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Recon1342
Recon1342 SuperDork
9/25/23 3:05 p.m.

In reply to CAinCA :

I agree. I'm just saying it could be mistaken for a slot at a glance. I see no problems in that photo...

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
9/25/23 4:21 p.m.

Yes, there are two holes and the one to use depends on shock length and ride height 

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
11/4/23 7:39 p.m.

I know it's been a minute since I posted but I've been installing a Vintage Air system in the car and the parts have been trickling in and the install is actually quite long and difficult Part 1 Video here

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
11/13/23 9:36 a.m.

Installing the AC was frustrating and as a result, I had to chip away at it little by little and it took longer than expected. It's totally installed and working now and it took 18 hours. I imagine it would take even longer with a complete car. Here's Part 2 of a 3 part series on the AC install (glad it's over) 1967 Camaro Vintage Air install-Part 2

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
11/21/23 9:17 p.m.

And it's all done except for charging the system Final AC Install video

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
11/25/23 10:44 p.m.

Installing the chassis wiring harness has begun. I thought I could do it all in one video but that's not happening. Here is a picture from today's activities

SkinnyG (Forum Supporter)
SkinnyG (Forum Supporter) PowerDork
11/26/23 12:26 p.m.

I recorded hours of wiring on my '61 Apache, but in the end, it was a LOT of time, and I didn't upload anything because it was honestly pretty boring except to the nerdiest of the nerdy (me).

I enjoy wiring.

Forgive me if you've mentioned it - is that an AAW kit?

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
11/26/23 2:22 p.m.

In reply to SkinnyG (Forum Supporter) :

Yes, it's the AAW kit and I'm impressed so far. It may take a while to do but the wiring isn't hurting my brain like some projects have. 

SkinnyG (Forum Supporter)
SkinnyG (Forum Supporter) PowerDork
11/26/23 3:47 p.m.

I did AAW in my '61, and tapped into a lot of the "option" fuses to run the EFI, line-loc, and air-ride.  I did move some cirucits around and re-labeled them on the fuse box as to how I wanted them wired, but it certainly was a good kit!

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
11/28/23 9:50 p.m.

Silly me, I never posted a ling to the video, here it is for Part 1 American Auto Wire Install

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
12/17/23 9:50 p.m.

The AAW kit is in and I tackled the Dakota Digital gauges next. I wasn't thrilled with the long wait to get them but OMG are they awesome!! I can't believe how well integrated they are with the data coming from the LS7. And with the correct wires from the AAW kit plugged into the DD box, the gauges display left and right turn signals, e-brake, high beam, check engine light and numerous other things. They will even tell you when you're low on fuel or the oil pressure or temp is not what they're supposed to be-Amazing!

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
12/23/23 10:26 p.m.

With the gauges installed, I tackled the next job, which is the parking brake. Around here, all street cars need a working park brake and with the particular axle that I have, a park brake is not available off-the-shelf. I considered my options and went with an electric park brake from Wilwood. I had to make my own brackets but otherwise the kit was pretty simple to install-almost plug-n-play. Look at me baby calipers

84FSP
84FSP UberDork
12/24/23 10:04 a.m.

I love all the real car vs just race car touches you are adding.  Great work and can't wait to see more race videos of the finished product.

fouckhest
fouckhest Reader
12/27/23 10:23 a.m.

I like that little ebrake, any details on that?  I dont remember seeing those when I've looked in the past.

 

edit: just found them on summit, they are proud of those for sure!

GaryC83
GaryC83 Reader
12/28/23 12:03 a.m.
fouckhest said:

I like that little ebrake, any details on that?  I dont remember seeing those when I've looked in the past.

 

edit: just found them on summit, they are proud of those for sure!

Pantera Electronics and use Tesla Model S electric parking brake calipers. You can even DIY your own controller. Easy to do. About $150/side. 

GaryC83
GaryC83 Reader
12/28/23 12:04 a.m.

Project is coming along quite nicely! Keep it up. Going to be a very nice setup when you are done.

fouckhest
fouckhest Reader
12/28/23 9:13 a.m.
GaryC83 said:
fouckhest said:

I like that little ebrake, any details on that?  I dont remember seeing those when I've looked in the past.

 

edit: just found them on summit, they are proud of those for sure!

Pantera Electronics and use Tesla Model S electric parking brake calipers. You can even DIY your own controller. Easy to do. About $150/side. 

Thanks for the tip, I will certainly look into this!

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
12/29/23 8:58 a.m.

I was waiting to solve the problem with triggering the dash light when the brake was engaged and I finally got it (just a wiring issue) so here is the video of the install of the electric e-brake Wilwood electric E-brake

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
1/1/24 9:36 a.m.

When I got the car, it was a pile of parts, nothing was assembled and even the wiring harness and window mechanisms were all just in boxes. I went through the boxes and managed to figure out how the passenger side windows go together. I still have to align everything properly but so far I got them working 

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
1/8/24 10:19 p.m.

Well with everything working, it's time to start the bodywork. I pulled the mirrors and door handles off and started improving the panel gaps. I use silicon bronze filler rods and they work very well for TIG welding thin metal 

DeadSkunk  (Warren)
DeadSkunk (Warren) UltimaDork
1/9/24 9:14 a.m.

This is going to be spectacular when you're done. If I ever do another cross Canada drive i'll have to stop in the Peg to have a look.

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
1/9/24 11:11 p.m.
DeadSkunk (Warren) said:

This is going to be spectacular when you're done. If I ever do another cross Canada drive i'll have to stop in the Peg to have a look.

I'll give you a tour and maybe a ride in it

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
1/11/24 10:38 p.m.

I taped it all up in preparation for bodywork today. I still have to hang plastic over everything in the garage because it's going to get dusty 

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
1/16/24 7:41 p.m.

8.5 hours, that's how long it took to get the passenger front fender smooth and ready for primer 

loosecannon
loosecannon SuperDork
1/29/24 9:07 a.m.

The entire interior has arrived! I've never seen a TMI interior in person so I didn't know what I was going to get until it arrived. It all looks amazing. The materials feel high quality and the stitching is perfect. Here are a couple of pictures but if you want to see all of it, watch the video TMI interior reveal

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