–General
This1968 Chevrolet Camaro coupe is a fresh restoration with an eye-catchingtwin-turbo LS3 and beautiful Admiral Blue paint. The build combined custom fabricationeverywhere with attention to detail for an impressive build that can be shown, daily driven, or tracked. The car was finished in 2022 and has just enoughmiles to check for bugs and complete some finishing touches.
–Engine
The engine is an aluminum LS3 at 416cubic inches (6.8L) with all forged internals and thick deck AFR aluminum heads. A twin turbo system uses custom TIG welded stainless exhaust manifolds, Precision turbos, twinTurbosmart BOV and Waste gates, and a huge Treadstone intercooler. Engine is controlled with a Corvette ECM. No emissions equipment is installed, and aMighty Mouse catch can is plumbed to a valve cover and intake. Theserpentine belt has typical occasional LS3 belt squeal. Exhaust is all stainless with straight throughmufflers. Fuelis held in a 20-gallon aluminum tank with foam and a baffled pickup. Fuel delivery uses an external mounted AeromotiveA1000 pump. From there Aeromotive pre and post filters, boost referencedregulator, aluminum hard lines, and braided hoses, go to a FAST intake, with InjectorDynamics ID1000 Injectors. Cooling is accomplished with an oversized Griffinaluminum radiator and dual electric fans. Initial dyno tune for break in made 583 rwhp or ~700 crank hp on 4.5 psi. More boost is possible if desired.
–Drivetrain
Power is fed through a T56 Magnum close ratio 6 speed transmissionvia a McLeod RST twin disc clutch. A customaluminum driveshaft connects to a 9″ Ford rear with 3.89 gears andTrueTrac limited slip. Power steering pump was adjusted to match output pressureto the rack and pinion. Four-wheel disc brakesuse Wilwood 6 piston front calipers and 4 piston rear calipers with parkingbrake. Dual master cylinders allow adjustable front/rear brake bias. Brake lines are Nickel-Copper hard lines withbraided hoses at the wheels.
–Suspension
Suspension was upgraded with an aftermarket front subframe with C5Corvette A-arms and adjustable QA1 coil overs. In the rear truck arms with coil springs and Carerra shocks put powerdown smoothly.
–Exterior
The shell was blasted with any rust 100% repaired with new metaland all seams sealed. The body isstraight and smooth with excellent gaps. Color is AdmiralBlue (also called Opulent blue). Body workand paint was done professionally using quality materials and extra deep clearcoat. The SS hood was smoothedand front and rear spoilers are both installed. One reproduction wiper arm has a bad spline and needs to be replaced. Front fenders are from 67 without sidemarkers and the fuel filler has been smoothed. Wheels are polished aluminum Budnik M5s. Rubber is 275/40ZR17 BF Goodrich g-Force T/A KD front and 315/35ZR17 NittoNT555 G2 rear.
–Interior
Bodymodifications included custom inner fenders, huge rear wheel tubs, 6 point TIGwelded chromoly cage, custom dash, recessed firewall, and raised transmissiontunnel. Seating is two Corbeau recliningbuckets on sliders with 4-point retractable harnesses. A headliner will need to be installed, ifdesired. Comforts include power windows, Vintage Air heat and A/C, dimming rearview mirror, and remote mounted late model wiper motor with park and delay. Steering is managed with an aftermarket 3spoke wheel and stainless tilt column. Blackcarpet is installed front to back over lightweight Dynamat sounddeadening. Black door panels and sailpanels are fitted along with new aluminum door sills.
–Electrical
Wiringis all new including the body, under dash, and engine harnesses. An Optima red top battery is mounted in thetrunk and connected with heavy gauge cables. The LED headlights are a huge upgrade for appearance and safety. A master kill switch can be setup for accessexternally at the rear if needed for track use. Autometer gauges include tach, speedo, fuel level, fuel pressure, voltage, coolant temp, oil temp, oil pressure, boost, a dual wide-bands. Carling rockerswitches for windows and other functions are center mounted. All gauges and switches are installed withcustom black anodized aluminum panels. Groundsare wired to ground blocks for reliability.
–Other details
Original Fisher bodytag is included. This Camaro wasoriginally paint code HH (Grecian Green) and Trim code 712 (Black vinyl). Build date code 10B October 2ndweek. Assembly plant and body numbercode NOR26403. VIN is 124378N326608.Restoration just completed in 2022. This car shows as a fresh restoration witheverything brand new and always draws compliments. Part invoices and manuals are included. Totaloriginal miles unknown with 1,010 miles since restoration. Sale is with a cleanNew York transferable registration.
Payment method: After deposit, balance by bank wire transfer prior to pick up in Corning NY.
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Price: Auction
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Location: Painted Post, New York, United States
