Strike A Pose: The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZR9 Steals The Spotlight

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A rare moment when the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro “ZR9” is standing still and posing for a glamour shot! This pro-touring Camaro was a big project, with an all-new body and a MAST Motorsports 840 HP RHS 427 topped with an LS9 supercharger. It features a full custom leather and carbon fiber interior, Detroit Speed suspension, Forgeline wheels, Magnaflow Exhaust, Baer Brakes, a Tremec T56 Magnum 6-speed, and a lot more… but the Jetstream Blue color is one of the highlights. We were honored to build the car at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, and the owner has had it over 167 MPH on an open road outside of the USA!

Complete build photo gallery: https://v8speedshop.com/ZR9

#builttodrive #protouring #camaro

1977 Pontiac Trans Am Restomod Revival at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop

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Adding some “Bad” to the Bandit!

Calling all Trans Am fans! Buckle up, because V8 Speed and Resto Shop is taking a classic 1977 Firebird and turning it into a pro-touring monster. This isn’t your average T-Top Trans Am – it’s a non-T-Top model that’s about to receive a complete overhaul.

Take A Ride In This 1977 Pontiac LS3 Trans Am Video!

530 Horsepower Heart Transplant

The centerpiece of this transformation is a brand new LS3 V8 engine. This beast pumps out a whopping 530 horsepower, a far cry from the original engine’s output. To handle all that extra power, the shop is also installing a 4L70E overdrive transmission.

Straightening The Curves

But it’s not just about straight-line speed. V8 Speed and Resto knows that a pro-touring car needs to handle corners like a dream. That’s why they’re outfitting this Trans Am with a Global West suspension system. This upgrade will ensure precise handling and confidence-inspiring grip. YearOne 17″ wheels complete the look for any Trans Am!

Comfort is also important, even for a car built for performance. The shop isn’t forgetting about everyday usability. They’re installing a Vintage Air A/C system to keep things cool on those hot summer days.

To keep the driver informed, the classic instrument cluster is being replaced with a modern Dakota Digital gauge setup. This will provide all the essential information in a clear and stylish way.

Follow Along as we complete the transformation of this Trans Am and set it free on the open road!

1938 Ford Pickup Updates at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop

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This cool hot rod pickup came to the V8 Speed and Resto Shop in need of some maintenance and upgrades. It’s powered by a traditional multi-carbed flathead Ford V8, and has cool traditional hot rod elements all over. The owner loves to drive it, but is concerned with some possible low oil pressure issues, steering clearances, exhaust volume, and ride quality. We’ll address all those in the photos below!

Happy Father’s Day-Meet Brian Wibbenmeyer

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Happy Father’s Day from V8 Speed and Resto! Carrying on our weekend long Father’s Day Pics of the V8 Speed and Resto Crew; meet Brian Wibbenmeyer. His caption on this photo:

“I found the original picture I wanted to share for Father’s Day. This is me standing on the trailer as my father writes a check to pay for the 69 Camaro project that would be his first restoration and got me hooked on this industry/lifestyle.”

Picture is circa 1986.

Enthusiasm for cool cars often starts at a young age, and we’re happy Brian continues to share his enthusiasm with all of us!

Happy Father’s Day-Meet Jason (Sarge) Beebe

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Happy Father’s Day from V8 Speed and Resto! Carrying on our weekend long Father’s Day Pics of the V8 Speed and Resto Crew; meet Jason (Sarge) Beebe – Shipping & Receiving Parts Leader. The love of cars has been the common thread between Jason and his father. Cars featured are their 1969 Chevrolet Camaro and 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle.

resized thumbnail 8 1 3 — Brother’s 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.

Happy Father’s Day: Meet Brian, Mike and Trevor

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V8 Speed and Resto Crew wishes all father’s (past, present and future) a very Happy Father’s Day. Check out some of our crew’s memorable pictures.

Trevor Spence, Team Lead and Project Planning is working with his dad back in the day on his 1937 Terraplane Cab Pickup Express.

Brian Wibbenmeyer, Parts Manager is hanging out by his father’s 1964 Chevy Truck.

Mike Ford , technician at V8 Speed and Resto spent many weekends at the race track with his father-in-law.

Happy Father’s Day-Meet Lisa and Bob

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Continuing our Father’s Day Pics from the V8 Speed and Resto crew meet; Bob Schramm and Lisa Woods are a father & daughter duo here at V8 Speed and Resto. Lisa handles Marketing and Events at V8TV Productions and Bob is Shop Cleaning/Maintenance.

Lisa: “As a kid, our 1977 Ford Wagon held countless memories, particularly during family vacations. The spacious back wagon became our makeshift play area, brimming with excitement and anticipation. However, the summer heat transformed it into a sweltering sauna, as we traveled for hours with no air conditioning, but thanks dad for adding the mattress the year we went to Alabama .”

Bob: “Watching my dad spend many evenings and weekends on his early 1950’s Dodge truck is something I will always cherish”. “Hanging out in the garage, the smell of oil and paint was where we had some of our best conversations”.

Happy Father’s Day-Meet Tobie Cochran

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The memories of working on a car with your father are some of the best. Meet Toby Cochran; Paint Prep/Detailer of V8 Speed and Resto Shop. This picture was taken of him and his father getting his old 2010 R/T Challenger ready for Street Machine Nationals.

Street Machine Nationals in DuQuoin, IL next weekend June, 23-June 25.

Pro Touring Pontiac Trans Am Independent Rear Suspension Detroit Speed Subframe Full Build Preview

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This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am is transforming into a high-end Pro Touring car at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop. Power comes from a Chevrolet Performance LS3 V8, and it is installed in a Detroit Speed hydroformed front subframe. It’s backed by a Tremec T-56 6-speed manual transmission, sending power back to a fully independent rear suspension IRS system from Heidts.

The Trans Am is a full build at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, and was stripped to bare steel before being sprayed in a protective epoxy primer. The body had minimal rust, so it is in the test fit stage in this video. Subscribe to be updated on the progress of this car as we do all the mechanical upgrades, body and paint, complete interior, and tuning.

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Happy Father’s Day- Meet Joe Dahm

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As Father’s Day approaches V8 Speed and Resto is sharing some of our own Father’s Day pictures. Meet Joe Dahm; Sales Manager/Customer Relations of V8 Speed and Resto with his daughter Evelyn….. It all starts with a car wash!

#fathersday #v8speedshop #fathersday2023 #v8speedandresto

TO CONNECT PEOPLE TO THE BEST TIMES OF THEIR LIVES THROUGH THINGS WITH WHEELS

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Adding some “Bad” to the Bandit!

Take A Ride In This 1977 Pontiac LS3 Trans Am Video!

530 Horsepower Heart Transplant

Straightening The Curves

Follow Along as we complete the transformation of this Trans Am and set it free on the open road!