I see the radiator closeout panels are on ebay now item#8046732679.Is this the one that one of the members designed ?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/67-68-69-Camaro-radiator-aluminum-closeout-panel_W0QQitemZ8047232038QQcategoryZ6763QQssPageNa meZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I like that one. DSE's is a little too much and too noticable. This one cleans it up nice

I like it too.

Those look great. I guess I'm going to have to get on now.

I guess we can quit worrying where the template is now.

I bought it... didn't ask the wife, either

I guess we can quit worrying where the template is now.


Is that identical to the template being passed around?

Jody

not identical, the template covered the entire top of the rad support, this one just looks like it covers the ends where the ht adjusters are. Can't wait to see if it flops around in the middle, hope not.

Jody, go out and mess up your garage, it's too clean. Maybe that beater 'velle dripped some oil by now? I'll needa pic of that!

Those look great. I guess I'm going to have to get on now.
You better hurry, there were only six left and then I bought one.

on his other auction he has the same thing and has 10 left....i wonder how good of metal that is....i would rather the templet and make it myself

I bought one too for my buddies car, the blue 69 on my site.

Jody

Jody, go out and mess up your garage, it's too clean. Maybe that beater 'velle dripped some oil by now? I'll needa pic of that!

Jim, you need to see the second shop. That's the one I normally don't work in so it stays pretty clean. The bigger shop is messed up, just finished thrashing on the twin turbo GTO.

Jody

I think I want one. Has anyone seen one up close in person?

thats what i want to know ...the quality of the cuts and the metal

I bought one after the second post on this thread. I guess for 55.00 I will take the gamble on the quality. I can always get it polished or even painted if it somehow lacks in finish quality. I think it is a pretty neat idea and really completes the engine bay. I always thought it was lacking in that area.

Hi Guys! I'm the Closeout panel guy. To put your minds at ease, I made this design myself off of not only my Camaro but cars in our club. www.bakersfieldcamaros.com (http://www.bakersfieldcamaros.com) The metal is .060 aluminum CNC machined on my mill table. They are raw so that you can paint, polish, brush etc. I send them with a protective paper so they aren't all beat up by the time you install. I'm sure some tweaking will be necessary because of the way our cars are made no exact fit is possible. BUT I haven't had to tweak one yet. We are exploring other versions of this like personalizing with car names, club names, cubic inches. Anodizing and some other finishes STAY TUNED! Other car panels will be coming along with other products. IF you have some needs let me know!

how many do you have left.....if you rund out of the ones on ebay will you hae more in the future

Hi Guys! I'm the Closeout panel guy. To put your minds at ease, I made this design myself off of not only my Camaro but cars in our club. www.bakersfieldcamaros.com (http://www.bakersfieldcamaros.com) The metal is .060 aluminum CNC machined on my mill table. They are raw so that you can paint, polish, brush etc. I send them with a protective paper so they aren't all beat up by the time you install. I'm sure some tweaking will be necessary because of the way our cars are made no exact fit is possible. BUT I haven't had to tweak one yet. We are exploring other versions of this like personalizing with car names, club names, cubic inches. Anodizing and some other finishes STAY TUNED! Other car panels will be coming along with other products. IF you have some needs let me know!


Thanks for the info. Looks nice, can't wait to see it.

Jody

Add me to the list. I just bought one too. I couldn't wait.

Hi Guys! I'm the Closeout panel guy. To put your minds at ease, I made this design myself off of not only my Camaro but cars in our club. www.bakersfieldcamaros.com (http://www.bakersfieldcamaros.com) The metal is .060 aluminum CNC machined on my mill table. They are raw so that you can paint, polish, brush etc. I send them with a protective paper so they aren't all beat up by the time you install. I'm sure some tweaking will be necessary because of the way our cars are made no exact fit is possible. BUT I haven't had to tweak one yet. We are exploring other versions of this like personalizing with car names, club names, cubic inches. Anodizing and some other finishes STAY TUNED! Other car panels will be coming along with other products. IF you have some needs let me know!

Do you have information on the fender supports too? Close up pics maybe?

I will make as many as you want. The response at the local Goodguys March Meet was overwhemling but I'm gonna do it. The support bars aren't quite ready yet but soon, you'll be the first to know.

didja ship mine yet? didja? didja? didja?

There were two left.. now there's only one because I pushed the go button...had to do it babeeeeeeeeeeeeee !

didja ship mine yet? didja? didja? didja?
Goin' out in tomorrows batch!

Just bought mine, I like it!! :D

i just clicked the buy me now baby button also... i think i got the last one, according to the side bar which said only 1 available when i bought it... sorry for whoever missed out, but i'd say by the overwhelming response, he will make more.

'Nother set here http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/67-68-69-Camaro-radiator-aluminum-closeout-panel_W0QQitemZ8049476381QQcategoryZ6763QQrdZ1QQcm dZViewItem:D

Would you be able to ship to us folks up here in Canada?

I bought one today (when 3 were left). Please let me know when mine (hornetfe) ships. Hope to get it this week for a show this weekend.

Would you be able to ship to us folks up here in Canada?

Oh yeah, do it all the time. I forgot to enable that on one of the listings but the latest should show it. Auction #8049853650

Oh yeah, do it all the time. I forgot to enable that on one of the listings but the latest should show it. Auction #8049853650

How much to L3C 1M4?
The ebay ad wont give me an estimate.

Thanks

if i wanted to get one in say like a month with "ss" or summin milled into it kinda small how much would that be?

Black anodized would be awsome how much more? I want one now and my car is still in paint jail!

anodized would look awesome id be interested in that also

Just bought one. I'll report in on how it fits, installs and looks on my 68.

if i wanted to get one in say like a month with "ss" or summin milled into it kinda small how much would that be?

Give me an idea of what you want, how big etc I'll try to give you a price. I just did a pair of crossed flags to match Billet Specialties valve covers. Cost him an extra $50 cuz it takes a long time to clean out all those little squares. If you have art work saved as a .dxf file, it's faster and probably cheaper because I don't have to take time to clean up a scan.

Black anodized would be awsome how much more? I want one now and my car is still in paint jail!

Yeah I think anodized and then milled through to highlight an "SS" or "502" would be bitchin'. Gotta find a dependable anodizing shop! I'll let ya know.

How much to L3C 1M4?
The ebay ad wont give me an estimate.

Thanks

I don't know why it won't sorry. We just shipped one to Alberta for $20.00 insured USPostal.

Very nice. I made one myself out of .040 and had it powder coated flat black.

That's a great price.

I couldn't resist. Just ordered one myself. Looks awesome can't wait to get it and polish it up.

Just wanted to let you all know that I shipped a whole bunch today. If you paid for it already, yours is among them. I want to thank you all very much! Just too many to send out tracking #'s sorry.

Got one too, now how do I make it black??

Got mine today. Fast shipping, well packaged, and very nicely done. This is not cut on a bandsaw guys, it's a quality piece; also has the top side covered with protective tape that peels off so the product will be in perfect condition. :beers:

Jody

Did not know what a closeout panel was till i looked at pictures,{nice}.Im going to make me one out of polished stainless.Second thought,mabe brushed stainless.

ahh the peer pressure!!! lol Just got me one too

Yeah I think anodized and then milled through to highlight an "SS" or "502" would be bitchin'. Gotta find a dependable anodizing shop! I'll let ya know.
Let me know if you get a price for the black anodized.I could maybe get it done here if you cant find someplace there.

u guys suck... now i just bought one :)

The peer pressure here is just HORRIBLE!!

Look what I got on the big brown truck this afternoon!!!

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d143/sej275/DSCN0770.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d143/sej275/DSCN0769.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d143/sej275/DSCN0771.jpg

It's got a nice bend in it that you might be able to see near the mounting holes. Not all I need is time to work on the car. Moving next weekend!

Looks great! I can't wait for mine to get here!!!

Me too, I hope it shows up tomorrow!

:( all i got so far is a tracking number...

:( all i got so far is a tracking number...

That's what you get for living so far from California! :) Then again, how many companies provide a tracking number on an order?

Jody

:( all i got so far is a tracking number...

Don't worry Jim, I'm sure you'll get yours installed before me...

What are people doing to finish theirs?

I made one and had it powdercoated satin black.

That's what you get for living so far from California! :)
I went to California once.... actually several times. San deigo and the bay area were very nice. Went to LA once, sucked so hard the wife and I paid the airlines an extra grand to get out of there early!!!

Yeah, but we will be safe with our Camaros when California falls in the ocean... :p
That's what you get for living so far from California! :) Then again, how many companies provide a tracking number on an order?

Jody

I took my first trip to California about a month ago, to go to Disneyland. Besides getting the worst case of the flu I think I've ever had, the traffic was a friggin' nightmare, and Dallas traffic ain't exactly good. Seriously, it's a nice place to visit, but I was HAPPY to get the he$$ out of there and back home to Texas!!!!

Mines installed, I like it!!!!

http://www.BartonekDragRacing.com/webfilez/closeout1.jpg

Looks great hopefully mine will be hear soon! One question how much support does the panel have around the hood latch opening?
Mines installed, I like it!!!!

http://www.BartonekDragRacing.com/webfilez/closeout1.jpg

Very little support, but I don't really think any is needed, the bolts on the outside kind of pull it up a little on the outside.........You could probably fashion a support bracket and use the front bolts there on the latch, if you're really concerned about it. Maybe after it's been there a while it might start to droop, then it would be an issue........KZ

WooHoo! fedex says mine is "out for delivery" today!!!

Wuts this about some were available polished? wish I'd a known that... oh well.

Got mine today. It looks awesome. Thanks

Well, I gotta say...

That was the best $60 I spent on this car in a long time
It's professionally made and packaged
It fit
It took all of 6 minutes to install, including readjusting the hood stops.
It looks GREAT!

Received mine today. Excellent, very fast delivery, literally couple of days. Very well packaged. The metal even has a protective peel off covering on the top side to protect it. Can't wait to install it. These are a real and affordable service to the hobbly.

Well, I gotta say...

That was the best $60 I spent on this car in a long time
It's professionally made and packaged
It fit
It took all of 6 minutes to install, including readjusting the hood stops.
It looks GREAT!

Oh...the peer pressure!

OK,that did it,I just ordered one.Mine will need some modifications though since my hood pins are in the location of the hood bumpers.

Either way,it'll look slick.

Hey Jim, that looks great with your matching fan shroud!

Just got the delivery minutes ago...nice piece and professional packaging too!

Very satisfied...will install this weekend.

Bought one!!

Mine was shipped SAME DAY...!

Got mine last night! Went to install and neither of the hood adjusters would budge and I ended up snapping them both off. :-{

Got mine last night! Went to install and neither of the hood adjusters would budge and I ended up snapping them both off. :-{

See...then they needed to come off then!

All is not lost, rocket!

When I had my car apart last year, both of mine snapped off too. The ends of the bolts were totally rusted solid into the nut welded into the rad support. I started with a small drill and worked my way up to the correct size, then ran a tap thru em. Worked like a dream, I think that rust is stronger than the original steel!

Also, if the rubber parts are in good shape, what you get when you order these things from a repro house is the rubbers, and 2 countersunck head straight slot machine screws. Save some time and money and get the machine screws at the hardware store when you buy the tap and the drill, just pop your rubbers on em!

This is just like the one I made out of sheet abs, $55 ? Missed opportunity.

All is not lost, rocket!

When I had my car apart last year, both of mine snapped off too. The ends of the bolts were totally rusted solid into the nut welded into the rad support. I started with a small drill and worked my way up to the correct size, then ran a tap thru em. Worked like a dream, I think that rust is stronger than the original steel!

Also, if the rubber parts are in good shape, what you get when you order these things from a repro house is the rubbers, and 2 countersunck head straight slot machine screws. Save some time and money and get the machine screws at the hardware store when you buy the tap and the drill, just pop your rubbers on em!

Thanks for the advice. I have also noticed a lot of time the replacement hardware you buy is the same stuff you can get at the local hardware stor for a fraction of the cost. Case in point was the bolts for the gas tank straps. I ordered them as part of larger order for like $8, ended up gettting the dame thing locally for $2.

Jim,
Where did you get your fan shroud.

It was made by Wade at Mahaffey motorsports in Maryland. Another forum member put me onto him last year. Custom ones ran around $250, but he has patterns for 67-69 SBC's with 21" radiators so should price those under $200. He made 2 for us last year, for my 68, and for Steve "jackstands" Jack's" 69. The 69 one is 1" shorter because of the long water pump. He also does custom race car tin and shrouds to work with electric fans. His website is http://www.mahaffeymotorsports.com

Thanks for the info I will check him out!

I tried to install mine last night by drilling bigger holes to fit over my hood pins which are in the stock location of the hood bumpers...but I'm still trying to figure out how to get behind the cover to tighten up the nuts...my arms aren't that long!

ouch, that could be tough...

pull the battery and washer bottle and reach up from behind?
or
pull the headlights?

What is the easiest way to change sub frame mounts?

What is the easiest way to change sub frame mounts?

What does that have to do with the topic of the thread? Besides you already started a thread on the topic here:

http://www.camaros.net/forums/showthread.php?t=78133

:D Got mine today.:D Do I polish or powder coat it satin black?:confused:

I made one and had it powder coated flat black which looks more satin to me, for a stealthier look.

ouch, that could be tough...

pull the battery and washer bottle and reach up from behind?
or
pull the headlights?

I think with long enough extentions and someone on top,I can probably reach them from underneath...at least I think I can.

Battery and washer bottle are both out of the car...but access is still restricted.

Could access them by removing the headlamps but I'd rather avoid that whole mess if I can.

Man you guys have purchased so many the price went up five bucks! I should have ordered mine in the first batch was kinda waiting to see if he found a place to have one anodized black.

Hey guys... nice piece... I can do some work in Solidworks2005 and make .dxf files if you need artwork converted...

I can do it in AutoCAD too..... YES 700 POSTS !!!!!!!!!!

There were two left.. now there's only one because I pushed the go button...had to do it babeeeeeeeeeeeeee !

Bought mine on March 21st..KZ posted after me that he bought one too on the 21st....he then posted on the 26th with a picture of his installed....it's April 4th and I still don't have mine.....getting treated like a red headed step child...like a rented mule....like Rodney Dangerfield , no respect ......what's the dealio ? :)

When mine didn't show up as quickly as some of the others, I sent the seller an email thru ebay, he resonded immediately and took care of it...

Send the guy a note, Van. If you don't have yours by now, it musta gotten lost!

If the shoe fits... ;)
Bought mine on March 21st..KZ posted after me that he bought one too on the 21st....he then posted on the 26th with a picture of his installed....it's April 4th and I still don't have mine.....getting treated like a red headed step child...like a rented mule....like Rodney Dangerfield , no respect ......what's the dealio ? :)

You set yourself up there and I couldn't turn that down, sorry...

If the shoe fits... ;)


You set yourself up there and I couldn't turn that down, sorry...

Don't take it personal Buck, they know I'm the all powerful King of eBay, hence the preferential treatment...........:D

Bought panel on April 1st got it today April 7th.
Now I have to figure where to relocate my overflow tank?

I'm going to be ordering one too.

Couldn't resist.. just ordered the anodized one.

SoCal,

You have mail.

Can you still get these?

Here ya go:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/67-68-69-Camaro-radiator-aluminum-closeout-panel_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ6763QQitemZ805620 1504QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

there was two a little while,but i got the other one! better move quick!

He'll put more up when those go.

Thanks,I got the other one.

Got mine today and it looks great!

Only thing I can wrong is, it has long diagonal scratches when I pulled the paper off.
Anyone notice this?

Got mine in 5 Days cause I live is Florida and was nicely packaged and it took all of ten minutes to install NOW just have to make up my mine wether to paint it black or polish it. Last thought will it make my car run Cooler anybody notice any difference in Temp with it, I haven't had time to take mine for a ride yet but if doesn't rain tonight I am going to Car Cruise and check it out then.

Looking for template, Seen Joe's and like it. $55 can buy a sheet (or close to it).

Anyone ?

Got mine in 5 Days cause I live is Florida and was nicely packaged and it took all of ten minutes to install NOW just have to make up my mine wether to paint it black or polish it. Last thought will it make my car run Cooler anybody notice any difference in Temp with it, I haven't had time to take mine for a ride yet but if doesn't rain tonight I am going to Car Cruise and check it out then.

Speaking of keeping things cool:

Has anyone checked out the bottom close-out panel that Derel offers...?
I bought one ($150+$15 shipping) and mounted it and it looks real sharp.Keeps the engine bay real clean and seals against the radiator for good airflow.Only downside I can think of is you can't jack up the car from the front anymore because the cover is sort of in the way there.Doesn't affect me much because my car is so low,I have to go in from the sides anyway.

Real nice piece and it makes a nice addition to the upper panel...

I thought the more you make the cheaper they got? Now they're 65.

Derel installed a lower close-out panel on my Camaro last week. I like it because it helps keep the engine bay free of dust and bugs. It also seems to alter the air flow under the car to stop the front from lifting up when cruzing. I have the upper-close panel and between the two the car runs a little cooler. It also adds a finishing touch to the underside.

I guess I'll need to mock my own up ?

I guess I'll need to mock my own up ?
If you are looking for the closeout template PM your address and I will send you my copy.

Hi, Does Anyone Know Where The Template Is At Or Who Has It? There Was A List And My Name Was On It But It Seems Nobody Knows Where Its At. Its A Shame That It Seems To Be Lost Or That Members Hang On To It And Do Not Forward It. I Bet Who Ever Has It Was Glad To Get It, But How About The Rest Of Us? You Know The Person That Sent It Out In The Beginning Was Trying To Help Out All Of Us!!! So Who Ever Has It, Please, Please Pass It On And Help The Rest Of Us Out. Thanks Gary J.

Gary Jacobson 2213 Mitchell Drive Eureka Il. 61530 And Thanks

PM sent and Thanks. :hurray:

Hi, Does Anyone Know Where The Template Is At Or Who Has It? There Was A List And My Name Was On It But It Seems Nobody Knows Where Its At. Its A Shame That It Seems To Be Lost Or That Members Hang On To It And Do Not Forward It. I Bet Who Ever Has It Was Glad To Get It, But How About The Rest Of Us? You Know The Person That Sent It Out In The Beginning Was Trying To Help Out All Of Us!!! So Who Ever Has It, Please, Please Pass It On And Help The Rest Of Us Out. Thanks Gary J.

This thread is not talking about the same template as you are. This one was about a panel that was for sale on ebay. The other one has the list of names, and currently I have the template. I'm going to be sending it out to the next in line this weekend. Here's the thread you're thinking of:
http://www.camaros.net/forums/showthread.php?t=57477

Derel installed a lower close-out panel on my Camaro last week. I like it because it helps keep the engine bay free of dust and bugs. It also seems to alter the air flow under the car to stop the front from lifting up when cruzing. I have the upper-close panel and between the two the car runs a little cooler. It also adds a finishing touch to the underside.

I agree....

My bad, and thanks for the link.

any news on the rad. support bars?

n/m on the last post
i emailed the guy.

here is the email he sent me....really nice guy but price seems a little high to me his email is tcastle@bak.rr.com (tcastle@bak.rr.com)

Hi Chris,


You have come to the right place ! . . . . . .

We are about to announce the release of our new Billet Core support Braces.

They will be selling for $ 169.00 + $ 9.00 S&H

If you are interested in buying a set I would be happy to give you Paypal payment instructions and ship you a set.


Here are some better pictures:
http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/7113/pic013ot2.jpg

http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/1753/pic014tf8.jpg

Let me know if you decide to make a purchase . . .

Thanks !

Dave Castle