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Old 08-14-2007, 01:28 AM
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Default Introducing "TRACKDAY", 1968 Camaro

At 23 years old, I am no doubt, a young gun in the lateral-g community. I know some of you have been wrenching on cars for twice as long as I have been alive! So I know, I'm a boy in a man's hobby. But, I'm too busy working on my car to care! I'm cutting my teeth on my first teardown and buildup.

I've been postponing to introduce my project for a while now; I wanted to make sure I had the guts to take the plunge into the money-pit that is pro-touring. However, If you're looking for a high-dollar, frame-off restification, you've come to the wrong place. Besides not having the money, I really don't have the patience or the desire for a 100 point showtouring car. I'm a battle-scar, rock chip kinda guy, and I hope my car will reflect that. I think the name TRACKDAY suits it well, as I truly intend to rip this car up on the track.

As for the buildup, I hope I have the patience to take things slow and not take shortcuts. Yet, I also hope I have the self-control not to get caught up in the hype of having latest and greatest. I also have a "No Bling" rule (although I think I'll make an exception on those carbon fiber spoilers....mmm).

I'm currently installing the following:
Global West Solid body / subframe bushings
Full Global West Suspension, Hotchkis front swaybar.
ATS tall spindles.

Tyler at ATS has been great getting all this stuff to me

Up next:
C5 brake kit from kore3


Well, stay tuned as I slowly and steadily make this car worthy of its namesake:





Thanks!
Steven

P.S. I've been taking plenty of hi-res pictures of my build, so if anyone ever needs any reference pictures, don't hesitate to ask me. Just don't ask me how to put a car together, I suck at it!

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Old 08-14-2007, 03:05 AM
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Good luck man, feels like I´m in the same position, even though I like a little show.....

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Old 08-14-2007, 04:06 AM
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Fantastic plate...
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Old 08-14-2007, 06:58 AM
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I love the plate!

Something to consider: You need to be very careful how you use concrete blocks to support heavy objects such as vehicles. The block located at driver side rear is offering little strength in its current position. If you suddenly loaded that block it would crumble instantly. I like to stay away from using that type of block but if it is all you have do the following:
Make sure the block is laying flat (picture it the way it would be installed in an actual wall) take scrap 2x8 or 2x10 whatever you have and lay it on top. This will help distribute the load over the surface. Also make sure the bottom of the block is making contact along its entire face. No pressure points!

Sorry for the lengthy post, just want you to be safe! When I need to block up, I have a bunch of 6x6 leftover PT stock in various lengths. They will even hold up my 20+ thousand pound Mack! (with a piece of C channel across the top to distribute the weight)

Good luck with your project and make sure you get it done before you have kids!
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Old 08-14-2007, 08:44 AM
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I love the plate!

Something to consider: You need to be very careful how you use concrete blocks to support heavy objects such as vehicles. The block located at driver side rear is offering little strength in its current position. If you suddenly loaded that block it would crumble instantly. I like to stay away from using that type of block but if it is all you have do the following:
Make sure the block is laying flat (picture it the way it would be installed in an actual wall) take scrap 2x8 or 2x10 whatever you have and lay it on top. This will help distribute the load over the surface. Also make sure the bottom of the block is making contact along its entire face. No pressure points!

Sorry for the lengthy post, just want you to be safe! When I need to block up, I have a bunch of 6x6 leftover PT stock in various lengths. They will even hold up my 20+ thousand pound Mack! (with a piece of C channel across the top to distribute the weight)

Good luck with your project and make sure you get it done before you have kids!
Thanks Beegs for the heads-up. The cinderblock is actually only supporting the axle (there's no spring on the car). There's a jackstand right next to it that's holding up the car
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Old 08-14-2007, 08:59 AM
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I know some of you have been wrenching on cars for twice as long as I have been alive!!
Oh man, that hurt ...

Welcome Steven ! Lots of great guys and gals here that will be a great resource for your build. My first car in high school was a 69 Dart 340/4spd - spray can gray primer - NEVER painted it and drove it like I stole it every day. I understand where you're coming from (you youngster... )

Perfect name for your car ! Looking forward to your updates.

Jim (46 years old - old guy)
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Old 08-14-2007, 10:27 AM
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The reincarnation of camaroboy69!!!

BTW sounds like a great plan, keep us updated
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Old 08-14-2007, 11:43 AM
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I wish I was 23............

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Old 08-14-2007, 12:13 PM
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awsome man, im 21 and also have a 68 camaro project. Keep us updated and show the "seasoned " guys around here what us younger guys can do!!
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Old 08-14-2007, 01:42 PM
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I wish I was 23............

John

Not me brother, I was a frickin idiot when I was that age.
I don't think you really start living until you hit 40.


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