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06-08-2013, 07:01 PM
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 Drives: 69 Camaro Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: LA
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Newbie 69 Camaro Restoration Help Needed
I have a 69 Camaro (Standard) - and want to fix it up. It has a truck engine in it currently and has a faulty transmission. It runs, but I want a better engine (more powerful) and I need a new transmission - these are my immediate goals.
My questions are: 1) What is a good engine that wont cost a fortune that is at least V8 and pushes 400-450 HP? Where can I buy it? I found this one: http://automotiveprosupply.com/CHEVY...CE-350-APS.htm 2) What transmission should I get? Currently it has an automatic transmission. 3) I would like to change over from Carburetor to fuel injection system - what considerations do I need to think of in this upgrade? The goal is to slowly turn this car into a performance/racing car - but I need to get it up and running first - so cheaper the better right now. I am taking my first step into auto-mechanics and car restoration, any advice would be great. Thanks, Mark |
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06-08-2013, 09:38 PM
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Drives: 2012 Camaro RS, RX supercharged Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Bradenton, FL
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Send it here for a LS swap......
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06-09-2013, 12:04 AM
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Drives: 2013 AGM Camaro 2SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Seattle, WA
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06-09-2013, 07:08 AM
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Drives: 2011 Black SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Harpers Ferry, WV
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I've seen a few 1st gen Camaros with an LS egine swap. I also had the pleasure of riding in one of these cars. The LS platform turns a 1st gen into a road rocket. You will absolutely love it.
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