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Old 04-07-2018, 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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You should have no problem breaking into the 11's with that setup
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Originally Posted by HCI2000SS
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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