I know we do this periodically, but it's time again for an update.
Besides the fact that we all own the ultimate dream car here, there are a lot of other cool cars out there too.
What are your other favorite cars or projects besides the C3 Shark(s)?
If all you have are C3 sharks or projects...then here is the other question.
What is your C3 car/project? Any new projects to get ready for the 2002 driving season???

I'll start.
-Just got an 86 IROC-Z Camaro, because I've always liked them. It's a dark blue metallic coupe, no T-tops unfortunately, but it was tuned port fuel injected and had a 700R4 and a 3.23 rear.
The 305 was shot after 140,000 miles, so I pulled the 355 out of my 68 Corvette, bolted on the tuned port injection, and dropped it into the IROC. It runs great with the more modern fuelie set up, but I hate the single exhaust. So next project after the ratchetting shifter is to build a custom dual exhaust exiting in front of the rear tires.

-So what about the 68 Corvette? I'm in the middle of converting it to a big block. I built a very well built 427 big block with a 454 4-bolt block and all forged parts. Power is in the 600-something hp range (sealevel) and 600 bl-ft range. It's done, but the M20 Muncie is inadequate. I'm studying other options. I may have to run the M20 GENTLY while the motor breaks in, and then go shopping for a Rock Crusher, or save my money for a Jerico. Really, what else will stand up to 600 lb-ft?

-We also have a 68 Firebird that I built a torque monster, 10:1 455 for. The engine runs fabulously. However, it has developed a smoking problem. I haven't determined the source of the smoke yet. I don't think it's oil smoke, it looks more whitish and not that blue. It's not a huge smoking problem, only after a full throttle run and then smokes at cruising. I suspect a compromised head gasket. Anyway, this car is the family pro-street drag racer. It's capable of 110 mph, mid 13 quarters at 5,800 feet in altitude, on street tires and 3.08 gears. Now that's torque!
Don't worry, the development continues. 3.90 Ford 9-inch is in its future, 275/50R-15 drag radials, and maybe better forged rods and a roller cam.
Oh, and, it's gonna get a 200-hp NOS system.
It's so fun to beat up on ricer Hondas and supercharged Grand Prix GTP's.
Have not had the pleasure of running a Viper though.

So let's hear about your projects!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Summer's coming. Whatcha building???
:cool:

 

Projects?

Too many of them, and too many fun things to help me procrastinate

Lets see:
1) Write an Tech Report and work experience so I can get my CET(Certified Engineering Technologist) designation.
2) I am designing a shifter for a 4 speed.
3)French doors and deck for the backyard(planning stage----meaning no money for it yet)
4)Finishing the nursery for the rugrat thats on the way
5) rebuilding the vettes and another starter.
6)Replacing clutch disk on vette(not started, too damn cold on the garage floor.
7)Looking for a better job
8) Get rid of all of the **** and Tube wire in my house.
9) just finished rebuilding the front suspension of my truck--- PIA if you have an IFS GMC 4X4

I think that is it right now, but I am at work so the wife hasn't been able to give me any more.

 

For the last 1 1/2 years I've been building a 34 Ford from a kit I bought. It's been a long and costly learning experience but I've been having a blast, or at least that's what I keep telling myself. :lol:

Yesterday was the first that I ever drove the car. I actually got it licensed and insured a ways back and finally got it to the point where I was able to go for a little test drive. Ok, so there was no windshield, windows, top, or seatbelts or interior in it yet, but it was a test drive. I took it for a couple mile spin around the neighborhood. Have to say it felt real good.

Hope to get it into the body shopp in the next couple of months so I can get some cruising in this summer. Then again, it's been so nice out including today, I may go uncover the vette and give it a rinse and go for a cruise.




[Modified by 78Vette-SA, 6:52 PM 2/24/2002]

 

Ok lets see -- after confiring with 3 of the guys on here I talk to and have the highest regard for, MountainMotor aka "Oh god like one", MotorHead aka "I can squeeze another hp out of her", and SuperFast aka "not married yet so better get that bb finished" I have a list finally:
1. sidepipes - thanks 7782, they are great
2. Performer Intake/cleanup/headers - MotorHead
3. Heads/cam/etc. etc. - MountainMotor
4.inspiration to go fast - SuperFast
5. take the clutch apart to find out why I need a left leg the size of Arnold's to depress it


[Modified by gdh, 2:14 PM 2/24/2002]

 

well.... a few friends and I are designing an building an open-wheeled formula-style racecar to compete in the FSAE event this May.

here is a current photo of the frame with suspension:


this is our design work:



i also built a ROV submersible last term for a design course. it is pretty cool.



[Modified by Turbo-Jet, 11:48 AM 2/24/2002]

 

For my Vette:
I have to take the 6 speed shifter out & and send it back to LONG for a rebuild.
Will probably put an aftermarket AC kit in so i can drive it throught the summer.
Been having thought of carbon fiber driveshaft & half-shafts!
Hopefully this year it will do a 10.99 quarter mile time, then on to some road racing.

The other 2 cars I have been playing with are Audi turbos..one is the Audi TT:



Only time I took it to the track I ran 14.9...not bad for a lil 4 banger.

The other Audi is the daily driver, its called the allroad:



I haven't been to the track yet, but this thing has been doing consistent 5-5.5 sec 0-60 with the Gtech and one 13.8 on the G-tech...its a very fun sleeper to drive...2.7liter twin turbo, 6 speed, 310hp/370tq. Just waiting for some aftermarket downpipes to become available and then I'll have 350hp...you should see the look on the ricers faces when they get passed by the "wagon"

 

Why is it that I always have 3 or 4 projects at the same time on the vette. Right now I'm replacing the rag joint. While doing that, I'm also replacing the seals on the steering gear. Also replacing leaking gaskets on the headers and just ordered new(used) adjustable strut rods. Just finished installing a Bazooka base tube last week and getting my convertible top frame restored right now and hoping to get new top installed next month. Just finished electric fan install and rebuilding the starter in the last month too. I sort of wish I could finish a project and just drive the car for awhile.

Regards,

Jim

 

Well, when I'm not wirebrushing rust off the '70 frame I'm working on the '87. Mostly I'm just detailing that car - it's not in need of anything major at the moment. Or else i'm gophering for Greg while he works on his '65 Hot Rod project. :) ~Juliet

 

I'm building a Speed Pro fuel injected 540 for my '68. From the outside, the car will look completely stock. I'm also installing Steeroids rack and pinion steering and a Richmond 5-speed. HP should be around 650+.

The guy doing the manifold conversion just finished my Victor Jr. This sucker fits under the stock BB hood (just barely!)




-Joe



[Modified by Flareside, 5:02 PM 2/24/2002]

 

I've been spending way too much time/money on the C5. I am waiting for warmer weather to install my Brey-Krause harness bar and Sparco 6 point harnesses, and my Doug Rippie front brake ducts. Then come a new set of rotors and a set of Performance Friction PFC99 brake pads - All this to prepare for a weekend track day at Road America in April. In March, the car goes in to Agostino Racing for heads/cam/LS6 intake and headers.

The '70 needs (I think) new head gaskets, so the heads will be coming off this spring. Then I plan on looking for a new shark to replace the '70 - this time I'm planning on buying one that someone else has already spent all the money on. I love working on it, but I just don't have the time to finish all the projects that need doing on this car. So finding the perfect chrome bumper convertible will be the most fun project... :D



[Modified by 70L46, 5:05 PM 2/24/2002]

 

Working on this 1954 International Step side pickup for my 16 yr old son. Has 56k miles on it. Converted it to disc brakes, put on some Ford Ranger wheels. In the process of painting it black. Will have flames when done.

 

1.) Just got the rag top for the '72 Blazer back from the upholstery shop after adding a couple of new zippers in the back - just in time for the marginal radiator to cross over to "gotta-be-replaced" - so new radiator/waterpump/belts and hoses to get ready for summer. Maybe try spraying a little new paint myself.

2.) been gathering parts to refurbish the 10 year old restification on my '67 elCamino - gonna upgrade to disc. brakes possibly exhaust manifolds on the 454 - tranny rebuild - new wheels and a few other goodies, maybe paint

3.) getting the '65 Impala ready for sale to finance an as-much-as-needed rear end rebuild on the "nothing fancy"'77.......

oh yeah and all the house hold "honey do's" my wife (who wants and is gonna have a new house this year) has for me to do...

 

Building a 12 foot diameter contemporary style fountain for thecenter of our circle driveway. It's been planned from day one and the last thing to complete outside!!!!! :D The base concrete is in and I've roughed in the plumbing and electric.

For the Vette, I'm rebuilding the front nose and doing some custom work while I'm at it . . . I'm going to post more about it later tonight.

 

Put on my loaner carb that Lars sent me.
If that takes care of my problem, set up my old carb the same way.

 

projects? I own a C3 -- that say's enough right there !

Finished:
Front susension rebuild
Rear spring - conversion to mono-composite spring
Steering system - find that damn growl and why it's so hard to turn
Electric fan conversion
R&R Radiator - recored and cleaned.
CD Player install.
Electrical / emissions hose cleanup. Get rid of 1/2 dozen wires and hoses that don't do a damn thing.
Rear speaker box install
Engine swap - L-48 to ZZ4.
Transmission swap - 350C to 700R4.
Front suspension upgrade -- stock - 550Lb springs
Fix front suspension upgrade - 550Lb springs to 460Lb springs
Fix Fixed front suspension upgrade - remove one coil to fix ride height.

To be done:
Install headers, dual converters, dual exhaust.
Install 3.73 rear gear assembly
Install new rear bearings
Install new rear u-joints
Install new t-arm bushings
Install new shocks -- all the way around
Install new end link bushings.
Remove spare tire carrier and clean rear end housing area.
Install rotors that do not have 100,000 miles on them (without being ever removed)
Attend National Corvette Caravaan and 50th Anniv. festivites in Bowling Green.
Drink beer.

 

I'm in the process of installing new side yoke in the diferential. I got the yokes Saturday and I ordered new rubber and urethane bushings. :smash: :smash:

 

1. studying for my PE (Professional Engineer) exam
2. working on my Masters degree part time
3. taking care of my new kid (that's in itself is a full time job)
4. working 50+ hrs a a week
5. building a computer desk to match our entertainment center
6. trying to find time in between all of these to gut the '71s vacuum system

it that enough? I need to clone myself... :p: :p:


[Modified by Monkeywrench, 8:09 AM 2/25/2002]

 

I have a 67 Karmann Ghia I'm replacing rusted panels. As well as 63 ChevyII 2dr That is while I'm waiting for parts for the 76 Vette. Deleted the pictures as they were a little big.


[Modified by paso, 7:48 AM 2/25/2002]


[Modified by paso, 8:01 AM 2/25/2002]

 

MoMo:

Two words....BIG BLOCK. That's my project, that's where all my money has been going. It's finally starting to take shape, and I have almost everything I need for the engine. Hopefully it will be done soon... :)

 

Lets see,

First tracing my wiring short

Put back in the interior

Clean and repaint the engine

A good days work :yesnod:

Thant was a joke :D

Tom