1970 RS SS LT1

[bergy]

Quick question for one of you gurus. I'm not too familiar with the options that were available on 1970 Camaros. I've located a 1970 RS SS with an LT1 engine. The numbers match and it's an unrestored car. I thought that the LT1 engine was only available in the Z28. Please comment on the availability of LT1 in non Z28. Also, if correct, is it rare? Regards, Bruce

[TDW]

From all that I have read and researched, LT-1 was only installed in Z28s, Corvettes and COPO Novas.

[Mr70]

Same here.
Does it have a Z/28 rear spoiler,band aid stripes or 15" tires?
It could be a factory SS/RS with the small block L-48 350/300HP engine.Aside from the obvious block/vehicle VIN comparisons,check to see if it has the typical SS & engine cid callout on the fenders,along w/an 18" articulated driverside wiper arm-(both arms black chromed),blacked out rear tail panel and 14" tires too.

[bergy]

fenders have been changed, but I can check out the wiper arm tonight. Thanks for your help - This site & the poeple on it are the best!

[Akron70RS]

Check the nastyz28 site for all the features you need to identify a true z28. They have a wealth of info there on second generation camaros.

[Hotrodpaul]

Some things to look for:

Z28 on the Trim Tag if Norwood built
8000 RPM tach with 6500 Redline
Floor mounted accelerator pedal
Single 3/8" fuel line going back to the tank
15 X 7" rims
Aluminum spacer under front lower A-arm bump stops
Any hidden buildsheets if it is an LA built car.
COZ or COO rear axle code (3.73 or 4.10 ratio)
Turbo 400 trans if automatic

There may be a few others..

Paul

[70 Forest Green Zee]

Also a 150 mph speedometer.