Unleashing Power: Debut of Godzilla-Powered Mustang and LS-Swapped Camaro at Hot Rod Power Tour West
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In this episode of CarCraft, the team unveils their monstrous creations: a Godzilla-powered Mustang and an LS-swapped third-gen Camaro. These beasts are ready to take on the road course, but before that, they make their debut at Hot Rod Power Tour West. The Mustang's suspension system impresses with its JRI shocks straight out of Evernham Motorsports, giving it a NASCAR-like feel. The Camaro's narrow A-arm allows for better cornering and the double-ended Ram-assisted steering rack is a sight to behold. The team also discusses the brake kit and the rear suspension with its torque arm and panhard bar setup.
Wiring and plumbing become the next focus as they work on connecting the Holly Terminator X Max wiring harness and the Godzilla control pack. However, they encounter a hurdle with the Godzilla control pack as it hasn't been translated for use with HP tuners software yet. Undeterred, they press on and prepare for Hot Rod Power Tour West, where the Camaro shines with its TMI interior, BBS wheels, and Duralast brakes. The team also takes the opportunity to weigh the cars, with the Mustang sitting at just under 3000 pounds and the Camaro slightly heavier due to the Godzilla motor.
As the cars hit the track, the excitement builds. The Mustang tackles the autocross track with ease, showcasing its balanced chassis and impressive grip. Meanwhile, the Camaro takes on the drag strip, running a mid-13s quarter-mile time. Both cars show great potential, but there's still work to be done in terms of tuning and finishing touches. Stay tuned to MotorTrend's social media channels and hotrod.com for updates on the progress of these incredible machines. It's an exhilarating journey filled with power, performance, and the thrill of the open road.
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Viewer Reactions for Car Craft's Battle of the '80s - Mustang vs Camaro Pt. 4 | MotorTrend
- Positive feedback on the build of the Mustang and Camaro
- Request for paddle shifters designed like the Camaro emblem
- Appreciation for both cars, even though they are out of reach financially and mechanically
- Desire to own both cars
- Request for more detailed installation information, particularly for the Camaro
- Criticism of launching the Mustang too hard and suggestion to improve ET
- Preference for the Camaro, but appreciation for all muscle cars
- Excitement for upcoming car season
- Question about the intake on the LS motor in the Camaro
- Criticism of the Mustang's performance and comparison to the Camaro
- Negative comment about the appearance of Foxbody Mustangs
- Assertion that Camaros are superior to Mustangs in every way
- Disappointment in the performance of the LSv7.3 in the Mustang
- Preference for notchback Foxbody Mustangs
- Questioning the performance of the Mustang and suggesting something is wrong
- Observation about the different brake choices for the Camaro and Mustang, implying favoritism towards the Camaro
