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Old Apr 7, 2018 | 09:51 PM
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Hey guys, got a 98' Camaro that I have been working on slowly for some time now. My suspension mods are:
  • bilstein shocks stock springs
  • 9" rear
  • ​BMR torque arm, SFC, LCA, PHB, TA relocation member, LCA relocation brackets
Other mods:
  • lunati 222/228 cam
  • LS6 heads/intake
  • Long tubes and 3" duals
  • 3200 stall
  • Steel driveshaft
  • Makes ~390 wheel hp and 370 wheel torque at 1100 feet, 20% humidity and 95 degrees.
  • MT S/S radials out back and BFG sport comp 2s up front 275/40/17s all around
I haven't ran it at the track yet, going this summer, but I really want to see this car run 11s and run decently on the street. (Meaning I don't want to hate it, it's a pure street car) What would you guys recommend I do next or should I be running 11s easy as is? Thinking about a 25mm rear bar, remove front bar and some afco shocks. I know I can do better with the wheels but I will let them run bald first, then go for skinnies up front. Thanks guys.
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Old Apr 7, 2018 | 10:11 PM
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You should have no problem breaking into the 11's with that setup
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You should have no problem breaking into the 11's with that setup
You think it would be wise to start working on the trans now instead? I'm considering either a 60e rebuild or a 400.
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Originally Posted by Bspeck82
You think it would be wise to start working on the trans now instead? I'm considering either a 60e rebuild or a 400.
Definitely a good idea. You have a nice strong rear now, so building up the trans makes good sense
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