COMPLETELY Restoring The Front SUSPENSION And BRAKES On The 1973 CAMARO Z28!!

[@donbearden1953]

Ryan, we do things so much alike. Always paying attention to detail and doing things correctly! I’ve always said “if a job is worth doing then it’s worth doing right the first time”. I’m anxiously awaiting the engine build! I will be riding with you in “spirit” on that first test drive. It won’t surprise me if you don’t drive it until after all the snow is gone and the weather warming up. I just don’t believe you want to get anything dirt or debris on that new undercarriage paint. Thanks for the video!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Heck yeah man! If I get the engine all complete before the snow melts, it will be hard not to take it for a drive but I will resist to keep my undercarriage clean 😢

[@billybobbubbawubba9457]

In terms of our garage, tools, and methodology, you and I are almost the same guy. This is as close to reality, as it gets. Good-to-the-point video.

[@1ocean515]

Really nice work Ryan. Good call on the hinges. A very visual part of the engine compartment, they also get a workout and need to function smoothly without binding from too much paint build. The rest looks superb. There is something very satisfying about cleaned and well restored suspension. Especially the front. Never been able to put my finger on why - maybe safety, or handling, not sure. But I always find myself looking it over multiple times when the job is done, enjoying how how good it looks. I’d guess you’ve done the same. Looking forward to the engine, etc.. 👍👍

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I agree! I sat there and just kept looking at it after I was done 😅. Really makes the project look complete. Thanks for checking in!

[@rogerevans3112]

you made the bushing install look easy, thanks for the freezer trick.

[@marcbona2686]

Love your videos. Your attention to detail is quite remarkable, considering your young age. I don't think I've ever seen you do anything half-assed. Very impressed.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you Marc I really appreciate that 😁

[@camm6991]

Another cool ep Ryan and man how satisfying is it seeing it all go back together and looking pristine!!! Nice work! Can't wait to see it on the ground!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Cam!

[@MegaKnutten]

is a rare thing to actually watch some1 do something with perfection on tubelator

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I appreciate that David!

[@transam4555]

Thanks to my recommended feed I just came across your channel. Fantastic work here my friend. Currently doing this on my Fbody and this is definitely inspiring! Rock on dude!

[@iamrichrocker]

can you imagine the reaction when you first take the car out for strolls? many a deserved thumbs up and smiles...

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I can’t wait!

[@ednepveux3242]

Nice work! Your attention to detail is inspiring!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you Ed!

[@PapaVrooom]

When you unbox those Daytona wheel jacks there are a couple of great vids of folks that stiffened them up for much easier rolling. Project is coming along nicely.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Good to know! I will have to look those videos up soon 🙂

[@troybrist4352]

Love your content. I restored a 1971 Z28 ten years ago and it was a great experience doing all the same work are completing yourself.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Troy!! 71 is a great year 👌

[@tylerrenken4327]

I'm so glad I found your videos I'm doing the exact same thing to my 73' Z/28. Already rebuilt the front subframe and have it off the car, now I have to do the underneath like in your other video.

[@richardalbritton8163]

Looking good Ryan. Very clean.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Richard 👍👍

[@HOBrian2003]

Looks great Ryan!! That little WRX builds some boost!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Hi Brian thanks! The wrx runs on straight E85 so I can run 20 psi pretty safe 😁

[@scottdavis_34]

Another great update Ryan. Moving right along!!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Scott!

[@robertreynolds2726]

This has fun to watch the progress

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you for watching Robert 🙂

[@robertyates6413]

As always Awesome work bud.watching this in my truck no power in South Texas ice storm.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man. We are getting hit pretty bad as well right now in Ohio, stay safe!

[@financialfox8088]

Another great video! Keep it up!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Heck yeah man thanks!

[@chinodawg5180]

Another awesome video Ryan great job great detail

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you 👍

[@jefflong3200]

Great progress Ryan. You’re moving right along.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you Jeff!

[@morganleblanc730]

Great progress Ryan!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you Morgan!

[@CalmVibesAudio]

Look at that fancy b roll footage you got of your trip to Calcutta!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Hahha!

[@ecoron2721]

Great video. You are a patient man, from removing the broken bolt, to cleaning each part meticulously. I think you should test fit those awesome wheels so we get a peek at how they will look 🙃

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

They will be on very soon! 😎

[@jimmccune568]

Hang onto the bump stop spacers. That is a Z28 only item. Nice work as usual!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

You always know the rare parts on these cars! I will be putting them next to the front bumperettes 🙂👍

[@scottkovacs7634]

You're doing an awesome job

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Hey man thanks!

[@Superkid778]

Great work.. looks awesome

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you👍👍!

[@skinnerhound2660]

Looks like factory Ryan, great research, effort and result. You are taking the time to do it once correctly without excuse. You will be proud to show it this summer when you get it back on the road. BTW, hood hinges look great, LOL. Hope all is well buddy, Cheers.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Hey thanks man! I opted to just go black with the hinges but I was tempted to get them plated 🙂. I can’t wait to go to some shows in the summer!

[@skinnerhound2660]

@@RyanSampsonRPh Got mine back for the Monte. They look great, correct rivets ect. I'll send you a picture. Cheers!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

@@skinnerhound2660 Heck yeah, sounds good!

[@BigfootsnMopars]

Awesome work, looks fantastic !

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thank you 🙂

[@resurrectionmotors2421]

It's so awesome she's coming back together, it looks awesome

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks!!

[@lonnieharris6197]

Looks great Ryan you are doing a great job.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Lonnie!

[@holla4duke213]

Great content!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man!

[@johnnybumgarner7898]

Can't wait to see the finished car great work

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man!

[@riwoof]

The second gen is truly my favorite Camaro. Can't wait for the next episode! ⚡👌

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Bob!

[@davidforte964]

Nice job Ryan I will definitely subscribe, I had a 73 Z28 and loved it sold it in 1985 for $ 4,100

[@larryburwell8550]

wow super technical but great education. this car you will be able to eat off of

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks Larry, that’s the goal 👍🙂

[@markleblanc3447]

Gotta Love The Harbor Freight Press, Makes The Job Soooo Much Easier.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I don’t know why I didn’t get it sooner!

[@alfonsosalazar6316]

This is a perfect video,,,, congrats

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks man!

[@robj2704]

The Eastwood rust encapsulator has a nice chassis black sheen typical of what the factory used in the seventies, not a high gloss, but a medium sheen instead. Like that.

[@michaelledingham9682]

Hey brother, I got this front clip in my 3100, and this is going to help a ton. Do you have videos of the steering linkage by chance? Thanks!

[@King_Gtasa]

🔥

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

🙏👌

[@oneoldmansgarage7880]

Good luck on finding someone to do a proper alignment. The new alignment machines are really great, but from what I have found the people using them just don't care. I ended up making my own alignment equipment because I couldn't find a shop that would do a proper one. I hope to be posting a video on all that soon on my channel.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Let me know what you find! That is my concern when the time comes 😕

[@bigjoelster]

The car is going to look amazing! One little "trick" I do when messing with coil springs is that I take a vehicle tie down strap and loop it through the spring and connect the ends to the subframe on the opposite side. That way it can't potentially launch itself across the room and hurt people or damage things. I'm curious if you have a running total of parts/dollars invested. We have one going for our second gen and it's starting to get up near where I budgeted for the total build lol. Oh, and BTW, I've had the same experiences with OER products. For claiming to be "original reproduction" parts, we sure do have to massage them a lot.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Good idea Joel! I have a “close” total I am tracking and it is getting up there especially with the engine costs lol. Still will be ahead when it is all done though. 🙂

[@transam4555]

Any tips on reinstalling the lower control arms, I know they can be tough to put back on

[@leroysmith5074]

hello ryan looking good

[@cartersclassics]

I understand it would be a lot to ask for but im currently about to do the same thing. Could you possibly tell me where you bought all of the stuff in like a list?

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Shoot me an email [e-mail] and I can talk to you about more specific products and where I got them 👍

[@Artseventy6]

Great video, but the one main step I was looking to see was skipped right over, I wanted to see how you installed the lower control arms, I'm doing the same thing on my '76 CAMARO, but having a heck of a time getting them to line up and go back into place, did you have a hard time with that part?

[@MrSFSTUDIOS]

Nasty dirty work, but looks cool when you are done. Will prevent future corrosion too.

[@its_marvelous8982]

Ho yay my buddy came with new video yay

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Hey man thanks for watching as always 🙂

[@its_marvelous8982]

@@RyanSampsonRPh buddy your make the good vid which interested and after you gone tell how that goes into to that and lot things your on the right way

[@steveblankenship2413]

old guy showed me a trick on bolts like that tighten lossen tighten loosen

[@joshuaroybal5106]

What disc brakes did you get

[@johnmilner7603]

Come’n along real good. This is the best bearing packer that I have ever used. It even forces out the old grease when it’s time to do a repack. A friend of mine who works at a GM Dealership as a mechanic ordered it for me. www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/bp34550/handy-bearing-packer/ Too bad GM didn’t have a metal stop for the lower springs instead of a 2 hole gauge.

[@MichaelSmith-wb1es]

Looking good Ryan. When do you expect to have it back on the road?

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Thanks! I am hoping late spring!

[@jasonpace9260]

Where did you get all the parts for this front end rebuild

[@MichaelSmith-wb1es]

I wish my springs would have gone in that easily. I really messed up my powder coating on the LCA’s. I wish I had just painted them instead.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Yeah I scuffed the paint off one area pretty good but it touched up nice with a foam brush. It was much easier to put these in than the stock springs would be too due to the height difference!

[@roosterrancher3558]

Hope you did the research on those rotors.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

The stock ones or aftermarket? I kept the stockers

[@frankwolfe3181]

Just cover the bushing’s with grease before you paint then wipe the grease off later.

[@TommyRibs]

It’s really coming along Ryan. Are you going to keep this or are you going to sell it to fund other projects?

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Hey Tommy thanks! I’m keeping this one when I am done with it 👍

[@Doogie_Causey]

I'm Trying To Get The Ball Joints Changed In My 3500 Chevy. The Weather Is Not Cooperating.

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Agh I cannot wait until this winter is over!

[@Doogie_Causey]

@@RyanSampsonRPh I Looked Out The Window This Morning To See Ice & Snow On The Ground

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

@@Doogie_Causey Same here! Supposed to get 9 inches of snow over the next 24 hours 😔

[@cartersclassics]

How much did everything cost that you bought?

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Coil springs, koni shocks, new calipers, pads, and paint just on this front end is about $450 😕. Adds up fast even doing all the work myself!

[@michelleross6714]

Ryan hello watch your show very often please if you will can you find out if the Eldorado Convertible is for sale this car was in the garage where you found the Camaro

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

I believe the seller had a family member interested (last I heard) I will look into it though 👍

[@michelleross6714]

I would appreciate it very much. Keep up the great work you are doing!

[@michelleross6714]

@@RyanSampsonRPh Hi Ryan I am checking to see if you heard anything more in the Eldorado. Thanks!

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

@@michelleross6714 I found out it was moved to another garage and is being looked over. If they decide to sell it I will let you know though!

[@michelleross6714]

@@RyanSampsonRPh thanks so much for keeping me in the loop. Keep rocking your show. It's awesome

[@ednepveux3242]

What’s the price tag on this beauty?

[@RyanSampsonRPh]

Not too sure what it will be worth when it’s done but I know the part’s bill is adding up 😅

[@pro-touringf-body5179]

trick to install upper bump stop...dish soap.