1969 Camaro at the Roadster Shop [Archive]

Roadster Shop

08-07-2011, 09:52 AM

Here is a 69 Camaro that we started a few months back for a local customer. He brought in a driver quality car and wanted to really take it to the next level. Unhappy with the ride, the power, the interior, or exterior, the plan was for a complete overhaul to bring the car up to today's standards. Not a full blown track car, but something that he could drive across country comfortably and still be in contention at local auto-X events.

Still in the planning phase on a lot of things, but here are the basics to get started.
Roadster Shop Fast Track Chassis System
14" Wilwoods
D/A Afco coilovers
550-600 HP LS3
T-56 Magnum trans
18's and 20's
Several subtle body mods
All black with matte black and red accents

Original car
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17621.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17642.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17635.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17649.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17691.jpg

Roadster Shop

08-07-2011, 09:54 AM

Disassembly revealed a few surprises:
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17682.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17685.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17870.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17949.jpg

Off to be media blasted
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture17981.jpg

garickman

08-07-2011, 09:59 AM

Roadster Shop

08-07-2011, 10:01 AM

The body ended up in worse condition than we had originally thought. It was not horrible, but not great. Some one had patched the floors and did a custom quarter panel installation on both sides. The doors and fenders had some previous work as well. The car now needed floors, quarters, door skins, and lower fenders.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture18656.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture18669.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture18691.jpg

The body was then squared and fixtured and the panel repair began.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture18757.jpg

Floor and firewall were cut out to begin repairs.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture19079.jpg

Roadster Shop

08-07-2011, 10:09 AM

The chassis was built while we were waiting for parts to come in.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture18847.jpg

New center crossmember design that will be used on all production chassis.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20011.jpg

New mid and side braces added in to the chassis to increase rigidity as well as add detail.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20006.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture19996.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20001.jpg

Roadster Shop

08-07-2011, 10:13 AM

Would this be the same camaro I saw in the background of recently posted picture of another build? You know, the one with the Nelson Twin turbo sitting in it.:D Either way, I'm sure it will be another award winner.

This is the same car that you saw with the Nelson motor in it. But, the motor is not actually going in this car. We are building another 69 Camaro with that 572 twin turbo Nelson motor in it. We are just starting the chassis and wanted to fit the motor in this Camaro to see if any changes would need to be made to the chassis or cross members for the motor and turbos to clear.

We also have a 1,300 + HP Nelson twin turbo small block in the show room that is going in a 2nd gen shortly.

Fluid Power

08-07-2011, 10:17 AM

Awesome. I enjoy the posts and looking around the shop.

One question off topic, can you tell me about the photo of the rear of the cobra that is on the wall in one of the views of the camaro?

Thanks,

Darren

garickman

08-07-2011, 10:21 AM

This is the same car that you saw with the Nelson motor in it. But, the motor is not actually going in this car. We are building another 69 Camaro with that 572 twin turbo Nelson motor in it. We are just starting the chassis and wanted to fit the motor in this Camaro to see if any changes would need to be made to the chassis or cross members for the motor and turbos to clear.

We also have a 1,300 + HP Nelson twin turbo small block in the show room that is going in a 2nd gen shortly.

YEAH!! Like that's really fair to the rest of us:( Keep up the good work, it is truly amazing what comes out of that shop.

strtcar

08-07-2011, 05:56 PM

Looks great. Two questions 1) who do you use for media blast, I want to get my 70 chevelle blasted. 2) What body bushings do you guys use on your builds?

Rick D

08-07-2011, 07:02 PM

I just love that frame, would love to have one of those under my Camaro. Also does the owner of this Camaro want to sell the trans?

214Chevy

08-07-2011, 07:46 PM

I'm seated, buckled in and ready for this ride. Lets go!! :drive:

primo

08-07-2011, 09:37 PM

oh that is killer, a nelson 572 twin turbo in a 69 camaro wow that is so cool, you guys are so neat, wow the things you guys do are just so neat:woot: :woot:

Roadster Shop

08-08-2011, 07:07 AM

Looks great. Two questions 1) who do you use for media blast, I want to get my 70 chevelle blasted. 2) What body bushings do you guys use on your builds?

We use a place in Janesville, WI for blasting. Can't think of the name right now. The body bushings are Energy Suspension.

Roadster Shop

08-08-2011, 07:09 AM

I just love that frame, would love to have one of those under my Camaro. Also does the owner of this Camaro want to sell the trans?

The engine, trans, wheels, sub-frame, and rear end are already sold and gone... Sorry.

Roadster Shop

08-08-2011, 01:07 PM

Renderings of the car completed by Chris Gray. We are going for a modernized version of the 1969 Camaro with a few subtle details to enhance the look with out taking away from the original lines of the car.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/69WEBsize-1.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/69WEBsize2-1.jpg

GHOSTDANCER

08-08-2011, 01:16 PM

:hail: :hail: :hail: :cheers:

Rick D

08-08-2011, 01:29 PM

All I see is little red X's

Rybar

08-08-2011, 03:18 PM

That is pretty cool, I like the wheels in the rendering. :thumbsup:

tones2SS

08-08-2011, 05:36 PM

Very cool. I will be watching this one as well as your other builds. Always good to see great work on these cars. That rendering looks great too!

orangevert

08-08-2011, 07:19 PM

Al Moreno

08-08-2011, 07:33 PM

Im digging the rear spoiler:hail:

Didn't even notice that, good eye and I agree, nice touch.

56pickup

08-08-2011, 07:36 PM

killer looking! gonna be a nice car when done thats for sure! :thumbsup:

coolwelder62

08-08-2011, 07:45 PM

kovert

08-08-2011, 10:23 PM

Car is killer love those wheels!!!!!

wellis77

08-08-2011, 11:23 PM

I'm REAL excited to see this one come together. I love those wheels too!

Roadster Shop

08-10-2011, 11:04 AM

Further progress on the panel replacement.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20534.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20540.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20625.jpg

Roadster Shop

08-10-2011, 11:25 AM

Smoothing out the firewall.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture19451.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20124.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20270.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20257.jpg

DOOM

08-10-2011, 11:30 AM

Looks great !!! I no thats not the wheel going on the car but its the exact wheel I'm using.Finally get to see what there going to look like 0n my car thanx!!!! That a 20 in the back..

strtcar

08-10-2011, 11:45 AM

Looks great, who do you use for replacement body panels? I'm thinking AMD for my 70 Chevelle.

HRBS

08-10-2011, 11:59 AM

i am sad to see the cragars and lakewood traction bars not being recycled into the project.

Roadster Shop

08-10-2011, 04:41 PM

i am sad to see the cragars and lakewood traction bars not being recycled into the project.

We were having problems fitting 14" rotors in to 15" wheels so the old Cragars had to go.:lol:

66GTFB

08-10-2011, 05:00 PM

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20625.jpg

Please tell me you're going to do a build thread of the 65/66 Mustang Fastback in the background?

waynieZ

08-10-2011, 05:40 PM

I love the project, and what you did on the firewall. That rendering is sweet!

tones2SS

08-10-2011, 05:45 PM

Very nice. You guys do killer work.:yes:
I can't wait to see this one done.

Roadster Shop

08-20-2011, 03:51 PM

We have made some great progress in the past week on the car. Passenger side quarter has been installed and modified to fit. We widened the mini-tubs and finished the install. Started on to the driver side quarter and fitment. Also fit the front end and completed the driver side inner fender.

We started by fitting the passenger side quarter and noticed that we could drive a truck between it and the door.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20631.jpg

The latch pillar portion was cut off the main quarter and the quarter was then fit where it needed to go. A filler strip added to bridge the needed space.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20651.jpg

Tacked in place. The door still needs some attention to finish getting the gap 100% correct.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20712.jpg

Final welded and metal finished

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20858.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20857.jpg

Roadster Shop

08-20-2011, 04:17 PM

A taller tire and lower ride height in the rear didn't give enough clearance with the standard deep tubs. The tubs were split and widened to allow for the 335 20" PS2's in the back.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21075.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21089.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21096.jpg

Roadster Shop

08-20-2011, 04:19 PM

Cleaned up the flange on the inner fender and extended it over the upper shock mount and control arm.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21100.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21137.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21141.jpg

Also started welding up the seam between the fender and lower valance corner.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21135.jpg

Frankenstine

08-20-2011, 04:34 PM

Sweet build guys, gonna follow this one, ? who's replacment metal you guys using? and who's wheels are those that are on the mock up?
Thanks

mexMan

08-20-2011, 06:01 PM

There's people who can't afford aftermarket wheels, this guys use aftermarket wheels for mockup :P Looks great.

coolwelder62

08-20-2011, 07:42 PM

Nice work.:thumbsup: I love my Lincoln Tig 275.Look's like you guy's like them too.:thumbsup:

08Z06

08-30-2011, 11:05 AM

Nice build, busy shop looks like alot going on.

Roadster Shop

09-02-2011, 05:06 PM

We have made some serious progress in the past week while I was on the road at Good Guys Pleasanton and the Super Chevy Suspension Shoot Out. It is always good to come back from a week on the road and see a lot of progress.

Both quarters have been completely installed and both inner fenders have been completed. All of the metal work to get the car back to a solid starting point has been wrapped up, so we can now move on to the custom fabrication.

We fabbed up the louvers for the stock hood to give it a little better look.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21312.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21316.jpg

Cut the stock "gills" out of the quarters and have begun the new inset scoop look.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21319.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21321.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21322.jpg

Roadster Shop

09-02-2011, 05:18 PM

A few shots of the new gills/ fins that will go into the quarter opening.

Started with rough cut aluminum

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21368.jpg

Then began cleaning up and radiusing the edges

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21370.jpg

Once the shape was finalized, we went back and subtly curved the pieces to match the curve of the body.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21373.jpg

waynieZ

09-02-2011, 05:25 PM

I like all the changes. The hood louvers look sweet.

randy

09-02-2011, 05:53 PM

love the hood. Wonder how they would look on the side of a cowl hood

Jay Hilliard

09-03-2011, 06:24 PM

Very nice work guys. I like the louvers on the SS hood, but also like the idea of louvers on side of a cowl hood. I picture something to the effect of the louvers on a 66 big block vette hood. Functional louvers of course :yes:

coolwelder62

09-03-2011, 06:32 PM

:thumbsup:

tones2SS

09-06-2011, 05:33 PM

Awesome work. Love the ideas going into this car.
Those hood louvers look 100% better.:thumbsup:

Roadster Shop

09-07-2011, 06:07 PM

A little more progress on the Camaro.

We have finished up the gills in the 1/4's.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21379.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21378.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21376.jpg

Roadster Shop

09-07-2011, 06:11 PM

We have also begun the fab work on the rear spoiler.

Initial shape layout and beginning to fab the rear face of the spoiler to get an idea on the rear cut out.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21369.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21368-1.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21367.jpg

Roadster Shop

09-07-2011, 06:14 PM

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21385.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21383.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21380.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21390.jpg

Rick D

09-07-2011, 08:30 PM

Roadster Shop

09-21-2011, 06:07 PM

I don't know I'm not feeling the spoiler, maybe when it's finished. Are you going to do anything with the rear body panel under the rear bumper?? I am going to redo mine and would love to see it. Also I see Jim's Eldo next to the Camaro :unibrow:

Rick, we weren't sure on the rear spoiler either so that was put on hold while we address the rear body panel. We are back on the spoiler now and have made some changes.

Roadster Shop

09-21-2011, 06:11 PM

Here is the work on the rear body panel/lower valance

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21400.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21477.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21533.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21558.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21565.jpg

Roadster Shop

09-21-2011, 06:14 PM

It is basically completed at this point. Some minor welding and metal finishing left do do and then on to the custom exhaust tips.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21577.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21581.jpg

Roadster Shop

09-21-2011, 06:18 PM

Started back in on the spoiler today. Changed the width of the opening, changed the angle and height of the shape as well.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21833.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21837.jpg

sales@jcg

09-21-2011, 07:00 PM

anouther killer car coming down the pipe line... I'm sure this one will come along just as fast amazing work guys!

RS-Chris

10-05-2011, 06:44 AM

A couple of updates now the spoiler is wrapped up. The aim with this piece was to keep a stock 'appearing' spoiler with just enough of a subtle difference to make you look twice!

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k590/CGRAY81/DSC05263.jpg
http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k590/CGRAY81/DSC05262.jpg
http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k590/CGRAY81/DSC05260.jpg
http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k590/CGRAY81/DSC05258.jpg
http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k590/CGRAY81/DSC05257.jpg
http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k590/CGRAY81/DSC05255.jpg

214Chevy

10-05-2011, 06:58 AM

I can't speak for these other guys, but I love the spoiler. :thumbsup: Hell, I love anything RS does. :hail: :hail:

Ketzer

10-05-2011, 08:10 AM

Nice to see the effort to do an old school bolt-on look. So much of the current style is to mold and smooth and blend (which is great, but this is even cooler).

Jeff-

RS-Chris

10-05-2011, 08:33 AM

Nice to see the effort to do an old school bolt-on look. So much of the current style is to mold and smooth and blend (which is great, but this is even cooler).

Jeff-

We agree- we ruled out smoothing the spoiler into the body almost straight away. While it has its place, it's just not for the look of this car.

10-05-2011, 09:49 AM

The spoiler is looking awesome.

Did you build the spoiler for looks, or are you trying to achieve a more aerodynamic rear for this car?

RS-Chris

10-05-2011, 10:10 AM

Its really just for looks.
Although if it helps the aerodynamics, we will absolutely claim to have planned it...! :thumbsup:

coolwelder62

10-05-2011, 10:19 AM

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

slenning

10-05-2011, 11:41 AM

I like that spoiler a lot :thumbsup: great job

Roadster Shop

10-15-2011, 06:06 PM

A little more progress on the Camaro. Just finished up the fabricating the exhaust tips. Stripped and metal finished the rear bumper and finished a few loose ends on the lower valance.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219021.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219035.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219077.jpg

Roadster Shop

10-15-2011, 06:08 PM

A few completed shots.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219081.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219080.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219078.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219082.jpg

GoolsbyCustoms

10-15-2011, 07:26 PM

I'd really like to see " y'all" try and fabricate a few pieces instead of just bolting on whatever you can get out of a catalog :D

tmadden

10-16-2011, 05:40 AM

That is just plain Bad Azz!!!

Ketzer

10-16-2011, 08:52 AM

I'd really like to see " y'all" try and fabricate a few pieces instead of just bolting on whatever you can get out of a catalog :D

:lol:

Roadster Shop

10-16-2011, 09:15 AM

I'd really like to see " y'all" try and fabricate a few pieces instead of just bolting on whatever you can get out of a catalog :D

Hey, JC Whitney has some pretty cool stuff!

Roll Tide!

6D9 Matt

11-09-2011, 01:39 PM

Wow... this is a nice build. And that spoiler is BEAUTIFUL!

Great work... keep it up! :thumbsup:

RS-Chris

11-16-2011, 01:23 PM

A couple more updates on some of the details on the car -
Some under-hood detail:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219491.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219495.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219561.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219689.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219692.jpg

RS-Chris

11-16-2011, 01:34 PM

Tucking and shaping the front bumper to fit with the fenders and grille opening.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0019.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0018.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0017.jpg

Fabrication of a new front spoiler to compliment the Marquez front valance. Also with the same theme as other areas of the car with a factory-ish silhouette but with a more modern and updated feel to the details.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219729.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture219727.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0031.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0036.jpg

Al Moreno

11-16-2011, 02:39 PM

Very nice. :thumbsup:

drednot

11-16-2011, 02:45 PM

Wow!!! Awesome work.

69Pressurized

11-16-2011, 03:26 PM

Very nice job on the rear lower valance. That is often an area that is overlooked on custom builds.

Teetoe_Jones

11-16-2011, 03:47 PM

Great metal work and very tasteful mods. I'd like to see you guys make the louvers in the factory SS hood be an actual intake/filter that goes into a Kinsler manifold.

Tyler

tones2SS

11-16-2011, 05:30 PM

Great stuff guys. The tucked in bumper looks awesome.

Jay Hilliard

11-16-2011, 05:52 PM

Great metal work and very tasteful mods. I'd like to see you guys make the louvers in the factory SS hood be an actual intake/filter that goes into a Kinsler manifold.

Tyler

x2...that would be sweet!

Ron in SoCal

11-16-2011, 06:01 PM

Great metal work and very tasteful mods. I'd like to see you guys make the louvers in the factory SS hood be an actual intake/filter that goes into a Kinsler manifold.

Tyler

Exactly what I'd expect from you Tyler...:captain:

Ralphlovs72chev

11-17-2011, 06:16 AM

Nice spoiler. Looks killer. Nice touch to the front end.

coolwelder62

11-17-2011, 10:16 AM

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: Outstanding.

Ummgawa

11-17-2011, 02:14 PM

Coolwelder took my word. The next superlative is mine. :thumbsup:

RS-Chris

11-17-2011, 02:35 PM

A couple more shots now it's on the ground -
(Actual front wheel will be spaced outward more - these are just rollers)

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0090.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0099.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0097.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0100.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0095.jpg

DOOM

11-17-2011, 04:09 PM

:faint: The stance is perfect!! How much more are you coming out with the front wheel?? Is that a Marquez front lower valance?

ScotI

11-17-2011, 05:11 PM

The wheel sizes were mentioned early on but I was wondering if it was still an 18/20 combo? The rears sit nice.

tones2SS

11-17-2011, 05:29 PM

:faint: The stance is perfect!!

What Mario said here. Looks great.

tmadden

11-17-2011, 05:40 PM

Very very nice. Love the stance!!!

melman109

11-17-2011, 05:41 PM

:wow: :wow: :wow: Very nice!! :thumbsup:

War

11-17-2011, 08:09 PM

Nice work. I really like to see more of that hood and what you did on the louvers.

Musclerodz

11-17-2011, 08:30 PM

A bolt on front valance???? I would expect nothing less than one just like it in metal. your slacking.......:thumbsup:

HOLOHAN'S HOT ROD SHOP

11-18-2011, 05:10 AM

Looks great guys, nice work

RS-Chris

11-18-2011, 02:21 PM

Nice work. I really like to see more of that hood and what you did on the louvers.

Jason - I couldn't find any in-progress pics but they were just intended as a modernized version of the factory louvers.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/2-1.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0121.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture21313.jpg

Rybar

11-18-2011, 04:11 PM

That looks pretty sick on the ground. Nice work guys :thumbsup:

Roadster Shop

12-01-2011, 10:11 AM

A few more updates on this car. We have finished all of the bmetal work and it is now in the body and paint phase. We have stripped the car, metal prepped it, primed everything and have reassembled the car. Body work will begin shortly after all of the panels are final aligned.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture220016.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture220014.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture220020.jpg

Jay Hilliard

12-01-2011, 10:51 AM

Looks great. Very nice work. :thumbsup:

coolwelder62

12-01-2011, 11:55 AM

Looks great. Very nice work. :thumbsup:What he said.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

mrr1999

12-01-2011, 01:11 PM

Great work! Love the side vents and exhaust cutouts.

GregWeld

12-01-2011, 08:20 PM

In the Pacific NorthWET those were called ICE CUBE TRAYS -- because they'd fill up with water and then freeze....

I like your open versions! Nice!

Gandalf

12-01-2011, 09:09 PM

VERY nice work! And I want a tour of that shop one day - very clean, organised and oh yeah - huge!

Gregg

DBL NKL

12-01-2011, 09:58 PM

Got one word for this build. Wicked! :hail:

mdprovee

12-02-2011, 09:26 AM

Love the hood louvers. Really like that idea.

whytry

12-02-2011, 10:01 AM

I really like the exhaust exiting like that!!! great work...

Roadster Shop

02-10-2012, 02:09 PM

Time for an update on this build. We have been going steady on the body and prep work for the last 2 months. The car is now in the paint stage and beginning to layout color.

Primed and ready for blocking.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221213.jpg

Final prime. Ready for final blocking and then into the booth.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221340.jpg

Rhino Linned the bottom of the car for a clean, durable finish.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221657.jpg

And a few painted panels,
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221465.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221553.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221557.jpg

All of the parts for the car have now been painted. The body is next in line to be sprayed. The chassis came back from powder coating and the assembly will now begin.

mild2wild

02-10-2012, 02:58 PM

Looking great guys, as usual.

GHOSTDANCER

02-10-2012, 03:21 PM

Can't wait :yes: :yes: :yes:

tubbed69

02-10-2012, 04:35 PM

car really looks great,wondering who makes lower valance?

coolwelder62

02-10-2012, 05:00 PM

I think I saw a small pc.of dirt in the frt.corner of the Hood.:P

Darrell

02-10-2012, 05:36 PM

Hood looks perfect,BLACK,like it,like it a lot!!!,Jason what do you think of the color :lol: :lol:

garickman

02-10-2012, 09:57 PM

car really looks great,wondering who makes lower valance?

They may have made their own, but it looks like it is from Marquez Design.

waynieZ

02-10-2012, 10:36 PM

Paint and body look great.

RS-Chris

02-11-2012, 05:19 AM

They may have made their own, but it looks like it is from Marquez Design.

Correct - thanks Greg! It's a Marquez Design piece -you can see the details here:
http://marquezdesign.com/store/parts/chevrolet/camaro/69-camaro/body/body-panels/69-camaro-front-valance.html

tubbed69

02-11-2012, 03:39 PM

thanks,looks great

Roadster Shop

02-15-2012, 05:51 PM

Chassis assembly progress.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221852.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221850.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221847.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture221854.jpg

waynieZ

02-15-2012, 07:24 PM

That came out nice!

Jay Hilliard

02-16-2012, 06:04 AM

Very nice. I also used Rhino liner on my wifes 69 camaro. I love the way it lays, texture and final appearance. Its a very nice way to finish the bottom of a car.

Nice job guys.

chevelleshack

02-16-2012, 05:26 PM

That chassis black has just the right gloss . Probably been asked before but is that an off the shelf color or custom mix ?
Phil

Roadster Shop

02-23-2012, 01:59 PM

That chassis black has just the right gloss . Probably been asked before but is that an off the shelf color or custom mix ?
Phil

The frame was powder coated in a semi-gloss black. The control arms and other components were painted with regular clear.

Roadster Shop

02-23-2012, 02:10 PM

Moving ahead with the chassis assembly. Motor has been painted and installed with our new stainless headers. Brakes should be here from Baer in the next few days and then the chassis assembly will be complete.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222054.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222052.jpg

The body is being sprayed today as well. This is the last of the parts to paint, so this thing should start going bak together and looking like a car again here really soon.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222067.jpg

randy

02-23-2012, 03:15 PM

plan on making a front subframe only?

tones2SS

02-23-2012, 05:12 PM

Looking great guys! Those headers look great and look like they flow really well.

syborg tt

03-01-2012, 12:27 PM

WOW does that looks nice.:thumbsup:

Moving ahead with the chassis assembly. Motor has been painted and installed with our new stainless headers. Brakes should be here from Baer in the next few days and then the chassis assembly will be complete.
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222054.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222052.jpg

The body is being sprayed today as well. This is the last of the parts to paint, so this thing should start going bak together and looking like a car again here really soon.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222067.jpg

KPC67

03-01-2012, 12:36 PM

Like every other car that comes out of your shop this thing is a work of art!:hail: :hail: :hail:

badmatt

03-01-2012, 01:58 PM

very nice build!

What black was used on the frame and engine/trans?

Autokraft

03-01-2012, 04:19 PM

RS-Chris

03-02-2012, 06:27 AM

Is that a step header on the drivers side? Just curious why its different than the other side?

Looks great though :D

Thanks for the comments! -

The header has a step on that side for manufacturing purposes. The passenger side has less back to back bends than the drivers side (which has to clear steering etc.) so is easier to do in one piece.

RS-Chris

03-14-2012, 02:01 PM

A quick update with a couple more recent shots of the paintwork:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222294.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222296.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0012.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0017-1.jpg
http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0019-1.jpg

tones2SS

03-14-2012, 05:25 PM

Wow, mirror finish. Great job guys.

waynieZ

03-14-2012, 08:11 PM

Very Nice!

Vince@Meanstreets

03-14-2012, 11:00 PM

wow, i that before cut and polish???

you doing a chassis for a 240 in the back ground?

Vince

cspecken

03-15-2012, 08:07 AM

Smoothing out the firewall.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture19451.jpg

Hi, I was curious, when you smoothed the firewall are you leaving the existing firewall in place and simply welding in a piece of 18 gauge (I assume) sheet metal over the top, or do you cut out the old and weld in the new?

Thanks in advance, Chris

RS-Chris

03-16-2012, 07:57 AM

Hi, I was curious, when you smoothed the firewall are you leaving the existing firewall in place and simply welding in a piece of 18 gauge (I assume) sheet metal over the top, or do you cut out the old and weld in the new?

Thanks in advance, Chris

Chris -
I found a pic that should give you an idea: the old firewall is braced then cut, leaving a lip from the previous area which is then integrated with the overlaying new piece.
Hope that helps.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture20704.jpg

Roadster Shop

03-18-2012, 10:15 AM

wow, i that before cut and polish???

you doing a chassis for a 240 in the back ground?

Vince

The 240 is one of my chassis fabricator's car. He is using our Fast Track IFS/IRS in the stock unibody. It will get an ls with a 6 speed. Should be a cool, lightweight auto x car

sixtnine

03-18-2012, 11:48 AM

What "cutt-n-buff" process do you guys go by?

GoolsbyCustoms

03-18-2012, 12:54 PM

I'm sure they have a special "Roadster Shop" gun that lays it down that slick...,Surely

RS-Chris

04-02-2012, 01:20 PM

I'm sure they have a special "Roadster Shop" gun that lays it down that slick...,Surely

It's actually a special setting on the bake cycle in the booth...it just comes out like that. :D

RS-Chris

04-02-2012, 01:25 PM

A couple of updates for this '69.

Decided to add a splash of carbon fiber. The c/f will tie in with a couple of elements we have planned for the interior.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222412.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222413.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222415.jpg

Body and chassis are together with the beginnings of some more red accents planned for under the hood:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222537.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222554.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222555.jpg

syborg tt

04-02-2012, 01:30 PM

Ouch - that's Hot !!!

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222554.jpg

tones2SS

04-02-2012, 05:57 PM

Wow, that looks killer! Awesome work guys.

coolwelder62

04-02-2012, 07:41 PM

As Alway's amazing.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

scherp69

04-02-2012, 08:03 PM

That thing is turning out amazing!!! What did you guys use to paint the motor and trans. I want to paint mine, but haven't decided what to use yet. Would love to know what you guys used.

frankv11

04-02-2012, 11:48 PM

that thing is just over the top and still going ,
nice

GRob

04-03-2012, 11:58 AM

Looks awesome but I would powdercoat the springs red. The blue just isn't cutting it.

RS-Chris

04-03-2012, 12:03 PM

Looks awesome but I would powdercoat the springs red. The blue just isn't cutting it.

Don't worry - we will run the stock blue ones until we are done with the suspension tuning and dialing in the car, then we will replace them with red springs so we can adjust the spring rate for the best ride and handling without having to paint multiple sets of springs.

RS-Chris

04-06-2012, 02:04 PM

Hood pics!

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222717.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222710.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/Picture222708.jpg

bonecrrusher

04-06-2012, 03:14 PM

I like the details on the hood - looking awesome!

waynieZ

04-06-2012, 04:11 PM

beautiful work it looks great.

69x22

04-06-2012, 04:35 PM

Wow! nice...

04-06-2012, 04:42 PM

RS does amazing work! I always look forward to an update from the RS.

tones2SS

04-08-2012, 01:30 PM

Wow, killer looking hood!!:yes:

Amituk

04-27-2012, 03:55 AM

wow the work you guys do is unreal!

Are you guys on twitter? I need to follow you lol

RS-Chris

04-27-2012, 07:56 AM

wow the work you guys do is unreal!

Are you guys on twitter? I need to follow you lol

We don't 'tweet' but hit up our Facebook page. HERE (https://www.facebook.com/RoadsterShop).

RS-Chris

04-27-2012, 09:32 AM

Some pics of the assembly as it all comes together!

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0204.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0139.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0070.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0208.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/DSC_0175.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0202.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0013-1.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0008.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0006.jpg

KSBRKTRACER

04-27-2012, 10:39 AM

Wow..............!

waynieZ

04-27-2012, 06:09 PM

Sweet !

coolwelder62

04-27-2012, 07:19 PM

WOW!! that thing shine's like a diamond in a Goat's A##.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

FETorino

04-27-2012, 08:10 PM

wellis77

04-28-2012, 04:10 AM

Best '69 EVER!!!

XLexusTech

04-28-2012, 05:02 AM

Amazing, love the subtle red, but the hood and gill red take too much subtle hint away, with just the mirriors and grill it would be perfect.. Just one mans opinion.

Jay Hilliard

04-28-2012, 05:58 AM

Awesome job guys. So much custom work but its subtle, not jumping out with alot of bling and I like it that way. Great work guys as always. :thumbsup:

ProPont

04-28-2012, 07:43 AM

Another job well done!!! Can't wait to see it in person.:cheers: :hail:

WILWAXU

04-28-2012, 08:10 PM

I was a little skeptical about the red accents on black... but it came out badass! :thumbsup:

tones2SS

04-30-2012, 05:46 PM

Amazing. You guys do such killer work. Great paint scheme.

RS-Chris

06-27-2012, 04:38 PM

Figured it might be time for a sneak peak as the car gets ready for Columbus -

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/dashtoggles.jpg

Musclerodz

06-27-2012, 05:35 PM

I knew you had been holding out on cars for Columbus. Just this one or we gonna see the second gen or burb as well?

Rick D

06-27-2012, 05:47 PM

Figured it might be time for a sneak peak as the car gets ready for Columbus -

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/dashtoggles.jpg

Now that looks bad azz :hail:

ChuckDriver

06-27-2012, 05:48 PM

Beautiful!

Spiffav8

06-27-2012, 08:35 PM

The quality of workmanship that has gone into this car is second to none. I have really enjoyed watching the build and I am looking forward to seeing it at Goodguys.

:captain:

DFRESH

06-27-2012, 09:02 PM

Roadster Shop

06-28-2012, 03:57 PM

Amazing as always. I really love that front spoiler combined with the Marquez front valance. I don't suppose you guys are going to have a run of those spoilers are you? I think you would certainly sell a few.

Doug

Thanks Doug. We thought about pulling molds and then offering them in glass or carbon, but time ran short and we did not have the time to send the parts off to have molds made with the completion date that we are shooting for with the car.

Roadster Shop

06-28-2012, 04:00 PM

I knew you had been holding out on cars for Columbus. Just this one or we gonna see the second gen or burb as well?

I don't know if I want to let that out of the bag just yet :_paranoid

Roadster Shop

06-28-2012, 04:01 PM

Now that looks bad azz :hail:

Beautiful!

The quality of workmanship that has gone into this car is second to none. I have really enjoyed watching the build and I am looking forward to seeing it at Goodguys.

:captain:

Thanks guys!

GoolsbyCustoms

06-28-2012, 07:47 PM

Looks great guys can't wait to see this one next week

protour73

06-29-2012, 06:18 PM

Phil, a build like this is quite inspiring, words can describe what I'm thinking. :thumbsup:

What you guys turn out is simply good for the hobby. Great ideas, great fabricating, and great crafstmanship. Thanks!

Roadster Shop

06-29-2012, 07:23 PM

Thanks Scott. We really appreciate the kind words and support on our builds. :thumbsup:

Roadster Shop

06-29-2012, 07:24 PM

Here is a pretty cool shot from this afternoon.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/camaro.jpg

Spiffav8

06-29-2012, 07:27 PM

Here is a pretty cool shot from this afternoon.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/camaro.jpg

WICKED!! :unibrow:

Rybar

06-29-2012, 11:29 PM

WICKED!! :unibrow:

I agree, wanna see more!

WILWAXU

06-30-2012, 04:12 AM

Yeah.. nice teaser. Time to let the 'cat out of the bag' :lol:

tmadden

06-30-2012, 10:38 AM

that's just plain nasty!!!

Spiffav8

06-30-2012, 11:32 AM

I agree, wanna see more!

Me Too! Glad it's going to be at the Good Guys show. :D

coolwelder62

06-30-2012, 02:07 PM

Wow!!! I hope to see this thing in Columbus.:thumbsup:

IMPALA MAN

06-30-2012, 07:56 PM

To be expected from these guys. They really do some outstanding work. Just another awesome build from RS. I am excited to see the C10 at Columbus.

Bluesman1

07-01-2012, 12:15 PM

Beautiful work guys you are definitely masters of your craft. On your radiator how do you get it black. Is that paint, powder coat or ?

Thanks
Howard

waynieZ

07-01-2012, 08:11 PM

Sweet!

RECOVERY ROOM

07-02-2012, 10:49 AM

Very nice Camaro

RS-Chris

07-09-2012, 12:35 PM

Time for some complete pics of this car! We debuted it at Columbus to a great reception. We were also fortunate enough to be picked for the winners circle and received a Goodguys Innovation award!

The interior we designed was completed by Steve Holcomb and turned out great. (More pics will follow) Here is the initial concept:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/BruceCamaroDash.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/brucedoor.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/packagetray.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/RearSeat.jpg

Some shots before it was loaded up for Columbus:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0060.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0079.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0067.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0081.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0086.jpg

RS-Chris

07-09-2012, 12:48 PM

Some motor shots:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0090-1.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0091.jpg

The wheels are HRE's 794RS (20" rear and 19" front)- beautiful wheels that really suit the car.

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/hre1.jpg

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We dropped the car off with the owner prior to Columbus for a 4th of July party:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0104.jpg

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0115.jpg

After a short run, he couldn't be happier: :thumbsup:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Bruce%201969%20Camaro/DSC_0117-1.jpg

We will have more pics from the Columbus show and some interior shots soon!

Z06Joe

07-09-2012, 01:28 PM

Damn that cars beautiful!! Great job guys!!

GoolsbyCustoms

07-09-2012, 01:36 PM

The car turned out awsome guys very clean, great seeing all you guys again as well ,

Ron in SoCal

07-09-2012, 01:43 PM

That car in person was a home run! Congrats you guys...:hail:

Rick D

07-09-2012, 02:59 PM

Outstanding as usual!! :thumbsup: :hail:

GRob

07-09-2012, 04:32 PM

Well that turned out stunningly.

The only thing that I can think of to make it better would be your IRS.

Maybe in the future.

Nicely done.

syborg tt

07-09-2012, 04:41 PM

Car looks Awesome and I am sorry I missed it last weekend

Okay - I need some more interior pictures

S2VYSS

07-10-2012, 11:47 PM

I'm in love! Well done to the Roadster Shop, cant wait for the interior pics

69Pressurized

07-11-2012, 04:11 AM

What pedals did you guys use in this build? Saw the car at Columbus and I really liked the look. Thanks

RS-Chris

07-11-2012, 06:13 AM

Thanks for all the comments - the car really did turn out nice. For it's first run on the autocross, it felt pretty good too. We ran the 2nd fastest time in the Street Machine category - 0.208 behind the Ringbrothers and over a second ahead of 3rd place.

Goodguys 2012 Optima Batteries Street Machine of the YearAutoCross Results:
FastestTime: Gary Bowers, Waynesburg PA, 65 Mustang, Drivin by Jim Ring, 35.579
1.Bruce White, Hawthorn Hill, IL, Drivin by Phil Gerber ’69Camaro, 35.787
2. Bob Bertelsen, Columbiana, OH, ’71 Chevy 36.798
3.Bruce Ricks, Sapula, OK, ’62 Corvette, 37.662
4.Dave Leisinger, Wall Lake, SD, Drivin by Roger Burman ’71Camaro, 37.835
5.David Wendell, Fenton, MI, ’66 Pontiac GTO, 38.048
6.Bill Kumm, Port Orange, FL, ’70 Camaro, 38.974
7.Dana Irvin, Cypress, TX, ’65 Mustang, 39.579
8.Steve Keefer, Brentwood, CA, ’69 Camaro, 39.783
9.Dale Boesch, Humphry, NE, ’69 Camaro, 40.613
10.George Poteet, Memphis, TN, ’56 Chevy, 41.383
11.Noel Irvin, Cypress, TX, ’67 Pontiac GTO, 41.787
12.Keith Jereb, Lake Hills, IL, ’55 Chevy, 43.758
13. Dale Stuban, Toms River, NJ, ’69 Camaro, DNF

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bulldog19

07-11-2012, 06:38 AM

Really like the touches of red throughout the build.
Wheels look awesome on the black car. Like the fact you chose to without the hardware really goes with the looks of the car. Great Job and congrats on the the Top 5 pick

IMPALA MAN

07-11-2012, 06:50 AM

Congrats to RS and all of the people that brought these rides to be candidates.
It makes you wonder what the bar next year will be raised to.
Awesome job to everyone! For everyone that did not come to the show, you are really missing out.

RS-Chris

07-12-2012, 08:01 AM

As promised, some interior pics!
The goal with the interior was to achieve a rally/race vibe but without the 'bare bones' feel of a full-on race car. We ran a custom dash pad with a carbon gauge cluster and dash side trim. The tach, speedo and small gauges located in the console are by Stack. Console is an OEM piece with a couple of tweaks like the hand made gauge area, carbon trim and Cobb delrin shift knob, also serves as the location for the stereo remote.

To enhance the rally/race vibe we added some touches like the dual flip switches for ignition and start and some F1 inspired rotary switches to control lights, wipers, etc. The seats are Recaro Sportsters with custom made rears to match and red Sparco harnesses to tie in nicely with the door and glovebox pulls in the same belt material. The rear package tray was also custom made to compliment the seats in the Recaro style. Door panels, rear quarter panels and headliner are all by Marquez Design and trimmed in suede and leather.

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GRob

07-12-2012, 08:47 AM

Really nice job!

How did you screen the white lettering on the CF dash?

Thanks.

cdushane

07-12-2012, 09:00 AM

:wow: There's no other words :hail:

Sieg

07-12-2012, 09:19 AM

Exceptional!!!

A new personal favorite. :thumbsup:

waynieZ

07-12-2012, 12:37 PM

I love it it looks awesome.

fleetus macmullitz

07-12-2012, 03:35 PM

Nice thing about viewing these pics with a tablet is that they don't have a keyboard to be concerned about when drooling. :wow:

Gold standard right there.:thumbsup:

Roadster Shop

07-12-2012, 04:10 PM

Thanks guys, we appreciate the responses. We are finishing up a few minor things that we didn't have time to complete before Columbus. We will have it out early next week and get some good exterior shots and post them up.

scottysimp7

07-12-2012, 05:22 PM

Wow, super sweet! :thumbsup: I tend to like the more bare bones race inspired, but this looks perfect. Not to much, but no too little. Well done

Garage Dog 65

07-12-2012, 05:25 PM

garickman

07-12-2012, 05:41 PM

Where might someone find those rotary switches in the dash?

Viperlover

07-12-2012, 07:39 PM

You guys totally nailed it with this car. :hail:

ErikLS2

07-12-2012, 09:48 PM

Amazing is all I got to say. Perfect amount of red to go with all the black. :thumbsup:

waynieZ

07-12-2012, 10:35 PM

I'd like to put my window swithes in the console like you did beautiful job!

RS-Chris

07-13-2012, 06:17 AM

Are the valve covers custom on the car ? I couldn't tell if it was a custom milled cover or if your folks added the details to an existing cover then body worked and painted.

Loved the entired car ! The flatness of the top of the intake/rails/injectors/covers was very well done !

Thx !

Jim

Thanks Jim - we were originally going to machine them but it turned out easier, and perhaps quicker, to add the details to an existing, plain cover. I think they came out pretty nice.

RS-Chris

07-13-2012, 06:20 AM

Amazing is all I got to say. Perfect amount of red to go with all the black. :thumbsup:

Thanks! When you really only have 2 colors to work with it is a fine line on having too much of the accent color. Of course it is always subjective, but I think we found just the right balance. :thumbsup:

Garage Dog 65

07-13-2012, 06:31 AM

Thanks Jim - we were originally going to machine them but it turned out easier, and perhaps quicker, to add the details to an existing, plain cover. I think they came out pretty nice.

Beautiful Chris, Thx much for the info !

Jim

RS-Chris

07-13-2012, 08:39 AM

Really nice job!

How did you screen the white lettering on the CF dash?

Thanks.

Where might someone find those rotary switches in the dash?

Magicians never give away all of their secrets! :unibrow:

tones2SS

07-14-2012, 09:12 AM

Wow, that is a great car. Love that interior.

Sandbagger

07-14-2012, 11:44 AM

Interior door handle look alot like some Acura handles ....:unibrow:
well done .

RS-Chris

07-14-2012, 03:13 PM

Interior door handle look alot like some Acura handles ....:unibrow:
well done .

Thanks!
The handles have a nice look with lines of the door, I believe they are actually BMW units from a 7 series. They come with the Marquez door panels.

FETorino

07-14-2012, 03:53 PM

Thanks!
The handles have a nice look with lines of the door, I believe they are actually BMW units from a 7 series. They come with the Marquez door panels.

Dude wth? Magicians never give up their secrets:rofl:

Vince@Meanstreets

07-15-2012, 12:31 AM

Where might someone find those rotary switches in the dash?

Cheap 5 min timers at the Dollar store.

Magicians never give away all of their secrets! :unibrow:

Opps I said too much....:_paranoid BEHOLD

POOOF :D

protour73

07-15-2012, 06:53 AM

Exceptional!!!

A new personal favorite. :thumbsup:

Scott, I TOTALLY agree!!!

Phil......I can't stop looking at this car, I'll bet I have come back to this thread 6 times in the last several days.

The owner is local right??? I would love to get pics of this and see it close up, since I missed Columbus

Matt@BOS

07-15-2012, 01:45 PM

Dude wth? Magicians never give up their secrets:rofl:

And being that the Roadster shop guys are true magicians, they're not really from a 7 Series :unibrow:

...Ask me how I know.

Interior came out great guys one of my favs in recent years!

Matt

RS-Chris

07-15-2012, 04:17 PM

And being that the Roadster shop guys are true magicians, they're not really from a 7 Series :unibrow:

...Ask me how I know.

Interior came out great guys one of my favs in recent years!

Matt

Thanks Matt!
Where did you get yours?

I know the 5 series and 7 shared the same handle...ask me how I know! :unibrow:

http://images.gtcarlot.com/pictures/41060231.jpg

Matt@BOS

07-15-2012, 06:43 PM

Thanks Matt!
Where did you get yours?

I know the 5 series and 7 shared the same handle...ask me how I know! :unibrow:

http://images.gtcarlot.com/pictures/41060231.jpg

I found out when the plastic handle broke off and I had to go to the BMW dealer to get another one. Apparently that is a common occurence because they always keep a few in stock. I think the one I got was for an E30 something 3 series. I'm starting to think they're all the same.

Mine lasted a year or so, and I'm guessing yours didn't fair so well either.

sokoloka

07-16-2012, 08:52 AM

Absolutely amazing!
This may have already been covered - but what gauges are those?

RS-Chris

07-16-2012, 09:43 AM

Absolutely amazing!
This may have already been covered - but what gauges are those?

Thanks!
They are by STACK: http://www.stackltd.com/tacho1.html

Rybar

07-16-2012, 12:35 PM

Car looks incredible, love the wheels. :thumbsup:

barrrf

07-16-2012, 01:36 PM

That is AWESOME. I love the door pulls. Simple and gives it a race car interior look to it.

Roadster Shop

07-16-2012, 03:41 PM

Cheap 5 min timers at the Dollar store.

Opps I said too much....:_paranoid BEHOLD

POOOF :D

Vince, I assure no dollar stores were visited in the building of this car.:D

Roadster Shop

07-16-2012, 03:43 PM

Scott, I TOTALLY agree!!!

Phil......I can't stop looking at this car, I'll bet I have come back to this thread 6 times in the last several days.

The owner is local right??? I would love to get pics of this and see it close up, since I missed Columbus

Thanks man. The car is local. The owner actually lives less than a few miles from the shop. We are bringing it up to Car Craft Nationals this weekend and then plan on delivering it back to the owner sometime next week.

Roadster Shop

07-16-2012, 03:47 PM

That is AWESOME. I love the door pulls. Simple and gives it a race car interior look to it.

Thanks. We wanted to give the car a race inspired interior with out it looking too "race car-ish" (if that makes any sense). i think that the few touches like the door pulls, knobs, seat belts, etc... gave it that feel without taking away from the finished street car look.

Roadster Shop

07-16-2012, 03:47 PM

Car looks incredible, love the wheels. :thumbsup:

Thank you. HRE makes some killer wheels!

Bluesman1

07-19-2012, 07:41 PM

Beautiful work guys you are definitely masters of your craft. On your radiator how do you get it black. Is that paint, powder coat or ?

Thanks
Howard

Anybody have an idea on how they did this???

Thanks
Howard

Amituk

07-20-2012, 02:30 AM

Thin coat of Paint almost likely.

Powder coat would be too thick and would effect performance of the rad.

If its an ally rad, then black anodised would best bet

Autokraft

07-20-2012, 12:44 PM

That is one sweet lookin car :hail:

Musclerodz

07-20-2012, 01:37 PM

Thin coat of Paint almost likely.

Powder coat would be too thick and would effect performance of the rad.

If its an ally rad, then black anodised would best bet

It is not annodized. annodized aluminum that has been welded changes it moleculary and will not annodize consistently around the welds. Paint works best and does not affect radiator performance.

Bluesman1

07-20-2012, 09:25 PM

It is not annodized. annodized aluminum that has been welded changes it moleculary and will not annodize consistently around the welds. Paint works best and does not affect radiator performance.

Thanks guys, I kinda thought powder would be too thick.

Howard

Vince@Meanstreets

07-20-2012, 10:41 PM

Vince, I assure no dollar stores were visited in the building of this car.:D

LOL, my attempt at misdirection. :P

RS-Chris

07-27-2012, 01:38 PM

Not really an update on the car, just some cool pictures...thought I would share.

We've been having some pretty 'mixed' weather over the last couple of days here in Illinois. The upside, however, is that it makes for some great photoshoot weather and evening skies - enjoy :thumbsup:

http://i563.photobucket.com/albums/ss79/RS-Perf/Camaro%20Shoot/Picture224042-2.jpg

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RS-Chris

07-27-2012, 01:42 PM

Couple more...

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