic of my car yet I think!!

montessaj

10-26-2010, 11:25 PM

Looks good! Keep up the good work man! That last pic is sick.

SicMonte

01-10-2011, 06:07 PM

Here are some pics of me using the template sent by Baer Brakes to see if the new T4 caliper will fit inside my wheels...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture013-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture014-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture015-1.jpg

Plenty of room!!

srh3trinity

01-10-2011, 08:23 PM

Nice! I hadn't seen the other updates either. Looking good.

mc84_zz4

01-10-2011, 08:48 PM

Congrats, those should bring you down from warp speed.
Your pics will probably be the first detailed ones we can look at instead of Baer's pics from 6 ft away.
Looking forward to the updates. :twothumbs:

sr73bu

01-11-2011, 09:31 AM

SicMonte

01-11-2011, 12:10 PM

DUDE! WTF! I thought we were both going to melt our rotors at RTTS???!! haha

Good luck with the brakes Doug, they will be a killer upgrade!

Bring your A-game at RTTS, i've got a few tricks up my sleeve before the event
including a new air intake system...(shown below)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/i0102681-1.jpg

-Sean

Dude when I just saw that pic...I laughed so loud my boss told me to quiet down!! Anyone notice that the car is on a sidewalk???

Dave: I plan on taking a lot of pics during the install and they will all be up in this thread. The build time for the brakes is about 4-5 weeks so it will be a lil bit before I get them.

SicMonte

01-13-2011, 08:06 PM

Some pics of my new air dam...

Stock...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture0011-1.jpg

New Aluminum one...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture0021-1.jpg

And for the custom pro-touring touch!!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture006-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture007-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture008-1.jpg

SicMonte

01-24-2011, 02:34 PM

Did some work to the monte today.

Stating to take off the intake...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture0061-1.jpg

Epic coolant spill...whoops!!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture005-1.jpg

Out with the old........
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture0022-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture009-1.jpg

Tig

01-24-2011, 04:47 PM

Looks amazing, great job.
Those CCWs look insane.

SicMonte

01-27-2011, 08:12 PM

Got the upper half of the motor off...now time to clean and re-seal it.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture016-1.jpg

The old stock power brake set up
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture019-1.jpg

Power brakes removed....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture020-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture022-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/Picture021-1.jpg

Eggy44

01-31-2011, 11:17 AM

What are you gonna put on there for brakes? Going with a hydroboost setup maybe?

SicMonte

01-31-2011, 04:51 PM

What are you gonna put on there for brakes? Going with a hydroboost setup maybe?

I am going with a manual set up...stay tuned for updated pics.

SicMonte

01-31-2011, 04:52 PM

hmmmm...I wonder what these could be???

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/Picture043-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/Picture044-1.jpg

olds87

01-31-2011, 08:19 PM

Nice to see another G-body done up. Keep the pics coming

SicMonte

02-01-2011, 03:20 PM

THE BOX IS OPEN!!!!!!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/Picture051-1.jpg

Anyone notice a difference here???

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/Picture052-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/Picture053-1.jpg

Old 650 Speed Demon on left...and the new 650 Holley Double Pumper on the right!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/Picture045-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/Picture046-1.jpg

This thing is getting serious now!!!!

Chadly B

02-01-2011, 05:59 PM

That is pure beauty right there....

xxxturbo6

02-01-2011, 07:39 PM

Very nice project you have going! Thanks for posting pic's of the new brakes,now I know what mine will look like when they arrive!! LOL

Did you just get the fronts? I got the front & rear Track 4 set up...

I see you removed your master cylinder, what master cylinder are you planing on going with?

Scot W.

The Stickman

02-01-2011, 07:51 PM

Looking great, keep us informed.

Motown 454

02-01-2011, 09:47 PM

Sweet looking brakes.

aeroocoupe

02-06-2011, 07:20 PM

looking great!!! nice build

uneek1976

02-08-2011, 01:04 PM

Looking really good!!!!!!

CruizinKev

02-13-2011, 09:11 AM

oh schweet!!!!

The Stickman

02-18-2011, 08:11 PM

youngdeezy

03-03-2011, 02:29 PM

your making some really nice moves on the monte and i want your new brakes.

SicMonte

03-04-2011, 09:51 PM

your making some really nice moves on the monte and i want your new brakes.

Thanks man!! It's been a lot of work but it is soooo worth it!!

SicMonte

03-04-2011, 09:53 PM

Doug is the booster still off? If so could you measure how far apart the bolt holes are? Looking at doing something.

Neil do you still need that measurement? If so pm me...I get notified if I have a pm.

randywyatt2000

03-04-2011, 09:53 PM

nice monte carlo ss

SicMonte

03-04-2011, 09:55 PM

SicMonte

03-22-2011, 04:53 AM

well...I have alot of new pics on my camera but I have not had time to sit down and put them on the computer. Here are a couple old pics that were already on the computer.

Circa 2004....whoa.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/IMG_2507-1.jpg

BURNOUT circa 2005.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/IMG_2037-1.jpg

recent shot at a local cruise in 2010. The guy who took it found me and emailed me the pic!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/IMG_0456-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-23-2011, 06:54 PM

UPDATE TIME!!!!

bunch of recent pars...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture028-1.jpg

SPC Lower Control Arms
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0013-1.jpg

SC&C/SPC Stage 2 Plus Upper Arms
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0023-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0062-1.jpg

HOWE Screw In Ball Joints
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0031-1.jpg

Painting the cross shafts...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0072-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-23-2011, 06:57 PM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0091-1.jpg

Cleaning up my brushed valve covers...these were once polished!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0101-1.jpg

Underside of my core support...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0171-1.jpg

Drilled two holes for the Trans Cooler Lines to pop out...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture023-2.jpg

Big Mo Fo Trans Cooler
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture025-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-23-2011, 07:00 PM

This is what happens when you don't use anti-seize on ARP Stainless Steel bolts
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0152-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture029-2.jpg

BRAKES ARE ON!!!!!!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture030-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture032-1.jpg

Lower Control Arms
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture034-1.jpg

The Stickman

03-23-2011, 07:04 PM

Damn Doug that is turning out to be one fine build. Looking very good. Can't wait to see it in person.

SicMonte

03-23-2011, 07:48 PM

yuck..Drums.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture041-1.jpg

ARP Wheel Studs before being pressed in.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0451-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0511-1.jpg

Rear bar upper mount.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture049-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture048-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture055-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture054-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture056-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture050-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-23-2011, 07:51 PM

Lower Ball Joint popped out...this is NOT supposed to happen!!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0461-1.jpg

This ball joint will NEVER pop out again!!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture058-1.jpg

Stock stat on left...high flow stat on right
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture059-1.jpg

Motor is coming together nicely
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture060-1.jpg

new Jones Racing Products P/S pump
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture061-1.jpg

cornfed

03-24-2011, 04:06 AM

Nice! The balljoint pop was definitely a 'WTF' moment for me, too.

68400BIRD

03-24-2011, 05:51 AM

[QUOTE=SicMonte;785251]This is what happens when you don't use anti-seize on ARP Stainless Steel bolts
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture0152-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/Picture029-2.jpg

Did you use any air tools when you put them on? Anti seize and wax will help but if you use air tools all bets are off. LOL I did the same thing and then called a friend who sells SS for a living. He said any air tools will make the metals gaul (sp)

SicMonte

03-24-2011, 06:30 AM

SicMonte

03-24-2011, 06:36 PM

Nice! The balljoint pop was definitely a 'WTF' moment for me, too.

wait.....it happend to you also??

Eggy44

03-25-2011, 07:49 AM

Looks Great!! can't wait to see it on the ground!!!

SicMonte

04-11-2011, 06:43 PM

These upgrades are a couple weeks old...

Turning down the new adjustable brake push rod for the manual brake swap
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture062-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture063-2.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture065-1.jpg

Good pic that shows the depth of the push rod hole...it's deep so the rod wont fall out. Power brake m/c's have a shallow hole.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture119-1.jpg

Pic of the manual brake swap. The bracket is from TRZ Motorsports and the M/C is a 15/16" bore out of a mid 80's Dodge Caravan. The brass proportioning valve is from Inline Tube...well worth it!!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture118-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture120-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture125-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture126-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture121-1.jpg

Derale P/S Cooler...ended up not using this due to space restrictions.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture067-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture068-1.jpg

Earl's Pro-Lite 350 hose and carb inlet fuel line with their Ano-Tough hose ends....more on these later.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture066-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture069-1.jpg

Setting up the alignment with a level...trying to get it as close as possible.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture122-1.jpg

SicMonte

04-11-2011, 06:59 PM

While we were bleeding the brakes...I noticed that the bottom plugs for the bleeders were leaking...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture128-1.jpg

I called Rick at Bear and he said to take the plug out and see if there is a 3/16" ball bearing in there..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture129-1.jpg

There wasn't a ball bearing in both calipers...not good. The allen plug/screw pushes the ball bearing up into a small oriffice to not allow fluid past it.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture131-2.jpg

Soooooo...Rick said he could either send me one out or I could go on a ball bearing search. I decided to try to find on myself...and I did!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture132-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture133-2.jpg

Ace Hardware had the 3/16" ball bearings. The plug actually had a lil indent that held the ball bearing in place...pretty cool attention to detail there.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture134-1.jpg

Put it on the plug...tighten down and no more leak!! Thanks to Rick @ Baer brakes for the amazing customer service!!!!!!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture135-2.jpg

SicMonte

04-11-2011, 07:03 PM

This is the "best of the best" Earls Pro-Lite 350 carb inlet fuel line vs the Big End Racing carb inlet line. Both were around $80 and both looked nice but one leaked like a faucet and one never leaked.

The win goes to....Big Stuff Racing!! Good bye Earl's Pro-Lite everything...nothing but leaks.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture136-2.jpg

SicMonte

04-11-2011, 07:04 PM

Sorry...all black is Earl's...black/silver is Big End.

SicMonte

04-11-2011, 07:11 PM

Now the never ending drama of the power steering leak. Ever since I got my first Jones Racing p/s pump it has leaked...so annoying!! I sent the first one back and when the new one came in I installed it and it still leaked! I talked to Chris Jones at Jones Racing Products and we found out why....it was all my fault.

Back side of the pump and reservoir.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture137-1.jpg

Spring clips on top and bottom that hold on the reservoir.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture138-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture139-1.jpg

Reservoir is off and I now see what Chris was talking about....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture142-1.jpg

This is the o-ring that seals the reservoir to the pump. I was pulling on the reservoir when I was trying to tighten the belt. This was causing the o-ring to get pinched and ripped just slightly...but under high pressure it was leaking. Now I know...DOH!!!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture143-2.jpg

Thanks goes out to Chris Jones @ Jones Racing Products for puting up with me and steering me towards the light!!!!!

SicMonte

04-11-2011, 07:22 PM

3/4" long open lug nuts...most thread engagement available.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture145-2.jpg

Brakes are all bled...no leaks...ready to go!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture146-1.jpg

SC&C Stage 2 SPC upper arms...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture147-2.jpg

Finally...a view of the brakes behind the wheels. It was all worth it!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture148-2.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture149-2.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture150-2.jpg

SicMonte

04-11-2011, 07:24 PM

Motor is all put back together. I ended up not doing the manual brake swap due to numerous complication and I flat out ran out of time!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture152-2.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture153-2.jpg

All ready to go to the alignment shop...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture154-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture155-1.jpg

SicMonte

04-11-2011, 07:29 PM

At the alignment shop...Goss' Garage.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture156-2.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture157-1.jpg

Front
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture158-1.jpg

Rear
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture159-1.jpg

Back side of the fronts...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture160-2.jpg

Found out that the outer tie rod was hitting the sway bar when it was at ride height. I had to get a longer sway bar end link to solve it. I went from 3 3/8 to 4 1/2...fixed.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture161-1.jpg

This car is wearing me out!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture164-1.jpg

The Stickman

04-11-2011, 07:37 PM

This car is wearing me out!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture164-1.jpg

Haha how cute. Great work Doug.

olds87

04-11-2011, 07:57 PM

The car looking good there. Keep it up.

Hambone!

04-12-2011, 08:14 AM

Very nice! Any sound clips of it running? Little (or huge) burnout maybe?

CruizinKev

04-12-2011, 12:12 PM

wow good stuff over here!!!

rfalker1

04-12-2011, 05:52 PM

nice, i just tuned in. I am envious of your near completion

xxxturbo6

04-12-2011, 07:52 PM

Looking good my friend!! Can't wait to get both our cars together at an event!!! ;)

SicMonte

04-12-2011, 08:52 PM

Looking good my friend!! Can't wait to get both our cars together at an event!!! ;)

September buddy.........

SicMonte

04-13-2011, 06:30 AM

You all like my new signature?? oh yeah!!!

monteboy84

04-13-2011, 06:51 AM

Car is looking great, nice work!

-matt

cornfed

04-13-2011, 09:14 AM

Found out that the outer tie rod was hitting the sway bar when it was at ride height. I had to get a longer sway bar end link to solve it. I went from 3 3/8 to 4 1/2...fixed.

Which model/application is the link from? Or, did you use a cut-to-length link?

kryptik

04-13-2011, 10:25 AM

The car looks sick! Great work.

Did you ever get the PS Pump to stop leaking?

Matt

The Stickman

04-13-2011, 12:01 PM

You all like my new signature?? oh yeah!!!

Very cool.

SicMonte

04-13-2011, 07:22 PM

Which model/application is the link from? Or, did you use a cut-to-length link?

I used a specific length Energy Suspension Sway Bar End Link PN: 9.8181R

The car looks sick! Great work.

Did you ever get the PS Pump to stop leaking?

Matt

Yes, replacing that o-ring solved the leaking problem. I abused the engine at RTTS and it never leaked!!

montessaj

04-14-2011, 12:10 AM

Doug, where did you order your brakes from? I can't seem to find anyone that carries the Track 4 for a Monte Carlo?

SicMonte

04-14-2011, 03:50 AM

Doug, where did you order your brakes from? I can't seem to find anyone that carries the Track 4 for a Monte Carlo?

the one...the only...Prodigy Customs.

xxxturbo6

04-14-2011, 04:53 AM

We also carry them! ;)

montessaj

04-14-2011, 11:15 PM

Thank you for the info! I'll be making some phone calls soon!

Memphis

04-30-2011, 04:26 AM

I am in love with this car.

johnny68

04-30-2011, 07:18 AM

looking great Doug
john

sr73bu

04-30-2011, 07:59 AM

This car totally Sucks!

hahhaha, just kidding Doug, I'm just jealous of your wheels!!!

We have to meet up this summer for a cruise!

-Sean

SicMonte

05-05-2011, 07:43 PM

Thanks for all the kind words guys!!!!!

Sean...yes we do!

The Stickman

05-06-2011, 07:39 AM

Great to hear the engine is alright. I still think we should plan a meet up at the GM Nationals in Carlisle.

DoABarrelRoll

05-06-2011, 08:24 PM

I'm jelly

SicMonte

05-07-2011, 07:25 AM

Great to hear the engine is alright. I still think we should plan a meet up at the GM Nationals in Carlisle.

I agree 100%. We need to get sean up there too.

The Stickman

05-07-2011, 07:34 AM

I agree 100%. We need to get sean up there too.

How's this?
https://www.pro-touring.com/showthread.php?79477-How-about-a-meet-up-at-the-GM-Nationals-in-Carlisle-Pa&p=797718#post797718

SicMonte

05-07-2011, 03:53 PM

perfect

SicMonte

05-11-2011, 07:30 PM

UPDATE:

After RTTS I had a lot of noise in the front brakes when I applied pressure to the pedal. It was a very high pitched squeal. Here is what I found. This will also serve as a "how to" on replacing brake pads on the new Baer T4 calipers.

Here are the brakes...https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture007-1.jpg

Before even starting the job I thought of where the capiler was gonna rest while it was unbolted. The upper A arm is perfect for this, just make sure you cover it so the nice new caliper doesn't get scrathed.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture010-1.jpg

These are the caliper bolts. A 10mm allen socket fits them.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture008-2.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture009-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture011-1.jpg

Caliper is off and resting on the padded upper A arm
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture012-1.jpg

The caliper bolts came with locktite on them from the factory, be sure to use more when installing the calipers again.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture013-1.jpg

SicMonte

05-11-2011, 07:37 PM

Looks like the pistons were digging into the backing material on the pads. This could be a major cause of the squealing. I added some grease to where the pistons contact the pads to help with the problem. **Note: Both sides had this issue.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture002-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture001-1.jpg

I also noticed that the pads and rotors were glazed. I took some emory cloth and sanded off the glaze on the pads. You can notice a difference beween the two pads. The glaze occured because I did not properly bed my pads before I took it out onto the track.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture004-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture003-1.jpg

Here are the glazed rotors.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture005-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture006-1.jpg

To de-glaze the rotors I simply scuffed them down with a scotchbrite roloc disk on an air angle grinder. Glaze came off no problem.

SicMonte

05-11-2011, 07:44 PM

Here are some shots of the Baer hubs with the ARP wheel studs. The caliper brackets are no joke!!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture015-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture014-1.jpg

Here is a look at the inside of the T4 caliper. You can see the four pistons very well.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture016-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/Picture017-1.jpg

When I went to put the pads back into the caliper I greased the slots where the "ears" of the pads go into the caliper. There is a small metal bracket that sits in there that holds the brake pads just like every OEM caliper. I put some grease where the pads hit that metal bracket and there is now more squealing!!

The Stickman

05-12-2011, 07:12 PM

Those brakes sure do look nice.

SicMonte

05-13-2011, 02:57 PM

Those brakes sure do look nice.

why Thank you sir!!

Vicinity

05-16-2011, 05:32 AM

Nice build. Lots of good stuff. Really like the brakes.

CruizinKev

05-16-2011, 08:26 AM

*drool*

Roberts68

05-16-2011, 06:09 PM

Hey, ya gotta check this (http://48hourcamaro.com/) out.

"I had to do it.":spank2:
:cheers:

SicMonte

05-16-2011, 06:12 PM

Hey, ya gotta check this (http://48hourcamaro.com/) out.

"I had to do it.":spank2:
:cheers:

ok you got me.....good one!!!!!!

Roberts68

05-16-2011, 06:18 PM

I thought you might get a kick out of that!
It is a sweet build thread,
Mine is more in the mostly stock car with a nice stack of boxes accumulated relatively nearby stage.

hotrodgirl

05-16-2011, 08:05 PM

Very nice brakes. I can't wait to get my other rotors and rear brake set up too.

Mr. Anderson

05-18-2011, 03:17 PM

Awesome build thread sir! :)

Martin71RS

05-20-2011, 11:13 PM

I stumbled upon this build thread by accident....:screwy: I like what you did to the :sick:Monte.

Martin
www.pro-touring.nl

bigman93

05-22-2011, 08:44 AM

Do you have any videos? I'd like to hear what your exhaust sounds like. Also any pics of the exhaust? I'd like to do something like yours to my regal. Thanks

SLO_Z28

05-22-2011, 09:13 AM

If you want to save those old pads you can run them along cement to get the top layer of glaze out. Save you a few dollars :D

SicMonte

05-22-2011, 07:45 PM

Do you have any videos? I'd like to hear what your exhaust sounds like. Also any pics of the exhaust? I'd like to do something like yours to my regal. Thanks

Ask and you shall recieve!!!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/BoomTubes2-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/BoomTubes1-1.jpg

Here is short vid from RTTS...you can kinda pick up on the exhaust note.

http://youtu.be/D6QqlKMHSeU

This video is from a long long long time ago...but I had the same mufflers with the full exhaust exiting out the back. It sounds better now!!

http://youtu.be/ViLWHoGIh8c

SicMonte

05-22-2011, 07:51 PM

If you want to save those old pads you can run them along cement to get the top layer of glaze out. Save you a few dollars :D

I sanded them down with emory cloth...glaze came right off. Thanks though!!

Roberts68

05-23-2011, 03:43 AM

When you say that you used grease here and there what kind did you use? I have some syn Caliper Grease that isn't supposed to melt from heat and migrate to places that you wouldn't want grease.
Also, I used to wrench on School Buses and all the quick start/stops are pretty hard on brakes too. We fought squealing all the time and there is a product for where the piston meets the pad basically called Anti Squeal or Disc Brake Quiet, what I have is orange. I have seen a very similar blue product in a little tear-off tube come in replacement pad boxes too.
It is like a thinner silicone that dampens the high frequency vibration that we hear as a squeal.
Of course, some aggressive race pads are loud, but shouldn't really squeal and glaze but I'm sure you know that.

The Stickman

05-23-2011, 07:46 AM

I love that exhaust. Wonder If I could get away with it? Not sure it would pass inspection.

SicMonte

05-23-2011, 02:52 PM

Mr. Anderson

05-23-2011, 03:16 PM

nice bobber project too!

Tig

05-26-2011, 05:28 PM

Awesome job, it looks great.
That exhaust is awesome, very creative.

SicMonte

07-27-2011, 05:59 PM

UPDATE: rebuild the rear for the third time...hoping it will last the rest of the summer and for RTTH. pics will come soon.

Roberts68

07-27-2011, 07:18 PM

I guess I must have missed that response. That caught me by surprise to say the least.

I am glad you found a fix. We did have to let Disc Brake Quiet "set up"for awhile as you mentioned; mostly so some material was there to dampen. Otherwise it didn't stay on the mating surfaces where needed after assembly.

That tub of synth grease will last you a loooooooooooong time.
B-)

sr73bu

07-27-2011, 08:00 PM

Haven't heard from you in a while... hope all is well! Glad to see you're still working on the Monte...

-Sean

GNon18s

07-27-2011, 09:13 PM

Good stuff!!

dropit69

07-28-2011, 08:54 AM

thats awesome Doug..now thats an Answer !!..lol

SS PUNISHER

08-15-2011, 08:54 AM

SicMonte

08-16-2011, 08:14 PM

Car is soooo sweeeeeeeeeet!!!!!!!!!!!! Lovin the flat black, the look is perfect for that car. mine will be goin satin soon enough and am also lookin to do an SS clone with the newer rear like yours. Any idea on where to get new tail lights like those? Are they even avalible? Two thumbs up fa sho!!

Thanks for the compliments buddy!! Mikes Montes or Dixie Monte Carlo will most likely have whatever you need. The website www.montecarloss.com also has a classified section where stuff is for sale all the time. Def check that site out.

SS PUNISHER

08-16-2011, 09:18 PM

Thanks for the compliments buddy!! Mikes Montes or Dixie Monte Carlo will most likely have whatever you need. The website www.montecarloss.com also has a classified section where stuff is for sale all the time. Def check that site out. Yea I've been meaning to but for whatever reason my interweb doesn't like sites like this one. This wiil be the #3 attempt to reply, hope it works! I'll check those other sites out too, appreciate it.

ed1le

08-18-2011, 08:13 AM

Love it man! Makes me really miss my 84SS!

SicMonte

08-18-2011, 08:22 AM

So I have been wondering...did you all like the video post? A lot of people have been telling me to do more of those...

SS PUNISHER

08-18-2011, 10:19 AM

So I have been wondering...did you all like the video post? A lot of people have been telling me to do more of those...
Do more, good stuff there. Quality video too, What camera you use?

89 RS

08-20-2011, 08:28 PM

Very cool ride man. I just went through all your posts to see what all you have done, impressive. I like how you're doing a G-Body and showing the potential of these cars, very nice.

SicMonte

08-21-2011, 05:56 AM

Video on my broken rear....

We went in and took it all apart and nothing seemed bad or broken. There was some cone/clutch material in the fluid though. We put it all back together with new pinion bearings and will use thicker 75-140 gear oil and see what happends.

tsK7kD9e6KQ

jgpclone

08-21-2011, 07:31 PM

ur car is so bad ass doug sorry about the rear end.

RS_Customs

08-22-2011, 06:05 AM

Isn't that show a re-run? lol

Did you check the bearings out at the wheel end of the axle? Might just need to be snugged back up?

Robert

SicMonte

09-07-2011, 06:44 PM

Isn't that show a re-run? lol

Did you check the bearings out at the wheel end of the axle? Might just need to be snugged back up?

Robert

they were ok...

SicMonte

09-07-2011, 06:46 PM

Tonight I found this out......

Seems like something hit the adjuster and broke it off. The other shock still has the adjuster on it..but it is all bent too. What could have hit this adjuster?? It sits in the front lower control arm spring cup.......no idea.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/PictureDD001-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/PictureDD003-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/PictureDD004-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/PictureDD006-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/09/PictureDD005-1.jpg

SicMonte

10-06-2011, 09:36 AM

Put the pro-touring.com stickers on today......came out ok I think.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/Picture005-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/Picture004-1.jpg

olds87

10-06-2011, 04:09 PM

Looks really good on car.

NOT A TA

10-06-2011, 05:29 PM

PT sticker looks cool Doug!

SicMonte

10-09-2011, 06:36 PM

This is the second Inline Tube brass prop valve I have installed...the first one leaked out of that lil front valve/button thingy.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD021-1.jpg

New Aluminum Master Cylinder...my old one started leaking randomly as soon as I replaced that prop valve!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD023-1.jpg

SicMonte

10-09-2011, 06:39 PM

Now I am going to do a lil write up on the install of the GNS Performance Fender Brace kit for a G-Body

Here is the kit all layed out and tools at the ready. All you need is a 7/32 allen wrench and a 9/16 wrench. I did put some anti-seize on the hardware since they are all stainless steel.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD026-1.jpg

Contact info...had to give the company free plug!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD027-1.jpg

SicMonte

10-09-2011, 06:49 PM

First step was to find out where the fender mounting brackets were going to go. These were meant to bolt onto the third fender bolt on a Grand National Fender. A Monte Carlo SS doesn't have this bolt so a hole had to be drilled. I assembled the braces and found where the hole will be placed. After center punching and drilling the hole this was the result.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD028-1.jpg

I found some black hardware in my shop and bolted the "L" bracket to the inside of the fender. I used a nylon lock nut.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD029-1.jpg

I was curious as to how my Harwood Cowl hood would fit with these fender braces intalled so I checked the hood clearance with some putty. The hood has no clearance issues!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD030-1.jpg

SicMonte

10-09-2011, 06:50 PM

Here is the drivers side brace all mounted up.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD031-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD032-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD033-1.jpg

SicMonte

10-09-2011, 06:56 PM

The passenger side brace installs the same way as the drivers side!! Find the correct position for the fender brace mounting bracket, drill the hole and install it. It's that easy!! GNS Performance does include a direction sheet in the package that explains how much tension each brace needs..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD034-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD035-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD036-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD037-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD038-1.jpg

These fender braces install easy, are a quality product, and look killer under the hood!! I drove the car with these installed over 300 miles this weekend and they did not come loose and performed perfectly!!

Martin71RS

10-09-2011, 09:24 PM

looks good... always nice to do these small improvement jobs :smoke:

bonecrrusher

10-10-2011, 05:06 PM

Hey Doug - just noticed you have a lift... you suck!

LOL - jk.

That rear end sounds terrible - lol!

Looking forward to your updates.

uneek1976

10-14-2011, 12:06 PM

Your monte is sick bro!:razz:

SicMonte

11-14-2011, 08:29 PM

Your monte is sick bro!:razz:

Thanks man!!

I really appreciate all the feedback guys!!

SicMonte

11-14-2011, 08:31 PM

Couple pics form the Fall 2011 "Endless Summer" Cruising weekend in Ocean City, Maryland

On saturday at the the Hooters...huge hang out down there.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/11/PictureDD0011-1.jpg

My g/f Kim's 04 Cobra and my car...don't worry...her car will be at events next year!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/11/PictureDD009-1.jpg

SicMonte

11-14-2011, 08:41 PM

I44U9OX4Udw

SicMonte

11-21-2011, 11:51 AM

Put all new rear brakes on a lil while ago...and it actually made a big difference!

I have a 8.5" rear i am building this winter that will have matching Baer brakes...

All the hardware laid out on the work bench.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/11/PictureDD0011-2.jpg

New vs Old
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/11/PictureDD002-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/11/PictureDD0031-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/11/PictureDD0041-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/11/PictureDD0051-1.jpg

SickSpeedMonte

11-21-2011, 12:04 PM

The drums go on the other way :)

bonecrrusher

11-28-2011, 06:25 PM

Those backwards drums will stop on a dime!

SicMonte

01-05-2012, 09:32 PM

**UPDATE**

Santa was good to me this year and delivered Ridetech coilovers for all four corners!! Stay tuned for a complete write up!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD046-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD122-1.jpg

Martin71RS

01-06-2012, 12:26 PM

there seems to be a delay between your FB and PT.com updates..? Looks good Doug, lets see if there's a difference in the auto-X!

SicMonte

01-15-2012, 09:14 PM

I made these car stands today so I can have the car at ride height and work on the coil overs to get them adjusted just right!!. They are made of 2x4's and are 14"x14".

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD0012-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD0021-1.jpg

I had to modify the base on the driver front one so it would fit with the lift plate there.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD0042-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD0032-1.jpg

SicMonte

01-15-2012, 09:16 PM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD007-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD0061-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD0052-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/01/PictureDD008-1.jpg

Supra510

01-15-2012, 09:27 PM

Nice car.

SicMonte

01-15-2012, 09:38 PM

Nice car.

Thanks buddy!! I've had your car as a part of my screen saver for a while now!!

SicMonte

01-24-2012, 09:37 PM

**UPDATE** Having some small issues with the rear coil overs but I think the problems have been fixed. I will do a write up on those rear coil overs as soon as I am 100% done with the install.

I'll tell you all one thing...Ridetech makes some bangin' parts!!!

SicMonte

02-01-2012, 11:31 AM

So I am about to install my third brass prop valve from inline tube. Every one I have installed so far has leaked out of the front rubber boot that covers the valve. I called inline tube and they ADMITTED to me that 15/100 of these style prop valves fail and leak from that valve. Doesn't 15/100 seem a little bit high?? And they came right out and admitted it!

Now I know that they do not manufacture these prop valves and apparentlly their supplier is the only company who makes these units.

The one I have is a stock replacement, made of brass and has a 70/30 valving. They do make a solid brass one which has no front valve (leaking part!!) but that is rated at 50/50 valving.

Currently looking for solutions....

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/PictureDD021-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/Picture121-1.jpg

RobertGP

02-01-2012, 11:55 AM

Solution: use just a adjustable (Baer) prob valve, remove the brass prob valve an take a T-adapter.

Give Rick from Bear a call, he will give you support.

SicMonte

02-07-2012, 06:40 PM

Well...still playing with the whole brake prop valve issue. In the mean time I have been doing some other small fix's to my car. I've been thinking alot about my oil filter recentlly so I decided to make a video comparing what I have been using.

bhY6pL8-p64

SicMonte

02-07-2012, 06:41 PM

My rear Ridetech coil overs are in and ride sooo nice!!!! I am still in the process of organizing all my photos and will have a write up soon.

SicMonte

02-07-2012, 06:45 PM

I almost forgot to put up what I was originally going to post about!!

While working on my prop valve I noticed that something was leaking onto both of my front tires. It turned out to be my lower ball joints!! Have any of you heard of the grease liquefying in the lower ball joint? I did weld them in about a year ago and have since re-greased them with the Valvoline Syn grease that I have always used. Is there a way to drain these things??

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/Balljoint002-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/Balljoint003-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/Balljoint004-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/Balljoint005-1.jpg

sr73bu

02-07-2012, 07:06 PM

My new BJ's and other grease fittings did seam to leak some liquid or sweat... i'm not positive but it may be the nature of synthetic greases??? I used Green Grease.... I just pumped in some more... i think the liquid was very minimal... try adding some grease and see how much is actually liquid...

2 months until RTTS... get your crap together man!!! hahaha!

-Sean

gsxrken

02-07-2012, 07:08 PM

Can't help with the ball joints, but keep posting the updates. You've done a ton of work on your car and it should be a blast at RTTS2. See you there

SicMonte

02-07-2012, 07:10 PM

oh you want more do you??!!??!! lol

I do have one more sneak peak I can throw in here....

SicMonte

02-07-2012, 07:15 PM

These are my new Kirkey Intermediate Road Race seats!!! I am getting them installed on Feb 20th and yes they come with covers!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/seat-1.jpg

And I'm gonna throw this in here b/c it's a bad a$$ pic!!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/Balljoint001-1.jpg

BulldawgMusclecars

02-08-2012, 07:26 AM

Looking good!

SicMonte

02-08-2012, 08:38 PM

So I finally did my write up on the Ridetech rear coil over kit. I have alot of pics so follow this link to check them out!!!!

https://www.pro-touring.com/showthread.php?86978-Ridetech-G-Body-Rear-Coilover-Install

bonecrrusher

02-14-2012, 03:28 PM

Nascar exhaust?

SicMonte

02-14-2012, 07:32 PM

Nascar exhaust?

Boom tubes...yes.

bonecrrusher

02-15-2012, 04:24 PM

Thats got to be loud as hell.

SicMonte

02-15-2012, 05:50 PM

it's so loud...and it's sooo good!!

SicMonte

02-26-2012, 09:01 PM

Here are the front coil overs ready for the install.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/pict012-1.jpg

and here is the pile of parts that GForce Design Concepts will be installing...I just ran out of time!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/pict015-1.jpg

SicMonte

02-26-2012, 09:06 PM

Arriving at GForce Design Concepts 2/25/12

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/pict017-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/pict016-1.jpg

Jason and I looking over the suspension deciding what needs to be done...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/pict018-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/pict019-1.jpg

Proud papa!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/02/417403_391593397533664_222362427790096_1-1.jpg

85GPLEf41

02-26-2012, 10:55 PM

man those rear tires look SICK! Good job on your build..

howehot

02-27-2012, 08:41 AM

SicMonte

03-02-2012, 08:49 PM

Douglas,
Do you have picts of your exhaust from the underside. I need side dumps on my 84 SS with the SCHWARTZ perf. chassis and looking at ideas. I would like it to run flush to the rocker but as you know the frame is lower.
Thanks,
Dan Howe

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/boom002-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/boom001-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/boom003-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/boom004-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/boom005-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-02-2012, 08:59 PM

Progress at GFDC!!!!!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/432252_10150591052718907_673353906_93426-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/64370_10150591053398907_673353906_934267-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/423794_10150591347518907_673353906_93437-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/431550_10150592104848907_673353906_93458-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/64726_10150592588608907_673353906_934731-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/427387_10150592589183907_673353906_93473-1.jpg

454bug

03-02-2012, 10:13 PM

Great writeup on the shock install Douglas! :twothumbs

That exhaust looks awesome. You don't happen to have a youtube clip of it running do you? I would love to hear it! :headbang:

BulldawgMusclecars

03-03-2012, 07:15 AM

Looking good!

carguykeith

03-03-2012, 12:23 PM

Looks great! Perfect time to roll the fender lip if you haven't yet.

howehot

03-03-2012, 07:02 PM

Thanks for posting the picts. Now I know what I need to do. Thought about looking into Cuda style mufflers, exit is in the front of the muffler beside the inlet. This has been a great help. Hopefully Josh will release the 84 from paint jail in the next 30 days so assembly can start.
Dan

sr73bu

03-04-2012, 07:30 AM

Looks Great Doug! That thing is going to be ready to rock for RTTS!

-Sean

SicMonte

03-04-2012, 09:15 AM

Great writeup on the shock install Douglas! :twothumbs

That exhaust looks awesome. You don't happen to have a youtube clip of it running do you? I would love to hear it! :headbang:

These are the best video's I have that allow you to hear the exhaust...

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D6QqlKMHSeU

I44U9OX4Udw

SicMonte

03-04-2012, 05:10 PM

just got this one done!!

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craigs73

03-04-2012, 07:40 PM

cars looking good doug.....just realized i have never posted in your thread......woops lol......but been following on facebook

Tony_SS

03-05-2012, 07:51 AM

Looks great Doug!

SicMonte

03-08-2012, 08:14 PM

MORE PROGRESS!!!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/430202_400253370001000_222362427790096_1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/419053_400253440000993_222362427790096_1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/428739_400253533334317_222362427790096_1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/429665_400253546667649_222362427790096_1-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-08-2012, 08:16 PM

Mounting...and hiding...the MSD 6AL and Blaster 3 coil...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/419454_400252706667733_222362427790096_1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/IMG_6959-1.jpg

Coil is under the dash.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/IMG_1114-1.jpg

xxxturbo6

03-08-2012, 10:35 PM

Lookin good Doug! BTW we have a nice bracket for mounting stuff inside the glove box http://www.gnsperformance.com/products/glovebox_mount.html :)

You would have gotten the "Doug Discount"..... LOL

.

Martin71RS

03-08-2012, 10:38 PM

My friend had his MSD box in his glovebox, it gave a sort of whining noise inside the car, is this just his set or is that normal for those MSD ignition boxes?

frixjm

03-09-2012, 06:36 PM

hey doug nice monte could you tell me what was the size of the torq thrust wheels you had on your car and the backspace on them.

SicMonte

03-13-2012, 07:31 PM

hey doug nice monte could you tell me what was the size of the torq thrust wheels you had on your car and the backspace on them.

Wll when i had the frame notch done originally I has 17x8 in front and 17x11 in the rear with 315's on them. I believe I had a centered backspace at 5.5"...and the wheels stuck out like an 1/8". Thats why I sold them...b/c I hated the fact that they stuck out!!!!

SicMonte

03-13-2012, 08:41 PM

Some Instagram photo's Jason took of my car...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict001-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict002-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict003-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-13-2012, 08:42 PM

In the shop ready for some work!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict008-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict010-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-13-2012, 08:43 PM

Seat is all mocked up in the brackets.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict007-1.jpg

And bolted down...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict031-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict032-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-13-2012, 08:45 PM

Cover is installed and it is actually very comfortable!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict011-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict042-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict043-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict039-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict038-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-13-2012, 08:47 PM

I/O Port seat back brace installed. This seat isn't going anywhere!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict040-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict041-1.jpg

Hellooooo Ridetech shock adjuster!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/pict009-1.jpg

craigs73

03-14-2012, 04:54 AM

thats a sweet looking seat mount.....does it extend to the package area or something?

CruizinKev

03-14-2012, 12:51 PM

oh sweet update!!! :twothumbs

SRD art

03-14-2012, 01:19 PM

Woohooo! No more space shuttle orbit like moving around the passenger compartment for you around sharp corners now! Gee that was a mouth full....

Congrats, coming along nicely, and good work on the patching.

...and get a real steering wheel will ya? ;) lol!

ZuperZport

03-15-2012, 05:53 AM

Seats look awesome Doug.......nice work!!!

SLO_Z28

03-15-2012, 02:31 PM

Looking good! I installed a similar seat with the same brackets but I had to flip the brackets the other direction to get the right height,lean.

Does the bolt go all the way through on the IO Port upper seat mount? You dont want something that can impale you when you get rear ended. Here is some interesting reading on racing seats and installs that a friend passed along to me to help with mine:

http://www.circletrack.com/safety/ctrp_0905_racing_seat_custom_install/index.html

http://www.circletrack.com/techarticles/race_seat_selection_tech/index.html

http://www.circletrack.com/safety/ctrp_0712_seat_harness_mount/index.html

SicMonte

03-21-2012, 07:06 PM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas001-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas002-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas003-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-21-2012, 07:08 PM

My outer tie rod end was hitting my sway bar so I thought a bump steer kit would correct it...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas004-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas005-1.jpg

FAIL!!!! It is just as long as my ball joint...WTF.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas006-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-21-2012, 07:09 PM

Ride height in the front.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas015-1.jpg

1/4 panel repair!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas017-1.jpg

...and whats left from the repair.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas016-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-21-2012, 07:11 PM

This next set of pics are from when Jason took the car out for a test drive and had a lil helper with him...his son!!! These pics are awesome!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas013-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas012-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas011-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas010-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-21-2012, 07:13 PM

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas014-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas009-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas008-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/03/jas007-1.jpg

SicMonte

03-21-2012, 07:14 PM

All done!! I'm picking it up tomorrow night!!

jc70chevy

03-21-2012, 08:20 PM

very cool ride

Martin71RS

03-22-2012, 11:06 AM

Looks good Doug! I see you have a GoPro too...I love it :-)

TomT

03-22-2012, 12:06 PM

CruizinKev

03-22-2012, 02:44 PM

oh yeah looks great!! :twothumbs got any pics of your frame notch?

bonecrrusher

03-22-2012, 02:54 PM

Like the Go Pro man!

Dons67

03-23-2012, 05:50 AM

Where's the video footage?????

Chris02rex

03-23-2012, 01:17 PM