Loosecannon's 1967 Camaro RS build

In reply to CAinCA :

I agree. I'm just saying it could be mistaken for a slot at a glance. I see no problems in that photo...

Yes, there are two holes and the one to use depends on shock length and ride height 

I know it's been a minute since I posted but I've been installing a Vintage Air system in the car and the parts have been trickling in and the install is actually quite long and difficult Part 1 Video here

Installing the AC was frustrating and as a result, I had to chip away at it little by little and it took longer than expected. It's totally installed and working now and it took 18 hours. I imagine it would take even longer with a complete car. Here's Part 2 of a 3 part series on the AC install (glad it's over) 1967 Camaro Vintage Air install-Part 2

And it's all done except for charging the system Final AC Install video

Installing the chassis wiring harness has begun. I thought I could do it all in one video but that's not happening. Here is a picture from today's activities

I recorded hours of wiring on my '61 Apache, but in the end, it was a LOT of time, and I didn't upload anything because it was honestly pretty boring except to the nerdiest of the nerdy (me).

I enjoy wiring.

Forgive me if you've mentioned it - is that an AAW kit?

In reply to SkinnyG (Forum Supporter) :

Yes, it's the AAW kit and I'm impressed so far. It may take a while to do but the wiring isn't hurting my brain like some projects have. 

I did AAW in my '61, and tapped into a lot of the "option" fuses to run the EFI, line-loc, and air-ride.  I did move some cirucits around and re-labeled them on the fuse box as to how I wanted them wired, but it certainly was a good kit!

Silly me, I never posted a ling to the video, here it is for Part 1 American Auto Wire Install

The AAW kit is in and I tackled the Dakota Digital gauges next. I wasn't thrilled with the long wait to get them but OMG are they awesome!! I can't believe how well integrated they are with the data coming from the LS7. And with the correct wires from the AAW kit plugged into the DD box, the gauges display left and right turn signals, e-brake, high beam, check engine light and numerous other things. They will even tell you when you're low on fuel or the oil pressure or temp is not what they're supposed to be-Amazing!

With the gauges installed, I tackled the next job, which is the parking brake. Around here, all street cars need a working park brake and with the particular axle that I have, a park brake is not available off-the-shelf. I considered my options and went with an electric park brake from Wilwood. I had to make my own brackets but otherwise the kit was pretty simple to install-almost plug-n-play. Look at me baby calipers

I love all the real car vs just race car touches you are adding.  Great work and can't wait to see more race videos of the finished product.

I like that little ebrake, any details on that?  I dont remember seeing those when I've looked in the past.

edit: just found them on summit, they are proud of those for sure!

fouckhest said:

I like that little ebrake, any details on that?  I dont remember seeing those when I've looked in the past.

 

edit: just found them on summit, they are proud of those for sure!

Pantera Electronics and use Tesla Model S electric parking brake calipers. You can even DIY your own controller. Easy to do. About $150/side. 

Project is coming along quite nicely! Keep it up. Going to be a very nice setup when you are done.

GaryC83 said:

fouckhest said:

I like that little ebrake, any details on that?  I dont remember seeing those when I've looked in the past.

 

edit: just found them on summit, they are proud of those for sure!

Pantera Electronics and use Tesla Model S electric parking brake calipers. You can even DIY your own controller. Easy to do. About $150/side. 

Thanks for the tip, I will certainly look into this!

I was waiting to solve the problem with triggering the dash light when the brake was engaged and I finally got it (just a wiring issue) so here is the video of the install of the electric e-brake Wilwood electric E-brake

When I got the car, it was a pile of parts, nothing was assembled and even the wiring harness and window mechanisms were all just in boxes. I went through the boxes and managed to figure out how the passenger side windows go together. I still have to align everything properly but so far I got them working 

Well with everything working, it's time to start the bodywork. I pulled the mirrors and door handles off and started improving the panel gaps. I use silicon bronze filler rods and they work very well for TIG welding thin metal 

This is going to be spectacular when you're done. If I ever do another cross Canada drive i'll have to stop in the Peg to have a look.

DeadSkunk (Warren) said:

This is going to be spectacular when you're done. If I ever do another cross Canada drive i'll have to stop in the Peg to have a look.

I'll give you a tour and maybe a ride in it

I taped it all up in preparation for bodywork today. I still have to hang plastic over everything in the garage because it's going to get dusty 

8.5 hours, that's how long it took to get the passenger front fender smooth and ready for primer 

The entire interior has arrived! I've never seen a TMI interior in person so I didn't know what I was going to get until it arrived. It all looks amazing. The materials feel high quality and the stitching is perfect. Here are a couple of pictures but if you want to see all of it, watch the video TMI interior reveal