1986 Berlinetta 305 V8
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From: Muskogee, Oklahoma
Car: 1986 Berlinetta Camaro
Engine: 350 SWAP
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: Stock
1986 Berlinetta 305 V8
I don't know why all you guys are putting your camaro's up for the winter ^^ I plan on driving my all the way to York, Pennsylvania =] Anyway I'm doing some tune ups and " body " work & what not =D Leaving December 12th, 1200 miles? I don't doubt my bitchy camaro 1 bit haha....
What Ive done to it:
New Alternator
New Solenoid
All New Rubber Hoses
Pretty New Tires, got em back in 07 but still havent put many miles on them
New wiring up to solenoid/starter
New Rotors & brake pads
New thermostat
Need to replace the transmission filter this week, thats gonna be fun =o
Anyway it needs a new grill the original one rotted out XD & I also need to replace the drivers side fog light..
Anyway my plans are to have it completely stripped and primered before December rolls in....





What Ive done to it:
New Alternator
New Solenoid
All New Rubber Hoses
Pretty New Tires, got em back in 07 but still havent put many miles on them
New wiring up to solenoid/starter
New Rotors & brake pads
New thermostat
Need to replace the transmission filter this week, thats gonna be fun =o
Anyway it needs a new grill the original one rotted out XD & I also need to replace the drivers side fog light..
Anyway my plans are to have it completely stripped and primered before December rolls in....





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From: RI
Car: 1989 GTA
Engine: 5.7 350
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.23
Re: 1986 Berlinetta 305 V8
Besides the obvious checks of the oil, trans fluid, and coolant, you might also want to crawl under the car and do a quick visual check. Make sure there are no rust spots that might become a problem when winter and the salt and snow roll in. also check the joints and bushings for rot and wear. Either way you seem to be in good shape. Time to put some serious miles on that thing
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Re: 1986 Berlinetta 305 V8
Just get rid of that terrible towel and you'll be in good shape lol. Good luck on your trip.
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From: Muskogee, Oklahoma
Car: 1986 Berlinetta Camaro
Engine: 350 SWAP
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: Stock
Re: 1986 Berlinetta 305 V8
Besides the obvious checks of the oil, trans fluid, and coolant, you might also want to crawl under the car and do a quick visual check. Make sure there are no rust spots that might become a problem when winter and the salt and snow roll in. also check the joints and bushings for rot and wear. Either way you seem to be in good shape. Time to put some serious miles on that thing

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From: Lower Burrell, Pa
Car: 86 Iroc-Z28 Camaro/84 BMW M Power
Engine: 350TPI/ S50
Transmission: t-5 five speed/ 5 speed
Axle/Gears: 3.42 posi/ 3.73LSD
Re: 1986 Berlinetta 305 V8
Go Steeler!!!!! The Terrible Tower gives it 20% more power. You can't get ride of your biggest performance mode. LOL.
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Car: 1986 Berlinetta Camaro
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Re: 1986 Berlinetta 305 V8
Ok now I got halfway through exchanging the transmission filter ^^ Messy as hell & I will prob have more pics up tomorrow, yay! Currently stripping the hatch anyway, peace!
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Car: 1986 Berlinetta Camaro
Engine: 350 SWAP
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: Stock
Re: 1986 Berlinetta 305 V8
Anyway this update may be crappy but I been busy with school then grams lol
So you know when your working on something and just somehow 1 bolt goes missing, 1! I swear my transmission filter change should of been fininshed by now lol.....So I have to go buy a bolt tomorrow argh..
Anyway heres some photos, they arent great but will do ti'll tomorrow or so;
Good tread ;D

Bout due for another change

Wheels are a major pain in the *** XD

Valve seal leaks, pretty easy fix I suppose

Stuff

Plan on getting on of these grills
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/82-83...Q5fAccessories
Anyway after I get that last bolt in tomorrow lets hope that fixes some things ^^ If not I guess I'll just get the transmission rebuilt vice versa =D
So you know when your working on something and just somehow 1 bolt goes missing, 1! I swear my transmission filter change should of been fininshed by now lol.....So I have to go buy a bolt tomorrow argh..
Anyway heres some photos, they arent great but will do ti'll tomorrow or so;
Good tread ;D

Bout due for another change

Wheels are a major pain in the *** XD

Valve seal leaks, pretty easy fix I suppose

Stuff

Plan on getting on of these grills
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/82-83...Q5fAccessories
Anyway after I get that last bolt in tomorrow lets hope that fixes some things ^^ If not I guess I'll just get the transmission rebuilt vice versa =D
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Car: 1986 Berlinetta Camaro
Engine: 350 SWAP
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: Stock
Re: 1986 Berlinetta 305 V8
Ok well good news that fixed my transmission problems ^^ It shifts alot smoother now =] Bad news a ticking problem coming from the engine and it doesnt exactly run smooth hmmmm, posted in the technically forum, couldn't find anything in the search
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