Detroit Speed 1987 Camaro Test Car 2.0
08-25-2017, 06:26 PM
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Re: Detroit Speed 1987 Camaro Test Car 2.0
Testing was a success Today!
https://youtu.be/d6Dn0PYij5A
https://youtu.be/d6Dn0PYij5A
08-25-2017, 06:28 PM
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08-28-2017, 11:37 PM
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Re: Detroit Speed 1987 Camaro Test Car 2.0
... Jesus that thing sounds mean !!!! ... Looks like SO much fun !!!! ...
... any complaints so far ?? ... it's looks like it's got tons of power through the turns ...
08-29-2017, 10:05 AM
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It's going to be a rowdy road course car. We'll see how it does at LS Fest...
08-29-2017, 10:05 AM
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It's going to be a rowdy road course car. We'll see how it does at LS Fest...
08-31-2017, 11:00 AM
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Studio Photos are live...
08-31-2017, 11:11 AM
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I think you need to offer up a contest or something for a member to test drive it...
That is a bad *** car. Looks great.
That is a bad *** car. Looks great.
08-31-2017, 11:43 AM
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We also have this video from Destination Garage on the car while we were testing at CMP.
08-31-2017, 07:39 PM
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Thank you for thinking of us to make this thread and taking time to do updates. It has been fun to follow. 
09-14-2017, 08:40 AM
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Just a quick update before the car heads to F-Body Nationals this weekend...
The car ran fantastic throughout LS Fest as we made some suspension adjustments and worked on the tune. We were also very pleased at the 1/4 Mile where we laid down a 11.116 @ 130.9mph on our 3rd pass.
Here is a video of the high RPM action...
The car ran fantastic throughout LS Fest as we made some suspension adjustments and worked on the tune. We were also very pleased at the 1/4 Mile where we laid down a 11.116 @ 130.9mph on our 3rd pass.
Here is a video of the high RPM action...
09-15-2017, 12:35 AM
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Quite the howl from that thing. Sounds great!
What clutch do you use?
What clutch do you use?
09-15-2017, 07:39 AM
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Another quick video of the autocross at NCM Motorsports park.
09-15-2017, 09:17 AM
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So now we wait for a head to head to head to head of four generations of DSE Camaros.
09-15-2017, 08:06 PM
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I just checked out some of the videos... That is the most BadAss 3rd Gen Camaro on the planet. An 88 S/C on top of that.
Thanks for the Thread and videos,keep them coming.
Thanks for the Thread and videos,keep them coming.
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What roll cage did you guys use? I like the simplicity of it. I assume it's 1-3/4 DOM?
10-16-2017, 01:49 PM
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Re: Detroit Speed 1988 Camaro Test Car 2.0
All of the bulkhead locations are using Brown & Miller AN fittings rather than double flares, so leaks are not a concern in that department. As far as the underside of the car, we had the entire thing blasted once we tore it down so as of right now it is all bare.
When you are ready for the wiper kit, just give us a call!
When you are ready for the wiper kit, just give us a call!
01-08-2018, 08:24 AM
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Re: Detroit Speed 1987 Camaro Test Car 2.0
Quick update for everyone...
Things have been very busy around the shop so I apologize for not being around much. ScottieDTV.com called in and spoke to our Competition Manager Ryan Mathews about the car when he took some video at SEMA.
Check it out...
http://www.scottiedtv.com/1987-chevr...ema-show-2017/
Things have been very busy around the shop so I apologize for not being around much. ScottieDTV.com called in and spoke to our Competition Manager Ryan Mathews about the car when he took some video at SEMA.
Check it out...
http://www.scottiedtv.com/1987-chevr...ema-show-2017/
01-19-2018, 02:18 PM
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I'm thinking of doing a similar setup with my pedals. Can't tell if you guys used the 600 or 800 series, but do you have any tips for how you set them up? I very much like the idea of running a balance bar for brake control.
Also, did you use a fire retardant seal on your fuel sender access door or something else?
Robert S
Also, did you use a fire retardant seal on your fuel sender access door or something else?
Robert S
01-19-2018, 02:48 PM
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I'm thinking of doing a similar setup with my pedals. Can't tell if you guys used the 600 or 800 series, but do you have any tips for how you set them up? I very much like the idea of running a balance bar for brake control.
Also, did you use a fire retardant seal on your fuel sender access door or something else?
Robert S
Also, did you use a fire retardant seal on your fuel sender access door or something else?
Robert S
As far as the fuel access door, we just have it sealed with foam strip.
01-20-2018, 06:01 PM
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What's the trick to black out the taillights like you did? It's really well done and I'd love to know the secret.
01-22-2018, 09:09 AM
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Thanks for the model number Matt.
You will start to see more progress on my car on FB soon. Did a lot these last couple weeks.
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01-29-2018, 08:22 PM
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Is it possible to run exhaust the same way you've done it and retain the torque arm?
02-22-2018, 07:48 PM
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02-25-2018, 11:18 PM
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Killer, gotta get me some of that,.................
03-07-2018, 07:22 PM
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Curious at how the tire clearance is going since you have been racing the car? Have they hit the fenders at all?
03-19-2018, 06:23 PM
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03-19-2018, 09:13 PM
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I'll look into it, but I still hope Detroit Speed will respond.
03-19-2018, 09:17 PM
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You could try calling the shop and asking. They're pretty easy to talk to and will answer most questions.
03-20-2018, 07:11 PM
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I was looking through you signature, seems you and I are in some of the same groups on FB.
