The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network







Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Go Back   The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > General Forums > Alternate Tinkerings

Web 67-72chevytrucks.com


Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 09-02-2024, 12:10 PM   #576
CAMAROBOY68SS
Senior Member

 
CAMAROBOY68SS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2022
Location: Hillsboro, Oregon
Posts: 471
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Quote:
Originally Posted by 7dee2 View Post
Thanks, it’s just blacked out. I thought the same thing and even borrowed a used OE 67 Vette Stinger Insert from a buddy of mine. We found the scoop stamping is not an exact match for the insert, plus the inner structure creates problems. So after working with Perk’s, we decided the steel hood is not very conducive to this mod. I have seen pics of this done and it appears it’s always a fiberglass hood.
thanks for the indo. Thats good to know, Ive always wondered that about the insert, but never have had a Camaro with a stinger hood but its been in the back of my head if I ever go another 67 to stick one on it over the SS hood or a Cowl.
__________________
The Twins:
1968 C10 SWB - Blue 327/5 Speed
1968 Camaro SS/RS - Blue 327/4speed

C10 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=833278

The "Others"
1933 Ford Pickup (Camaro in disguise)
2017 Camaro SS

Life long Chevy guy
CAMAROBOY68SS is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-04-2024, 08:58 AM   #577
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Quote:
Originally Posted by 72 tigger View Post
Both the paint and brake lines look great!
I appreciate and respect your attention to detail
Thank you Kirk, I appreciate the kind words.

Quote:
Originally Posted by CAMAROBOY68SS View Post
thanks for the indo. Thats good to know, Ive always wondered that about the insert, but never have had a Camaro with a stinger hood but its been in the back of my head if I ever go another 67 to stick one on it over the SS hood or a Cowl.
Glad you brought it up, I think that’s a cool mod for this style of hood.



Most of the front clip is back home with all the badges installed. These pics don’t do justice, this stuff looks so good! I do have a slightly crooked S on the right fender. Hard to see in the pictures but the Chevrolet script on the header needs to be bent a little to follow the contour of the panel. Both will be easy fixes later, Perks Customs continues doing an excellent job.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-04-2024, 11:38 AM   #578
Lost in the 60's
Active Member
 
Lost in the 60's's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Twin Cites, MN
Posts: 196
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Could you use a micro file and elongate the holes slightly to tilt the letter in the correct orientation ? I've done this with some of my "tweaks", as long as the emblem still covers the hole.
Lost in the 60's is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-08-2024, 08:43 AM   #579
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Yes exactly, you've read my mind.



The hood followed the next day. All these nice pretty panels are a huge motivation to get this car done.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2024, 08:17 AM   #580
KevinK7
Senior Member
 
KevinK7's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Hudson Valley, New York
Posts: 649
Re: 67 Camaro Build

The 'icing' on the cake, ...the emblems really look good on there. You're getting close Brett
__________________
'68 C20 Utility 396 4sp (BuildThread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=806904 )
'68 C10 50th
KevinK7 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-11-2024, 09:56 AM   #581
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Thanks Kevin, I do like how this hood has turned out (with the Baldwin Motion look).



The front brake calipers are installed, I'm not a big fan of the spliced rubber lines (H672), but it is what it is. Also, more fuel line routing while the exhaust was still mocked up. Placed blue tape with dots where I want to drill for the fuel line saddle clamps. I'll drop the exhaust out of the way to continue the installation.

https://www.inlinetube.com/products/h672
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-11-2024, 12:33 PM   #582
KevinK7
Senior Member
 
KevinK7's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Hudson Valley, New York
Posts: 649
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Brett,
I hear ya' on the caliper lines. The conversion kits are '69 style calipers/hoses, and when putting them on '67/'68 they don't exactly route the best. I'm still surprised nobody came out with a set of hoses to work better on 67/68...
__________________
'68 C20 Utility 396 4sp (BuildThread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=806904 )
'68 C10 50th
KevinK7 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-15-2024, 08:36 AM   #583
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

That's the truth!



Hooray, I've pulled the mockup motor and exhaust for the last time! I bought this cherry picker add-on tool to help me wrestle hoods, fingers are crossed that this works if I get the guts to try it. Ran it up as high as it would go to see if I could hang our extra hood on the wall. It's just shy and a bit too Hari-Kari, I think.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-18-2024, 09:10 AM   #584
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

I got something going on the doors, they both needed some left-over paint/mask removed and a sound deadener treatment. I'll wait until they are hung and apply cavity wax before the final build-out.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-22-2024, 08:21 AM   #585
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Here’s a look at the OE tail lights we have, red overspray and all. The plan is to restore the tins and replace the rest. I'm also working on speedo cable routing (unique for a Muncie) with a right-side speedo gear. The last pic illustrates the 2 types of right and left routing.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-24-2024, 05:58 PM   #586
CAMAROBOY68SS
Senior Member

 
CAMAROBOY68SS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2022
Location: Hillsboro, Oregon
Posts: 471
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Quote:
Originally Posted by 7dee2 View Post
Here’s a look at the OE tail lights we have, red overspray and all. The plan is to restore the tins and replace the rest. I'm also working on speedo cable routing (unique for a Muncie) with a right-side speedo gear. The last pic illustrates the 2 types of right and left routing.

looking good, make sure the socket plug area is really clean. Also if your original blub sockets were good, I would reuse them. I have not found a good aftermarket socket yet that holds the bulb properly and would ground like originals with my 68. I have the added headache of my car being a RS so all 4 bulbs are brake/tail.
__________________
The Twins:
1968 C10 SWB - Blue 327/5 Speed
1968 Camaro SS/RS - Blue 327/4speed

C10 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=833278

The "Others"
1933 Ford Pickup (Camaro in disguise)
2017 Camaro SS

Life long Chevy guy
CAMAROBOY68SS is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-25-2024, 09:36 AM   #587
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Thanks, our wiring is a real mess and will be completely replaced with American Autowire Factory Fit harnesses. We’ll hang onto the old wiring until I’m sure I don’t need anything, I've heard the taillights can be a real pain.



Our Moser diff needs a breather, so I grabbed this stuff from NAPA. I mentioned the rear diff covers earlier and here’s the lineup. I thought about running the ET cover (middle) with a Motion sticker but in the end the Mr. Gasket won out. I like them all but with a built drain plug, and you don’t see the Mr. Gasket as much. Too bad the slightly deeper Tanks fuel tank we're using will hide most of this view.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-29-2024, 08:32 AM   #588
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Taillight tins after a very light media blast, then chrome-type paint (going for bright taillights) on the inner, followed by dull aluminum on the outer.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-02-2024, 09:38 AM   #589
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

The intermediate brake lines line up well enough now to be bolted to the brake pressure regulator valve. That’s a win, the rear piece had to be bent around the subframe connecter making it slightly shorter. At the same time, the front piece was not happy with our manual MC setup. I ended up ordering a new 69 intermediate line and used the front piece with minor tweaking to make this finally work. https://www.inlinetube.com/products/ccb69m2

I get to refit the taillights with the tins this time, oops! But hey, it’s looking mean with those blue raccoon eyes.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-06-2024, 08:33 AM   #590
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Bending, trimming, hammering, and I tell what, they are going fit by golly!
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-09-2024, 08:41 AM   #591
joesscamaro
Registered User
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Newport, North Carolina
Posts: 638
Re: 67 Camaro Build

I've been gone a while. It's good to see all of this progress! The car is looking really good.
joesscamaro is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-09-2024, 09:09 AM   #592
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Thank you Joe.


Tail light housings are now seated with the inner tins on, the rear exhaust hanger is painted and reinstalled, and fuel line plumbing has made a little more progress.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-13-2024, 08:45 AM   #593
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

As of now, our brake line octopi at the master cylinder is finished. When the wheel well comes back into play some lines still need to be made to a line loc. After trying some cheapo gaskets on the taillights, I found that they're not great and will undoubtedly leak. Ordered up some new molded ones coming from AMD (Classic Headquarters) that are more like the factory originals. Next up, started working on the firewall insulation by pulling the master cylinder, etc., etc.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-13-2024, 09:08 AM   #594
KevinK7
Senior Member
 
KevinK7's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Hudson Valley, New York
Posts: 649
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Looking great Brett! definitely starting to come together!
And yes, those taillight bezel seals really needed to be 'compressed' to seal up against the rearpanel.



In no way trying to divert from your thread!, But I was just informed from a friend, a 68 I restored is now on BAT. Seems bittersweet, surreal...
Again, not trying to sidetrack, just thought another 'Camaro guy' would be interested
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...omments-anchor
__________________
'68 C20 Utility 396 4sp (BuildThread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=806904 )
'68 C10 50th
KevinK7 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-14-2024, 01:06 PM   #595
CAMAROBOY68SS
Senior Member

 
CAMAROBOY68SS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2022
Location: Hillsboro, Oregon
Posts: 471
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Quote:
Originally Posted by KevinK7 View Post
Looking great Brett! definitely starting to come together!
And yes, those taillight bezel seals really needed to be 'compressed' to seal up against the rearpanel.



In no way trying to divert from your thread!, But I was just informed from a friend, a 68 I restored is now on BAT. Seems bittersweet, surreal...
Again, not trying to sidetrack, just thought another 'Camaro guy' would be interested
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...omments-anchor
Thats a really nice 68 big block car in a rare color. Not often do you see the early 68 RS grille since that chrome wore off so fast. My 68 needs to have that grille (march built car) but just never wanted to really swap it since the current one is a original later replacement piece in perfect shape.
__________________
The Twins:
1968 C10 SWB - Blue 327/5 Speed
1968 Camaro SS/RS - Blue 327/4speed

C10 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=833278

The "Others"
1933 Ford Pickup (Camaro in disguise)
2017 Camaro SS

Life long Chevy guy
CAMAROBOY68SS is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-16-2024, 09:10 AM   #596
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Thank you Kevin. Oh yes, what a beautiful high optioned 68, I’m sure that car was hard to part with. Your restoration of the car is holding up nicely as well.



Firewall insulation will take a minute, trimming a little at a time. Ha, patience is key because I want to throw it in the trash.
As a distraction, I finished assembling the front seats (tracks, knobs, and such), and put them on a table on top of a table to get the seats up off the floor.
Attached Images
     
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-16-2024, 02:15 PM   #597
KevinK7
Senior Member
 
KevinK7's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Hudson Valley, New York
Posts: 649
Re: 67 Camaro Build

...gotta love the white accent band in the '67 deluxe seats, they look great!! (as or course does the rest of the car )
__________________
'68 C20 Utility 396 4sp (BuildThread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=806904 )
'68 C10 50th
KevinK7 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-16-2024, 03:11 PM   #598
joesscamaro
Registered User
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Newport, North Carolina
Posts: 638
Re: 67 Camaro Build

For your fuel line clamps...do you have a picture of what you're using? Are you using self-tapper screws directly to sheetmetal or welding studs and simply using a nut to secure?
joesscamaro is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-16-2024, 11:45 PM   #599
CAMAROBOY68SS
Senior Member

 
CAMAROBOY68SS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2022
Location: Hillsboro, Oregon
Posts: 471
Re: 67 Camaro Build

The finished seats look great, yeah I love the accent band the 67 deluxe covers had just sets off the interior.
__________________
The Twins:
1968 C10 SWB - Blue 327/5 Speed
1968 Camaro SS/RS - Blue 327/4speed

C10 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=833278

The "Others"
1933 Ford Pickup (Camaro in disguise)
2017 Camaro SS

Life long Chevy guy
CAMAROBOY68SS is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-20-2024, 08:39 AM   #600
7dee2
Registered User
 
7dee2's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Syracuse, Utah
Posts: 1,956
Re: 67 Camaro Build

Quote:
Originally Posted by KevinK7 View Post
...gotta love the white accent band in the '67 deluxe seats, they look great!! (as or course does the rest of the car )
Quote:
Originally Posted by CAMAROBOY68SS View Post
The finished seats look great, yeah I love the accent band the 67 deluxe covers had just sets off the interior.
Thanks, I appreciate it you guys! I thought keeping the black-and-white thing going with just a splash of red here and there would make for a sharp combination. Also, inheriting the interior kit over 10 years ago with the original project car played a part as well!

Quote:
Originally Posted by joesscamaro View Post
For your fuel line clamps...do you have a picture of what you're using? Are you using self-tapper screws directly to sheetmetal or welding studs and simply using a nut to secure?
Yes (see the link below), if memory serves, they’re #8 or #10? x1/2” stainless steel self-tapping screws. The install procedure has been to mark the location, drill, tap, and just prior to the final install a dab of paint in the hole. Not planning on this car ever really seeing much weather.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005R927IC...fed_asin_title

A few of these will be used as well where needed.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L49Y9LM...sin_title&th=1





The closest I could find to replacement moisture wicks (some of mine were missing) were those from Corvette Central. A little shorter than the original but I think they’ll do just fine. 2nd pic shows them installed with the crappy foam gaskets I had originally. The new molded taillight gaskets arrived and are much better.

https://www.corvettecentral.com/58-7...-pieces-491311

https://www.autometaldirect.com/tail...r-67-68-camaro
Attached Images
    
__________________
Brett
67 Camaro SS: 67 Camaro Build
72 Cheyenne/C10 Super 115" Fleetside: 72 C10 Build
72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" Longhorn DRW: 72 K30 Build SOLD

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2
7dee2 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 10:43 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Copyright 1997-2022 67-72chevytrucks.com