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Old 05-12-2013, 10:53 PM
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brake brackets are done! well almost the primary caliper brackets are done just have to fab up some e. brake brackets the drum in rotor thing is just not going to work for me time to come up with a new plan.Name:  IMAG2515_zps576bfda6.jpg
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finished up another video of the front suspension being almost done! moving on to the rear now!

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Looks cool. What kind of compressor and tank setup are you going to use?
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Originally Posted by chuckd71
Looks cool. What kind of compressor and tank setup are you going to use?
still working on that detail yet I am a believer of twin compressors not sure about the tank or tanks yet. should be soon though.
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what a clean car to start with!!!! nice build.
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Originally Posted by Forcepower
what a clean car to start with!!!! nice build.
Thanks for the interest I hope you stay tuned in because there is so much more cool stuff to come.
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wow how time just blows right buy. We have been really trying to get it done it has been coming together a little at a time here are some picts. to bring us up to date a bit.
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oh it has been awhile since we have had a chance to get some work done on the chevelle. just put the be lair away for the winter somewhere else and it looks like the vette is parted and now its time to get cranking on the chevelle.
coming up body coming off,install of hpi customs frame kit,mini tub,rear frame mods,fabricate new fuel tank,fabricate new fuel system,fabricate new twin turbo system and lots lots more. hope to entertain you soon.
stay tuned for more !!
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Wow, what a shop!!! Also nice work on the air system. Any close up shots of the lower airbag purch? Wanted to see how it was mounted.
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Originally Posted by Meangreen1
Wow, what a shop!!! Also nice work on the air system. Any close up shots of the lower airbag purch? Wanted to see how it was mounted.
check out page 4 picts are on that page it is just a plate welded to the bottom a arm.. thanks for taking interest things should start to change fast now that it is back to the top of the priority pile so stay tuned for more to come.
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found this picture the other day. this is right after I bought the car it came eqipped with a 396 big block that was brand new I wanted to buy the car with no motor and the guy just could not comprehend why i did not want the motor it was a 396 and it was dynoed at 377 hp motor dyno with no accessories on the motor .lol I thought to my self iron block and iron heads .I even went so far to start rounding stuff up to make this motor work tell i made a list of costs to upgrade it went something like this.
: 1,200 aluminum heads:
: 3,000 fuel injection,fuel system and gas tank
: 1,000new cam and springs,have block machined for roller cam
: 1,200 air conditioning and brackets
:new dist.,plug wires,ignition system, valve covers, ect.ect
WTF! how about I sell the motor and do another ls. swap make triple the power ,get great milage, loose about 200# of front end weight and drive it all the time! I like this plan better!
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finally getting back to the chevelle! kicking around some ideas for the exhaust trying to use a pair of manifolds but no two are the same and I love symmetry so looks like I either have to make some headers or bite the bullet and order stainless works headers and now its time to pull the body off and fab up the rear frame section also going to be installing a HPI. frame kit.
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Hey Eric! Great build so far! We have LS turbo headers:

http://www.stainlessworks.net/ls1-th...o-headers.html


A great option to save a few bucks for talented guys like you would be to pick up our "Header Builder Kit" which include the following:

(2) 3/8" thick Laser cut flanges (engine to be specified by customer)
(12) J-bends with one 6" long leg & one 12" long leg
(2) 3.500" dia. outlet formed collectors
(2) filler diamonds to connect the tubes together

*We recommend the use of 308L SS welding rod

Click here for more info...


http://www.stainlessworks.net/header...primaries.html
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Originally Posted by StainlessWorks
Hey Eric! Great build so far! We have LS turbo headers:

http://www.stainlessworks.net/ls1-th...o-headers.html


A great option to save a few bucks for talented guys like you would be to pick up our "Header Builder Kit" which include the following:

(2) 3/8" thick Laser cut flanges (engine to be specified by customer)
(12) J-bends with one 6" long leg & one 12" long leg
(2) 3.500" dia. outlet formed collectors
(2) filler diamonds to connect the tubes together

*We recommend the use of 308L SS welding rod

Click here for more info...


http://www.stainlessworks.net/header...primaries.html
LOL. I talked to you guys today and I just sent you guys a email so when you get in tomorrow check your in box I hope to here from you tomorrow!
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Do you remember who you talked to? Did you send the email to my address?
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Originally Posted by StainlessWorks
Do you remember who you talked to? Did you send the email to my address?
George R , is who answered my email.awaiting his response today then place the order.Who is this? I do not remember who I spoke to by phone.
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Originally Posted by StainlessWorks
Do you remember who you talked to? Did you send the email to my address?
George R , is who answered my email.awaiting his response today then place the order.Who is this? I do not remember who I spoke to by phone.
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ok this gets me excited to get on a role with some fab. work!

I bought all my turbo parts from one place called Modern Automotive Performance they were super helpful and knowledgeable and it is also local bought all for the Belair as well great company!

Here is a link to them if your looking for a great company with lots of turbo expertise
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NOW IF I JUST HAD SOME HEADERS THAT WOULD WORK WELL WITH THIS SET UP!
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Looking good...every week I keep checking in to see what you have done.
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Originally Posted by E.rodz
George R , is who answered my email.awaiting his response today then place the order.Who is this? I do not remember who I spoke to by phone.
Sorry, I was out of the office Friday. Have you received a reply from George?


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