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Additionally, the book includes detailed specifications for nhra classification and descriptions of the aftermarket parts. Chevrolet copo camaro goes from conceptto production stock eliminator drag racer the quickestcamaro ever offered by chevrolet. Pace performance offers copo camaro build book for owners and. Also available is chevrolet performance s copo camaro build book part number 88958767, which provides an insiders.
More than color pages and hundreds of photos depict the build process at the specialty copo build center, near detroit. Nov 04, 2019 new lsxsc cylinder head from chevrolet performance parts. Specializing in performance parts, kits, and low volume niche programs, turn key can provide the expertise, parts, services, and support to bring your project from rendering to reality, be it a oneoff hobby project or. Hot rod march 2016 magazine 16 ways to build a 10second car, truck, or even a frontwheeldrive 900hp hellcat is here. Chevrolet builds 69 copo camaros strictly for nhra racing all images courtesy chevrolet performance everybody knows that the copo ordering method was a great way to get around the rpo and order a car that was ready to go racing with from the factory. Whatever you want, rest assured youll get the very best pricing online and fast, affordable shipping. Its all in the details for chevrolet performances copo camaro. He ordered the corvair through the copo program and created the corvair stinger to mount a scca road race campaign. Chevrolet performances new 20 catalog helps racers get their start building their own stock eliminator race car, with several specialty components used on the production copo camaros, including the unique composite hood and provisions for mounting a solid rear axle. Nationals in 20 and we expect an even larger turnout with the new cars in 2014, said campbell. National records for quartermile times in these contests are in the ninesecond range. The copo camaros, chevelles, and novas of the 1960s and early 1970s were. Shop copo parts direct building your own copo camaro.
How chevrolet performance turns a bodyinwhite camaro into a. More information on chevrolet models can be found at. How chevrolet performance turns a bodyinwhite camaro. Whether youre a classic chevy fan or modern muscle is more your style, the reintroduction of the copo camaro in 2012 was a chevy enthusiasts dream come true and a game changer for the industry. A 69car production was selected to commemorate the original number of zl1 copo camaros made in 1969. Chevrolet performances copo camaro build book part number 88958767 provides an insiders look at the assembly of the production race cars through. Stepbystep instructions on how to build a copo camaro drag car. This book includes instruction about brakes, suspension, rear axles, intake and exhaust, cooling, fuel systems, transmissions, ls engine mods, superchargers, turbochargers, ecm tuning, aftermarket efis, and more. And now thanks to pace performance, you can commemorate the cars continuation with the official copo build book offered by chevrolet performance.
An illustrated insiders guide to factory copo camaro build processes, parts, and. David vizards how to build maxperformance chevy smallblocks on a budget. Chevrolets ultimate muscle cars, put my mind to rest, for here is a tome whose size, layout and depth immediately appeals as an entertaining read while providing fresh referencegrade data on a fascinating chapter of the muscle car. Race car build series building a copo camaro clone. Boost your 20102015 chevrolet camaros horsepower in addition to its braking and cornering abilities by using proven modifications. Author and chevy high performance contributor barry kluczyk has updated. Our large inventory and huge warehouses allow us to offer some of the best prices around. In 2011, a new copo concept was revealed at the sema show. V6 camaro and built a tribute copo using notes from a gm copo build book.
The copo program was designated for fleet vehicles such as taxicabs, but at the peak of the muscle car wars, it was used to build the ultimate high performance chevy muscle cars. This book is well organized, photographed, and detailed, making it perfect for the enthusiast and someone ready to build a competitive racecar. For nearly 50 years, weve fueled the passion of automotive enthusiasts. But a first flip through veteran automotive journalist matt averys new book, copo camaro, chevelle and nova. Modify your camaro with official copo parts from chevrolet performance. Chevrolet unveiled the 2015 copo camaro at sema in las vegas. The company will build just 69 units to take on the nhra stock eliminator and super stock classes. Chevrolets ultimate muscle cars 97816253915 by avery, matt and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at. Chevrolet announces copo crate motors for 2014 gm authority.
The overwhelming response inspired a specialedition production run. Don yenko and some other creative individuals recognized the loophole in the copo central office production order system at general motors. The power behind chevrolet s winning copo camaro program is the factory engineered racing engines tailored for nhras stock and super stock classes. Visit our whats new page to get all the latest chevrolet performance news, announcements, and specials. Chevrolet performance s copo camaro program returns for 2014 with another limited run of factoryproduced race cars and a pair of new racing engine choices. The copo build book reveals there are real hot rodders building real hot rods within chevrolet. Dec 18, 2015 how chevrolet performance turns a bodyinwhite camaro into a copo how to build a copo camaro in 100,000 easy steps. Apr 22, 20 and now thanks to pace performance, you can commemorate the cars continuation with the official copo build book offered by chevrolet performance. Specializing in performance parts, kits, and low volume niche. Also available is chevrolet performances copo camaro build book part number 88958767, which provides an insiders. An illustrated insiders guide to factory copo camaro build processes, parts, and specifications for bowtie enthusiasts and potential copo builders. This book includes everything from chassis modifications to interior installation. Mar 08, 2012 chevrolet provides customers with fuelefficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design, and high quality.
New lsxsc cylinder head from chevrolet performance parts. The guys begin what will be an iconic build when they team up with chevrolet performance to build a tribute to one of the most legendary muscle cars ever made. Chevrolet builds 69 copo camaros strictly for nhra racing. Its a throwback to the vintage performance engines that powered the original copo cars. The copo build book offers an unprecedented look at how the copo camaro is built, from start to finish, said jim campbell, gm u. A high level manager from chevrolet performance saw it at race and thought it was. Nov 04, 2014 also available through the catalog is chevrolet performances copo camaro build book part number 88958767, which provides an insiders look at the assembly of the production race cars. Nov 25, 2017 today were installing the control arm brackets and the rear end into the 2015 camaro, as part of our ongoing copo build log.
The 2014 copo camaro also includes new racing seats, updated graphics and a new, available wheel design. Chevrolet performance 88958767 copo camaro build book ebay. Chevrolet introduced the 2015 copo camaro today at the sema show. The copo build book provides all the information you need to build your own copo camaro including specs, part numbers and more.
Don yenko became the copo muscle car program champion. We started with a 2010 base v6 camaro and built a tribute copo using notes from a gm copo build book. Chevrolet performance copo camaro build book show product info an illustrated insiders guide to factory copo camaro build processes, parts, and specifications for bowtie enthusiasts and potential copo builders. Chevrolet performance 88958767 copo camaro build book.
Lots more to come, so be sure to subscribe so you dont miss anything. Race car build series building a copo camaro clone fuelab. The copo program was designated for fleet vehicles such as taxicabs, but at the peak of the muscle car wars it was used to build the ultimate high performance chevy muscle cars. Copo which stands for central office production order was chevrolets specialorder system, notoriously used by dealers in the 1960s to build highperformance models that couldnt be found anywhere else. The car turned out so well built that gm took notice. And now thanks to pace performance, you can commemorate the cars continuation with the official copo build book. Ive been trying to find the copo build book for a while now. New book on copo chevrolets tells tale of rare muscle cars. The copo program was designated for fleet vehicles such as taxicabs, but at the peak of the muscle car wars, it was used to build the ultimate highperformance chevy muscle cars. Also available through the catalog is chevrolet performances copo camaro build book part number 88958767, which provides an insiders look. We have some of the lowest prices on chevrolet performance parts, chevrolet performance engines, and chevrolet performance transmissions. Also available from chevrolet performance is the copo build book, part number 88958767, which provides an overview of the cars assembly process for.
Detroit chevrolet will build 69 copo camaros for 2012, the brands first purposebuilt camaro dragracing specialty car designed to compete with the quickest in nhras stock eliminator and super stock classes. Additionally, the book includes detailed specifications for nhra classification and descriptions of the aftermarket parts and their manufacturers used for the. The range of additional copo camaro service parts includes everything from factoryengineered injector harnesses and alternator mounting kits to the body in white that chevrolet uses to build the official copo camaro race cars. Chevrolet performance john force sema copo camaro race car. More than simply striking an option box, the copo cars were individually engineered vehicles which essentially offered a boutiquebuilt supercar from the worlds largest automaker. Today were installing the control arm brackets and the rear end into the 2015 camaro, as part of our ongoing copo build log. The power behind chevrolets winning copo camaro program is the factory engineered racing engines tailored for nhras stock and super stock classes. For copo camaro enthusiasts, 2016 copo crate engine assemblies, as well as a number of copo camaro engine and vehicle components service parts are now available to order. Chevrolet performances copo camaro build book part number 88958767 provides an insiders look at the assembly of the production race cars through hundreds of color photos. Pace performance offers copo camaro build book for owners. Some people have said it was released in the beginning of december but every performance parts dealers site that ive checked says it hasnt been released. Mar 07, 20 also available from chevrolet performance is the copo build book, part number 88958767, which provides an overview of the cars assembly process for those that want to build their own. Nov 05, 20 chevrolet performance s copo camaro build book part number 88958767 provides an insiders look at the assembly of the production race cars through hundreds of color photos.
Buy official copo parts for your camaro gm parts online. Chevrolet is proud to celebrate 50 years of the copo camaro legacy, says jim campbell, gm u. Chevrolet performances copo camaro program returns for 2014 with another limited run of factoryproduced race cars and a pair of new racing engine choices. A high level manager from chevrolet performance saw it at race and thought it was the real thing. Chevrolet performance parts 88958767 copo build handbook. The complete book of classic chevrolet muscle cars. Chevrolets ultimate muscle cars is a delightful read for any automotive person, especially chevy lovers.
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