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This year Original Parts Group, Inc. (OPGI) is partnering with Street Muscle Magazine and automotive enthusiast Scott Parker on “Project Payback.” This restoration project centers around a 1968 Pontiac GTO, saved from the brink of destruction and now poised for a remarkable rebirth as a cutting-edge Pro Touring machine
Key “Project Payback” Specifications
- Vehicle:1968 Pontiac GTO
- Engine: LPE-tuned Chevrolet Performance 6.2L LT4
- Transmission: Chevrolet Performance Magnum T-56
- Suspension: Schwartz Performance dual A-arm front & 4-link rear with Ridetech coilovers
- Brakes: Baer 6-piston front & rear
- Wheels & Tires: Forgeline DS3 & Yokohama ADVAN A05
Engine and Transmission
Originally, this Street Muscle GTO featured a modest 2-barrel 400ci Pontiac V8 and Turbo 400 transmission. However, “Project Payback” will now be powered by a formidable LPE-tuned Chevrolet Performance 6.2L LT4 Crate Engine paired with a robust Chevrolet Performance Magnum T-56 transmission.
Advanced Suspension and Braking
To complement the performance upgrades, the project includes advanced suspension components from Schwartz Performance, featuring a dual A-arm front setup and a 4-link rear suspension with Ridetech coilovers. High-performance Baer 6-piston brakes will ensure responsive stopping power, while Forgeline DS3 wheels wrapped in Yokohama ADVAN A052 tires will provide the necessary grip.
OPGI’s Role
OPGI plays a crucial role in supplying the sheet metal needed for this Street Muscle GTO pro-touring restoration. This includes a new door shell to replace the one damaged by a previous botched stereo installation and a right-side quarter panel. Next, the front fender for the left-hand side. Get a preview preview in our product video below.
Stay Updated
For a closer look at the stripped body and new parts, check out the video on Instagram. Follow @streetmusclemag for the latest updates and insights as Scott Parker and his team integrate OPGI components into this 1968 Pontiac GTO!
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