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    engine shopping... need advice

    in Engine Tech

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    I would say LS1 as that's the way I am going, but regardless of how cheap you can get an engine, everything else starts to add up real quick (>$3000). I haven't worked on mine in a while but I really want to get it done this year. My buddy just got his 85 S-10 done with a stock LQ4 6.0L and you coulldn't smack the grin off his face. haha

    LQ9 engine swap questions?

    in Engine Tech

    Posted

    The F-Body pan fits good with the 1" setback plates, but i suggest using an engine leveller when installing the motor and trans together as I had to have it at quite the angle to get the pan past the crossmember. It may actually be easier to just put the trans in after the motor from underneath.

    LQ9 engine swap questions?

    in Engine Tech

    Posted

    Sorry I didn't see this earlier.

     

    I kept the motor mounts in the stock location on the frame. Replaced the block motor mount with a polyurethane one and used 1" setback plates attached to the block as well. By doing this I was able to use the F-Body oil pan. I am using the 4L60E so I had to relocate and modify the trans cross member. I also need to take ~2.5" off the driveshaft (likely going to have a chromemoly one made). I am using trailblazer SS exhaust manifolds for now (headers later). I had to relocate the brake line distribution block as the exhaust manifold hit it. So far it looks like I can keep the stock column shifter if I want (sleeper look). I need to mount the fuel system and finish up the wiring yet. I may run a clutch fan for a bit before switching to electrics.

    467 in monte runnin

    in Modifiers

    Posted

    I am an avid lurker on the chevelle site and there was lots of people thinking this guy was just another internet engine builder with inflated numbers. Mark is actually quite active on that site now and he backed up his performance everytime. I think it would be worth a call to him and get his input. I think you choose a very good builder and obviously did your home work up front. That's a nice setup you have. I also agree gears will definitely wake that engine up.

    LS motor swap.

    in Engine Tech

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    I kept the motor mounts in the stock location on the frame. Replaced the block motor mount with a polyurethane one and used 1" setback plates attached to the block as well. By doing this I was able to use the F-Body oil pan. I am using the 4L60E so I had to relocate and modify the trans cross member. I also need to take ~2.5" off the driveshaft (likely going to have a chromemoly one made). I am using trailblazer SS exhaust manifolds for now (headers later). I had to relocate the brake line distribution block as the exhaust manifold hit it. So far it looks like I can keep the stock column shifter if I want (sleeper look). I need to mount the fuel system and finish up the wiring yet. I may run a clutch fan for a bit before switching to electrics.

    another header question....yet again.

    in Engine Tech

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    Although this was a while back, it will likely still work. I used to use the manifold gaskets. You can double them up as well, and then the same as others have said tighten them up after a few heat cycles. When I had an 84 Z28 I swapped in a mild 350 with shorty headers and mandrel bent 3" single exhaust (not the most room for duels) and I continually blew out the header/collector gaskets. This solved the header gasket problem, but the collector always blew out as the back pressure must have been to much. Worth a try as most of us end up with piles of these manifold gaskets anyway, lol.

    Different Rearends

    in Drivetrain Tech

    Posted

    Yes Sir, the axle tubes taper a little about 1/4 - 1/2 inch before it meets the backing plates.

     

    Then I would say that is the chevy 8.5". That rearend is good rearend to put money into. Not worth trying to find a 12 bolt.

    Different Rearends

    in Drivetrain Tech

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    8.5" 10 bolt or 12 bolt are the most desirable if you are making some good power and going to make a few track runs with slicks. With your motor and it sounds like you just want to wake it up some for a little more fun on the street you're fine just getting some gears and a posi with the 8.2" that is most likely in your Monte. At least my 10 bolt is the 8.2" in my 1972. A recommendation for gears would be richmond or motive, I have had success with both. On the chevelle board it sounds like many are having good luck with yukon stuff as well.

    for those who follow the Velle

    in Modifiers

    Posted

    it's a labor of love Rod, just something I've wanted to do for 40 years and this is my chance. I'm very passionate about it and just love the whole experience and community that comes with it, made a lot of new friends at the track.

     

    There is so much more than meets the eye when it comes to running these cars and being competitive, I'm still learning all the little adjustments before each run. Then after learning them putting them into action is a whole new challenge. I have a new appreciation for how good the top guys are.....butterfly collecting would make more financial sense but I chose this...good grief..... crazy

     

    I sold my Vega a few years ago and haven't raced since, but the itch never goes away. The camaraderie at the track is great between racers. There is no better feeling then seeing the win light come on grin

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