Chevrolet Camaro Restoration

One of the most popular muscle cars to have come out of the assembly lines of America’s car factories is the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. This particular car contains many features that people consider to be a central part of a muscle car such as a powerful engine and street race ready looks. For this reason, Chevrolet Camaro Restoration has became extremely popular in all year model cars.
The 1969 Chevy Camaro is one of the most easily recognized models of muscle car. During the muscle car era, Chevrolet was able to hit exactly the right note when they created the 1969 Chevy Camaro. Designed to be more aggressive looking and available with higher power than the earlier 1967 and 1968 models of the Chevrolet Camaro, the 1969 model of the Chevrolet Camaro blew away the competition. The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro features a design that was only used in the 1969 model year. This made the Chevy Camaro a very rare muscle car which, of course made it very popular for muscle car enthusiasts who restore classic muscle cars. Performance wise, the Chevrolet Camaro was also very fast on the road and featured powerful engines. Straight out of the factory, 1969 Chevrolet Camaro cars performed quite well. However, performance wise, there were still a few muscle car competitors that performed better than the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro but enthusiasts of the car soon installed better engines and other parts into the car and made the car even more powerful than it already was.
1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration work is one of the more popular restoration work being done by classic muscle car enthusiasts. The unique design of the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro has made it a very popular car for restoration. Because of 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration, many classic car shops sell parts for the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. This makes the work of 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration that much easier. The best place to look for parts for 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration is through the internet. A large number of 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration parts can be found online. Online shops that offer 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration parts also offer lower prices in comparison to regular shops.

67 Camaros – They Started A Legend

The 1967 Camaro is one of the greatest muscle cars ever designed. I consider it a work of art, an outstanding example of automobile engineering, and as American as apple pie! It set a standard that cars of today can’t match.
The Camaro is like a good looking woman, it is shaped just right. The long hood and short deck styling makes the car seem like it is moving fast even when the car is sitting still. You can almost imagine it tearing down the road even when at rest. Muscle car power is at its maximum.
In 1966, Chevrolet countered the Ford Mustang with its version of its own muscle car. In the month of September 1966, the 67 Camaro was released to the world. The new “pony car” was a phenomenal hit. Even now, Camaros are still in production.
When it was introduced, the 67 Camaro was the only first generation Camaro to not have the RPO-Z28 Special Performance Package and the 396-cid displacement engine for SS models. Other distinquishing features include: lack of side marker lights, no front quarter windows, VIN tag mounted in door hinge pillar, center console, and had side-vent windows.
Camaros have held their own in value over the years, and are very popular with classic car collectors. Even in poor condition, a 67 Camaro is often priced at about $8,000. In fact, a Z28 in excellent condition is bringing close to $60,000 today. It is a classic car that really holds its value.
The 1967 Camaro was built on brand new rear-wheel drive GM F-body platform. The body was available as a 2-door, coupe, 2 2 seating, or a convertible.
The 67 Camaros came factory in a choice of the inline-6 and the 302, 350, 396 engines or the powerful 396 V8. Let me tell you, the 396 motor can burn tires like nobody’s business. It is a big boy’s toy, thats for sure. In the hands of teenage boy, it will peel off 15 foot black rubber marks regularly from sitting still. It is a hoss.
The 67 Camaro is a treat to drive. It not only looks like a real man’s car, but it is also a great ride. With great handling and performance, this classic muscle car is a thrill to own. If you decide to buy one, you will be glad you did.

by Dan Chan

How to Install a 57 Chevy Windshield

If you may be wondering how to install a 57 Chevy windshield, you have come to the right place. The 1957 Chevy is a great classic car. It is one of the best cars to restore. It is pretty simple mechanically but their are some exterior elements that are not so simple. The 1957 Chevy had a reshaped windshield that differed from the 1955 model.

It is therefore very important to make sure that during the installation process, due care is imposed in order not to damage or cause tints to this one of the best American classic cars that still exist today.

Time Allotment: 10-15mins.

Cost: $15-$20

Materials Needed:

1. Twine – 1/16 in diameter
2. Rubber Moulding
3. Liquid Soap – 2 parts
4. Water – 1 part
5. Plastic Thin Tool
6. Tape
7. Small Container

The following are the steps on how to install a 57 chevy windshield:

1. Grab yourself of a very strong twine which has a diameter of 1/16.

2. Put the rubber moulding just around the windshield.

3. Place the 1/16 in diameter of twine right inside the groove of the moulding.

4. Make sure that you have about 2 inches of the twine overlapped to ensure that the twine stays inside the groove.

5. To make it a little bit secured get a tape, however, always put to mind not to cover the whole groove itself.

6. In a small container, mix 2 parts of liquid soap with one part of water. Always remember, the ratio is 2:1.

7. Then, with the use of the mixture lubricate the rubber moulding as well as the lip where the rubber moulding fits itself to the car.

8. Ask a help of your neighbor or a friend to help you out carry the glass and place it right against the car.

9. It’s now time, to ask your assistants to help you out in putting pressure unto the glass.

10. Then, get inside the car and slowly pull the twine off in order to pull the rubber off from the lip of the car.

11. Once the moulding pops off the twine, with care place the twine back on the lip with the use of a plastic thin tool. If you can’t find any plastic thin tool, you can make one yourself with the use of anything made out of plastic.

12. Just continue to pull the twine until such time that the moulding itself has been put into the lip of the car.

13. Never let go of the other end of the twine, since this part of the twine should remain in place while the other end is being pulled.

Viola! How to install a 57 chevy windshield has never been this easy!

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57 Chevy Bel Air

57 chevy belair
It continuously stands out among all car icons of history, the 57 Chevy Belair. It was not only built to surprise and gratify both owners and spectators alike during its generation but it is its prowess that drew it up to its heights of becoming an one of the most admired car models in history. The 1950’s was not the only revolutionary time of the Chevy Bel Air cars but it was its cue of being the most admired design up to this very moment. Originally made with a hardtop, and at that time with a non-detachable-convertible solid roof, which was its original design, Chevy Bel Air is also marked of having carpeted interiors, with wheels covered in full, window moldings in chrome, and on most of all, the noticeable signature in bold gold lettering of its name, Bel Air.
 
Up to the present, everyone would have their heads turn every time a 57 Chevy Belair passes by. It keeps everyone on fascination and in awe. It is one of the most gorgeous wheels to drive and to that; it was once dubbed as the “Hot One” by the car enthusiasts of its era. It owns a V8 engine which has a displacement of 4,638 cc that runs in 283 horsepower; the Chevy Bel Air creation produced satisfied owners for having spacious interiors, classy design and for its fuel efficiency. Most 57 Chevy Belair cars are fitted with carburetions and having the “fuelie” is some Bel Airs are quite rare. Apart from its elegant and classic look, it keeps and constantly reaps the admiration and respect of any beholder even from the enthusiast of all latest car models owners.
 
57 Chevy Belair is known for its shiny chrome molding that is visible with the signature tail fins even from afar. At first several versions came up such as the convertibles, hardtops, and the sedans. These are designed with either two-door variations or 4 door variations. General Motors, producers of Chevrolet made distinct levels of its car production in 1957; the “150” series, which is the based model, the “210” series, which is the mid-range; both the “150” and the “210” series where the earlier production of the 1950’s and the Bel Air, which is the upscale series. Among the collectible models of its kind are the convertibles and the sports coupes. The sports coupes where known for its pillar less four-door models, which can be seen in the Sport Sedans.

1957 Chevy Bel Air

The 1957 Chevy Bel Air, it is rare today to see stylish car like that drive by today. The 1950s were the pinnacle for American car makers. Companies like Oldsmobile, GM, Ford, Chrysler, and others were producing now-classic cars such as the Ford Thunderbird, the Cadillac Series 62,  the Dodge Royal Lancer, and of course, the 1957 Chevy Bel Air. These cars had it all... style, power, comfort, but no car company had better cars in the 1950s then Chevy, especially the 1957 Chevy Bel Air. The 1957 Chevy Bel Air came in a number of varieties and configurations. Some of the styles the 1957 Chevy Bel Air came in are two door or four door. You could get the 1957 Chevy Bel Air as a convertible as well. Please read on for more details.

The Chevy Bel Air was only made by GM from 1950 to 1975. the Chevy Bel Air become its own series in the mid 1950s growing out of Chevy's Deluxe Styleline. It is interesting to note that Chevy continued to produce the Bel Air for Canada until 1981. The 1957 Chevy Bel Air is easily recognizable. It is amongst the most recognizable American cars. Classic Car collectors are always searching for a well maintained 1957 Chevy Bel Air. That has driven the price for this car up. 1957 Chevy Bel Air stood apart from its Ford and Chrysler competitors by using crisper and cleaner styling.

One of the most notable features of the 1957 Chevy Bel Air is its large beautiful tail fins. They extend the lines of the 1957 Chevy Bel Air naturally following from the hood to past the trunk. The 1957 Chevy Bel Air was also quite fuel efficient for its time. The 1957 Chevy Bel Air also has a lot to brag about under the hood. As opposed to earlier year versions, the 1957 Chevy Bel Air had a V8 option ( 265 cu in. with a high-compression, short stroke design). You could get the 1957 Chevy Bel Air with the regular V8 engine with 162 hp or with a "Powerpack" for 180hp or with a "Super Powerpack" for 195 hp.  The trim of the 1957 Chevy Bel Air had a lot  to offer as well. The 1957 Chevy Bel Air came with chrome on window moldings and front fenders. On the interior, the 1957 Chevy Bel Air stood out because it offered interior carpet in addition to standard features found on lower model cars.

Overall, the 1957 Chevy Bel Air is an exciting and highly sought after car. Congratulations if you already have one. If you do not yet, good luck to you on your quest for finding this beauty.

1957 Chevy, one of the most collected cars in GM history

 

The 1950s were a great time for America. We were just coming off our Allied victory in World War 2. We had an economic boom stemming from our war time innovations. The late 1940s and 1950s was also the time of the baby boomers. In addition, the 1950s was known for the awesome cars made during this decade and there were a lot of them. There was the Ford Thunderbird, Ford Sunliner, Cadillac Series 62, Lincoln Premiere, Edsel Corsair and many others. None of them could compare with the 1957 Chevrolet. The 1957 Chevy is, simply put, an icon.

The classic 1957 Chevy came in a number of different varieties. There was a spectrum of options depending on which trim level the 1957 Chevy had. On the low end of the range was the 150 series of the 1957 Chevy. The mid-range trim level for this sweet car was the 210 series. The top of the line trim level was the Bel Air. In addition, you could get an upscale 1957 Chevy 210 two-door sedan. This was called the Delray. There were also two trim levels that are very rare but a limited number of 1957 Chevy cars had them. These trims were the Nomad, a two-door station wagon, and the "El Morocco." The "El Morocco" was a custom built 1957 Chevy. It was hand built to look like the Cadillac's of that time.

The first aspect of the 1957 Chevy that needs to be discussed is the engine. The 1957 Chevy had essentially the same engine as the 1955 model. It was a small-block V8. This was the first time that Chevy made a V8 available in one of its cars since 1918. There were also a number of body stylings that made the 1957 Chevy distinct and memorable. It stood out from the 1956 and 1955 model because the 1957 Chevy had fourteen-inch wheels instead of fifteen-inch wheels, there was a new dashboard made, the windshield was reshaped, the air ducts were moved to the headlight pods, and a new wide grille was installed. The famous 1957 Chevy tailfins were made to replicate the wide look of the front of the car. The 1957 Chevy was a real quality car. The Bel Air trim level even had elements rendered in gold.

When GM conceived the 1957 Chevy they expected it to be a hit that would outsell all competing cars. That was not the case. Ford far outsold the 1957 Chevy. It was the first time that Ford outsold GM since the mid-1930s. On the other hand, the 1957 Chevy is far more popular  than any Ford model as a collector's car. Since the 1957 Chevy was relatively light weight for cars of that time and was pretty simple mechanically, people customized and built dragsters out of them. Nowadays, you could find a well taken care of and carefully restored 1957 Chevy selling for more than $100,000.

2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Chevrolet officially announced the 2009 Corvette ZR1 - an American supercar that brings the technology and engineering refinement of carbon-fiber, ceramics and electronics together in a distinctive design. ''Chevrolet?s goal with the new ZR1 is to show what an American supercar can deliver, at a price that trumps exotics that cost two, three or four times as much ? and does so with exceptional driveability,'' said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager.

Preliminary testing shows the ZR1 builds on the highly respected Corvette Z06 in every performance category, from acceleration and braking, to cornering grip and top speed,? said Peper. ?It all boils down to the power-to-weight ratio and the ZR1?s is exceptional ? better than the Porsche 911 GT2, the Ferrari 599 and even the Lamborghini LP640. In fact, the ZR1 is expected to be the first production Corvette to achieve a top speed of at least 200 mph.

Supercharged LS9 engine

The new LS9 6.2L small-block engine is the power plant the supports the ZR1?s performance capability. The enabler of the LS9?s performance and refinement is a large, positive-displacement Roots-type supercharger with a new, four-lobe rotor design. It is augmented with an integrated charge cooling system that reduces inlet air temperature for maximum performance.

A sixth-generation supercharger developed by Eaton helps the LS9 make big power and torque at lower rpm and carries it in a wide arc to 6,600 rpm, as it pushes enough air to help the engine maintain power through the upper levels of the rpm band ? the area where supercharged performance tends to diminish. Heavy-duty and lightweight reciprocating components enable the engine?s confident high-rpm performance.

The LS9 is hand-assembled at GM?s Performance Build Center, in Wixom, Mich., and incorporates specialty processes typically seen in racing engines to produce a highly refined and precise product. For example, cast iron cylinder liners are inserted in the aluminum block and are finish-bored and honed with a deck plate installed. The deck plate simulates the pressure and minute dimensional variances applied to the block when the cylinder heads are installed, ensuring a higher degree of accuracy that promotes maximum cylinder head sealing, piston ring fit and overall engine performance.

Transmission and axle

The LS9 engine is backed by a new, stronger six-speed manual transmission and a twin-disc clutch that provide exceptional clamping power, while maintaining an easy clutch effort. ZR1-specific gearing in the transmission provides a steep first-gear ratio that helps launch the car, and top speed is achieved in sixth gear - a change from the fifth-gear top-speed run-outs in the manual-transmission Corvette and Corvette Z06.

As the term implies, the twin-disc clutch system employs a pair of discs, which spreads out the engine?s torque load over a wider area. This enables tremendous clamping power when the clutch is engaged, while also helping to dissipate heat better and extend the life of the clutch.

The twin-disc clutch system also contributes to the ZR1?s exceptional driving quality, with smooth and easy shifting. The twin-disc system's design enables a 25-percent reduction in inertia, thanks to smaller, 260-mm plates, corresponding to a pedal effort that is similar to the Corvette Z06?s 290-mm single-disc system.

The rear axle also is stronger in the ZR1 and features asymmetrical axle-shaft diameters that were developed after careful testing to provide optimal torque management. The axles are also mounted on a more horizontal plane that correlates with the wider width of the rear wheels and tires.

Ride and handling

The ZR1 is built on the same aluminum-intensive chassis as the Corvette Z06 and features similar independent SLA front and rear suspensions, with aluminum upper and lower control arms. Where the ZR1 differs is the suspension tuning, which was optimized for the car?s steamroller-wide front and rear tires.

Magnetic Selective Ride Control is standard and tuned specifically for the ZR1. The system?s ability to deliver a compliant ride with nearly instantaneous damping adjustments enabled engineers to develop a surprisingly supple ride quality in a supercar that still delivers cornering grip of more than 1g.

From a high-performance perspective, Magnetic Selective Ride Control helps the rear axle remain planted during launch for smooth, hop-free acceleration. It also helps suppress axle movement when cornering on broken or uneven pavement.

Brakes, wheels and tires

Commensurate with the ZR1's engine output is the braking system, which is headlined by carbon-ceramic brake rotors. Found on only a few exotics and more expensive supercars, carbon-ceramic brake rotors are made of a carbon-fiber-reinforced ceramic silicon carbide material . Their advantage comes in low mass and resistance to wear and heat. In fact, the rotors should never show any corrosion or require replacement for the life of the vehicle, when used in normal driving.

The vented and cross-drilled rotors on the ZR1 measure 15.5 inches (394 mm) in diameter in the front and 15 inches (380 mm) in diameter in the rear ? making them among the largest carbon-ceramic rotors available on any production vehicle.

Clamping down on the high-tech rotors are six-piston front calipers and four-piston rear calipers, each painted a ZR1-exclusive blue. The front pads are equivalent in size to the largest on any production car with a single-pad design ? double that of the Corvette Z06?s 70-sq.-cm. front pads.

The brakes are visible through the ZR1?s exclusive wheels: 20-spoke alloy rims that measure 19 inches in diameter in the front and 20 inches in the rear. They come standard with a bright, Sterling Silver paint finish and chrome versions are optional. The wheels are wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires developed specifically for the ZR1, measuring P285/30ZR19 in front and P335/25ZR20 in the rear.

Exclusive exterior

The ZR1 is instantly recognizable, with perhaps the most identifiable feature a raised, all-carbon-fiber hood that incorporates a clear, polycarbonate window. The window provides a view of the top of the engine?s intercooler, with the legend 'LS9 SUPERCHARGED' embossed on the left and right sides, and an engine cover with the Corvette crossed flags logo debossed at the front.

The underside of the hood has an exposed carbon-fiber-weave. Exposed carbon-fiber is used on the roof, roof bow, rocker molding and front splitter. These exterior components are protected by a specially developed glossy, UV-resistant clear coat that resists yellowing and wear.

Widened, carbon-fiber front fenders with specific, dual lower vents, and a full-width, body-color rear spoilerincorporating the center high-mounted stop lamp, are also unique to the ZR1. All of the exterior features of the car were developed to enhance high-speed stability and driver control.

Interior details
The ZR1's interior builds on the brand?s dual-cockpit heritage, with high-quality materials, craftsmanship and functionality that support the premium-quality experience promised by the car?s performance. The ZR1?s cabin differs from the Corvette and Corvette Z06 with the following:

-ZR1-logo sill plates
-ZR1-logo headrest embroidery
-Specific gauge cluster with ?ZR1? logo on the tachometer and a 220-mph (370 km/h) readout on the speedometer
-Boost gauge added to the instrument cluster and Head-Up Display

The base ZR1 (RPO 1LZ) comes with accoutrements based on the Z06, including lightweight seats and lightweight content. The uplevel interior package includes unique, power-adjustable and leather-trimmed sport seats (embroidered with the ZR1 logo); custom, leather-wrapped interior available in four colors; navigation system, Bluetooth connectivity and more.

By the numbers

In addition to the exterior cues and powertrain, ZR1 models will be distinguished from other Corvette models by their VIN. Each will carry a unique, identifying VIN digit, as well as a sequential build number. This makes it easy to determine the build number of a specific car ? information treasured by enthusiasts and collectors. For example, a ZR1 with a VIN ending in 0150 would indicate it is the 150 th ZR1 built for the model year.

The specialized components of the new ZR1 work harmoniously to deliver the most powerful and fastest automobile ever produced by General Motors. Performance estimates will be announced closer to vehicle?s summer 2008 launch.

2010 Chevy Camaro SS

Chevrolet have officially announced the specifications of their 2010 Chevrolet Camaro models. Two engines are on offer initially, a 3.6 litre V6 with direct petrol injection and a pushrod overhead valve 6.2 litre V8. A six speed manual or six speed automatic gearbox are available for both engine variants.

The retro-styled Camaro body measures 4836 mm in overall length, and sits on a 2852 mm wheelbase. This is slightly bigger overall than the original Camaro, which had an overall length of 4689 mm and a wheelbase measuring 2746 mm. A conventional front engine, rear drive platform is used.

The 3.6 litre V6 has a 94.0 mm bore and a 85.6 mm stroke for a displacement of 3564 cc. The 24 valves are operated by a dual overhead camshaft per bank, and fuel is delivered via a high pressure direct injection setup. Variable valve timing helps keep emissions lower and improve power. The engine features an 11.3 compression ratio. Power and torque for the 3.6 litre is said to be 300 bhp (224 kW) at 6000 rpm and 273 ftlb (370 Nm) at 5200 rpm. This engine is standard on the Camaro LS and LT models.

The 6.2 litre V8 has a bore of 103.25 mm and a stroke of 92.0 mm. Multiport indirect injection and a 10.7 compression ratio endows the Camaro SS with 422 bhp (315 kW) at 5000 rpm and 408 ftlb (553 Nm) of torque at 4500 rpm, for the manual version. The automatic makes do with Active Fuel Management, which allows the engine to run on just four cylinders in suitably undemanding circumstances, reducing consumption and emissions. This engine is known as the L99 and produces 400 bhp (298 kW) at 5000 rpm and 395 ftlb (535 Nm) at 4500 rpm.

A convertible Camaro is slated to join the lineup at some stage.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro Concept is finally unleashed!

The new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Concept has become one of the most talked about cars in the American car industry. The Camaro line of cars has been in production since 1967 and was only discontinued in 2002, an impressive production span of 35 years.

Ever since the Chevrolet Camaro was discontinued in 2002, fans of the Camaro have been waiting impatiently for the new Chevrolet Camaro to be released. So far, GM has only introduced a number of new Chevrolet Camaro concept cars. A new Chevrolet Camaro production car still has not materialized. Reports, however have indicated that a line of new Chevrolet Camaro cars will be coming out by 2010. If this prediction actually comes true, this will be the fifth generation of the Chevrolet Camaro.

The first signal of the coming of a new Chevrolet Camaro first came out in 2006, during the North American International Auto Show. This concept version of the new Chevrolet Camaro tries hard to follow the footsteps of the original Camaro, featuring such iconic details as a two doors, four passenger format, rear wheel driven and connected to a powerful engine. The new Chevrolet Camaro also takes advantage of new car technologies, sporting a four wheel independent suspension system, four wheel disc brakes featuring four piston calipers and 14 inch rotors and different sized front and rear wheels. The front wheels are 21 inch wheels while the rear wheels are 22 inch wheels. The engine is an 6 litre LS2 V8 featuring Active Fuel Management and acapable of 400 hp.

In 2007, a new Chevrolet Camaro Concept was also unveiled. While the model shown in 2006 was a two door coupe, the 2007 model was a two door convertible. The design of the new Chevrolet Camaro Concept of 2007 differed significantly from the 2006 Chevrolet Camaro Concept. The 2007 concept car featured a number of exterior changes which ultimately subtly reshaped the car. A few of the changes include a drop off of the fender lines, reshaping of the rear spoiler and a redesign of the wheels which received a thin orange line at the outer edge. The mechanical specs of the car still remains similar with the model released in 2006.

The introduction of the new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Concept has severely excited the car markets. The new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro received a lot of exposure in the media and even received spots in several movies.

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