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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-25-2014, 05:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,395
Posted By 68Strat

Re: October 2014 COTM **VOTING Thread**

*Edit* The first couple lines here were my being humbled to be in the running against such beautiful cars!!! From Zach's Sport Coupe to maks10's gorgeous and well executed bird to IROCZman15's killer...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-08-2014, 08:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,194
Posted By 68Strat

Re: October 2014 COTM *NOMINATION THREAD*

Seconded. Everything Zach does to this car has a purpose and he has a wealth of knowledge surrounding third gens in general.
Forum: Members Camaros
07-21-2014, 02:59 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Just thought I'd update this thread for people who haven't been following me on the MM Facebook group. Car runs great! I had some issues with push rod length selected by shop I work out of... For...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-26-2014, 12:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,550
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Old School 84 Camaro

Thanks for the info! My 360 has 87 Corvette heads with the little 58cc combustion chambers. I am running the smaller XE268 Cam in mine with Scorpion 1.6 ratio rockers. I haven't driven it yet... Just...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-26-2014, 09:13 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

I feel bad for those following along! So the engine ran and was broken in... I have not been back since... It has been on my mind almost 24 hours a day since it ran, but I have been really busy with...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-26-2014, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,550
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Old School 84 Camaro

Very nice! Car looks killer, and I really like your wheel solution. If you don't mind me asking... What cam are you running? Head specs?
Forum: Members Camaros
03-24-2014, 09:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,550
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Old School 84 Camaro

Looks great! love the 82-84 Camaros... I just built a 360 for mine... Curious what your engine build looks like? Nice numbers! :)
Forum: Members Camaros
03-21-2014, 10:04 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

I'll have that stuff up tonight! Went without a problem. Hope to take the first ride today... Matt I didn't post anything up on FB last night because I skipped a few appointments to get it running,...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-20-2014, 11:26 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

First day of Spring, and it looks like the first start of the new motor WILL BE TODAY! I am beyond pumped. Expect a boat load of pics and a video tonight or tomorrow! :) It's absolutely beautiful out...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-18-2014, 09:40 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Thanks for the kind words! She has a long way to go... I'm not sure I'm changing anyone's thoughts about the Sport Coupes, but I love my car, and think I am moving in the right direction. It has...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2014, 09:38 AM
Replies: 370
Views: 32,764
Posted By 68Strat

Re: My Dart "Little M" 409 Build….

Learning so much from this thread! Awesome.
Forum: Members Camaros
03-17-2014, 01:17 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Getting very close... I spent all of last Saturday going through ALL of the wiring, and tucking/resoldering all of the connections. Looks a lot less cluttered under the hood. Expect a video of the...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-13-2014, 12:36 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Getting very very close. Once it's running I need to thoroughly clean the car, and paint my hatch trim

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2856/13130202245_d98457a7bb_b.jpg...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-12-2014, 11:22 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,164
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Car complements do u guys get them?

The best compliment I ever received was watching a guy drive into a row of traffic cones at 30mph while he had his head turned staring at my car from the side of an intersection.
Forum: Engine Swap
03-12-2014, 08:48 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 21,430
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Clean 88 Camaro 350 budget build

Nah I just grew up a bit. Been working on this car for the past 3 years.

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8205/8281673118_5d89618cba_b.jpg


My newer thread...
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Forum: Members Camaros
03-10-2014, 09:43 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Got the trans in the car today. Still sitting high after 8 months without an engine... Hoping for first start this week!

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2287/13074736294_4d217e5f9b_b.jpg
Forum: Members Camaros
03-09-2014, 07:47 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

A little bit of progress! Got the engine in the car yesterday. Have to do a good cleaning of the engine bay (very dirty) and mount my accessories this week. Hoping to have first startup by next...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-07-2014, 10:37 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,148
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Operation: Trailer Park Corvette - 1988 IROC-Z Project

nvm not getting involved.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-28-2014, 10:38 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 15,407
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Valve covers

I got this ball milled set for $50 shipped (see attached pic) I'm going to scuff and paint them red and leave the ball milled grooves polished.

I had some red stock like valve covers on the...
Forum: Members Camaros
02-28-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 362
Views: 80,520
Posted By 68Strat

Re: How did you get into your Camaro/Firebird?

Great read... I can feel your excitement. It must have been so much sweeter after waiting for all of that time! Good luck with the car!
Forum: Members Camaros
02-20-2014, 02:29 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Hahaha truth. I can't muster the motivation to go work on it alone. Hard to convince my buddies to help when it's cold and MY car lmao. Car is also plowed into a snow bank right now. The last 2 weeks...
Forum: Members Camaros
02-20-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

So the engine was finished just before Christmas. Car has been parked, because I have no heat in the shop where I have the car.

Hopefully the first little warm spell will be when it is all dropped...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-20-2014, 11:41 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,549
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Custom modification

Less of a toy car pic :)
I am excited to get my refinished IROCs back on the car.

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8205/8281673118_5d89618cba_z.jpg

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Forum: Members Camaros
02-20-2014, 11:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,454
Posted By 68Strat

Re: I suck at thread titles, so its getting worked on....a 91 RS/283/BW9Bolt/Etc..

Nice work so far! The car looks pretty solid from the pics... What are your plans for the exterior? (paint, wheels, etc...)

If you are going to run any poly bushings, I would suggest that you...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-18-2014, 01:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,549
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Custom modification

I recently shaved my antenna. Cars look WAY better without the side moldings as well. They don't really do much to protect from door dings. Much cleaner look if you haven't already. I'm a guy who...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-18-2013, 05:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,548
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Whats Your Winter Project

Just rebuilt my 355... It's now a 360 w/ 87 Corvette L98 Aluminum heads. Scat forged rods, Speed Pro forged flat tops, and a Comp Cams 268H.

The early snow in MA is killing me! My car is...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-13-2013, 03:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By 68Strat

Re: The wait is over!

You waiting 21 years, is making me really antsy to see the pics ;) I can feel the excitement.
Forum: Members Camaros
12-12-2013, 12:28 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Mocked up... The aluminum heads got a little stained, so they are primed here, and will be painted

It is pretty red, but between the heads and serp setup it should even out I think.
...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-08-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Skinny :/
Forum: Members Camaros
12-08-2013, 05:36 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7449/11279654635_612dea0480_b.jpg

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3763/11279654085_12b3db66ef_b.jpg


Oh nostalgia....

Chris I can help you in a few weeks. Send...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-07-2013, 02:59 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

I can help you Chris... It's really easy. Remove the rear plastic trim bar, the dome light assembly, and sun visors, and it comes right down.
Forum: Members Camaros
12-04-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Got the heads assembled today. Rotating assembly finished by the shop yesterday. Assembling the rest of the engine myself tomorrow... Going to be dropped in very soon :D :D :D
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Forum: Members Camaros
11-25-2013, 11:17 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Good points. The carpet is faded... Other than that I have a new center console that's in nice shape. I just need to grab a screw set. I removed the headliner last year, so I'll replace that with a...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-24-2013, 05:13 PM
Replies: 1,397
Views: 185,918
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Post your best rear picture!

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5476/9575921108_eaba8b8aaa_c.jpg
Forum: Members Camaros
11-24-2013, 04:47 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

What parts do you have Chris?
Forum: Members Camaros
11-24-2013, 03:40 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Well... I am parting out a fourth gen this week. It's a 96 LT1/T56 car... Shame I can't keep the tranny. Car has some nice ZR1 5 spoke wheels I might snag. I did however start stripping the IROC...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-17-2013, 02:28 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

For sure. That's how I've built a career. You develop your own styles and tastes. If you learn from your mistakes, you absorb your knowledge better, and gather a deeper appreciation for what is...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-17-2013, 12:30 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Thanks! Really on the up this time...

I've come a long way since I bought this 88 back in 09... It was a roller (and pretty rusted underneath) and I knew 0, ZILTCH, NOTHING, about cars when I got...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-17-2013, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,834
Posted By 68Strat

Re: My 1984 Camaro Berlinetta

Good going!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-10-2013, 12:02 AM
Replies: 1,296
Views: 85,993
Posted By 68Strat

Re: What do you not like about your thirdgen?

Not much to complain about. I bought an inexpensive V8/RWD platform that looks, and handles damn well for what it is. The modding potential is huge... The naysayers want to stereotype? I'll just...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-06-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,806
Posted By 68Strat

Re: I'm in trouble again... 1987 Sport Coupe

A lot like that. You're an awesome father btw!!! Cute kid... Lucky guy ;)

I voted for your Z. Such a beautiful car.
Forum: Members Camaros
11-04-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 1,241
Views: 66,460
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Is this 86 worth this money?

Good to know... I had no idea what 9 bolts were all about until I saw your post, and did some research. I am still going with the Strange 12 bolt when I do mine.
Forum: Members Camaros
11-03-2013, 11:22 PM
Replies: 1,241
Views: 66,460
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Is this 86 worth this money?

Woot! Some 3.73s would really wake it up I think.
Forum: Members Camaros
11-02-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

It's true... Now if the couple dollar bills in my wallet turned to gold, my car might be moving a long a bit quicker ;)

That sc looks straight... Very clean! How much were they asking?

Found a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-02-2013, 12:27 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,468
Posted By 68Strat

Re: Paranoia vs preparation.. (too paranoid about theft)

A lot of these guys don't want to make a ton of noise over a prolonged period of time. When I use to park in the garages in Boston, I sometimes used my zip on car cover. If it is on the street I'm...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-01-2013, 08:24 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Rebuilt the 355. Now it's a 360. Forged internals. Aluminum heads, hotter cam.
Forum: Members Camaros
11-01-2013, 05:43 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,806
Posted By 68Strat

Re: I'm in trouble again... 1987 Sport Coupe

Funny you say that. I've been developing a new spoiler this past month!
Forum: Members Camaros
11-01-2013, 02:10 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,806
Posted By 68Strat

Re: I'm in trouble again... 1987 Sport Coupe

Welcome back :D
Forum: Members Camaros
11-01-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 55,126
Posted By 68Strat

Re: 68Strat's 83 Sport Coupe build up

Big shout out to Matt/mw66nova (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/member.php?u=15204) who has helped me with sourcing parts for my engine, and patiently explaining the reasons for the choices that were...
Forum: History / Originality
10-31-2013, 08:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,118
Posted By 68Strat

Re: I'm looking at a 1982 to purchase

Wheels
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