Paul Bell

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So, I've got this friend that wants to replace his LT1 with an original small block while retaining as much of the LT1 control system as possiable. Now, I know this means many changes. I figure he's got to convert to standard cooling and a different intake. No prob on the cooling and I think the GMPP RamJet intake will do him well. The only real problem I see is the Opti pickup. He's already thinking about the LTCC ignition but how does he get the "correct" distributor signal to the PCM? Can the LT1 timing cover fit on a standard small block? OR is there a intake mounted distributor on the market that will give the signal the LT1 PCM is looking for?

Will the LT1 accessories drive brackets bolt up?

While this'll be a tough one, he's right about getting away from the limitations of the LT1 motor. There's plenty of packaged small blocks on the market that easily put out 550+ HP.

If there's a hard way to do something......

Honda Hunter

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LTCC? It should have a distributer in the back. I think it would be alot easier if you forget about the LT1 and retaining it for the swap. I would look over a pre lt1 fbody and go from there. I'm sure some one with more knowledge will chime in.

TwoFast4Lv

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I have built and can build the front cover to run an Opti on a SBI

Paul Bell

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OK, my pal was hoping on using some kind of distributer in the stock (rear of the intake manifold) location for the pickup. Now he's rambling about a Hogan's intake. Worst case, he'll have the Opti on the front cover just as a pickup for the PCM with the blank cover.

engineermike

Also, don't forget the LT1 and SBC motor mounts are different.

Paul Bell

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Ahh, that's interesting and good information to know, thanks. If this nut goes through with this, how're we gonna get a motor to mount up? Has this been done before?

Thanks again-here, have a beverage: