Another 67 Camaro Build

[brnzbuddha]

Hey, guys! Well, I've been looking for the right first gen for years now. I lucked upon one in Craigslist a few years ago and finally pulled the trigger on it. It is a completely bare roller. The guy I bought it from bought it when it was running and driving then stripped it down in anticipation of restoring it. So, it is bare; the chassis was sandblasted and primed.

It came with a 350 from 1967, a Muncie 4 speed, and a 12 bolt rear. I'm selling the motor, trans and rear. Why? I'm going with a Speedtech front subframe and a Speedtech torque arm rear setup with a shortened complete 9 inch rear. Also, I plan to swap in a LSx motor with a t-56.

Only pictures I have right now are from the trip to pick it up. I'll snap some better ones tomorrow when I'm pulling the rear.

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The Grand National isn't mine. I'm storing it for a friend. It is for sale, however. Only 54,000 original miles! :)

[brnzbuddha]

The care came with new sheet metal for the rear render fenders, left and right floor pans, trunk pan, hood, trunk (which you can see). Everything is in the back of the U Haul. I'm in no rush to finish this project. It was a great price and the perfect specimen (in my eyes) for my project. I'm looking to go a little different than normal with the wheel choice. I'm really thinking about going with Work Meister S1 3pc. We'll see. Suspension, brakes, and wheels are first in this journey. Looking to go really aggressive with wheel fitment and ride height. :)

[brnzbuddha]

Suspension:

Speedtech Front Subframe
Speedtech Rear Torque Arm Suspension
RideTech TAs all around
Willwood Brakes
Work Meister S1 3pc


Drivetrain:

Chevy LS series engine (would love to do a 6/6.2L N/A setup)
T-56
9" Rear


Exterior:

Deep Gloss Black
No front bumper

[MidnightSpecial]

By storing the Grand National do you mean "Occasionally blaze the tires to make sure it still runs?"

thats all the payment for storage I would need.

[Todd in Vancouver]

Nothing wrong with "another" '67 Camaro build, in fact, I rather like them.

[brnzbuddha]

Tackled removing the 12 bolt today. It rained off and on today and I have the other car in the garage so it was a bit of a maneuvering fiasco. Had to get some help from my brother and a friend to turn it around and get it back in the garage.

Had a bolt break off that held up the leaf spring on the passenger side.
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So, got to buy another tool - a sawzall! Finally, everything is unbolted and ready to sell! SpeedTech Performance setup with Currie 9" housing, here I come! :)
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[Smitty68]

Looks like a great piece to start from.

[brnzbuddha]

12-bolt was sold today! Have someone interested in the motor and trans. Let's hope they get sold before I leave for Paris. If not, not a big deal. I'll just sell em when I get back in about two weeks. Going to pop the question to the GF while I'm over there. Wish me luck!


Looks like a great piece to start from.
Thanks!

[brnzbuddha]

Well, I'm back from Paris and officially engaged. Luckily, she is as excited about this build as I am so I don't have to worry about giving up my project. Haha

Looks like the next purchase will be the SpeedTech Rear with Ford 9" Rear Housing.

Then I'm torn between the RideTech TQ Series Shockwave shocks or the RideTech TAs.

I found a Strange 9" with 4.11 setup for 31 spline axles for 1000, brand new. Should I get it while I can?

[brnzbuddha]

Anyone know how to replace/fix the rust around the rear windshield opening and the area where the seal for the trunk is?77490

[rickpaw]

Congrats on the engagement. I was just in Paris last week.

Looks like you have a fairly clean shell there. As for repairing the rust around the trunk gutter, you can get new replacement channel from jegs or other sources . It sounds complicated but easy to do. On the back window, depending how bad the rust is, you can make patch panels and weld it in. I made a couple of patch panels on my firebird, and for smaller rust holes I just welded them shut.

Good luck

[brnzbuddha]

Thanks! We had a great time.

Looks like I found the part at Year One. https://www.yearone.com/Product/1967-81-camaro/rw49 Should do the trick!

Also, I had a good time looking through your LS swap. Looks like everything is coming together nicely. I'm hoping to come across a good deal on a 5.3/5.7/6.0 Iron or Alum LS series motor. However, I think I'm gonna be a bit SOL when it comes to finding a T-56 at a steal of a price.

[brnzbuddha]

Thanks on the congratulatory remarks and on the info about the rust repair! I found the replacement trunk channel from a couple different places and also found a kit that replaces the rusted spots around the window too. So, looks like I'm good to go. Just took a bit of searching around to find.

I'm torn if I want to go with a larger displacement NA motor or build a TT 5.3L iron block. Ideally, I'd find a 5.7L aluminum shortblock somewhere at a good price. Anyone have any suggestions? Maybe from a sponsor?

Also, does anyone think 4.11 with a t-56 is too much gear? Should I go 3.73? I want to get good gas mileage on highway trips. I'd really like it to be fun on track (HPDE) though. While playing in a straight line is fun, it isn't my biggest priority.

[Auto Rod Technologies]

Looks like a good start to a good project to me.. Good luck to ya!

[68400BIRD]

When you fix the rust around the rear window make sure to have the trim handy. Before welding anything in place, line the trim up and make sure it still fits correctly. Some of the window channel up in the top corners had a horrible fit from the factory. Mine were way off, but I had a vinyl top on my car. Then to top it off I did some welding myself and did not think to check it out with the trim before welding it up solid.

[brnzbuddha]

Thanks for the tip! I'm not sure if I will be doing the bodywork or my friend (who actually does this for a living). I'd love to but honestly I'm terrified. Haha. I want to use the flush glass without the trim. Would that change the approach?

[68400BIRD]

It would make it easier.

[brnzbuddha]

Thanks! Good to know!

Picking up a T-56 out of a 01 SS Camaro today. Found it for 1300.

[brnzbuddha]

Picked up the transmission!

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[brnzbuddha]

Question about DSE tubs...

Since I am going with the Speedtech Coilover/Torque Arm setup in the rear, do I need the full DSE mini-tub kit or can I just get the DSE Deep tubs?

Picking up a LS1 shortblock this weekend and ordering some stock 243 heads this upcoming week as well!

[brnzbuddha]

Had some great e-mail exchange with Blake at Speedtech about the way I should approach this build. I was hoping to pick up two shortblocks in PA this weekend but some things came up and it looks like I might have missed out on that opportunity. Aluminum LS1 shortblocks for 300-400 a pop? A good deal?

[brnzbuddha]

One small update: I came across a LS2 with some slightly worked 243 heads and a cam for a great price. Sending payment for it tomorrow.

I've been taking my time with acquiring everything needed. Next purchases will be a new roof, dse mini tubs, doors and full quarters. Buying full quarters and a roof because of the rot around the rear glass. I figured it would just be easier for me to do that then buy one of those channel kits to repair it.

Anyone need "quarter skins" for a 67 camaro? I have two brand new ones! Haha

Then will be the suspension bits. Still planning on going speedtech. :)

[brnzbuddha]

So, it's been four years and if anything I've made negative progress. I sold off the motor and trans I had. I've since moved to a new house with larger garage and looking to finally get going.

I'm thinking of just getting full quarters, new roof, and a whole floor. But the question is, in what order do I replace these panels? There is no rear under the car, and I'll be buying either a rotisserie or body cart, and just want to make sure there will be enough rigidity to keep everything To the correct specs while removing and adding panels.

[ryeguy2006a]

http://www.firstgenjigs.com/

Probably worth the money for this if you have all of that work ahead of you.

[67SSDan]

Hahaha, us 67 guys evidently all think the same.... there are now 3 threads (at least) named roughly the same thing. Looks like an awesome project (but I'm a little biased)!

Dan