DANA "427" Camaro found...thanks to Jeff Chlupsa

ORIGLS6 · #1 03-24-2007, 05:47 AM

Brian,
Are those Cragars from 'the day'? How about the tires?

That thing is a time capsule!

**bkhpah** · #2 03-24-2007, 05:49 AM

The CRAGARS are direct bolt pattern "from the day" mags...The tires are old school as well, but the tires are unusable. I am still surprised they held air...BKH

**Charley Lillard** · #3 03-24-2007, 07:00 AM

If that is orig paint I think I would use that rust removal stuff that NJsteve is using and just remove all the rust. Then polish the paint and Boeshield the bare metal. What a great survivor.

LVCamaro · #4 03-24-2007, 07:48 AM

I ordered a 55 gallon drum of that stuff to try with my pressure washer:

rust remover

on a couple project cars here at my shop

JChlupsa · #5 03-24-2007, 08:19 AM

When you get the stuff let me know and I will come take pictures of you spraying the project cars

JoeG · #6 03-24-2007, 08:21 AM

So what are we gonna see a hand holding a hose.....

**Steve Shauger** · #7 03-24-2007, 08:36 PM

Steve congrats on the acquisition of this magnificent time capsule. My recommendation is to detail it a bit, install the drivetrain and then enjoy it as is for a period of time. BTW we would love to have this one certified through our Vintage Certification program as well.

What makes this site so enjoyable is the cooperative atmosphere and helpful folks that make up this site. Kudos to Jeff, Brian and a host of other people that helped make this happen.

LVCamaro · #8 03-24-2007, 08:50 PM

are you guys [Vintage Camaro] at Carlisle this summer again judging/certifying cars, Steve? I have 3 other cars from here going to the indoor display at Carlisle this summer, so MAYBE Brian and I can figure out a way to get this 68 DANA conversion Camaro there too [before restoration commencement]. I haven't spoken with Brian since his long trip to Hawaii, but I plan to contact him later this week to discuss a strategy best befitting this car.

SS

**Steve Shauger** · #9 03-24-2007, 11:30 PM

Yes our Vintage Camaro Certification program (Brett M, Joe S. Bob H. and myself)will be at Carlisle. This is our eigth year. We appreciate your support of our program and know the passion you have for survivor caliber cars. I hope to speak with Brian this coming week as well(maybe twist his arm

).

dreamweaver · #10 03-25-2007, 09:25 PM

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I ordered a 55 gallon drum of that stuff to try with my pressure washer:

rust remover

I ordered a couple of 5 gallon tubs last year and have used it "as per the instructions"... soaking for extended periods of time (30 minutes to 2 days). How can you use this with a pressure washer? My understanding is that there must be either immersion or constant contact with the metal in order for it to work its magic.

on a couple project cars here at my shop

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