Starting installing STS rear mount kit
05-30-2007, 04:41 AM
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Starting installing STS rear mount kit just started the install
i am unsure on how the turbo will react to the Torquer V2 and the 5.3L heads.
But i ran most of the piping through and will be having a muffler shop weld the flange on and run open exhaust today.
Just need to run the wires to the oil pump, run the pcv check valve and the high/low switch.
i am unsure on how the turbo will react to the Torquer V2 and the 5.3L heads.
But i ran most of the piping through and will be having a muffler shop weld the flange on and run open exhaust today.
Just need to run the wires to the oil pump, run the pcv check valve and the high/low switch.
05-30-2007, 12:25 PM
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What are the specs on the cam?
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
05-30-2007, 03:10 PM
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Originally Posted by pdanrichey
What are the specs on the cam?
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
GOODLUCK with the build and keep posting threads to keep us updated
05-30-2007, 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by pdanrichey
What are the specs on the cam?
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
im in positive overlap but its only 7 degrees so im running only 5.5 psi.
the heads/cam were done already but i may swap out with a 6L head if tuning becomes aproblem
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one question: how tight do i torque the driver side k member bolt.
because now that one pipe is making it stick out a little more
because now that one pipe is making it stick out a little more
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hahah i have the same problem. thats why i didnt bother with the piping that came with the kit. i just ordered a 180 bend, 90s,45s, and straits today. well see how hard it is to do all my own piping
05-31-2007, 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by 99Z28LS1
you poeple that do DIY will save tons of money, i wish i was braver before i bought my kit.
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05-31-2007, 03:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Cchris1109
hit my first problem
i have subframe connectors and its blocking the way dammit!
i have subframe connectors and its blocking the way dammit!
Yah the piping is supposed to "act" as a SFC for that side of the car... if you read up on their website it tells you that. Kinda dumb IMO lol
However, I lack a solid roof over my head 
05-31-2007, 11:06 PM
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Originally Posted by GTObsessor
Yah the piping is supposed to "act" as a SFC for that side of the car... if you read up on their website it tells you that. Kinda dumb IMO lol
06-01-2007, 07:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Cchris1109
i dont see how hollow aluminum piping will act as a subframe haha
06-01-2007, 09:22 PM
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well i chopped off my SFC and installed that pipe
now all the pipes are installed, tomorrow i will be running oil lines, power line, and wiring harness
then monday i will have a custom Y pipe made with 3 inch exhaust to the T4 flange....
tuesday-wednesday will be installing the 42 lbs injectors and finally connecting the turbo to the exhaust.
i will then do a basic tune and then dyno tune and hope for great results. im hoping for 500 whp...one can hope.
now all the pipes are installed, tomorrow i will be running oil lines, power line, and wiring harness
then monday i will have a custom Y pipe made with 3 inch exhaust to the T4 flange....
tuesday-wednesday will be installing the 42 lbs injectors and finally connecting the turbo to the exhaust.
i will then do a basic tune and then dyno tune and hope for great results. im hoping for 500 whp...one can hope.