1966 Chevelle LSA/ZL1 install - Page 3

kwhizz · 10-06-2013, 02:30 PM

I got the trans installed today (from the bottom) and it ended up that having the Dirty Dingo slide mounts worked out pretty good as I needed a little more clearance in the bellhousing area so I just slid the engine forward about an inch and gained all the room I needed............I also took the stock crossmember and bolted it up to the trans ......Cool.....Just need to drill some new holes in the frame when it hits the sweet spot....LOL......although we are pretty close right now.......I also have plenty of room with the 4L70E trans to shim the trans mount to get the correct drivetrain angle later..........Too Cool!!!........Time for a Nap!!!

Sven59 · 10-06-2013, 05:19 PM

Very nice, I am wondering how long before a modern ZL1 driveline is put in a 69 Camaro?

Dukeboy01 · 10-06-2013, 05:30 PM

Awesome. Can't wait to see the finished build.

Oneslowz28 · 10-06-2013, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Sven59

Very nice, I am wondering how long before a modern ZL1 driveline is put in a 69 Camaro?

Im sure Mark Stielow is working on that once he gets his new house situated and wedding.

Im having car envy on this one. I thought my 78 build was crazy. Nice work man!!

1badtie · 10-06-2013, 08:32 PM

That's going to be badass

Irishmic · 10-06-2013, 08:50 PM

Nice build..thanks for sharing

monicatomokc · 10-06-2013, 09:43 PM

Well, I've got to say it brought some tears to my eyes to see that motor come out of that car.

I'm just one of those old-farts that would have a difficult time (except for those suspension/brakes changes), making the major changes you have going here.

I will never forget getting the call from McManus Chevrolet (67th (South) Western, Chicago) saying they were just unloading it off the truck back in April 1966. I couldn't get there fast enough... I envy you and the fun you must be having with this transformation. Best of luck!!

Irishmic · 10-06-2013, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by monicatomokc

Well, I've got to say it brought some tears to my eyes to see that motor come out of that car.

I'm just one of those old-farts that would have a difficult time (except for those suspension/brakes changes), making the major changes you have going here.

I will never forget getting the call from McManus Chevrolet (67th (South) Western, Chicago) saying they were just unloading it off the truck back in April 1966. I couldn't get there fast enough... I envy you and the fun you must be having with this transformation. Best of luck!!

Well said......those new motors will never sound as good as the old Big Blocks !!

Black cherry LS6 · 10-06-2013, 10:11 PM

It will be one nice car when you are done! Will this be your ride next year at the Muscle Car Aventures? It will be nice to see it in person.

Modern07 · 10-06-2013, 10:55 PM

Awesome Build

IOM Black Diamond · 10-06-2013, 11:36 PM

Very nice build.

SamHouseIII · 10-06-2013, 11:45 PM

Sweet!!! Following this one!!

kwhizz · 10-07-2013, 05:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Black cherry LS6

It will be one nice car when you are done! Will this be your ride next year at the Muscle Car Aventures? It will be nice to see it in person.

Yep!!............And Next years Power Tour.....

Ken

kwhizz · 10-07-2013, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by **********

Im sure Mark Stielow is working on that once he gets his new house situated and wedding.

Im having car envy on this one. I thought my 78 build was crazy. Nice work man!!

Mark has already built two LS9 powered 69's and one 67.......and is completing another 69 LS9 combo for himself.......

Ken

10-06-2013, 05:19 PM	#30
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10-06-2013, 09:43 PM	#35
monicatomokc Drives: 2014 Corvette 2021 Tahoe Z71 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 195	Well, I've got to say it brought some tears to my eyes to see that motor come out of that car. I'm just one of those old-farts that would have a difficult time (except for those suspension/brakes changes), making the major changes you have going here. I will never forget getting the call from McManus Chevrolet (67th (South) Western, Chicago) saying they were just unloading it off the truck back in April 1966. I couldn't get there fast enough... I envy you and the fun you must be having with this transformation. Best of luck!! __________________

10-06-2013, 10:11 PM	#37
Black cherry LS6 Drives: '70 LS6, '70 Judge, '13 ZL1 Nickey Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: WI. Posts: 46 View My Garage	It will be one nice car when you are done! Will this be your ride next year at the Muscle Car Aventures? It will be nice to see it in person. __________________ Toys: 2013 Summit White ZL1 w/Nickey Stage II 1970 Black Cherry Chevelle LS6 1970 Orbit Orange GTO Judge Ram Air III

10-06-2013, 10:55 PM	#38
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10-06-2013, 02:30 PM	#29
kwhizz Drives: 60's Muscle Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Kenosha, Wi Posts: 196	I got the trans installed today (from the bottom) and it ended up that having the Dirty Dingo slide mounts worked out pretty good as I needed a little more clearance in the bellhousing area so I just slid the engine forward about an inch and gained all the room I needed............I also took the stock crossmember and bolted it up to the trans ......Cool.....Just need to drill some new holes in the frame when it hits the sweet spot....LOL......although we are pretty close right now.......I also have plenty of room with the 4L70E trans to shim the trans mount to get the correct drivetrain angle later..........Too Cool!!!........Time for a Nap!!!

10-06-2013, 05:30 PM	#31
Dukeboy01 Drives: 2002 Camaro SS; 2001 Silverado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Kentucky Posts: 205	Awesome. Can't wait to see the finished build.

10-06-2013, 08:50 PM	#34
Irishmic Drives: 2014 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: NH Posts: 335	Nice build..thanks for sharing

10-06-2013, 11:36 PM	#39
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10-06-2013, 11:45 PM	#40
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