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The next task was to reinstall the wiring harness in the car, starting with the dash, and then going under the hood.
This task was made easier by virtue that everything had been installed in the car once already for test fitting.
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V8TV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/V8TVOnce the engine was in place, the crew connected the headers and began installing the other ancillary items back onto the engine.
The Hydratech hydroboost brake booster was reinstalled.
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The air-conditioning hoses run through the passenger fender to minimize clutter.
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All the lines and hoses are neatly clamped together, and Gates heat shrink clamps secure fluid hoses.
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The brake master cylinder was reinstalled and the stainless brake lines reconnected.
Dual Spal fans will keep this car running cool.
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The Baer brake calipers were reinstalled and the brake system was bled. Upon completion, the crew reinstalled the Forgeline wheels and tires.
Soon, the crew reconnected the battery, added fuel, and the ZR9 came to life once again!
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V8TV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/V8TVThis car has Fesler door panels and power windows, so Tyler is in the process of reconnecting the linkages, custom door handles, and wiring the windows. The windows go in next.
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V8TV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/V8TVThe assembly continues underhood, including more wiring. This is a Dedenbear relay panel in the passenger front fender that powers things like cooling fans, supercharger intercooler pump, etc.
The air filter assembly lives in the driver front fender with a K&N Filter.
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All the components that will be visible through the grille are blacked-out.
Fesler billet turn signal lights are installed in the lower valance.
Detroit Speed RS headlight assemblies are installed next.
Trevor installs and aligns the new window glass.
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V8TV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/V8TVThe interior design of the ZR9 is a mix of ‘69 Camaro and new tech. We started with a set of Recaro seats and re-stitched the leather with a matching blue thread.
The stitching color is very subtle:
The center console was leather wrapped with matching blue thread as well.
The console was then skinned in Carbon Fiber to modernize the look.
The rear seats are a custom design and are covered in matching leather and blue stitching.
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V8TV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/V8TVThe custom rear package tray is skinned in leather, and features cut-outs for the rear speakers and roll cage. The speakers play through custom grilles.
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V8TV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/V8TVSoon it was time to start the exterior wetsand and buff process.
First the car is washed clean of dust and dangerous particles. Then, the edges and trim items are taped off and masked for protection.
Jeff hand wetsands the panels with a variety of sand paper grits, starting with 800 on rough areas and “nibs”, then progressing to 1000, 1200, 1500, 2000, 2500, and 3000 grit. The rigid rubber block ensures he does not leave finger impressions while sanding.
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V8TV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/V8TVThis sanding process leaves a very dull appearance that might make you nervous… like the paint has been trashed!
However, once the polishing starts, the magic happens and the car’s finish comes to life!
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