My 69 Camaro, "Project Stance"

[Spiffav8]

Dang! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[LS3 HQ]

Awesome work. I'm not sure if you already mentioned it but are you doing all this extra fab work because of the lower than normal ride height your going for or did it need to be done. I've got a full track time kit from Speedtech yet to fit to my 69 Camaro and would like stance like your going to have.
Cheers

Luke

[waynieZ]

Awesome fab skills!

[DFRESH]

Awesome work. I'm not sure if you already mentioned it but are you doing all this extra fab work because of the lower than normal ride height your going for or did it need to be done. I've got a full track time kit from Speedtech yet to fit to my 69 Camaro and would like stance like your going to have.
Cheers

Luke


Luke, sorry for the delayed response. Fab 53 is doing this extra work on the setup due to the desired stance I like. In order to have the car sit as low as I like, and to have the suspension fully functional (articulation, travel, etc), the large amount of Fab work was necessary. You will really love your Speedtech kit---I have the road assault kit on the front of mine and it works killer.

Doug

[67zo6Camaro]

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[GregWeld]

That's "hot rodding"....


It's like my '32 -- I'd never heard of a "stub axle" -- now I'm an expert in their replacement!


HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[chr2002ca]

Kinda wonder about the quality assurance at Speedway Engineering when both seals leak badly on a simple drive around the block after install. Is that the first setup they ever sold? That's got to be very frustrating to both you and Doug, and it's extra money for Doug due to labor costs. Sucks you have to pull the whole rear just to replace some seals. Hopefully we'll see you on the road soon Doug. You mentioned earlier that Ron's Dead Pool '69 has the same rear. Hopefully he doesn't encounter the same issue.

Doug, thanks again for firing up the 1700HP green beast at the Orange County show. You should've been selling clean pairs of underwear next to it. You'd have made a fortune. Un-freakin-real. :thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

I was concerned too Chris and spoke to Doug about it. Outside of Blake's Nova which doesn't have any issues, Doug has one of the very first units. Doug's axles and seals and just a bit different than my set up. Speedway has a good plan I think and the rear should be up and running pretty quick.

:cheers:

[Swain]

Looks great. Thing is going to sit low. Jealous:thumbsup:

[67zo6Camaro]

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[GregWeld]

D & D ----- If it's not a Camaro they don't recognize it.



HAHAHAHAHAHA



Glad you guys all got together! That's the best part of LAT G!

[Sieg]

Glad you guys all got together! That's the best part of LAT G!
+1 :lateral:

[tones2SS]

A couple of Ford lovers showing their true colors.
http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Rob%20FE%2069%20Torino/IMG_6147_zpse45c7bdd.jpg

I thought EVERYONE was a Ford lover deep down inside?!?
:D :thumbsup:

[Vegas69]

Traitors

[DFRESH]

Traitors

Indeed. LOL.

[DFRESH]

Was great to see the often mentioned Torino. The thing looks sick at its ride height---and as DG said "This thing is only days away from running". :lmao:

We had a great time---always fun when a bunch of Lat G bro's get together to hang out---especially when none of them have cars that run. You should have heard how fast they all were yesterday. :ohsnap:

D

[Cris@JCG]

Looking forward to seeing your first LS conversion in a Ford Brett! :stirthepot:

A couple of Ford lovers showing their true colors.

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Rob%20FE%2069%20Torino/IMG_6147_zpse45c7bdd.jpg

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Rob%20FE%2069%20Torino/IMG_6148_zps07fb084e.jpg

:hello:

[Vegas69]

What did it cost him to rent the Wide Load crew for the trip?

[GregWeld]

The hell with their non-running cars..... All three of them should hit up WalMart for some new clothes!

[Matt@BOS]

The hell with their non-running cars..... All three of them should hit up WalMart for some new clothes!

I know it has probably been a while since you were a proletarian car builder, but, sometimes car building budgets don't always allow for such extravagant purchases as WalMart clothing.

[DFRESH]

I know it has probably been a while since you were a proletarian car builder, but, sometimes car building budgets don't always allow for such extravagant purchases as WalMart clothing.

Dave took off his Speary Top Siders when he got there and Rob took off his red Puma driving shoes after arrival. Brett had his usual Polo shirt with the collar flipped.

[GregWeld]

I know it has probably been a while since you were a proletarian car builder, but, sometimes car building budgets don't always allow for such extravagant purchases as WalMart clothing.




The funny looking one with the Ford has a GOLD Starbucks card! Surely he can afford something more to wear than camo underwear... and a 20 year old Edelbrock shirt.

The professor in the Blue t shirt and the sunglasses from Sunglass Hut - has a "Dr." in front of his name... and has a 6....5....4....3....2....1 second Camaro.

..... and then there's the poor lowly "Mod".... where admittedly an upgrade for him would be the other twos cast offs.

[DFRESH]

The funny looking one with the Ford has a GOLD Starbucks card! Surely he can afford something more to wear than camo underwear... and a 20 year old Edelbrock shirt.

The professor in the Blue t shirt and the sunglasses from Sunglass Hut - has a "Dr." in front of his name... and has a 6....5....4....3....2....1 second Camaro.

..... and then there's the poor lowly "Mod".... where admittedly an upgrade for him would be the other two's cast offs.

So, you've been to Sunglass Hut then---:weld:

They are Oaklays, not Oakleys.

[FETorino]

The funny looking one with the Ford has a GOLD Starbucks card! Surely he can afford something more to wear than camo underwear... and a 20 year old Edelbrock shirt.



I spent all my $$ on Coffee and Sideoiler parts and had nothing left for clothes.

:cheers:

[Flash68]

The funny looking one with the Ford has a GOLD Starbucks card! Surely he can afford something more to wear than camo underwear... and a 20 year old Edelbrock shirt.

The professor in the Blue t shirt and the sunglasses from Sunglass Hut - has a "Dr." in front of his name... and has a 6....5....4....3....2....1 second Camaro.

..... and then there's the poor lowly "Mod".... where admittedly an upgrade for him would be the other twos cast offs.

I already dressed up twice this weekend for the wedding I was in town for. That's my excuse.

Rob just obviously acosted a homeless man and stole those raggedy flip flops.

[Vegas69]

Even an Armani suit wouldn't make these guys look good. :D

[GregWeld]

Even an Armani suit wouldn't make these guys look good. :D




I'm living proof you can't buy class.....

[Matt@BOS]

I'm living proof you can't buy class.....

Don't feel bad. The rest of us are proof that you can't build class either.

[Ron in SoCal]

Don't feel bad. The rest of us are proof that you can't build class either.

Aint that the truth :lol: :cheers:

[DFRESH]

Updates from Fab 53

Renner's parts came in and I have been working on putting Stance back together. Thought I would show some of his tricked out exhaust system.

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_6157_zpsfe9c24e9.jpg

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_6156_zps05fd93cb.jpg

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_6159_zps066506ae.jpg

When I did the thrash to get his car up and running for the Labor Day, I did the rear 3" twin side exit exhaust but did not have time to do the front portion correctly (I did a quick hack of his old 2.5" pipes and hammered them to clear). So, on the 2nd go around I have spent some extra time making the rest of the exhaust that he plans on using with his future LS3 and front DSE sub frame conversion.

[DFRESH]

More updates from Fab 53

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_6161_zps8c9a190f.jpg

The main focus for this exhaust is based around the fact that his car sits so slow. I had made the floor channel cut outs to be able to use 3" tubing under the rear passenger floor area.

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_6162_zps27b20151.jpg

Up front Doug opted to use the SpinTech oval exhaust tubing. This is the "3 inch oval" which is actually 2.25" tall and 3.5" wide.

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_6163_zps81d28681.jpg

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_6164_zps27e8132b.jpg

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_6169_zps9cae7b72.jpg

With a little extra work, I was able to get this 3" exhaust up high enough to hide it about 1/2" up in the frame rail. Good news for those low speed bump drags... only frame will scrape now. lol:knokwood:

[tubbed69]

That's amazing work,I need that clearance for these WV roads I drive on.:thumbsup:

[67zo6Camaro]

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[FETorino]

Well, I delivered Stance back to Doug last night. I was able to finish re-installing the rear suspension and exhaust, and update his brake booster and clutch master. The sheet metal work will be slated for another date, that way He can get out and drive her a bit. Enjoy.


Thanks again Doug for letting me work on your project.
Brett

Stop holding out. Let's see the finished exhaust.:bump:

It's both amazing and a shame you can't see it on the car.:wow:

:cheers:

[67zo6Camaro]

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[FETorino]

A few more of the underside.


http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k514/Fab50Three/Renner%2069%20Camaro/IMG_6222_zps89fffc5c.jpg




$$$$ Shot :trophy-1302:

:cheers:

[Sieg]

Is that exhaust as potentially loud as it appears?

[fleet]

Congrats Doug and Brett. :thumbsup:

No project can be successful without proper direction...anyone can see that is Doc Dub's strong suit.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/IMG_3172.jpg


:innocent:

:D

[89 RS]

Looks great, nice work Brett. Alright Doug, time for a drive-by vid with the Camaro to hear that exhaust. :unibrow:

[Rick D]

Looks AWASOME Doug!!! Brett knocked it out of the park!!

[DOOM]

Doug that's just awesome ! Friggin Brett is bad azz!!!!:trophy-1302:

[waynieZ]

Doug it looks sweet! Nice work Brett.

[Vegas69]

Nice work Brett! I'm assuming the notches in the exhaust pipes are to detune that monster under the hood?:D

[FETorino]

Nice work Brett! I'm assuming the notches in the exhaust pipes are to detune that monster under the hood?:D

It's hilarious. I've heard it running and with that exhaust the motor actually sounds like something it isn't:lmao:

:cheers:

[GregWeld]

The last time I saw this guy -- he was rubbing his head and mumbling something about his lips being numb…


Oh those were good times! :happy23:








http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/IMG_3172.jpg

[tubbed69]

That's top notch work Brett,Doug car sure looks good,the name is perfect for the car.:trophy-1302:

[WSSix]

Looks good. Nice and low. :thumbsup:

What coating is on the exhaust?

[DFRESH]

Brett delivered the car on Friday night. I've driven it about an hour straight, then lots of shorter trips in between. I pulled the seats out last night and pulled the console to finally install some gauges in the car along with the new Hurst Blackjack shifter. Got almost everything done today and will post up some pics this week.

Initial driving impressions are outstanding. The car has better corning ability at autocross speeds and is more compliant when pushed. It's a nice noticeable difference. The car feels much more solid at speeds above 40--like it's stuck to the road and is tracking it much nicer than before. The ride is greatly improved with this setup as well. No weird vibrations and the rear end makes no new noises at speed---no whine whatsoever. Brakes are still breaking in so I haven't had the chance to really smash the pedal but will get to that in another week or so. The car sits more than a half inch lower than previously all the way around. I will get some pictures of it this week and post them up. Meant to do that on Saturday but was too involved driving the car and getting used to it again. The exhaust is way, way cool. It's really tame at idle but the motor actually sounds like something once you get going. I'm getting used to it---but like it a bunch so far. Need to get it aligned and ready for the Del Mar autocross coming up over Thanksgiving weekend---that should be a great time and will be a good first test for the car. Hats off to Brett---the work done so far has been top notch and very professionally executed. Couldn't be happier thus far---great, great work in getting it to sit the way I wanted it too. It's great to have it back and to be able to work on it again myself---it's half the fun for me. Thanks again Brett!!

[Sieg]

Awesome words Doug! Look forward to hearing and seeing more. :thumbsup:

[DFRESH]

Nice work Brett! I'm assuming the notches in the exhaust pipes are to detune that monster under the hood?:D

LOL---absolutely---240 was too much, pull about 40 out through the exhaust to get back to where we were before.

[fleet]

Great post Doug...it's re-FRESHing to hear about a build that came out even better than expected. :)

[FETorino]

My rocker panel is lower:lmao:
Damm roofline isn't though:shakehead:

:cheers:

[Sieg]

My rocker panel is lower:lmao:
Damm roofline isn't though:shakehead:

:cheers:
Rocker panel? Did you mean chine by chance? :sieg:

1 Reasons for chines
1.1 Sailing scows
1.2 Steamboats
1.3 Small boats
1.4 Torinos

:underchair:

[67zo6Camaro]

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[tones2SS]

Very cool! Looks like a really nice set up there. I love the exhaust set up.
Good job Brett! Enjoy the new beast Doug!

[Flash68]

Can't wait to hear this monster roar soon. :D

Brett, kick ass work man. :bigun2:

My rocker panel is lower:lmao:


Bla Bla Bla Bla.....

[LS7 Z/28]

Black just looks so right on this car with the way it sits. "Stance" is a perfect name.

[intocarss]

Frickn looks awesome and CONGRATS!!

[DFRESH]

Very cool! Looks like a really nice set up there. I love the exhaust set up.
Good job Brett! Enjoy the new beast Doug!

Thanks brother!! Looking forward to some serious seat time coming up. Hopefully this coming Saturday I will be able to attend Cars and Coffee and then take my usual 65 minute drive down the coast. It's been awhile.

[DFRESH]

Black just looks so right on this car with the way it sits. "Stance" is a perfect name.

Thanks Man----I will be taking some pics of the car this weekend and posting them up so you can see it on the ground. I think it came out really, really nice and couldn't be happier.

D

[DFRESH]

Frickn looks awesome and CONGRATS!!

Thanks Bro---from one Drag Racer to another---this is a lot of fun---more so than I was having in drag racing. Still love it, but I am loving the seat time you get in these cars---your new toy should bring a big smile to your face for sure. Will be great to get to some track days with all of the boys sometime soon.

D

[DFRESH]

I have a room in my house called the RACE ROOM---it's where I put all my car stuff. I wanted to show you guys the "Parts Wall" portion of the room. Every time I make a change on one of the cars, there are always spare parts left over---these typically make it onto the wall. It's kinda sad actually. lol If you had ever been to a Speed Shops or cool parts store back in the day, they always had parts hanging up on the wall. I always though that was cool.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/RACEROOM.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/RACEROOM.jpg.html)

The new selection of shifters. Bought the Black Jack---it leaked. Hurst sent me another---this one became wall art. The middle one is the White Lightning by AMP---just haven't used it. The Tremec one is the stocker that I just replaced this weekend with the new Black Jack I received.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/SHIFTERS.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/SHIFTERS.jpg.html)

Every part on the wall has a story behind it. The coil on the wall is Dave Gordon's ----Rich and Dave swapped it out for the one I had on the wall during one of the RTTC events close by.

[Sieg]

Very Cool! Great memorabilia wall. :thumbsup:

I have a bunch of parts left over with a lot of good memories from my last go-around.........regretfully they're all burnt! LOL

Stance is looking awesome and it sounds like you're really enjoying it.......Fab53 FTW. :thumbsup:

[Vegas69]

I hope you know a good drywall guy to fill in that space the window now occupies?:rofl:

[GregWeld]

I'd be up there every day - bowing….


Love it Doug!!

[Swain]

That's awesome. By the way your car is looking killer. Nice updates

[FETorino]

Hey love the wall.:thumbsup:

Good thing Ron didn't start one of those or he'd have had to buy a second home by now:lol:

Maybe I'll see you at C&C this weekend.

:cheers:

[Payton King]

The wall is absolutely brilliant.

Go out and drive

[Flash68]

Go out and drive

Yeah.

[mdprovee]

Fun thing to do Doug

[DFRESH]

Hey love the wall.:thumbsup:

Good thing Ron didn't start one of those or he'd have had to buy a second home by now:lol:

Maybe I'll see you at C&C this weekend.

:cheers:


LOL---I hope Ron sees this comment you made---classic. We are guilty I suppose, however he may be the most guilty.

[Rybar]

Car is looking good Doug. :thumbsup:

[Jay Hilliard]

Doug, the wall of parts is very cool, but it would tempt me too much to look at it. I would be ready to be a daily driver with the left over parts.:thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

Hey love the wall.:thumbsup:

Good thing Ron didn't start one of those or he'd have had to buy a second home by now:lol:

Maybe I'll see you at C&C this weekend.

:cheers:

LOL---I hope Ron sees this comment you made---classic. We are guilty I suppose, however he may be the most guilty.

That is already in the planning stages. I'll call the parts bin my 'Wheelhouse" ... :lol:

Car looks great Doug! :cheers:

[DFRESH]

Went to Cars and Coffee this morning---will get some better pics of it tomorrow and post up

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/carsandcoffee1.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/carsandcoffee1.jpg.html)

[67zo6Camaro]

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[DFRESH]

Killer.

did ya make it over the entrance speed bump? That's a good test right there.

LOL---yes indeed! No problems whatsoever.

The car got mobbed this morning----tons of questions about suspension on the car, lot's of interest in the exhaust---more than a couple import guys loved the twins coming out the right hand side---was a great time. Car is a blast to drive----great work bro. Have to get some better pics of it though and post them up.

[67zo6Camaro]

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[fleet]

Wow, that looks awesome Doug and Brett. :cool:

When I think of this car now, I think more about it's stance than it needling to be gap sprayed every month.

:tiptoe:

[DFRESH]

Another from C & C this morning

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_20131102_073356_861.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/IMG_20131102_073356_861.jpg.html)

[DFRESH]

Wow, that looks awesome Doug and Brett. :cool:

When I think of this car now, I think more about it's stance than it needling to be gap sprayed every month.

:tiptoe:

Me too Skipper---lol

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Another from C & C this morning

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_20131102_073356_861.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/IMG_20131102_073356_861.jpg.html)

what the hell, by the dumpster? Nobody puts Wanda in the corner. LOL

Any rear shots?

[intocarss]

Another from C & C this morning

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_20131102_073356_861.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/IMG_20131102_073356_861.jpg.html):thumbsup:

[Flash68]

what the hell, by the dumpster? Nobody puts Wanda in the corner. LOL



:lmao: :sieg:

[89 RS]

Right on Doug! :thumbsup:

[Jay Hilliard]

Awesome Doug! Man that thing is LLLOOOWWW! I like it. :king:

[tubbed69]

Went to Cars and Coffee this morning---will get some better pics of it tomorrow and post up

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/carsandcoffee1.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/carsandcoffee1.jpg.html)

Cars and Coffee,sounds like a cool get together,car looks great in these pics Doug,I bet it fun to drive.:trophy-1302:

[DFRESH]

A few more from today

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/LR3.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/LR3.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/LR2.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/LR2.jpg.html)

[DFRESH]

what the hell, by the dumpster? Nobody puts Wanda in the corner. LOL

Any rear shots?

Big Wanda wasn't by the dumpster-----DFresh was:D

[Vince@Meanstreets]

ok fine...still gonna need that rear shot. lol :flashie:

[Richio1]

Looks awesome Doug. Can't wait to check her out in person one of these days. Low is the only way to go. :unibrow:

Oh, and please don't park on the grass. :hello:

http://i855.photobucket.com/albums/ab116/Richio1/th_1b145747f070ced55e8d190b49c3c5b8_zps39660ec1.jp g (http://s855.photobucket.com/albums/ab116/Richio1/?action=view&current=1b145747f070ced55e8d190b49c3c5b8_zps39660e c1.jpg)

[tones2SS]

Very, very nice!
Good job guys! :thumbsup:

[DFRESH]

Looks awesome Doug. Can't wait to check her out in person one of these days. Low is the only way to go. :unibrow:

Oh, and please don't park on the grass. :hello:

http://i855.photobucket.com/albums/ab116/Richio1/th_1b145747f070ced55e8d190b49c3c5b8_zps39660ec1.jp g (http://s855.photobucket.com/albums/ab116/Richio1/?action=view&current=1b145747f070ced55e8d190b49c3c5b8_zps39660e c1.jpg)

Thanks Jeff----looking forward to seeing yours as well bro.

[DFRESH]

Very, very nice!
Good job guys! :thumbsup:

Thanks Brother!

[sixnina]

Doug,
Enjoyed watching this thing come together and definitely like the low look,
I saw that you took it out to cars and coffee recently, Do you ever go to donut derelicts? I come down south quite frequently and hope to see your car in person one of these days. Shane

[DFRESH]

Doug,
Enjoyed watching this thing come together and definitely like the low look,
I saw that you took it out to cars and coffee recently, Do you ever go to donut derelicts? I come down south quite frequently and hope to see your car in person one of these days. Shane

Shane,

It's been awhile, but I have taken it there a couple of times. Let me know the next time you are headed there on a Saturday and I will bring it out to DD.

Thanks bro!

Doug

[fleet]

Dear Doc Bro-rider,

Thought of you today...

OrCrDaKqS9s


BTW- how's the stance been treatin' ya?


:thankyou:

[pitts12driver]

Great work! Looks amazing and coming along well.

[Scubachef]

I got to see Stance in the wild yesterday cruising down the freeway. I couldn't get too close since the wife's SUV i was driving felt a little intimidated but man that is one sick car! Made me go home and thrash a little on m '69.

[Flash68]

the Dub Renner celebrity status continues...

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/an630_dt_zps1f2fa7d6.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/an630_dt_zps1f2fa7d6.jpg.html)

http://www.chevymall.com/Camaro-SS-1969-1_10-Scale-RC-Model/productinfo/AN630/

[GregWeld]

Oh?? I thought perhaps he had passed away.

[Spiffav8]

Oh?? I thought perhaps he had passed away.

I thought he swam away.:drowninga: :drowninga:

[tones2SS]

They're building RC cars after his '69 low stance Camaro now?!?!
:confused18:

[Vegas69]

If you were on Facebook you would know he has been in Cabo. :lol:

[Flash68]

If you were on Facebook you would know he has been in Cabo. :lol:

Yeah but not for 6 months. :bitchslap:

[Vegas69]

He has two camaros that run... that is all. :stirthepot:

[Flash68]

He has two camaros that run... that is all. :stirthepot:

Oh you just had to go there. :catfight:

So I get it... he gets a couple cars running and then jets away from us. :badidea:

[Spiffav8]

He has two camaros that run... that is all. :stirthepot:

Supposedly. He's in Cabo and this can not be confirmed at the moment.

[fleet]

He's now one of our most celebrated lurkers.

#DubbmostlyAghost

[DFRESH]

Thanks for the laugh gents. While it is true that I have been somewhat removed from the activities here, I do check in at least weekly to see what is happening.

I've been studying for the CPA exam which has taken away 3 hours of each day that I really didn't have before--but am making time to do. It doesn't leave a lot on the table for other stuff---but when I do take a break, I always check in here and occasionally on FB.

Car is still moving forward---saving up for the remainder of the big parts to do the LS3/DSE sub frame swap (Auto Rad and Vapor Works). In the meantime, Brett will be seeing the car again to put the mini tubs in it and help me squeeze a bit more tire up front. Once he gets that going, I will hope to post up some pics and get back on the board more once again. I am still driving the car weekly and it gets a lot of street miles. The race car is once again waiting its turn to get to the track. I am hoping by November to be able to have some first passes on it with the new chassis. Still needs a bit more dyno time before it gets there.

Miss this place and the people. Hope to see you boys at SEMA---it will be here before we know it.

Doc Fresh.

[GregWeld]

Personally I'm thrilled that you're selling so much Gap Spray that without a CPA you can't begin to count the money.


Last time I had a CPA exam I had to have surgery to remove part of my colon.











Thanks for the laugh gents. While it is true that I have been somewhat removed from the activities here, I do check in at least weekly to see what is happening.

I've been studying for the CPA exam which has taken away 3 hours of each day that I really didn't have before--but am making time to do. It doesn't leave a lot on the table for other stuff---but when I do take a break, I always check in here and occasionally on FB.

Car is still moving forward---saving up for the remainder of the big parts to do the LS3/DSE sub frame swap (Auto Rad and Vapor Works). In the meantime, Brett will be seeing the car again to put the mini tubs in it and help me squeeze a bit more tire up front. Once he gets that going, I will hope to post up some pics and get back on the board more once again. I am still driving the car weekly and it gets a lot of street miles. The race car is once again waiting its turn to get to the track. I am hoping by November to be able to have some first passes on it with the new chassis. Still needs a bit more dyno time before it gets there.

Miss this place and the people. Hope to see you boys at SEMA---it will be here before we know it.

Doc Fresh.

[Spiffav8]

Thanks for the laugh gents. While it is true that I have been somewhat removed from the activities here, I do check in at least weekly to see what is happening.

I've been studying for the CPA exam which has taken away 3 hours of each day that I really didn't have before--but am making time to do. It doesn't leave a lot on the table for other stuff---but when I do take a break, I always check in here and occasionally on FB.

Car is still moving forward---saving up for the remainder of the big parts to do the LS3/DSE sub frame swap (Auto Rad and Vapor Works). In the meantime, Brett will be seeing the car again to put the mini tubs in it and help me squeeze a bit more tire up front. Once he gets that going, I will hope to post up some pics and get back on the board more once again. I am still driving the car weekly and it gets a lot of street miles. The race car is once again waiting its turn to get to the track. I am hoping by November to be able to have some first passes on it with the new chassis. Still needs a bit more dyno time before it gets there.

Miss this place and the people. Hope to see you boys at SEMA---it will be here before we know it.

Doc Fresh.

:BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah:

Whatever. Get your butt out here for SEMA.

:captain:

[fleet]

:BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah:

Whatever. Get your butt out here for SEMA.

:captain:

Good to hear from all of Dub's ...


DUWDnPITr_M

[tones2SS]

LOL
Good luck with the testing "Doc Fresh".

[DFRESH]

Personally I'm thrilled that you're selling so much Gap Spray that without a CPA you can't begin to count the money.


Last time I had a CPA exam I had to have surgery to remove part of my colon.

Once I get past this, i will be able to remove the other half for you quite quickly at a reasonable rate--about the cost of Texas Motorsports LS3 heads to be precise. We can do this at your new shop. I travel.

D

[Payton King]

The Man, the Myth, the Legend...your post is almost like an Elvis sighting.

I am glad someone is actually driving their car. Post up a picture and show these guys what a completed car looks like. LOL

[DFRESH]

The Man, the Myth, the Legend...your post is almost like an Elvis sighting.

I am glad someone is actually driving their car. Post up a picture and show these guys what a completed car looks like. LOL

Will do---good to hear from you bro!

D

[DFRESH]

Good to hear from all of Dub's ...


DUWDnPITr_M

Skippa, ever since watching this, I have been unable to get this theme song outta my head. It just keeps replaying over and over. Many thanks.

BW

[89 RS]

Good to hear from ya Doug, glad you're still getting the Camaros out for some driving. Getting out and driving for me is like medicine for the soul. Good luck on your CPA exam, keep moving forward! :thumbsup:

[Jay Hilliard]

Good to hear from ya Doug, glad you're still getting the Camaros out for some driving. Getting out and driving for me is like medicine for the soul. Good luck on your CPA exam, keep moving forward! :thumbsup:

X2! See you at SEMA.

[LS3 HQ]

Hey what's happened to all the pics and updates from this thread?

[Jr]

Looks like Brett deleted every post he ever made....

[WSSix]

hmmmm, ok what's up with that?

[DFRESH]

hmmmm, ok what's up with that?

Not sure---but that is disappointing. I'll check in with the Mod's to see if something else may have happened.

I wish I had copies of all of those pics as it was a great way to look back on the history of the car.

D

[Spiffav8]

Not sure---but that is disappointing. I'll check in with the Mod's to see if something else may have happened.

I wish I had copies of all of those pics as it was a great way to look back on the history of the car.

D

We were all wondering the same thing.

[glassman]

I was bummed to see that as well, Dave, can u let us know? Sorry for the thread jack....Mke

[Vegas69]

Pretty disrespectful to the people that paid for the work.

She's a legend without the photos....:D

[DFRESH]

Pretty disrespectful to the people that paid for the work.

She's a legend without the photos....:D

So maybe this was for the best after all. Nice spin brother. LOL

[WSSix]

Brett hasn't been banned or decided to no longer visit the site has he?

Sorry you don't have more pictures of the build process, D. I always enjoy seeing those pictures.

[Ricochet]

Brett hasn't been banned or decided to no longer visit the site has he?

Sorry you don't have more pictures of the build process, D. I always enjoy seeing those pictures.

No he has not been banned. Whether or not he chooses to visit here is his choice.

[DFRESH]

Brett hasn't been banned or decided to no longer visit the site has he?

Sorry you don't have more pictures of the build process, D. I always enjoy seeing those pictures.

Trey, I am picking and responding to your post in Dave's thread. This hasn't been an intentional stall on my part, rather I needed to get my understanding clear as well. The community here is important to me also, but these types of things aren't always easy to explain--and the folks involved have their own interpetations. I sometimes wrestle with what's appropriate to share in situations like this since I ascribe to the notion of "Do unto others as you want done unto you". I want to take the high road of course, and in my case I will just say that Brett got to busy to finish the car up from the work that was done a year ago. I've decided to move on since there is no clear date in the future to finsh up the car. His work was outstanding as the remaining pictures showed, he just has to many other obligations at this time. I haven't heard back from him on why the pics had to come down, but technically, they were his property. I am bummed they are gone, but that is his choice.

I am trying to figure out next steps, and have a couple shops in mind, and wish I wan't in this situation since I came to appreciate and count on Brett and his work, but it is what it is for me at this point.

I will post up pics as soon as I get it to where it's going (most likely in January).

Merry Christmas to all of my bro's here.

Blessings--

Doug

[GregWeld]

So --- In other words he found some paying customers that took your place...


HAHAHAHAHAHA Just joking around here.

[ironworks]

Merry Christmas to you also Doug.

[96z28ss]

Merry Christmas!

[WSSix]

Thank you, Doug. That's a perfectly appropriate response in my opinion. I'm glad to hear this hasn't been a nightmare scenario and that you were pleased with Brett's work. Best of luck finding another shop that will take care of your car.

[DFRESH]

So --- In other words he found some paying customers that took your place...


HAHAHAHAHAHA Just joking around here.

Exactly. LOL.

XXX-OOO

Babs.

[DFRESH]

Thank you, Doug. That's a perfectly appropriate response in my opinion. I'm glad to hear this hasn't been a nightmare scenario and that you were pleased with Brett's work. Best of luck finding another shop that will take care of your car.

I'll keep the updates going once I get it into a shop. This time, I'll post the pics. :D

[Vegas69]

Nothing but class my friend. One thing I've learned is to make positive assumptions and realize that many times there are underlying circumstances. It's not personal unless we make it that way. This takes emotional reps and discipline. Merry Christmas to you and the family.

[waynieZ]

Way to go Doug. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[glassman]

Hey Doug, I really like your's and Dave's response's to the "wondering public". It is so cool seeing the pics and how some fabbers decide to do things and then when it just goes "black", its kind of a bummer.

But I for one, really appreciate the class shown here. All of us know "sheet happens" and perspective is usually reported from one side only (aka typicaly media), But we all know there are three sides to every story, "yours, mine, and the truth"

Back to our regular schedule programming (and now the wise words from the prophet Larry the cg, :gitrdun:

Mike

[Vince@Meanstreets]

you guys.... :grouphug:

happy new year too all!!!

[Flash68]

Hey Doug, I really like your's and Dave's response's to the "wondering public". It is so cool seeing the pics and how some fabbers decide to do things and then when it just goes "black", its kind of a bummer.



Thanks Mike. I asked Doug if I could just copy/paste his reply since he wrote first. :BlahBlah:

It does suck, but it is what it is and happens to the best of us (Doug) and the worst of us (me).

:sieg:

[89 RS]

With respect to the replies you and Dave gave, class act as Todd said. Always look forward to seeing the changes for you Camaro.

[DOOM]

Nothing but class my friend. One thing I've learned is to make positive assumptions and realize that many times there are underlying circumstances. It's not personal unless we make it that way. This takes emotional reps and discipline. Merry Christmas to you and the family.

X2 !!! Very well said Todd ! You are the man Doug!

[LS3 HQ]

Well said. I'm glad the car is going to get finished. I only asked the question about the photos as I've just fitted my torque arm rear in my 69 and my diff is hard up to underside of the crossmember. I want it to be sitting quite low so wanted to pinch a few ideas that had been done to yours. Hope that's ok.

Cheers

Luke

[DFRESH]

Hey Doug, I really like your's and Dave's response's to the "wondering public". It is so cool seeing the pics and how some fabbers decide to do things and then when it just goes "black", its kind of a bummer.

But I for one, really appreciate the class shown here. All of us know "sheet happens" and perspective is usually reported from one side only (aka typicaly media), But we all know there are three sides to every story, "yours, mine, and the truth"

Back to our regular schedule programming (and now the wise words from the prophet Larry the cg, :gitrdun:

Mike

Thanks Mike. Will see about maybe getting the pics back in the future if possible.

D

[DFRESH]

Well said. I'm glad the car is going to get finished. I only asked the question about the photos as I've just fitted my torque arm rear in my 69 and my diff is hard up to underside of the crossmember. I want it to be sitting quite low so wanted to pinch a few ideas that had been done to yours. Hope that's ok.

Cheers

Luke

Luke, I can click off some pics if you need them---glad to help if I can.

D

[DFRESH]

X2 !!! Very well said Todd ! You are the man Doug!

Thanks brother---glad you are approaching the finish line with yours---still have my most favorite purchase from you sitting in my race room ---they should be going in this coming year.

D

[DFRESH]

With respect to the replies you and Dave gave, class act as Todd said. Always look forward to seeing the changes for you Camaro.

Thanks Corey---will put up more pics as soon as we start to finish up the mini tub.

Merry Christmas--

D

[tones2SS]

Merry Christmas to you and your family Doug.
Good luck going forward with the car in the future.

[Richio1]

Well played guys. Time to focus on the future and the road ahead. The past is the past.

Here's to an exciting and fun 2015

[LS3 HQ]

Luke, I can click off some pics if you need them---glad to help if I can.

D

Doug that would be awesome. I remember seeing a pic of the crossmember raised to above the rails I think to give clearance. I think a problem I have too is my sheet metal housing must be quite a bit bigger than a standard 9inch housing which isn't helping. Feel free to post as many pics as you like. Cheers

:thumbsup:

Luke

[DFRESH]

Posting an update to my dead thread, because I finally have a legitimate one.

I purchased a motor for the car from a member here, and in typical fashion for me, it was an unbelievable deal. I am still sticking with the one modification at a time plan, and putting the pieces together slowly over time to put in my DSE front subframe--but when I make this mod, I will rewire the car at that time along with a couple other things, including installing the latest acquisition.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_20150512_201559033.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_20150512_201759248.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_20150512_201204895.jpg

[89 RS]

Nice lookin' engine there Doug. The LS motor is going to look right at home in your engine compartment. I'm still diggin' you're one mod at a time philosophy, good stuff.

[WSSix]

Nice score! Glad you're still plugging away at the car, Doug.

[Vegas69]

I always knew you were smarter than Gordon.

[DFRESH]

And, of course, if it's on an engine stand in the garage, why not pull it apart to check it out.

I wanted to verify parts from the list to ensure crank, cam, rods, pistons, etc all checked out to spec's. Thus far, all is very well internally with the motor--Pistons are Wiseco forged/coated blower specific, rods are legit, etc.. My plan now is to stud the heads and mains here at the house, and give the heads a once over since I may be pulley this motor for some additional boost. This motor had about 400 miles or so on it.

To that end, I pulled the heads and have them over at the FUEL GOD here in So Cal, Bob McCray. He is verifying the previous work done to them; double checking valves are what they are supposed to be from build sheet, porting and bowl work is legit, springs for height, valve job, etc., then do some flow checking for me.

Hopefully I can start putting this back together in the next week or so.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_20150513_193250435_HDR.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_20150522_182616702_HDR.jpg

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/IMG_20150522_182717359.jpg

So far, the LS is pure joy to work with--except for all the metric crap. It's way easier than the SBC I was used to dealing with.

BW

[DFRESH]

Nice lookin' engine there Doug. The LS motor is going to look right at home in your engine compartment. I'm still diggin' you're one mod at a time philosophy, good stuff.

I should take some pics of the stuff I have put together over the past couple of years under this build philosophy. One of the by products of having done my (ongoing) build this way has been the amazing deals I've been able to make. Patience does pay off in this mode. It's not for everyone, but it's worked for me so far.

D

[DFRESH]

Nice score! Glad you're still plugging away at the car, Doug.

Thanks Trey! More to follow--

[Flash68]

I always knew you were smarter than Gordon.

He should be... he didn't get hired as the assistant to the traveling secretary for the Dodgers for nuthin.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/fark_mlOGlg-yqOKOjM_LzyMR9yk9mmA_zpsotj7zlw0.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/fark_mlOGlg-yqOKOjM_LzyMR9yk9mmA_zpsotj7zlw0.jpg.html)

[fleet]

So far, the LS is pure joy to work with--except for all the metric crap. It's way easier than the SBC I was used to dealing with.

BW

Really?

Some guy on the interwebs around here (who claims he has some quasi NASCAR connections) sez that them LS'sss are a lot tougher to work on than them SBtoos.

Nevertheless, yer budget setup is lookin' good BiggDubU.

:hello:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Really?

Some guy on the interwebs around here (who claims he has some quasi NASCAR connections) sez that them LS'sss are a lot tougher to work on than them SBtoos.

Nevertheless, yer budget setup is lookin' good BiggDubU.

:hello:

and who are they having them built by???? just sayin

[Rybar]

That is one sweet engine you picked up. Like the direction you are going with the build.

[Flash68]

and who are they having them built by???? just sayin

R DICKEY Motorsports?

[DFRESH]

Really?

Some guy on the interwebs around here (who claims he has some quasi NASCAR connections) sez that them LS'sss are a lot tougher to work on than them SBtoos.

Nevertheless, yer budget setup is lookin' good BiggDubU.

:hello:

Not so far my brother-----everything has been pretty straight forward, although it's still early.

I just wasn't thinking I would be reaching into my metric tools to take the motor apart---good thing I had them. :ohsnap:

[DFRESH]

R DICKEY Motorsports?

Moderator Gordon, are you the NASCAR connection here on Lat G?

[Spiffav8]

Moderator Gordon, are you the NASCAR connection here on Lat G?

He's the biggest Redneck for sure. :trophy-1302:

[fleet]

Moderator Gordon, are you the NASCAR connection here on Lat G?

He could be one of several. :unibrow:

He's the biggest Redneck for sure. :trophy-1302:

Yeah, and a #BigRed redneck too. Not that there's anything wrong with that. :BlahBlah:

[Matt@BOS]

If you need someone to hold beer as you put that engine and subframe in, let me know. I'd be happy to help!

[GregWeld]

If you need someone to hold beer as you put that engine and subframe in, let me know. I'd be happy to help!



I can see where this is headed.... Matt wrenching and Big Wanda holding the beer...

[Matt@BOS]

I can see where this is headed.... Matt wrenching and Big Wanda holding the beer...

I would be okay with that. He has not one, but two running 69 Camaros. Elvis once crashed one of his parties. He doesn't always drink, but when he does... It is worth it for the rest of us.

[Flash68]

Moderator Gordon, are you the NASCAR connection here on Lat G?

If by connection you mean driving an old truck to Payton's house to have him take us to the Nascar used junk parts resellers, then yes.

He's the biggest Redneck for sure. :trophy-1302:

Surely a compliment is in there. :lol:

[DFRESH]

He's the biggest Redneck for sure. :trophy-1302:

The Nor Cal Redneck. NCR stickers should be made. I would use them to replace my "Camaro Performers" one I still have stuck to my rear windshield.

I'll replace it when I put the subframe in---sometime soon---:sarcasm_smiley:

[DFRESH]

If you need someone to hold beer as you put that engine and subframe in, let me know. I'd be happy to help!

Perfect, there will be approximately 6 of you operating in that capacity thus far.

[DFRESH]

I can see where this is headed.... Matt wrenching and Big Wanda holding the beer...

Love it when a plan comes together.

[Spiffav8]

Perfect, there will be approximately 6 of you operating in that capacity thus far.

It's a safety thing....right?

[DFRESH]

It's a safety thing....right?

Ya, that's what I would call it. The safety brew.

[DFRESH]

Time for me to post a few more legitimate updates on the progress of the new motor for the car.

So, after I got the heads pulled off, there were several items I decided to upgrade.

Starting with putting in head studs.

I purchased the ARP thread chaser and started in

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/252.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/252.jpg.html)

I followed the process of chasing the threads, pulled the chaser out, blew it off with compressed air, then chased the threads again. Upon the second chase, there was very little material showing up on the chaser. I would then use the compressed air to clean out the threads inside the block, followed by filling up that hole with carb cleaner, letting it sit while I chased the others, then blew it out upon completion, followed by one last chase and blow out. After inspecting each one, they were indeed free from any material.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/253.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/253.jpg.html)

Below is what the chaser looked like after each first pass. There is some form of factory Loctite or sealer on the stock head bolts. It's crucial per ARP to ensure you have all of this cleaned out before installing the head studs.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/259.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/259.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/258.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/258.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/260.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/260.jpg.html)

After ensuring all was clear, I went ahead and began the actual head stud install. I've got the Part Number here for anyone who decides to do the same.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/254.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/254.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/255.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/255.jpg.html)

[DFRESH]

The kit includes both the small and large studs for each side along with their proprietary assembly lube.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/256.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/256.jpg.html)

Per the instructions, and just like on the SBC in the race car, just put them in hand tight--but ensure they are run all the way down.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/257.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/257.jpg.html)

I did a lot of asking, and after speaking with a couple of friends, in addition to several shops--the LS9 GM gaskets were the best choice for me. These are 9 layer MLS type gaskets, which two friends are running right now, respectively, in a 416 TT & and a 427 with a Pro Charger making well over 1200---for more than 2 years. Always nice when you can get real input from folks actually using the stuff you are considering. So, anyways, these went in place.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/261.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/261.jpg.html)
These are clearly marked in terms of orientation.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/262.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/262.jpg.html)

[DFRESH]

So, after inspection, the heads had not been touched in terms of porting, and had a poor valve job done to them.

The good news, they did have Inconel Exhaust Valves and a good set of Manley Valve Springs.

So, I went ahead and had them blown apart for inspection. We blended the bowls, new valve job, changed out the intake valves for some Manley's, and checked the spring heights. One intake was missing the shims under the spring--it's like the builder just forgot about it. Anyways, they are setup now as they should be in my opinion.


http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/263.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/263.jpg.html)

Here are couple of shots to show the light bowl blending on both the intake and exhaust ports. These heads flow pretty impressive numbers right out of the gate. With the valve job and bowl blending, we picked up about 30 additional cfm.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/265.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/265.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/264.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/264.jpg.html)

[DFRESH]

Then it was time to get the heads torqued down.

ARP says to put their assembly lube on the threads, both sides of the washers, and the bottom side of each nut.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/266.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/266.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/268.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/268.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/267.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/267.jpg.html)

Once that's done, it's time to start the torque sequence. ARP calls for 80 pds on the large studs and 25 on small ones, done in a series of 3 steps. I started the large studs at 28, then moved to 56, then finally to 80. The smaller, I started at 8, then 16, then finally 25.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/271.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/271.jpg.html)

Using the following torque sequence obtained from Lingenfelter, I began the process.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/270.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/270.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/269.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/269.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/273.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/273.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/272.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/272.jpg.html)

And, after about two hours, the finished product.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/Head%20Stud%20Install/274.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/Head%20Stud%20Install/274.jpg.html)

[Spiffav8]

What I know about engine building just tripled. Well done. Thanks for the info brother.

:captain:

[Flash68]

Good job picking up Todd's slack. :peepwall:

[Chad-1stGen]

Looks good Doug. You certainly catered to the picture whores on this site. Probably could of got that job done in 1 hour if you didn't have to take so many pics :mock:

But since I'm sitting here at work, avoiding doing any work, I appreciate it. Are you going to have the motor dyno tuned on the stand or wait until its in the car?

[fleet]

Big Dub,

Now that is a "legitimate" update.

Some people just post dyno results from nearly 2 years ago. :rolleyes:


lol

[DFRESH]

Looks good Doug. You certainly catered to the picture whores on this site. Probably could of got that job done in 1 hour if you didn't have to take so many pics :mock:

But since I'm sitting here at work, avoiding doing any work, I appreciate it. Are you going to have the motor dyno tuned on the stand or wait until its in the car?

I hear you on the pics. A couple folks asked me about posting head stud install detail---so I obliged them.

Plan is to get it to engine dyno first. That way, if there's any obvious issues, I can deal with it before motor goes in---plus I know the tuneup in the motor is close at that point--although I know it will need some additional tuning once in the car for drivability, etc. If it's going to leak water or oil, I hope it will do it on the engine stand dyno.

D

[DFRESH]

Big Dub,

Now that is a "legitimate" update.

Some people just post dyno results from nearly 2 years ago. :rolleyes:


lol

LOL---I can only guess. I'll do some wandering this evening and see who posted dyno sheets from two years ago. That list is a short one i'm sure.

BW

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Nice thorough work!!

Good to have you back Brett.

[DFRESH]

Nice thorough work!!

Good to have you back Brett.

:guns:

[DFRESH]

Good job picking up Todd's slack. :peepwall:

Nice.

[GregWeld]

I was mesmerized by the entire process....


What a "stud".

[DFRESH]

I was mesmerized by the entire process....


What a "stud".


Wait till I start my "How I Detailed My Car" photo documentation series.

[GregWeld]

Wait till I start my "How I Detailed My Car" photo documentation series.




Make sure you watch Karate Kid a couple times -- so you get the "wax on, wax off" detail right.

[DFRESH]

Make sure you watch Karate Kid a couple times -- so you get the "wax on, wax off" detail right.

Sanda Flor----- Painta fence----

Rodger that GW.

D

[Vegas69]

Atta boy... It'll smoke Gordon and knock down 20 mpg.

[Payton King]

Thanks for being the poster child for "what to do when buying a used motor." When you spend that kind of coin you really need to check everything regardless of who built it...valve spring and heads prove it!

Hurry up and get that bitch on the road, I want to be the only one left on jack stands...a man has to have a goal.

[DFRESH]

Thanks for being the poster child for "what to do when buying a used motor." When you spend that kind of coin you really need to check everything regardless of who built it...valve spring and heads prove it!

Hurry up and get that bitch on the road, I want to be the only one left on jack stands...a man has to have a goal.

As fast as my wallet will let me--

[GregWeld]

As fast as my wallet will let me--




Just do what I do - I call The Bank of Charlie.... LOL

[69hugger]

Make sure you watch Karate Kid a couple times -- so you get the "wax on, wax off" detail right.

Got just the T-Shirt for you when you're ready to shoot the video...

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k513/bsternz06/IMG_1648.jpg


Bill

[DFRESH]

Wanted to show you guys a couple of pics of the Improved Racing Sump and Crank Scraper that I installed in the LS3 oil pan.

I had heard quite a few guys on the vette forum who recommended these for greater oil control for those who were road coursing or frequenting larger auto crosses.

It was 300 bucks, and came with new oil pan gasket, new oil pump ring gasket, the crank scraper, and finally the sump/trap door setup.

Here are a few pics of the install.

Here is the factory windage tray after pulling off the pan and the oil pump pickup tube.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/003.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/003.jpg.html)

Ready for Crank Scraper

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/004.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/004.jpg.html)

Drop it over the studs and start measuring for clearance. I.R. calls for .020 to .060 of clearance to the crankshaft. It is clearly marked for orientation, and install is fairly straightforward.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/005.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/005.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/006.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/006.jpg.html)

Since this motor has aftermarket Crank, Rods & Bolts, I had a fair amount of filing/grinding on the crank scraper to achieve the necessary clearance.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/007.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/007.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/012.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/012.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/013.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/013.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/015.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/015.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/009.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/009.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/010.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/010.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/011.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/011.jpg.html)

After everything was clearanced, I went ahead installed the sump and torqued down the studs for the final time.

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/020.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/020.jpg.html)

http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu50/dfresh69/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/021.jpg (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/dfresh69/media/New%20Motor%20Sump%20Install/021.jpg.html)

Ready for the pan install.

[intocarss]

YOU DA MAN! :thumbsup: LOOKING GOOD!!

[waynieZ]

It looks like a sweet setup.

[Flash68]

:secret: