Cencal's 69 Camaro

[cencalc6]

I recently purchased my very 1st Camaro in December of 2010 its a 1969 X11 Coupe.I've built a few cars in the Past but never a full overhaul like this.....Here's a few pics of my old cars that I put together.

2005 C6 Corvette with a Forged LS7 engine making 558RWHP 509RWTQ
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LS2 RX-7

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So Here's my official build Thread....

When I bought the car it had 70% of the Sheet metal replaced, as I thought the car needed No more attention I noticed rust and pin holes in sections that needed to be replaced. My plans was to drop in a simple LS3/T56 setup but That did not last long.... I ended up with a Forged LS3 Motor.Every time I come into the forum it just amazes me on how many great looking builds are going on here...My plan, is to build this car in my Garage and do 90% of the work…

Here's a list of what is going in

Forged LS3 418 Motor built by me and my local Machine shop
New T56 from RPM Transmission
ZR1 Race Twin Disk
Scott Mock's Front SubFrame
DSE Mini tubs
DSE SubFrame connectors
DSE Quadra link Rear setup


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[cencalc6]

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[BritishGreen68]

Wow man your previous cars look good. You a good eye for wheels/tires/stance! What wheels are you going with on the Camaro?

[killer67]

C6 is sick! Got a fun project going there! We need details :lateral:

[Ron in SoCal]

C6 is sick! Got a fun project going there! We need details :lateral:

Yeah! And that one piece floor sitting on the ground brings back fond memories...:) Thanks for posting and keep going!!

[cencalc6]

Wow man your previous cars look good. You a good eye for wheels/tires/stance! What wheels are you going with on the Camaro?


Thamks for the compliments,as for wheels i'm going with a 360 Forged wheels same as my old Vette 19x10 up front and 19x12 in the rear

C6 is sick! Got a fun project going there! We need details :lateral:

Thanks, I'll post up the details up on top

Yeah! And that one piece floor sitting on the ground brings back fond memories...:) Thanks for posting and keep going!!

Thanks :thumbsup:

[Matt@BOS]

Nice project. Good luck with the build!

I'm pretty sure I remember seeing, (and hearing) your RX7 over at Goodguys Pleasanton in June of last year.

Matt

[waynieZ]

Nice progress and some real sweet rides you've had.

[Rybar]

Nice project, and your Z06 and RX7 look badass. Nicely done :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Nice project indeed.
Love the Z06, and that Datsun is NASTY!!!!:yes:

[lilcraigford]

Wow! By the looks of your previous builds, this is definitely going to be one to follow.

[cencalc6]

Nice progress and some real sweet rides you've had.

Nice project, and your Z06 and RX7 look badass. Nicely done :thumbsup:

Nice project indeed.
Love the Z06, and that Datsun is NASTY!!!!:yes:

Wow! By the looks of your previous builds, this is definitely going to be one to follow.

Thanks guys for the nice compliments :thumbsup:

I just finished putting the engine together it's a Forged LS3 418 stroker...Hopefully we can push 530+RWHP 500+RWTQ

-Mahle Crankshaft
-Mahle Rods
-Mahle Pistons
-WCCH CNC LS3 Heads
-RPM Motors Custom Cam
-ARP Rod bolts
-ARP Headbolts
-Ported Intake Manifold
-Ported TB

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[tones2SS]

Looking good cencal.:thumbsup:

[scottysimp7]

All your cars look great! Would love to see more pics of the 510. Is that a sr20 with turbo. Would love to see the intercooler and radiatior fab work. Is it a tight fit. My buddy has one and is looking at that engine swap.

[frankv11]

I second that request need more pics and info on datsun 510 that thing looks sick. that was my first car maybe some day ill fix one up

[cencalc6]

All your cars look great! Would love to see more pics of the 510. Is that a sr20 with turbo. Would love to see the intercooler and radiatior fab work. Is it a tight fit. My buddy has one and is looking at that engine swap.

I second that request need more pics and info on datsun 510 that thing looks sick. that was my first car maybe some day ill fix one up

Thanks for the compliments....I have to dig up my old hardrives for more pics of the Datsun.The car was powered by S15 SR20det 6 speed manual trans,Garett GT30, HKS Cams...The intercooler and radiator was made by a guy named Mario at TSR Fabrication.Very tight fit on the intecooler

[yumyumchoppers]

Jeigermeister!!!!!!

[GregWeld]

Subscribed

[gasfumes]

good luck with build looks awesome im also going to use scotts subframe should be delivered in 2 more weeks

[RECOVERY ROOM]

That 510 is the sh..t ! :thumbsup:

[98ssnova]

I really like all your cars but I do have to agree with every body else that datsun is sick. My buddy has one and they have really grown on me.

[tones2SS]

That 510 is the sh..t ! :thumbsup:

I said the same thing. That thing is NASTY!:yes: :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Cool cars! Really like the 510 and the Vette. :thumbsup: Keep the pictures coming as you make progress on the Camaro.

Thanks :thumbsup:

Jeigermeister!!!!!!

That machine keeps it real nice and cold :thumbsup: :cheers:

good luck with build looks awesome im also going to use scotts subframe should be delivered in 2 more weeks

Cool deal,I should have mine by Next week

That 510 is the sh..t ! :thumbsup:


I really like all your cars but I do have to agree with every body else that datsun is sick. My buddy has one and they have really grown on me.


I said the same thing. That thing is NASTY!:yes: :thumbsup:

I'll try to post up some more pics of the 510 later today

Thanks guys for the nice comments

[cencalc6]

Not much of an update....I worked on The Firewall,Cowl and Dash removal.
Also Repaired the Driver's side lower rocker panel.

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Started to sand down the rockers and I noticed a few pin holes on the Driver's side.For being a Newbie at welding I'm satified on how the repair came out.

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[waynieZ]

I'm no welder but it looks good to me. Nice tight fit on the patch. Thats a sweet motor.

[coolwelder62]

Very cool project.:thumbsup:

[Ralphlovs72chev]

I swear after tearing down a car i allways find atleast 10lbs of dirt and crud from many years..... your welding looks very good. Looks like nothing was removed:thumbsup: keep up the good work

[tones2SS]

Good looking work. Keep us posted.:thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

I've been out for a few weeks due to my Gall Bladder Surgery. It’s been a crazy Month for me......So this is were I'm at Now, The Firewall and Cowl are in place and ready to weld. Going Start removing the Floor pan and I should have the new floor Done by Next week. I’m using Scott Mock's Sub Frame very happy how all the suspension fell in place. Thanks again Scott for being very helpful :thumbsup: Right now I have my Fab shop making up New Billet steering arms. I’m also sending out the sub frame to the powder coater next week.


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[Ron in SoCal]

Looks good Phillip! Make sure the bracing is good when you take out that floor. Also, I have some steering arms you could use as a template if you need them? Hopefully save you on design time/$...

Edit: hope you're feelin' ok!

[cencalc6]

Looks good Phillip! Make sure the bracing is good when you take out that floor. Also, I have some steering arms you could use as a template if you need them? Hopefully save you on design time/$...

Edit: hope you're feelin' ok!

Thanks Ron,I'm feeling much better....I have the original steering arms that came with the frame already.The reason were making new pieces is to get a straight shot with the Rack.

[Ron in SoCal]

^ interesting. I saw that on my AME frame as well. According to Engineer Matt @ AME, as long as the rack arms stay level w the rack I will be fine; forward, even, or back of the rack do not effect it much. Further, Matt said they designed it that way intentionally to help w Ackerman (which I had to study to understand what language he was speaking...:) )

[coolwelder62]

Phillip look's Great.If you lenghten the steering arms it will slow down your steering.But it will give you more steering angle.W/ more steering angle you will have to watch your back spacing.:thumbsup:

[Rick D]

Nice project! Love the motor very nice :hail:

[cencalc6]

Phillip look's Great.If you lenghten the steering arms it will slow down your steering.But it will give you more steering angle.W/ more steering angle you will have to watch your back spacing.:thumbsup:

Thanks Scott, good to Know :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Nice project! Love the motor very nice :hail:

Thanks,I have a few Katech parts going on the motor to give it a little attitude :thumbsup:

[rwhite692]

Great looking project you have going Phillip, we need to see more Central Valley cars on Lat-g!

[cencalc6]

Great looking project you have going Phillip, we need to see more Central Valley cars on Lat-g!

Thanks for the comments and I agree,feel like i'm alone in here :D

[cencalc6]

It's been a slow process but I like to keep you guys updated.....The other day got a great deal on a ATS Trans Crossmember.These are specifically built for stock subframes but I ended up building some brackets to fit Scott's Frame.

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[Ron in SoCal]

Looks good Philip. Step by step Bro...:thumbsup:

[68SS2]

Phillip look's Great.If you lenghten the steering arms it will slow down your steering.But it will give you more steering angle.W/ more steering angle you will have to watch your back spacing.:thumbsup:

Wouldn't lengthening your steering arms give you less overall steering angle. The rack would move the same distance, but the longer arm would cause the angle to be less because of the lever affect.

Or am I looking at this wrong?

[Jgpclone]

that's a hell of a project man im sure it will (. Y .) whens its done.
those three cars u previously owned are my other dream cars specialy that datsun 510:beavis:

[waynieZ]

Nice job installing the cross member, Nice and rugged. Sweet Motor.

[cencalc6]

Looks good Philip. Step by step Bro...:thumbsup:

Thanks Ron,I would like to speed the process but Work has been really buisy for me.....I need a vacation or a full free weekend so I can go strong on the car.

that's a hell of a project man im sure it will (. Y .) whens its done.
those three cars u previously owned are my other dream cars specialy that datsun 510:beavis:

Thanks for the compliments

Nice job installing the cross member, Nice and rugged. Sweet Motor.

Thanks Wayne, I been following your build and it's been a great inspiration :thumbsup:

[rwhite692]

Philip that looks great. I wound up modifying an ATS crossmember, as well.

[68400BIRD]

It's been a slow process but I like to keep you guys updated.....The other day got a great deal on a ATS Trans Crossmember.These are specifically built for stock subframes but I ended up building some brackets to fit Scott's Frame.

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Will those cross member braces fit under the stock floor? Or are you going to have to do some more cutting.
Car is looking great, you have some pretty good skills.

[cencalc6]

Will those cross member braces fit under the stock floor? Or are you going to have to do some more cutting.
Car is looking great, you have some pretty good skills.

Good eye! :thumbsup: I actually have a new 1 piece floor going in soon,Went ahead and placed the new floor on the subframe and made sure I had clearance.Things can change though,when finalizing the fitment of the floor.

Thanks for the compliments

[cencalc6]

Philip that looks great. I wound up modifying an ATS crossmember, as well.

It's a very nice looking piece and I like the idea of it being a 3pc unit were it's easy to remove.

[senor_Camaro]

nice build, very very nice progress

[tones2SS]

Great updates!:thumbsup:

[coolwelder62]

Phillip,Those trans mount bracket look awesome.:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

"Thanks Wayne, I been following your build and it's been a great inspiration"

No thanks necessary . Your the one doing all the great work,You earned it. I wish I had you're talent.

[Ron in SoCal]

Hey Phillip...what bell housing is that on your T56?

[FadedSS]

Awesome work so far man! Keep up the great work

[cencalc6]

Hey Phillip...what bell housing is that on your T56?

It's a Factory GM Bell housing,The trans is a (level 4) from RPM Trasmissions.....

Awesome work so far man! Keep up the great work

Thanks! :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Small Update: I received my Sub Frame back form the powderdcoater....very Pleased on how it came out.I also received my AGR Rack today....Here's a few pics :thumbsup:

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[70rs]

Nice rack!:D

[coolwelder62]

Nice rack!:DX2.Lookin good Phillip.:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Subframe looks great.

[cencalc6]

Nice rack!:D

lol! Thanks for noticing :unibrow:

X2.Lookin good Phillip.:thumbsup:

Thanks Scott :thumbsup:

Subframe looks great.

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[tones2SS]

Very nice. The sub frame did come out great.

[Teetoe_Jones]

Nice mod to install that crossmember. Never seen anyone do that before.

Tyler

[coolwelder62]

Phil,Where did you pick up that cool crossmember.

[cencalc6]

Very nice. The sub frame did come out great.

Thanks Tone, I agree very happy how it came out....

Nice mod to install that crossmember. Never seen anyone do that before.

Tyler

Thanks Tyler :thumbsup:

Phil,Where did you pick up that cool crossmember.

ATS crossmember from Speedtech :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Update: Today I received all of my C6 suspension back from the polisher.....I also received part of my DSE rear suspension.


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[70rs]

Those front end parts look NICE!
Did you have them clear coated at all? I hate having to keep aluminum polished.

[coolwelder62]

Wow!! Phillip,That look's awesome.sway bar arm's look really good chromed.Are you going chrome the steering arm's too.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Those front end parts look NICE!
Did you have them clear coated at all? I hate having to keep aluminum polished.

No Clear but now that you mentioned it, I might do so :thumbsup:


Very nice!:thumbsup:

Thanks,Jay

Wow!! Phillip,That look's awesome.sway bar arm's look really good chromed.Are you going chrome the steering arm's too.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Thanks Scott,The steeering arms are going to be painted Black.I'm trying to keep that Black and polish look.....I really want to thank you for sending me a set of steering arms at No Cost.....As soon as I get the stainless hardware I will post some pics of the arms and the other member's set for comparisson :D

[Ron in SoCal]

Look great Phillip! You were right, it came out nice...:thumbsup:

Bad boy 416 looks factory!

Next time post sooner...:lol:

[waynieZ]

The parts look great on there they did a nice job.

[cencalc6]

Look great Phillip! You were right, it came out nice...:thumbsup:

Bad boy 416 looks factory!

Next time post sooner...:lol:

Thanks Ron :thumbsup: No more factory look on this LS3 :D I sent out my Katech Valve covers and a few other pieces to the powdercoater :cheers:

The parts look great on there they did a nice job.

Thanks Wayne :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Great stuff!:thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Just Finished welding up the 1pc Floor :cheers:

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[waynieZ]

Thats a big step forward. Sweet.

[coolwelder62]

Phillip,It look's like you got everything to fit up real nice.I got the steering arm's & trans cross member the other member made for you when he sold you my sub frame.Don't look very good.But the one's I made and sent to should be alot nicer.:thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

Nice job Phillip!

[cencalc6]

Thats a big step forward. Sweet.

Thanks :thumbsup:

Phillip,It look's like you got everything to fit up real nice.I got the steering arm's & trans cross member the other member made for you when he sold you my sub frame.Don't look very good.But the one's I made and sent to should be alot nicer.:thumbsup:

Thanks again Scott for all your help and for sending me the parts....I'm very happy how nice the floor went in,Excllent fitment with very minor tweaks :cheers:

Nice job Phillip!
Thanks Ron,going to start installing the DSE Quadralink pieces this week :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Great stuff!:thumbsup:

Thanks Tone!

[Lenie]

Nice job Phillip, almost to pretty to cover up with sound deadener.

[cencalc6]

Here's an Update....I Finished installing the Quadralink and modifying my trunk to allow an ease 3" tail pipes. Thanks to Jamess113 for his excellent photos that gave me the confidence to perform this Mod :thumbsup: I have alot of grinding to do,gotta hide those beginner welds :D

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[Ron in SoCal]

Looks good Phillip. Rock n roll, baby...:rockin:

[cencalc6]

Looks good Phillip. Rock n roll, baby...:rockin:

Thanks Ron, It's finally coming together.....starting up on the firewall soon

Looking good Phillip. :thumbsup: I'm glad the pictures helped you!

Thanks Jay :thumbsup:

[Jay Hilliard]

Nice fab work Phillip. Looks awesome man!

[CTorosian]

I'm in Fresno too! looking forward to following this build.

[waynieZ]

Great work Phillip you did an excelent job.

[Rybar]

Yup, very nice work. :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Nice fab work Phillip. Looks awesome man!

Thanks Jay :thumbsup:

I'm in Fresno too! looking forward to following this build.

Anytime you want come see it in person, your more than welcome :thumbsup:

Great work Phillip you did an excelent job.

Thanks Wayne for the compliment.... just learning as I go :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Yup, very nice work. :thumbsup:

Thanks Rybar :thumbsup:

[unplugged4]

Sick build! Hahaha Small world cencalc6...You probably don't recall but you called me about about 2 years ago when we both were on the corvette forum Bitching about a certain 3 piece wheel company!!! Your Camaro is turning out top notch! My '69 GTO should be ready to go shortly!

[cencalc6]

Sick build! Hahaha Small world cencalc6...You probably don't recall but you called me about about 2 years ago when we both were on the corvette forum Bitching about a certain 3 piece wheel company!!! Your Camaro is turning out top notch! My '69 GTO should be ready to go shortly!

I remember that whole Wheel Mess! :willy: The company made a full recovery sice the last owners.It's crazy I've been running into a few members here from the CF! I still miss the Vette at times.... Post pics of your GTO when it's it done.Thanks for the comments :thumbsup:

[sunoco67]

Can you attach more pictures on the body dolly (jig) and how you supported the body when you removed the 1 pc floor pan.. Thanks in advance

[70Nova]

Phillip,

Whose brackets are you using on the 9" ends for the calipers?

Thanks,
Jon

[cencalc6]

Can you attach more pictures on the body dolly (jig) and how you supported the body when you removed the 1 pc floor pan.. Thanks in advance

I try to get you some pics by tonight....The car is supported by the rockers on each corner and by the rear frame rails.


Phillip,

Whose brackets are you using on the 9" ends for the calipers?

Thanks,
Jon

The brackets were purchased from Tobin at Kore3 here's his website.Give him a call at he will take care of you. :thumbsup:
http://www.kore3.com/index.php

[settintrendz]

Great job Phillip. Comin out killer! It was good talking to you today. I'll call you tomorrow.

[cencalc6]

Great job Phillip. Comin out killer! It was good talking to you today. I'll call you tomorrow.

Thanks Adam

[sunoco67]

Any chance of attaching photos of your Jig/dolly you made for the body to sit on. I am hoping to have my car ready to remove the floor pan in the next couple of weeks.

[daytonayellaz]

Nice build Phillip! The C6 Looks awesome as well....:cheers:

[cencalc6]

Any chance of attaching photos of your Jig/dolly you made for the body to sit on. I am hoping to have my car ready to remove the floor pan in the next couple of weeks.

I forgot about you,will definetly get you those pics up by Tommorow.

Nice build Phillip! The C6 Looks awesome as well....:cheers:

Thanks Buddy :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Here's a couple pics of the Body Cart.

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_0738-1.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_0733-1.jpg

[cheby2]

Great work !

[cencalc6]

Update 4-6-12

I'm about 95% done on the Firewall.... I'm very please on how it's turning out!


http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1265.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1262.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1264.jpg

[War]

Nice work Phillip:thumbsup:

[coolwelder62]

Nice work Phillip:thumbsup:X2,:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Rick D]

Nice work, so what sub frame did you end going with? What's the deal on that lift I see next to you car?

[cencalc6]

Nice work Phillip:thumbsup:

X2,:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Thanks Jason & Scott :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Nice work, so what sub frame did you end going with? What's the deal on that lift I see next to you car?

Thanks,The Subframe is Still in the works as soon as I get it I'll post some pics....The MaxJax Lift is a Portable 2 post Lift the fits under 8ft Ceilings...It's been really handy for me. :thumbsup:

[John510]

Firewall looks good! Nice and clean

[Jgpclone]

looks good man

[cencalc6]

Firewall looks good! Nice and clean

Thanks John!

[cencalc6]

looks good man

Thanks :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Looking good Phillip!!!!! :thumbsup:

I must give it to you guys that do this for a living....It took me countless hours to reach this point.....Thanks Again Jay for the Great Help/Advice :thumbsup: :cheers:

[mrr1999]

Firewall looks great! What panel did you use on it? DSE?

[cencalc6]

Firewall looks great! What panel did you use on it? DSE?

Thanks! I used the DSE Firewall Plate....I cut out the exact size of the plate then butt welded left,right and bottom of the panel...The top was grinded down flat and tack welded.

[frankv11]

just went throught your thread phil very nice job:thumbsup: , sent you an email hopefully it can help you out

[cencalc6]

just went throught your thread phil very nice job:thumbsup: , sent you an email hopefully it can help you out

Thanks Frank for the comments,I also got your email that will definetly help me out :cheers:

[settintrendz]

Lookin' Great Man!!! Good job on that firewall.

[cencalc6]

Decided to redo my Firewall once again :willy: A little more sanding/grinding and it should be 100% finished :yes:

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_0792-1.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_0958.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_0957-1.jpg

[camcojb]

might as well get what you want, don't settle. :thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

Looks great Phillip :cheers:

[GregWeld]

Not knowing what it looked like "the first time" --- I'll just take a guess that you weren't happy with it. Good for you! It takes a lot of stones to be able to stand back after putting a lot of work into something and say ----- shizel..... I can do that better. I applaud you for that!

:cheers: :thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

Don't feel bad we did 3 or 4 on the truck.

As for your firewall I think this is one of the nicest I've seen

[GregWeld]

scrolled back to see what you did before vs now --- Yeah buddy! Looks good!

[Richio1]

Not knowing what it looked like "the first time" --- I'll just take a guess that you weren't happy with it. Good for you! It takes a lot of stones to be able to stand back after putting a lot of work into something and say ----- shizel..... I can do that better. I applaud you for that!

:cheers: :thumbsup:

100% correct. Takes stones and a full wallet. :woot:

[cencalc6]

might as well get what you want, don't settle. :thumbsup:

lol! :D Don't know if my wife will agree, but that's a chance I'll take :unibrow:

Looks great Phillip :cheers:

Thanks, Ron :thumbsup:

Not knowing what it looked like "the first time" --- I'll just take a guess that you weren't happy with it. Good for you! It takes a lot of stones to be able to stand back after putting a lot of work into something and say ----- shizel..... I can do that better. I applaud you for that!

:cheers: :thumbsup:

Your 100% correct! after looking at a few builds it really gave me the encourage to redo it...Thanks Greg for the kind words :thumbsup:

Don't feel bad we did 3 or 4 on the truck.

As for your firewall I think this is one of the nicest I've seen

Thank you Marty for the great Comment! :cheers:

[cencalc6]

100% correct. Takes stones and a full wallet. :woot:

:thumbsup:

[frankv11]

Looks good. Makes me want to do mine over:D

[settintrendz]

Looking Killer Phillip! Great Job!!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Decided to redo my Firewall once again :willy: A little more sanding/grinding and it should be 100% finished :yes:


http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_0957-1.jpg

much better but I would have continued the gutter body line all the way to the drivers side. Nice work. :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

UPDATE 12-07-12: It's a late update, After I sold my 1st subframe I was conteplating what other Frame I wanted to go with...I was really considering a DSE unit but my budget at the time was not allowing me....I then asked a Vendor here about his new frame and that I was very interested. We both agree on price and the time of build....Basically that was a total waste of my time and it held back my progress :willy: :mad: After that mess I called up Scott Mock that I was really interested in his new design frame and that I wanted it asap....Well It was NO surprise to me how well Scott Mock takes care of his customers...After Payment was sent, I had my New Frame at my Door in 3 weeks :thumbsup: :cheers: All I can say is that This New Frame is piece art...Excellent quality work by Scott.

Here's a few pics with engine in place,I will also add that my Kooks 1-7/8 headers fit perfectly with excellent ground clearance....They are actually even with the frame rails :hail: :cheers:



http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1053.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1032.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1049.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1040.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1050.jpg

[GregWeld]

NICE!


And we all know Scott is DA MAIN EVENT!


:thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

Looks great.

I really like how the lines in the firewall line up nicely with the Motor.

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1053.jpg

[Ron in SoCal]

Top shelf Phillip! :thumbsup:

Tell me about the Holly? Did you go with their complete EFI kit? Give me a call so we can shoot the sh*t...:)

[coolwelder62]

UPDATE 12-07-12: It's a late update, After I sold my 1st subframe I was conteplating what other Frame I wanted to go with...I was really considering a DSE unit but my budget at the time was not allowing me....I then asked a Vendor here about his new frame and that I was very interested. We both agree on price and the time of build....Basically that was a total waste of my time and it held back my progress :willy: :mad: After that mess I called up Scott Mock that I was really interested in his new design frame and that I wanted it asap....Well It was NO surprise to me how well Scott Mock takes care of his customers...After Payment was sent, I had my New Frame at my Door in 3 weeks :thumbsup: :cheers: All I can say is that This New Frame is piece art...Excellent quality work by Scott.

Here's a few pics with engine in place,I will also add that my Kooks 1-7/8 headers fit perfectly with excellent ground clearance....They are actually even with the frame rails :hail: :cheers:



http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1053.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1032.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1049.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1040.jpg

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1050.jpgPhillip,Thank's so much.I may have too rise my PRICE's now.:rofl:

[coolwelder62]

NICE!


And we all know Scott is DA MAIN EVENT!


:thumbsup:Greg,Is that good :D or bad!!!!!!!!!!! :mad:

[Ron in SoCal]

Greg,Is that good :D or bad!!!!!!!!!!! :mad:

You're getting old Granpa. :lol: That's a compliment :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

NICE!


And we all know Scott is DA MAIN EVENT!


:thumbsup:

Thanks Greg! :thumbsup:

Looks great.

I really like how the lines in the firewall line up nicely with the Motor.

http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n461/cencalc6/DSC_1053.jpg

lol! I just noticed that too...Thanks Marty

Top shelf Phillip! :thumbsup:

Tell me about the Holly? Did you go with their complete EFI kit? Give me a call so we can shoot the sh*t...:)

Thanks Ron! but I'm not running a holley EFI system,just using the fuel rails to go with my Ported OEM Intake...I'll give you a call tommorow :thumbsup:

Phillip,Thank's so much.I may have too rise my PRICE's now.:rofl:

:lol: :cheers:

[frankv11]

Everything is looking good Phil. Your making me want to do firewall over:D
Outstanding job

[cencalc6]

Everything is looking good Phil. Your making me want to do firewall over:D
Outstanding job

Thanks Frank,I'm very glad to have the new frame in place....Now I can finish up welding up the Sub-frame connectors,trans member,raise the trans tunnel, the list goes on....lol! man that firewall took me a long time make, I don't know if I can do that again :willy: but at the end I look back and I'm very pleased how it turned out. :cheers:

[Sieg]

Looking real good Phil! :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Very Nice!

[wrighton]

Very Nice Build Phil, First Off, I always perk up when I see Fresno anywhere, as I was born and raised in the NO or Fresburg what ever they are calling it these days. I left in 92 for service, college, and now reside north of seattle, but always try to go back once a year to soak up some central valley sunshine, a trip to pine flat or Kings River for a V drive boat ride.

A matter of fact my 69 camaro was earned by working after scool and weekends for at my grandfathers carlot back in the day on old hwy 41 near caruthers. Old Airplane on top of small gas station.

Didnt mean to thread jack. But Nice Progress on the build.

I recently made a transaction with Scott to secure one of his subframes. And have been pondering which way to go for the rear suspension. I will be watching closely on your exhaust set up, as that was my concern with exhaust.

Keep up the great work.

[cencalc6]

Very Nice!

Thanks Wayne!

Very Nice Build Phil, First Off, I always perk up when I see Fresno anywhere, as I was born and raised in the NO or Fresburg what ever they are calling it these days. I left in 92 for service, college, and now reside north of seattle, but always try to go back once a year to soak up some central valley sunshine, a trip to pine flat or Kings River for a V drive boat ride.

A matter of fact my 69 camaro was earned by working after scool and weekends for at my grandfathers carlot back in the day on old hwy 41 near caruthers. Old Airplane on top of small gas station.

Didnt mean to thread jack. But Nice Progress on the build.

I recently made a transaction with Scott to secure one of his subframes. And have been pondering which way to go for the rear suspension. I will be watching closely on your exhaust set up, as that was my concern with exhaust.

Keep up the great work.

Born in Los Angeles but raised in Fresno.....What I like about this town is that im only 2hrs away from a Beach and 1hr away from the beautiful view of yosemite......Other than the Bad Summer heat and cold winters, Its a Nice place live......You wont be dissapointed with Scott's frame.I'm using DSE's quadralink with a little tweaking to get my proper ride height....I'm also in the middle of gathering all my 3" exhaust parts for test fitting.

Thanks for the comments :thumbsup:

[efs69]

Nice work!!! Any updates?

On the first frame you had what rack did you use? is it powdercoated?:thankyou:

[coolwelder62]

Phillip :thankyou: for the kind word's.Hope everything keeps working great for you.

[cencalc6]

Nice work!!! Any updates?

On the first frame you had what rack did you use? is it powdercoated?:thankyou:

I Should have a few pics by next week....The rack.on the last frame was AGR unit,The Frame still needs a few things to be welded on before its get powder coated....Thanks for comments.


Phillip :thankyou: for the kind word's.Hope everything keeps working great for you.

Thanks, Scott

[efs69]

Any updates?

Thanks

[MX145]

Phillip, this is quite a build! Nice work! Your other projects are very nice too. I especially like the look of the vette.

[cencalc6]

Any updates?

Thanks

Phillip, this is quite a build! Nice work! Your other projects are very nice too. I especially like the look of the vette.

Thanks everybody for the compliments, I have lacked in giving up some updates on my build...My computer crashed and I have not replaced it :underchair: Since the last update I have finished the sub frame connectors,im 90% done with transmission tunnel and im currently working on the transmission crossmember....I promise to have some pic's up shortly

[cencalc6]

UPDATE! Guys I'm giving up on this project...Too many things going on and I just don't have the time to work on it....It was a fun and learning experience.

As of right now I'm parting out the car, so look out for the classifieds for smoking deals.

[Flash68]

Bummer dude. :(

[Ron in SoCal]

Sorry to hear this Phillip! Always enjoyed you updates....

x2! I hope all is well with you Phillip :cheers:

[cencalc6]

Bummer dude. :(

Sorry to hear this Phillip! Always enjoyed you updates....

x2! I hope all is well with you Phillip :cheers:

Thanks Guys! everything is great, just I need a little extra cash to open up a small mechanic shop....I'm constantly working on other cars and never have time to work on mine.

[GregWeld]

WOW!! So sorry to hear this -- but I'm happy that you're going to start your own business! Good for you! Make it grow and then have someone else build you a car because you're too busy making so much money you don't have the time!



EEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAA

[frankv11]

What a bummer Philip. Really like your work. hope all is good. I been at the threshold of making that same move. Good luck :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Sorry to see this but its for a great reason. I hope it all works out well for you.

[cencalc6]

WOW!! So sorry to hear this -- but I'm happy that you're going to start your own business! Good for you! Make it grow and then have someone else build you a car because you're too busy making so much money you don't have the time!



EEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAA


What a bummer Philip. Really like your work. hope all is good. I been at the threshold of making that same move. Good luck :thumbsup:

Sorry to see this but its for a great reason. I hope it all works out well for you.

It was a tough choice but I think it's the best thing to do right now, your right Greg hopefully I make it well and hopefully I can buy somebody's finished project.

Thanks again guys :thumbsup: