New to the Planet!

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Hi all!

Have a Black '01 SS M6 (16k) that's been sitting in my garage finally going to get some attention. "Old" car was a nice weekend hot-rod/garage queen (Lingenfelter H/C 346, Simmons 18", some show goodies, etc).

Was this....:D
http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w291/lpe403/ss.jpg
http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w291/lpe403/engine1_14nov04.jpg

Now this....:cry:
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After 5 LOOONG years and a few "set-backs" :bang: , WE are starting to put some effort towards realizing what should be a pretty cool ride... I emphasize "we" as I have a very patient and tolerant bride that is equally on board in completing this project.

Some of the in-progress project highlights include:

Wheels:
Fikse FM5s - 18x9.5 and 11" in Dark Speed Silver - fit for narrowed 1" per side rear

Engine:
Shopped many builders over the past 6 months. Narrowed it to two of them and visited Virginia Speed. Looking for a "application specific combo" and not a culmination of off the shelf parts, they were completely in line with my needs. Started as simple 440....ended up upgrading a few things ;-)


RHS 460 - shortblock in progress.


Heads will be blessed by Mozez and will be fed via Marcella.


Cam is TBD and will be targeted to perform in a street RPM.


Misc components include a yet to be decided rear end (S60 or 9"), some show touches, UMI tubular front end goodies (K, control arms, etc)....blah, blah, blah.

Looking to have it glued together by Power Tour next June. Would love to roll this thing out with some of the nation's coolest rides in our home state! Updates to follow in the upcoming weeks....

Brent

[MetallicaMatt]

looks great!

[StoleIt]

Can't wait to see the finished project!

[Ragtop 99]

sweet car the way it was, low miles and nice mods. I'm not sure I would have wanted to take it apart.

Good luck with the new set-up.

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sweet car the way it was, low miles and nice mods. I'm not sure I would have wanted to take it apart.

Good luck with the new set-up.

Thanks! That's part of the problem with being a gear head....always want more :pissed: .

[Pro Stock John]

Don't forget the 12 bolt/9".

[tones2SS]

Welcome to LSXPlanet.:woot:
Keep us posted on the build.

[Z Fury]

Don't forget the 12 bolt/9".

Misc components include a yet to be decided rear end (S60 or 9"), some show touches, UMI tubular front end goodies (K, control arms, etc)....blah, blah, blah.


Good luck with the build. Looking forward to the updates. :cheers:

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Thanks guys....glad to be here.

Wheels should be here next week! :applause:
Crank and rods are on-site...
Block is ready...
6wks and STILL waiting on pistons :argh:

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Lungs for a 460 :grin:

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STILL waiting for the wheels...geezus they're slow. :argh:

Short block being wrapped up this week! Should be kicking off the intake sometime in Jan :naughty:

[tones2SS]

Very nice. :pimp:

[Phantom_LS2]

Badass!

[TWEAKED]

Thanks guys...

**Edit**....hours after I post the wheel delay, Fikse sends me a tracking number!! Don't know what my hurry was...can't use the damn things til spring anyway :bang:

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Don't have words in my vocabulary to define how these things look...can't stop smilin' though!

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[tones2SS]

:drool::headbang:
Keep us posted.

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More stuff...cam choice is still be worked out. Once that comes in, assembly begins :woot:

JE Pistons...
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Callies Compstar Rods...
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Block honed and ready for assembly...
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[Phantom_LS2]

Looking good!

[demonspeed]

Not sure how I missed this thread...

Looks like it will be a nice monster when it's all completed. Definitely like the wheels!

[tones2SS]

Very nice. Keep us posted.:usa:

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9" officially on order :devil:

...threw an order in for a set of 2" tubes too :naughty:

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Math on the cam grind is complete and now on-site :woot: .

Assuming the intake and tbody plan is completed soon they should be getting the motor on the dyno for a quick spin or two in the next couple weeks. Can't wait....

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Getting close....:devil:

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[Nine Ball]

Keep up the nice progress! This puppy is moving right along.

[tones2SS]

Very nice!:woot:

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Thanks guys! Shawn said the cam ended up "a little" bigger than he thought but wont have any negative effects on the overall goal. Lol, he still won't give me all the details...:crazy:

Another little preview in how the intake should look when done.

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[TARZAN]

Go big or go home I guess lol.

-Will

[tones2SS]

VERY NICE!
Keep us posted on that bad boy.:cheers:

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Go big or go home I guess lol.

-Will

Might deter me from doing this again! Lol, wife said, "if you're gonna do it...."




".....cuz after this, you're done" :twak: . She said that 5 years ago too....

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Little "detail" work while the new bullet comes together...

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[2000_SS]

i hope i have my car all done for the power tour too...i meant to be done in time for last year's but it didn't happen. we'll have to hook 'em up if we're both there.....on an officially sanctioned closed course, of course :naughty:

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we'll have to hook 'em up if we're both there.....on an officially sanctioned closed course, of course :naughty:

Is there any other kind?:devil:

Couple new pics....shop finally shot some black on her the other day. Have a few things to clean up, then she's headed home for some MORE disassembly :D . Lol, at some point I'll start putting shit back on!!!!!

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[tones2SS]

Very nice. Paint looks good!

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Peeled some skin off the meat-hooks this weekend....go fast goodies coming soon. :devil: Geez, I hope this thing goes back together!

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Still waiting for pony parts, so in the meantime going to keep detailing a few things before the knuckle busting commences!

K-member and control arms getting ready for the shiny new bullet! Spent some time making the spindle as purty as the UMI goodies.

Detail stuff still in the works. Have boxes of chrome, powder and hyro-coat parts out for finishing. Should all be back in a couple weeks....

In the meantime...bullet "cradle"!

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w291/lpe403/Project%20Parts/kmem1.jpg
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Bilstein make-over! Yellow and blue were not going to cut it!! Hard to tell in these pics but I used a light silver metallic to match the V calipers. Didn't come out to bad...

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V-brakes are beautiful to begin with. Problem is, this is not a V. Soooooo.....

1. Remove "V" decal
2. Replace with Carbon Fiber film "Brembo" :D

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[Skill]

Looking awesome! Lot's of good work in there.

[tones2SS]

Very, very nice.:woot:
Keep us posted.

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Picked up a key component in supporting the ponies from the new bullet :naughty:

3.70 Yukon gears, tru-trac, narrowed 1" per side...some other goodies :woot:

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w291/lpe403/Project%20Parts/mwc9.jpg

[tones2SS]

Nice.:burnout:

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Killin some time as I STIIIIIILLLLLLL wait on go fast parts!! One more little detail I added to the painted 'steins. :D . This is how they should have been!!

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Picked up a radiator up from another member on Tech. It was plain!!! Can't have that...so one of my accomplices put it to a buffer! :D

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Didn't like the way the car sat up front on the Eibachs when it did run. Fixed that problem too....knocked off about 3/4 of a coil.

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A little fun with hydro-coat...;)

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[tones2SS]

Man, this build is coming out awesome so far.
Keep up the great work!

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Man, this build is coming out awesome so far.
Keep up the great work!

Thanks....the picture in my head is slooooooowly become reality. Arm list of detail items still on tap. :secret: It'll be nice to start putting it all together.

[Ragtop 99]

A little fun with hydro-coat...;)

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w291/lpe403/Project%20Parts/IMG_1749.jpg


can you still get an accurate reading?

BTW, looks good. :)

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can you still get an accurate reading?

BTW, looks good. :)

Considered that when we did this, but wont be sure until I fill it with fluid. Probably not, but I could always pull the cap I guess.

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My UPS buddy dropped off another project present! RPS Twin....:devil:

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w291/lpe403/Project%20Parts/RPSj.jpg

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Gettin some love from the LSX publication community!

http://www.lsxtv.com/news/virginia-speed-takes-on-an-incredible-460-ls-build/

[tones2SS]

Gettin some love from the LSX publication community!

http://www.lsxtv.com/news/virginia-speed-takes-on-an-incredible-460-ls-build/

Very nice man. That's gotta make you smile. You have about as many miles as I do on my '99 HO SS.
Keep us posted.:cheers:

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Very nice man. That's gotta make you smile. You have about as many miles as I do on my '99 HO SS.
Keep us posted.:cheers:

Thanks! Its kinda cool...they took the info from Tech, but never mentioned anything to me or VSpeed which I thought was weird. Hope they follow it thru completion, but we'll see. Anyway...

Slide the 9" home today...kind of a bitch as I was solo doing it! Feel like I just went 12 rounds with Tyson....I'm whooped!

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Threw the rubber on today as well. These things are killer. Hard to get a good pic that really shows how sweet this finish is. Camera sucks, so that would probably help, lol.

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[tones2SS]

Very, very nice. That color and wheel choice is killer on that car.

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Breathing aids for the new bullet :devil:

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[tones2SS]

:drool::drool:

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Small change in intake direction....:secret:

Not mine, but you get the idea....

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[zx10r_07]

To quote Charlie Sheen. Winning!

[Phantom_LS2]

Harrop hurrican ITB intake?

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Kinsler....still working out a few details. Apparently 120mm tbody wasnt going to cut it on the street, lol....so we'll make (8) 52mm work instead.

[Brains]

egads.... all I can say, is I wish I could get a few seconds behind the wheel :devil:

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I wish I could get a few seconds behind the wheel :devil:

Have a feeling when I finally do, wearing a diaper will be mandatory!

[tones2SS]

Have a feeling when I finally do, wearing a diaper will be mandatory!

You better believe it!! lol Gonna be a beast!:eek2:
Keep us posted.

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Wow, havent posted since May. Its been an interesting and frustratingly loooong couple months.

Given the NUMEROUS set-back's, part delay's, plan redirection's, etc in an effort to build a true street bruisn' bullet....hell mother nature (Hurricane Irene) even had a crack at it....its safe to say, there is light at the end of this tunnel.

Gonna have to find a way to pack this thing under an fbody cowl. Dimensions are the same height as a Maggie, but may have to get creative in a couple areas to make sure it fits without losing wiper function. Need to get it hand in order to completely asses.....back to damn body shop.

Dyno numbers soon....:devil:

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[tones2SS]

Very, very nice. Looks very stout and very strong for sure. What are you looking for at numbers for HP & TQ?
That car is going to be silly for sure!:naughty:

[Ragtop 99]

The torque of the big cubes and the throttle response of that intake are going to make for a wicked fun ride, even at part throttle.

[Nine Ball]

If you have to channel that cowl to fit the intake, you might consider just keeping the driver's side wiper functional. Don't need the passenger side really.

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If you have to channel that cowl to fit the intake, you might consider just keeping the driver's side wiper functional. Don't need the passenger side really.

Thanks guys....good point Tony and maybe a plan B. Really dont want to lose them or tear the hell out of the cowl.

Shawn confirmed the finished height is 1/4" taller than some of the sheet metal intakes he's stuffed under these cowls....so maybe a K-member shim or two will do the trick.



tonesSS - Shawn has a few cam shafts he plans on playing with. Couple of them donated by Crane....well, cuz they thought it was cool build. All Shawn has ever mentioned was "well over 800".... Should be hearing, seeing actual numbers by next week.

[Brains]

If it's a tubular K, I certainly wouldn't feel bad about cutting and rewelding the motor mount stands to sit the motor a little lower. Heck it'd handle better too. Just don't forget to check driveline angle, the trans tailshaft should sit a touch lower than the nose of the crank, so you might have to modify or rebuild the trans crossmember as well.

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FINALLY hit the dyno today for a little warm up, just make sure things "functioned". Lots of computer and dyno issues last week killed the progress...

Anyway..."warm up run", fuel air way fat, no timing, no real tuning parameters other than turning the key. 700hp...................at 5500 :lol: This thing is gonna make some crazy noise when dialed in!

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[Pro Stock John]

700hp is pretty killer is that on pump gas?

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700hp is pretty killer is that on pump gas?

Yes sir. Cant wait for the "tuned" pulls :secret:

[Pipelayaz]

Awesome set up man. Can't wait for pics... Fikse hook you up with an offset up front to clear the brembo's without a spacer?

[tones2SS]

Very nice. That is going to be a killer power plant!
All on pump gas too. :headbang: Can't wait to see the numbers this engine can produce with the tune and ready to rock!

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Awesome set up man. Can't wait for pics... Fikse hook you up with an offset up front to clear the brembo's without a spacer?

Fikse was great to work with. We built them to fit a "conventional" bbk caliper anticipating they will fit the V cal's.

Very nice. That is going to be a killer power plant!
All on pump gas too. :headbang: Can't wait to see the numbers this engine can produce with the tune and ready to rock!

Thanks!! Its gonna be silly :devil:

[tones2SS]

Thanks!! Its gonna be silly :devil:

Yes, it is!:thumb:
By the way, do you have a friend, Ron, that has a '69 pro-touring Camaro?

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Numbers improving.....

Couple more runs determined it neeeeeeeds a much bigger cam. Put down 770hp @ 6200. Those big Mast lungs and Kinsler intake apparently putting the hurt on :rock:

Two steps forward and one back I guess as a new cam is in the works....more updates soon!

[Ragtop 99]

Undercammed at 770 HP. :drool:

[2000_SS]

just wanted to call you an :asshole: on another forum.

if my girlfriend leaves me for "poor financial management skills," i'm blaming you and your 770 @ 6200 BS

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just wanted to call you an :asshole: on another forum.

if my girlfriend leaves me for "poor financial management skills," i'm blaming you and your 770 @ 6200 BS

LMAO...sorry Ben. You know its going to get worse right? You're really gonna be pissed when that first digit is an "8" :grin:

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New cam posted some improvements. :D


803/700 at 6500!!! (sorry Ben, lmao)


Lol, when Shawn called to tell me he said, "Yeah, waaaay past "silly" and right to "stupid". This is one bad bitch!"

Might be a few more ponies in her as he run's through the checklist to make sure everything is correct....maybe another 10.... but to say I'm stoked after a loooooong 13 month engine build is an understatement.

Video and graph to follow...:thumbsup:

[Ragtop 99]

awesome. can't wait to see the graph. what is redline?

[Nine Ball]

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[Richiec77]

HOLY CHIT!!! THAT's impressive!

Now I'm wondering what the hell my 457 with/ 55mm Harrop ITB will eventually make. (ETP 265 heads, jesel valvetrain)

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Thanks guys! There's light at the end of this tunnel....

awesome. can't wait to see the graph. what is redline?

Graph and vid are coming...Shawn was addressing a few things before he calls it "good". He spun it up to 6700 without any change.

HOLY CHIT!!! THAT's impressive!

Now I'm wondering what the hell my 457 with/ 55mm Harrop ITB will eventually make. (ETP 265 heads, jesel valvetrain)


First cam we ran was actually designed for a Harrop based on 468 they worked on - his made about 760fwhp with PI 275s. FWIW, there's a 455 over on Tech that made 705 / 663 with his Harrop set-up (also with PI 275s).

These ITBs are the ticket with big motors. The Kinsler and head combo on this engine flows an ass load more air and basically died out at 6200. The new cam made more torque and power everywhere but it too died out except at 6500. RPM wise this is exactly where I wanted to be. Believe it or not 800 was expected but a little deeper.

I'm headed to SEMA for a couple days and intend on trying to meet up with a couple folks from Crane who have apparently expressed some interest and may have a few ideas sooooo we may not be completely done yet :secret:

Good luck with yours!!

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Dyno Day! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfpjVCU7YBQ&feature=youtu.be)

[tones2SS]

One word = AWESOME!
You must be very happy with those numbers.

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One word = AWESOME!
You must be very happy with those numbers.

Thrilled yes! Happy? Almost. Think there's a few more left in it. Might be one more stone to roll over or at least look at before we "call it". Not too many 800hp NA LS street motors floating around but just want to see if the bar can be raised juuuuuust a little more ;)

[tones2SS]

Thrilled yes! Happy? Almost. Think there's a few more left in it. Might be one more stone to roll over or at least look at before we "call it". Not too many 800hp NA LS street motors floating around but just want to see if the bar can be raised juuuuuust a little more ;)

Nothing wrong with that Brent. I love NA engines, especially ones that can run on pump gas. Good luck!

[Z Fury]

This engine looks to good to be hidden away under a hood. Although, 800hp on pump gas is too nice not to install. :D

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Dawned on me I never posted the graph on this slug. At present its still sittin at VSpeed waiting confirmation on the possibility of ooooone more cam grind to see if we can squeeze a few more out of it :devil:

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w291/lpe403/Car%20Build/dynograph.jpg

[Ragtop 99]

What causes the flat spot at 4K rpm? I would have guessed that your intake would allow a pretty linear gain.

Need to spin beyond 6600 and see how long that top end holds. :drool:

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What causes the flat spot at 4K rpm? I would have guessed that your intake would allow a pretty linear gain.

Need to spin beyond 6600 and see how long that top end holds. :drool:

A little reversion due to the air that intake breathes...runner length, velocity, etc. Pretty common with ITBs....

They held it to 6800.......no change :eek2:

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Looks like Crane is going to join the party for one last kick at the can. A few more left in it they think....:lol:

Headed down to Virginia later this week to talk to Shawn and get a few more details, a bunch of pics and actually touch this damn thing since this project started 14months ago!

[tones2SS]

Looks like Crane is going to join the party for one last kick at the can. A few more left in it they think....:lol:

Headed down to Virginia later this week to talk to Shawn and get a few more details, a bunch of pics and actually touch this damn thing since this project started 14months ago!

Very cool Brent. Keep us posted.

[2000_SS]

so you're going to be around in June when the power tour kicks off....right? i mean, you DO have balls? or did you sell them for that intake :lol:? i wanna see this animal on the road!

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i mean, you DO have balls? or did you sell them for that intake :lol:?

Lol Ben.......Well I had three, doc said, "you can get away with one....". Sooooooo :psj: And yes, still planning on PT!

Snapped a few pics at the shop yesterday ;-) (sorry for crappy ipad pics...forgot camera!)

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Valve covers are only place holders.....have two other options to go with. Just waiting on Crane. The ones on now may be there for "policital" reasons for the next month or so :secret:, but we'll see. A few more purty ideas rollin around in my head when it gets back in my paws, but I think its coming together pretty nicely.

Cam #3 is going through spintron testing as I write this....completion is TBD. Another half dozen degrees bigger on the intake/exhaust duration side, but everything else is pretty much the same, a few more rpm, a little easier on the valve train compared to what's in it now and will truly be a hydraulic roller ...power numbers will be what they'll be when the smoke clears....but it will be more :judge:

[Nine Ball]

Engine looks killer. Good to see some high dollar 4th gen builds still taking place.

[tones2SS]

That looks killer Brent! Very nice.
Can't wait to see the new numbers! Good luck.

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New binders and shoes finally meet .....

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Oh....and the bullet showed up last week. Had to make her back to a roller though so she's off to the body shop for a little cowl work :secret:
. Tubular goodies up front. Shocks look right at home!

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Kickin around a new plate :naughty:
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Got the end back together, added panhard relocate and adjustable panhard to help line up the 315s.

Tank reinstalled, pump (Lonnies double pumper) and lines (-8 and -6) in place, plus a crazy harness for the fuel system will eventually find their homes once I figure out where it all goes :lol:

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Back to a roller today and off to the body shop.....again :scream: Do like the initial stance with the 9" in place and rear suspension.

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Little peak down an ITB runner....:devil:

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[Richiec77]

DUDE!!! Link to those filter covers? I take it they're like a pre-filter? I need something for my Harrop ITB too.

Nice power output.....I may need to get my engine on an engine dyno just to see what's going on. Similar build for me: ETP 265 heads, Harrop 55MM intake, 457" stroked and sleeved LS2. That's project never ending...LOL.

[tones2SS]

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Awesome man! Looks great.

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DUDE!!! Link to those filter covers? I take it they're like a pre-filter? I need something for my Harrop ITB too.

Nice power output.....I may need to get my engine on an engine dyno just to see what's going on. Similar build for me: ETP 265 heads, Harrop 55MM intake, 457" stroked and sleeved LS2. That's project never ending...LOL.

Those are specific to Kinsler....thought Harrop had boxes as well as individual filters? Friend of mine did a 468 with a Harrop....it does pretty good :chug:

[Richiec77]

That box would be hard to fit under the hood. Been thinking about either building a similar box or doing something like a pre-charger filter like the Kinsler intake covers. Might just order them and make them fit.

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That box would be hard to fit under the hood. Been thinking about either building a similar box or doing something like a pre-charger filter like the Kinsler intake covers. Might just order them and make them fit.

Going through that now. Squeeze it under the cowl with some influence then hope the hood closes. It'll be close.....might have to shim the K a little.

[Richiec77]

I'm going to go with an aftermarket hood once we get the engine in and know what kind of height issues we'll run into and then make sure to get a hood that fits. Most likely going with a Camaro SS hood with maybe a 1" height difference from stock.

Biggest fitment issue is the sides. Top is bad, but so are the shock towers.

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How to fit a Kinsler ITB in 4th gen Camaro:

1. Indentify problem - wiper tray too low

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2. Get the grinder out and go!

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Dude gets into his work, lol!

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Really need a good digital camera :disgust:

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[Pipelayaz]

Where did you get your tensioner and your idler pulley's?

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Where did you get your tensioner and your idler pulley's?

Alpert Motorsports for the idler. Found the tensioner on eBay and plated it. Buddy has the same one and runs the hell out of it with no issues.....knock on wood.

[Skill]

Really need a good digital camera :disgust:


What's the problem? You don't seem to be in a financial crisis. :jest:

That motor looks so damn sexy. Good work!

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What's the problem? You don't seem to be in a financial crisis. :jest:

That motor looks so damn sexy. Good work!

Lmao....well at this point of the build I most certainly am :judge:

Thanks for the props....;-)

Little more progress in mending the cowl carving. Should be wrapped up later this week!

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Messed around with the ABS module too. Little paint, powder, polish and a fastener change = mo'betta :grin:

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[Z Fury]

You are seriously dressing up every inch of this car. Very impressive work. :cheers:

[tones2SS]

You are seriously dressing up every inch of this car. Very impressive work. :cheers:

^^I agree. Great stuff Brent. Do you think you'll have her all buttoned up for the summer?
ALSO,......we need a video of the start-up when you get to that point.:jammin:

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^^I agree. Great stuff Brent. Do you think you'll have her all buttoned up for the summer?
ALSO,......we need a video of the start-up when you get to that point.:jammin:

Still targeting Power Tour.....naively, but still targeting. Hoping it will be running within the month.

Just checked a significant box today in ordering a hyrdaboost system....thought stopping and turning were critical components to this build soooo....

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[transamtom]

Very nice:)

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Few updates....

Hydro showed up yesterday. Pretty sweet piece. May actually appear it could have been there the entire time....lol, minus the huge HYRDRATECH engraved billet base.

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Progress has been slow but deliberate lately...I'm celebrating the small victories. Overcame a significant milestone as now this engine is FINALLY ready to go in the hole now that everything in the back of it is complete. Been fighting the little shit recently but it had to be correct in all aspects of function and appearance.

Routed the line from the valley cover to my vacuum block (hose lying on passenger side valve cover) now clamped to my water line from my water vapor block (hose lying on driver side valve cover) that will finish at the radiator.....

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Map sensor was fun to position and make sure was "serviceable" just in case. So I came up with this. Found a clip that attached to a 3/8-ish line and bonded it to an LS1 sensor. If it were to fail for some reason, simply reach back to unclip and replace!

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Oh and for the "race car" guys....the headers look pretty good :devil:

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[Pro Stock John]

Niiiiiice. ITB setups gives me bonerz.

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Niiiiiice. ITB setups gives me bonerz.

Well this wont help ;-)

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Still a long way to go as this required some unfavorable shim thicknesses of nearly 3/4" of the K....

[Pipelayaz]

Flawless.. :drool:

[tones2SS]

That is awesome Brent!

[CHRISPY]

This is one of the coolest builds I've seen in a long time, congrats!

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Thanks guys...

Made a decision this evening to pick up another K member with lowered engine mounts. New K wont be ready for PT (lol, I may not be either), but just in case, gonna pick up some substantial spacers....lose the Home Depot washers and move on.

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Official, not making the tour.....

Pulling the engine to make more room for the microwave sized intake. :bang: Too much risk in moving headers and oil pan closer to speed bumps, so we're redo a few things. Gonna need a new hood too....anyone have a connection with VFN? :drinkingbuddies:

Figured while I'm givin her a face lift, I'd get rid of those ugly ass fogs!

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[zx10r_07]

This build is just awesome. You going to have those grill inserts filled in also, or do you have a grill?

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This build is just awesome. You going to have those grill inserts filled in also, or do you have a grill?

Thanks Mike! Have the SLP SS factory grille....will probably keep it for now. Did have one more idea in modding it too.....but we'll see.

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[zx10r_07]

The SLP grill is probably the best looking IMO, I would definitely keep that one. Also, I was hoping to see this thing on power tour, but there is always next year :lol:

[tones2SS]

Sorry to hear that the car will not be ready for this year's Power Tour, but better get it right first and not worry about it later. Good luck Brent.


The SLP grill is probably the best looking IMO,

I agree with Mike on this one.

[Richiec77]

Ah....Damn. Would have been great to meet up with you and to check out your ride. I'm bringing the CTS-V this year. Hopefully in a year or less my long term project is done and I can roll out.

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Ah....Damn. Would have been great to meet up with you and to check out your ride. I'm bringing the CTS-V this year. Hopefully in a year or less my long term project is done and I can roll out.

Does suck and kick myself in the ass in a few simple oversites :bang: . Live and keep learning I guess. Will be better in the long run though, so no sweat. Plenty of events I can make this summer. :thumb:

I really hope to keep the SS hood but it doesnt look good. Will do a trial fit and take a few dimensions to see what its going to take to save it besides a giant hole :lol:

Think your "long term project" will be done for next years event?

[Richiec77]

Maybe. Things are looking good so far.

Oh yeah. VFN....they're in the Chicago area IIRC. I'll be in the area after the 25th of May for a week. I believe they have a Raised SS hood. Might be what you are looking for.

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Maybe. Things are looking good so far.

Oh yeah. VFN....they're in the Chicago area IIRC. I'll be in the area after the 25th of May for a week. I believe they have a Raised SS hood. Might be what you are looking for.

Their SS hood is terrible....looks like a pregnant stocker. Will have to go with the Sunoco style.

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[Richiec77]

I forgot about the Sunoco hood. It does look good.

[zx10r_07]

I love the Sunoco, but it sucks at the same time you have to give up your SS hood as I love them on true SS cars.

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Surgery pics....NOW it's time to get busy :smokin: Note....I left juuuust enough room and one of the three passenger wiper bolt holes for the eventual illusion of full wipers ;)

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[tones2SS]

Wow, looks great!
That damn intake. lol:D

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Wow, looks great!
That damn intake. lol:D

Hate this thing.....:bang:

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Love it now....no spacers, plenty of clearance. Pretty stoked...

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[Phantom_LS2]

Looks like you stuffed 20lbs of shit in a 5lbs bag.

Wait, that sounded bad. Lol it meant that in a good way.

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Looks like you stuffed 20lbs of shit in a 5lbs bag.

Wait, that sounded bad. Lol it meant that in a good way.

Understatement of the year :thumb:

Well, back in the garage today to install the hydra boost. Kick-ass piece, but a knuckle buster too :mad: Got all the lines run, assist module in place, etc. Threw a couple of the "supporting" pieces to see how it all works. Think we'll be fine.....

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[tones2SS]

Looks great Brent. That thing is going to be silly! :nod:

[Pipelayaz]

Silly indeed. I wish everyone had that attention to detail.