What to buy next for my 68 Camaro

[camaro2nv]

Im marking the next stage in my project. Im 95% sure my boat is sold, that frees up 17k. I havent started a build sheet yet. I just didnt want to get discouraged by it. So far I have bought
Morrison rear clip complete with rear end, gearing ect.
Modded create LS2
Computer and harness
Wheels/tires
Custom Sub frame
Shockwaves
Solid body mounts
I know the 17k isnt going to finish the car but I would like to get it on the ground rolling.
Seems like every time I go to buy a part the price changes. Like the T56 Magnum trans. Its been posted for 3k by a vendor and when I go to order the price changes to 5300.00. My point is its hard to gauge what the next round of parts will cost. So if some of you that have been through this could post thoughts it would be great!
Heres a want list so far
T56 Magnum kit
Z06 brakes with two piece rotors
LS drive kit with AC

[TreySmith]

Fuzzy dice?

[BritishGreen68]

i would get a tranny squared away with clutch/fly etc... Then you can get your motor all together, put it all in get your driveline made and have a finished drivetrain,. Then you can do all the brakes, and accessories for the front of the engine.. my .02

[camaro2nv]

Fuzzy dice?

I wish I was to that point,lol.
Yes the trans will be the next on the list. After that I guess Ill just knock parts off as they come up.

[ProdigyCustoms]

For the LS drive kit, I am in love with the Wegner set up and we are having a little Bull Run special on them. I can do the natural set up for $2000, Black is a few pennies more.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u212/ProdigyCustoms/WAK014Black2.jpg

Obviously the $5300 for the transmission must have been a ready to go complete kit and not a basic kit they advertised. Those set ups can run five grand pretty easy with clutch, hydraulics, etc.

Tobin should be able to handle your Corvette brake package. I think it will be easy to get a hard number from him.

In your list of things you have got already, things I can think of right off you may want and have not mentioned. Popular items. Some of the bigger chunk $$$$$. Some round numbers for complete kits.

Radiator $900
Smoked Glass $750
Power Windows $750
Vintage Air $1100
Tilt Steering $400
Headers $800
Magnaflow Exhaust $500
Fuel System Budget $2000 for stainless tank / pump / filters / hose
Gauges $500 to $800?

Someday I will finish my check list

Call me later if you have questions

[camaro2nv]

Thanks Frank for the list! After seeing it I started shopping for the best prices. Heres a couple I came up with
Aluminum Radiator 67 68 69 Camaro LS1 LS2 DUAL FANS
700.00
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Aluminum-Radiator-67-68-69-Camaro-LS1-LS2-DUAL-FANS_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ65Q3a12Q7c66Q3a2Q 7c39Q3a1Q7c72Q3a1205Q7c293Q3a1Q7c294Q3a50QQ_trksid Zp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem518ab1bd10QQitemZ35021 9255056QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccesso ries
Spectre tank with pump
500.00
Drive kit
2k to 2500.00
As for the trans Frank can you give me a list of parts needed? Would it be cheaper to buy the 3k unit and aftermarket parts separate?
Either way looks like Ill be ordering more parts from you Frank.

[brans72]

Why not Franks Radiator? I am just curious to hear both sides on pros/cons here is all ( I have seen post on pro-touring on that rad). Sounds like you might get a good dent put in your list with 17k buddy! Congrats on the sell :thumbsup:

[camaro2nv]

Hmm I didnt know he had one. The one I posted was one that a member posted a while back. He gave it a good review so I figured why not.

[camaro2nv]

Ok so heres the plan.
5k Trans complete
4k Brakes
Radiator $700
Power Windows $750
Vintage Air $1100
Headers, custom
Tilt Steering $400
Exhaust,Custom
Fuel System, $700.00
Marquez full interior $4k
Drive kit 2500.00
$19150.00
Short -$2150.00
lol
Then add 5k for odds and ends. Oh boy

[tones2SS]

Ok so heres the plan.
5k Trans complete
4k Brakes
Radiator $700
Power Windows $750
Vintage Air $1100
Headers, custom
Tilt Steering $400
Exhaust,Custom
Fuel System, $700.00
Marquez full interior $4k
Drive kit 2500.00
$19150.00
Short -$2150.00
lol
Then add 5k for odds and ends. Oh boy

LOL!!!!:lol:
I hear ya bud!! It just keeps adding UP. Sounds like a good plan though.
GOOD LUCK!:thumbsup:

[brans72]

Double then total and then you got your ending figure :lol:

[camaro2nv]

Double then total and then you got your ending figure :lol:

Lol I hope not. Im doing all the work so I should save a bit:unibrow:

[jhiphopjunky]

Thanks Frank for the list! After seeing it I started shopping for the best prices. Heres a couple I came up with
Aluminum Radiator 67 68 69 Camaro LS1 LS2 DUAL FANS
700.00
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Aluminum-Radiator-67-68-69-Camaro-LS1-LS2-DUAL-FANS_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ65Q3a12Q7c66Q3a2Q 7c39Q3a1Q7c72Q3a1205Q7c293Q3a1Q7c294Q3a50QQ_trksid Zp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem518ab1bd10QQitemZ35021 9255056QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccesso ries
Spectre tank with pump
500.00
Drive kit
2k to 2500.00
As for the trans Frank can you give me a list of parts needed? Would it be cheaper to buy the 3k unit and aftermarket parts separate?
Either way looks like Ill be ordering more parts from you Frank.

I JUST PURCHASED THAT RADIATOR ON EBAY. ALTHOUGH I HAVE NOT RAN IT YET IT LOOKS LIKE A QUALITY PIECE! PERFECT FOR AN LS2 SWAP (I.E. HOSE OUTLET ON THE CORRECT SIDE) THE FIT IS PERFECT PLUS THE FANS AND BUILT IN TRANS COOLER AT $400 LESS THAN OTHER NAME BRAND SETUPS IS A GOOD OPTION! GOOD JOB ON THE RESEARCH:thumbsup:

[brans72]

The ebay Radiator does not look bad at all but I myself would be tempted to ask Frank for a break or maybe run a super special on his radiator :D We all know it is a good thing to suport vendors and most are willing to work with us if you ask them and you never know till you try they might be able to knock say $50-100 off depending on terms or if sold as a GP item just my thoughts. I can tell you this much 99% vendors here know most are on a budget and times can get tight and are willing to help out if you ask hey saving $10 or $20 bucks can help with another part or taking the kids out for ice cream. Brandon

[JamesJ]

Like what was said earlier, What is Franks Radiator? On his site is Ron Davis, a great one but more $$

[brans72]

Search Prodigy Radiator Frank has a Bad Boy radiator setup that is SWEET!

[skatinjay27]

Like what was said earlier, What is Franks Radiator? On his site is Ron Davis, a great one but more $$
here's the radiator thats being refered to.
http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showpost.php4?p=181851&postcount=6

[AALynch]

I JUST PURCHASED THAT RADIATOR ON EBAY. ALTHOUGH I HAVE NOT RAN IT YET IT LOOKS LIKE A QUALITY PIECE! PERFECT FOR AN LS2 SWAP (I.E. HOSE OUTLET ON THE CORRECT SIDE) THE FIT IS PERFECT PLUS THE FANS AND BUILT IN TRANS COOLER AT $400 LESS THAN OTHER NAME BRAND SETUPS IS A GOOD OPTION! GOOD JOB ON THE RESEARCH:thumbsup:

I actually purchased this radiator from Entropy with their wiring kit for the fans about 3 years ago for my LS1 swap - it fell RIGHT in, looks great, the fans are INCREDIBLY STRONG, and all the wiring looks perfect with thick 4 ga. wire(I think it is 4). It has worked perfect with my Camaro, and over the last 500-600 miles, it has never gotten over 195 with up to 95-degree temps outside, and it's got a 160-degree thermostat in it.

Only bads I can see - it stains easily and you have to set up an overlow/catch-can setup for it. I would definetly recommend his wiring kit for it, too - it is sealed up very well, has very long starting lengths, has a nice little fuse box/relay set-up...it makes it a breeze.

Or you could just get Frank's, and probably spend about the same? I paid right at $850 for mine, including all shipping. Plus you support a vendor...

[ProdigyCustoms]

WOW! Thanks guys. Guess I need to send out some commision payments!

[camaro2nv]

Took the guys out today in the boat. He wants it! Looks like Ill be shopping next week! YES!