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Txturbo · 11-03-2008, 06:03 AM

Camaro LS7 Concept (details & images HERE): Designed to highlight the capability of the new Camaro as a weekend bracket warrior, the Camaro LS7 Concept combines the power of a GM Performance Parts’ LS7 crate engine and targeted bolt-on upgrades to deliver the wheels-up spirit of the legendary COPO Camaros.

Made famous by Chevy dealers like Don Yenko and Fred Gibb in the late 1960s, the COPO cars were ordered for one thing: drag racing. They were quickly outfitted after delivery with the requisite tires, safety equipment and other accessories necessary for competition in popular Stock-class drag racing series.

The LS7 Concept honors the COPO ethos with features such as drag strip-ready rubber on the rear wheels – and unlike many of the stripped-down racers from 40 years ago, this strip-ready competitor serves double duty as both a racecar and a daily driver.

The LS7 crate engine (part number 17802397) uses a high-performance replacement camshaft from GM Performance Parts (part number 12480033) to help it produce approximately 550 horsepower. Complementing upgrades include GM Performance Parts-developed headers and air intake system that will be offered at the Camaro’s launch in early 2009. The LS7 also is modified with a wet-sump oiling system; the production engine features a dry-sump system that requires an external oil tank.

Backing the LS7 engine is a production Tremec 6060 six-speed manual with a GM Performance Parts Hurst shifter. Additional drivetrain details include:

Brembo four-wheel disc brake package
Lowered ride height
Custom 20-inch wheels
Driveshaft safety loop
GM Performance Parts exhaust system

The Camaro LS7 concept is painted Victory Red, with matte black accents on the hood and taillamp panel. “LS7” logos are strategically placed and warn those in the know this Camaro means business when the Christmas tree lights count down to green. It’s all business on the spartan interior, too, with base trim and few accessories to minimize overall mass for a quicker elapsed time.

Although the Camaro LS7 Concept is just that – a concept – its duplication by enterprising enthusiasts and racers is enabled by GM Performance Parts’ LS7 crate engine package. It delivers a fully assembled, production version of the engine, complete from the intake manifold to oil pan. An oil reservoir for the standard dry sump system and GM Performance Parts’ LS7 engine controller (part number 19166567) are all that’s necessary to get the engine running in an enthusiast’s project vehicle – well, that and a chassis capable of handling more than 500 lb.-ft. of torque!

Mr Twisty · 11-03-2008, 06:21 AM

Where did that come from?

Shifty 6 · 11-03-2008, 06:57 AM

Please provide a source for this article. I had plans of an LS7 swap from Katech but it looks cost prohibitive.

CWI · 11-03-2008, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shifty 6

Please provide a source for this article. I had plans of an LS7 swap from Katech but it looks cost prohibitive.

Homemade

Shifty 6 · 11-03-2008, 07:25 AM

Nope, got it from GMPP SEMA stuff. There is another thread somewhere on here. Shows other "concept" camaros like Dale Jr, Black, and a Donahue racer.

playhard67 · 11-03-2008, 07:58 AM

From AutoBlog

http://www.autoblog.com/2008/11/03/s...ustom-camaros/

CWI · 11-03-2008, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shifty 6

Nope, got it from GMPP SEMA stuff. There is another thread somewhere on here. Shows other "concept" camaros like Dale Jr, Black, and a Donahue racer.

I stand corrected. I want that Dale Jr interior. That's the sweetest I've seen so far:chevy

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9224

*radz28* · 11-03-2008, 08:50 AM

That's a good plan! Expensive, but good. There are your blueprints right there

Gary B · 11-03-2008, 09:30 AM

Personally, I'd rather have a Z-28 or ZL1 version with the LS7 rather than the supercharged motor. The s/c motor is very near its limit, where the LS7 can go to at least 700 hp or more.

headpunter · 11-03-2008, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gary B

Personally, I'd rather have a Z-28 or ZL1 version with the LS7 rather than the supercharged motor. The s/c motor is very near its limit, where the LS7 can go to at least 700 hp or more.

lolwut? only way you get 700hp out of an ls7 is 20k worth of parts and a crappy road cam

the ls9 makes 700hp+ with a tune and pulley swap

SilverTurtle · 11-03-2008, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by headpunter

lolwut? only way you get 700hp out of an ls7 is 20k worth of parts and a crappy road cam

the ls9 makes 700hp+ with a tune and pulley swap

I'm Turtle and I approve of this message

MerlinZero · 11-03-2008, 12:17 PM

SEE everyone thought i was CRAZY.... I KNEW IT. Damn now if I can only get it ordered.

http://wot.motortrend.com/6332285/au...ema/index.html

Motortrend has it too.

11-03-2008, 06:03 AM	#1
Txturbo Keeper of the Faith Drives: 2001 Z28 Agressively Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rosenberg,Texas Posts: 1,383 View My Garage	LS7 Camaro....some assembly required Camaro LS7 Concept (details & images HERE): Designed to highlight the capability of the new Camaro as a weekend bracket warrior, the Camaro LS7 Concept combines the power of a GM Performance Parts’ LS7 crate engine and targeted bolt-on upgrades to deliver the wheels-up spirit of the legendary COPO Camaros. Made famous by Chevy dealers like Don Yenko and Fred Gibb in the late 1960s, the COPO cars were ordered for one thing: drag racing. They were quickly outfitted after delivery with the requisite tires, safety equipment and other accessories necessary for competition in popular Stock-class drag racing series. The LS7 Concept honors the COPO ethos with features such as drag strip-ready rubber on the rear wheels – and unlike many of the stripped-down racers from 40 years ago, this strip-ready competitor serves double duty as both a racecar and a daily driver. The LS7 crate engine (part number 17802397) uses a high-performance replacement camshaft from GM Performance Parts (part number 12480033) to help it produce approximately 550 horsepower. Complementing upgrades include GM Performance Parts-developed headers and air intake system that will be offered at the Camaro’s launch in early 2009. The LS7 also is modified with a wet-sump oiling system; the production engine features a dry-sump system that requires an external oil tank. Backing the LS7 engine is a production Tremec 6060 six-speed manual with a GM Performance Parts Hurst shifter. Additional drivetrain details include: Brembo four-wheel disc brake package Lowered ride height Custom 20-inch wheels Driveshaft safety loop GM Performance Parts exhaust system The Camaro LS7 concept is painted Victory Red, with matte black accents on the hood and taillamp panel. “LS7” logos are strategically placed and warn those in the know this Camaro means business when the Christmas tree lights count down to green. It’s all business on the spartan interior, too, with base trim and few accessories to minimize overall mass for a quicker elapsed time. Although the Camaro LS7 Concept is just that – a concept – its duplication by enterprising enthusiasts and racers is enabled by GM Performance Parts’ LS7 crate engine package. It delivers a fully assembled, production version of the engine, complete from the intake manifold to oil pan. An oil reservoir for the standard dry sump system and GM Performance Parts’ LS7 engine controller (part number 19166567) are all that’s necessary to get the engine running in an enthusiast’s project vehicle – well, that and a chassis capable of handling more than 500 lb.-ft. of torque! __________________ 2010 Camaro SS R6P 2001 Camaro Z28 1969 Camaro SS clone

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11-03-2008, 06:57 AM	#3
Shifty 6 Drives: 2010 GTI Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Morton, IL Posts: 679	Please provide a source for this article. I had plans of an LS7 swap from Katech but it looks cost prohibitive.

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MerlinZero Big Orange Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 1,170 View My Garage	SEE everyone thought i was CRAZY.... I KNEW IT. Damn now if I can only get it ordered. http://wot.motortrend.com/6332285/au...ema/index.html Motortrend has it too.