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HandOverFist 07-24-2015 01:43 PM

'67 El Camino H/SA
 
No rush on this one as I have a couple of other projects to finish before starting another. Good solid body and frame, this will become my ride for the duration. I'm helping my partner with the Camaro which will soon be a big block car...he will be driving it from time to time. I'll update once I begin making changes to the Camino.

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colby 07-24-2015 03:19 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
That is a nice car, good buy!

HandOverFist 07-24-2015 04:07 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
It will be unique if nothing else...rarely see one of these in Stock in this area.

Alan Nyhus 07-24-2015 06:21 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Very slick, Rich...El Caminos are cool! You'll do a nice job on it, as usual. :) -Al

Dave Noll 07-24-2015 11:51 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
What happened with the 65 camino ? I'm kinda partial to those. (yes I remember I'm a FFFord guy). :o

HandOverFist 07-25-2015 01:01 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave Noll (Post 477498)
What happened with the 65 camino ? I'm kinda partial to those. (yes I remember I'm a FFFord guy). :o

You probably mean the '65 Chevelle wagon...I left it in West Virginia as it was going to be a bigger project than I wanted to get involved in.

Dan Fahey 07-25-2015 09:39 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
It would make for a great Pure Stocker.
No need for a Roll Bar.
Few solid suspension upgrades and gears.
Trans Converter and freshened engine with iHRA approved cam.
You are well under the index...deep in the 12's.
Probably E/PS..

Easy to return to the street.

D

Geerhead55 07-26-2015 11:57 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by HandOverFist (Post 477435)
It will be unique if nothing else...rarely see one of these in Stock in this area.

Ah, yes,, rare indeed,,especially with the "super rare" twin shifter option! Is it a runner? Actually, up here in division 6, Mark Faul runs a '66 El Camino. You may want to consult him from time to time. Good luck with this one too Rich, but get the other cars sorted out, please.We're waiting to hear some good results. Take care
Danny Durham

HandOverFist 07-26-2015 12:15 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Geerhead55 (Post 477640)
Ah, yes,, rare indeed,,especially with the "super rare" twin shifter option! Is it a runner? Actually, up here in division 6, Mark Faul runs a '66 El Camino. You may want to consult him from time to time. Good luck with this one too Rich, but get the other cars sorted out, please.We're waiting to hear some good results. Take care
Danny Durham

Yes, Mark is helping me with the suspension right now. We are putting a 396 and a PG in the Camaro atm...partner wants to bracket race with it for a bit while I work on getting some hp for the stocker engine.

The Mustang...let's just say it's on the back burner for awhile. I will eventually figure out how to tune the dang beast.

HandOverFist 08-04-2015 12:10 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Pondering a six-point 'moly roll bar install. I've decided to turn this one over to a pro...got two solid leads on some local fabricators. I want the main hoop as far back as possible, probably leaning slightly forward to follow the cab contour. The rear support bars will exit below the rear window thru the bed upright and then the bed floor onto the frame. Will get creative with the side bars to allow easy entry...don't care for the looks of a swingout bar. After this is done it comes apart for some slight body work and new paint...no, I won't be doing that either. :p

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7423 08-04-2015 03:10 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
That car is way too nice. Needs to stay a street car. Add a hitch, open trailer and tow the Mustang with it. Mustang has a far more friendly factor and index............................................. ....................jus sayin'.

Love the wheels, chrome reverse and moons, very cool for a Chevy!!!

Dan Fahey 08-04-2015 04:46 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 7423 (Post 478428)
That car is way too nice. Needs to stay a street car. Add a hitch, open trailer and tow the Mustang with it. Mustang has a far more friendly factor and index............................................. ....................jus sayin'.

Love the wheels, chrome reverse and moons, very cool for a Chevy!!!

Works perfect as a Pure Stocker. No need for a Roll Bar..
Just needs Bolt on items. Will not change character of the car.

Slicks or DOT's, Gears, TransGo, Racing Converter, airbags for traction.
Blueprint Grind that still requires stock spring pressure.
Good tune and you are racing.

Car will be a sleeper.

Dan

HandOverFist 08-05-2015 01:35 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Where are the closest tracks in my area that run Pure Stock Dan?

Ron Middleton 08-05-2015 09:48 AM

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Rich,
All you would basically have is a bracket race close to you. Memphis will have 2 races and several Pro Am races in North Carolina and South Carolina but it appears almost all of the races are 4+ hours away from you. Would still be fun and would keep the El Camino far more factory than regular Stock Eliminator car would.

HandOverFist 08-09-2015 10:33 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
After much thought on this I have decided to keep the El Camino streetable. It will see time at the strip, but I want to keep this one driveable. No roll bar will be installed and the engine choice is still up in the air...a 396/375 is a strong possibility.

This one is going to remain a stick so I am investigating the best bang for the buck transmission atm...G-Force is looking good so far. I predict this one will will bring wide grins once complete.

HandOverFist 04-28-2016 02:15 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
I'm at a crossroad with this project and it's making me crazy. Part of me says keep it on the street, but I can't get the Stocker aspect out of my head. I could add a 6-point moly bar right now and still convert back to the street without it being too intrusive. I'm not so far along that it is out of the question.

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Dan Fahey 04-28-2016 03:56 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Roll Bars...hmmm!
Pain to get in and out of and removing it will leave evidence.
Run it as a Pure Stocker if you have enough IHRA races to go to.
Plenty of S/SS meets to attend.
If you are thinking about the 396/375.
The Pure Stock cam will be doscile and reliable to drive on the street.
Still give you 11 second performance.

Regardless you will not regret having given it a good crack running Stock.
Look into Dick Miller suspension pieces.

D

Tony Corley 04-28-2016 07:01 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Squirrels!!! Lol That's what my wife says about me moving from one project to the next, lol. You are just as bad, obviously. Finish the truck for the street, and spend time making that Mustang and Camaro competitive in stock.

kwm 04-28-2016 09:34 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
In case you decide to make a stocker out of it keep in mind I have a A body braced 12 bolt, 5.86 pro gears, strange 35 spline spool and axles for sale and I am not too far away.

HandOverFist 04-28-2016 09:48 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
The return of the Camaro will see it as a 396/325 combo as we already have most of those parts on hand. I'm still pretty confident that the Mustang will get sorted out.

I realize the El Camino is not the ideal platform for H/SA...it's purely the fun factor and I know I would have a blast with it.

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HandOverFist 05-07-2016 07:28 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Hey...what's going on here? :p

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HandOverFist 05-08-2016 06:15 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
First time this thing has seen sunshine in quiet awhile. Hauling it to town in the morning to get measured for a roll bar.

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Alan Nyhus 05-10-2016 06:01 PM

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I like it, Rich! :) -Al

HandOverFist 05-11-2016 01:20 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Thanks Al! I'm having fun with it already just thinking about it. :)

HandOverFist 05-19-2016 11:10 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
These should make for a nice clean install on the door bars.

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modelman1960 05-20-2016 08:30 AM

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Morning Rich, That photo of the door bar links( connectors) reminds me of parts my company(don't own it, just been here 35 years) used to produce for a customer that used them as links to a "large" conveyor to move swarf(machining chips, coolant, etc) in a big coolant recirculating tank. Can you enlighten us as to who made them and what material they are made of? Ours were made from either 303 or 316 Stainless steel. We made them more than 10-15 years ago, so it was like a trip down memory lane. They should work well for your application I think. Plus they'll be rigid. Have a great one.
Walt

HandOverFist 05-20-2016 09:56 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by modelman1960 (Post 503876)
Morning Rich, That photo of the door bar links( connectors) reminds me of parts my company(don't own it, just been here 35 years) used to produce for a customer that used them as links to a "large" conveyor to move swarf(machining chips, coolant, etc) in a big coolant recirculating tank. Can you enlighten us as to who made them and what material they are made of? Ours were made from either 303 or 316 Stainless steel. We made them more than 10-15 years ago, so it was like a trip down memory lane. They should work well for your application I think. Plus they'll be rigid. Have a great one.
Walt

Walt - Not certain who the manufacturer of the parts is, but they came from here... http://www.rhodesracecars.com/Elite-...s_p_12081.html

HandOverFist 05-21-2016 08:33 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Swapped out the tubular a-arms this morning for the factory pieces. New ball joints, solid bushings, Moroso springs, Aerospace brakes and Lakewood shocks ready to roll.

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Marty stopped by this morning to gauge the roll bar install...says no problem. All I need to do is verify from one of the vendors that the hoop will fit the El Camino the same as a Chevelle with the bench seat installed. He can bend one up to fit if need be, but buying one that fits will save time not to mention having to order a 16' stick of CM.

HandOverFist 06-05-2016 02:56 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Temporary pause on the El Camino. Found this truck for sale local and it was in such great shape I could not pass on it. We have been in need of a heavier truck to tow with and this one should do nicely...bad news is I have spent all my mad money. :o

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HandOverFist 07-10-2016 07:12 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
The El Camino and the CM tubing are now at Marty's shop for the roll bar installation. :)

HandOverFist 08-21-2016 04:00 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Still awaiting the roll bar completion. I did however score a tilt column recently. :)

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HandOverFist 08-28-2016 02:40 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Was in the neighborhood this morning and stopped to gauge the roll bar install. All bars were in the El Camino and I'm stoked with the outcome. Marty was not in the area at the time, but it appears all that is left is some finish welding. I expect he will call one day this week to tell me he is finished.

Carguy49 08-28-2016 05:29 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Rich, thanks for update on the El Camino. Did you accomplish the goal of no bars through the rear window? Can't wait to see pictures of it finished.

HandOverFist 08-28-2016 06:33 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Carguy49 (Post 512839)
Rich, thanks for update on the El Camino. Did you accomplish the goal of no bars through the rear window? Can't wait to see pictures of it finished.

Yep - No bars thru windows...no bars in the bed. :cool:

John Presing 08-30-2016 03:12 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Rich Taylor what are you doing with the conv give me a call in NJ 973 427 3673 thanks John

HandOverFist 09-04-2016 05:10 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Replaced the electric clock in the dash cluster with a voltmeter instead of hanging it off the bottom of the dash as you usually see...

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HandOverFist 09-24-2016 07:19 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Thank goodness it's back home...it will never be out of my sight that long again I can assure you.

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HandOverFist 09-24-2016 09:30 PM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Painted -

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Alan Nyhus 09-26-2016 08:00 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Rich, that's a well thought out installation. :) -Al

Dave Muller 09-26-2016 11:02 AM

Re: '67 El Camino H/SA
 
Very nice roll bar installation!

And I like the voltmeter, I have the stock (broken) clock there myself.


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