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Originally Posted by Che70velle (Post 625610)

Great looking car!

Thanks for the kind words looking at all the awesome builds on this site sure does not compare. I cannot wait till make some head way on it know it takes time.

Wow what a nice car to start with. That's is gonna be a sweet ride. Im hooked!!!!

I moved this reply over from your original thread with minor edits

Here is my advise.

There is nothing wrong with the small block as is the small block engine hase worked for years leave it and enjoy it.

Start with these modification first.

Suspension
1. fix the stuff that is bad and then install new upper & lower control arms.
a. Look at Speed Tech, Ride Tech & DSE bolt on stuff for your stock subframe.

Brakes
1. Just call Tobin at Kore3 and be done.
2. DSE Brake Booster with Kore3 brakes feels like factory brakes

Wheels & Tires
1. You can fit a 255 up front with no issue's a 265 & 275 with minor rub
2. You can fit a 275 in the rear with no issue's on stock wheel tubs.
3. With a 285 or 295 you are limited to how low you can go.
4. 26" height is what you are looking for

Interior
1. If you leave the small block and current transmission all of your guages will work just fine. If you start to change stuff then you are going to have to start planning with this stuff. So my suggestion to save you money is to just leave the small block.

2. Seats - Buy a nice set of seats or just have the one's in the car recovered or maybe they will clean up.

3. Replace the Carpet and install some DEI sound deadening under the carpet and behind the door panel. Quieting the car on the inside makes it more pleasurable to drive.

4. Nothing feels better then a nice Steering Wheel so swap it out. It may even make you feel like a kid again.

Then enjoy the car for a little bit before you spend 10 grand on the swap. Heck you may find out you hate driving old cars. If you find out you love the car then and only then plan for the LS swap. My suggestion would be Speed Inc in Illinois they are fast and do great work.

..... and the last thing I will add. Don't take the car apart as you may loose interest in the car as most builds take huge amounts of money and time.

Baby steps - is the way to build a car especially if this is your first.

Step 1.

Get the current car running and driving

Step 2.

Steering, Suspension and Brakes

Step 3.

Creature Comforts (interior)

Step 4.

Wheels & Tires because your current one's will look good for now.

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Originally Posted by syborg tt (Post 625640)

Great idea's I appreciate all feedback and help for sure. This will be my first build so anything will help.

Can't wait to see how this build goes! Happy to see growing popularity of second-gen Camaros here. :D

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Originally Posted by syborg tt (Post 625640)

I moved this reply over from your original thread with minor edits

Here is my advise.

That is fantastic advice. I've wondered myself if I'd really enjoy driving all the old cars that -- in theory -- I really love. Haven't had the opportunity yet but this is something to keep in mind for sure.

I'm loving the Hugger Orange. It just suits the car perfectly.
I've always thought that Hugger Orange 1st & 2nd Gen's with a white interior was one of the best color combo's.

Is your intent to keep it orange?

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Originally Posted by Bru (Post 625666)

Man I like it but have always wanted a silver car with black stripes. So will just have to see when that time comes.

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Originally Posted by Juicypop (Post 625702)

Man I like it but have always wanted a silver car with black stripes. So will just have to see when that time comes.

Trust me paint it last.

Marty-MJ
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