The Detroit Muscle team embarked on a mission, scouring through a vast boneyard, to unearth a gem — a 1971 Chevy Caprice. When we introduced “Fat Stack”, as we affectionately dubbed our 1971 Chevy Caprice, it was abundantly clear this project would offer a distinct set of challenges.
Every element– from the trim and body to the exterior and underside – demanded meticulous attention. Yet, after a year’s worth of sweat and determination, this refined masterpiece hit the asphalt, commanding the attention of all who beheld it.
This is not merely a car– it’s an awe-inspiring spectacle that captivates every eye it meets. Our aim with this project was to craft something both powerful and arresting. Judging by the heads it turns on the street, we’re proud to say she’s a build done right.
0:00 – Intro
5:33 – Tearing Down A 1971 Chevy Caprice
16:39 – Late-Model Power With A Supercharged LS
25:10 – Tension Prevention With New Suspension
1:00:50 – Busting Rust & Mending Dents
1:11:51 – Adding Candy Color
1:47:45 – Reuniting The Body With Its Updated Chassis
1:52:12 – Perfectly Polished Chrome
2:08:21 – The Perfect Fit For Body Panels
2:28:03 – Cooling Down & Increasing Power
2:44:33 – A/C Conversion
3:00:51 – Automatic To Manual Conversion
3:15:40 – Freshening Up The Interior
3:32:21 – Restoring The Front Grille
4:03:17 – Fat Stack Hits the Streets
PARTS USED IN THIS EPISODE
Advantage Lifts: Backyard Buddy
Backyard Buddy Products
American Powertrain Systems: Hydramax Hydraulic Clutch Actuator System
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_22029_651d717cdf2fa
American Powertrain Systems: ProFit Magnum Installation Kit
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21480_63c028de184eb
American Powertrain Systems: Tremec T56 Magnum 6-Speed Transmission
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21479_63c02780af4f9
American Powertrain Systems: Tremec T56 Magnum 6-Speed Transmission
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_22028_651d6da15e2ff
Continental Tire: ExtremeContact Sport Tires
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_22110_65383b867654e
Duralast: Duralast Heater Core
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21919_64dd0974e80b2
EBC Brakes: EBC GD Sport Rotors
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21626_63f7d87b49966
EBC Brakes: EBC RedStuff Ceramic Brake Pads
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21627_63f7d8ab907b4
EBC Brakes: Super Dot 4 Brake Fluid
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_22031_651d763757542
FiTech: Fuel Pump
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21806_649306ea669d5
FiTech: Go Fuel In Tank Fuel Pump
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_22109_6538356073c21
FiTech: Hose Kit
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21808_649307d142f08
FiTech: Throttle Body Go EFI System
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_22111_65383bb9d7194
Holley: EFI Terminator X
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_22030_651d725cc40d7
Mobile Environmental Solutions: Inflatable Paint Booth
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21737_6453c66ac99d3
P.O.R. Products: POR 15 Cleaner Degreaser
Cleaner Degreaser
P.O.R. Products: POR 15 Fuel Tank Sealer
Fuel Tank Sealer
P.O.R. Products: POR 15 Metal Prep
Metal Prep
RockAuto.com: Body Quarter Panel
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21667_6418b0a8d7536
RockAuto.com: Coverlay Dash Board Cover
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_22093_65303ce23fb65
RockAuto.com: Rebuild Kit
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21668_6418b4051ed82
Steele Rubber Products: Trunk Weatherstrip
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21895_64b6e8a28ad5e
Summit Racing: Summit Racing Pro LS Conversion Radiators
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21917_64d135f55a275
Summit Racing: Vintage Air Refrigerant Line Crimping Tools
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21922_64dd11e523ff0
RockAuto.com: Steering Components: Steering Column, Tie Rods, Idler Arm, Gearbox
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21628_6418b0ff96988
Summit Racing: Headman Husler Headers
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21481_63c02a9157816
Summit Racing: ididit RetroFit Floor Shift Steering Column
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_22092_65303c8c13580
Summit Racing: Moser Engineering M9 Fabricated Rear Axle Housing
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21610_63f7d656d0ab6
Summit Racing: P-Ayr Products Replica Long Block Engine
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21478_63c024207fd4c
Summit Racing: QA1 Suspension Handling Package
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21588_63f7d52ca1d56
Summit Racing: Summit Racing Air Intake Tubing
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21918_64d1394808846
Summit Racing: Summit Racing Pro LS Conversion Radiators
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21920_64dd0ba97dd5a
Summit Racing: Vintage Air SuperFlow Horizontal Condenser
https://pntv.us/pn_pt_21921_64dd106726b2b
Advance Plating: Custom Chrome & Powder Coating
Advance Plating: Custom Chrome & Powder Coating
Blast From the Past: Sandblasting & Powder Coating
Blast From the Past: Sandblasting & Powder Coating
Continental Tire: ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus Tires
CRC Industries: CRC Brakleen Brake Parts Cleaner
House of Kolor: House of Kolor Candy Paint
U.S. Mags: Desperado Wheels