Roadster Shop’s LS3-Swapped 1969 Chevy Camaro Hits The Dyno: Video
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This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro has been built by Roadster Shop as part of the ‘Survivor Series’, meaning the pony car retains its original shell, but now rides on a bolt-on SPEC chassis, much like the SPEC ’67 Camaro that we covered previously. That gives it the strength and rigidity of a full frame, reducing flex and translating into tighter control.
Other feature highlights of this first-gen Camaro include Wilwood 6-piston brakes, Forgeline OE1 wheels designed by Roadster Shop, and a clean, deep forest green finish.
And then, of course, there’s the powertrain. With a more modern 6.2L LS3 V8 under the hood, mated to a 4L60 transmission, this Camaro was observed putting out 380.5 horsepower and 384.4 lb-ft of torque on its second dyno run. Not too shabby.
Go ahead and click play to hear this piece of eye candy sing on the dynamometer.
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My first car was a 69 Camaro SS350, same color combo/vinyl top as above, but with hockey stick white stripe on front fenders. Granted, it didn’t have LS3 with a SPEC full frame like above, but it was a fun and easy car to drive with a four speed.
The nice part about the early Camaros was that you had a higher seat position and great visibility, which was better for safety. I wish the New Camaro has at least a slightly higher roof line with taller glass. I know it would hinder performance a little, but Chevy would attract a broader mix of buyers who avoid poor visibility and sitting on the ground.
In a world of taller vehicles, the Camaro needs better visibility and seating position.