'68 Camaro - Modern T/A

[Openers]

Some process on my '68 Camaro. Bodywork almost finished - yesterday I finished the front that has some modifications to the grill and lower valance...

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/The Swede :)

[meenaggie]

Looks great! I really like the front lower valance with the 69 driving lights and the openings closed. I think this will look killer without the front bumper which is what it looks like you have planned. The lower fenders welded in look much better than stock as well. Nice job. :cheers:

P.S. If you want to make me one of those lower valances for my 68 camaro send me a PM. I am serious as this is what I plan on running - already have the 69 driving lights from Fesler.

[skinnyboy67]

Sweeeeet lookin ride.... The "FACILITY" its being built in looks even better. What kinda place is that? SHOP? Personal garage? AREA51? Wheres all the dust?
Keep the picts comin.

[Openers]

Looks great! I really like the front lower valance with the 69 driving lights and the openings closed. I think this will look killer without the front bumper which is what it looks like you have planned. The lower fenders welded in look much better than stock as well. Nice job. :cheers:

P.S. If you want to make me one of those lower valances for my 68 camaro send me a PM. I am serious as this is what I plan on running - already have the 69 driving lights from Fesler.

Thanks! You´re correct - there will be no front bumber, nor rear. I live in Sweden so the front valance will spend most it days on boat, both getting to me before build and then back to You... ;)


Sweeeeet lookin ride.... The "FACILITY" its being built in looks even better. What kinda place is that? SHOP? Personal garage? AREA51? Wheres all the dust?
Keep the picts comin.

Hehe, it´s my personal garage. Spent almost a month this fall on my knees laying tiles. Takes time for a rookie :) At the end of a day in the garage, I spend some time cleaning. More fun and inspiring entering next time. Thanks btw!

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Need some cabinets and a proper workbench though.

Might be a good idea to post some picures of the body when I first got it.

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Besides rust, the front fenders where crooked and the rear wheelopenings cut to fit some big tires. Figured it´s a good body to learn some metalwork on. Yes I´m a noob - this is the first time for me :)

[Six_Shooter]

I don't care about the car, I want the garage. lol

Car looks goo too. haha

[CruizinKev]

+1 also want ur garage! wow!! nice work on the camaro! keep up good work! :twothumbs

[monteboy84]

Wow, great work! And yes, your garage is awesome, I think your floor is cleaner than my kitchen counters :cheers:

-matt

[69projectKAOS]

heck! ill take the tires the car is sitting on! hahaha and the inside of the garage is awesome!!!!-Dom

[Defender67]

Ditto on the garage... amazing!

[Openers]

Wow, great work! And yes, your garage is awesome, I think your floor is cleaner than my kitchen counters :cheers:

-matt

Hehe, it´s not this tidy all the time. Glad most of the welding and grinding is done though - that stuff gets everywhere...


heck! ill take the tires the car is sitting on! hahaha and the inside of the garage is awesome!!!!-Dom

I had those tires mounted on my OZ-wheels for awhile on my '68 SS. The slicks are used in Porsche Cup, cut some threads though so it wouldn´t get to slippery.

Thanks, everybody!

The outside of the garage is gonna get an overhaul as soon as there´s reasonable temperatures. Think I´ll move to California - too cold here! :)

[martin 1768]

I was actually a little scared when i fist saw the garage,:help!:
looking forward to follow your build. working on a 68 my self, also my first. where in sweden are you located.
Martin

[Openers]

Aah, a "neighbour"! :) I live in the middle of Sweden, approx 160km north of Stockholm. This is my third '68 Camaro - never get tired of them!

[454bug]

Nice project and AWESOME garage!! :twothumbs

I really like the "trolly" system going across the space. What kind of capacity does the hoist have and what kind of "backbone" system do you have in place to span that kind of distance without any support posts along the way? Do you have a metal structure behind the two long walls that support the I-beam running down the middle?

Also, did you use some kind of "epoxy" grout with your tiling to make sure they didn't absorb any kinds of oil and grease? I know how clumsy I am and I spill engine and transmission oil on my floor all the time! :pat:

[TheRev]

That garage is amazing, the car is too.

[BossaNova]

That's not a garage.....that's an operating room! Don't forget your shoe covers!

[Six_Shooter]

That's not a garage.....that's an operating room! Don't forget your shoe covers!

LOL.

That sad part is, it appears to be a true statement. :hail:

[Openers]

Nice project and AWESOME garage!! :twothumbs

I really like the "trolly" system going across the space. What kind of capacity does the hoist have and what kind of "backbone" system do you have in place to span that kind of distance without any support posts along the way? Do you have a metal structure behind the two long walls that support the I-beam running down the middle?

Also, did you use some kind of "epoxy" grout with your tiling to make sure they didn't absorb any kinds of oil and grease? I know how clumsy I am and I spill engine and transmission oil on my floor all the time! :pat:

The hoist can lift 1500kg (~3000pounds?). There are three pillars that holds the I-beam - one almost in the middle and one at each end in the wall. It´s supported sideways by a wooden structure in the wall. As long as it lifts approx 1000lb (engine/tranny) I´m good :)

In the pictures the grout seems to be grey, but thats because it´s a little dusty after I polished the floor (to clean it the first time from grit etc). The grout is actually almost black (granite color). Choose dark cause of the reason You mentioned, so it´s not "epoxy grout"...

[Openers]

That garage is amazing, the car is too.

Thanks!


That's not a garage.....that's an operating room! Don't forget your shoe covers!

=D Haha, as mentioned it tends to get messy sometimes also.

/The Doctor ;)

[T_Raven]

Looking good so far. And that's a sweet garage

[Jon Clough]

That has to be one of the nicest floors for a garage I have ever seen, nice work

[Lygdman]

As I said before, it looks great .. Both the project and the garage!

And I am spoiled by seeing your builds IRL :worship:

[bonecrrusher]

Post that garage up on 6SpeedOnline.... it fits!

[dxgxmx]

Keep pics coming on progress
Also nice garage

[RicerwannaB]

Awesome garage man! Jealous. Nice build to, Cant wait to see some more progress!

[Openers]

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Hasn´t happened much - still waiting for parts. Have at least trimmed the edges (height) on the trunk lid and mounted a spoiler among with some rear lights...

[senor_camaro]

I am digging the stance and tire width, oh man so sick!!!!!

[Ripper]

Dra mig baklänges vilket jevvla garage du har!

That's gonna be a sweet ride! I'm already digging the white one you've got, and I guess this will be even better (at least in my eyes... ;)

Way too little interest in suspension dynamics among the Swedish jänkeowners but it's growing bigger... :)

[Openers]

I am digging the stance and tire width, oh man so sick!!!!!

Thanks! ...but...
The stance is temporary but hopefully doable. (no front and rear clip mounted yet) The tires are just for mockup/inspiration for the builder - me =) They are 18" racing slicks, but I´m thinking 15" for a more classic look.


Dra mig baklänges vilket jevvla garage du har!

That's gonna be a sweet ride! I'm already digging the white one you've got, and I guess this will be even better (at least in my eyes... ;)

Way too little interest in suspension dynamics among the Swedish jänkeowners but it's growing bigger... :)

Tack som faejn! Jadå, jag är nöjd med garaget =D
The white one was alright but it can always get better...at least in some ways. This is gonna be more of a "track rat" and not something to ätaglassochstyramedenhandmedanmanpumpgasar-bil direkt... ;)

[Openers]

Post that garage up on 6SpeedOnline.... it fits!

Thanks a bunch, but those are out of my league - way out of my league... :D

[lsxfirstgen]

cars looking good! and that garage floor/whole garage it totally awesome!

[Openers]

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[martin 1768]

:drool:
Looking good

[Ripper]

Bah, buying parts like that is cheating! With that kind of shopping, you'll be finsihed to season 2012. :lol:

I'm just messing with ya - probably because I'm jealous. Looks good!

[grenade inspector]

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nice rims, its like they aren't even there! seriously though, that's an amazing piece of work you have there and the garage is beautiful too.

[Openers]

:drool:
Looking good

So far... :) Thanks!


Bah, buying parts like that is cheating! With that kind of shopping, you'll be finsihed to season 2012. :lol:

I'm just messing with ya - probably because I'm jealous. Looks good!

Hehe, more likely 2022...


nice rims, its like they aren't even there! seriously though, that's an amazing piece of work you have there and the garage is beautiful too.

Haha, keen eye! New type of high tech rims - all about eco driving... ;) Thanks!!!

[Openers]

Some progress.

Took a couple of weeks finishing up the rear end. After hours of measuring, making brackets and welding - it´s now finally done.

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Also bent some bars and made a roll cage out of the roll bar.

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Testmounted all the hardware in the front, so there will hopefully not be any surprises down the line.

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[ryeguy2006a]

That is one mean looking Camaro!!

[Hunter68]

the wide steel wheels look pretty sick i didnt know they went that big, altough probley not what you are going to be using ha

[Openers]

That is one mean looking Camaro!!

Thanks!


the wide steel wheels look pretty sick i didnt know they went that big, altough probley not what you are going to be using ha

Correct. I borrowed those wheels but they are about the same size I´m gonna use...

[Motorcitydak]

Everything about this car is beautiful, you are doing an awesome job there!!

So what engine and trans does the modern T/A get?

[Openers]

Everything about this car is beautiful, you are doing an awesome job there!!

So what engine and trans does the modern T/A get?

Not yet decided. Probably an old style sbc with alu block and heads. Maybe some weber carbs. Manual transmission.

Many thanks! :)

[evostilo]

awsome project, killer looks it would be nice if u just cleared the home care no paint, so all the weld work shows

[Openers]

awsome project, killer looks it would be nice if u just cleared the home care no paint, so all the weld work shows

Yes, that would be kind of cool. To bad I don´t live in California - different humidity/climate here ;)

[duckmanjbr]

Are we voting on the "Great Garage Giveaway"? I'm in for a vote!

[mjds]

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what size bfg's are those they looks soooo coool

[Openers]

Are we voting on the "Great Garage Giveaway"? I'm in for a vote!

:lmao:


what size bfg's are those they looks soooo coool

They´re just temporary :) 11" wide vintage racing tires is ordered.

[geberhard]

Hejsan Wictor!!! What part of Sweden are you in? I am just back from Boras, Got and Stockholm. My wife is from Gotteborg. I saw some crazy and swet rides there.

Wanted some info form you, on your other Maro you were running 295's in the rear without mini tubbing, any more info on that? stcok or modified axle and what wheel size and backspacing? Killer work and I am also envious of the garage :P

BTW heading to a Swedish class tonight :P

Tack!

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[Openers]

Hejsan Wictor!!! What part of Sweden are you in? I am just back from Boras, Got and Stockholm. My wife is from Gotteborg. I saw some crazy and swet rides there.

Wanted some info form you, on your other Maro you were running 295's in the rear without mini tubbing, any more info on that? stcok or modified axle and what wheel size and backspacing? Killer work and I am also envious of the garage :P

BTW heading to a Swedish class tonight :P

Tack!
Halloj!
I live approx 100 miles north of Stockholm. Starting to get cold this time of year...

Yes, I had 295's. Stock axle, no minitubs, 10" wheels with ET10. Did however trim the inside of the wheelopenings (kept the holes for the moldings though).

Swedish class - good for You! Gonna be the next top international language You know... ;)

Thanks!

[H.O.H11]

awesome build. is your spoiler steel?

[jr4452]

OK..... I'll jump on the wagon.... Awesome Garage man!!!! and nothing looks better than a project in bare metal, unless it's sitting on a floor that looks that good!!!! Keep it up.

John

[Openers]

awesome build. is your spoiler steel?
Thanks! No, it´s not a steel spoiler though it looks like it.


OK..... I'll jump on the wagon.... Awesome Garage man!!!! and nothing looks better than a project in bare metal, unless it's sitting on a floor that looks that good!!!! Keep it up.

John
Hehe, thanks John!

[Openers]

OT (sorry) :)
Btw. Finally finished the garage exterior this summer. Now it´s "just" the second floor that remains unfinished...

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[Openers]

The orchestra.

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[ryeguy2006a]

What is going below that? I would have to guess something pretty strong to be fed by that intake. Very nice piece.

[1971CHEVELLE]

wow, great work! And yes, your garage is awesome, i think your floor is cleaner than my kitchen counters :cheers:

-matt
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[devwil68]

A work of art! B.e.a.utiful!



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[devwil68]

I assume when you say wheels openings, you mean the fineder lips? what about the inner wheel well? was that massaged also?


Halloj!
I live approx 100 miles north of Stockholm. Starting to get cold this time of year...

Yes, I had 295's. Stock axle, no minitubs, 10" wheels with ET10. Did however trim the inside of the wheelopenings (kept the holes for the moldings though).

Swedish class - good for You! Gonna be the next top international language You know... ;)

Thanks!

[Openers]

What is going below that? I would have to guess something pretty strong to be fed by that intake. Very nice piece.

I don´t really know exactly whats going below. CSB alublock, aluheads - that´s all I know =)


I assume when you say wheels openings, you mean the fineder lips? what about the inner wheel well? was that massaged also?
Maybe they´re called that. Don´t know. Swedish You know ;) No, the inner wheel wells are stock.

[Openers]

What is going below that? I would have to guess something pretty strong to be fed by that intake. Very nice piece.


x2.



A work of art! B.e.a.utiful!

Thanks!!!

[nvmyss]

Very nice, lots of works in that thing so far.

[Dahlquist68]

Wow, looks really nice!

That intake/carb combo looks killer. I like the custom valance panel, not going with the RS front?
Hope I get to see this baby live sometime!

[Openers]

Wow, looks really nice!

That intake/carb combo looks killer. I like the custom valance panel, not going with the RS front?
Hope I get to see this baby live sometime!

No, I´m not really a fan of the RS front. I wanted more of an "Eleanor" Mustang look.

Thanks! :)

[BigMal69]

Now that's what I call a garage....Sweet ride too! I will be following

[Openers]

Now that's what I call a garage....Sweet ride too! I will be following

Thank You! :twothumbs

[64Chevelle383]

where does one find an intake manifold like that?

[Openers]

where does one find an intake manifold like that?

For instance at Mooneyes

[Openers]

Started making some panels for the interior. Will post more pictures when they are completely done.

Also started converting my website to english since statistics show many visitors are americans and even more speaks english...


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[Openers]

Gas cap installed. Have to make a flange on the inside that connects to the filler neck and fuel cell.

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[Ripper]

Nice cap! Where did you get that from?

Btw skip paint and go for clear coat instead. Looks bad ass the way it is right now!

[Openers]

Martin at Autocut makes 'em.

Thanks, but I'm going two tone... :)

[Openers]

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[DirtShark]

Really nice build, keep the pics coming...

[Openers]

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[Protournova]

Two words.. More Please!!!!

[Openers]

Made a guide for the steering column.

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[Motorcitydak]

I thought I liked the panels you made to cover up the doors, c pillars and other spots.....then you did the dimple holes, wow dude I love this build

[Protournova]

Nice work... so what are you going to do with the dash?

[Openers]

I thought I liked the panels you made to cover up the doors, c pillars and other spots.....then you did the dimple holes, wow dude I love this build
Hehe, thanks!


Nice work... so what are you going to do with the dash?

Thank you! Do with the dash?! The dash is done, so nothing except paint. :)

[Protournova]

Hehe, thanks!



Thank you! Do with the dash?! The dash is done, so nothing except paint. :)

That works for me... had me wondering if you blank that canvas for a reason... so any news on the motor... looking forward to seeing that intake again!

[Openers]

That works for me... had me wondering if you blank that canvas for a reason... so any news on the motor... looking forward to seeing that intake again!

The plan was to wait with engine and transmission, but in order to be able to finish all metal work I decided to get a block and empty cylinder heads. Hopefully the alu block (sbc) arrives from the states in a couple of weeks. With block and heads in place I can make brackets and mounts for exhaust, fuel lines etc before media blast and primer.

[Protournova]

The plan was to wait with engine and transmission, but in order to be able to finish all metal work I decided to get a block and empty cylinder heads. Hopefully the alu block (sbc) arrives from the states in a couple of weeks. With block and heads in place I can make brackets and mounts for exhaust, fuel lines etc before media blast and primer.

I forget that you have to ship most of your parts in... how much $$ does it add to the deal. One thing about having to ship it in.. justifies alu or at least a good excuse.

[Openers]

I forget that you have to ship most of your parts in... how much $$ does it add to the deal. One thing about having to ship it in.. justifies alu or at least a good excuse.

The last order I placed, I payed approx 6.40 swedish crowns per dollar. With shipping, tolls and taxes it ended up around 8.50 sek per dollar. Still that is a good deal compared to if I were to purchase those parts from a swedish dealer, which often takes 12-14sek per dollar (excluding domestic shipping).

[Openers]

Got some steel wheels that will be used during the build.

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[Openers]

Fuelcell installation started with moving the two AN8s which gave me the opportunity to practice tig-welding. Small modification had to be done in the trunk as well.

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[Protournova]

That worked out slick... how is the angle on the gas cap side? Boy that is tuuubed...

[Openers]

That worked out slick... how is the angle on the gas cap side? Boy that is tuuubed...
Haven´t made the flange under the cap yet. Remains to be seen... :)

[sokoloka]

I know it's been said a million times but your garage is AWESOME.
The Camaro looks great as well. If it were mine, I'd almost consider clear coating it the way it is now.

[69projectKAOS]

what are the specs on the wheels? are they cragar soft 8`s? -Dom

[femurphy77]

Martin at Autocut makes 'em.

:)



Did a quick google for Martin at autocut, is he a local? I'm looking for this type of cap for my own project. Serious mancave envy going too!

[Openers]

what are the specs on the wheels? are they cragar soft 8`s? -Dom
Aero 15x12" and 15x8"

/Wictor

[Openers]

Did a quick google for Martin at autocut, is he a local? I'm looking for this type of cap for my own project. Serious mancave envy going too!

Yes, he´s a local - here in Sweden... =) He made just a few to promote his company. I won this cap in a hot rod magazine (Gasoline) competition.

[Openers]

SBC 407cui.

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Mockup.

[Protournova]

That is serious car guy porn, right there!!!

[gjs14]

what size bfg's are those they looks soooo coool

love the 15" wheels, whats the wheel and tire size's on the BFG? 295 out back? 255 up front? also love the car, im doing a 67/68 modern shelby Trans Am Mustang and im thinking about running 15' wheels.

[Openers]

love the 15" wheels, whats the wheel and tire size's on the BFG? 295 out back? 255 up front? also love the car, im doing a 67/68 modern shelby Trans Am Mustang and im thinking about running 15' wheels.

Don´t remember exact size. Borrowed those wheels. Think they are 235 in front. Just about to test some 28/12.5 in the back on my Aero wheels. Think it´ll fill out the wheel arches quite nice :) Sounds like You have a nice project there. Yes, go with 15"!

[gjs14]

I have alot of sweet pic's of the 67,68 and 69 T/A cars.....let me know if you would like me 2 post.

[gjs14]

any updats?

[Openers]

Been working on my Econoline for awhile. Started yesterday though installing brackets for dzus in/on(?!) the trunklid. Never used dzus before - quite tricky to get them levelled etc.

[LS7 Z/28]

That would be great if you could post them, I'm sure a lot of people on here would have interest in that.

[LS7 Z/28]

I have alot of sweet pic's of the 67,68 and 69 T/A cars.....let me know if you would like me 2 post.
That would be great if you could post those, I'm sure a lot of people on here would have interest in viewing them.

[Tig]

That is serious car guy porn, right there!!!

Xs2, serious stuff here.
It looks amazing, the metal work is awesome.

[RobertGP]

Great car + garage !

[sokoloka]

That would be great if you could post those, I'm sure a lot of people on here would have interest in viewing them.Agreed. Please do!

[Openers]

Small update. Never installed dzus before so it took me quite some time but I aint in a hurry :) Searched at Summit but couldn´t find black ones, which I want. Do they come in black?

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[gjs14]

looking good, post pic's when you get tires on it

[gjs14]

Agreed. Please do!

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all pic's from http://www.camaros.org/forum/index.php?topic=7779.105 check it out if you love 60's/70's T/A cars

[Protournova]

Check this out:

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Large-Head-Plastic-1-4-Turn-Dzus-Fastener,52625.html

I would think metal would be better but maybe not.....

[Red Rocker]

Great build. Great photos too!

[Openers]

Check this out:

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Large-Head-Plastic-1-4-Turn-Dzus-Fastener,52625.html

I would think metal would be better but maybe not.....

Thanks! Worth looking into!


Great build. Great photos too!

Thank You :)

[Openers]

Steering completed.

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[Protournova]

Looking good.. but whats with the teaser of half a shot of the motor, thats not playing fair... ???? ;-)

Should the steering shaft be supported?

[Openers]

Looking good.. but whats with the teaser of half a shot of the motor, thats not playing fair... ???? ;-)

Should the steering shaft be supported?
Hehe, I will post more pictures soon. Yes, maybe I should mount a steering shaft support bearing.

[Openers]

Looking good.. but whats with the teaser of half a shot of the motor, thats not playing fair... ???? ;-)

As promised, but there is only half a motor to photograph... :)

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[Hotwhilz]

My favorite car so far! Nice work and always cool pics, now we need to see the areo wheels on the car !!!

[Openers]

Humble thanks! I also wanna see those wheels on the car (and tires mounted)! But...the rear wheels couldn´t be ordered with the backspace I wanted, so they´re in the machine shop getting the centers moved an inch...

[Protournova]

Quote: "As promised, but there is only half a motor to photograph..."

Took ya long enough... LOL!! You have to be all smiles when you are kicked back looking at that.

I see that intake and think twin turbo's mounted low in the frame, real clean and tight install... hmmmmm...

[Openers]

Hehe, well I have to admit that I am. I try keeping it simple so I don´t go over my head (?! ...over my capabilities). Most of the time anyway. So turbos is really not for me. Or as I usually say...if you need turbos, nos or superchargers, you´ve built too small engine from the beginning... ;D

[MyFriendScott]

I think this car is assembling itself. I don't see any tools, dirty messes, or signs of humans in these pictures. The car is possessed!

[Protournova]

Hehe, well I have to admit that I am. I try keeping it simple so I don´t go over my head (?! ...over my capabilities). Most of the time anyway. So turbos is really not for me. Or as I usually say...if you need turbos, nos or superchargers, you´ve built too small engine from the beginning... ;D

Amen Brother... no replacement for displacement!

[uk68327]

The quad webers has had me hooked on this build, absolutely awesome! Keep up the good work! :cheers:

[Protournova]

The quad webers has had me hooked on this build, absolutely awesome! Keep up the good work! :cheers:

Well according to Transformers the movie that would be "a modified high rise double pump carburetor and modified headers" any car guy in the movie would be "WTS"

[uk68327]

Well according to Transformers the movie that would be "a modified high rise double pump carburetor and modified headers" any car guy in the movie would be "WTS"

Hahaha! that always makes me cringe when I'm watching that part of the movie!

[gjs14]

cars looking bad a$$! what size tire did you go with on your new wheels?

[Openers]

cars looking bad a$$! what size tire did you go with on your new wheels?
Got old tires now that I´ll use during the build, but they are just about the same size that I´m gonna get when the car´s finished. 12.5" in rear and 9.5" in front.

Thanks!

[syborg tt]

Subscribed.

and I love everything about this build thread. The car the Garage you mad skills taking pictures and did i mention the wheel combo. !!!!!

[Openers]

Subscribed.

and I love everything about this build thread. The car the Garage you mad skills taking pictures and did i mention the wheel combo. !!!!!
Thanks again Marty! You´re too kind =)

[Openers]

Rear wheels modified for correct backspacing. (As said, temporary tires)

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Also started with some initial carb tuning.

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[Protournova]

Looking good!!!, I did the same kind of clean up on my carb... Not sure how much it will help performance but my OCD wouldn't let me sleep until it was done ;-)

[killer89]

Any particular reason you chose the crossram configuration rather than the classic vertical 8-stack for those Webers?

Love the project btw, awesome work.

[Openers]

Looking good!!!, I did the same kind of clean up on my carb... Not sure how much it will help performance but my OCD wouldn't let me sleep until it was done ;-)

Haha, same here! Sure it can´t be good with rough edges interfering air flow. :)


Any particular reason you chose the crossram configuration rather than the classic vertical 8-stack for those Webers?

Love the project btw, awesome work.

Had the vertical 8-stack on my previous Camaro (Dellortos though). Thought I´d try this setup this time. Hood clearence is another factor...

Thanks!

[gjs14]

:cheers:

I look at PT forum each day just to see your car, keep up the good work

[Motorcitydak]

Just curious but how did you clean up the insides of those venturi's? Seems like a really small space to work in

[Openers]

:cheers:

I look at PT forum each day just to see your car, keep up the good work

Thanks! :twothumbs


Just curious but how did you clean up the insides of those venturi's? Seems like a really small space to work in

First I used a bur (pneumatic die grinder) and then elbow grease and sandpaper...or finger grease in this case. I'm not completely done though.

[Openers]

Been working on the fitment of the inner fenders. Also made an adjustable support bracket for the upper valance. Carbon mirror mounted...

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[Protournova]

Looking good.. where did you find the mirrors?? Maybe its just me but I really don't like the stock hinges "heavy, poor design, etc." and I can't afford the after-market ones.. So maybe if I point it out your OCD will help solve my OCD... ;-)

[Openers]

Do You mean the hood hinges? Don´t worry - fiberglass hood on its way which I´ll mount with dzus... :)

[Protournova]

Ya.. sorry, hood hinges... and so much for you solving my hinge OCD problem... ;-)

[boostin05blacksti]

Arp mirrors? Looks great man..wanna make me a set of those inner wheel well covers? Are they stainless?

[Openers]

The mirrors are SPA Formula F1/GP Grand Prix mirrors. The wheel well covers are aluminium. Just a straight plate basically with drilled holes. Not hard to make but a loooong way to ship... :)

[Openers]

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[mikes70]

In my opinion, all of those pictures are pro. Nice work...

[Motorcitydak]

I really like those mirrors and for sure will be getting a pair for my car. Did you get the straight or the convex glass? Looks like the straight but I cannot tell. Would you recommend one over the other? I feel like the convex may be the way to go since you can see more to your side with them

[Openers]

I got the straight ones. Not really so concerned about function cause I got them to have a chance of being road legal. Think they´ll work fine...

[ElCamino400]

Looking good, what size brakes are you able to run with those wheels ?

[Openers]

Thanks! Got 11" rotors if thats the size You mean.

[SparkyRnD]

I love this build, and love the pictures. To me, looking at these pictures is like being in a gallery and staring at art.

[Openers]

Humble thanks! Made my day :)

[Openers]

Honed and line honed.

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[Protournova]

Looking good... looking good... I see you have done some work with the van. Couple more pics of the seats and van would be nice..

[Openers]

Looking good... looking good... I see you have done some work with the van. Couple more pics of the seats and van would be nice..

Thanks! Ok, will look for some pictures of the van. Seats will have to wait awhile.


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[LV42DAY]

Honed and line honed.

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forget the camaro, this van is the ballz!! thats the baddest parts getter ever, lol. i likes, i likes

[Openers]

Looking good... looking good... I see you have done some work with the van. Couple more pics of the seats and van would be nice..

Some pics of the van.

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[Protournova]

Every parts hauler should be that cool.... What year Ford?? Its pretty bad that it took two days to find the right location, time of day, wash the white walls, angle the tires just right, etc.. for the "parts hauler" photo shoot... ;-)

[Openers]

Every parts hauler should be that cool.... What year Ford?? Its pretty bad that it took two days to find the right location, time of day, wash the white walls, angle the tires just right, etc.. for the "parts hauler" photo shoot... ;-)


Haha, yupp! It´s a '70 Econoline.

[Openers]

Painted the intake manifold, timing cover and block. Valve covers will get the same treatment. My "dress-down" treatment :)


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[Openers]

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[Hotwhilz]

Pure sex! B.U.T Fool!
going to be a nice piece!

[Hotwhilz]

Pure sex! B.U.T Fool!
going to be a nice piece!

[uk68327]

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[CruizinKev]

wow awesome photos!! great build!! :twothumbs

[Openers]

Thanks! :)

[Openers]

Started on the exhaust.

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[Martin71RS]

nice work! I love your attention for details!
Martin

[uk68327]

What Martin said! Come and help with my 68, you are only a short flight away lol! :worship:

[coolwelder62]

Very Nice.

[Magisnyc]

Any update to this build?

[Openers]

nice work! I love your attention for details!
Martin

Thanks!


What Martin said! Come and help with my 68, you are only a short flight away lol! :worship:

Haha, no problem! ;)


Very Nice.

Many thanks!


Any update to this build?

No updates. The swedish summer is short, so I´ve to make the most of it in terms of carpenting (terrace) among other outdoorsy stuff. Been raining a lot though so maybe it´s time for some Camaro...

[Openers]

Speak of the devil...

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[instro84]

this car is just sic me like!

[Openers]

this car is just sic me like!

Thanks! :)

[Gitter Dun]

Looks like you have a sway bar/shock interference in the pic. If I were you I would make the sway bar end link a slider so your not stuck with one rate.


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[Openers]

Looks like you have a sway bar/shock interference in the pic. If I were you I would make the sway bar end link a slider so your not stuck with one rate.


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Ok, thanks but there´s no interference. Camera angle that "lies" :)

[Openers]

I´ll also make an alternative system behind the flange before the rear axle/mufflers. Will be coated black eventually.

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[SparkyRnD]

that is a neat routing idea. Are you going to build heat reflector panels between the mufflers and the body?

[Openers]

that is a neat routing idea. Are you going to build heat reflector panels between the mufflers and the body?

There will be no heat reflector panels.

[Protournova]

Its about time you got back in the shop :poke:... looking good and clean... I just noticed the front pick up points for the outer locating links for the TCI TA did you fab them up?

[newmexicosaint]

Just wanted to thank you for making my build look second rate (KIDDING). The work is sweet. Thank you for sharing the progress with the rest of us!!

[Openers]

Its about time you got back in the shop :poke:... looking good and clean... I just noticed the front pick up points for the outer locating links for the TCI TA did you fab them up?

Couldn´t agree more! Been away from the garage too loooong! :) I modified or made new brackets for the rear end because the ones that was included in the kit is for an original body/chassi.


Just wanted to thank you for making my build look second rate (KIDDING). The work is sweet. Thank you for sharing the progress with the rest of us!!

Hehe, thanks!!!

[Young Gun]

Daaaaaaaaaaaaamn

[Openers]

The chokes has been turned up a little, so now I can calculate on the rest of the jets. Venturis also done.


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Finished the alternative exhaust. Will maybe cut the pipes by the last 45 bend for that oval look, but I´ll leave them for now...

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[Protournova]

I can't imagine a different seat, nice... Corbeau Clubman??

[Openers]

Yes, I like them. No, Corbeau GT8.

[Protournova]

Hard to understand why they quit making them... very good looking seat.

[gjs14]

Your car is killing it! Good job!So what tires/size did u end up running? Also where did u find the seats and how can I get a set?

[Openers]

Your car is killing it! Good job!So what tires/size did u end up running? Also where did u find the seats and how can I get a set?

Thanks!
Rear: 27/12-15. Up front I think it´s gonna be 26/10-15. I think these seats are discontinued, but I found these two in the UK.

[Openers]

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[Openers]

...and now we´re on Facebooooooook :) Gonna take a while though getting up to date, so have patience.

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[gjs14]

...and now we´re on Facebooooooook :) Gonna take a while though getting up to date, so have patience.

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Your cover pic on Facebook is bad a$$! whats the new tire setup and will the car see the street or just the track? If you run it on the street what tires will you rock?

Keep up the good job

[Wraith]

Love the build! Just one question? Do all Swedish men have super powers when it comes to vehicle fabrication? :lol::lol:

I'm on a Volvo board and it seems like all the builds are extraordinary too. Keep up the great work.

[Openers]

Your cover pic on Facebook is bad a$$! whats the new tire setup and will the car see the street or just the track? If you run it on the street what tires will you rock?

Keep up the good job

My intention is to make it street legal. On the street I´ll run same type of tire but I will cut some treads on them. These are Good Year Eagle tires (Nascar) btw.

Thanks! :)


Love the build! Just one question? Do all Swedish men have super powers when it comes to vehicle fabrication? :lol::lol:

I'm on a Volvo board and it seems like all the builds are extraordinary too. Keep up the great work.

Haha! I can´t really answer that since I don´t consider myself mastering the art of vehicle fabrication. Trust me, I´m a noob. Stubborn though, very stubborn.

Many thanks!

[Martin71RS]

the long winters help....they have plenty of time to work on their cars ;-)

[Openers]

Thought I´d try modify a standard hood.

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[Protournova]

Thought I´d try modify a standard hood.

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He steps up to bat... here comes the pitch... crack... its a home run.... !!!!!

[Trans]

lol,garage is better than the car!

[Six_Shooter]

I appreciate the skill that went into that hood, but I don't think the design suits the Camaro.

Reminds me of a '70s Duster.

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[Hotwhilz]

Great approach on the hood, gives you another choice down the road, I think I like this one better than the glass one!

Great work!

[GrabberGT]

lol,garage is better than the car!

Ha! His garage is better than my house!

66685

I forgot who's thread we were looking at and thought, "What? Either he's fabricating in his dining room or his wife decorates the garage."

[66larkgs]

i would hate to oil in the grout of thise tiles... His garage looks like the local bmw dealership. I am going to hold comments on the hood until i see it on the car. look at the dash fabrication, i bet thier is more to come with those scoops, cant wait to see more.

[Impala65]

Very Nice build, like the old tuch you put into your project. High detail. And the garage is something I would like to have down here, looks you are guy who doesn't do something for 99% but goes for the full 100% (respect),

[Vicinity]

I like the hood. It's got a Pontiac vibe, but it works really well.

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

looks pretty damn good I think.. I like the stinger better but I wouldnt kick her outta the bed.

kindof like a barracuda hood..

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[Openers]

I´m keeping both hoods. What bothers me is that the steel hood weighs about three times more than the Yenko hood. But as mentioned - I´m keeping both. I´m not just a "chevy guy", so I like many different vehicles/brands/manufacturers. These scoops I got inspiration from a Coronet hood with scoops, which I think similars also can be seen on some Plymouths and Darts.

Anyhow, thanks everybody! Whats so fascinating is that the hoods causes kind of a debate both on american forums and swedish. I like that! :D

Gotta continue soldering now...

[Vicinity]

I´m keeping both hoods. What bothers me is that the steel hood weighs about three times more than the Yenko hood. But as mentioned - I´m keeping both. I´m not just a "chevy guy", so I like many different vehicles/brands/manufacturers. These scoops I got inspiration from a Coronet hood with scoops, which I think similars also can be seen on some Plymouths and Darts.

Anyhow, thanks everybody! Whats so fascinating is that the hoods causes kind of a debate both on american forums and swedish. I like that! :D

Gotta continue soldering now...

I hear ya on the steel hood weight. I haven't put mine back on because the weight and size make it super awkward to install by myself, it's virtually the ONLY part I can't put back on the car alone.

But damn, doesn't yours look cool :)

[Openers]

I hear ya on the steel hood weight. I haven't put mine back on because the weight and size make it super awkward to install by myself, it's virtually the ONLY part I can't put back on the car alone.

But damn, doesn't yours look cool :)

When using the steel hood I´m gonna mount original hood hinges, cause my back is killing me right now... :)

I have been eyeing the spot welds that holds the "inner support" of the hood. Not sure though if the outer skin will hold its shape with the support gone. Some rigidity has been added through the scoops and the hood will be supported by all the dzus mounts. Hm, decisions desicions...

[Openers]

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[Hotwhilz]

Soldered.

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That's a keeper, looks good on there, like the fact that the opening aren't straight facing!

Digging the car bad!

[Vicinity]

When using the steel hood I´m gonna mount original hood hinges, cause my back is killing me right now... :)

I have been eyeing the spot welds that holds the "inner support" of the hood. Not sure though if the outer skin will hold its shape with the support gone. Some rigidity has been added through the scoops and the hood will be supported by all the dzus mounts. Hm, decisions desicions...

Instead of the large inner support it has, a well placed "X" shaped brace might work pretty well. Sort of like how the control arms are massive pieces of bent steel, but tubular arms are much smaller by comparison but stronger. Maybe I'm just thinking out loud here, but something to consider.

[gjs14]

Any new work on your camaro?

[Openers]

No, not really. Front wheels are now 10" wide. Been building a bike the last couple months. Sold it today to finance a tranny for the Camaro.

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[frojoe]

Nice Yamy! XS400 or 650?

[Openers]

Nice Yamy! XS400 or 650?
Thanks! It's a 400.

[MARBIL]

No, not really. Front wheels are now 10" wide. Been building a bike the last couple months. Sold it today to finance a tranny for the Camaro.

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I like this!nice bike, and really sweet camaro, I am turning 2 triumphs making one a bobber and the other a cafe, to help fund my 69 firebird project

[frojoe]

Thanks! It's a 400.

Sweet! I just got a mint '76 500, looking to do a very similar build to yours but not with clip-ons.. riser bars instead.

And by the way.. wick awesome Camaro build! :twothumbs

[srh3trinity]

That bike build really fit with the Camaro. Very cool.

[Openers]

I like this!nice bike, and really sweet camaro, I am turning 2 triumphs making one a bobber and the other a cafe, to help fund my 69 firebird project
Many thanks! =) Yes, it´s quite relaxing somehow to build a bike or two and take a break from the car projects. Fewer parts, smaller parts :twothumbs Also kind of nice making a buck or two. Sounds like You have a good plan there with those Triumphs. I´m thinking of building another cafe racer myself. Don´t have a bike yet though...


Sweet! I just got a mint '76 500, looking to do a very similar build to yours but not with clip-ons.. riser bars instead.

And by the way.. wick awesome Camaro build! :twothumbs
Nice! That bike got a lot of potential! Thanks btw! :)


That bike build really fit with the Camaro. Very cool.
Thanks! It´s a cool bike but I can´t afford keeping everything. Wanna finnish the Camaro too. :D

[Openers]

Been collecting some stuff and now that I have the water pump I just had to try them on. Very light crankshaft... ;)

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[Gitter Dun]

You lost me at the hood but redeemed yourself with the KRC pulley's and alternator bracket. You'll really like the KRC aluminum power steering pump. No need for a cooler.

[impact-collision]

I built the same front valance. Love your setup, looks like a fun place to escape and create. Next time I want to see some dirt on that floor though. Haha. Almost done with my build. Check it out on project updates. Looking forward in seeing your finished ride.

Regards,

Vinny Impact.

[Openers]

You lost me at the hood but redeemed yourself with the KRC pulley's and alternator bracket. You'll really like the KRC aluminum power steering pump. No need for a cooler.

I´m not gonna use a power steering pump. Just happen to have these pulleys and the one for the crank.


I built the same front valance. Love your setup, looks like a fun place to escape and create. Next time I want to see some dirt on that floor though. Haha. Almost done with my build. Check it out on project updates. Looking forward in seeing your finished ride.

Regards,

Vinny Impact.

Nice project Vinny!

Yep, I like it - spend most my days here. Oh, there´s been dirt on the floor alright =)

Well this project is going to take awhile finishing, but I´m also looking forward to the day when it´s time to turn the key...

Thanks!

[Damn True]

Glad to see some progress...living vicariously through you guys that are able to work on their cars.

BTW, great photography!

[Openers]

Glad to see some progress...living vicariously through you guys that are able to work on their cars.

BTW, great photography!

Thanks!!!



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[gjs14]

This thing is so bad a$$!!!

What color will we see?

[Openers]

This thing is so bad a$$!!!

What color will we see?

Thinking a two tone - brown on the sides and black on top. "Inverted Yunick" =)

[gjs14]

Thinking a two tone - brown on the sides and black on top. "Inverted Yunick" =)

The black and gold smokey yunick trans am camaro is a good looking car

[RBEAST]

Great build and nice shop ! what brand of coil overs on front and spring rating did you use? im building a 68 also that i will use for competition events and it will see some street use as well, I dont mind if its a little stiff on the road since i like to drive it like i stole it

[Openers]

Had to abandon the weber setup. Got hold of All Pro cylinder heads (cnc) with titanium valves. Raised intake runners didn´t match my weber intake. Sold that setup and almost got all the remaining parts the motor was missing. The webers are cool, but this way the project took a big step forward (and gained approx 200hp). Nice air filter?! ;)

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Jerico 4 spd that will be operated clutchless.

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[andrewb70]

Had to abandon the weber setup. Got hold of All Pro cylinder heads (cnc) with titanium valves. Raised intake runners didn´t match my weber intake. Sold that setup and almost got all the remaining parts the motor was missing. The webers are cool, but this way the project took a big step forward (and gained approx 200hp). Nice air filter?! ;)

Jerico 4 spd that will be operated clutchless.

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Great build.

If you are going to run that transmission, why not run a reverse mount bellhousing and a 7.25" triple disk clutch?

Andrew

[Openers]

Great build.

If you are going to run that transmission, why not run a reverse mount bellhousing and a 7.25" triple disk clutch?

Andrew

This stuff came with the trans so I´ll try them first. If they won´t cut it I´ll have to try something else. Can´t afford to have several kits lying around just in case :)

[Protournova]

Losing the webers stinks but at least the project is moving... keep up the good work... always good to see updates!

[Openers]

Soon time to assemble the engine. First a little mockup.

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[syborg tt]

Incredible pictures and I look forward to all of your posts.

ps - you should post pictures of the Van your working and the bike you finished.

[Openers]

Incredible pictures and I look forward to all of your posts.

ps - you should post pictures of the Van your working and the bike you finished.

Thanks! I´m glad they´re appreciated!

Maybe, not quite sure this is the right forum for that though. :)

[Protournova]

Incredible pictures and I look forward to all of your posts.

ps - you should post pictures of the Van your working and the bike you finished.


I 2nd that....

Also funny how the lift is color matched to the rest of the décor...

[syborg tt]

Maybe, not quite sure this is the right forum for that though. :)

This is a great Forum and the people here really appreciate Quality workmanship and you sir do just that.

[MidnightSpecial]

Amazing project

Even more amazing garage!

I cant check tire pressure without oil being all over the floor and about 1000 paper towels scattered all over the garage.

[Openers]

I 2nd that....

Also funny how the lift is color matched to the rest of the décor...

Thanks! Well, I´m a bit picky :)


This is a great Forum and the people here really appreciate Quality workmanship and you sir do just that.

Humble thanks sir! Maybe I´ll post some pictures. There´s always my website though if anyone would like to see some right away.


Amazing project

Even more amazing garage!

I cant check tire pressure without oil being all over the floor and about 1000 paper towels scattered all over the garage.

The main thing is having a roof ;) Thanks!

[ADiCarlo]

I check this thread daily! We need more updates!

[Todd in Vancouver]

Yes, all is very well done. You could do tours of the most immaculate shop, ever! :jawdrop:

[Openers]

I check this thread daily! We need more updates!

I update my website more frequently if there is a need for more updates/pictures. There are also some other projects I´m currently working on.


Yes, all is very well done. You could do tours of the most immaculate shop, ever! :jawdrop:

Haha, well thanks but my shop do get dirty and unorganized from time to time.

[Openers]

Developet a taste for building bikes. Sold the last two to Norway. Both are Kawasakis from early 80's.

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And the Camaro...
Crank, rods, pistons etc are balanced and ready to be installed.

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[Protournova]

Looking good... I have a '81 CSR1000 that needs a little street fighter / café treatment... good inspiration...

[IrishBoxer92]

this is straight up better than porn, love it dude! :hail:

[Gil]

Awesome work, garage, skills, cars, bike...:jawdrop:
Bad a$$.... respect...
Gil

[Build-It-Break-It]

Any updates!? This thing is so nice. I love all the fab work. Everyone keeps saying it but your workshop is amazing. Its the equivalent to a hospital for cars. So clean and organized.

[Openers]

Thanks! =)

Well, not much has happened on the Camaro. Installed the rear brakes and ran som brake lines. There has been some (many) issues with the components when assembling the engine. Should be all sorted now...


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In between there has been some bike builds. Currently working on a Suzuki GT550 and a Harley XLCH.

Harley FLH:

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Yamaha XS:

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[srh3trinity]

I am not much of a bike guy, but I really like your bike builds.

[Gil]

Harley is a beauty ! Just need a bomber jacket & let's go !
Amazing work
Gil

[Tig]

Man, everything looks amazing. Engine, exhaust, interior its perfect.
The bike builds are pretty insane to.
Not to mention that you're quite the photographer.
Excellent both in the build and the snap shots.
What camera are you using?

[Openers]

I wasn't much for bikes either until a couple of years ago. Fun stuff! Thanks btw!

I have a Nikon D800.