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Old 03-11-2014, 11:19 AM
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Hey all I would like to introduce the newest member to my Fbody Team! Finally after owning 8+ camaros through the years I have found my way into a WS6 Transam. Low miles, Mint body, 6 speed, Leather, the works!










It's great to be part of the crew. Lots of plans for this puppy to come!
383 stroker LS being transplanted before summer I'll keep pics updated.

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looks clean, congrats. i recently got into my 00' Formula. Its a fun platform for sure!
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Nice score!!
How many miles?
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Looks awesome man! Whats the scoop on this car? Running well?

If this turns into half of the project your caramo is, it will be awesome.
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Nice looking WS6 there... welcome to the family.
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Originally Posted by hardbones
Nice score!!
How many miles?
Thanks man! it has 76000 miles on it!

Originally Posted by Tipnitty
Looks awesome man! Whats the scoop on this car? Running well?

If this turns into half of the project your caramo is, it will be awesome.
Thanks buddy good to hear from you! Well the lowdown is this car had sat in a pavement parking spot for 6 years! Motor fired up like new, it's 6 speed with 76000 miles on it (120,000 km) Leather is mint in it and everything power wise works. Not a spot of rust on it and actually cleaner than my fully restored black camaro which is really impressive. The car was not mechanically touched and is completely bone stock. Not going too crazy with this one but it's getting a 383 stroker like all my other cars haha. Hoping to pull around 480rwhp this time around the block. Just going to do my best to model this car off of the GM High Tech Magazine WS6. Working on a new ss red shell as well that's getting full tubs, through floor subframe connectors and roll cage. The works on that so this one I can just simmer down and cruise around in. I'll keep you posted for sure brother! Now that I have a bird like you we can cruise around if I'm ever up your way!

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Originally Posted by 97camaroguy
Well the lowdown is this car had sat in a pavement parking spot for 6 years!
Probably wanna change those tires out as soon as you get a chance.
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Originally Posted by DrEvyl
Probably wanna change those tires out as soon as you get a chance.
Yeah... I know lol.
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Originally Posted by 97camaroguy
Thanks man! it has 76000 miles on it!



Thanks buddy good to hear from you! Well the lowdown is this car had sat in a pavement parking spot for 6 years! Motor fired up like new, it's 6 speed with 76000 miles on it (120,000 km) Leather is mint in it and everything power wise works. Not a spot of rust on it and actually cleaner than my fully restored black camaro which is really impressive. The car was not mechanically touched and is completely bone stock. Not going to crazy with this one but it's getting a 383 stroker like all my other cars haha. Hoping to pull around 480rwhp this time around the block. Just going to do my best to model this car off of the GM High Tech Magazine WS6. Working on a new ss red shell as well that's getting full tubs, through floor subframe connectors and roll cage. The works on that so this one I can just simmer down and cruise around in. I'll keep you posted for sure brother! Now that I have a bird like you we can cruise around if I'm ever up your way!
That is awesome man! Congrats again on picking a beautiful car. I can't wait to see your build! Swing by my thread and check out my new set up some time.
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Welcome to the flock! Getting my 2000 WS6 was easily the best day of my life. You will have plenty of fun and get a few stares too
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Did you test drive it in that snow before you bought it?
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beautiful car man I have one identical and I love it
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Beautiful Bird! Welcome to the fam/floc
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Congrats on the cool ride.

I guess you know it's true what they asy. "A Camaro looks like it can kick your ***, a Trans Am looks like it's coming over to do it."
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Nice ride man! Congrats!
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Update time for the Birds!

Got her all set up to get the old drivetrain out!


The car is even more mint underneath than I thought it was. Literally no rust whatsoever!!

Motor, Trans, Diff and pretty much everything underneath of the car gutted!


Went ahead and re-undercoated the underneath of the car. Looks just like it rolled off the factory line

New 410 Rear End Installed with Brand new Ground Effects Kit and a new set of 8 way adjustable KYB shocks.





New Poly Bump stops installed for the rear. Modified them a bit so they will clear with my plans to lower the car.




383 Stroker Short Block Back from the machine shop


CNC ported Stage 2 TEA 5.3 Heads with Yella Terra 1.7s paired with a Black Widow Cam that's going to help this puppy make some crazy power this year!
Too excited



More to come soon guys
Got some more goodies to go on so stay tuned

-97camaroguy

Bonus: I rebuilt my t56

Bonusx2: My Corvette Brakes clear the WS6 Rims!!!! WOOO

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Please don't take this the wrong way...but I think I hate you.


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Actually, I'm quite envious. Good luck with the build. Can't wait to see the finished product!!!
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Originally Posted by DOC-Z
Please don't take this the wrong way...but I think I hate you.


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Actually, I'm quite envious. Good luck with the build. Can't wait to see the finished product!!!
Looks like everyone can't love me haha. Thanks man I'll keep you posted for sure!
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Update for you guys!

Everything torqued down and double checked.





Hope you guys like the colour! I think it will compliment the red engine bay nicely.



Better shot in the light.


All the accessories and add-ons will be silver.


Stay tuned and subscribe people!
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Gold block in a red car? A bold move cotton. I'm anxious to see how it looks!

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