Features

My “Blue Chevelle” started life (with me in 1987)
as a ’67 Malibu… (VIN & Body Tag)

It originally had an in-line six.

I used parts from a ’73 Chevelle Estate wagon (list).

Including a Big Block V-8 and Turbo-400

I Added SS Stuff

Big Block Chevy Engine
Turbo-Hydro-400 Trtans.
Bucket Seats
Console
Tachometer

12-bolt (posi) rear;
- RAR currently 3:31, but considering a 3:07.
3/8 (V-8) Fuel Line
Rear upper linkage frame reinf. braces.
Boxed lower rear arms
Dash trim, Badges, etc.
Dual Exhaust (Flowmaster – American Thunder)
SS Grill (vs. Malibu Grill)
- Including correctly painted headlight bezels and Grill Extensions

To create a “tribute” 1967 SS car with all the “SS” features.

It includes a Chevy Big Block, warmed over (built for torque, not hp), and a Turbo 400.

Upgraded Suspension

(circa 1988)

NOT a “Drag” car; more aimed at “Road Rallying”.
Taller spindles now provide a negative camber curve to raise the roll center from below road level to ≈2″ above ground level.

Poly bushings and larger anti-sway bars too.

Upgraded Steering (twice).

Configuration	Ratio	Travel
Original	17.5:1	87° (±43°30′)
In the early 90’s, I added a mid-80’s Trans-Am Steering Box This required a special “rag joint”.	12.7:1	70° (±35°00′)
In late 2020 I added a mid-late- 90’s Grand Cherokee Steering Box	12.7:1	87.5° (±43°45′)

Wheels / Tires

O/E Stock was:
- Standard = 7.35 x 14 on 14″x5″
  - Hi hp 327 = 7.75 x 14
- Chevelle “SS” = F70 x 14 on 14″x6″
Front
- Were 235/60R15 on 15″x7″ Rally Wheels
- Now:
  - Wheels = Cragar Series 380S Rally II 17″ x 8″ (Jegs) p/n = 1722373537
  - Tires = 235/45ZR17 Continental ExtremeContact Sport
Rear
- Were 245/60R15 on 15″x7″ Rally Wheels
- Now
  - Wheels = Cragar Series 380S Rally II 17″ x 9″ (Jegs) p/n = 1722375537
  - Tires = 255/45ZR17 Continental ExtremeContact Sport

Front Disc Brakes (Powered)

By using the spindles from the ’73 during the suspension upgrade, the front disc brakes easily came too.

The power booster is from a ’70(?) Chevelle.

Engine (’73 BBC)
Features & Upgrades

Stock Block = small port heads, 2bolt mains, cast crank, etc.
Domed Pistons (≈10¼:1) TRW-L2399NF30
Added High-lift Cam (0.525/0.550 @ 280/290)
Performer 2 Intake Manifold

Upgraded Alternator

Late model (internal regulator, 3-wire) alternator.

Fuel Injection

(March, 2024)

Holley Sniper 2 EFI

Sniper 2 EFI is the second-generation EFI conversion for common 4-barrel (4150 flange) style carburetors. It is self-tuning and easy-to-install.

The main harness includes support for plug-and-play installation of a HyperSpark distributor and ignition module for integrated timing control.

Using the Holley In-Tank Fuel Pump Module

No need for a return line with this in-tank fuel pump / sending unit module made specifically for putting EFI on a 1964-1967 Chevelle. Rated at 255 l/h, it supports up to 550 horsepower.

I was able to install it without dropping the tank.