Later Gen Camaro pedal assembly in a 1968 camaro

[NickBurns]

Has any one installed complete pedal assembly from a later model say 2013 camaro into a first gen LS Camaro? I've been on google about this and haven't come up with anything. I am also going to try to retrofit a 2013 dashboard etc into my 1968 as well. Its about 1/2 inch less in width.


Thanks in advance,
Nick

[130fe]

This thread might give you some ideas-
https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-hybrids/1726501-68-camaro-lsa-tr6060-13-zl1-interior-retro-fit.html

[slimjim]

I've done the dash, trans tunnel, center console and seats from a 2013 model. it was a lot of work. but I managed to get the 68 pedals(clutch and brake) to bolt almost entirely up to the modern dash frame. They're very similar dimensions.

If you're serious about it I can explain it more, my build thread is below that has some info.

However after doing it, I'd probably say it isn't worth it..

[NickBurns]

Thank You... I am dead serious!

Nick... I can share pictures of how far I have got with this jig up brand new build if you would like...

[slimjim]

There's probably a bunch of ways to go about this, john(Cryptonomad) whose thread is posted in comment 2 did a fantastic job, he incorporated an incredible amount of 5th gen tech into his car, and fortunately for us he made detailed posts along the way.

Mine is a halfway version where I mixed the 5th and 1st gen tech together so as to also take advantage of aftermarket parts available. I had Aaron at ambition road tackle this fabrication for me and I think he nailed it.

We removed the trans tunnel and directly installed the 5th gen tunnel in it's entirety to my 68. we also then had to widen the floorpan by notching the running boards to allow for the wider seats to sit as they should next to the larger transmission tunnel. This also allowed for new seat mounts so the seats could sit as low as possible.

Trans tunnel and smooth firewall
https://i.imgur.com/k41MSXBl.jpg

running boards
https://i.imgur.com/FMhGhRKl.jpg

Dash shortnening
https://i.imgur.com/OjmqjNFl.jpg

mockup of the dash and console
https://i.imgur.com/SHipNjel.jpg

mockup with the seats
https://i.imgur.com/hZqf9Akl.jpg

This is post raptor liner, with the dash frame removed. we had it installed with bolts so it can all be removed.
https://i.imgur.com/36QrhDbl.jpg

Here is a picture with the framing reinstalled and the 5th gen steering column mounted.
https://i.imgur.com/q86AIWnl.jpg

Here are the 68 pedals and original pedal mount bolted to the firewall and came so close to the 5th gen frame that all that was needed was a couple 1/2" spacers.
https://i.imgur.com/nMOm3kul.jpg

Ambition road made these awesome closeouts for the ends of the dash, the plastic pieces couldn't be used.
https://i.imgur.com/mu2wsiDl.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/8N5QWKLl.jpg

mock up with carpet
https://i.imgur.com/zIAqZ1sl.jpg

I plan to run an LS3/T56 with a PSI harness and the body harness from AAW. so anything from the 5th gen is merely cosmetic. which brought on these following mods:-

steering wheel button delete
https://i.imgur.com/oPgtQarl.jpg

double din trim
https://i.imgur.com/BFck2nfl.jpg

center console window switches
https://i.imgur.com/nUHUQZFl.jpg

This is a brief version of what we've achieved so far but I'm happy to elaborate further

[130fe]

Slimjim, what PW switches are those? Great looking conversion!

[NickBurns]

SlimJim - That looks incredible and what art work by Ambition Road...... Thank You for sharing!! Its definitely a project I want to tackle.. I have the 2013 Dashboard already...

[slimjim]

Slimjim, what PW switches are those? Great looking conversion!

These are from Ringbrothers, just got them recently

SlimJim - That looks incredible and what art work by Ambition Road...... Thank You for sharing!! Its definitely a project I want to tackle.. I have the 2013 Dashboard already...

Thanks, keep us updated on how you go