red406

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Thanks! I can't wait to fire it up!

red406

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Time for a small update.

I bolted the converter to the flexplate, installed the starter, and bolted the inspection cover in place.

I bought a larger trans cooler with -6 fittings and ran -6 braided hose to the transmission. I filled the trans with fluid.

I should have everything I need now to run the main power cable. I found some 1/0 gauge wire at my local welding supply shop. Will this be heavy enough?

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yes it will, if it welding cable.

khulsebus

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looks good. can't wait to see it finished.

red406

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neilb

The car looks fantastic! Whoever did the exhaust work did an amazing job of packaging everything up there. Very impressive. Do you have a side photo showing the ground clearance of the exhaust?

red406

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Thanks. I'm very happy with how it turned out. I forgot to get a shot of it when it was on the ground. It's got more ground clearance than it has ever had. I plan to take a few pictures next time it's off the jack stands.

red406

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I finally got to start it this week! I had a fuel leak that I fought with, but finally figured out it was the fuel pump. It is a brand new Holley HP 150 fuel pump. I had a leak that would come and go, but it didn't seem like it was coming from the fittings. After I removed the pump (and made a mess) I found the three bolts that hold the pump together were loose! Using loctight I torqued them to 60 in. lbs. then reinstalled the pump. That fixed it!

I jacked it up, removed the jack stands, and set it down on it's wheels. I started it up and backed it out of the garage to do some cleaning. I had the wife take some video of it too.

red406

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Here's the videos.

red406

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I finished another project this weekend. I rerouted the wiring for the blower motor, and relocated the resistor thing. It was a fun, easy project. I think it turned out pretty good.

TheMonster

This car looks killer!

red406

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Thank you.

TheMonster

I really like the way you have the heater hoses, that really keeps it clean, and out of the way so you can actually work on the motor.

red406

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Heater hoses were always a pain. I used to have them on top of the engine. That didn't look so good.

I cut the barbed ends off of the heater core and soldered on copper 1/2" NPT female fittings I got from the hardware store. I bought two stainless elbows and threaded them into the new fittings on the heater core. That allowed me to run heater hoses straight down behind the engine instead of on top of the intake. I think it looks much better now.

red406

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Not much new to report. I reassembled the front clip back on.

I had to install a MSD start/retard box. I had some trouble with kick-back. No problems anymore.

Looking for a body shop now.

1BADRZ28

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Nice clean install. Definitely a rarity amongst these cars.

BLOWN Z28

Red, thanks so much for all the detailed information on your build. This is exactly what I want to do with my 83 Z, just started cutting! I am going to attempt to do myself and your detail and pics are going to be a great help. By the way great job!
I cant wait to see it completely finished, I will post picks of my process in the comming weeks .
Wes

red406

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Your welcome and good luck with your build! If you need any specific pictures, let me know.

BTW. Welcome to TGO!

BLOWN Z28

Red, what coilovers did you use? spring rate? do you know the frame rail width OD?
what length are your upper and lower links? rod diameter?
thanks wes

red406

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The coilovers are strange engineering, single adjustable. Not sure on the rate.

I can measure the frame and links when I get home from work.

red406

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I got home late... I managed to measure the frame. The outside to outside is 24" and inside to Inside is 20 1/2". (1 3/4" round tube)

I looked under the rear and I saw "125" marked on the coilover spring.

I will have to jack up the car and get under it to measure the links.

red406

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Links are 17 1/4" long. This is the length of the tube with the ends welded in.

BLOWN Z28

thanks Red, i really apreciate it.
Wes

red406

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After calling many body shops (20+), I found a shop. Most shops only want to deal with collision work. I found a place that does early Mustang restorations. I almost didn't even bother to call. Finally, I did. It turns out that they will work on just about anything. The owners came and looked my car over and gave me a quote.

Here we are a week later and the Camaro is on its way to the shop. Should be done in a month or so!

red406

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The rear quarters have been welded up and body work roughed in.

red406

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Car is painted! Should be back in a week or two.

M G Brewer

inspiring!!!

ScottyRock

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Sexy

Davidgou

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I love it!!! The color is sooooo vivid and bright! Plus your engine bay is super clean. Great work man. Congratulations!!!

red406

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85z28kid

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Looking good bud!!! This is what my car will look like soon.

This is exactly how I wanna do my backhalf now if we could get rid of the mud truck projects outta the shop I could get started.

red406

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I hope to bring my car home this weekend. Here is the latest picture.



I worked on the console last night. Fixed a few cracks and striped holes. Not sure if I want to have a radio or not.

85z28kid

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Looking sweet!

Looks like the big tires came factory. Would post some interior shot if you got time please?

red406

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Thanks. Did you want pictures of the interior when it is finished or as it is now?

85z28kid

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Well duh we need progress pics!!!

Lol but no I wanna see what stage it's at since the rest of the car is a 11!!

red406

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Brought the Camaro home yesterday. Looks great!





I started cleaning the door panels and trim. I need to replace the door weatherstrip and the front nose emblem.

I asked the body shop to shave the antenna. I think I'm going to buy a radio delete plate. I used to have a Pioneer stereo, but I never really listened to it.

xpndbl3

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new paintjob looks fantastic!

bigdavesiroc

love the color scheme!!!

articwhiteZ

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Car Looks Good, I like that red.
doing my door weatherstrip, also. picked mine up about about 12 years ago from GM.
(have a small nick) in one of mine. it's been that way from 1992. the car show guys never see it..but, i know it's there. ya know.

red406

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Thanks for the compliments.

I placed and order from Hawks. I bought the door weatherstrip kit and a few other things. I bought some sound deadener from Summit too. I plan to put some inside the door before the door panels go back on.

red406

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All the weatherstriping is done. The hushmat made a big difference in the doors. I layed some on the roof skin also.

WASyL

wow, that's the way i want to have my car done, You did hall of a good job

best regards

yota4runnernut

DAMN, that is one Bad *** ride! Great Work!

red406

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Thanks!

I reinstalled the interior. It's not done but good enough for now. I need to take some pictures.

I hauled it back to the chassis shop to get the 4-link setup on Monday. On Tuesday I drove it for the first time. Drives great. It was hot outside and traffic was bad but I made it home. Only problem I had was the rear brakes. I need to order a residual valve. I had to pump brake pedal twice to get a firm pedal.

This weekend I drove it to the "Salem Super Cruize". Had a great time. It idles great in traffic. Still very streetable. I got a lot of thumbs up's too!

SKELITOR117

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That's pro right there.

red406

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A few shots of the the interior.





Here she is at a car show.

A.Delaney

Where did you get the aluminum upper radiator coolant tube and rubber hoses connecting it?

billybob6110

i dont wanna sound stupid but is the aluminum running from the rad to the thermostat housing for looks or does it actually help keep fluid cooler?

red406

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The stock hose had too many bends. I used this tube and cut sections out of original hose to use as elbows. I guess it was just for looks.

The tube is aluminum. I recycled it from an old patio umbrella pole! Has been working great for years.

PhoenixFirebird

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Excellent build

Let me know if you ever come to Norwalk, best racing surface in the country

But then again, maybe I'm biased?