Anyone in SC?
11-21-2010, 05:23 PM
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I'm in Charleston and basically tips on everything! lol
Heres the story.....
When I was 14 my dad brought home a 350 small block and he was carrying the pistons in a paper bag. He built the engine then he found a 73 LTZ....my first car. I wish I had paid more attention back then, that was a great opportunity to learn. Of course girls were more fun to look at! So now I have a 14yr old son and would like to be able to do something similar for him. Except this go around he is going to learn what I missed!
I have the complete engine minus the ecm and I will need a new wiring harness. Any idea what I could expect to pay for a used one? I know they used the LS1 in other vehicles...would those ecm's work?
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Heres the story.....
When I was 14 my dad brought home a 350 small block and he was carrying the pistons in a paper bag. He built the engine then he found a 73 LTZ....my first car. I wish I had paid more attention back then, that was a great opportunity to learn. Of course girls were more fun to look at! So now I have a 14yr old son and would like to be able to do something similar for him. Except this go around he is going to learn what I missed!
I have the complete engine minus the ecm and I will need a new wiring harness. Any idea what I could expect to pay for a used one? I know they used the LS1 in other vehicles...would those ecm's work?
Thanks
12-07-2010, 07:39 PM
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Well last weekend I bought a 95 z28. Been doing a lot of research and have found some very useful stuff. What part of charleston are you in? I'm in n chas closer to s'ville.
12-08-2010, 11:41 AM
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Also in Charleston. You should find a cheap LS1 to swap for lol. Just kidding. Manfred up there is good on mechanics, but watch out for that zap zap stuff haha. I kid, I can also attempt to provide some assistance on the electrical front (electrician), or some moral support and flashlight holding on the mechanical front. Just lemme know.
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12-08-2010, 03:48 PM
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Thanks to both of you. I have been reading an article in this forum about the swap. It requires re-pinning of the harness which will allow me to keep all the electrical stuff from the 95. Seems pretty straight forward but we'll see. I have heard it can get expensive but I have so little in the car and engine I think I can swing it. As far as the engine goes the only things I need are the ecm, and a power steering reservoir and pulley, a few hoses and thats about it. I already have the harness (on its way) and the k frame. On the k frame I do need the steering assembly. Going to Don's car crusher this weekend for the quest!
What part of Charleston are you in turtle? I see manfred is in the creek.....and btw way if that is a pic of you....we have to meet! lol jk
What part of Charleston are you in turtle? I see manfred is in the creek.....and btw way if that is a pic of you....we have to meet! lol jk
12-08-2010, 11:24 PM
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I'm out on James Island, but I head up to North Chuck/GC regularly to hang out with Greg (manfred). I have no comment on how big his ***** are... lol. Just kidding.
But seriously, my car would be a broken piece if it wasn't for Greg's help.
But seriously, my car would be a broken piece if it wasn't for Greg's help.
12-10-2010, 12:44 PM
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I am also in Charleston. Check out Carolinahorsepower.com, we have a lot of locals and some fast LSx stuff. I also have a 6.0 iron block for sale that would make a good base for a motor swap. I even have an LS1 k-member so you won't need to fumble with motor mounts.
PM me if you are interested.
PM me if you are interested.
01-27-2011, 11:58 AM
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Hey turtle...I'm about to start my harness work. there are a few posts in here about how to do it and on lt1swap.com. I have no freaking clue about electrical.......Up for helping out?
01-28-2011, 09:48 PM
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Hey guys....check out our thread under "Other Special Events" regarding
our FBody event at MB.
www.fbodybeachbash.com
our FBody event at MB.
www.fbodybeachbash.com
