1970 Camaro

[73camaro]

Hello everyone, picked this up last week for a bargain price, got it home and just started stripping the interior, i need to replaced the whole interior, dash, cluster, carpet etc, will post up pics as i progress, can anyone tell me if these are original seats? i need to get new vinal covers from the states but i dont know what type of seats they are:confused:
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/171.jpg
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[73camaro]

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1137.jpg
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are these standard seats?

[chevelle]

Not standard seats.

[73camaro]

are they even out of a camaro?

[USA-69Z]

No not standard seats . They mite come up alright with a retrim in black vinyl ... wouldnt look too outa place.Depends if you want it factory or not.

[Not 028]

Shane,
Nice start for a project, well done, now you will just have to change from 73camaro to 70camaro...
Sheridan.

[73camaro]

haha i know sheridan, it was advertised as a 72 and i chose the username as 73 and its a 70!

[71RS]

Love the skull taillight, unfortunately not original.

[73camaro]

haha there was a skull on the T-Bar as well!

[AUSCAMARO]

Bargain at half the price... Should tidy up nicely.

[RAW454]

haha i know sheridan, it was advertised as a 72 and i chose the username as 73 and its a 70!
Hey Shane. Congrats on getting it home. No doubt the ideas are flowing hard & fast! For what it's worth, yuo can easily change your username - Several guys here have. (USA-69Z Gav & Randa Paul know how).

So what your thoughts for the project? Tough custom streeter? Return to Factory original style? Twin turbo injected BBC driving the 4-link & tubs? Things change, but be good to hear your ballpark direction :) ENJOY!

PS - Everyone here will swear by the importance of factory manuals, but I've also found this incredibly helpful with my project so far...
http://www.pitstop.net.au/view/marques-chevrolet-camaro/page/query/plu/1580/

[SYC 427]

haha i know sheridan, it was advertised as a 72 and i chose the username as 73 and its a 70!

In the states they call them 70 and a half due to the late production. 1970 seats are a one year only with seperate headrest similar to a hq holden short style.

[73camaro]

Hey Shane. Congrats on getting it home. No doubt the ideas are flowing hard & fast! For what it's worth, yuo can easily change your username - Several guys here have. (USA-69Z Gav & Randa Paul know how).

So what your thoughts for the project? Tough custom streeter? Return to Factory original style? Twin turbo injected BBC driving the 4-link & tubs? Things change, but be good to hear your ballpark direction :) ENJOY!

PS - Everyone here will swear by the importance of factory manuals, but I've also found this incredibly helpful with my project so far...
http://www.pitstop.net.au/view/marques-chevrolet-camaro/page/query/plu/1580/

touch streeter mate, first thing i want to do is get it on the road!! im not going to go to stupid on it though

[chevguy]

touch streeter mate, first thing i want to do is get it on the road!! im not going to go to stupid on it though

Must be the most frequent quote that gets ignored before long :D

[cluxford]

Shane great buy love those 2nd gens

now red velour seats - keepers maybe not in the car but the shed or the lounge room sweeet

[73camaro]

Shane great buy love those 2nd gens

now red velour seats - keepers maybe not in the car but the shed or the lounge room sweeet

yeah mate im just looking to get them retrimmed in black vinal

[69SS]

Great bargain Shane, second gens are nearly as sexy as first gens ;) . Get her on the road and enjoy for a while, seats will look good re-trimmed in black vinyl.

[73camaro]

thanks for the responses guys, the interior is going to be a pain, i have already ordered most parts though, carpet, headlining, s.h dash cluster from the states, new dash facia, window reg, seatbelts, it is never ending! a question regarding seat belts, are the orignal belts fine to use? or do i need new ones to meet aus regulations

[USA-69Z]

In Nsw we have to change them if we go RHD , if staying left hook oldys are fine...go figure???

Gav

[RAW454]

See if this helps Shane.
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home/RulesStandardsRegulations/VehicleStandardsInformation/

[71RS]

Hey Shane, I didnt have to change mine in NSW. Original lap belts.

I also have a later 2nd gen set with retractable shoulder straps with the retractor that goes up on the roof. Used and tan colour that might scrub up if interested. You would have to adapt a mount up the back on the roof.

You can also go to a wreckers and grab a set of belts from an old holden. As the seatbelts were in an Ozzy car then they meet OZ design rules. Saw this done in my old camaro and written up in the engineering report.

Also Hemco for a new set.

I redid my headliner and it is a massive pain to get right. Get a quote to get it done and if cheap, I'd let them do it.

[AUSCAMARO]

Try KLIPAN (i think thats how it's spelt), they do after market belts that can be purchased from most Repco's etc...

[73camaro]

thanks for all your help guys

[73camaro]

i must say i love this car!

[69SS]

i must say i love this car!

Ha your addicted now, just like the rest of us !!

[73camaro]

where is the best place in aus to order a new dash pad from? only place i have found is US GM service parts

[71RS]

$750 at USGM. Yikes! About $350 in the US from memory

Mate, I have never seen them on ebay or anywhere else in Aust. I'd be checking out Classic or National Parts Depot in the States. I buy from NPD all the time and can really recommend them. I'll ask my guy for a quote. My guess is the postage will be high. USGM probably knows how much it will cost to ship from the States and adjusts his price to be about the same.

http://www.npdlink.com/modules.php?name=Camaro_Catalog

[71RS]

Make that $390, dang price has gone up. Also be careful not to order a "dash cap". These are much cheaper and fit over an existing dash to hide any cracks or warping. Have you considered fabricating your own dash?

[73camaro]

i looked in the states but the cost of post was the killer, around $300 so it works out to be the same, this is the one im looking at

https://pontiworld.com.au/usgmsp/product_info.php?cPath=160_161_163&products_id=5070

the current dash i have is completley gone, not just cracked but torn apart in half

[Nev68]

i looked in the states but the cost of post was the killer, around $300 so it works out to be the same, this is the one im looking at

https://pontiworld.com.au/usgmsp/product_info.php?cPath=160_161_163&products_id=5070

the current dash i have is completley gone, not just cracked but torn apart in half

You have to try to optimise the shipping costs by ordering a few things whne buying from the U.S.
That's my experience anyway
Surely you can think of a few more things you need:)

[73camaro]

You have to try to optimise the shipping costs by ordering a few things whne buying from the U.S.
That's my experience anyway
Surely you can think of a few more things you need:)

yeah i do need a few more things but i dont want to spend to much at one time and get hit with all the fees from rudd

[71RS]

Shane,
Just got this quote for a dash from NPD.

I have attached a quote (FL312564) containing the parts you have inquired about. Shipping costs would be estimated at approximately $163-219 +/-. While we make an honest effort to provide a price range for shipping, the actual charge is only known once the order is placed, pulled, packed and weighed. The actual charge is passed on directly and may vary from the estimate given.

[73camaro]

thanks for that mate, that would save a bit if its around that price!
thank you very much

[73camaro]

will this
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120488401405&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT

fit into this

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290359822449&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT

[71RS]

No, The later model cluster has those large plastic tabs sticking forward. I made the same mistake and now stuck with it. Had to buy another one.
You need this one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290365828116
I wouldnt buy a used dash again. You'll find that half the instuments will be clapped out or they wont last long. Plus try and clean the dial faces and the markings will come off with little effort.

Do you know if your car had a U14 gauge option? If not, then buying that style cluster will require a few wiring mods. Not hard but just thought you should know.

This guy is meant to have great stuff. All rebuilt and warranty. Pricey but you get what you pay for.

http://www.nastyz28.com/forum/showthread.php?t=166248&highlight=u14

Another option is to make your own panel and put some aftemarket gauges in it.

http://www.nastyz28.com/forum/showthread.php?t=165729&highlight=gauge+pictures

[73camaro]

oh damm, i have already purchased both!! i thought they were interchangable with the facia, he advertised it as a 75 and i thought they were all the same, **** what am i going to do know

[73camaro]

actually looking at this i think it will fit as its exactley the same size and shape then the other one that came out of it, the indicator globes are in the exact same spot but this new one i brought have these plastic tabs for the indicators, if i take them off they should line up

[71RS]

Good Luck, they are different! Once you get them have close look at them and you'll realise the difference. You will need to modify and make boxes around where the indicators are.
Dont know your skills but you might be able to do some cutting and pasting to make it all work. And just hope it all lines up nicely when you start putting your dash back in the car.

Personally, Id resell the cluster and start again.

[73camaro]

yeah dam i thought that would be the case, maybe i have to buy something like this
http://www.ecklerscamaro.com/product.asp?pf%5Fid=706290&dept%5Fid=1597

[71RS]

Do yourself a favour and start trawling NastyZ28.com forums. All the info is on it regarding everything you need to do.Those covens dashs have known fitment issues. You might find something better. You may also be able to buy it cheaper elsewhere.

And what ever you do, dont buy anything from ecklers. They used to be good but now utter crap. You wont get your stuff SENT for weeks. Their part prices may seem ok but they are now stocking many low quality parts and you ge what you pay for. I will never use them again.

[73camaro]

ok have made a order today
new dash pad, new front spoiler, new parcel shelf, new weather seal kit, new windows handles & door locks

[73camaro]

have so far spent $2800 just on the interior without seats being redone :(

[rodent]

have so far spent $2800 just on the interior without seats being redone :(

Just keep your eye on the prize Shane :) you'll be penniless, but you'll have a nice car :p

[73camaro]

haha i know mate, it will be all worth it in the end, the things we do for fun hey

[71RS]

Yeah dont worry about the money. If you had bought the car in the USA and then shipped, paid taxes it would have cost you more than you have probably spent.

Congrats on the parts. Who'd you buy from? Just put my spoiler on and love it. Only problem is it loves kissing the road, speed bumps and curbs.

[73camaro]

brought all this stuff from pontiworld

[71RS]

Did you see this just posted! Might help your cause.

I also have the ava. of a factory 'Black' interior thats about to be taken out of a future 'Bianti' 70 Z/28 Camaro racer for $1500 aud

http://www.usmuscle.com.au/Forum/showthread.php?p=27660#post27660

[73camaro]

yeah i sent a PM 2 weeks ago, havent had a reply yet, just posted there

[71RS]

When do the parts arrive?

[73camaro]

some stuff started arring today, spoiler and cluster facia, the rest from ponti world will arrive tomorrow and im waiting for a few things from the states, the bezel fits perfect on the s.h cluster except for the holes for the indicators..... DAM!!

[73camaro]

anyone have any ideas what i should do about gauges? i have everything except for a good working cluster, im lost

[Nev68]

anyone have any ideas what i should do about gauges? i have everything except for a good working cluster, im lost

Have you checked out the "Team Camaro" site?

[rodent]

anyone have any ideas what i should do about gauges? i have everything except for a good working cluster, im lost

Buy yourself a Covan and some Autometers :D I've never tried to compile all the parts for a 2nd gen dash but I imagine it could get expensive, and you may just be buying someones crap that is no better than what you have :(

Covan, not super expensive, and they're easy to work with.Not a 2nd gen Camaro :( but the one in my Nova :)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v604/rodent4/dash-1.jpg

[71RS]

Check my #35 post. These are your only options IMO. I'd go factory. I think it would be easiest to install and wire up

[73camaro]

ok guys just wondering if anyone can help me out here, checked the engine number (the one behind the alternator) and it is V0609800, can anyone help me out with what year and type of engine this is

[73camaro]

carpet has arrived from ponti world, im going to give it a crack installing tonight, any tips?

[71RS]

Did you get sound proofing or underlay?

Measure twice, Cut once!

[73camaro]

yeah it comes with the underlay, ok checked engine numbers out again today
on the back these were the numbers 14016379 and E150, can someone help me decode these

[73camaro]

ok brought the last few items i need, correct dash cluster, bottom section of dash under the steering column and also the heater control.

Checked the new dash out last night and realised it requires 6 clips not 3 like the original part, i thought maybe i would of received those clips with the dash but didnt, anyone know of anyone in aus who might have those

[73camaro]

yeah those are the numbers, i will double check tomorrow, it was imported 5 years ago

[73camaro]

ok pulled the heater box out today, im missing alot of parts for it and it will be a pain in the ass to find everthing then put it all back together, does anyone know of any aftermarket heater systems? i only need it for a demister

[Nev68]

ok pulled the heater box out today, im missing alot of parts for it and it will be a pain in the ass to find everthing then put it all back together, does anyone know of any aftermarket heater systems? i only need it for a demister

Have you thought about putting the heater back to stock?
A workshop manual should show all parts required.

[73camaro]

was thinking about it but it will be a pain, it is a air con box as well..., i found a a/market heater set up today so i have brought that

[73camaro]

a list of items i have got so far

new A/market heater set up
new parcel shelf padding
new Fuel Cap
new front spoiler
new Dash Pad
new 2x door striker pins
new Weather seal kit
new Door lock knob kit
new Carpet with underlay
new l/h window reg
new Lock kit-doors, ignition barrel
new Boot lock kit
new r/h kick panel
s/h Lower steering column panel & heater control
s/h instrument cluster w/gauges
new instrument Bezel
new roof lining
new seat belts

Over 4k on interior ****!

[camaro_1967rs]

a list of items i have got so far

new A/market heater set up
new parcel shelf padding
new Fuel Cap
new front spoiler
new Dash Pad
new 2x door striker pins
new Weather seal kit
new Door lock knob kit
new Carpet with underlay
new l/h window reg
new Lock kit-doors, ignition barrel
new Boot lock kit
new r/h kick panel
s/h Lower steering column panel & heater control
s/h instrument cluster w/gauges
new instrument Bezel
new roof lining
new seat belts

Over 4k on interior ****!


Spent over 7k on my interior:

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x102/bucketofbubbles_detailing/DSC_4903.jpg
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x102/bucketofbubbles_detailing/DSC_4912.jpg
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x102/bucketofbubbles_detailing/DSC_4914.jpg
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etc etc etc etc lots more stuff you get the idea.

building a car is not cheap, spread out over time its a great learning experience.

[73camaro]

that makes me feel better, anyone know what the best to use to get all the paint off the kickpanels? should i just use a paint stripper

[camaro_1967rs]

anyone know what the best to use to get all the paint off the kickpanels? should i just use a paint stripper

My advice would be to do the following:

get yourself some long rubber gloves that go up your arm
A bucket with water in it.
purchase some stripper in a can as its even when sprayed
use steel wool with soap in it already frothed up
about 10 seconds after the paint crinkles dip the steel wool in water and lightly scrub.
after you have finished treat the plastic with a vynal reviver.

[71RS]

Paint stripper, you could melt the plastic? I half melted a ford dash when I grabbed a wrong can of basic oven cleaner. Hot soap and a scourer. Go easy first, no result, then amp it up. Maybe a little thinners? Do a test on the back first.

[camaro_1967rs]

Paint stripper, you could melt the plastic? I half melted a ford dash when I grabbed a wrong can of basic oven cleaner. Hot soap and a scourer. Go easy first, no result, then amp it up. Maybe a little thinners? Do a test on the back first.

Sorry Ehbobeh I have to dissagree. The thinners WILL melt this type of plastic, and the scouring brush will break the surface of the plastic if used with the above.

As a detailer I used this process regulary on solid plastics like I have described.

The skill is to spray the paint stripper lightly like a spray painter with an even overlap and then quickly after it rinkles the paint use the steel wool with soap to remove in a wiping motion: left to right or right to left (dont use circles) , may take two to three goes.

This process only harms the paint as it does not have enough time to get through to harm the plastic.

The spray stripper is fast and controllable, the paint on paint stripper is not controllable as well.

[71RS]

Sorry Ehbobeh I have to dissagree. The thinners WILL melt this type of plastic, and the scouring brush will break the surface of the plastic if used with the above.

As a detailer I used this process regulary on solid plastics like I have described.

The skill is to spray the paint stripper lightly like a spray painter with an even overlap and then quickly after it rinkles the paint use the steel wool with soap to remove in a wiping motion: left to right or right to left (dont use circles) , may take two to three goes.

This process only harms the paint as it does not have enough time to get through to harm the plastic.

The spray stripper is fast and controllable, the paint on paint stripper is not controllable as well.

OK, didnt know that. Thanks

[AGGRO]

73camaro, I saw in another thread that you will not be keeping your console. If so what condition is it in and are you willing to sell it?

Cheers,

Rowan

[73camaro]

console is not in great condition, it has a few cracks

[Nev68]

a list of items i have got so far

new A/market heater set up
new parcel shelf padding
new Fuel Cap
new front spoiler
new Dash Pad
new 2x door striker pins
new Weather seal kit
new Door lock knob kit
new Carpet with underlay
new l/h window reg
new Lock kit-doors, ignition barrel
new Boot lock kit
new r/h kick panel
s/h Lower steering column panel & heater control
s/h instrument cluster w/gauges
new instrument Bezel
new roof lining
new seat belts

Over 4k on interior ****!

From where?
Classic Industries, Ecklers, Year One?

[73camaro]

i brought a fair bit of stuff from ponitworld, and brought rooflining, dash bezel and cluster and seatbelts from ebay

[Nev68]

i brought a fair bit of stuff from ponitworld, and brought rooflining, dash bezel and cluster and seatbelts from ebay

With major investments like that I'd strart loking at classic Indutries and waiting (if you can) for one of the discounts they do quite regularly.

I've bought a ton of gear from Classic Industires and found them to be quite reliable.

[73camaro]

some new pics
tank has been repaired and painted
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1205.jpg

some interior pics
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1207.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1208.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1189.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1187.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1180.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1173.jpg

should i keep these wheels, i think so
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1213.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1225.jpg

old mans chevy with a new paint job
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1176.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1177.jpg

[USA-69Z]

them wheels will clean up nice and those tyres !!!! dominators! cool as :p

[qik66]

looking good !!

[73camaro]

new carby & heater arrived today
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1228.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1229.jpg

all im waiting on now is window reg, weatherseals, dash clips, boot bezel, instrument cluster & bottom section of dash

[AUSCAMARO]

Gee, you don't muck around. C'mon along nicely.

[73camaro]

i just want to get it on the road mate!

[Nev68]

new carby & heater arrived today
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1228.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1229.jpg

all im waiting on now is window reg, weatherseals, dash clips, boot bezel, instrument cluster & bottom section of dash

Looks like I might need a might Quadrajet.
Where did you get yours?

[73camaro]

i got mine from a local guy who sells a bit of stuff, cost me $300

[73camaro]

does anyone know how much it will cost to get the bumpers rechromed? or should i just buy a/market new ones

[Nev68]

does anyone know how much it will cost to get the bumpers rechromed? or should i just buy a/market new ones

I think you get what you pay for with chrome.
My front and rear bars cost close to $700 for a bit of straightening, dent knocking and chrome.
It's a bit of money and I wished I researched the aftermarket bars at the time, but when I got the bars back.....sh!t they looked good.

[73camaro]

yeah my ones are perfect no dints just some rust up the top

[73camaro]

been on holidays for a few weeks, arrived back to some new parts, b & m shifter quicksilver, new parcel shelf and also a s/h gauge cluster in perfect condition, all parts have arrived now.

issue i have is with the shifter, the shifter is one to suit a console.. i wasnt planning on having a console but i maye have to due to the shifter issue, problem is the shifter is to suit a 73-81 camaro, my current console that came with the car is a 73 onwards, are the 73-81 consoles and the 70-72 consoles similar? will they both fit in a 70 camaro

[OldIndian]

73Camaro.... they are close but different. the mounts are different, the early shifter is like the 69 the aircraft style but the 73+ is like a single shaft. thats if you go with the original stuff.

[73camaro]

ok so i can go with the quicksilver shifter if i buy the 73 console? this shifter fits perfect on the existing bolts atm

[blackoutsteve]

Nice to see bolt-on dash brackets in 1973.. 67-69 are weld on.

What brand is the heater core? Is it a universal fit or specifically to suit the Camaro?

[71RS]

Heres an idea from nasty:
http://www.nastyz28.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1871196#post1871196

[adz372]

i also want to run the b m quicksilver shifter in my consoul, but my car is a 70 model camaro, does anyone know if it fits my model?

[73camaro]

the shifter i got is only to suit 73-81

[73camaro]

ok a few more parts have arrived, including new console, trying to get car running, put new carby on and replaced fuel pump, still no go, its not pumping fuel, must be a blockage in the fuel line??

[blackoutsteve]

Have you primed the pump? Maybe it's cavatating..
It might be easier for your pump to expand air as opposed to pull fuel.

Mech or elec pump?

[73camaro]

it is a holley mech pump, fixed the problem, pick up in the tank was bent and was not even sitting in the tank, very happy motor runs smooth as, installed rear speakers and new parcel shelf and padding, also put new trunk lock and bezel on as it didnt even have one

[73camaro]

pretty keen to get it on the road, ordered plates today CHEV7O

[73camaro]

allright dropped off front and rear seats at the upholster today, going black with red inserts, should match the car well, have installed new shifter and console and it looks sweet

[73camaro]

can anyone tell me what things are normally checked for a VASS and what things need to be changed?

[blackoutsteve]

Seat belts, windscreen and headlamps are three things that generally require changing.

Have a read of this..
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home/Registration/WhatHasToBeRegistered/OtherVehiclesBoatsAndRegistrationIssues/VehicleAssessmentSignatoryScheme.htm

[RAW454]

allright dropped off front and rear seats at the upholster today, going black with red inserts, should match the car well, have installed new shifter and console and it looks sweet Nice one Shane - Ticking along nicely. Bring on the pix when seats back :) PS - What's it cost to retrim a rear seat (with inserts like you doing?) Need to chuck a dollar figure into my ulti-page wishlist ;) Ta.

[73camaro]

hi Deano, been qouted $450 for the rear seat and $250 for each bucket sear

[73camaro]

ok front seats are done, i think they have came up a treat, what is peoples opinion?

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/carseats.jpg

[71RS]

Looks great!

[73camaro]

thanks mate im pretty stoked with them!

[USA-69Z]

they look sweet Shane ...! they will pickup the interior heaps:)

Gav

[71RS]

Post some more pics when you get them installed.

I am waiting for my new seat covers to come in from Classic which are now scheduled to be delivered Monday. Cost was $666US delivered. They where sent on Wednesday UPS and got to Sydney @ 0230 Thursday Morning. Since arriving at Mascot they are "In Transit", 1 day to go 10000km and another 5 days to go the last 90km. I paid for express service and got what I paid for until they landed in Australia.

[73camaro]

ok some new picks, rear seats in, had a few issues with the front seats, had to redrill new holes as they are not original seats and they were put in dodgy, console and shifter in, not far now, gave it a good polish today, came up well, will need a paint job through down the track

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camaroshifter.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camaroseat32.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camaroseat.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camaroclean.jpg

[AGGRO]

starting to look really nice there mate. how long till its on the road??

[RAW454]

Wow - Polishes up sweet. Those stars really match the red perfectly.

[AUSCAMARO]

Got some installed pics of the front seats Shane??

Looking good...

[73camaro]

well things have changed, car is at a workshop and the fron end is completly stripped, replacing all steering suspension components, engine bay has been blaster and painted so to the subframe, just brought a new motor :)
got the 350 330hp vortec engine, also brought a 2500stally, things are looking up!

overall the condition of the body is good, have brought new rust repair panels for both front fenders and left rear quarter, also had to buy a new radiator support panel

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ok here is the list of new parts ive had to get

dash
console
carpet
seats redone
door trims
window reg x2
door locks
B & M quicksilver shifter
parcel shelf
roof lining
door lock knob kit
door strickers
kick panels x2
sill plates
weatherseal kit
dash cluster
front spoiler
boot lock and bezel
slotted rotor kit
front suspension kit ball joints, tie rod end, drag link etc etc etc etc
radiator
new engine :)
2500 b & m stall convertor

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touch streeter mate, first thing i want to do is get it on the road!! im not going to go to stupid on it though

hahah that didnt work....

[73camaro]

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camaro26.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camaro25.jpg

[71RS]

Wow, I thought you were just going to get it registered and drive it as is. If you need any energy suspension poly control arm bushes, I'll have a set here to suit next week.

[73camaro]

i have brought a fair bit from energy suspension so far mate, seems like good stuff

[RAW454]

hahah that didnt work....
Hehe.. Heard that before :p Looking great Shane! All this work will be well worth it when she's finished & cruising come summer :cool:

[TUFF68]

Wow, I thought you were just going to get it registered and drive it as is.

Hehe..... been there before as well, went through almost exactly the same thing with my Camaro. All worth it in the end though Shane :)

[AlexK]

hehe..... Been there before as well, went through almost exactly the same thing with my camaro. All worth it in the end though shane :)

great work here is a pick of my car. Front clip off at the moment for door hinge replacement and body bushings.
Cheers alex oakleigh vic

[AlexK]

Here is another pic. Shane is doing a great job

[73camaro]

someone is getting a tad excited!

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/engine.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/engine1.jpg

[AGGRO]

wow that looks awesome mate!

[73camaro]

ok some updated pics!
engine is in, all suspension/brakes are done, front gaurds are repaired, not much left now!!! :)
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camaroenginebay.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camaroenginebay2.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camaroenginebay3.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camarounderneath.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/camarounderneath2.jpg

[69SS]

Looking the goods Shane.. Bit cold down your way mate, I see the old combustion heater is going off :D

[AlexK]

Looking good mate. Iv just refitted front sheet metal too. In order to line up front guards i had too place washers between new subframe bushings and body. Did you have any issues? Iv also started modifications too rear lights so i can get it ready for engineers.Lots too do...

[71RS]

How did you attach your front swaybar mounts, standard bolt or modified. Just wanted to check as the standard setup is weak due to the bolt stripping the thread out of the frame. There known to come adrift in a bad way.

[AlexK]

My front sway bar was actually missing. A mate in queensland sent me his old one. 24mm. i used energy mounts like yours and bought high tensile bolts. Can brobably add washer and nut too strenghthen.
Cheers Alex

[73camaro]

good news, it is nearly complete, gets fired up for the first time tomorrow :), all thats left now is roof lining to be installed, lights to be adjusted and seats belts.

i have been told it is legal to put in australian lap belts in for club rego, is this right?

[AlexK]

good news, it is nearly complete, gets fired up for the first time tomorrow :), all thats left now is roof lining to be installed, lights to be adjusted and seats belts.

i have been told it is legal to put in australian lap belts in for club rego, is this right?

Let me know how you go with belts. Im in the middle of auto electrical work, and have had a hard time sourcing canceling cam for my steering column, too get my horn working. Iv also bought micro switches for my quicksilver shifter so that to have a neutral safety switch and reverse lights.

[73camaro]

nearly ready to go

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1694.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1697.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1704.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1702.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1712.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1714.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1708.jpg

[AlexK]

Im currently working on seat belts for my 73 camaro. Im working on a kit with seatbelt supplier for the f body cars, which includes mounts and brackets. Im a fitter and work with cnc machines. Have you done your belts yet ?

[71RS]

Hey Shane, I just went through the whole thread and the car looks great. You've brought it a long way form what it was. Any updates?

[AUSCAMARO]

Before
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/186.jpg

And After
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j22/2002auxr6/DSCF1708.jpg

Mate, she looks like a new one now. Well done!

[73camaro]

:Hey Shane, I just went through the whole thread and the car looks great. You've brought it a long way form what it was. Any updates?

tanks mate, latest update is i have used dynomat in the whole interior, all interior going back in, imported a magnaflow stainless exhaust system, having that fitted next week with a few other little things and i should be good to go:D

[Chev_1973]

Nice car and good job!

I have a 73 model and need to replace some bushes at the front.

Where didi you get yours? How much? and did you buy ir in a set?

Cheers

[73camaro]

yeah mate brought all mine from us gm (pontiworld), i replaced everything in the front end..

[Chev_1973]

How much did you pay for all the bushes?

Did you replace the ball joints and tierod ends as well? Price?

I am planning to do the same before the new engine comes in.

Thanks mate