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.
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
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/
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).