Restoring the WHOLE UNDERCARRIAGE on the 1973 Camaro Z28!! Who NEEDS a LIFT??

[@1ocean515]

“Whether it likes it, or not...”. It will like it! Nice job. Always a dirty and tedious one, but you saved your awesome car for many, many years to come. 👍👍

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Haha I think it ended up liking it! Thank you!

[@deebo-nt2jz]

I'm glad you're going all the way with it. That car is worth it.

[@morganleblanc730]

I must say you have talent! I have been restoring cars for a long time and realize the effort it takes to do it right. Currently restoring a 69 Mach 1 which was a one owner car. I am now following your channel.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Awesome car you have there, thanks for watching 🙂👍!

[@resurrectionmotors2421]

Shoot man you going to get that thing so clean you're not going to want to drive it hahaha looking absolutely beautiful love them old Camaros God bless brother

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man, you are probably right hahaa! Thanks for checking in, take care

[@zyrabell69]

Nicely done, you have an awesome car and I good video. I just bought a 1977 Pontiac Firebird, the exterior, interior and engine are good but the undercarriage needs a lot of work.

[@larryburwell8550]

well your doing a great job on everything its looking really great. your spending all the time repainting the underside, id certainly repaint the outside!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

It may be on the to-do list after this next summer! 🤫

[@bobtis]

@@RyanSampsonRPh Same color though right? Just like my 1973. One of my favorite cars of all time.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

@@bobtis Yeep same exact color!

[@trevolutionary3]

Amazing work given the tight workspace. Love this build man!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you Trevor! Def not the easiest area to work with but it’s moving along! 👍

[@josephjacobson3831]

Wow, what a difference that made. Eventually I'll get to this on my 70 Chevelle I'm working on. Good work!!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Joseph! Heck yeah man a 70 chevelle is the ultimate chevy muscle car in my opinion!

[@1972boyboy]

Great job.

[@vincentpatriciomendozalope1340]

Wow looks like it came out fresh from the factory! Keep up the awesome work man! 🔧👍

[@williamdalbey4867]

You definitely aren't afraid of a challenge . Your work is outstanding. If you are looking for quality brake and fuel lines, look into Inline Tube. I used their stainless brake and fuel lines on my 68 Galaxie ragtop. All perfectly bent with anti rattle springs in all the right places. Another great video

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks William! I actually already have their SS brake lines in the box ready to go on, so I am glad you had luck with them (I never used this company before).

[@HOBrian2003]

As always Ryan, you’re doing a killer job! Keep up the awesome job!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man!

[@dustinkenneth338]

I guess I am kinda off topic but does anyone know a good site to watch newly released series online ?

[@nixonenoch7432]

@Dustin Kenneth i would suggest flixzone. You can find it by googling =)

[@sethnoah6451]

@Dustin Kenneth i use flixzone. You can find it on google :)

[@alvinapollo547]

@Dustin Kenneth lately I have been using flixzone. Just google for it =)

[@jasoncollins5278]

just found your Channel today love the Z28 series glad I found you.

[@ecoron2721]

Wheels look great! Undercarriage was in good shape - nice job cleaning it up (looks like new - incredible job actually).

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Ron, hope you have been well!

[@robertreavley7145]

You should really use encapsulating paint.Miracle paint is the best! No more rust ever! Paint it on wet rust and watch it last a decade without failure!! Bold statement but true!!!

[@GNaron]

Great Job! You cleaned it up nicely. With it having a numbers matching block and relativity low miles, I would keep it as close to factory as possible. I would just upgrade the driveability aspect. Things like rear disc, SS brake lines and hoses, poly bushing front, back and sub frame. Maybe electric fans and pro flo 4 FI. I would also replace the heater core and clean the air box, behind the firewall and lower front fenders really good while the inter fenders are out. That's where the Camaros rot.

[@thomashall9792]

Am totally impressed with what you have done:).

[@ald6829]

Rye is the total package, beautiful work!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks 👍👍!

[@skinnerhound2660]

Hey Ryan, you knocked it out of the park again. Floors are beautiful. I've said it before, much respect for your patient thoughtful approach. The finish line will produce a winner that you will be proud of. Would you consider powder coating the core support? I've done it on my inner fenders and core support on several of my car restorations and it really holds up nicely. Glad you have more garage space, however there is no such thing as a "big enough" garage! Stay safe and healthy.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you! If I had the core support all out I would consider it but I am going to just stick with black paint for now. Oh I hear ya on that one on the garage space!

[@tonyshower9835]

Looks awesome. I wish the bottom of my 81 looked that good before painting!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I usually don’t luck out on cars I buy but this one is in really good shape once the crust was knocked off! I was waiting for a surprise with it but nothing so far besides the cracked crankshaft 👌

[@parker123ism]

I did a 83 chevy truck, but was lucky to do it on a lift. Looks great!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Jason! I wish my garage had some height to it for a lift. Oh well, one of these days!

[@chrissullivan1756]

Car looks amazing !!! Great job in good hands 👍👍👍👍👍😎😎

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man I appreciate it! 👍👍

[@michael1294]

The trim tag being screwed on is correct. I have a 79 sport coupe and it is exactly the same way and it is an original paint car. Vin tags are riveted on. Your doing a great job. The correct Chevy orange for the motor is less red than what was in your engine.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks for the info Michael! I have to watch what I say since sometimes I talk about the trim tag and say VIN tag 😒, bad habit haha

[@michael1294]

@@RyanSampsonRPh I am very impressed with the work you have done in a small garage. I assume that is your dad helping you out on some of the stuff.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

@@michael1294 Thanks man! Yeah my dad comes over when I need help moving heavy things around or need another set of eyes which is nice!

[@DoubleRRestorations]

Turned out great!

[@bobbyviti7794]

Pleasure-lift...I think those are factory shocks. I just purchased a Code 68 1973 Z-28! Awesome progress...

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I was hoping someone would mention if they were factory or not! Thanks Bobby!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Also congrats on your purchase! Great year 😁

[@bobbyviti7794]

Thanks!

[@tomvetter6928]

Nice work Ryan. I've been there with my 95 Z28, and its no fun. But, your doing it right!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Heck yeah, thanks Tom!

[@Supercell725]

Looking good Ryan, I enjoy your videos. My first car was a blue 69 SS Camaro, those were the day’s I tell you. Keep those videos coming young man, I’ll watch them.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Larry I appreciate it 👍👍

[@jimmccune568]

Big improvement, nice work Ryan!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks buddy!

[@johnwagner4559]

You should tape a flashlight to your paintgun so you can see coverage better. Good job.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

That’s actually a really great idea, I know they sell specific ones for paint guns but they are too expensive. Idk why I havent thought of just slapping one on with some tape lol👍

[@deebo-nt2jz]

Just watched a video on KZbin called how to make a wooden tip over jig. He made one for his camaro. That way you don't have to lay on the ground. You can safely tip it on its side just like a body/frame rotisserie.

[@lukemills1875]

Dang man that RX8 is clean. They are really growing on me

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Luke, hope everything is going well!!

[@bobtis]

Dude you are an artist and a genius. I will be very interested to see if you have any parts left over when your finished. Great work.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man!

[@clemmahabir]

You looked like a coal miner covered in dust!! 😂 A rottissorie would have been easier but I seen someone build one out of plywood and wood frame then they just rolled the car on its side and restored and painted the under carriage..it was amazing to see a that done! You did a great job even though it was difficult to work under the car..looks amazing Ryan!! 😎👍

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Clem!

[@clemmahabir]

@@RyanSampsonRPh This Camaro is turning out nice I hope you never sell it after all the love and work you put into her.. I'm following this build Ryan !!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

@@clemmahabir I appreciate it 😁! Yeah I am not planning on selling it, I get way too attached to cars!

[@clemmahabir]

@@RyanSampsonRPh Awesome !! 👍

[@tonybosworth5382]

Looking good! Nice work.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man!

[@coltonpowers1830]

Looks great man. I did the same thing to my 71.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Awesome it is worth the work!

[@FjHenderson]

I have badges from my 73. I'll have to find them in my tool box, but they may be in better condition. If interested give me a holler and I'll send you pics. Looking great, can't wait to see the finally.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Sounds good I will keep that in mind thanks 👌!!

[@frankallenjr7251]

Looking Good! Cant wait to see more progress!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Frank!

[@leominster24]

Looks great!

[@markleblanc3447]

Nice Job Ryan!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you Mark!

[@davidcriswell8312]

Dam brother, that looks cherry 🍒 Can't wait to see more. Stay safe and stay healthy 🙏❤

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks David, stay safe!

[@rjyj3607]

It’s fun to watch your videos man keep up the good work ✌️I’m new to your channel get hooked to it 👍

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man, welcome aboard!!

[@olsketchmo]

Know it is an old topic, may have been answered, but what are the numbers stamped on the right front of the Choke Horn of the Holley carb that was on the car that you did work to?

[@marvinholland4108]

Good job. U coming along good.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man👍

[@c.bernardwebb4658]

Looking good Ryan

[@c.bernardwebb4658]

Ryan, Are you going to redo the back brakes like the front ones like pads instead of shoes if I'm saying it right?

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Bernard! I am re-doing all of the brakes but keeping the stock setup (disc brakes on front and drums on the back) until I see if it needs more stopping power later. I also think it would be cool to see a factory brake setup on a car like this at a car show 🙂

[@c.bernardwebb4658]

It's cool to see that you're restoring an classic. I love watching it...

[@shanesmith8482]

Great work!!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Shane!

[@georgecromerjr2860]

Looks awesome Ryan!!! Love it! What did you use on the rear wheel well areas for undercoating it? Rubberized coating?

[@PapaVrooom]

Looks amazing

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you Dale!

[@mattperkins7038]

Great work!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man!

[@steveblankenship2413]

I also wanted to let you know Gardner exhaust, make ,made in the USA, stock exhaust for that and ot sounds nice, it's all factory fits and looks great,did my 70 with it, well worth it

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I will look them up, thanks Steve!

[@camm6991]

Good work man, looks good!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man!

[@AutomanZ]

The project is looking great and love how you explain what your doing and how you're doing it. I look forward to the next update video. Also how do you remember where all the bolts go?? Do you have like a hundred little boxes with different ones in?? Keep safe mate.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man! I take a ton of pictures and also label and box everything (I have another garage full of parts that are labeled).

[@bobbyviti7794]

Make sure you save those bumper guards!!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I am! I know they are super hard to come by; although they aren't going back on the car, they are going in a box to store away safely

[@bobbyviti7794]

I'm with you, but in my opinion, they would look better on the car.

[@bobbyviti7794]

I would send a picture of mine, but don't know how on this site.

[@monsterrc1681]

Looks good

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you!

[@wendellharper1935]

Could you possibly do a video of the trunk key lock install for the camaro I can't find any content anywhere

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Mine actually works well but I can see what I can come up with in a future video 🙂

[@its_marvelous8982]

Waiting for the video for long time

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Going to be knocking out some more soon!

[@donbearden1953]

Ryan, you definitely are doing it the right way, exactly how it needs to be done. You’ve probably doubled the life of the floor pans. I saw an engine block sitting in the floor somewhere in the video, is that the one from the Z28? I’m curious about how the engine build is going. I’m about as excited about the car as you are. lol Thanks so much for the update! I know Rome wasn’t built in a day but I can’t wait to see your final preservation!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Hey Don thanks for checking in! Yeep that was the one for the Z28 while I was moving things around to make some space. I am going to do another engine update video separately since I have a few things to talk about and show you guys exactly what I ordered etc. So keep an eye out for that video 🙂

[@MegaKnutten]

tx bro

[@frankallenjr7251]

Ready for a new video

[@its_marvelous8982]

Waiting for new video

[@ericerb5015]

Hi Ryan i think you should leave that big ulgy bumper off and put the split bumper on it will look killer trust me . You can always keep the original for whoever would buy the car from you . I think you would love the look. I wish I could show you some pictures of the one i built in the early 90ies 70 1/2 split bumper.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

It's tempting! I agree it would look better but I might just have this stock one re-chromed and leave off the bumper guards. We will see though, my mind changes often lol!

[@iamrichrocker]

bet your neck muscles were sore doing all the work under the best..but worth it..hope you and yours are all healthy during this effn crisis...

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

You got that right! Stay safe man!

[@King_Gtasa]

Excelent results 👌,but...I have a cuestion,you are not thinking in sell it right??

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Nope I am planning on keeping it and driving it after it is done =)

[@johnmilner7603]

Norwood Camaro’s have the underside in red oxide and LA Camaro’s have black.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Good to know! I am no longer in the realm of being true period correct and just wanted to save it from rusting away 👍. But you can see the red oxide in the video after I knocked the rust off so pretty cool!

[@steveblankenship2413]

when you get that done iam going to say your have at least a 40k to 50 k car, they dont go cheap,back in the mid 90s I sold my 70 Z28/RS for 19,995, guy didnt even try to get me down, I only payed 11,995 for it in 1993 ,didnt realy have to do alot to it, just took it to car shows and got it out on nice days, had 65,000 miles on it when sold

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

That would be awesome! I plan on keeping it and taking it to a lot of car shows but it is nice to know it may be valued that high👍

[@shadvan9494]

Ryan, that thing is mint. you hardly ever see one that original. it still had the axle tag on the rear diff. that very rare, they are usually discarded during a fluid change or if there was any work on the rear axles. those shocks are the old AC Delco Power Lift Air Shocks. the Camaros from that era sit low in the back. in the mid 70's to about the mid 80's the Funny Car look was really popular with hot rodders and those air shocks were a quick way to get that look. you could get them install at the dealership back in the day. however they also ride like crap. the aftermarket reproduction shocks are not bad, but if you want a quality ride QA1 makes a decent set of shock for them. QA1 bought the Performer AIS design for Edelbrock a few years ago. I have a set of the Edelbrock AIS shocks on my second gen and i love them. they made a world of difference in how the car handled compared to the cheap parts store replacements that were on it when i bought it. one other thing to note. that front bumper is original as well. In 73 the federal government increase the the standards for low speed impacts, so the bumper got a redesign, there is some extra reinforcement in the bumper and the front is a little more flat than the 70-72 bumpers. so it a one year only piece that was only used in 73. don't get rid of it or replace it with an aftermarket. it worth it to have it rechromed if it is rusted or pitted, rather than replaced. one last thing. all the 73 Camaros were built in Norwood Ohio. they used a red oxide primer on all the cars so the under side should be painted red oxide to be factory correct. personally i think the black looks better, but i figured i would share that in case you were going to try to maintain the originality of it.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you for another helpful comment Shad! I knew about the special 1 year only front bumper so I am planning on having it re-chromed. I just read another comment about the red oxide color for my Norwood car; I have to think some things over now. I like the black a lot more but I also like originality too so it’s a tough decision 😔!

[@tfindley007]

Nice looking job! You think that was tough, try doing it outside on a gravel driveway! Lol

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

😧 No thanks haha!!

[@larryh9933]

What model # is your plasma cutter. thanks

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

It's the victor thermal dynamics cut master 42!

[@scotttracey3748]

lt's alot of work but coming along great.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Scott, it is a lot of work but well worth it!

[@Dang.sauce..]

Nice rx8 and wondering do you like rx7

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks! I still want an rx7 to park next to my rx8, one of these days I will own one! 👍

[@Tears_of_joy]

I just realised whos camaro that was i wont say much but it was my great grandpas im glad its in good hands rip that shit once u finish it

[@olsketchmo]

@31i.- Hello, might you know, did your grandpa make changes to the engine to make it like an LT1 that was no longer available in 1973?

[@Tears_of_joy]

@@olsketchmo pretty sure tbh i wasent close with him i just knew it was his haha

[@leroysmith5074]

hello ryan

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Hi Leroy hope everything is going well with ya!

[@eclipseotik]

So no need to sand under there just spray the rust encapsulator?

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

As long as you knock off the loose rust with a wire wheel and wipe down the area you are spraying (IPA or wax and grease remover) it bonds to any surface rust without any crazy sanding like you would normally need to do with primer. I hit the whole underside with a wire wheel, wiped it down then sprayed it.

[@eclipseotik]

@@RyanSampsonRPh thanks for the tips I’ll be doing this soon to my truck

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

@@eclipseotik No problem just read the label and follow the flash times and my prep and you will be good! Also make sure you mix the paint really well, matte black comes out gloss black if you don’t mix it well enough 👍

[@eclipseotik]

@@RyanSampsonRPh will do thanks!

[@rogertraynor2287]

Are you going to sell the comaro when your finished with it

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Nope I am keeping it after =)

[@rogertraynor2287]

It's going to look amazing when it's finished

[@dirtbike9003]

Better put som 4:10 gears in there brah!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Haha those poor 235 stock tires will be gone the first week I get this done lol 😂

[@terrycullender123]

What happened to the Z ?

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I still have the Datsun, just getting side tracked but it will be back on the channel in a few more months!

[@terrycullender123]

@@RyanSampsonRPh Thanks Ryan! You going to restomod the Camaro? Or are those leaf springs and drums going back. Next video lol!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks for sticking with me Terry! Just needed a fun car to drive around in to keep me motivated on plugging away on the Datsun so that is why I am doing a “quick” resto on the Z28 then back on the 240z. For now I am putting all the stock components back on and if it needs more stopping power I can always change it out later👍. Just planning on changing the rear shocks and maybe getting some coilovers for the front and that should do it for this car!

[@terrycullender123]

I think we've all done something like this camaro. Love the videos. Subbed for the genius/insanity that is your 240Z. I see projects where they throw money at it. Can't wait to see the sweat equity Z! Much love from Merida.

[@fullfunk]

i bet good money the camaro engine will outlast the rx8 one..

[@johnwagner4559]

You had to put gas in the tank just to get it in garage? 😆 Camero is a pretty rust free undercarriage.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Hahaa I drain that suckers tank when I leave it sit for a year!

[@fmswatchdo2373]

Good time to get rid of those vertical bumper guardy things.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Yessir they are not going back on!