Project Orange Krate lives! - NOW AT Comp-Spec

[Steve1968LS2]

Nick Licata's 2nd gen Camaro is a big step closer to being a car again. This is a project car for Camaro Performer's magazine (Project Orange Krate) and we bought the car from the For Sale section of PT.com.

The engine is a 427 small-block that we stole from Super Chevy. I has a Motown block and a somewhat mild cam (for street duties).

Once we get the engine sorted out and a gear vendors installed Nick will be shipping his ride to Pete at Comp-Spec for a LOT of work.

This will include just about everything in the DSE catalog including mini-tubs, subframe, quadra-link and all the cool little widgets they sell.

Also, 1980 called and wants their graphics back so the car will be re-done in fresh orange paint with flat black hockey stripes. We will detail all of this in the book, but we will also post teasers and updates here.

I know Nick can't wait to get he car done. Since he foolishly challenged me to a autocross challenge when the car is done I can't wait either. lol

How it looked when we bought it. I think the price was $7500, which was very fair. The engine was toast and was quickly dubbed "old rod knock"
http://picsorban.com/upload/krate1.jpg

The new 427 ready to go in.
http://picsorban.com/upload/krate2.jpg

Nick and Tim Lee guiding it into place. I would have helped but someone has to take the pictures!
http://picsorban.com/upload/krate3.jpg

[Steve1968LS2]

Here's a video of it running for the first time... I think it's going to be good at burnouts. lol

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[city_ofthe_south]

the overflow bottle on that old rad was awesome. Renderings?

[HRBS]

the overflow bottle on that old rad was awesome.

Oh man... I had to go back and look. LOL
Thats great !

[Rybar]

YES one tire fire! Nice project there Nick! :thumbsup:

[mosconiac]

Is this the camaro that had the flame-throwing zoomies through the hood?

[Nick L]

Is this the camaro that had the flame-throwing zoomies through the hood?

Ha! No,but I know what car you're talking about.

Nick

[Steve1968LS2]

The rendering by Mr. Hermance

http://picsorban.com/upload/o_krate_send.jpg

[awr68]

Very cool! Will are cars be at comp-spec at the same time? Mines on the way as we speek!

[Steve1968LS2]

Very cool! Will are cars be at comp-spec at the same time? Mines on the way as we speek!

We still need to track test ours (it will suck) and install a gear vendors. Will most likely get there as your's is leaving.

[awr68]

Well, some pics together would be pretty cool!

[comp-spec]

The rendering by Mr. Hermance

http://picsorban.com/upload/o_krate_send.jpg

OOOOH YAAA I'M DIGGING IT.. :beavis: THIS IS GOING TO BE AN AWESOME PROJECT

[ArisESQ]

looks a lot like the detroit speed 2nd gen, but thats not a bad thing! i personally would have liked to see a different color, but it looks great either way. i look forward to seeing more on this project.

http://www.detroitspeed.com/images/Projects/DALEJR/dalejr-452L.jpg

[Steve1968LS2]

looks a lot like the detroit speed 2nd gen, but thats not a bad thing! i personally would have liked to see a different color, but it looks great either way. i look forward to seeing more on this project.



Well, it HAS to be orange.. as an homage to the Orange Krate bike in Nick's garage..

Maybe a different shade of orange.. besides, it's not like Dale Jr. came up with the idea first. lol

The graphics should help it stand out a bit. We hope! lol

[city_ofthe_south]

Well, it HAS to be orange.. as an homage to the Orange Krate bike in Nick's garage..

Maybe a different shade of orange.. besides, it's not like Dale Jr. came up with the idea first. lol

The graphics should help it stand out a bit. We hope! lol

Plus, imo a better looking rear spoiler and ditched front spoiler will make it look slick. Not sure about the stripe on the hood but we shall see.

[awr68]

Personaly I like flat hoods on second gens...unless the taller cowl hood is need of course. I go back and forth with the rear spoilers, usually I like the taller of the two...but in this case I like the rendering! And it looks good with no front spoiler too!!

Looks killer!!

[Jr]

Maybe a different shade of orange.. besides, it's not like Dale Jr. came up with the idea first. lol




Be careful not to piss off JR. nation with that statement...

I can't wait to see it around here at some car shows.

[tones2SS]

That is gonna be AWESOME!!!!:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I LOVE the 427!!!
I'll be following this thread closely.
Nice to see Comp-Spec getting some work from the lateral-g community.
When, (and that's a when), I finally get my 69 Camaro SS, I'd like to have Comp-Spec do my work as well.:cheers:

[comp-spec]

That is gonna be AWESOME!!!!:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I LOVE the 427!!!
I'll be following this thread closely.
Nice to see Comp-Spec getting some work from the lateral-g community.
When, (and that's a when), I finally get my 69 Camaro SS, I'd like to have Comp-Spec do my work as well.:cheers:

Alright Man this is definitely going to give you a reason to stop by the shop

[jy211]

I like the orange! Not too sure on the wheels though....still gonna be cool.

[Rybar]

I like the paint scheme, although I've always been a fan of the taller spoilers on 2nd gens. The wheels will look awesome as long as they are 18"

[Nick L]

Alright Man this is definitely going to give you a reason to stop by the shop

For sure Pete, I can't wait to stop by your shop. I'm looking forward to it.


Nick

[waynieZ]

I think the color is perfect for that car I hope to get to see it in person when Pete gets it.

[Nick L]

I like the paint scheme, although I've always been a fan of the taller spoilers on 2nd gens. The wheels will look awesome as long as they are 18"

Ryan, I keep going back and fourth on the rear spoiler. I change my mind every other day, but I can't afford to have Ben redo the rendering every time I change my mind. lol
And the wheels are 18-inches.

Nick

[skatinjay27]

Ryan, I keep going back and fourth on the rear spoiler. I change my mind every other day, but I can't afford to have Ben redo the rendering every time I change my mind. lol
And the wheels are 18-inches.

Nickyes you can! just pay him with coverage. lol

[W5 406ci]

why would you take a car more then 3000 miles for a paint job if there are some riddler award painters in your state?

[tones2SS]

why would you take a car more then 3000 miles for a paint job if there are some riddler award painters in your state?

Because I do believe they are doing A LOT more than just paint. Adding a bunch of DSE products including mini tubs.:thumbsup:

[Steve1968LS2]

why would you take a car more then 3000 miles for a paint job if there are some riddler award painters in your state?

Because Pete could work with us on doing stories of the build. It a pain in the ass for a shop when we have to document everything done on a car. Also, Nick likes Pete's work and wanted to use him.

Besides, it gets sorta boring where every build we do is done by a shop in SoCal.. this should break it up a bit.

[Nick L]

why would you take a car more then 3000 miles for a paint job if there are some riddler award painters in your state?

Like Steve said, there is a lot of work to be done on this car, not just paint.
Pete and the guys at Competition Specialties do top-notch work, and knowing your stuff is in good hands, and the fact that everything will be done right, is pretty damn comforting.
You have to see what comes out of that shop in person. It's the Sh#t!

Nick

[Rybar]

Ryan, I keep going back and fourth on the rear spoiler. I change my mind every other day, but I can't afford to have Ben redo the rendering every time I change my mind. lol
And the wheels are 18-inches.

Nick


Hope you go with polished 18" Fikse's, I like the polished look vs the dark centered look on an orange car.

You can't go wrong with either rear spoiler, I just think spoilers finish of the car somewhat and on 2nd gen's the taller spoiler looks better IMO.

BTW Nick, how's the Captain doing? :lol:

[awr68]

I typically like the taller spoilers too....I know Scott would disagree though!

[Steve1968LS2]

Hope you go with polished 18" Fikse's, I like the polished look vs the dark centered look on an orange car.

You can't go wrong with either rear spoiler, I just think spoilers finish of the car somewhat and on 2nd gen's the taller spoiler looks better IMO.

BTW Nick, how's the Captain doing? :lol:

Considering the polished ones are already stacked up in Nick's office I would say there's a good chance you will get your wish.

I like the shorter one better.. the tall one looks so "disco".

But that's just me and it's not like I dislike the tall one. I know Nick is going back and forth on it. (oh, the agony)

[tones2SS]

Because Pete could work with us on doing stories of the build. It a pain in the ass for a shop when we have to document everything done on a car. Also, Nick likes Pete's work and wanted to use him.

Besides, it gets sorta boring where every build we do is done by a shop in SoCal.. this should break it up a bit.

YES YES!!!!:cheers: :cheers:

[Nick L]

Hope you go with polished 18" Fikse's, I like the polished look vs the dark centered look on an orange car.

You can't go wrong with either rear spoiler, I just think spoilers finish of the car somewhat and on 2nd gen's the taller spoiler looks better IMO.

BTW Nick, how's the Captain doing? :lol:

Ryan, the Captain is tucked away. Although it's been cracked opened, I only indulge every other day now. :cheers:

[67ragtp]

Please choose the shorter spoiler, the alore of the 70-1/2 along with the subtle look at the back of the car- its perfect. Although I had a front seat at year one when Nick drove the twist machine car off the course- he may need the additional down force of the larger spoiler :lol: :lol: Great project, looking forward to seeing it- Rich

[skatinjay27]

i have a short spoiler on mine but i like the tall also, and i really like the treatment dse did to the one on dales car...
but to avoid the decision i say have pete make you on like steveo used to sell! that would look sweet.

[Nick L]

Please choose the shorter spoiler, the alore of the 70-1/2 along with the subtle look at the back of the car- its perfect. Although I had a front seat at year one when Nick drove the twist machine car off the course- he may need the additional down force of the larger spoiler :lol: :lol: Great project, looking forward to seeing it- Rich

Great point Rich! I'm going to need all the down force I can get. I didn't mind taking Steve's car for a little 4X4 excursion; but my ride...I think not.:D

That's another reason I'm keeping the car orange; the cones are the same color. Rupp will have a harder time keeping track on how many I wipe out in a given day.

Nick

[wickedridz]

look ...... take it easy on the bottle.......that was a left over from when i bought the car.............lol i am the previouse owner of nicks new ride......and i cant wait for the ride in it i was promised nick!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!by the way.......................barry says hi .............

[Nick L]

look ...... take it easy on the bottle.......that was a left over from when i bought the car.............lol i am the previouse owner of nicks new ride......and i cant wait for the ride in it i was promised nick!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!by the way.......................barry says hi .............

Hey Garrett,
it took us long enough, but we finally got something going with this thing.
As promised, you'll be one of the first...

Tell Barry and everyone at SRRC "Hey" for me.

Wait 'till you see what we have going with "Rod Knock," the engine it came with...fun stuff.

Nick

[G-Body]

Sweet project love to see more of these years of camaros awesome:thumbsup:

[Rybar]

Ryan, the Captain is tucked away. Although it's been cracked opened, I only indulge every other day now. :cheers:

YES! The Captain has been cracked! :cheers: I've gone through many bottles these last few months. That stuff is just waaaaay too easy to drink :lol: I've also converted alot of my friends who were strictly Grey Goose snobs :yes:

I wonder if you should do a poll on tall vs short spoilers? I bet it would come out at 50-50

And I hope those Fikse's are a nice 12 or 13" wide in the rear with a deep lip :thumbsup:

[Rybar]

BTW, look at how SICK these look in a full polish. :hail: Sorry I think u take away alot of the look when you paint the centers dark:

http://www.detroitspeed.com/images/Projects/DALEJR/dalejr-170L.jpg

http://www.detroitspeed.com/images/Projects/DALEJR/dalejr-169L.jpg

http://www.detroitspeed.com/images/Projects/DALEJR/dalejr-171L.jpg

[Nick L]

BTW, look at how SICK these look in a full polish. :hail: Sorry I think u take away alot of the look when you paint the centers dark:

http://www.detroitspeed.com/images/Projects/DALEJR/dalejr-170L.jpg

http://www.detroitspeed.com/images/Projects/DALEJR/dalejr-169L.jpg

http://www.detroitspeed.com/images/Projects/DALEJR/dalejr-171L.jpg

I agree Ryan,
I'm keepin' em polished. And that's about right on the size too.
I like the idea of a tall vs. short spoiler poll.

Nick

[comp-spec]

I like the idea of a tall vs. short spoiler poll.

Nick

I'II START ..... SHORT!!!!!!!!!!!!

[MtotheIKEo]

tall!

[radrambler]

SHORT

im with pete
MORE SUBTLE ...short

radrambler

[Nick L]

I'II START ..... SHORT!!!!!!!!!!!!

Well then it's settled...

Nick

[cmraman]

Well then it's settled...

Nick

SHORT

[syborg tt]

short

tall may look like your trying to over compensate for something

[Nick L]

short

tall may look like your trying to over compensate for something

According to those who saw me drive the autocross at the Year One Experience, I could use all the downforce I can get. :yes:

I'm not going to touch the over compensation comment...lol

Nick

[Steve1968LS2]

Not like my vote counts.. but SHORT!


Besides, you don't want to copy Jr. :lol:

[130fe]

Another vote for SHORT.

[OLDFLM]

Short

[Ummgawa]

short

[Rybar]

My vote: TALL

[skatinjay27]

ill play:short!

[ArisESQ]

tall!

although i haven't seen a lot of short ones.

[slck6t9]

I'm in: TALL

[HRBS]

My 2 cents (actually only worth 1.5 in this economy):

If you run the full front spoiler then the TALL rear would proportionally balance the overall look.

If you arent running the front spoiler then the SMALL lower profile would fit best with an overall subtle look.

[1970cuda]

short short short short. Did I mention I like the short spoiler?

[Steve1968LS2]

short short short short. Did I mention I like the short spoiler?

I missed that.. which one do you like?

[Tom.A]

I vote for the tall

[tones2SS]

I like the tall as well.
Nothing wrong with having a tall spoiler if you can back it up.
And I'm sure this car will be able to back it up and then some. TALL!!!!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[Steve1968LS2]

The Camaro is on it's way back east to Competition Specialties in MA.. Pete's gonna really work it over!

http://i44.tinypic.com/2eydf6c.jpg

http://i44.tinypic.com/29l1pqq.jpg

[tones2SS]

AWESOME!!!!!
Pete and his crew can do it all. Not only is KARMA getting the treatment, now ORANGE KRATE is coming to town!!!:hail: :thumbsup:

[Nick L]

I think we got all the stuff inside. Those Fikse wheels are soooo wide, we could only fit three inside and one in the truck.
Hey Pete, there's stuff all over the place in that thing.

Nick

[awr68]

Very cool! Glad to see the day finally came for ya Nick!!

What tires are you going to run?

[Steve1968LS2]

Very cool! Glad to see the day finally came for ya Nick!!

What tires are you going to run?

I'm pretty sure he will be running BFG KDWs..

[Jr]

Steve,
Did you load that car in the middle of orangethrope? If so, nice. Will this build up be in Camaro Performers?

David

[Nick L]

Steve,
Did you load that car in the middle of orangethrope? If so, nice. Will this build up be in Camaro Performers?

David

Actually we loaded it on Placentia Ave., right in front of the office. Steven did almost get hit by a couple of cars, but I didn't care, just so long he got the shot.:D

Nick

[comp-spec]

I got the call today, Nicks car will be here Wendsday

[Nick L]

I got the call today, Nicks car will be here Wendsday

Sweeeeet!

Nick

[comp-spec]

They were in New York car will be here tomorrow

[Steve1968LS2]

Damn... the suspense is KILLING us...

[Nick L]

They were in New York car will be here tomorrow

Thanks for the update Pete.

Let us know first thing when it gets there.

[comp-spec]

Damn... the suspense is KILLING us...

You, my guys were looking out the windows all day

[awr68]

You, my guys were looking out the windows all day

They should have been washing the truck and trailer.......:unibrow:

[Nick L]

You, my guys were looking out the windows all day

I imagine it won't be long before they're sick of it and want it the hell out of there...;)

Nick

[comp-spec]

Orange Krate is in the shop :thumbsup:
Going to set up for a show, will do pics later

[GMracer]

:willy:

[Nick L]

Orange Krate is in the shop :thumbsup:
Going to set up for a show, will do pics later

Hey Pete,
did all the wheels inside the car show up?
There should have been about four of them.:D If you can't find the last one, it's in the trunk under the blanket.

Talk to you later,

Nick L.

[tones2SS]

Orange Krate is in the shop :thumbsup:
Going to set up for a show, will do pics later

SWEET!!!
First KARMA, now ORANGE KRATE!!!:hail:

[awr68]

Good to hear it made it! Pete's going to be pretty busy this spring!! :thumbsup:

[Steve1968LS2]

:ttiwop:

[comp-spec]

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro01.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro03.jpg
All 4 wheels are here

[Spiffav8]

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro01.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro03.jpg
All 4 wheels are here

Nothing better than a cool car showing up stuffed full of new parts!!! :D

[syborg tt]

okay - so what is the plan - please share.

Did I mention that I'm pumped that you guys are doing the build.

:woot: :cheers:

[comp-spec]

okay - so what is the plan - please share.

To take out Bad Penny :evil:

[Steve1968LS2]

okay - so what is the plan - please share.

Did I mention that I'm pumped that you guys are doing the build.

:woot: :cheers:

Ok.. it's guessing time... let's play a game...

This will sum up most of the build...

_ _ _ _ _ _ _

_ _ _ _ _

_ _ _

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _


Would anyone like to buy a vowel? lol

[Steve1968LS2]

To take out Bad Penny :evil:


:rofl:

Orange Krate --> :beathorse <-- Penny

[syborg tt]

To take out Bad Penny :evil:


I really wanted to come up with something really "witty" but I just can't

you win

wella actually i did come up with something funny but Steve is to nice of a guy to pick on.


:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[comp-spec]

I believe we are giving it the DSE works
Complete top to bottom do over. 427 sb, carbed, auto
Mild body mods, show car fit and finish, beat to death on the track
I've been talking with Nick over the last year about this car.
We're pretty honored that Nick choose to let us do his car. She going to be bad ass

[comp-spec]

I really wanted to come up with something really "witty" but I just can't

you win

wella actually i did come up with something funny but Steve is to nice of a guy to pick on.


:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

I couldn't help it, it was there :lol:
I thought this would get them talking in the office

[syborg tt]

I couldn't help it, it was there :lol:
I thought this would get them talking in the office

No really I thought magazine guy's only wrote articles. I didn't know they could talk. :unibrow:

interesting concept

Seems to be the same as you have the perfect Face for Radio if you ask me.

[Steve1968LS2]

No really I thought magazine guy's only wrote articles. I didn't know they could talk. :unibrow:

interesting concept

Seems to be the same as you have the perfect Face for Radio if you ask me.

Hey, don't you have a truck to not finish? :lol:

Orange Krate --> :lolhit: <-- Penny

So many appropriate smilies.. lol


Actaully I can't wait to see this car get reborn, Nick deserves a decent ride (that isn't a Furd).

[Nick L]

I believe we are giving it the DSE works
Complete top to bottom do over. 427 sb, carbed, auto
Mild body mods, show car fit and finish, beat to death on the track
I've been talking with Nick over the last year about this car.
We're pretty honored that Nick choose to let us do his car. She going to be bad ass

Yep, Orange Krate will have the DSE treatment front, back and in-between. It's been a long time comin', and I know this is going to be one bad hot rod.
Normally, I wouldn't ship a car across the county to have just anyone build this project, but in the past we've done work in the magazine with Pete and the guys at Competition Specialties. I can't say enough about their professionalism and craftsmanship. I've seen some cars Pete has done in person -- we're talking totally sick.
No doubt we'll be seeing a very special car come out of that shop.

Now, what's this little rival that someone seems to be dreaming up between Bad Penny and Orange Krate?
It will be a while before we get to that, but I can guarantee there is going to be some drama.

Nick

[tones2SS]

Yep, Orange Krate will have the DSE treatment front, back and in-between. It's been a long time comin', and I know this is going to be one bad hot rod.
Normally, I wouldn't ship a car across the county to have just anyone build this project, but in the past we've done work in the magazine with Pete and the guys at Competition Specialties. I can't say enough about their professionalism and craftsmanship. I've seen some cars Pete has done in person -- we're talking totally sick.
No doubt we'll be seeing a very special car come out of that shop.

Now, what's this little rival that someone seems to be dreaming up between Bad Penny and Orange Krate?
It will be a while before we get to that, but I can guarantee there is going to be some drama.

Nick

That is AWESOME!!! I am sure this car is going to turn out sick.
That is saying VOLUMES about Pete and his crew. I cannot wait to see both Karma and Orange Krate completed!!:thumbsup: :hail:

[caper150]

:rofl:

Orange Krate --> :beathorse <-- Penny

:rofl:

I can only imangine how it'll look when it's done.

[syborg tt]

Hey, don't you have a truck to not finish? :lol:

lol - no i actually working on a camaro so i can get in your magazine.

kenny's working on the truck.

[Steve1968LS2]

lol - no i actually working on a camaro so i can get in your magazine.

kenny's working on the truck.


Dibs on the Camaro!


I expected Pete to have the Krate blown apart and in primer by now. lol

[David Pozzi]

Nick,
I can't wait to see how this one turns out! :thumbsup:
You are going to have some fun with this one!

[Nick L]

Nick,
I can't wait to see how this one turns out! :thumbsup:
You are going to have some fun with this one!

No doubt Dave.
This is going to be a great project.
I think a big part of the fun will be watching the transformation.

Nick

[tones2SS]

No doubt Dave.
This is going to be a great project.
I think a big part of the fun will be watching the transformation.

Nick

I agree!!!
I'd like to see the DSE treatment!:bow:

[tony byram]

I agree, seeing Orange Crate get the DSE treatment will be a geat article! Alot of second -gen owners would like to see that phase of the build.:thumbsup: Keep us posted, and more pics too!

[Nick L]

I agree, seeing Orange Crate get the DSE treatment will be a geat article! Alot of second -gen owners would like to see that phase of the build.:thumbsup: Keep us posted, and more pics too!

We'll be running the whole build in Camaro Performers, so make sure your subscription is up to date.
We've seen a lot of first-gens with the DSE stuff, so this is going to be great for the second-gen guys.

Nick L

[comp-spec]

I expected Pete to have the Krate blown apart and in primer by now. lol


We were away this weekend for a show, so we didn't quite get to primer yet. :unibrow:

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro04.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro05.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro06.jpg

[jy211]

I hope you don't put a rear spoiler on the back..:D

[Nick L]

We were away this weekend for a show, so we didn't quite get to primer yet. :unibrow:



Pete, at this pace, you oughta be done by late next week.:lol:

Nick

[awr68]

Ready for the DSE parts!! :thumbsup:

[comp-spec]

We got the DSE parts in a couple weeks ago. Here's a few pics of the sub frame. We also got the complete rear suspension with housing axles center chuck, mini-tubs and frame connectors.

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro07.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro08.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro09.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro10.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro11.jpg

[comp-spec]

a few more pics....

http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro12.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro13.jpg

and the wheels/tires
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro14.jpg
http://www.competition-specialties.com/images/71camaro/71camaro15.jpg

[Steve1968LS2]

That stuff is way too nice for a hack like Licata.. sent it over to my shop!

lol

We are working on an LS drivetrain.. you need to have Nicks car ready by the next editors challenge.. :unibrow:

[comp-spec]

That stuff is way too nice for a hack like Licata..
you need to have Nicks car ready by the next editors challenge.. :unibrow:

:yes:

[Steve1968LS2]

Oh, and by "ready" I meant ready for a beat down.. :rofl:

JK.. we are fully prepared to take the 1-2 spots next year.. the questions who will fall where.. :)

[bulldog19]

LS for Orange Crate? Was this always the plan?

[tones2SS]

MAN?!?! Very nice. Note to self - Must...have...DSE!!!:cheers:
Orange Krate is getting the DSE Quadra-link as well correct? Any pics of that Pete? THANKS!:thumbsup:

[Nick L]

MAN?!?! Very nice. Note to self - Must...have...DSE!!!:cheers:
Orange Krate is getting the DSE Quadra-link as well correct? Any pics of that Pete? THANKS!:thumbsup:

Quadra-link is there as well.

Pete, as soon as Chuck gets back from Louisville, we'll work on a game plan to get started.
Thanks for posting the pics.


Nick L.

[70rs]

Quadra-link is there as well.

Pete, as soon as Chuck gets back from Louisville, we'll work on a game plan to get started.
Thanks for posting the pics.


Nick L.

Nick, as a second gen owner I am really looking forward to seeing this go together. I am just starting my build as well and the more second gens the better!:cheers:

[camaro2nv]

Freakin A! Im lovin it. Keep the updates coming.:woot:

[WILWAXU]

That's going to be a cool car! :thumbsup:

[Rybar]

Sweet parts Nick, those wheels are my favs. :thumbsup:

[awr68]

Kick ass! Going to be an awesome ride Nick! :thumbsup:

[Steve1968LS2]

Kick ass! Going to be an awesome ride Nick! :thumbsup:

As soon as we get that damn Karma car done we can start this one... :lol:

[Nick L]

Sweet parts Nick, those wheels are my favs. :thumbsup:

Hey Ryan,
I'm diggin' 'em too.
I think they're gonna look sweet on this car.

N

[awr68]

As soon as we get that damn Karma car done we can start this one... :lol:

LOL!! Soon!! Real soon!! :unibrow:

[Northeast Rod Run]

I saw one of the latest pics they posted of the car on Facebook. I think it is giving me an excuse to go visit the guys at comp speciaties tomorrow morning before work (if i can get up early enough after I work until 3:00AM tonight)

[awr68]

Take some pics for us!!!

[Musclerodz]

Take some pics for us!!!

Admit it, your hoping for an off camera shot of your car aren't ya.:thumbsup:

[awr68]

Admit it, your hoping for an off camera shot of your car aren't ya.:thumbsup:

.............yes :D

[Northeast Rod Run]

Hey Pete no pressure, but now that Karma is gone how about doing some occasional Orange Crate updates on here:yes:

Then again don't you excel when you're under pressure?:unibrow:

[Steve1968LS2]

Hey Pete no pressure, but now that Karma is gone how about doing some occasional Orange Crate updates on here:yes:

Then again don't you excel when you're under pressure?:unibrow:

Lots of work has been happening on the Krate.. just not much posted here. :)

Go to www.camaroperformers.com and you can find a bunch of tech stories.

The DSE suspension is in place and this week I build the 416 stroker LS3 for her.

The next big step is paint..

[waynieZ]

Hey Steve is the engine going to be installed in Cali. or is Pete installing it?

[dave96dcm]

What happened? Is the car done?

[Steve1968LS2]

Making progress.. the body is looking good and we just mated the 416 LS3 stroker to the DSE subframe. Pete over at Comp Specialties is doing a killer job. Also bolted on the Hurst Driveline Conversion's TKO-600 and Centerforce clutch.

Lots of bodywork was needed, sort of slowed the project down, but it's moving much faster now.

http://i39.tinypic.com/5n97gy.jpg

[tones2SS]

Nice to see the update. I remember seeing this car in the shop before it was started. Can't wait to see the finished product!

[Autokraft]

Making progress.. the body is looking good and we just mated the 416 LS3 stroker to the DSE subframe. Pete over at Comp Specialties is doing a killer job. Also bolted on the Hurst Driveline Conversion's TKO-600 and Centerforce clutch.

Lots of bodywork was needed, sort of slowed the project down, but it's moving much faster now.

http://i39.tinypic.com/5n97gy.jpg

Steve what brand headers are those?

[Rybar]

Thanks for the update Steve, I'm sure Nick is stoked :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks for getting me in trouble! When I stood up after seeing this car porn my wife asked what I was looking at to get so excited. When I told her it was an engine I don't think she believed me. :drool:
That looks sweet!! Very nice guys.

[syborg tt]

Man that looks so nice.

Making progress.. the body is looking good and we just mated the 416 LS3 stroker to the DSE subframe. Pete over at Comp Specialties is doing a killer job. Also bolted on the Hurst Driveline Conversion's TKO-600 and Centerforce clutch.

Lots of bodywork was needed, sort of slowed the project down, but it's moving much faster now.

http://i39.tinypic.com/5n97gy.jpg

[Nick L]

Steve what brand headers are those?

Those are Lemons headers.

Nick

[onelapduster]

That whole suspension and engine/trans setup is a thing of beauty!

[Nick L]

Here's the latest on Project Orange Krate.
I have to send major "props" to Pete at Competition Specialties in Walpole, MA. for keeping this project alive. As you can see here, he has put every ounce of his heart and soul into this car. I have to give a shout out to Chuck Vranas who has been doing an excellent job of capturing the build for every article in Camaro Performers magazine. Thus far the project has taken over two years and the attention to detail is paying off dramatically.
Those Lateral-g wheels from Boze make the car look absolutely fantastic and the stance comes by way of the DSE subframe and QUADRALink rear suspension system.
I have to thank Zak and Larry for building such a killer-looking wheel.
Keep following along in the magazine as this project is really starting to come together.
http://www.nitroactive.net/Socialmedia/stance.JPG

Nick L.

[coolwelder62]

Look's good.But I think we have too many Orange 2nd. gen's here.:rofl: :rofl:

[Nick L]

We'll have to get them all together for a photo shoot...

Nick

[Ron in SoCal]

Nick that stance is perfect. Congrats Sir....:cheers:

[waynieZ]

It sure does look good...

[70rs]

Awesome Nick!

[Nick L]

http://www.nitroactive.net/Socialmedia/1112_ok_front.JPG
Had to share another shot. This time the front with the Auto Rad radiator and core support and RS nose from Classic Ind.

Nick

[Rybar]

Gotta help advertise the wheels named after this site:

http://www.nitroactive.net/Socialmedia/stance.JPG

Looks pretty sick Nick.... did I just coin a new nick name lol??

[MaxHarvard]

Love it! Great project :)

[Nick L]

Gotta help advertise the wheels named after this site:

Looks pretty sick Nick.... did I just coin a new nick name lol??

Ryan, you may be on to something....

Nick

[tones2SS]

Car looks great!
Pete showed me the BAER brakes for Orange Krate sometime ago. MASSIVE!

[syborg tt]

Nick the car looks awesome you have to be very happy. I also enjoy reading all of the articles on the car.

Got a quick question. What size tires are you guys running on the car ?



Here's the latest on Project Orange Krate.
I have to send major "props" to Pete at Competition Specialties in Walpole, MA. for keeping this project alive. As you can see here, he has put every ounce of his heart and soul into this car. I have to give a shout out to Chuck Vranas who has been doing an excellent job of capturing the build for every article in Camaro Performers magazine. Thus far the project has taken over two years and the attention to detail is paying off dramatically.
Those Lateral-g wheels from Boze make the car look absolutely fantastic and the stance comes by way of the DSE subframe and QUADRALink rear suspension system.
I have to thank Zak and Larry for building such a killer-looking wheel.
Keep following along in the magazine as this project is really starting to come together.
http://www.nitroactive.net/Socialmedia/stance.JPG

Nick L.

[Nick L]

Nick the car looks awesome you have to be very happy. I also enjoy reading all of the articles on the car.

Got a quick question. What size tires are you guys running on the car ?

335 out back...

Nick

[DOOM]

335 out back...

Nick

Ya a real mans tire Marty............:D

[OLDFLM]

Marty and I are starting a 2-9-5 club! :thumbsup:

[DIGI-TAILS]

Awesome Project!!! whats 2-9-5 stand for? lol

[syborg tt]

Awesome Project!!! whats 2-9-5 stand for? lol

295 40 18 - old school not to big not to small.

[XLexusTech]

Hey now https://instagram.com/p/BI1HJFsA7Td/

https://instagram.com/p/BIsVFaYgrXn/

[syborg tt]

Awesome !!!


Hey now https://instagram.com/p/BI1HJFsA7Td/

https://instagram.com/p/BIsVFaYgrXn/

[Spiffav8]

Car turned out great! Pete and the crew did a great job!!