Full Build: Track Dominating 700+ HP Classic Camaro

This wild ride transforms a classic 1972 Camaro into a modern road course beast. Built for our friends EBC Brakes, it is brimming with cutting-edge performance upgrades and sleek aesthetics.

Under the hood, our Camaro boasts a custom Small Block Chevy built by Engine Power that pumps out over 700 horsepower in a naturally aspirated package.

What better way to achieve weight reduction and improved aerodynamics than with carbon fiber? We’ve swapped out the stock steel panels and trunk lid for custom-made carbon fiber ones.

Performance at the track? With better weight distribution and a significant drop in overall heft, our Camaro is primed for sharper turns and faster lap times. Not to mention, it looks absolutely killer with those slick carbon fiber touches highlighting its classic lines.

PARTS USED IN THIS EPISODE

ARP
8740 Chrome Moly

ARP
ARP Stainless Steel Bolts

Classic Industries
1970-73 Camaro Rally Sport; Front Bumper Nose

Classic Industries
1970-73 Camaro; Tail Lamp Lens; Left

Classic Industries
1970-73 Camaro; Tail Lamp Lens; Right

Classic Industries
1972-73 Camaro; RS Back Up Lens; Driver Side

Classic Industries
1972-73 Camaro; RS Back Up Lens; Passenger Side

Continental Tire
Hoosier Circuit Racing D.O.T. Radial Tires

EBC Brakes
EBC Balanced Brake Kit

EBC Brakes
EBC Blue Stuff Brake Pads

EBC Brakes
EBC Brakes

EBC Brakes
Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines

Holley
Hans Pro Ultra Lite

Holley
Simpson Racing Checkers Suit

Holley
Simpson Racing DNA X2 Shoes

Holley
Simpson Racing Magnata Gloves

Holley
Simpson Racing Nomex Socks

Holley
Simpson Racing Pro-Fit Balaclava White Head Sock

Holley
Simpson Racing SA2020 Bandit Helmet

P.O.R. Products
POR 15 Cleaner Degreaser

P.O.R. Products
POR15 Metal Prep

P.O.R. Products
POR15 Top Coat

Rogue Fabrication
Metal Tube Bender M625

Rogue Fabrication
VersaNotcher

Schaeffer Specialized Lubricants
708 Supreme 7000 Synthetic Plus Racing Oil

Summit Racing
Detroit Speed Inc. Mini-Tub Kit

Summit Racing
Lifeline Zero 2020 Fire Suppression System

Summit Racing
Wheel Fit Professional Wheel Fitment Tool Kit

Summit Racing
AeroCatch 120 Series Plus Flush Mount Hood Pins

Summit Racing
Allstar Performance Threaded Tubes

Summit Racing
Classic Performance Spindles

Summit Racing
Detroit Speed U-Bolt Kits

Summit Racing
QA1 Custom REV Series Carbon Fiber Driveshaft

Summit Racing
Radium Engineering RA-Series Fuel Cell

Summit Racing
RideTech Subframe Bushing Kit

Summit Racing
Summit Racing Chassis Shield Catalyst

Summit Racing
Summit Racing Epoxy Primer

Summit Racing
Summit Racing Insulated Clamps

Summit Racing
Summit Racing Oval Exhaust Tubing

UMI Performance
Suspension System

3030 AUTOSPORT
MOD3 Series Wheels

Blast From the Past
Sand Blasting & Powder Coating

Classic Industries
Camaro Nose Cone

Graphic Effects
Camaro Wrap

GUNIWHEEL
Guniwheel Wheels

Holley
Holley EFI 12.3" Pro Dash

MISHIMOTO
Aluminum Radiator

MISHIMOTO
Fan Shroud Kit

Nine Lives Racing
Big Wang Kit

Quick Performance
Full Floating Axle

Radium Engineering
Fuel Cell

Radium Engineering
Fuel Neck

SKF USA Inc.
X-Tracker Hub Bearings

Speedway Motors
Steering Column

Switch-Pros
Switch Panel Power System

UMI Performance
Viking Performance Shocks & Coil Overs

[geebsterswats]

I can’t believe with how long and detailed this compilation already is, that they skipped the entire engine bay fitment and fabrication, along with the entire interior firewall and transmission/driveshaft tunnel.

[rameywomer]

Thanks for choosing UMI Performance suspension for this build. Our '71 with a stock front clip and these leaf springs and traction bars have won every Pro-Touring autocross on the east coast. I have no doubt your car will exceed suspension expectations, especially for the value.

[roundrock]

Thank you! I’ve been waiting for this full build video.

[bmxrider]

When you do these compilations like this you should include the engine build as well

[Walkerfit]

This was inspirational I’m starting on a 72 rally sport very soon 💪🏾

[alexgoalby]

Great video and build, really enjoyed it. These two guys really do have a solid skill set to build this thing, hats off.

[willemp]

Thank you Powernation. That saved my Monday night.

[steveconner]

I know downforce, but that rear wing is hideous 😂

[thegreeneyej]

That was a good build. It kept me watching!.👍🏻

[dinkydotzero]

All that work and you finish it by putting a giant sticker on it, lol classic

[Weldingprobably]

It’s a beast, I bet it’s fun in the corners……good job guys 👊🏽

[farmer-jon]

Thank you very much for putting so much actual detail and how to’s in this build. It’s nice to not see a sponsor pitch every minute and a half. I understand some pitches are necessary, but we all watch for the how to and details, so it is MUCH APPRECIATED that you are going more in depth these days. I am not even a 70’s Camaro fan, but I will be watching the whole video multiple times because of the depth and breadth of ideas. Thank you 🙏

[baddaddy]

I’d love to see a before and after weigh in on this build. Great car guys

[beaublackford]

At least it’s not rotting in some mouse infested barn. Cars don’t have to be “stock” or “ original “ to be awesome

[toddhoward]

Yo gotta tell you guys you are the best better than any Assmonky show on TV or Utube I've been a fan since spike TV. I Can't say enough how unbelievably awesome you guys are and I love muscle cars but that 72 is my all time favorite You ever want to do a nice thing for a nice guy who is disabled I'd forever be in your gratitude

[dwyanejetersr]

You guys rock, Jeremy, Jimmy. Wow, wow,

[BernsteinOmega]

Took a few attempts, but I finished the whole video. I'm usually not a fan of cutting survivors up, but I approve this time. They glossed over some details in the edit, but it was an awesome build.

[FINfinFINfinFINfin]

All that time and money, I'm surprised that y'all kept leaf springs out back.

[Georgebd]

Unless I missed it somewhere you really didn't show how you finish the carbon fiber around the edges of the door or other panels? Did you wrap more graphite or just fill it in with mud?

[kent]

You missed every apex on the road course!