REASN67 - My 1967 Camaro build

[reason]

Haven't posted much on this forum over the last few years since joining, but wouldn't have been able to get as far as I have without the help from everyone's own builds/posts here.

Finally getting into the last leg of my build and thought I should share my own journey as well to try and help return the favor.
I'm going to go back in and update my posts with details/info as I organize it, so bare with me for a few days.




Cheers,
and thanks to the community for inspiring a lot of the decisions as I've been building mine.

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION	ENGINE (PLACEHOLDER)	TRANSMISSION	BRAKES
DSE Hydroformed Subframe	LS1(2000 Camaro Pull)	Tremec T56 Magnum Close Ratio	14” BAER Pro+ 6 piston
DSE Subframe Connectors	C6 Oil pan	QT SFI Bell Housing	13” BAER SS4+ 4 piston with Park Brake
DSE mini-tub	Detroit Speed 1 ⅞ Stainless Longtubes	Science Friction Atomic Twin Clutch	BAER Remaster Cylinder 1 1/8
DSE Firewall Smooth Panel	ProForm Valve Covers	Science Friction Billet Steel Flywheel	HydraBoost
DSE 1/2 height Body Mounts	Vintage Air Front Runner System	X-Factor aluminum Cross member
Single Adjustable JRi CoilOvers
ELECTRICAL/MISC	INTERIOR	REAR END	WHEELS
WiringSpecialists Engine Harness	Recaro “Specialist S” Seats- Black Leather	Detroit Speed QUADRA Link 4-link	18" Forgeline DE3C
American AutoWire Chassis Harness	Speedhut Revolution Gauges	Shortened Ford 9” w/ 3.89	18" GM Heritage Steelies
LSX independent Fan Controller	Vintage Air Air/Heat
DSE Firewall Smooth Panel	Clayton Machine Works Pedals / Shifter
ridetech Billet Locking Fuel Door	Shop LLC - 6.5" Kick Panels + 6x9 Rear Tray
DSE Selecta Speed Wiper Kit
DSE "600 Series" Super Tank - Narrowed

I'm sure im forgetting a lot of parts - will try and post a full build sheet once done.
If anyone has any questions feel free to reach out-

[reason]

Where to start the story. Ill probably come back in and update this a bit more... but long story short, have been dreaming of building a pro-touring camaro for a number of years. But wanted to find a good car to start with that I wouldn't feel guilty about hacking apart.

The goal was to do all the work myself and use it as a learning experience. It's definitely been that.


Here she is when I picked her up:

1967 Camaro - 327 V8 with an automatic.
Decent body, 5' paint job and pissing fluids out of just about every place she could.

Hindsight if i knew how far into the project I was going to go, I probably would have gone for something a bit more WIP... but i got a decent deal on the car as is. Visually the car was in good shape for a daily driver... mechanically it was a disaster. Motor + Trans were shot. Rear end was a mess, and after tearing her down we discovered she was missing half her bolts and the brake pads in the drums.

Lucky for me... and unbeknown to the seller none of that stuff was staying in.
So was able to negotiate a pretty decent deal on her.

[reason]

Placeholder Post

[reason]

THE TEARDOWN
After placing a fairly hefty parts order to get things going, its time to tear her down and see what I'm really working with.

[reason]

Interior teardown

[reason]

TEMP MOTOR PULL / CLEANUP

Still debating on my final motor build, plan is for a twin turbo build once i get the car all wrapped up and dialed in. But for the time being needed an LS1.
Picked up a 2000 Camaro with a solid motor for dirt cheap. Just needs a bit of a refresher and clean up.

Timelapse of the pull:

[gator68428]

4 wheel drums, gotta love it. That's how mine started.

I also was backlogging my posts in my project thread. My build started when I was 15 in 1999 and started PT-type mods in 2006 and learned of this site in 2015. Feb of this year was when I started my proj thread and have trying to detail all the relevant events. Good idea on the placeholder posts, I should have added some! As it turns out, Just yesterday my thread finally became current--and it has 90% of the details I wanted, so I'm pretty relieved right now. Lucky for you and I was that we got started after the photobucket debacle.

Looking good so far. I think you started with the perfect vehicle. A very nice shell with weathered mechanicals. Looks like you ponied up for the good stuff too. Looking forward to this one.

[CliffsBlueCamaro]

4 wheel drums, gotta love it. That's how mine started.

I also was backlogging my posts in my project thread. My build started when I was 15 in 1999 and started PT-type mods in 2006 and learned of this site in 2015. Feb of this year was when I started my proj thread and have trying to detail all the relevant events. Good idea on the placeholder posts, I should have added some! As it turns out, Just yesterday my thread finally became current--and it has 90% of the details I wanted, so I'm pretty relieved right now. Lucky for you and I was that we got started after the photobucket debacle.

Looking good so far. I think you started with the perfect vehicle. A very nice shell with weathered mechanicals. Looks like you ponied up for the good stuff too. Looking forward to this one.

Agreed on all points, Mitch! I was just about to compliment the layout - very good for a build update on a badass car. Can't wait to see it come together!

[reason]

Engine Pulled + Initial Cleanup







And thanks to American Powertrain...

[reason]

DSE Quadralink Mockup + Mini Tubs

[reason]

Mocking up the DSE Subframe + Motor



Attachment 147257


Hmm... gonna need to make some room...




Picked up an Auto Twirler to make life a bit easier...

[reason]

Transmission Tunnel

Highly recommend Bowler Transmissions Tunnel Patch if youre looking to make some room

[reason]

Undercarriage Prep + Metal Repair + Firewall Cleanup

Aight - lot of steps going into this... a lot of grinding.. and a lot of sweat.
















Seam Sealing...


UPol Raptor Liner - this stuff is incredible. Highly Recommend.

[reason]

Interior Cleanup + Lizard Skin + Ceramic Coat





Auto Twirler for the win - made cleaning up the roof sooo much easier

[reason]

Installing the Vintage Air FrontRunner






I love this shot of the VA frontrunner kit. Worth every penny.

[reason]

Time to mockup







This is the first time in a long time shes been on 4 wheels...

[reason]

A little before and after.

[reason]

Mocking Up Radiator + Brakes + AC + Intake + Wiring

[reason]

Got access to a 3D scanner... figured may as well Scan the build in while i still had her taken apart- Should help a bit later down the road.

[sandiegocamaro]

That 3D scanner is awesome! What are you plans for use? Custom interior panels?