Blown 1970 Chevelle SS

[51WillysJeep]

Hey Guys, as some of you may know I pretty much sold off all of my "show" R/C rigs, because last year I was presented an opportunity to buy my buddys 1970 Chevelle SS. He had already installed a 468 Big block motor in it just before I bought it last fall. Once I got the car home I pulled out the motor and tranny ( muncie 4 speed) and went thru the entire thing over the winter, and then re-built and repainted it my way ( which also included the addition of the polished Weiand 6-71 blower). Now I finally believe its worthy of posting a few pics.. I've still got a LONG ways to go.. ( need to buy a new pair of blower referenced carbs, wire up the ignition system, run new fuel line and pressure regulator to the carbs, need to buy another blower belt as well as the correct pulley relocation spacers, etc, etc, etc ). As time goes on, I'm sure more of my R/C stuff will end up on here in the for sale section when I need more parts for this thing, LOL, should be a pretty fun toy when its all done..!! Will post more pics as the build progresses.

[boosted4lyf]

So sick. What kind of compression are you running? How many lbs of boost with that pulley set up?
Very jealous man. I had an 82 c10 with a stroked 496 I wish I never would have parted with.

Are you setting up to run pump fuel?

[51WillysJeep]

Originally Posted by boosted4lyf

So sick. What kind of compression are you running? How many lbs of boost with that pulley set up?
Very jealous man. I had an 82 c10 with a stroked 496 I wish I never would have parted with.

Are you setting up to run pump fuel?

Thanks man..!! The compression is right at 8.5:1 and right now the pulleys are setup with an 8% underdrive ( until I can get it all fine tuned), then I will play with the boost and see how much trouble I can get in..!! As of right now I haven't even fired it up yet with the current setup ( I can't hardly wait for the first time I turn the key..!!!) , Oh and yes, This thing will be streetable and will be run on pump gas ( 92 octane) and fuel additive if it needs to be higher. The Idea with this car is sort of a "pro mod/pro touring" style car when its all done, which reminds me - still gotta add the interior rollcage..!!

[boosted4lyf]

12 bolt rear?
Narrowed 9" and tubs?

Edit* nothing like a set of butterflies poking out from the hood, keep us updated man.

[51WillysJeep]

Originally Posted by boosted4lyf

12 bolt rear?
Narrowed 9" and tubs?

Edit* nothing like a set of butterflies poking out from the hood, keep us updated man.

Yes, 12 bolt posi rear end, oh, and I already installed a line-lock.., I better stock up on rear tires now..!!!!

After doing some research online, I contacted a guy over in New Zealand ( yeah, you read that right) and I had him make me the blower scoop, with custom anodized parts and fittings . I purchased it from "www.alsblowers.com". The guy that runs the shop over there has direct ties with the legendary drag racer Don Garlits..!! I had to wait for almost 2 months to get it, but it was 1000% worth the wait - It is by FAR one of the single nicest custom pieces I have EVER seen...!!

[51WillysJeep]

Heres a close-up of the scoop

[boosted4lyf]

Damn man that thing makes my pants tight. that scoop definitely looks like it was worth the wait very very nicely done

[Crimson Rock Crawler]

Horsepower ???

[1BadJeepBruiser]

So what you are saying is, this will be faster then my Subaru ??

Just asking

[Cheatin]

Weiand's (why-and) webbed front blower drive cover looks the best the industry has to offer (make sure the gears have oil!!!). BTW, screw the carbs and save the cash for injection under that bugcatcher!

Oh, sweet ride man, gotta' love the sound of the weez!

[STANG KILLA SS]

the 70 SS is pretty much my all time favority muscle car.
while im more into protouring than prostreet. that is a sick ride. looks like top notch parts and work too.

is it white?
what ya got planed for hood? none? hacked stock? hacked fiberglass?

[51WillysJeep]

Originally Posted by Crimson Rock Crawler

Horsepower ???

Honestly, not 100% sure at the moment. When its all said and done, I'm hoping around 500 - 700+ horse.

Originally Posted by 1BadJeepBruiser

So what you are saying is, this will be faster then my Subaru ??

Just asking

LOL, we'll just have to line em' up when they're both finished and see what happens I guess... .

Originally Posted by Cheatin

Weiand's (why-and) webbed front blower drive cover looks the best the industry has to offer (make sure the gears have oil!!!). BTW, screw the carbs and save the cash for injection under that bugcatcher!

Oh, sweet ride man, gotta' love the sound of the weez!

Thanks, I love that look as well..! ( oh, and yes the drive gears have plenty of oil..!! ). Injection would be nice but its MAD expensive ( ALOT more than the current set-up I've got now). I'll prob just keep it carb'd for now, and see what happens in the future..

Originally Posted by STANG KILLA SS

the 70 SS is pretty much my all time favority muscle car.
while im more into protouring than prostreet. that is a sick ride. looks like top notch parts and work too.

is it white?
what ya got planed for hood? none? hacked stock? hacked fiberglass?

Thanks Dude, Yes the previous owner had painted it white. When I'm done however, it will be the correct GM "Cranberry Red" with gloss black racing stripes.. I actually have another hood ( minus the true SS "cowl Induction" vent) that I've already cut a hole thru for the blower. Just gotta weld in an inseam and start some finish bodywork.

[51WillysJeep]

Here it is the day I picked it up from my buddy last fall ( I bought it just as you see it in the pics below). It also came with a TON of extra and spare parts as well..!! I absolutely LOVE the American Racing Torq thrust wheels and BFG tires on it and it made me want the car that much more knowing those were included with the sale..! Its in really great shape overall with NO major rust issues, the body just needs a little TLC, which is the next step I've got to get going on once the motor is complete..!! . It sits a little high in the nose, so I'll be adding 2" drop spindles, and will also going UP in tire size in the rear to give it a real mean "rake" when its done, which is exactly the look I'm going after.

[51WillysJeep]

Heres the "Before" shot of the motor right before I pulled it out to go thru it.

[chino63]

Wow man, that's nice. Your color choice will look awesome on her.

One of my favorite year Chevelles too!

[51WillysJeep]

Originally Posted by chino63

Wow man, that's nice. Your color choice will look awesome on her.

One of my favorite year Chevelles too!

Thanks Dean, I actually just saw pics of your new FJ40... Wanna trade.... LOL..!!!

[chino63]

Originally Posted by 51WillysJeep

Thanks Dean, I actually just saw pics of your new FJ40... Wanna trade.... LOL..!!!

Ha!

I don't think the Chevelle will make it through the Rubicon.

[51WillysJeep]

Originally Posted by chino63

Ha!

I don't think the Chevelle will make it through the Rubicon.

Hey, I could always modify it for ya..!!!



And just think - with that blown motor, you wouldn't have to worry about "crawling" over the rocks, you'd simply fly over them..!! LOL !!

[chino63]

Originally Posted by 51WillysJeep

Hey, I could always modify it for ya..!!!



And just think - with that blown motor, you wouldn't have to worry about "crawling" over the rocks, you'd simply fly over them..!! LOL !!

Awesome, straight trade!

But first do me a favor and figure out how many gas cans will fit in the trunk. For some strange reason I have the feeling I might need some extra fuel....

[STANG KILLA SS]

Originally Posted by 51WillysJeep

<---- Jealous