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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: My 82 Z28 revival. Lots of pics

Well I never finished updating this thread so figured I would show some completed pics.
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Forum: Wheels and Tires

08-07-2020, 03:40 PM

Replies: 10

My New Set of 17/15 Weld S77's

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

My New Set of 17/15 Weld S77's

Well after a long time of dreaming about having a set I finally was able to buy a set of Weld S77's. I ended up going with 17x7's in the front with 4.5 bs (to also fit a 4th gen when I buy one in the...

Forum: Wheels and Tires

08-07-2020, 03:28 PM

Replies: 7

Fitting C4 ZR1s on a 4th gen rear axle

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Fitting C4 ZR1s on a 4th gen rear axle

I ran a full set of 17x9.5 C4 ZR1's on my car for many many years and then swapped the rears out to the 17x11s when I did the 4th gen rear. I can probably answer most of the questions you have if you...

Forum: Interior

08-07-2020, 03:16 PM

Replies: 6

My Custom Dash for Holley 6.86

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

My Custom Dash for Holley 6.86

So after doing the Holley Sniper upgrade I figured it would be nice to have the Holley dash to match and be able to display everything from the Holley Sniper on a bigger screen. The normal 7 inch...

Forum: Members Camaros

03-15-2019, 03:57 PM

Replies: 27

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: My 82 Z28 revival. Lots of pics

Its hard to believe its the same car still. Its crazy what double the power and a third pedal can do to bring back the fun in a car again.

Here's some more pics of the engine bay and the new 4"...

Forum: Members Camaros

03-14-2019, 08:14 PM

Replies: 27

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: My 82 Z28 revival. Lots of pics

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Forum: Members Camaros

03-12-2019, 07:05 PM

Replies: 27

Views: 6,338

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: My 82 Z28 revival. Lots of pics

Haven't updated this post in quite a while but now that there's a lot more progress I figured it this was a good place to continue.
After driving the car for 10 years with the factory 305/TH200c...

Forum: Engine Swap

06-11-2017, 12:39 AM

Replies: 3

383/T56 swap. Finally

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: 383/T56 swap. Finally

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Forum: Engine Swap

06-01-2017, 05:57 PM

Replies: 3

383/T56 swap. Finally

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

383/T56 swap. Finally

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05-11-2017, 05:45 PM

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New wheel setup! XXR 526 deep dish

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: New wheel setup! XXR 526 deep dish

Wow those look awesome. Nice choice

Forum: Members Camaros

05-10-2017, 10:40 PM

Replies: 27

Views: 6,338

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: My 82 Z28 revival. Lots of pics

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Forum: Members Camaros

05-03-2017, 12:06 PM

Replies: 5

Moved Post

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: 82 Camaro 383/T56 Build. Finally

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Forum: Members Camaros

05-03-2017, 12:01 PM

Replies: 5

Moved Post

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: 82 Camaro 383/T56 Build. Finally

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Forum: Members Camaros

05-02-2017, 11:16 PM

Replies: 5

Moved Post

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

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Forum: Wheels and Tires

01-15-2013, 09:26 PM

Replies: 33

Views: 13,738

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Got my new rims on! 17x9.5 C4 ZR1

They're a great looking tire and they grip the road very well for cornering. Straight line traction is pretty bad though. Other than that i'm very happy with them.

Forum: Suspension and Chassis

12-01-2012, 03:41 PM

Replies: 12

wonder bar install

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: wonder bar install

Makes no difference. I drove mine up on ramps and had it done in about 5 minutes.

Forum: Wheels and Tires

11-29-2012, 06:31 PM

Replies: 7

Wheel Spacers

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Wheel Spacers

I bought my spacers through an ebay seller called lugs-n-stuff. I had no problems whatsoever with the transaction, they shipped as soon as they received payment, and most importantly i'm very happy...

Forum: Wheels and Tires

11-18-2012, 09:01 PM

Replies: 5

Mounting stubborn tires

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Mounting stubborn tires

Lube/soap the piss out of the bead to get it to slide on better. Push down hard on the part you can get under the lip of the rim and keep applying pressure until it slips on. It takes quite a bit of...

Forum: Wheels and Tires

11-18-2012, 08:46 PM

Replies: 33

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Got my new rims on! 17x9.5 C4 ZR1

Cal, thank you for the pics. It's nice to have something to compare to. Still not set on which springs ill use, but I can confidently say it won't have the stock ride height come next summer....

Forum: Wheels and Tires

09-28-2012, 01:32 PM

Replies: 33

Views: 13,738

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Got my new rims on! 17x9.5 C4 ZR1

Thank you for the compliments! The car was repainted in the late 80s and was then put away in a garage until 2007, so thats what kept it looking very new. When i took it out i wet sanded and buffed...

SEPTEMBER COTM **WINNER**

09-22-2012, 12:47 PM

Replies: 37

Views: 23,105

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: SEPTEMBER COTM **WINNER**

congrats man! I love the look of those rims.

Forum: Members Camaros

07-03-2012, 05:38 PM

Replies: 250

Post pics of the rare colors and heritage cars!!!!

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Post pics of the rare colors and heritage cars!!!!

Would love to see a picture!

Forum: Wheels and Tires

06-27-2012, 11:04 PM

Replies: 33

Views: 13,738

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Got my new rims on! 17x9.5 C4 ZR1

Here's a few more pictures for those interested

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Forum: Wheels and Tires

06-27-2012, 11:01 PM

Replies: 33

Views: 13,738

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Got my new rims on! 17x9.5 C4 ZR1

As far as ride quality i've noticed no difference between the 2 setups. I figured the ride would be a lot more harsh with the smaller sidewalls, but thats definitely not the case.

Now, the...

06-26-2012, 07:23 PM

Replies: 26

Blacked out headlight buckets

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Blacked out headlight buckets

That looks good, got a before pic?

Forum: Wheels and Tires

06-26-2012, 04:39 PM

Replies: 33

Views: 13,738

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Got my new rims on! 17x9.5 C4 ZR1

I've debated lowering the car, which might finally happen this summer. If i do, i'll most likely go with eibach prokit springs. I don't want to have to worry about scraping everywhere i drive.
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Forum: Wheels and Tires

06-23-2012, 12:23 PM

Replies: 33

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Got my new rims on! 17x9.5 C4 ZR1

Bolted right on with no problems. Clearance in the front is pretty close, but the rears have a couple inches of room all the way around

Forum: Members Camaros

06-21-2012, 11:41 PM

Replies: 27

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: My 82 Z28 revival. Lots of pics

A few updates have occurred since i last posted. I got rid of my hooker muffler and tips, and got an 80 series with factory looking tips. I also got my new rims on, 17x9.5 C4 ZR1 wrapped in 275/40/17...

Forum: Wheels and Tires

06-21-2012, 09:48 PM

Replies: 33

Views: 13,738

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Got my new rims on! 17x9.5 C4 ZR1

Ordered my rims from OE Wheels and i couldn't be happier. I used 2 inch spacers in the rear and 2.25 inch spacers in the front. I went with 17x9.5 all the way around wrapped in 275/40/17 Sumitomo's....

Forum: Exhaust

06-11-2012, 04:20 PM

Replies: 34

Hooker vs Flowmaster

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Hooker vs Flowmaster

Thats weird that the 80 series sounded tame. Did you have stock manifolds and a cat?

Forum: Exhaust

06-10-2012, 09:48 PM

Replies: 34

Hooker vs Flowmaster

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Hooker vs Flowmaster

I've had both setups on my car, and the flowmaster muffler sounds waaaay better to me. The hooker is what i had first, but after 1 summer i got rid of it becuase i wanted something a lot more...

06-08-2012, 05:27 PM

Replies: 211

22s and up??

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: 22s and up??

Um, actually stock DOES turn heads, and it DOES win car shows. Huge rims turn heads for the wrong reason

Forum: Tech / General Engine

05-05-2012, 02:38 AM

Replies: 1

What could this noise be?

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

What could this noise be?

I recently helped my friend refresh his motor with all new gaskets, valve stem seals, cam and lifters. After all the rockers were adjusted, the motor seemed to be quiet, but there is a mystery...

04-18-2012, 05:36 PM

Replies: 607

best non fbody that compliments your thirdgen

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: best non fbody that compliments your thirdgen

a camaro always looks good next to a ford :)

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Forum: Exhaust

04-18-2012, 12:10 PM

Replies: 9

Headers...BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK???

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Headers...BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK???

Flowtechs are probably the cheapest headers, but keep in mind you get what you pay for. You're also going to need a y pipe to go with your headers, so budget for that as well.

That being said,...

Forum: Exhaust

04-11-2012, 01:06 PM

Replies: 4

New Exhaust Sound What to Expect?

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: New Exhaust Sound What to Expect?

80 series with 3" in and 3" out if you wanna use your magnaflow tips

Full new exhaust - hooker headers, y-pipe and cat-back

04-02-2012, 01:48 PM

Replies: 29

Looking for photos

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Looking for photos

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Forum: Exhaust

03-25-2012, 05:45 PM

Replies: 15

Hooker 2460 Copmpetition headers

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Hooker 2460 Copmpetition headers

I had no problems installing mine and went in quite easily from the top. However, all my smog equipment is removed.

Forum: Exhaust

03-25-2012, 05:40 PM

Replies: 4

Views: 2,728

Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Full new exhaust - hooker headers, y-pipe and cat-back

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Forum: Exhaust

03-25-2012, 05:37 PM

Replies: 4

Full new exhaust - hooker headers, y-pipe and cat-back

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Full new exhaust - hooker headers, y-pipe and cat-back

I had a little trouble sliding the I-pipe into the over axle piece, but warming it up with a blow torch solved that problem pretty easily. Other than that I had zero problems with everything lining...

Forum: Exhaust

03-23-2012, 05:20 PM

Replies: 4

Full new exhaust - hooker headers, y-pipe and cat-back

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: Full new exhaust - hooker headers, y-pipe and cat-back

The setup I have on my car is 2460 headers and y pipe, and 16820 catback.
Now to make sense of everything, the 16767 y pipe goes with the 2460 headers which goes down to 2.5 inches, and will delete...

Forum: Exhaust

03-07-2012, 01:46 AM

Replies: 4

LG4 Headers Power Increase?

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Posted By Camaro82Z28

Re: LG4 Headers Power Increase?

You're not gonna see a huge increase in power, maybe 10 hp or so, but you'll definitely notice the difference. I have pretty much the exact same setup as you and felt a good increase in top end pull...