The third-gen Camaro’s autocross days caught up with it — persistent engine vibration meant it was time for a fresh powerplant. In this episode, we tear down an old magazine-built small-block Chevy, discover hidden damage, and pivot to a full 383 stroker build just in time for a tight SEMA deadline.
With help from Evan Perkins at Westech Performance, Summit Racing, AFR, Eddie Motorsports, Hedman, MagnaFlow, and FiTech, this build blends modern performance with a nostalgic TPI-inspired look. From machining and mock-up, to dyno testing, paint, accessories, wiring, exhaust fabrication, and first fire — this is a full journey from tired motor to a 470+ horsepower small-block.
The Camaro finally hits the road again, just days before SEMA, and sets the stage for a major transmission upgrade coming next.
