

The engine took high octane gasoline to run properly without any pings or knocks within the engine. Production resumed for the 19641977 model years based on the Chevelle platform, and continued for the 19781987 model years based on the GM G-body platform. The car had a squeak on the right rear quarter panel that used to drive me nuts when going over those bumps in the shopping center parking lots. This car was the perfect cruiser, but you had to be careful when getting on the accelerator.the backend would slide and fishtail around because there was very little weight over the rear tires.

It took about a year to get everything right with this car, and when she ran, it was a dream to drive. In 1971, SS454s in both models featured the LS5 V-8, and 9,502 were built 5,333 LS5-equipped SS454s came off the line in 1972. I updated the brake system and replaced the rear drums. Of the 8,773 SS454 El Caminos and Chevelles built in 1970, 4,298 featured the LS5, and 4,475 had the LS6 engines. I added chrome wheels with copper tires, a floor shifter, new carpet, replaced the speedometer, added a tachometer and bucket seats. I added Hedman headers, a four-barrel carburetor, a heavy duty radiator and transmission cooler, a 100-amp alternator, custom distribution system with racing wires. 1968 Chevrolet El Camino 396 SS Muscle Car Of The Week Video Episode 316Some people consider the Chevrolet El Camino to be somewhat of a novelty item, especi. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Quality, Sustainability, Diversity. I purchased a 1982 El Camino that I restored with a Chevy 350 crate engine and a R-700 transmission. 68 Routes 66, 68, & 568: Reroute Due to Pobladores Night Market - Every.
