A few LS1 swap questions
09-03-2010, 10:57 PM
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A few LS1 swap questions Hey guys, I'm planning on a LS1 swap soon.
I have a few questions, as it seems to be a lot of work and I want to get everything correct. Keep in mind I am going from a 2.8 V6 A4.
#1. If I purchase a donor car, other than notching the K member, and cutting for the T-56 to fit, can I swap in the LS1 computer, wiring harness, motor and tranny and rear end? Or is there more I need to do? I've read the FAQs at Thirdgen.org a few times and I can't seem to find a concrete answer for that question.
#2. At Hawk's site they have a list of connectors and such here. Will I need any of those? And if so which ones?
#3. My current radiator has a crack in it. (LOL) I was planning on using the LS1 rad, I assume it will fit, anything else I will need to know?
#4. I plan on dropping the motor in from the top as I do not have the ability to put the car over it with the K-member. Any hazards and such I need to know?
#5. I plan on using the rear end from the donor car, due to it having disc brakes and posi (IIRC). I assume I will need new brake lines, or can I use what I have?
#6. I know I will need a new fuel pump, which one would be the best choice? Or should I just use the tank from the donor car?
#7. Gauges, I was planning one putting in some white face autometer ones in, will they work correctly with the swap? Or will I need a converter or something for them?
#8. The Y-pipe, could I cut the stock one from the donor car and weld it to fit my car? Or will I need to have one made?
That's what I can remember, if I have more questions I'll post them up. Thanks guys!
I have a few questions, as it seems to be a lot of work and I want to get everything correct. Keep in mind I am going from a 2.8 V6 A4.
#1. If I purchase a donor car, other than notching the K member, and cutting for the T-56 to fit, can I swap in the LS1 computer, wiring harness, motor and tranny and rear end? Or is there more I need to do? I've read the FAQs at Thirdgen.org a few times and I can't seem to find a concrete answer for that question.
#2. At Hawk's site they have a list of connectors and such here. Will I need any of those? And if so which ones?
#3. My current radiator has a crack in it. (LOL) I was planning on using the LS1 rad, I assume it will fit, anything else I will need to know?
#4. I plan on dropping the motor in from the top as I do not have the ability to put the car over it with the K-member. Any hazards and such I need to know?
#5. I plan on using the rear end from the donor car, due to it having disc brakes and posi (IIRC). I assume I will need new brake lines, or can I use what I have?
#6. I know I will need a new fuel pump, which one would be the best choice? Or should I just use the tank from the donor car?
#7. Gauges, I was planning one putting in some white face autometer ones in, will they work correctly with the swap? Or will I need a converter or something for them?
#8. The Y-pipe, could I cut the stock one from the donor car and weld it to fit my car? Or will I need to have one made?
That's what I can remember, if I have more questions I'll post them up. Thanks guys!
