If you’re going to be removing your car’s original coil springs, you’re going to need to support the lower control arm. This can be done with a heavy block of wood and whatever further support is available (jackscrew, etc). Remember, the spring is under great pressure, and once the spindle assembly is removed, the spring […]
Clay Bar Tip
July 18, 2014 by Leave a Comment
If you’ve never used a clay bar to remove contaminants on your car’s paint, now is the time to start. This is actually such an easy and painless way to get rid of minor scuffs, bird droppings, tree sap, etc. Really, anything that is sitting ON TOP of your paint surface that won’t come out […]
Show Judging: Restored and Modified
June 6, 2014 by 2 Comments
Restored or original areas of the vehicle Cars are classified based on the number of modifications in given sections of the car. These modified sections are marked on the dash card. Any sections that are unmarked are to be technically correct and subject to point loss for wrong parts, fit, finish, and cleanliness. There are […]
Teen Drives New Camaro ZL1 Into Texas Pool
April 7, 2014 by Leave a Comment
By Stephen Edelstein If you’re Jeremy Clarkson or anyone involved with one of the Cannonball Run movies, driving a car into a swimming pool is hilarious. If you’re not, it really isn’t. Anyone looking to go for a swim at a certain Harris County, Texas, community pool was–to say the least–inconvenienced when a brand-new 2014 […]
Flywheel and Flexplate Tip
March 28, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Be sure to research the right replacement part for your application. An improperly balanced rotating assembly will wreak havoc on the rest of your motor. In addition to the flywheel and flexplate, you’ll need a new ring gear plate, flywheel/flex plate bolts (optional), Loctite. New GM flywheels can be purchased from Eckler’s. It’s a good […]
Engine Removal Tip
March 20, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Engine removal: If you’re renting an engine hoist, remember you’ll also need a heavy-duty chain and/or lifting plate. If you pull the motor and transmission out together as one unit, invest in a transmission tail plug to avoid trans fluid from pouring out the rear of the case during removal.
Fuel Door Mod for 4th Gen Camaro
February 10, 2014 by 1 Comment
First off, you will need a fuel door off a 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Even though the door looks like it’s made of billet, it’s aluminum. It fits flush against the body of the car – it pops right in. You’ll need some washers that are 1/4” – 3/8” OD, and make sure they fit the bolts […]
Show Judging: Vehicle Exteriors
February 10, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Every Camaro’s exterior, regardless of class, is judged for panel alignment, sheetmetal condition, fit of moving components, and finish quality on the entire exterior to include glass, wheels & tires. All these items need to be addressed as the car is being restored, as trying to gain point loss on a completed car is costly […]
Carburetor Tip
February 10, 2014 by Leave a Comment
When working on your carburetor, transfer the carburetor from the engine to a clean, open workbench. If you don’t have a carb stand, simply slide four bolts of your choice through the mounting holes in the bottom plate, and “nut” them up at the top. All you need is enough clearance for the levers and […]
