Steves 69 camaro "Adrnelin"

[aany001]

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[ZZ3ElCamino]

It takes a brave man to start with a project in that shape. The progress pics are looking great!

[BC69]

I second that! That is a huge undertaking...but more than worth it in the end with the amount of pure pride!

Keep us posted.


Tim

[Bowtieracing]

You can be really proud of your work!! It takes a real talented builder to replace all that sheet metal:thumbsup:

[awr68]

Congrats Steve!! I know it was a long and trying time...but it's worth it!

What most of you guys don't know is that he sold a very nice second gen to start this project....now that's brave!!

Keep the pics coming as you mock up the car and get it into paint!! :thumbsup:

[98ssnova]

You want to help me with my project. Looks good you got skillz bro:thumbsup:

[aany001]

thanks for the kind words guys....I can't take the credit for doing all the metal work.....it has been quite a struggle with this car.I have read so many people's conplaints about bodyshops out there and hoped I had gone the right way with finding a guy an hour north of me and does not have a full time job but works out of his garage.But reality kicks into high gear and the excuses from this guy start flying.The guy does great work when he feels like working which is very rarely.My car has been there 15 months when the original quote was 4-6 weeks tops.Anyways the car is almost ready with the fab work and will be home soon.Anthony your so right it was all worth it the car looks awesome and Im so excited to get it home.I will keep everyone posted.
l8tr

[aany001]

what am I nuts I went from this to this................I hope my wife will understand the madness!!!



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[awr68]

Been awhile since I've seen that car....yeah you're nuts!! Well, thinking long term investment...maybe not!! You're family will love the '69 soon enough!! :thumbsup:

[G-Body]

The things people will do to own a 69 camaro these dats just amazes me! really hope you enjoy welding what a job! Good luck!

[Rybar]

Looks like it's coming along nicely. I also agree that you are brave to tackle this. I don't think very many people realize the patience you have to have when taking on a project this size. Be patient and you will be happy in the end. :cheers:

[syborg tt]

Looks like it's coming along nicely. I also agree that you are brave to tackle this. I don't think very many people realize the patience you have to have when taking on a project this size. Be patient and you will be happy in the end. :cheers:

if you ask me it's looks like Mopar level Rust - Cuddo's to you for saving a 69. I can't wait to follow the progress.

[aussiebj]

Its not nuts i am right there with you i get it its a challenge right !!!!!!! heres mine....keep up the good work looks great.....:thumbsup:
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[Bandit Ls-1]

holy crap! i thought my car had some rust.... thats a complete 180 on that car glad to see another one saved,great work man.

[aany001]

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[NvrDun71]

Car has come a LOOOONG way, keep up the great work. The Fikse look badass as well....

[BC69]

WOAH!!! Is that the same car!! Thats insane!


How happy are you right now! That is great work and progress!

Tim

[BLACKJACK]

:thumbsup: :hail:

[awr68]

Cars looking sweet! You gotta be stoked to have them under the car!! :cheers:

[projectile]

Holy cow!!!!! You must be working on it 10 hours a day,.... everyday! Keep up the good work.

P.S. - I like the flag hanging in the background!;)

[monza]

Damn you should call that thing Progress, moving along at light speed...

[DOOM]

Unreal, I wish you were closer to Chicago I would offer you my facility!!! Anyone with this much drive you have to admire!!!!!!!1:hail: :hail: :hail: I think its great to see something from nothing become something. AWSOME man.:thumbsup:
Mario

[markd]

I have to be honest…you had me worried when I first saw the pictures of the car, but somehow you pulled it off. Great job!

[aany001]

Thanks guys for all the kind words.I have been busten my rear for a couple years now trying to get this pail back on its feet but I think Im getting some head way.I have a few huge shout outs to give...first to SW for helping me in getting my dream wheels! If it wasn't for you bro this wouldn't be happening so I sincerely would like to say thank you for all your help and going out of your way to help out a small time regular joe .....your a first class kind of guy. :bow: Second shout out is to my buddy Anthony....man its been a long journey from me asking you how hard it was to install your mini tub kit to now sitting back in my garage and just staring at the car and not believing it's really mine!!!! Last but not least to Lateral G and PT.COM and all it's members thank you for all of your help in answering my endless questions and all of my purchases for great deals....man you guys rock :bow:
I couldn't ask for a better place to hang out!!! Cheers everyone!!!!!!!! :cheers: I better get back to work!! :thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

This has got to be one of the best thank you's ever posted on this board.

You've done a great job and I just happy your sharing it with us. keep it up I can't wait to see it complete.

Thanks guys for all the kind words.I have been busten my rear for a couple years now trying to get this pail back on its feet but I think Im getting some head way.I have a few huge shout outs to give...first to SW for helping me in getting my dream wheels! If it wasn't for you bro this wouldn't be happening so I sincerely would like to say thank you for all your help and going out of your way to help out a small time regular joe .....your a first class kind of guy. :bow: Second shout out is to my buddy Anthony....man its been a long journey from me asking you how hard it was to install your mini tub kit to now sitting back in my garage and just staring at the car and not believing it's really mine!!!! Last but not least to Lateral G and PT.COM and all it's members thank you for all of your help in answering my endless questions and all of my purchases for great deals....man you guys rock :bow:
I couldn't ask for a better place to hang out!!! Cheers everyone!!!!!!!! :cheers: I better get back to work!! :thumbsup:

[awr68]

first to SW for helping me in getting my dream wheels! If it wasn't for you bro this wouldn't be happening so I sincerely would like to say thank you for all your help and going out of your way to help out a small time regular joe .....your a first class kind of guy. :bow: Yes, SW is a great guy!! Couldn't agree more!!

Second shout out is to my buddy Anthony....man its been a long journey from me asking you how hard it was to install your mini tub kit to now sitting back in my garage and just staring at the car and not believing it's really mine!!!! :thumbsup:

Geee Thanks!! It's been fun helping you over the years and it's great to finally see it all coming together!! :cheers:

[DOOM]

Hows the car coming along,any new pics??

[aany001]

I will have some new pics coming real soon.....my diff is being shortened as I type this and next I will be calling Frank at Prodigy Customs to order my new axles .Mount the engine trans combo to the frame and assemble the suspension and brakes.Got a few late nights ahead of me but its worth it!!!!!! Im lucky my wife understands my madness :thumbsup:

[jst8a5.0]

Just saw this thread for the first time. WOW. Guys, isn't it amazing when an average joe (no offense) pulls off a professional job and gains support and insight from people literally thousands of miles away?! The first thing I thought of when I saw the garage pics with the new wheels and that projected stance, SW's 69 @sema 06. Great job dude. :thumbsup:

Micah

[tones2SS]

Great job on the car so far.
AND, those wheels!?!?!?! WOW!!!!!!!:thumbsup: :hail: :thumbsup:

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[tones2SS]

She's coming along huh?!!?
Keep the updates coming.:thumbsup: :cheers: :cheers:

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[WILWAXU]

Incredible work!

What's the measurements on those Fikse's and tires?

[aany001]

front 18x8 245 40 18
rears 18x12 335 30 18
thanks

[awr68]

Great pics, love the shots with the kids!!

It's coming along nicely! I see ya got control arms....sweet!! :thumbsup:

Did you get the rear axle deal figured out?

Whats next to do?

:cheers:

[syborg tt]

Great Pictures

Love the one's with the Kids

[tones2SS]

Great Pictures

Love the one's with the Kids

Yeah, looks like your son wants you to get it done so he can go for a cruise!!!:thumbsup:

[GHOSTDANCER]

Great job, it's looking great :thumbsup: :cheers:

[aany001]

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[aany001]

here are some pics of my parking brake setup that I changed up a bit...what do you guys think????
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[Kendall Burleson]

Looks great I want to see more!:cool: :cool:

[PASD U]

Amazing! It's going to be a real nice one.

[awr68]

Nice to see progress!! Give me a call this week....it's been too long!! :cheers:

[waynieZ]

Beautiful work on the car . It looks great . I like the flag in the garage from my grandparents homeland Portugal.

[96z28ss]

Beautiful work on the car . It looks great . I like the flag in the garage from my grandparents homeland Portugal.

Well with me its where my Parents are from, they moved to the US when they were in there early 20's from St. Maria Azores. I still have family there.

[aany001]

Same with me my parents came here from Azores 40 yrs ago and just my dad went back a few times to settle some real estate issues.My sister and I have never been there but we hope to take my mom soon.We lost my dad a few years ago and he was the one who told me to hang the flag there and its been there ever since.Man do we miss my dad!!!!!!!:(

[96z28ss]

Same with me my parents came here from Azores 40 yrs ago and just my dad went back a few times to settle some real estate issues.My sister and I have never been there but we hope to take my mom soon.We lost my dad a few years ago and he was the one who told me to hang the flag there and its been there ever since.Man do we miss my dad!!!!!!!:(

I have alot of family in Gult and Cambridge up in Canada.

[tones2SS]

She's getting there bud. Keep up the good work.:thumbsup:

[aany001]

Been a long time since some updates and we all love photos so here we go!!!
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[waynieZ]

Nice work its looking great!

[coolwelder62]

Great job.I love seeing home built cars like your's turn out so nice.It show's if you want something bad enough and work hard you can get it.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: keep up the good work.Scott

[greycamaro]

what kind of work are you doing around the brake vents?

[aany001]

what kind of work are you doing around the brake vents?

We wanted to make sure the fins would fit cause the pockets on the aftermarket quarters are not deep enough so we clearance them to fit flush.So when the car is painted everything should fit nice.

[Tom.A]

You have came a long way. great job :thumbsup:

[jack67rs]

Hats off to you man great job saving that 69, nice work!!

[awr68]

Looking great!! It's really nice to see this much work and attention to detail being done! Going to prime it soon? That will be another mile stone!! Not that this isn't already! :cheers: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[T_Raven]

Nice progress. I love the wheels, one of my favorites.

[aany001]

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[69x22]

Admire all of the work! And love the wheels.

[jlwdvm]

Did you install mini-tubs to fit those tires? If not, what size/backspacing are you using?

[tones2SS]

Very cool.:thumbsup:

[417 Motorsports]

LOVE THE BUILD MAN!!!!!!!

your doing one hell of a job and like everyone else has said i love seeing home built cars like yours!!

Also im glad to see you got that ancient tuned port junk outta there and joined the dark side LOL :D

all in all im giving you a big :thumbsup:

[78 typelt]

Great build....

[Rybar]

Congrats on the new drivetrain. Is that an LS1 or LS6?? And what is the backspacing on your rear wheels? Car looks awesome keep us posted :thumbsup:

[aany001]

Did you install mini-tubs to fit those tires? If not, what size/backspacing are you using?

Yes I did mini tub the car with a DSE kit.My rear rims are 18x12 and my back spacing is 6.125" Hope this helps

[aany001]

Congrats on the new drivetrain. Is that an LS1 or LS6?? And what is the backspacing on your rear wheels? Car looks awesome keep us posted :thumbsup:

Rybar the engine is a 2001 LS1 with LS6 intake,throttle body,camshaft and the valvetrain has been beefed to handle the LS6 cam lift.My rear rims are 18x12 with 6.125" backspacing.Hows your car coming???? I smell a mini tub coming?????:cheers:

[aany001]

Guys I just wanted to let you guys know of a very reputable place to buy LS drivelines. Hilton Motorsports here in Canada are very well stocked with low mileage drop outs at reasonable prices. To boot Bob is a great guy and knowledgeable for your LS install.Thanks again Bob for all your help.:cheers:
Steve

[aany001]

Well after around 8 hours and a few beers with a buddy the drivetrain is in place with a stock F body oil pan with no mods to it.Fits like a glove.....man Im tired but a huge step forward.Enjoy the pics.

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[Mikael A]

Looks good,I see you named your ls Steve:lol:

[awr68]

Good deal! You will be very pleased with the LS motor! What motor plates were used?

[melman109]

Very nice, this car has come a long way. Nice build! :thumbsup:

[aany001]

Good deal! You will be very pleased with the LS motor! What motor plates were used?

Tony I used the 1" set back plates....really pumped now!!!

[Z06Joe]

Very fun/cool looking build!!!!!!!!

[Rybar]

Nice work getting the motor in, I'd highly recommend some Longtube headers it will really open the motor up.

[tones2SS]

Looking good man!:thumbsup:

[aany001]

Well I have some more progress to show you guys.After dropping in my LS1 I ran into a few fitment issues.One in particular was my factory vacuum booster wasn't allowing one of my coils to bolt down.So I had a 2001 C5 booster and master that I wanted to use.So after talking to a few of our members here I went for it.Basically what I did was tranfer over the factory booster bracket and modify it to bolt onto the C5 booster so everything could bolt in smoothly together.Hopefully the pics are self explanitory but please shoot me some questions I"d be pleased to answer them.The whole process took me about 6hrs and it fits perfect.

Steve

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[Rybar]

Real nice job, the vette booster looks great. :thumbsup:

[Sales@Dutchboys]

The car is looking great Steve!:thumbsup: It was great talking to you again at columbus.

Paul

[awr68]

Nice work Steve! one step at a time! You have been making nice progress! What's left to mockup? I bet you can't wait to start in on body work and get it all in one color...even if it's primer! :cheers:

[awr68]

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I love the wall of insperation!! :yes:

[tones2SS]

I love the wall of insperation!! :yes:

Good eye!! I didn't even notice that! :_paranoid
That's a great idea!:thumbsup: :cheers:

[aany001]

Guys thanks for the great comments. Ya that wall of fame helps me out like you wouldnt believe.:thumbsup:

[aany001]

Tony your car is up there too but cant see it in that pic.Hows your car coming along ??? When will it be coming home?

[aany001]

The car is looking great Steve!:thumbsup: It was great talking to you again at columbus.

Paul

Ya it was great seeing you guys as well.Did you get a photo shoot with anyone? Did you win anything? Car looked so sweet.Were you at woodward last weekend?

[aany001]

Not much progress but a new phase is coming up.........this will speed things up when doing the undercarraige!!!!!:thumbsup:

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[scherp69]

Looks awesome Steve. You're gonna love the rotisserie. You won't want to ever crawl under a car again after working on it that way. Keep the pics coming.

[aany001]

well I finally finished mocking up my exhaust for the second time!! Was going gen1 style engine with headers but things have changed to LS1 so some changes needed to be made to the down pipes.Headers are not in the budget so this will have to do.Quite a job to do on your back I tell ya:mad: .Anyways I got it done and also received my custom engine harness from Howell and I gotta say what a sweet harness.Well enjoy the pics.

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In this pic the tail pipes are still not tightened up into place but will sit tight to the tail panel.
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[tones2SS]

Car is looking good.:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

It looks good, nice work.

[aany001]

I love this pic !!

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[coolwelder62]

Awesome job, Steve.:thumbsup: Scott

[aany001]

made some progress on my rad/fans and accesories
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[aany001]

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[waynieZ]

It looks sweet in there. I love those wheels.

[tones2SS]

Looks good.
Those wheels do look great on that car.:yes:

[awr68]

Nice progress brother! Great outdoor pic too!! :thumbsup:

[Rybar]

Does look good. You know I love the wheels :thumbsup:

[SlowProgress]

I just read through the whole build and it is looking great. I think I noticed that you leaded the roof seam and some high stress areas. Did you do that yourself, or farm it out ? Going to do the same on my car but was not 100%confident to neutralize the tinning acid. Helps to get advice from someone who knows. My roof seam is pretty rough and too deep for plastic in my opinion. If you would explain that process in a little more detail it would be appreciated by others I think.

Thanks !

[69x22]

I love this pic !!

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/Driveway.jpg

Me too!

[aany001]

I just read through the whole build and it is looking great. I think I noticed that you leaded the roof seam and some high stress areas. Did you do that yourself, or farm it out ? Going to do the same on my car but was not 100%confident to neutralize the tinning acid. Helps to get advice from someone who knows. My roof seam is pretty rough and too deep for plastic in my opinion. If you would explain that process in a little more detail it would be appreciated by others I think.

Thanks !

Thanks for the kind comment but I cant tell you how its done I just watched my buddy do the work.I will ask him to come by my place and he will post up how he did it. That stuff really works well and minimizes the amount of filler required to finish that area.I myself can say that first he stich welded the entire seam slowly. He would do about 2" and then I would cool the area with my air blower and we repeated that until it was all welded up.Then grind and then he prepped it but I will let him take over from here.I will get back to ya.
:cheers:

[aany001]

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[bulldog19]

Nice Pics! Looking Good. :thumbsup:

[awr68]

:woot: What's next? Fire the motor? :cheers:

[cencalc6]

great job :thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

:woot: What's next? Fire the motor? :cheers:

He doesn't need a motor. He's got the 2 guys in the back

Car looks great. :thumbsup:

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/CopyofLS1pics002.jpg

[64impala]

Kkep Up The Great Work! :d

[tones2SS]

Car is looking great. Good to see the updates.

[aany001]

Thanks everyone it really feels great to see it finally coming together.It was funny cause all my neighbours came over thinking it was ready for a run.But it was cool cause some people hadnt seen it in years and were amazed at the difference it looks from 5 yrs ago....It really felt great.:thumbsup:

[Rybar]

Car looks great :thumbsup:

[almcbri]

The car looks great! I love the wheels.

[coolwelder62]

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/CopyofLS1pics002.jpg
These guy's might get a little winded during track day's,but might last for a AutoX or 2.:lol:Camaro look's awesome.

[aany001]

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/CopyofLS1pics002.jpg
These guy's might get a little winded during track day's,but might last for a AutoX or 2.:lol:Camaro look's awesome.

It was a great day we got her up to 12mph LOL:thumbsup:

[aany001]

Not much but some progress is better than nothing I guess!!

[awr68]

Looks good! Progress is progress!! :thumbsup:

[daemon2]

That Tims looks good :thumbsup:

Not much but some progress is better than nothing I guess!!

[waynieZ]

Coming along nice. :thumbsup:

[coolwelder62]

Coming along nice. :thumbsup:X2:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[aany001]

Well its a slow process but we have progress!

[John510]

My wife said" Hey thats my flag!"

Nice car!

[aany001]

My wife said" Hey thats my flag!"

Nice car!

Wow thats cool I get that alot :thumbsup: to all the portuguese out there!!
I had a peek at your car and got blown away!!!!! Your cars lookin sweet. Oh and thanks:cheers:

[frankv11]

car is looking great and moving along pretty quick:thumbsup:

[aany001]

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[Al Moreno]

Boy your starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. That's awesome. :thumbsup:

[aany001]

Ya yesterday was a huge day!!! No more repairing and modifying now its time to make it look good!:thumbsup:

[aany001]

Oh man it blows me away when I see these old pics! Gives me a sense of accomplishment!!
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[frankenstang]

Proof again that ANYTHING can be fixed. Nice work. I've gone back a few times to 2004 in pics too. My car was once 5 different colors. I made my self a promise to NEVER drive a car in primer again.

Can't wait to see the final product.

[awr68]

Nice!! Long time coming!! Very happy for you!! :cheers:

[aany001]

Nice!! Long time coming!! Very happy for you!! :cheers:

Thanks brother:cheers:

[tubbed69]

job very well done so far

[aany001]

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[aany001]

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[Ralphlovs72chev]

Thats the same thing i been doing... body work is my favorite part lol..:thumbsup: . nice job..

[frankv11]

Glad to see you getting closer to finish product. Body work is looking sharp
:thumbsup:

[Rick D]

Wow I can't believe that I missed this thread :wow: Great job!! It's a long road but glad to see you stuck it out! :cheers:

[aany001]

Thanks guys Im really pumped!!!!!

[96z28ss]

I like the flag on the wall.

[aany001]

Wow a lot of Portuguese folk on here. Love it

[Rybar]

Looks good Steve, congrats on getting to the body work stage. :thumbsup:

[aany001]

Thanks Ryan if feels good to get to this point.:thumbsup:

[aany001]

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[aany001]

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[aany001]

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[bulldog19]

Looking good! I recognize those coilovers on the front! :)

[aany001]

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[aany001]

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[aany001]

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[aany001]

My son and I were at a local car show and my little guy was lucky enough to get to sit in George Poteets 69 Torino Built by Rad Rides!!!! My son was freaking out and so was I LOL LOL! This car is a true work of art!!

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/Aiden2_zpsffa9ca14.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/Aiden2_zpsffa9ca14.jpg.html)
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[tubbed69]

looking very good so far,nice work

[pro66tour]

The next generation of pro-touring madness - good on ya brother for sittn' your son in the car! Taking it all in! As for your build...truely a work of bravery, passion and pride!
Won't be long now...:trophy-1302: Congrats!

[syborg tt]

How cool is that. Kudo's to the guys at Rad Rides & George

My son and I were at a local car show and my little guy was lucky enough to get to sit in George Poteets 69 Torino Built by Rad Rides!!!! My son was freaking out and so was I LOL LOL! This car is a true work of art!!

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/Aiden2_zpsffa9ca14.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/Aiden2_zpsffa9ca14.jpg.html)
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[waynieZ]

X 2 I agree with you Marty. Kudo's.

[tones2SS]

My son and I were at a local car show and my little guy was lucky enough to get to sit in George Poteets 69 Torino Built by Rad Rides!!!! My son was freaking out and so was I LOL LOL! This car is a true work of art!!

That is a great build for sure. Very cool of Rad Rides to do that!

[scherp69]

Nice progress Steve. It's looking really good.

[aany001]

Thanks Mike !!! Your cars lookin awesome! Wicked job on the interior! Did you see your old suspension on my frame? Thanks again for the great deal:cheers:

[aany001]

Well we blocked the car a few more times and now blew the whole car apart to prime all the edges and start color edging the car!!! Cant believe I've come this far. Oh and 90% home built so far!! That's my buddy Sam painting.....Couldn't have done this car without this guy!!!! Thanks brother!!!!
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[aany001]

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[tubbed69]

looking good Steve,almost there:thumbsup:

[Rick D]

Nice Steve!!! So what color is it going to be?

[aany001]

Thanks guys. Rick its going the traditional hugger orange with white stripes.

[aany001]

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[aany001]

Getting really motivated now!!! Hoping to get the front end all edged by the weekend and then assemble it for paint!!!!

[tubbed69]

showing real progress now Steve,orange looks good

[Leadfoot1]

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/camaropictures003.jpg



I know its a long time ago post wise but i just started from the beginning...

I was wondering why you kept the old torque boxes when yo replaced the floor?
They come with the new floor and you replaced it so what did you do? Remove the new ones off the new floor to keep the old ones attached to the rails? Maybe because of them beeing already welded you preferred keeping these rather than risking to damage the frame rails when removing them?

Im just wondering as im jumping into this big job myself (once again!) and have always used the new ones that are on the replacement floor. Just asking as i might have missed on something or a reason to do it that way.... Always looking for a better way to do things!

Keep the work up, your getting there!!

Lead.

[streetbird]

I know its a long time ago post wise but i just started from the beginning...

I was wondering why you kept the old torque boxes when yo replaced the floor?
They come with the new floor and you replaced it so what did you do? Remove the new ones off the new floor to keep the old ones attached to the rails? Maybe because of them beeing already welded you preferred keeping these rather than risking to damage the frame rails when removing them?

Im just wondering as im jumping into this big job myself (once again!) and have always used the new ones that are on the replacement floor. Just asking as i might have missed on something or a reason to do it that way.... Always looking for a better way to do things!

Keep the work up, your getting there!!

Lead.
He didnt keep it, the car is minitubbed and the shock location is relocated in the crossmember that you see. No more torque box

[Leadfoot1]

I dont think you are talking about the same thing as i am....

Torque boxes stay on cars no matter what you use suspension wise.

I'm talking about the "torque box" not a "shock mount" the part where the front leaf spring supporting "cage" bolts to after beeing attached to the leaf, and now where the front lower tubes of the Quadra link bolts onto.

You can see them in a few pics when looking at the front of the frame rails when he was replaceing the floor. They stayed on and there are no pics of them afterwards showing if he kept them or not.... Wondering? And why also?

:_paranoid


Lead.

Ps; Hey, its nice to see a fellow Quebecker on here, where in Qc are you located? Province or Town of Quebec? Maybe we know eachother.

[aany001]

Leadfoot I really don't know! I can only remember dropping off the full trunk floor and full floor pans to my buddy and he welded them up. I do remember that the torque boxes were in great shape after the car was blasted. do the torque boxes come with the floor pans for sure?
Steve

[aany001]

I was wondering why a few of my pics were deleted? I never deleted or moved them?

[Vince@Meanstreets]

could be your photobucket acc......nice work steve. its been a long time coming.

[Rybar]

The paint is looking awesome, congrats on the milestone

[GregWeld]

I was wondering why a few of my pics were deleted? I never deleted or moved them?



If you move them or do anything with them -- the "address" that was used to copy and paste then becomes "broken"....

[aany001]

I just figured out what I did lol.

[clill]

I'd like looking at the pictures better if you were wearing a respirator when painting.

[Rick D]

I'd like looking at the pictures better if you were wearing a respirator when painting.

Yup, I have to beat this into painter everyday of the week!!! Isocyanates stay in your fat cells for ever they never come out and can do lots of damage to your nerves and other organs!!!

https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/isocyanates/

Sorry Steve this is a very big topic in our industry today. Plus I'm sure you want to be able to enjoy this bad ass car for years to come.

Keep up the great work but let's be safe as well!! :grouphug: :thumbsup:

[aany001]

That's a friend of mine and I tried giving him my respirator but he declined. I agree with u guys 100%. I was outside waiting for the air to clear.

[Bryan O]

:badidea:

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/DSC03340_zpsbb76f8ba.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/DSC03340_zpsbb76f8ba.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/DSC03342_zps3bcb0c35.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/DSC03342_zps3bcb0c35.jpg.html)

[aany001]

Its been a long time since I posted an update so here it goes!!!
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/camaro1_zps76166485.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/camaro1_zps76166485.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/camaro2_zps6ef5cb9e.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/camaro2_zps6ef5cb9e.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/camaro3_zpsa324bd02.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/camaro3_zpsa324bd02.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/camaro6_zps4e000db6.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/camaro6_zps4e000db6.jpg.html)

[aany001]

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/camaro10_zps6fba73ff.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/camaro10_zps6fba73ff.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/camaro4_zps34dd585e.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/camaro4_zps34dd585e.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/camaro8_zps90550f56.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/camaro8_zps90550f56.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/camaro5_zps81f1e03b.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/camaro5_zps81f1e03b.jpg.html)

[tubbed69]

Steve that's great to see some shiny paint on it,I bet you are feeling a lot better.Now make plans on getting it finished and bringing it to Columbus this year,colors look perfect together:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

[KPC67]

looks great, somebody knows how to paint!:wow:

[aany001]

Steve that's great to see some shiny paint on it,I bet you are feeling a lot better.Now make plans on getting it finished and bringing it to Columbus this year,colors look perfect together:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

Jeff I am totally stoked seeing some shiny paint on it finally!!! I am gonna try my best to bring It to good guys. Are you gonna bring yours?

[67RSRAG]

Somebody has been working hard. Congrats it is coming together nicely!! What shop is painting your ride? Can't wait to see it.

PS how are the headers?

[aany001]

Thanks Lou.... ya its coming together finally!! The headers fit like a glove and thanks again!! Hows the Camaro been?

[aany001]

Heres a few more

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/door1_zps022c17ea.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/door1_zps022c17ea.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/door2_zpsdbc8cb97.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/door2_zpsdbc8cb97.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/door3_zpseeedd194.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/door3_zpseeedd194.jpg.html)

[waynieZ]

Really looks nice! Beautiful shine.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

looking good steve., getting close

[tubbed69]

Jeff I am totally stoked seeing some shiny paint on it finally!!! I am gonna try my best to bring It to good guys. Are you gonna bring yours?

Yes,I will be there this year for sure:thumbsup:

[67RSRAG]

Thanks Lou.... ya its coming together finally!! The headers fit like a glove and thanks again!! Hows the Camaro been?

I had a blast in it this summer. I love it, handles like it's on rails. Everything a pro touring car should be!! Hopefully I update the interior this winter. I already have the recaros

Hopefully you are finished next summer and we can get a few PT cars in the area and do a local cruise. :cheers:

[Rybar]

Congrats on getting the paint on the car. Big step for sure

[DOOM]

Lookin awesome!!!!!

[pro66tour]

It's been a long road brother, but soon you'll be touring it...

:happy23: Rolling Rocks and Columbus 2015, here we come. Congrats, job meticulously done...

[aany001]

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps9b51a1e1.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps9b51a1e1.jpg.html)

[aany001]

Sorry for the crappy cell phone pic. Its getting there slowly! Thanks guys for all the compliments.

[syborg tt]

Love it :thumbsup:

[67RSRAG]

Looking good!! How many coats of base and clear are you putting on? :cheers:

[Sales@Dutchboys]

Looking great Steve! you gotta be excited that day has finally come! :thumbsup:

[Spiffav8]

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps9b51a1e1.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps9b51a1e1.jpg.html)

I don't know if it's red enough! :confused59:

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[awr68]

Steve, I can't believe it's actually painted! Man you have been more than patient! Congrats Brother....it looks amazing!!!!!

[aany001]

Hey guys thanks for all the great comments... means a lot! Its been a roller coaster ride but I'm now seeing the end and cant wait to get there. Its actually hugger orange with Toyota code 044 white stripes. Thanks for the tip Joe VanNus !!! Lou I have no idea how many coats of color and clear but I've been told by my painter that he's has gone through 2 gallons of clear LOL. I was told today the car should be ready to come home this Friday. So I hope to have it all assembled and running by the spring.

[aany001]

Its finally painted
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone486_zps32f4d96d.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone486_zps32f4d96d.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone484_zps696a57dc.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone484_zps696a57dc.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone489_zps5894e644.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone489_zps5894e644.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone500_zps146129cf.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone500_zps146129cf.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone505_zpsd0dd8846.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone505_zpsd0dd8846.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone507_zpsea79578d.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone507_zpsea79578d.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone506_zps7bcbeb08.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone506_zps7bcbeb08.jpg.html)

[aany001]

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone503_zps14a7f5b2.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone503_zps14a7f5b2.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone514_zpsbe5a3ce5.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone514_zpsbe5a3ce5.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone513_zps4b520078.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone513_zps4b520078.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone514_zpsbe5a3ce5.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone514_zpsbe5a3ce5.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone509_zpsf4f97198.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone509_zpsf4f97198.jpg.html)

[tubbed69]

Steve it looks like you got a super nice paint job,body lines and paint look perfect.Really excited for you,I bet your ready to get started now.These are still one of the best looking wheels ever.:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

[Spiffav8]

Nice! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[aany001]

Steve it looks like you got a super nice paint job,body lines and paint look perfect.Really excited for you,I bet your ready to get started now.These are still one of the best looking wheels ever.:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

Thanks Jeff Im really happy with the way it came out. I cant stop starring at it when I go in the garage LOL. Gonna start with the dynamat in the interior this weekend. Super excited To get it assembled!!!!!!!!!!!!

[YAMATHUMP]

You have done a fantastic job on this thing. Sure is nice when you start really seeing it all come together. Keep up the GREAT work!

[waynieZ]

Paint looks gorgeous ! They did a great job with it.

[WSSix]

Love it! Hugger orange is such a great color. Good luck getting it assembled by spring.

[pro66tour]

Steve it looks like you got a super nice paint job,body lines and paint look perfect.Really excited for you,I bet your ready to get started now.These are still one of the best looking wheels ever.:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

The body and paint work are high end! Attended many Goodguys events and could say without a doubt this car can sit beside some of best built cars and definately belong. As for the wheels, you're right on Jeff - the original design team at Fikse nailed it, timeless piece.

[tazzz2_ca]

Congrats Steve it does look great indeed bud....

"pro66tour" you're right his paint work has stood up with the very best at GG events for years... As a matter of fact his work has been on the cover of "Chevy High",, shown at SEMA on multiple cars/occasions, judged at the Optima in no less than 5 separate cars, both full feature + Cameo shots in Camaro performers and on Television in R U faster than a Redneck.. Mike "Pablo" Tersigni is no stranger to this game with over 30 years experience and in fact the guy that actually created "Candy Cherry Black" as a color/recipe using house of colors paint.. He is well regarded within the old school folks there and is likely the best painter in my opinion in the city,, if not region period...

[Rybar]

Looks awesome as you know I love the wheels. Big milestone what you've just got done its all downhill from here!

[Al Moreno]

WOW Major mile marker, congrats Steve!

[waynieZ]

Looks awesome as you know I love the wheels. Big milestone what you've just got done its all downhill from here!

My Favorite wheels!

[pro66tour]

Congrats Steve it does look great indeed bud....

"pro66tour" you're right his paint work has stood up with the very best at GG events for years... As a matter of fact his work has been on the cover of "Chevy High",, shown at SEMA on multiple cars/occasions, judged at the Optima in no less than 5 separate cars, both full feature + Cameo shots in Camaro performers and on Television in R U faster than a Redneck.. Mike "Pablo" Tersigni is no stranger to this game with over 30 years experience and in fact the guy that actually created "Candy Cherry Black" as a color/recipe using house of colors paint.. He is well regarded within the old school folks there and is likely the best painter in my opinion in the city,, if not region period...

'Tazz..' That's an impressive portfolio, and excited about the prospect of Mike laying the paint on my car at some point in the future, and so close to home too!

J

[tazzz2_ca]

Yeah it's awesome having him right here in our backyard indeed... He's a really fun guy as well so it always been great dealing with him too.

[glassman]

Man this car just "does it" for me. I' cant quite put my finger on it of "what" exactly it is, quite likely its "the sum of the total" cause everything is just right.
Great wheels, great paint (color/stripes/quality)....

Finish it up soon....:thumbsup:

[pro66tour]

Man this car just "does it" for me. I' cant quite put my finger on it of "what" exactly it is, quite likely its "the sum of the total" cause everything is just right.
Great wheels, great paint (color/stripes/quality)....

Finish it up soon....:thumbsup:

Mike, I have a pretty good idea why Steve's car 'does it' for ya…

It's the same thing that happened to you (and all of us) the first time you laid eyes on a muscle car as a kid (and maybe a first gen), only this time you know what it's truly capable of. The spectrum of protour is quite wide, but knowing Steve, like me - It's about keeping the car looking like it rolled off the factory floor with subtle changes, with a wheel and stance combination that screems, "It just has to be this way!" :D

[aany001]

Guys thanks for all the great compliments!!!!!!! This car would have never happened if it wasnt for a few really good friends!!!! First off my buddy Sam that did all the fabrication and chassis work. His work is second to none and he really brought this car from a daily cruiser to a serious contender at any event. Gotta give a big shout out to Mike (Pablo) my painter who really made my car pop!!!!! I never imagined it would come out this good!!!What really blows me away is that this car was built in my 2 car home garage. How am I gonna drive this thing!! Im stressed out lol.:thankyou:

[69x22]

Wow! the paint looks awesome..

[aany001]

Wow! the paint looks awesome..

Thanks Tony really pleased with the results. Your car was an inspiration for my car. Love the classic look of all the factory trim and badging of a 69 Rallysport Z28 with the stripes and Fikse wheels!!!!! Killer combo in my opinion!!!!!!

[ItDoRun]

Looks incredible, bro!!!! You know I'm partial to those wheels too!!!

[aany001]

Looks incredible, bro!!!! You know I'm partial to those wheels too!!!

Yes sir I remember what happed to ya when you ordered your Fikses. Never too late to pick up a spare set.

[Rick D]

Looks great Steve, nothing like fresh paint and kick AZZ wheels to make it look great!! :thumbsup: what wheels are thought again?

[Che70velle]

I love this color on a first gen. Not trying to be agreeable here, but the paint on your car is show quality, super nice. I hear you on the "how am I gonna drive it? " thought. Been there, and done that.

[69x22]

Thanks Tony really pleased with the results. Your car was an inspiration for my car. Love the classic look of all the factory trim and badging of a 69 Rallysport Z28 with the stripes and Fikse wheels!!!!! Killer combo in my opinion!!!!!!


Thanks bro. I was thinking when I wrote that post that our cars probably were identical when they were new (Mine was Hugger Orange plain Jane) and now they are both RS Z28s with the same stance and wheels just different colors. You have excellent taste!!

[Vega$69]

Absolutely beautiful. Classic Look done right

[awr68]

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/StevesIphone509_zpsf4f97198.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/StevesIphone509_zpsf4f97198.jpg.html)

This pic is just awesome! You have been through Hell and back getting to this point! Very nice seeing you get to final assembly! Paint looks flawless and I love the timeless approach to the build!!

[aany001]

Hey guys thanks for all the great compliments. I have been slowly picking away at it. Heres a few pics of the progress. I have finally finished the fuel system and the back half of the wiring. Tackling the front of the cars wiring and picked up a few tips along the way (thanks Vince!!!!)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20446_zpsm8oryvw7.png (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20446_zpsm8oryvw7.png.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20445_zps7jz8jr78.png (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20445_zps7jz8jr78.png.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20440_zpsubkca7vx.png (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20440_zpsubkca7vx.png.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20424_zps2bl5ligi.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20424_zps2bl5ligi.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20430_zpseovcckw6.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20430_zpseovcckw6.jpg.html)

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20431_zpsl8xdws6c.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/steves%20Iphone%20pics%20431_zpsl8xdws6c.jpg.html)

[aany001]

I know I know the intake was made in China but I really dig the look and its in my price range. Jeff is running it and had nothing but rave reviews. I wont be racing it or adding power adders so I should be fine.

[Rybar]

The car looks incredible! Of course you know I'm a fan of the look you went with on the car. And don't worry about the intake if that's what your budget allow and you like it then don't sweat what other people think.

[awr68]

Looks killer! Great progress! Keep at it you are getting close!

So what white did you end up going with?

[aany001]

Thanks boys it's a long time coming. I'm gonna burn through a set of tires in a weekend lol. Tony I went with Toyota white code 44. Gotta thank Joe from the Dutch Boys for the tip! It looks real crisp in the sun!!!

[Orng Crsh]

Outstanding! You nailed everything: color, wheels, stance... everything!

[tubbed69]

Outstanding! You nailed everything: color, wheels, stance... everything!

Yes Steve awesome job all the way,intake does look good:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

[Jay Hilliard]

Nice work. You have done a great job.

[fleetus macmullitz]

#droolworthy

[aany001]

Im always curious of how others have run their fuel systems. Heres a few pics of how I accomplished mine.


http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/new%20026_zps2ysdzqvq.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/new%20026_zps2ysdzqvq.jpg.html)
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http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/new%20025_zpsn0tuvndu.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/new%20025_zpsn0tuvndu.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/new%20024_zpsgllumgg9.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/new%20024_zpsgllumgg9.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/new%20027_zpsp8bwabpc.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/new%20027_zpsp8bwabpc.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/new%20028_zpsgfd13lyc.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/new%20028_zpsgfd13lyc.jpg.html)
http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s108/aany001/new%20029_zpsf4jbwp8z.jpg (http://s150.photobucket.com/user/aany001/media/new%20029_zpsf4jbwp8z.jpg.html)