[joe176]

Originally Posted by Adger Smith

Joe,
A few years ago Vic Custer and I had a very lengthy conversation about building a Cavalier or Cobalt to replace my F-body Camaro. He flat told me it would be faster, esp with the lower HP engine I run. His numbers were very similar to what you have shown. Maybe a little more. He also told me the F-body has some on track advantages (I'm not going there). The Biggest advantage he pointed out was one you touched on. Being able to work on it. It is so much more friendly to make changes and work on. That is esp. important as us older guys get older. Another thing he pointed out that was esp important to my ailing body was the larger doors. He thinks the type cages they put in them are also safer. All in all it is probably better to step up to the new cars. I didn't because of the economy and my finances as well as health and family issues. Yes, I'm in love with my F-body, esp because and it is all paid for. Now with the new and enhanced AHFS upon us I'm glad I didn't spend any retirement money. I still like the new cars!!!

Thanks for the input Ed and Adger......yes the wheelbase is 3 inches longer than the camaro..longer driveshaft.....they are much more nose heavy....after doing all the chassis setup, plumbing and wiring myself it has paid dividends as far as working on it.