Ye-Beast was converted to a V8 powered automobile in 1970 using a stock Chevy 327cid small block. Between 1970 and now there have been three Chevy small block engine upgrades:

• a Corvette high performance 327cid, 350hp
• a Chevy 350cid, 360hp
• a Chevy 383cid, 470hp & 500 ft-lbs torque

The initial transmission, a Muncie 4-spd, was upgraded to the Tremec 3550 5-spd with a .68 fifth gear ratio - very smooth cruising at 100mph - about 2800rpm.

Ye-Beast is a project of continual upgrades to new and current technologies, including a rear suspension upgrade to:

• inspect all components for wear and fatigue after 40+ years of service
• increase the rear track by 3 inches for improved handling
• add two more leaves to the transverse spring to increase the spring rate
• convert the rear Vette drum brakes to disc brakes
• increase the rear wheel size to 17 inch diameter and 10 inch wide rims to allow the selection of rear tires that match the front tire specifications

and a front suspension upgrade to:

• inspect all components for wear and fatigue after 40+ years of service
• replace all bolts and connectors for safety
• convert the front Chevy Nova drum brakes to disc brakes

The suspension projects were followed by a headlight upgrade to HID 8000K HI/LOW BI-XENON beam headlights & all LED running lights.