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SSRS
08-27-2011, 04:29 PM
Hi!

I'll start writing a bit about my project, it's a Camaro -69 SS/RS that I have owned since I was 18 (now 25).

There is too much to write about what I have done over the years but here are some pictures and a list of some of the things I've done / are doing this year.
Rear suspension / chassis:
3-link (home-built)
Coilovers (Koni double adjustable with Eibach springs)
Watts (home built)
Rear brakes (Wilwood four-piston calipers and discs)
Subframe connectors (Hotchkis)

Front Suspension:
Disc brakes front (C6 Z06 six-piston calipers 14" discs)
Spindle (ATS AFX)
Upper A-arm (Speed ​​Tech)
Shock absorber (Koni)

Steering:
Box (ATS, Lee 670 12.7:1)
Pump (Lee TC with cooling)

Rims / Tires:
Front
CCW SP510 18" * 8.5"
Toyo R888 245 18"
Rear
CCW SP510 18" * 11"
Toyo R888 315 18"

Interior:
Split rear seat from a -71 Camaro
3-point seat belt for child seat (highest priority;) I got a daughter 5 months ago)

Exhaust system:
Finally welded, was made in 2009 with homemade x-pipe and Borla dampers.


Lower coilover mount (Chassisworks)
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (1).jpg

Koni double adjustable coilovers
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (2).jpg

Propeller for Watts link (Thanks Jim @ Fays2)
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (3).jpg

Some pictures of the rear inner fenders that will be widened a bit to make room for 315 tires.
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (4).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (5).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (6).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (7).jpg

The exhaust system
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (8).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (9).jpg

Tested with my sister's 315 tires from her Mustang, seems to fit OK.
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (10).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (12).jpg

Upper front mount for the 3-link
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (13).jpg

Wheels and brakes
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (15).jpg
SSRS
08-27-2011, 04:30 PM
When I was building the Watts link
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (16).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (17).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (18).jpg

Old and new brakes
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (19).jpg

Spindles and A-arms
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (20).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (21).jpg

Parts for 3-link that has been TIG welded and powder coated
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (23).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (24).jpg

Testing to mount rear suspension
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (25).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (26).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (27).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (28).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (29).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (30).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (31).jpg
SSRS
08-27-2011, 04:31 PM
Hard to keep order in such a crowded garage, but it works! (Changes the air suspension system on my dads Cadillac dad too :))
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (32).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (33).jpg

If you're wondering why I am replacing my old rims, now you know why...
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (34).jpg

http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (36).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (37).jpg
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/bakvagnmm (38).jpg
:lateral:
skatinjay27
08-27-2011, 05:30 PM
sick build!

why not make mounts for the child seat so you could use the 3 clip mounting straps built into the child seats, much more secure that way than with a 3 point.
coolwelder62
08-27-2011, 06:13 PM
VERY NICE.:thumbsup:
Rick D
08-27-2011, 07:25 PM
Cool build :thumbsup: What are you doing for a motor and trans? Keep the pictures coming.
56pickup
08-27-2011, 08:25 PM
Sweet build! Keep the updates rollin! :thumbsup:
SSRS
08-28-2011, 12:38 PM
sick build!

why not make mounts for the child seat so you could use the 3 clip mounting straps built into the child seats, much more secure that way than with a 3 point.

Thanks all!

I will take a look at it. I was thinking about taking a belt from a newer car since this is what I use in my daily driver for the child seat. Maybe that is what you mean by 3 clip mounting? :)

First time with the Koni's on today :D
http://www.hpmotorsports.se/bilder/hakan/bakvagnmm/koni.jpg
SSRS
08-28-2011, 12:44 PM
Cool build :thumbsup: What are you doing for a motor and trans? Keep the pictures coming.

Thanks!

I'm going to stick with my 383 that I have had a couple of years now, it's some where in the 450-500hp range :), I think it's well enough for me to handle on a road course :rolleyes:
I use a DFX Centerforce clutch and a TKO600 trans :thumbsup:
skatinjay27
08-28-2011, 01:03 PM
in most newer cars there are u-type hooks behind the seats mounted to the floor of the car. the child seats come with straps /clips, one on each side then the top tether. then all you have to do is clip them on the hook then tighten them up. your seat right now is not like that since its a rear facing infant seat but after 1 shes gonna need a bigger forward facing seat and that kind will have it set up like i mentioned.

btw- i would recommend checking out recaro child seats, there the best!:thumbsup:
Hotchkis
09-02-2011, 10:17 AM
SSRS - Nice build! Thanks for choosing Hotchkis subframe connectors for your cool project!
scottysimp7
09-02-2011, 11:24 AM
Sweet rig! What kind of rims are those? I like the look. :thumbsup:
Tiger
09-02-2011, 12:54 PM
Ditto on the Recaro childseats, they are the best I've tried.

SICK build btw!

in most newer cars there are u-type hooks behind the seats mounted to the floor of the car. the child seats come with straps /clips, one on each side then the top tether. then all you have to do is clip them on the hook then tighten them up. your seat right now is not like that since its a rear facing infant seat but after 1 shes gonna need a bigger forward facing seat and that kind will have it set up like i mentioned.

btw- i would recommend checking out recaro child seats, there the best!:thumbsup:
SSRS
09-02-2011, 01:47 PM
in most newer cars there are u-type hooks behind the seats mounted to the floor of the car. the child seats come with straps /clips, one on each side then the top tether. then all you have to do is clip them on the hook then tighten them up. your seat right now is not like that since its a rear facing infant seat but after 1 shes gonna need a bigger forward facing seat and that kind will have it set up like i mentioned.

btw- i would recommend checking out recaro child seats, there the best!:thumbsup:

Oh now I know what you mean! That was a brilliant idea, as you say the child seat that I use now will soon me replaced by the one that you describe. The Recaro seats looks really good.

SSRS - Nice build! Thanks for choosing Hotchkis subframe connectors for your cool project!
Thanks, they are a really nice piece and so are the leaf spring that I used before :)

Sweet rig! What kind of rims are those? I like the look.
Thank you! They are from CCW (Complete Custom Wheels), I hope they will look good on the car too :_paranoid

Ditto on the Recaro childseats, they are the best I've tried.

SICK build btw!

Thanks Tiger! I will try to convince my girlfriend that they are good! Looks really nice too.



Some videos from the rear suspension with the Watts link in motion :)
Sorry about the mess in the garage, I have not cleaned there for few days...

(The [YOUTUBE] tags does not work :S )

Watts Link Camaro 69 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iazPeY4PdtU&hd=1)
3 link front mount Camaro 69 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlwBuAVztq4&hd=1)
Rear suspension, Koni, 3 link, Watts - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYWpsU9O8vs&hd=1)
Ron in SoCal
09-02-2011, 02:10 PM
That rear suspension looks great! Vids really helped seeing the articulation...:thumbsup: