LS1 '69 Camaro Swap
02-23-2011, 10:25 PM
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Mounted the Billet wheels today.
Now that the camaro is finally on the ground, the suspension will be adjusted up about an inch or so.
Removed the front bumper to do some adjustments.
Finally made my decision on the seats. Will be using F-body seats with some upholstery upgrades to match the interior. No shock factor here on the seat styling, but will have power six position adjustable and the lumbar support required.
Now that the camaro is finally on the ground, the suspension will be adjusted up about an inch or so.
Removed the front bumper to do some adjustments.
Finally made my decision on the seats. Will be using F-body seats with some upholstery upgrades to match the interior. No shock factor here on the seat styling, but will have power six position adjustable and the lumbar support required.
02-24-2011, 01:00 PM
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I agree with Snow, great wheels/tire combo. Care to share the brand/model/tire size? I am jealous that you 69 camaro owners get to "tuck" your wheels/tires with a smaller wheel, looks sweet! my 67 has round wheel openings, need to lower car more to get the same effect... Looks good!
02-24-2011, 01:16 PM
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Man thats awesome. Love the orange w/ white stripes. I was thinking about doing a LS1 in my '67 Chevy II. Found your thread in the search. Nice looking ride for sure. Seeing it REALLY makes me want to do it. lol
02-24-2011, 06:30 PM
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Thanks for the compliments guys.
The wheel specifications are:
Billet Specialties Rally Rims
17 x 8, 5.0 BS, 5 x 4.75 BP
17 x 9.5, 5.5 BS, 5 x 4.75 BP
Nitto NT-555 Wheels
245 / 45 / 17 front
275 / 40 / 17 rear
Acorn Lugs "not currently installed or pictured, still waiting on delivery"
7/16 RH 20 E.T
Here is the link
http://www.billetspecialties.com/ite...id=1090&rdir=1
The wheel specifications are:
Billet Specialties Rally Rims
17 x 8, 5.0 BS, 5 x 4.75 BP
17 x 9.5, 5.5 BS, 5 x 4.75 BP
Nitto NT-555 Wheels
245 / 45 / 17 front
275 / 40 / 17 rear
Acorn Lugs "not currently installed or pictured, still waiting on delivery"
7/16 RH 20 E.T
Here is the link
http://www.billetspecialties.com/ite...id=1090&rdir=1
02-28-2011, 09:06 PM
#52
If I didnt own the 69 I have I would definately own a 70-73. Metal bumpers and that killer tail light panel with the rally sport nose on them, awesome!!! Even though there are some beautiful 74-81 Camaros out there I believe they ought to be catergorized like this:
67-68
69
70-73
74-81
82-92
93-97
98-02
of course the 2010-2011
Not taking away from the picture as it would be hard to round all of those years up for a photo shoot. I think it is cool as all to have friends with a common interest with a common car in sort of the same color. And to have them all in one place on a given night for a picture, sweet!
67-68
69
70-73
74-81
82-92
93-97
98-02
of course the 2010-2011
Not taking away from the picture as it would be hard to round all of those years up for a photo shoot. I think it is cool as all to have friends with a common interest with a common car in sort of the same color. And to have them all in one place on a given night for a picture, sweet!
03-02-2011, 08:04 PM
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Yeah, I definitely like the 70-73 "missing in pic" as well, cool car.
So I finally took the 69 out for a drive tonight after work, and all I can say is wow, an absolute dream to drive. Will take a video once weather is more favorable. Couldn't be happier with the stance.
One thing I noticed about the drive, but very minimal, was the slight slack in the used 3rd gen Iroc steering box which was installed. This car deserves something new or refurbished. I was thinking something like the Cardone Remanufactured Steering Box.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AAZ-27-6550
Has anyone had any experience with this unit?
So I finally took the 69 out for a drive tonight after work, and all I can say is wow, an absolute dream to drive. Will take a video once weather is more favorable. Couldn't be happier with the stance.
One thing I noticed about the drive, but very minimal, was the slight slack in the used 3rd gen Iroc steering box which was installed. This car deserves something new or refurbished. I was thinking something like the Cardone Remanufactured Steering Box.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AAZ-27-6550
Has anyone had any experience with this unit?
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03-13-2011, 08:35 AM
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Went to a local show yesterday and now may reconsider my choice of seats after seeing these in a 69 Camaro on display. I could not find the owner while I was there. Does anyone know where I could find a set of covers like these. They looked custom though with extra padding in place.
03-13-2011, 11:33 AM
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I dont know who made those seats as those ar not the original frames. I did however see a guy on here that used BMW M3 front seats that looked great in his 69 Firebird vert. Do a search for a 69 t/a vert and you will see. He used a complete GTO interior inside his 69 Firebird including the back seat. It is white with blue stripes, awesome car.
I love the side shot with the new wheels!! Clean car and a great build. Job well done!!!
I love the side shot with the new wheels!! Clean car and a great build. Job well done!!!
03-25-2011, 04:34 PM
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I like the suspension kit.
How does it handle wheel hop if you get on it?
Also, does the car handle much tighter then the conventional leaf springs?
Any info would be great. I am liking that kit that you installed.
Adam
How does it handle wheel hop if you get on it?
Also, does the car handle much tighter then the conventional leaf springs?
Any info would be great. I am liking that kit that you installed.
Adam