Vehicle Description
Making close to 1,000 horsepower and 2,000 lb.-ft of torque this
Duramax diesel-powered Chevelle (it is titled as a 1972 model -
1970 exterior parts) puts gasoline big-blocks to shame. Despite
such staggering figures, the engine combo is surprisingly simple.
Other than a set of Carrillo steel rods, the short block is
completely stock. The only other major modifications are a set of
CNC-ported factory 32-valve heads, upgraded twin turbos cranked to
30 psi, and a bigger solid-roller cam. With the nitrous engaged the
horsepower numbers jump to an eye-popping 1,200 horsepower! The
Chevelle even knocks down 32 mpg! To make space for the drive
accessories, radiator, intercooler, A/C condenser and turbo piping
the engine had to be moved back 8 inches from the stock location.
This work, along with custom brackets and pulleys compress this
monstrous power plant under the stock GM hood. The factory Duramax
injection pumps are driven off the crank while a second pump was
added to help pressurize the fuel rails to meet the increased fuel
demands of the setup. Bassani Exhaust fabricated a one-off custom
exhaust system for the Chevelle which makes all the right sounds.
The cutting-edge technology does not stop at the engine. A
modernized Art Morrison front clip, complete with C5 Corvette
aluminum suspension components was infused into the Chevelle and
Fast Eddie's of Orange, California installed the custom four-link
rear set up. Putting the power to the pavement is a narrowed Ford 9
rearend and big tubs to accommodate the gargantuan 22 wide Mickey
Thompson radial tires. An extensive equipment list below details
the incredible features of this professionally built custom.
Numbers printed on paper is one thing, and the visceral sensation
of driving a diesel-powered hot rod is another thing entirely. The
Chevelle diesel experience is very different from anything else out
there. Even without any mufflers the engine is very quiet and
sounds just like a stock Chevy truck at idle. When you get on the
gas the engine quiets down further as it builds immense boost. The
Duramax only turns 4,200 rpms, so the power hits REAL hard. Once
you feel the thrust a diesel makes, you'll never go back to gas!
With a driving experience unlike any other, this incredible custom
Chevelle proves there is no disputing that diesels aren't just for
trucks anymore! Stock Number: CCJL3001 VIN: 1D37H2R501188 Miles:
7,296 miles showing on the odometer (this vehicle will be sold as
mileage EXEMPT) Engine: GM 403 CI Duramax LLY Turbodiesel V8 with
950 Horsepower Transmission: Allison 1000 5-Speed Automatic
Transmission Equipment: Twin Garrett T-38R Turbochargers, Custom
Dual Kenne Bell Intercoolers, Forged Crank Shaft, Carrillo Street
Rods, SoCal Diesel Pistons, CNC Ported Cylinder Heads, Stainless
Steel Intake Valves, Inconel Exhaust Valves, SoCal Diesel Custom
Solid Roller Camshaft, SoCal Diesel Pushrods, Custom Sheetmetal
Intake Manifold, Dual 3.5 Plenums, Custom Ram Air Scoop, PPE Dual
Fuel Pumps, PPE Lift Pump, Custom Aluminum Fuel Cell, PPE Computer
Reprogram, Custom 3 Exhaust System with Bassani Turbo Headers, Ron
Davis Radiator, Dual Spal Electric Fans, PPE Built Allison 1000
Five-Speed Automatic Transmission, ATS 2,200-Stall Converter,
Billet Flex Plate, Fast Eddie's 9 Rearend, 35-Spline Axles, 3.25:1
Gears, Detroit Locker Differential, Rack and Pinion Steering, Art
Morrison Front Suspension, C5 Corvette Aluminum Control Arms, Sway
Bar and Spindles, Koni Coilover Shock Absorbers, Art Morrison
Four-Link Rear Suspension, Wilwood 14 Front Brake Rotors with
Six-Piston Calipers, Wilwood 16 Rear Brake Rotors with Four-Piston
Calipers, DPE S-5 18 Front and 20 Rear Wheels, Mickey Thompson
26x12 Front and 33x22 Rear Sportsman S/R Radials, Recaro Bucket
Seats, AutoMeter Gauges, Alpine NAV/DVD Stereo System, DuPont Mist
Turquoise Paint, Cowl Induction Hood, Black Suede Headliner, Twin
Optima Batteries Condition Code: (2) * (see condition code chart
for explanation of category codes 1-5) Warranty: This vehicle is
being sold AS-IS To learn more about condition codes, the term
numbers matching, conditions of sale, and Hendrick Performance,
please see the bottom of this page for details and clarification. -
Contact Sales Team at 704-453-2140 or sales@hendrickperformance.com
for more information. -
