The OneLapCamaro complete build thread

[James OLC]

This is our 1967 Camaro RS project - The OneLapCamaro. As the name suggests we are building to compete in open highway competitions like the Silver State Challenge and eventually the Cannonball One Lap of America.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rendering%201000.jpg

McBride is the best!

General specs for the entire project:

ENGINE

TYPE - Katech “Street Attack” Chevrolet LS7, 427 cid
BLOCK - Factory LS7, torque plate bore checked/honed
OILING - Dry sump, ATS fabricated road race oil pan
ROTATING ASSEMBLY - Stock crank, Ti connecting rods, bronze bushings, 11:1 Katech forged Pistons, hardcoat anodized
CYLINDER HEADS - Factory LS7
CAMSHAFT - Katech
VALVE TRAIN - High lift beehive valve springs, Titanium valve spring retainers
INDUCTION - Currently in development
IGNITION - UMI harness with custom programmed MEFI4 ECU
FUEL SYSTEM - Rick’s Stainless Stealth fuel tank, internal Kinsler spec pump
EXHAUST - 3” custom behind ATS stainless steel Tri-Y road race headers
COOLING - Ron Davis radiator, remote oil, steering, diff, and trans coolers

DRIVETRAIN

TRANSMISSION - ATS/Rockland Standard Gear road racing T-56 6-speed
REAR AXLE - 3.89:1 gears, Black Gold differential, Mark Williams axles
TRACTION CONTROL - Cockpit adjustable electronic traction control

CHASSIS

FRONT SUSPENSION - ATS Chicane Suspension - AFX tall spindles with sealed C5 hubs, tubular control arms with Del-a-lum bushings, ATS Spline-Tune rate adjustable front sway bar, ATS 670 power steering box, Penske double adjustable coil over shocks, Hypercoil springs
REAR SUSPENSION - Lateral Dynamics 3-Link – Custom Ford 9” rear housing, Road Race 3-link with Watts link, Penske double adjustable coil over shocks with Hypercoil springs.
BRAKES - Front - AP Racing 6-piston caliper, 14” slotted two piece rotor
BRAKES - Rear - AP Racing 4 piston caliper, 13” slotted two piece rotor
SAFETY - 12-point roll cage, Willans 6-point restraints, Safecraft fire suppression system

WHEELS and TIRES

FRONT - HRE Performance Comp20 Wheels, 18 x 8.5” with Toyo Proxes R888 255/35ZR18
REAR - HRE Performance Comp20 Wheels, 18 x 11” with Toyo Proxes R888 315/30ZR18


The car started as an Ebay special – one of those cars that’s too cheap to pass up but you know has to be worse than you anticipate

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/The%20Beginning.jpg

Which of course it was

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/startingpoint.jpg

But then three months go by…

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/body/bodyJ%20(8).jpg

And then three more months…

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/6%20months.jpg

[James OLC]

Finally had a chance Friday to finish up the installation of the Lateral Dynamics 3-Link. I can't say enough about Mark and Matt and their product. It is simply top notch.

All told the installation took two days and was very straight forward although it helps to be starting with a 'clean slate'.

Matt’s fabrication skills, as seen in the quality of the narrowed 9”, is top notch. A lot of thought went into the kit, with details like the jacking plate, large filling hole, and -6 AN fitting for the remote reservoir/vent.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/ld%20diff.jpg

It is a really complete kit with all of the parts and pieces that you need included. The only thing that I would like to have seen included in the kit would have been safety washers for a couple of the rod ends and shocks.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/LD%20Parts.jpg

We did the install with a plasma cutter and cleaned it up with cutting disks and die grinder. You could easily do it with a 3” cutting wheel as well.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/ld%20first%20cut.jpg

The front cross member ties across the front of the rear frame and is the support for the upper and lower 3-link arms.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/ld%20front%20cross.jpg

It doesn’t take much to get a nice tight fit.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/ls%20front%20cross%202.jpg

[James OLC]

Once the front and rear crossmembers have been installed the actual assembly of the three link is quite simple. It’s amazing how easily adjustable it is and how minor changes with the links can adjust the rear end in a variety of ways.

No shocks yet so we have the 1” x 1” square stock cut to length to simulate their position compressed at ride height.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/LD%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/LD%2011.jpg

The DSE mini-tubs look bigger from this perspective.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/LD%203.jpg
The string was used to center the housing in the wheelwell.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/LD%2012.jpg

It’s too bad that there has to be a gas tank (or something else) that will block the view.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/LD%204.jpg

[James OLC]

The reproduction floor included a brace that I assume was for convertibles that we had to remove (that is the unprimered section) – there are enough double panels back there without one more that we don’t need.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/LD%209%20in.jpg

We’ll expand the clearance around the center link and try to make it as stock looking as possible when it’s done.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/LD%208%20in.jpg

There is still room for a back seat if desired (we played with some 3rd gen rear seats and they fit perfectly) but the rear cage will eliminate that possibility in our case.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/LD%207%20in.jpg

We need to add clearance for the shocks and exhaust and will do something to clean up the transition at the top from the cross member to the trunk floor.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/rearsuspension/ld%20rear%20cross.jpg

[customcam]

looks awsome keep us posted :thumbsup:

[Speedster]

That is a sweet looking ride you have going there. Post some pics as it progresses. :thumbsup:

[XTRMEASURES]

thats awesome :hail:

[BThibodeaux]

That is so nice! Being in Alberta, I am guessing you installed it yourself as opposed to sending it to So Cal for the install. How do you rate the install from a difficulty and technical perspective?

Thanks,
BT

[James OLC]

Looking back at the installation, I would have to say that it was actually easier than I had anticipated. The problems that we did encounter were more due to reproduction panels and components than the Lateral Dynamics 3-link.

The hardest part of the installation are the front and rear crossmembers and they are really no harder than installing subframe connectors. It took us an easy day to get them in; the installation is more time consuming than difficult. The front crossmember is fit relative to guide holes in the factory frame and is a gradual process that is ultimately cut, fit, cut, fit, and so on until it is in position. No special tools were required and it can easily be done with or without a lift (we did use a lift but that was more about making it easier for us than being neccessary). The only place that we encountered any 'difficulties' with the front was due to the repro floor - the rear third of the tunnel is actually 1/2" - 3/4" shorter than a stock tunnel which made some additional work making the floor transition into the crossmember. Also, the repro floor has additional bracing for convertibles which we had to remove for convenience if nothing else.

The rear cross member is installed relative to the rear axle centerline - which we placed to be precisely centered within the wheelwell. The cut into the trunk is very simple and although the installation is actually easier than the front we took a lot of time measuring and remeasuring to ensure that it was placed correctly - both front to back and side to side. We did encounter some difficulties with the rear cross member installation but that was due to the reproduction frame rails which seemed to just a touch different than the stock ones. Not enough to be really noticable until you have to fit a precision piece of steel that has no give.

Once the time came to install the actual 3-link and rear end it was exceptionally straight forward. We took almost as much time screwing around with the different adjustment points after it was in than we did putting it in place. I am amazed at the range of adjustability (compared to the ladder bar and four link setups I have used in the past) and the simplicity once you can see how the different points interact.

The best part of the installation was Mark and Matt themselves. Even though we were thousands of miles apart, both of them made themselves available by phone and 'net throughout the installation and were extremely helpful with even the simplest questions. I can not remember the last time that a vendor was this accessible and helpful - regardless of time or day. My hat is off to Lateral Dynamics - its a great product and the team there is genuinly enthusiastic about cars and their product.

Ultimately, in my opinion, if you are comfortable enough with your building and fabrication skills to be considering a project of this kind, you are probably going to be capable of doing the installation.

A couple of pictures of the crossmember installation with the sheetmetal cleaned up:

It seemed easiest to start with an actual tunnel. Fortunately we have a “willing” donor out back.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/building%203link%20tunnel.jpg

Which eventually started to take the right shape for us.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Inner%20Tunnel%201.jpg

With only a little bit of convincing.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Inner%20Tunnel%202.jpg

In the end it came out fairly well. We finished it to look better from underneath than on top because ultimately this will be covered.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/3link%20tunnel%20done.jpg

I think that more material will have to come out for the exhaust but it’s a start.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/trunk%20panel.jpg

[BThibodeaux]

Thanks for the feedback and additional pics! Everyone seems to have great things to say about the product and the guys at Lateral Dynamics. I am going with quite a bit simpler setup in my current project, but this is definitely something I would like to eventually go to, or incorporate into the next build.


Thanks again!

[James OLC]

Well I have lost track of the time that the metalwork has taken on the OLC Camaro (well, I wish I had lost track of the time - the actual number is just shy of 700 hours over the last 10 months) but we are finally done with the metal work on the tub. The Lateral Dynamics 3-Link is in and the ATS front subframe is ... we'll have to wait for SEMA for that. I'll do more of an update after the show but for now:

November 2005 – The starting point:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/67%20camaro%20Nov%2013%2005a.jpg

February 2006 – Rear Quarters going on:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Feb%2025%20side.jpg

April 2006 – Cleaning up the metalwork before moving on to the fabrication:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/bare%20metal%20in%20booth.jpg

June 2006 – coming together:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/jun%2010%201a.jpg

October 2006 – home for the holidays and getting ready to layout the cage:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/October%202005.jpg

[XcYZ]

James, looks great, as does the large print hanging on the wall. :thumbsup:

[907rs]

Looks good! It's all down hill from here.

[Teetoe_Jones]

You are going to love your frame, I promise you.

4 more days!!
Car is looking great, quite a long way you've come since the start.

Tyler

[James OLC]

Thanks Scott and thanks for all your help with the OLC project.

Tyler, I have no doubt that this subframe is going to knock everybodies socks off next week.

In the mean time, here is a sneak peak of the subframe coming together:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/1.%20%20Blasted%20Subframe.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/2.%20%20Grinding%20Subframe.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/3.%20stock%20upper.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/4.%20%20removing%20it.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/5.%20%20Gone.jpg

I guess we all have to patient until SEMA to see the end result…

I'm looking forward to SEMA and a chance to meet everyone next week.

[Mean 69]

Oh yeah, baby!!!! Plus, it's starting to get cold up there, eh? That means more time in the (heated) garage!!!!

Safe travel, see you Monday.
Mark

[Diognes56]

Looking good :) .

David

[Bowtieracing]

You are going to love your frame, I promise you.

4 more days!!
Car is looking great, quite a long way you've come since the start.

Tyler

Tyler mooooooooore info please:)

[Teetoe_Jones]

Tyler mooooooooore info please:)

Ok, here is the info:

American Touring Specialties- 2006 SEMA show Las Vegas, Booth # 20170.

Tyler

[Bowtieracing]

Ok, here is the info:

American Touring Specialties- 2006 SEMA show Las Vegas, Booth # 20170.

Tyler


:beavis:

[GHOSTDANCER]

Looks sharp

[James OLC]

I wanted to take a minute to thank Tyler, Shane, and Russel from American Touring Specialties for a great time at the SEMA show. Despite scrambling to finish moving in on Monday they were kind enough to invite us over and give us a tour of their shop.

ATS simply rocks - their people, products, and services are top notch and I recommend that anyone who has the chance should give them a call and check them out (if they have not already).

For those of you who were not able to make the show here are a couple of pictures of the sub that they had in their booth. Thing to note include their new coil over conversion, their new Sidewinder serpentine setup for LSx engines, their new carbon fiber LSx valve covers, not to mention their killer headers, power steering box and T56 coversion kit.

Thanks again,
James

At first look there is so much to take in:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/ATS1.jpg

First and foremost is ATS’s new Sidewinder Accessory Drive

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/ats2.jpg

The Kinsler injection looks perfectly at home.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/ats3.jpg

The reworked shock mount to accommodate the coil over shocks and springs.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/AST%204a.jpg

The upper mount was modified slightly from the original design for additional strength and stability:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/ATS%205a.jpg

[James OLC]

And a couple more...

Penske dual adjustable shocks with remote mounted canisters mounted on the subframe for easy adjustment:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/ATS%206.jpg

The whole thing is like a work of art.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/ats%207.jpg

Remote CV oil filter mount and huge filter should be perfect with the LS7.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/ats%208.jpg

The AFX spindles have been fitted with 3” race studs.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/ats%209.jpg

Great work ATS – absolutely first class design and fabrication.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/build/frontsuspension/ats%2010.jpg

[68RS350]

Do you have any idea how much and when that serpentine set up will be available? I like that its not polished up and is black. I dont like the polished look and i havent found a serpentine set up that isnt polished. Also when is the coil over kit going to be available? Im in the market for one also. Thanks

[Bowtieracing]

ATS is coming strong! Excellent details !!

[James OLC]

We are making headway on the OLC Camaro.

The roll cage is in:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/from%20drivers.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/from%20side.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/towards%20seat.jpg

7959 7960

[James OLC]

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/cage%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/cage%203.jpg

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[James OLC]

The Tilton Pedal Assembly is in and thanks to the custom steering column that Ididit Inc. built for us, the ATS Lee Engineering power steering box is good to go:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/drivers%20high.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/tilton%20mc%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/tilton%20pedals.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/pedals%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/pedals%202.jpg

[James OLC]

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/pedals%205.jpg

[James OLC]

And the rest is coming together as well

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2016%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2016%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2016%203.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2016%204.jpg

[James OLC]

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2016%206.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2016%207.jpg

I hope to have the rest of the front end together over the course of the week. We'll mock up the engine and dry sump as soon as the parts arrive and with some luck have the front end together.

Our Stainless tank from Rick's Stainless arrived Friday (thanks Rick :hail: ) and we will get it mounted when we get the car back on a lift. Then we can figure out how we are going to mount the exhaust, rear end cooler, and plumbing for the brakes and traction control. It's kind of busy back there:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/3link%201.jpg

Thanks again to all of our sponsors for their help in getting us to this point - American Touring Specialties, Lateral Dynamics, Heighton Restorations, Ididit, Inc., Tiltion Engineering, and Rick's Stainless. Also, thanks to Midnite Octane and Lateral-G Webdesign. All of these vendors are top notch organizations.

The fun is really starting so stay tuned, there will be more soon.

[customcam]

:drool: too cool
any ls7 pics? :thumbsup:

[tyoneal]

The Roll Bar looks great.

Was it custom, or a kit from someone?

[57hemicuda]

Very nice,just the way I like them,an all out race car that is very streetable,and very comfortable.Looks like we're kind of on the same corse,with the same car.Ron

[JohnnyGMachine]

James, looking good! Can you please send me some construction pics? Once I am settled in the new house I will be hopefully updating my webpage and I'd like to put up some new news on the car.

Thanks,
John

[Musclerodz]

Looking good!!:woot:

Mike

[Steve Chryssos]

Wow! That is one beautifully executed roll cage. Nice work.:thumbsup:

[GHOSTDANCER]

:thumbsup: Bad 2 the Bone

[olds87]

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2016%207.jpg

Dose the exhast pipes come out the back of the rear quarter panel? O, by the way, it coming together nicely.

[James OLC]

The Roll Bar looks great.

Was it custom, or a kit from someone?

We built the roll cage from scratch. When I laid out the bars my main concern was keeping it tight to the body. We ended up building it so tight in some places that we wound up cutting into the body - the front down tubes, rear down tubes, and halo hoop all required some "clearancing". It came out well but I doubt that many people would be inclined to go the same route.

Wow! That is one beautifully executed roll cage. Nice work.

Thanks Steve - I think you more than anybody probably knows how hard it is to come up with something that is safe and/or certifiable and streetable at the same time. It's a difficult balance.

[James OLC]

Dose the exhast pipes come out the back of the rear quarter panel? O, by the way, it coming together nicely.

Thanks. The exhaust will exit through the quarter panels. As soon as we get it on the lift and get our Stealth Tank from Rick's in place we will work on mocking it up - at least from the mufflers back.

[James OLC]

Stealth Tank from Rick's Stainless -

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Ricks%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ricks%206.jpg

[James OLC]

Front suspension is back in place:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/j29%20susp%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/j29%20susp%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/j29%20susp%203a.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/j29%20susp%204.jpg

Thanks again to Tyler and everybody at ATS!:thumbsup:

[James OLC]

Finished the day hanging sheetmetal - again:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/drv%20low%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/drv%20hi%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/pass%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/pass%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/drv%20hi%202.jpg

[James OLC]

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/drv%20hi%203.jpg

[awr68]

Looks great! Lets get some color on her!! :yes: :thumbsup:

[James OLC]

Axles for the OneLapCamaro project arrived yesterday. Mark Williams went above and beyond helping us with a special request:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/MW%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/MW%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/MW%203.jpg

[James OLC]

We had a chance to build the exhaust for the OneLapCamaro project last week. Unlimited Performance in Calgary bent up some three inch out of the ATS Road Race Headers into a X-pipe and then over the Lateral Dynamics 3-link and out. While we're finishing the bodywork we'll clean up the welds and ceramic-coat it.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/exhaust%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/exhaust%202.jpg

[awr68]

Looks good! What else needs done before the teardown for body/paint?

[Mean 69]

That looks terrific, Jimmy! Tailpipes are 3" also? I love the way they jut out to the quarters, going to look very cool and different.

Mark

[James OLC]

Looks good! What else needs done before the teardown for body/paint?

Where to start...

Mount shocks and remote reservoirs with plumbing
Plumb diff cooler with remote pump
Fit axles and brakes, plumb brake lines
Mock up Toyo R888's, trim quarter as needed and order wheels
Run sensors for traction control
Plumb fuel and return lines
Run battery cable to starter
Finish running lines for A/C
Cut tunnel for shifter
Final fit for oil cooler, trans cooler, and ps cooler
and a couple of bits and pieces here and there before blowing it apart

we're hoping to have the underside done and in paint with the interior and roll cage first week in December.

Thanks for reminding me of the list, it's been like twelve hours since I last stressed about it - lol.

[68protouring454]

traction control uh??? killer

[James OLC]

Yep, we're working on integrating an adjustable electronic traction control system with the LS7. Our biggest stumbing block had been the reluctors for the rear wheels. Bret and the guys at Mark Williams were the only guys I found who were interested in pursuing a solution for us.

[olds87]

The car is coming together nicely. :thumbsup:

[Sales@Dutchboys]

WOW! :thumbsup:

Paul

[waynieZ]

Wow looks awsome the way you tucked it up so tight for clearance.

[ohcbird]

Is there still room for the shocks?

Great project man- I love the updates, as they serve as motivation!

[BC69]

Nice! Do you have pictures from the side to see what it looks like on the quarter?

Tim

[James OLC]

Well we finally made it to the point where we are starting work on the engine for the OneLapCamaro project. We were fortunate to find nice donor to use as a starting point:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7%201.bmp

It came out ot an '07 with just 5,000 miles on it. The owner was upgrading to a twin turbo setup.

[James OLC]

A couple of weeks ago out it came:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7 out 1.bmp

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7 out 2.bmp

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7 out 3.bmp

And now it's over at Katech Engine Development for a complete teardown and rebuild to their Street Attack specifications.

This should be a lot of fun. I'll try to post pictures through the build process.

[XcYZ]

Cool, James. I'm looking forward to seeing the progress at Katech. You should get Jason to stop by here.

[James OLC]

I was talking to Jason about that the other day; I'll mention it again when I talk to him today.

The ATS Sidewinder and road race dry sump pan are on their way there now. It should be on the dyno in 3 or 4 weeks.

[awr68]

Cool James!! Can't wait to see pics and a dyno sheet!!

[Tom.A]

I thought the Katech Street Attack was 23K out right? Was it more cost effective to get the donor engine? I most likely am confused but I thought they took a crate engine and rebuilt to their specs. In any case you have a nice project. :thumbsup:

[James OLC]

You can buy the engine outright or have your LS7 done. Basically the list price includes the cost of a crate engine. In my case I got a smoking deal on the take out so it definately worked in my favor.

[mazspeed]

That looks so killer. I hear Katech is awesome with the LS stuff. Can't wait too see more.

[James OLC]

Well thankfully we're done all of the fabrication that we need to on the body and are just about to complete one final mockup of all the panels before blowing it apart to go on the rotisserie and on to paint. I thought I share a couple of progress pictures:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/front drivers.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/front pass.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/front straight.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/front tire.jpg

[James OLC]

A couple of the Hood Pins, which we're still working our way through:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Ring Bros 1.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Ring Bros 3.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Ring Bros 2.jpg

and the hood latch which has received more thought and attention than I thought possible

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/left rs 2.jpg

[syborg tt]

car looks good

can i suggest that you move the hood pins further out ( wider )

[Tom.A]

James, Looks good :thumbsup: Your car is going to very nice. Keep the pictures coming.

[James OLC]

We have been pushing on the body a bunch over the last six weeks. There are a ton of pictures but here is a short chronology of the last five weeks:

December 15th:
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/dec%20progress.jpg

January 1st
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/jan%201%20progress.jpg

January 6th
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Jan%206%20progress.jpg

We built a jig for the front subframe and sheetmetal
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/front%20on.jpg

Which should come in handy for reassembly
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/front%20jig%202.jpg

[James OLC]

Closeout panel with cable release hood catch
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/closeout%202.jpg

Rear spoiler mock up. Lots of work left there
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spoiler%201.jpg

January 15th
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/jan%2015%2002.jpg

Blown apart and on the rotisserie
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/jan%2015%2003.jpg

Lots of work on the sub since SEMA
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/sanding%20sub.jpg

[James OLC]

January 25th Color is on the subframe
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/subframe%20color.jpg

And on some of the inner panels – No Clear
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/color%20-%20no%20clear.jpg

And with clear
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/color%20-%20cleared.jpg

The engine is at Katech now and we are shooting to be on the dyno by the end of the month. HRE Wheels are on their way thanks to Tyler at ATS and Matt at RFR Custom Fabrication is helping us out on some cool bits and pieces.

Thanks everybody for your help.

[awr68]

Looks great!
Man haven't heard from Matt in quite some time...need to look him up!!

[waynieZ]

Looks Good I like the color!
Wayne

[Teetoe_Jones]

Looking great! I can't wait to show off your HRE wheels!!

I will put them on my car for a week or so to make sure they feel right... :unibrow:

Tyler

[XcYZ]

Sweet! Can't wait to hear more from Katech. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[James OLC]

Looking great! I can't wait to show off your HRE wheels!!

I will put them on my car for a week or so to make sure they feel right... :unibrow:

Tyler

Tyler - I just can not thank you enough - that is definately above and beyond the call of duty. It would take a load off my mind if you could break them for me so I can be sure that they are perfect before fedex has a chance to beat the tar out of them. LOL

[James OLC]

Sweet! Can't wait to hear more from Katech. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

The whole Katech deal has been really cool - I wish that every shop that I dealt with was as professional and thorough as they are. We are getting close to the dyno now - it should be fun to see how the World Challenge cam stacks up. We also have some additional dyno time booked to try some other things out... :yes:

[Sales@Dutchboys]

I really like this build! and the this car should be one bad ride when done! :thumbsup:


Paul

[67turbostang]

very nice! i like the color:thumbsup:

[KPC67]

Very cool. It's funny I have been coming up with some ideas for my 67 that i thought were kinda my own. Then I was looking at Jame's car last night and alot of the mods are similar to what I have been thinking of. So to say the least I am a big fan of your car, and your taste in how it should look is right on the money.

Kevin

[James OLC]

Well the engine is together and we are currently waiting in the que for some dyno time - hopefully we get an opportunity next week. A couple of people have asked me about the treatment that Katech does with the factory titanium rods – replacing the factory bearngs with new bronze bushings - so I thought I would post some pictures of the process.

First, Katech takes the connecting rods and press out the factory split bushing.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/katech%20rod%201.JPG

Using a proprietary process, they install the solid bronze high modulus rod bushing in a manner that does not scuff or score either surface.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/katech%20rod%202.JPG

Then the rod gets sent over to the CNC manufacturing shop at Katech where they machine the contour of the bushing to match the factory rod.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/katech%20rod%203.JPG

[James OLC]

Next an oil groove is machined on a CNC mill.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/katech%20rod%204.JPG

The final rod bushing with contour and oil groove.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/katech%20rod%205.JPG

Connecting rod set ready to install pistons.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/katech%20rod%206.JPG

[James OLC]

I have to say that thus far Katech has been awesome to deal with and that you really do get what you pay for. The detail work that they do prior to and during assembly far exceeds anything that I have encountered before (and this isn't my first rodeo). They noted irregularities with one valve guide and between two cylinders (possibly due to detonation and probably due to a poor nitrous tune from the last owner) which have been brought back in line with their very exacting specifications. The also took the time to pressure test the oil pan prior to intallation (I know, that's what I said too) to ensure that everything would be 100%. Increadible attention to detail. :hail:

More updates in the days to come....

[KPC67]

Wow that's impressive. I can't wait to see more on this.

Kevin

[monza]

killer! We're going to have some fun this summer.....

[Bowtieracing]

Thank you James for the titanium rod info. I have not seen those rods so close and they look absolutely beautifull. Did they tell you at Katech why do they want to change those bushings? If GM uses them in a standard production engine i am sure its thought to last many many miles.

[XcYZ]

Awesome pics. This is going to be a killer motor. :bow:

[James OLC]

killer! We're going to have some fun this summer.....

That's a fact - this town isn't going to know what hit it...


Thank you James for the titanium rod info. I have not seen those rods so close and they look absolutely beautifull. Did they tell you at Katech why do they want to change those bushings? If GM uses them in a standard production engine i am sure its thought to last many many miles.

The factory bushings are a split style; Katech replaces them with the high modulus bronze bushings because they are more capable of handling compression loads compared to the stock ones. I am sure that the bearings are more than sufficient in stock applications.

[Bowtieracing]

The factory bushings are a split style; Katech replaces them with the high modulus bronze bushings because they are more capable of handling compression loads compared to the stock ones. I am sure that the bearings are more than sufficient in stock applications.


Thanks for clearing that. I have been wondering it many times.:thumbsup:

[James OLC]

Sometimes good things come in big packages

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/LS7%201.jpg

The good stuff is always under the wrapping

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7%202.jpg

Katech Street Attack LS7 for the ‘67

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/LS7%203.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7%207.jpg

:)

[James OLC]

American Touring Specialties SIDEWINDER Front Accessory Drive is jewelry:thumbsup:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7%204.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7%206.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7%208.jpg

As soon as the Son of Tranzilla from Rockland Standard gets here and a big box from McLeod we’ll be that much closer....

[will69camaro]

I....am....jealous....

[surreyboy]

jealous doesnt describe what im feeling, thats one lucky car, one lucky driver.

[awr68]

SEXY!!!!!! :thumbsup: :hail:

[Bowtieracing]

That is so beautifull......:bow:

Do you have the dyno numbers??

[Spiffav8]

Wicked!:thumbsup:

[skatinjay27]

with every post you make, it lets me know that one lap is gonna sooooo bad azz!!!

[tyoneal]

American Touring Specialties SIDEWINDER Front Accessory Drive is jewelry:thumbsup:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7%204.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7%206.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ls7%208.jpg

As soon as the Son of Tranzilla from Rockland Standard gets here and a big box from McLeod we’ll be that much closer....
========================
That's just Beautiful!

Tell us about it.

What inside it?

How long did it take to get?

Dyne numbers?

If you are comfortable with it, what kind of coin did it cost? (If not no biggy)

Thanks,

Ty

[NEVER ENOUGH]

That is awesome. I look forward to reading the progress on this one.
I Read the article in GM high tech performance magazine on this set up.
http://www.gmhightechperformance.com/features/0801gm_katech_chevy_camaro/index.html

Love this quote:
"Driving a Katech Street Attack LS7 is completely safe-just skip the street tires"

[coolwelder62]

What kind of MPG! Can you get with that thing.

[907rs]

Sweet! How about some specs?

[XcYZ]

Porn! :bow: :D

[James OLC]

Katech does a complete rebuild of the LS7 for the Street Attack build. In my case I had picked up a relatively economical takeout from an ’07 Z06 that I found on LS1Tech.com which I sent to them to be upgraded (although they can also start with a new crate engine as well).

After doing a complete disassembly and inspection, the block and heads are machined (deck and hone) as required to meet Katech’s blueprint specs. In my case there was what appeared to be (nitrous?) detonation damage that required some additional (head) machine work and a new guide – not a surprise to me as I had been getting the impression that the engine had been used hard by it’s original owner (although to this day he denies ever using spray) - this also required in the replacement of two intake and exhaust valves.

The factory Titanium rods were rebushed (see this thread (http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=12362)for more info on that), new forged pistons (11.35:1) with DLC coated pins are attached and then the short block is balanced and blueprinted to Katech’s fairly exacting standards. In the end we installed a Katech Torquer camshaft (and played a bit with the advance) with high speed lifters to keep things relatively civil (although a World Challenge cam may be the next illogical step). The heads were completely rebuilt with new honeycomb high lift valve springs and titanium retainers and the long block was assembled the entire assembly was pressure tested (yes, it was) before Tyler’s Sidewinder accessory drive was installed.

Then it was off to the dyno for an initial break in and a quick check that everything was as it should be. I don’t have the final dyno numbers yet (I may have mentioned that we screwed around with some stuff on the dyno) but on the break in run with the soft dyno program we made 500+ ft.lbs. of torque from 2500 to 6250 rpm with a peak of 560 ft.lbs. at 4800 rpm. I may be able to say more about the dyno results in the next little while as well I have a dyno vid coming which should be interesting.

[Bowtieracing]

Thank you James for clear and informative post:cheers:

[tones2SS]

That is awesome. I look forward to reading the progress on this one.
I Read the article in GM high tech performance magazine on this set up.
http://www.gmhightechperformance.com/features/0801gm_katech_chevy_camaro/index.html

Love this quote:
"Driving a Katech Street Attack LS7 is completely safe-just skip the street tires"

I just read this article myself. That should be a really nice power plant for your ride.:hail:

[KPC67]

That's sooo sweet. I am still in Calgary for another three weeks, I wouldn't mind taking a look sometime!
Kevin

[monza]

That looks hot! Had FUel out today maybe I should drop buy for a visit next couple of days? Work for you? Hit me up [email protected]

[NEVER ENOUGH]

I just read this article myself. That should be a really nice power plant for your ride.:hail:
I wouldn't count this option out for mine. We shall see.:thumbsup:

[James OLC]

That's sooo sweet. I am still in Calgary for another three weeks, I wouldn't mind taking a look sometime!
Kevin

Any time Kevin - if I'm out at the shop or heading that way you're more than welcome to stop by. Fire me an email ([email protected]) and I'll get you my contact info. Unfortunately, we're held up waiting on parts and for paint to dry so I doubt that much will be going on for at least a couple of weeks.

That looks hot! Had FUel out today maybe I should drop buy for a visit next couple of days? Work for you? Hit me up [email protected]


Nice to see you out thrashing on the most awesome '69 within a thousand miles the day after we get a dump of snow - lol. I'll fire you an email but like I told Kevin, we're kind of tools down for the next week or so. Besides, shouldn't you be out chasing the last of the snow? :P

[tones2SS]

I wouldn't count this option out for mine. We shall see.:thumbsup:

Can't go wrong with KATECH!!!!
GOOD LUCK!!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[cdushane]

Motor looks awesome! I received mine from Katech a few weeks ago for my 69 Camaro project.

[tones2SS]

Motor looks awesome! I received mine from Katech a few weeks ago for my 69 Camaro project.

Which engine set-up did you go with?
If you don't mind me asking? Thnaks!!:thumbsup:

[James OLC]

Well we are getting closer to having paint on the car -

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/booth%201%20b4.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/booth%202%20b4.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/booth%203%20b4.jpg

Seam sealer was the last major hurdle to get through before painting the underside and interior

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/booth%204%20b4.jpg

[James OLC]

Sprayed the edges today (no clear on when these were taken) - trunk tomorrow and the underside over the weekend

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/booth%201%20edge.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/booth%202%20edge.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/booth%203%20edge.jpg

[KPC67]

Very nice James, I love your car! I am heading out to Linden on Friday to look at a grain truck, I would love to stop by and check your car out sometime.

[skatinjay27]

man that color is awesome!!!!! :D

[Jr]

Thanks for the update. What are you using for a gas tank?

[James OLC]

Rick (Rick's Stainelss (http://www.rickshotrodshop.com/)) built us an awesome stainless tank with a Kinsler spec Bosch pump. We got a slightly narrowed tank with the forward corners angled for exhaust clearance.

[James OLC]

Firewall and jambs are now in color:

In the nice bright booth:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/paint%20booth%201.jpg
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/paint%20booth%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/paint%20booth%201.jpg

Unmasked and in the shop:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/fw%20paint%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/fw%20paint%202.jpg

[James OLC]

As is the interior:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/int%20masked%201.jpg
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/int%20masked%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/int%20painted%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/int%20paint%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/int%20paint%202.jpg

[James OLC]

And the underside:

Masked and ready for paint:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/under%20masked%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/under%20masked%202.jpg

In the booth:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/under%20pained%201.jpg

We used a thinned rock gaurd on the underside which is why there is some texture there. In person it is very subtle but in pictures it seems to catch the light and look more obvious than it is.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/under%20painted%202.jpg

And in the shop:

It reallt changes color depending on the light.
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/und%20paint%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/und%20paint%202.jpg

[awr68]

Looking great!! :thumbsup:

[James OLC]

Very nice James, I love your car! I am heading out to Linden on Friday to look at a grain truck, I would love to stop by and check your car out sometime.

I'll give you a shout next time I know that we'll be on the car. Work (and the weather lately) have been taking a bite out of fun time and my schedule has been less than predictable over the last week or so.

[James OLC]

While we are working on some details on the body I started plumbing the oil system on the LS7 over the weekend:

The remote oil filter
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/remote%20oil%20filter.jpg

Oil cooler thermostat:
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/oil%20tsat%202.jpg

and the oil cooler itself:
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/oil%20cooler.jpg

[James OLC]

Dry sump tank and breather:
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ds%20tanks.jpg

Everything coming together:
http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/plumbed%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/oil%20tstat%203.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ds%20tanks%202.jpg

[James OLC]

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%203.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%204.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%205.jpg

[James OLC]

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%206.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%207.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%208.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%209.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%2010.jpg

[James OLC]

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/apr%2025%2011.jpg

[boonedog]

wow that looks great

[68protouring454]

looks great, whos black braided line is that? the russell and aeroquip stuff i have gotten always has a blue or red dash mark on it.

[James OLC]

looks great, whos black braided line is that? the russell and aeroquip stuff i have gotten always has a blue or red dash mark on it.

The braided line and fittings are all from Earls.

[James OLC]

Test fitting the HREs one last time before mounting the R888s:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%201.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%203.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%204.JPG

[James OLC]

Way more work went in to the inner fenders than will ever be noticed:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%209.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%2011.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%2012.JPG

[James OLC]

And now some color and a slightly different perspective:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%2010.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%2013.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%2014.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%2015.JPG

[syborg tt]

James this has got to be one of my most favorite Camaro builds ever.

Your atention to detail is fantastic.

[Orng Crsh]

The car looks incredible! I can't wait to see it completed. What color did you paint the frame? Thanks.

[James OLC]

Thanks guys - I appreciate the kind words.


It seems like it's been a slow week but we've been making progress although much of it is slow and tedious.

We wet sanded and polished the firewall:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/firewall%20b4%20polish.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/firewall%20polished.jpg

We got our increadible Rick's Stainless tank prepped for intallation:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ricks4.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ricks5.jpg

we'll get it installed tomorrow along with the Lateral Dynamics 3-link.

[syborg tt]

Incredible car

[James OLC]

At the same time the Dynamat was going down on the interior:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/dmat%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/dmat%202.jpg

[James OLC]

And the firewall assembly started, with the Tilton 900-Series pedal assembly going in first:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/masters3.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/masters4.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/masters1.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/masters2.jpg

[James OLC]

Leaving us here:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/may7b.jpg

We'll assmemble the clutch tomorrow and get thre transmission mated to the engine for the final time abd, with any luck, we'll get the subframe mated to the rest of the car.

[monza]

Outstanding as always.

[James OLC]

Our McLeod RST Street Twin clutch arrived so we took the opportunity to assemble it and install the Rockland Standard "Son of Tranzilla" T-56 using ATS's T-56 crossmember.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/12%20may%2010%20clutch.jpg

If anyone is interested, I posted the installation step-by-step here: Installation Thread (http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=14871)

[James OLC]

It's been a slow two weeks between holidays and an unfortunate delay at the coaters but I'm back on it now. We got the headers ceramic coated and installed now. I love the headers from this point of view - you never really get to see it and it really gives you an idea how much beef the ATS headers have:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/headers%20behind%201a.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/headers%20behind%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/headers%20behind%203.jpg

Once we shuffle some things around in the shop we'll drop the body on and, if the center section arrives, we'll have the car on the ground by the end of the week.

[Lenie]

James, projects going great. Love the brake set up on the firewall. Reminds me of Travis B's camaro set up. Real clean look. I would have done it this same way if I had the Know how but gotta draw the budget line somewhere:mad: Thanks for the pictures.

[Jr]

This car is really coming together...just awesome. Why did you go with the ricks tank? Are you going to put the gas tank in a cage? For example: Steve's 68 or vins 68...I was just curious

David

[James OLC]

This car is really coming together...just awesome. Why did you go with the ricks tank? Are you going to put the gas tank in a cage? For example: Steve's 68 or vins 68...I was just curious

David

Sometimes the progress is slow but thanks for the compliment, they are always appreciated.

I went with the tank from (Rick's Stainless (http://www.rickshotrodshop.com/) because it met all of the projects needs at this point in it's "life":

It has a killer Kinsler spec Bosch fuel pump mounted internally
Supply and return line plumbing is all AN right off the bat
It is clearanced on the forward end for the exhaust
It fits in the original space and configuration
Fit, finish and quality is absolutely second to none

not to mention the fact that Rick and Hector and everyone at the shop are great to work with and always have a minute to answer questions and work through problems. None of the other fuel tank or cell vendors that I have used in the past had (IMHO) anything close to the Rick's tank so it was an easy decision in the end.

The Rick's tank does not require additional bracing or a cage; it uses two stainless straps and is mounted just like a factory tank. If we make a modification to the fuel system in the future for some regulatory reason then we would look to a slightly less (but still basically) stock layout.

[Boulder69]

I went with the tank from Rick's Stainless because it met all of the projects needs at this point in it's "life"

Not to mention the fact you need the trunk space to haul stuff for One Lap, correct?

Amazing car. :bow:

[Steve1968LS2]

Bring it down to SoCal and we will track test it and do a full photoshoot/story..

Deal? :)


Would be interesting to see how she does in the skidpad, cones and braking...

[James OLC]

Not to mention the fact you need the trunk space to haul stuff for One Lap, correct?

Amazing car. :bow:

Thanks.

Trunk and storage space is definately a prime consideration for the One Lap. LOL - most of yesterday was spent considering if/how to incorporate a trailer hitch...

[James OLC]

Bring it down to SoCal and we will track test it and do a full photoshoot/story..

Deal? :)


Would be interesting to see how she does in the skidpad, cones and braking...

You got it Steve. Our intention is to shake it down in that general neighborhood later in the summer - hopefully you will have Penny perfected by then and you can lead us in the right direction.

[Steve1968LS2]

You got it Steve. Our intention is to shake it down in that general neighborhood later in the summer - hopefully you will have Penny perfected by then and you can lead us in the right direction.

Is that a challenge??? :lol:

Let me know when you want to come down here and we will book the track area we use and set up the photoshoot. :)

[James OLC]

Is that a challenge??? :lol:

Let me know when you want to come down here and we will book the track area we use and set up the photoshoot. :)

It wasn't intended as such (I think I've got my hands full with Dave and FUeL here at home as is) but I would definately be fun...:yes:

I was really hoping to steal your notes on the 3-link so you can save me three sets of springs and an excedrin headache.

We'll stay in touch and as plans come together we'll definately set things up. Besides, I have some stuff to send your way in the next week or two anyway (Mr. McBride's time permitting).

[JohnC]

Great job--looks amazing!

[Rokcrln]

You guys are doing an outstanding job on this car. After reading the entire build over the last hour or so I have one question/request. Do you have any more pics or info on the firewall forward bracing that extends to the front of the subframe? What I am interested in is the attachment point between the two. It looks like it is a socket type fit for 1pc strengh in a 2pc set up. Did you make those or are they available from ??

Thanks for your time to answer everyones questions as well as document this al for us. :thumbsup:

Kevin
LFD Inc.

[monza]

You got it Steve. Our intention is to shake it down in that general neighborhood later in the summer - hopefully you will have Penny perfected by then and you can lead us in the right direction.

Been meaning to chat with you about some travel... next summer 100% for some road time with you!! (to busy this summer baby, new stores...)

[James OLC]

You guys are doing an outstanding job on this car. After reading the entire build over the last hour or so I have one question/request. Do you have any more pics or info on the firewall forward bracing that extends to the front of the subframe? What I am interested in is the attachment point between the two. It looks like it is a socket type fit for 1pc strengh in a 2pc set up. Did you make those or are they available from ??

Thanks for your time to answer everyones questions as well as document this al for us. :thumbsup:

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Thanks Kevin - the project has been a lot of fun and sometimes takes on a life of it's own (case in point, Chris is still at the shop working on the rear close out pan right now). I sometimes think that I document everything as much for me as for the community - looking through this thread and my other files it's amazing how far the car has come.

The firewall to sub bars were built in house. The ends consist of a pair (male and female for lack of a better term) that we machined thanks to the always amazing Matt. I have had a couple of other people ask about them and we are looking to do a short production run of them in the next little while if there is sufficient interest.

A couple of machining pics for now - I'll add some assembly pics later in the week when we mate the two halves.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Matt%20mount%201.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/matt%20mount%202.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/matt%20mount%203.JPG

[James OLC]

Been meaning to chat with you about some travel... next summer 100% for some road time with you!! (to busy this summer baby, new stores...)

You definately have a full plate my friend. I wanted to talk to you about your track day at Race City sometime soon, I'll shoot you an email in the next couple of days. 'Till then take it easy.

[monza]

You definately have a full plate my friend. I wanted to talk to you about your track day at Race City sometime soon, I'll shoot you an email in the next couple of days. 'Till then take it easy.

June 22 is also my next planned track date in case I forget to mention it. (evening~ night run)

[KPC67]

Wow, this car is incredible James. I never did get a chance to come look at it but maybe another time.

[CORNER BLITZ]

http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/2964/homerdroolhx2.jpg

[Bowtieracing]

Sometimes the progress is slow but thanks for the compliment, they are always appreciated.

I went with the tank from (Rick's Stainless (http://www.rickshotrodshop.com/) because it met all of the projects needs at this point in it's "life":
[LIST]
It has a killer Kinsler spec Bosch fuel pump mounted internally.


Kevin can you share more information of this "kinsler spec Bosch fuel pump?

Keep up the awsome work and documentation:cool:

[James OLC]

Wow, this car is incredible James. I never did get a chance to come look at it but maybe another time.

Thanks Kevin. Sorry we were never able to tag up (my fault) hopefully sometime in the future for sure.

Kevin can you share more information of this "kinsler spec Bosch fuel pump?

Keep up the awsome work and documentation:cool:

The Bosch pump that Kinsler spec'ed for us when we were discussing injection setups is part number 10211. It's rated to 390 lbs/hr at 70 psi pressure.

Kinlser has a decent pump comparison in their tech manual here (http://www.kinsler.com/Cat_31_Web_HTMLs/0201234_screen59.html).

[James OLC]

It was a productive week this week, with some major progress on the OLC project.

We were able to get the subframe mated to the rest of the car:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/sub%20on%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/sub%20on%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/sub%20on%203.jpg

[James OLC]

We mocked up the exhaust one last time to help with the fabrication of the rear diffuser. Once we are done with it it will go out to the coater before final installation.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/exhaust%20mock%20up.jpg

[James OLC]

We got the rear AP Racing brakes on:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rear%20brake.jpg

Which allowed us to get the HRE wheels and Toyo Proxes R888 tires on:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rear%20wheel%20tire.jpg

Which fit like a glove:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rear%20tire.jpg

[James OLC]

The fronts went on just after that:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/wheels%20on%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/wheels%20on%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/wheels%20on%203.jpg

[James OLC]

And for the first time we were able to get the car on the ground on it's own wheels and tires...

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/on%20the%20ground%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/on%20the%20ground%202a.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/on%20the%20ground%203.jpg

well - almost on the ground... the hoist doesn't go low enough so it's on a couple of blocks for now...

[James OLC]

The front shocks still need to be adjusted to get the front end down another 2 inches to get to ride height.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/on%20the%20ground%204.jpg

But the rear sits nicely as is...

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/on%20the%20ground%205.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/on%20the%20ground%206.jpg

[GHOSTDANCER]

INCREDIBLE :hail: :bow: :cheers:

[Rybar]

INCREDIBLE :hail: :bow: :cheers:

Incredible is right, killer attention to the details. :thumbsup:

[deuce_454]

super build! what i dont get is if its a one lap car.. why the front sheetmetal is steel and not aluminum??.. or CF.. i mean in a racecar less weight equals more speed and less tirewear..

its so close to penny it should almost be named dolly (the cloned sheep) no offence intended, it just seems alittle showcar'ish and not a true one lap uncompromizing streetable racecar

but love the build.. it is exactly what a g.mashine is in my book... a streetable racecar... :thumbsup:

[James OLC]

INCREDIBLE :hail: :bow: :cheers:

Incredible is right, killer attention to the details. :thumbsup:

Thanks guys! After two years it's cool to be at the point where it is coming back together.

Duece - The One Lap of America is not about balls out race cars in street trim or ultra light customs with licence plates. There are far too many race venues and way too many miles of highway driving packed into one week for that. Besides, at this point in my life I wanted a real car that I could enjoy on my own terms.

[James OLC]

Spent a little bit of time today working through the plumbing of the clutch and brake master cylinders and remote reservoirs.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/masters%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/masters%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/masters%203a.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/masters%204.jpg

[James OLC]

And started looking at mounting options for the coils:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coil%20bracket%201a.jpg

[James OLC]

We'll start hanging the front sheetmetal this week then get an alignment done and weld the subframe in...

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/body%2069.jpg

[tjbruning]

looking good. I love the Tilton 900 series pedals. Any reason you went with the CV Products reservoirs over the Tilton version?

[Teetoe_Jones]

Epic. The best part of being in this business, is to see a car of this caliber come together.

The engine screams for a custom intake, but I'm sure you knew that.

Tyler

[James OLC]

Epic. The best part of being in this business, is to see a car of this caliber come together.

The engine screams for a custom intake, but I'm sure you knew that.

Tyler

Thanks my friend.

The intake has been narrowed down to two options ;) I just need to sort out the details...

[deuce_454]

Thanks guys! After two years it's cool to be at the point where it is coming back together.

Duece - The One Lap of America is not about balls out race cars in street trim or ultra light customs with licence plates. There are far too many race venues and way too many miles of highway driving packed into one week for that. Besides, at this point in my life I wanted a real car that I could enjoy on my own terms.


dont get me wrong.. i think the car is absolutely perfect! and just the right combination of uncompromising race solutions and streetable cruicer... i wouldnt change a thing! i just wondered out loud if it was perfect for one lap....

[KPC67]

Looking good James,
What sizes are your tires, I was trying to search for the sizes on Penny but couldn't find them?

[James OLC]

Looking good James,
What sizes are your tires, I was trying to search for the sizes on Penny but couldn't find them?

Thanks Kevin.

The fronts are 255/35-18s on 18 x 8.5" rims
The rears are 315/30-18s on 18 x 11.0" rims

[Payton King]

the final product. I check this thread daily

[victionone]

James,

Car looks really good. All business but with a lot of style to it.

I'm assuming you went with the AP Racing C5 brake kit. How are you mounting them in the rear and what are you doing for the parking brake?

[James OLC]

Every spring, Heighton Restoration in Beiseker, AB has an open house and car show. Since we were mocking up the sheetmetal to make sure the fit was correct before welding the subframe in Chris thought it would be cool make the car half way presentable for the show. I think the results are killer:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%201.jpg

The stance is really close but I think that the actual ride height will be an inch higher front and back when we are done.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%202.jpg

The lower valance and Marquez running lights came out pretty well. The chin spoiler is a Carbon Fiber piece that probably will be replaced soon but definetely shows completes the front end well. We're not quite done on the header panel and a few other bits and pieces but wanted to get all the sheetmetal together one last time before paint.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%203.jpg

[James OLC]

I am really happy with the HRE wheels (ok, heck, I'm happy with how the whole thing is coming together).

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%204.jpg

The backspacing on the rears is (IMO) just about perfect.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%205.jpg

[James OLC]

It's cool to see the entire engine compartment come together. The down bars still have to be painted and are in to confirm hose routing and clearances in the mean time.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%206.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%207.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%208.jpg

[James OLC]

I'm still not quite done on the plumbing for the remote reservoirs. There winds up benig alot going on in that corner and I hope to be able to clean up the -4an lines to the reservoirs a bit before I'm done there.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%209.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%2010.jpg

[James OLC]

Matt at RFR Custom Fabrication made up the killer shims for the fenders. The down tube bolts will be changed out in final assembly.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%2011.jpg

There is still some work to finish up at the back. We are about half way done the rear bellypan but it's coming together really well.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%2012.jpg

[James OLC]

The radiator support and closeout panel was a ton of work but looks natural with the sheetmetal in place. The cable release latch assembly is nice and tidy as well.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%2013.jpg

Again Matt at RFR Custom Fabrication came through with the upper collars for the hood pins. The Ring Brother's pins were originally designed for Mustangs and left some threads exposed on the Camaro. Matt went above and beyond here and came up with a perfect solution.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/june%2013%2014.jpg

[Teetoe_Jones]

That is it.

Best engine bay I've seen in a 1st gen, super clean, very race inspired and simply functional.

This must be a great moment for you. I'm having a beer right now in your name.

Congrats on a great mile stone in your project.

Tyler

[ironworks]

Wow that car is awesome. The stance just screams business. Are those 18's or 19's? I'm sure it will run better then it looks and it looks awesome.

Rodger

[James OLC]

This must be a great moment for you. I'm having a beer right now in your name.

Congrats on a great mile stone in your project.

Tyler


Cheers my friend. :cheers:

After two and a half years it is really cool to see it on the ground, more or less in one piece.

[James OLC]

Wow that car is awesome. The stance just screams business. Are those 18's or 19's? I'm sure it will run better then it looks and it looks awesome.

Rodger


Thanks Rodger,

I am really happy with the way that the car sits. We spent a lot of time playing with wheels trying to make sure that we were able to get the stance and backspacing bang on and I think that it was worth it in the end.

The wheels are 18's - 8.5" wide on the front and 11" wide on the back.

[Tom.A]

Man......the thing looks killer. Congrats on such a killer car :wow:

[Bowtieracing]

Amazing fit and finisht on engine bay.As tyler said best ever seen:thumbsup:

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

daaaaaaaaammmmmmnnnn...

that thing looks like its on the warpath..

[monza]

KILLER :cheers:

Now hurry up! Must feel good getting close, when are you going to turn the ignition and start the beast up?

[James OLC]

Man......the thing looks killer. Congrats on such a killer car :wow:

Thanks Tom

Amazing fit and finisht on engine bay.As tyler said best ever seen:thumbsup:

I appreciate the compliment. I tried to come up with something clean, which is difficult with the LS7's plumbing requirements but I think we have been able to package everything fairly efficiently.

daaaaaaaaammmmmmnnnn...

that thing looks like its on the warpath..

Hopefully it will be in the next couple of months...

[James OLC]

KILLER :cheers:

Now hurry up! Must feel good getting close, when are you going to turn the ignition and start the beast up?

Thanks Dave :cheers:

Turn the ignition... dang, I guess I need to consider getting an ignition switch of some kind pretty quick now (lol). Hopefully sometime in July - I'll fire you an email when we pick a date.

[Rybar]

James, like all the others said. The car is simply stunning, one of the nicest 1st Gen Camaro's I've ever seen and yes that engine bay is just sick looking. I like the downbars in steel as they look now, unless they are painted the same color as the frame. :thumbsup:

[James OLC]

James, like all the others said. The car is simply stunning, one of the nicest 1st Gen Camaro's I've ever seen and yes that engine bay is just sick looking. I like the downbars in steel as they look now, unless they are painted the same color as the frame. :thumbsup:

Thanks.
I agree that the down bars look really good in bare steel as they are now (and that gives me some ideas for the next car or the next next car) but when we are done they will be grey to match the subframe.

[awr68]

Looking killer!! :cheers:

I miss mine!!

[GHOSTDANCER]

What finish did you use on the rim centers ? :cheers:

[Teetoe_Jones]

Gunmetal gray.

Tyler

[GHOSTDANCER]

Thank you Tyler. Was the gunmetal grey a custom color ?
The photos all look like black with texture. [yes my eyes and monitor are old as time]:lol:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/april%2026%204.JPG

[James OLC]

I think that is actually called Charcoal Gey and it is a factory HRE color.

[GHOSTDANCER]

Thanks :cheers:

[James OLC]

Well we're at that point in the build where lots of things are coming together but nothing really dramatic is taking place so I'll give a quick update showing the last of the fabrication that (thankfully) is now just about done.

At the back of the car we've put together a close-out panel that I think really completes the back end of the car:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rear%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rear%202a.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rear%203.jpg

[James OLC]

We'll look at some possible aero enhancements when it's done and we have a chance to actually do some on track testing.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rear%20closout%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rear%20closout%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/rear%20closout%203.jpg

[James OLC]

At the front our splitter begins to take shape...

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spoiler%20evo%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spoiler%20evo%202.jpg

....and that's where we'll leave that for now.

[James OLC]

We also got the bulk off the fuel system plumbed. I'm just waitimg on some fuel rails for the LS7 (which seem to be harder than you would think to get) and then we'll be done the fuel side of the equation (for now).

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/fuel%201.jpg

...yes I know, but you should try finding an ano-tuff 180 degree -8 fitiing in this town on a holiday long weekend (or any other time for that matter). I had to go to a fall back price that was sitting in my tool box for now; we'll change that line out this weekend.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/fuel%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/fuel%203.jpg

We're working on the wiring now - the I Squared panel is proving to be a real time saver making the intall very simple and efficient.

[itsals1]

James, Your car has got me wondering if I really want to replace my factory sub-frame with a AME C-6 or not. The styling of your car is spot on to what I have in mind for my 67' , right down to a simular color. Wow, Great minds think alike :lol: . Great project, look forward to your updates daily.
Travis

[James OLC]

James, Your car has got me wondering if I really want to replace my factory sub-frame wiyh a AME C-6 or not. The styling of your car is spot on to what I have in mind for my 67' , right down to a simular color. Wow, Great minds think alike :lol: . Great project, look forward to your updates daily.
Travis

Thanks Travis.

There is a lot of potential in the stock subframe. I am obviously really happy with the ATS package (I actually have two Chicane-LM coilover conversions - this one and another on my other '67 project) and would suggest giving Tyler a call if your interested in specifics. He is more than willing to share technical specifications on the subframe to enable you to compare apples to apples.

Good luck with your project.

[uthustler]

update!!

[MODO Innovations]

Stunning, what else can you say. You have done a great job so far, I can't wait to see the finished product. Again stunning. :hail:

[James OLC]

Stunning, what else can you say. You have done a great job so far, I can't wait to see the finished product. Again stunning. :hail:

Thanks Shannon, I appreciate compliment.

[James OLC]

Sorry that it has been so long since the last update - we are at that point in the build that doesn't really photograph well. Some people might find the work a little boring but some of it is really cool. In the last couple of weeks we were able to get the front spoiler / splitter together to the point that it's ready for final bodywork.

We also spent the last couple of days getting the coils mounted.

We started with these trick billet coil brackets:
These are prototypes that we had machined for us by Matt at RFR. The final product will be anodized but we wanted to evelate the design before moving forward.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coil%20bracket%201.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coil%20bracket%204.JPG

Now I just have to figure out where to mount them.

[waynieZ]

Awesome job on the coil brackets. The whole car is awesome very nice work.
Wayne

[monza]

Amazing as always! Interesting and original mounting location for sure should work well. (call you tomorrow and drop by if your working on the car)

[70 chevelle]

Have you used the I squared panel before? I've been looking for someone who hs used them before but most people have never heard of them. If so, I'm looking for some long term impressions. Car looks unbelievable by the way.

[James OLC]

Amazing as always! Interesting and original mounting location for sure should work well. (call you tomorrow and drop by if your working on the car)

Thanks Dave. Give me a shout any time, I don't know if we're going to be able to work on the car today/tomorrow but I need to pick your brain about where to scare up some scales so I can scale the car and get the shocks valved while it's in the booth.

[James OLC]

Have you used the I squared panel before? I've been looking for someone who hs used them before but most people have never heard of them. If so, I'm looking for some long term impressions. Car looks unbelievable by the way.

This is the first time I've used the panel. It really makes the wiring simple and cuts down tremendously on the time and amount of wires and other neccessary evils (it's also a more economical solution in the long run compared to conventional wiring layouts). I Squared is doing some really exciting things right now (that hopefully I can discuss more soon) but they make a top notch product and a great alternative to some of the other products offered by others.

[monza]

Thanks Dave. Give me a shout any time, I don't know if we're going to be able to work on the car today/tomorrow but I need to pick your brain about where to scare up some scales so I can scale the car and get the shocks valved while it's in the booth.

Sounds good, pretty sure I could borrow some scales from a a few spots, just let me know when and I'll get on it.

[WILWAXU]

Great build!

That's a different and cool location for the coils. Too bad you have to cover up those bitch'n brackets ;)

[coolwelder62]

This is a kick ass car. And some really neat ideas. I see a car like this ,And It makes me want to start a new project. Great job, Love it.Scott.

[badbu68]

Love the form and functionality of this car, I'm looking forward to seeing more work on the quarter exhaust. Any surrounds on the quarter?

[James OLC]

Thanks guys - we're trying.

well it took a little bit of thinking - and then rethinking after a bit of a misstep - but we were able to get the coils mounted today.

The bracket fits nicely below the rad:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coil%20bracket%201x.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coil%20bracket%202x.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coil%20bracket%203x.JPG

[James OLC]

and with the coils in place:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coils%201.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coils%202.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coils%203.JPG

and from the inside they nicely out of the way:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/coils%20in%201.JPG

[James OLC]

Building the front splitter.

The first stages of fabication, we based it on a stock spoiler and increased the rake slightly:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spoiler%20evo%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spoiler%20evo%202.jpg

[James OLC]

Then we closed the sides in, trying to follow the curves of the lower fender as well as possible:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spoiler%20evo%203.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spoiler%20evo%204.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spoiler%20evo%205.jpg

[James OLC]

and finished it off with the spitter itself at the bottom. This is just roughed in at this point; before moving forward with the bodywork Chris and Shane tweaked the corners and the base for a tight, flat fit:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spltr%203.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spltr%201.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spltr%202.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spltr%204.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/spltr%206.jpg

I like that we found a way to follow the original design and take it to the next level. We will probably wind up with a couple of bases - one for the street and one for the track. It's probably not for everybody and that's fine but it fits with the OneLap build and should have a positive effect on the track.

[zbugger]

I like it. A lot even. Looks great. Thanks for giving me an idea for my own car.

[monza]

Looking cool, I have to ask what is the cork gasket taped in the pics?

Curious with the spitter (lower portion) as you call it, is that design tested and tried some where? Just thinking on the aerodynamics of it all. Sort of thinking it might have a lifting effect with that flat plane under the car???? I 100% expect and looking forward to you schooling me on it! Love the shape and look.

[James OLC]

Looking cool, I have to ask what is the cork gasket taped in the pics?

Which cork gasket Dave?

Curious with the spitter (lower portion) as you call it, is that design tested and tried some where? Just thinking on the aerodynamics of it all. Sort of thinking it might have a lifting effect with that flat plane under the car???? I 100% expect and looking forward to you schooling me on it! Love the shape and look.

I don't know if anything exactly like it has been done on a '67 before (I am sure that some one, some where probably has) but it is fairly common on road race cars. The principal behind the splitter is to decrease the volume of air moving under the car and reduce the turbulance (and increase the velocity) of the air that does move under the car. The combination of reduced volume and increased velocity is lower pressure and reduced lift.

We will in all likelyhood have to do some testing to determine the ideal length but we have to get to that point. I am a little concerned about the bend to the second crossmember of the sub but without it the air would just hit the crossmember directly so I don't see how it could be a detriment. Like anything else though, testing will tell.

[Teetoe_Jones]

I think he is talking about your tow hook mock up cardboard piece.

Tyler

[monza]

I think he is talking about your tow hook mock up cardboard piece.

Tyler

Yes that would be correct and my answer. Thank you.

[monza]

Thanks for the answer sounds good, I had to many beers to even be thinking about as such questions let alone posting it!! :captain:

Which cork gasket Dave?

I don't know if anything exactly like it has been done on a '67 before (I am sure that some one, some where probably has) but it is fairly common on road race cars. The principal behind the splitter is to decrease the volume of air moving under the car and reduce the turbulance (and increase the velocity) of the air that does move under the car. The combination of reduced volume and increased velocity is lower pressure and reduced lift.

We will in all likelyhood have to do some testing to determine the ideal length but we have to get to that point. I am a little concerned about the bend to the second crossmember of the sub but without it the air would just hit the crossmember directly so I don't see how it could be a detriment. Like anything else though, testing will tell.

[James OLC]

Yes that would be correct and my answer. Thank you.

I thought so but in all honesty the seems to be somethiing taped to something else all over place right now so I thought I would ask. Onr complicacation with the splitter is the removal of most factory (or common) towing points meaning that with the splitter on it would be practically impossible to load it onto a trailer or the inevitable flat deck. Matt at RFR is machining some really neat and simple hooks right now.

I'll give you a shout tomorrow - I need to line up some scales for a day so I can send the shocks out while the car is being painted.

Cheers,

[James OLC]

It's actually a '67.
I've been following the cc post on splitters and am comfortable with where we are now. It needs track testing to fine tune the extension (both front and back) and we may play with materials once we have a final track proven layout in hand.

[dmerrio]

That car looks like it will be fun to take out. Not to change the topic but the CC site looks like its not worth the time to join.

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

The front end of your 69 looks great.

Please don't take this bad. I also follow a lot of the stuff on Corner Carvers and these are some of the issues guys there are having doing good splitters.

Take it for what you paid for it.



hmm..

the best part about observation is that you might be a knowitall when it comes to splitters but its really embarrassing when you cant even identify the year of the car..

and i think we dont need this site to become another Corner Carvers.... i think im not the only one on that topic..
and they paid for that.. so they took it.

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on a lighter note..

Reboot.. the splitter and front end look AWESOME!!

[James OLC]

hmm..

on a lighter note..

Reboot.. the splitter and front end look AWESOME!!

Thanks. It's one of those parts that looks better in person than in my so-so pictures. We had tried a couple of different designs and I think this one honors the original car the best and will be functional. Once it is all together I think it will complete the car well and tie the front and back spoilers together.

As far as the other stuff (not directing this at you VT), if you want to debate the merits of someone elses forum please do it elsewhere.

[James OLC]

Well, the car is in the paint booth as we speak. It's been boarded for the fourth time and is getting it's final wet sand before paint. With any luck Chris will being laying down paint before the end of the week. I'll try to shoot some pictures today.

In the mean time though I guess I should post something before the thread gets completely sidetracked.

Since the splitter pics most of the progress has been subtle and is not really photogenic. We have got most of the engine wired and are waiting for four sensors before we can call it done. Plug wires are built and in place, and the AC lines are out being crimped as we speak (type... whatever). The exhaust is at the coater and the driveshaft is on it's way.

At the back of the car, we have the Optima battery in place as well as the Safecraft fire bottle:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/trunk%20stuff.JPG

At the front we are looking at some bumpstop alternatives (some are more mundane than others while some are bordering on exotic). No decisions there yet (packaging is tight) but we did a bit of work on the steering arm - baer tracker mounting. One of the difficulties with wider front wheels on the stock subframe (and maybe aftermarket ones as well?) is that when using something like the Baer Tracker tie rod end and bump steer spacers is that the tapered stud is quite long and can interfere with the inner/outer lip of the wheel on the inboard side. Our HREs have nearly a 6" backspacing and interference was definately an issue. The solution is a minor modification to the steering arm and the use of a 5/8" bolt rather than the tapered stud:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/tie%20rod%20end%202.JPG

Three things to note: (1) there are no any spacers for bump steer in place yet as the car hasn't been aligned at this point (2) a safety washer below the heim is a must and (3) ultimately the castle nut on the top will have a cotter pin in place.

Plenty of clearance now:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/tie%20rod%20end%201a.JPG

[James OLC]

Also up front Chris had been working on aligning the front sheetmetal and hood for the final time so we brought out the billet hood latch that Matt at RFR had machined for us:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/old%20hoodlatch%201.JPG

We have changed the design slightly from this version but wanted to test fit the piece as was and make sure the the alignment and adjustment was there.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/Old%20latch%20intalled%20far.JPG

The final installation will use Ring Brothers hardware but i think the piece really adds a nice touch, especially since we do not need the safety catch.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/old%20latch%20installed%20near.JPG

[James OLC]

The new design is slightly more refined and matches some of the other billet bits that we have integrated under the hood:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/New%20Hoodlatch.jpg

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/New%20Hoodlatch%202.jpg

It will use the DSE stud and maintains a locknut on the backside:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/New%20Hoodlatch3.jpg

I'll post more pictures of this when it is back from the anodizer and installed but there is something that is cool about newly machined raw pieces. We are planning on doing a limited production run of these (and/or the original version) if there is any interest.

[James OLC]

For now it's back off to the shop so hopefully some more updates coming tonight.

Thanks everybody!

[James OLC]

The car is now in the booth and getting ready for paint. Chris spent the last couple of days realigning all of the sheetmetal and giving the car it's final boarding. He started on the first wet sanding (400 grit) today (he was on the drivers side roof when I took these) and should have it ready for paint by midweek if everything goes well.

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/final%20board%201.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/final%20board%202.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/final%20board%203.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/final%20board%204.JPG

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/final%20board%205.JPG