It has been a while since I have posted let alone had much garage time to work on the Camaro. The weekends have been getting better and I have some more new parts to play with. They include the Hotchkis rear sports kit. So now once I rebuild the 12-bolt, I should be able to get it mounted with this kit. The subframe connectors are on back order, but it will be a while before I am ready for those. Both of these were purchased with the Hotchkis annual Black Friday sale. I plan on getting the kit for the front next Black Friday. I also have what I need to install the subframe to the body as well. Some of this will involve getting an extra set of hands on the weekend to assist with. So within the next few weeks, I hope to get some more updates to share.
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12-bolt update
Ordered the last of the parts I need for the rebuild of the 12-bolt. Just need a couple of tools for the job. Debating on renting them vs buying them. Verified the parts I ordered match what I thought I needed comparing them to the original parts. Maybe start next weekend? I really need to get more garage time in, but work and other priorities have conflicted. Dusting off and revising my to-do list out there.
Rear Brakes
Received my rear brake’s for the 12-bolt rebuild. These are complete with the parking brake cable. I was going to go the disc brake route, but decided against it after researching posts on the topic. These should do just fine. The goal for this weekend is to inspect the rest of the parts and order what remains before re-assembling. I spent time watching the rebuild video start-to-finish and have already added to my shopping list. The 12-bolt gasket and bolts should be here next weekend.
More 12-bolt parts…
Yukon Gear & Axle Pinion Bearing and Eaton Posi Limited-Slip Gear Service Kit… Still need a few more parts before rebuilding
Another shipment for the 12-bolt rebuild
Picked this up on sale for the 12-bolt re-build: 
70 RS Bumper (Nose)
Already have another I will use, but couldn’t pass this up. Some cracks in the primer. This Spring I will strip and inspect in more detail:
8-22-2020 – More Suspension Parts
More parts for the 12-bolt rebuild. A set of rear end axle bearings and sleeves:
8-14-2020 Update
Have not posted much related to the Camaro lately. 2021 is dedicated to the suspension (including 12-bolt). The supplies are starting to trickle in:
engine mounts and misc screws for the misc parts in pic #2
New cross shaft for the 12-bolt rebuild – American Express had a deal with Summit Racing where if you spend $50 you get $10 back. I couldn’t pass up:
4-25-2020 – Tenzo-R-Turismo
I discovered another Tenzo-R-Turismo steering wheel and bought it (on left). I like it better than the first one I bought (on right).
Been busy swapping the mower deck back on the riding mower after taking the snow blower off. Going to have a few weeks of furlough this year, so coming up with a to-do list for the Camaro to see what I can work on. First will be some yard work around Memorial Day and then more time starting July for the Camaro.
01-01-2020 – AC and Heater Box
So I came across a reconditioned AC and Heater box from The Part Guy: thepartguy.com and got a good deal. I have enough parts, but they would have to be mailed off and then reconditioned, so I ended up getting the pair since they were available and ready to go – along with a deal for buying both at the same time!
The problem is – I don’t know where I have room to store these until I mount them… But since the firewall is painted, there is no reason why I can’t go ahead and mount them! I need to order the proper screws\bolts and the sealant used for these and then get them mounted to the firewall! Give me a few weeks and I should be able to post an update and pics!
