1967 RS Duramax Camaro
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Couple pics of how I made the MAP sensor fit in the intercooler pipe.
Started building the intake. I bought Empire Diesel's stock turbo weld on flange.
Started building the intake. I bought Empire Diesel's stock turbo weld on flange.
I had to shorten the oil filler neck another inch to clear the intake.
I'm a little on the fence about the intake. Sometimes I like it, sometimes I don't. It pretty much had to come over the top of the motor because it didn't have enough space to go over the passenger side of the motor, otherwise I would have had to cut a hole in the hood...
I did put the gill on though.
I took the car for a short drive this afternoon. I got some fuel at the gas station around the corner and gave it some hell when I left. Burned the tires through 3rd gear and kept it straight the whole time.
So far, daddy likey :rofl:
I'm a little on the fence about the intake. Sometimes I like it, sometimes I don't. It pretty much had to come over the top of the motor because it didn't have enough space to go over the passenger side of the motor, otherwise I would have had to cut a hole in the hood...
I did put the gill on though.
I took the car for a short drive this afternoon. I got some fuel at the gas station around the corner and gave it some hell when I left. Burned the tires through 3rd gear and kept it straight the whole time.
So far, daddy likey :rofl:
Couple videos.
This is when I took a friend for a quick test ride. Spinning the tires through second and letting off. Chirped the tires shifting into third, not a full throttle run.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JquY1bNeNKg
This one I took my fiance for a ride around the block. The video really accentuates the rattles from the doors being disassembled and the lift pump being annoyingly loud. The rear axle is also making a whining sound over 20mph, so that's on my list of things to fix soon. This was also not a full throttle run.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvSefVqal5M
I have only loaded a small tune on it and it runs great. There's still a lot of little things to work out and fix, but it'll get there.
This is when I took a friend for a quick test ride. Spinning the tires through second and letting off. Chirped the tires shifting into third, not a full throttle run.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JquY1bNeNKg
This one I took my fiance for a ride around the block. The video really accentuates the rattles from the doors being disassembled and the lift pump being annoyingly loud. The rear axle is also making a whining sound over 20mph, so that's on my list of things to fix soon. This was also not a full throttle run.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvSefVqal5M
I have only loaded a small tune on it and it runs great. There's still a lot of little things to work out and fix, but it'll get there.
:happy2:
My fiance started a facebook page for the Camaro last night. I'm going to do my best to keep everybody up to date with the car.
https://www.facebook.com/duramaxcamaro
Drake at Total Performance Diesel in Santa Rosa is having a dyno day in March that I plan on attending. The NHRDA is also having their season opener at Famoso Raceway in March which I also plan on attending. We will see how the next couple months go for me and hopefully I will be ready.
https://www.facebook.com/duramaxcamaro
Drake at Total Performance Diesel in Santa Rosa is having a dyno day in March that I plan on attending. The NHRDA is also having their season opener at Famoso Raceway in March which I also plan on attending. We will see how the next couple months go for me and hopefully I will be ready.
im gonna have to come by and check this car out. im in novato 20 - 60 minutes away depending out deep you are in sebastapol ha
I'm not too far out there. Pretty easy to find. You're going to Drakes dyno day right?
a lot of work
Ya. If you ever wanna get on the dyno before then let me know. Drake is almost with fabing it in
Ok. If I have the opportunity I will let you know. I have a lot to try to finish until then. Have you guys set an actual date for the dyno day yet?
Couple pics of how I made the MAP sensor fit in the intercooler pipe.
Started building the intake. I bought Empire Diesel's stock turbo weld on flange.
Where on their website is that flange located? I had no luck finding it.
What transmission are you using? I saw the adaptor plate but never read what setup you are using. Great pictures and project. Thanks for sharing!
It hasn't been on their website since it was redesigned, I had to call them and order it.
47rh with a Suncoast full reverse manual valve body and trans brake.
I would like to say thanks to everybody at Diesel Army Magazine for taking the time to recognize all my efforts.
http://www.dieselarmy.com/news/dustin-hamms-1967-duramax-powered-camaro-is-a-head-turner-2/
http://www.dieselarmy.com/news/dustin-hamms-1967-duramax-powered-camaro-is-a-head-turner-2/
That's awesome!
Congrats on the recognition, Dustin!!! It is very much deserved! :thumb:
First time Ive ever seen a link or reference to a diesel forum in an article. Usually the magazines dont mention that.
First time Ive ever seen a link or reference to a diesel forum in an article. Usually the magazines dont mention that.
:thumb:
:thankyou: Tom! It's the first time I've seen references like that also. It's a little surreal for me to see the Camaro in a publication like this. Kinda been a goal of mine for a long time that I thought I might not achieve, but it's a cool feeling for sure. I was showing everybody at our company Christmas party last night :rofl:
I'm looking forward to 2014. Going to as many car shows and diesel events as I can and visit our drag strip regularly (I hope).