subtlez28

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I did some work on the gas tank today. I drained it as much as I could and washed it out w water days ago. It still smells like gas but is dry. I was worried about going after the rust (explosion). Today I bit the bullet and hit it with a plastic media wheel on a drill. It cleaned up well, and no sparks...
I threw a quick coat of paint on:

Down side is the cheap bolt extractor kit I bought at AZ did not help w the two broken bolts. However I did bust several drill bits... Those tank bolts are hard!

I switched over the wiring on the late C4 sending unit. I just pulled the factory wires from the old 3 plug connector, the new 4 conector, and put the new unit wires in the old (3) connector. The new sender didn't even use the 3rd place, so I think I'm good.

I also put in my Racetronics pump and sending wiring (just 2 splices - it was for the 84 sending unit).

subtlez28

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I got my new (to me) harness in yesterday! I originally had an S&P harness for the LS1 and 4L60E that came in the car. I was going to modify it for the T56. But then I found a great deal on a used S&P harness for an LS1/T56 combo, so I jumped on it.

For anyone doing a similar swap with an auto, my other harness is currently in classifieds.
$650 shipped.

paq

any progress yet? keep up the nice works!

abot316

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I like it. Everytime I go out west I debate on bringing a cheap c4 home to build with the extra t56 on the shop floor. I take it you run down at Blackhawk Farms? I haven't been there since 01. I hope to get there once atleast with my 98 this year.

Jeff Smith

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Good job project....

LQC4

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Any updates?? I am catching up to you

LSCha0s

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I'm doing a similar swap.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...e-my-swap.html

subtlez28

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Thanks. I do run at BHF. Hope to see you there this summer. I run the Midwestern Council events (High speed autocross).

Thanks for the interest guys.

I was moving along nicely in the fall. Then I broke my collar bone. I healed up fine but I life has been in the way since. As has the Jeep Wrangler project I'm working on. I wanted a winter toy. It might get an LS1 next.

I have the engine, T56 and D44 in place. I need to build plates for the motor mounts. Then on to clutch, wiring, rebuilding the front suspension, and interior. I hope my motivation comes back as the weather gets nicer.

LSCha0s

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I'm glad to hear you didn't loose interest.

subtlez28

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This comment burns considering what I am about to type. I think it is time to poop or get off the pot on this project... We'll see what influence I get on which to take.

I'm sure I'll regret this later, but the truth is I have not made this car a priority in too long...

Would anyone who has followed this build be interested in taking over?
I'm fairly close to completion. Things that come to mind it still needs:
1- Engine mounts or plate
2- Wiring, keep in mind I have a nice plug and play engine/trans harness and ECU
3- Clutch hydraulics (have the parts)
4- Seats (the only part I really do not have at the moment)

I have new:
-Melrose Swap headers
-Dewitts LS1 Swap Radiator
-Water pump, balancer etc
-Laser cut Aluminum dash w Auto-meter Guages

Completed:
-D44 inspected and installed new rear hub/bearings and ARP studs
-Full Banski rear suspension
-Racetronics fuel pump , new classic tube fuel line
-Liberty Face-plated T56 six speed with C-beam bracket
-98 LS1 with LS6 intake and stand alone harness/ECU
-C5 front brakes
-17x11 front and 17x13 rear wheels/tires

$10k would take it home with the LS1, T56 and all mentioned parts. I have much more in it!

I would consider trades up or down (plus or minus cash). Manual trans C5, G8, GTO, CTS-V or LS1 F-bodies come to mind.

I've been pretty candid with this thread. No surprises.

I don't "need" to sell it, but I have been facing the reality I don't have time for this project at the moment...

85MikeTPI

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Sorry to hear this.. In working on my own LS3/T56/C4 swap, I find it hard to fall into the lure of upgrading, instead of converting, which I know will kill the project.. I think the project is much more successful if you can get it converted/running first, then go back and upgrade. Having a non-running project is a real motivation killer.

I'm all about taking projects to completion, so if I can motivate you at all, I'll try.. I'd recommend concentrating efforts on getting it running/moving again, then deal with the other stuff later..

:2cents:

subtlez28

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Good advise! If I get guilted into finishing it, rather than selling it that will work to!!

black87c4

boy i feel that pain, literally. mine went out on a flat bed couple weeks ago. Was very sad to see it go but i just don't have the time required nor the back anymore

LSCha0s

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If its just interest you need I can email you some.

JK
But seriously.. don't give up you are close. I agree with waht was said finish the conversion then do the upgrades. It will make the job a lot easier and when your done you can slowly do the upgrades. GL I wish i were closer I would help you work on it.

Here is some motivation for you. a buddy from Digitalcorvettes.com

http://api.viglink.com/api/click?for...13226758602543

seadoo

any updates?

subtlez28

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Well, I listed it in the for sale section...

On the plus side I have been thinking about working on it again. I have some vacation days over X-mas. Maybe I'll get back to work.

I think I'll put the front suspension together and get it back on the ground. Maybe then it will be a car again in my mind and get me more motivated.

If I do, I'll grab some pics and get this thread updated.

f body lover

Any updates? Im about to drop LS2/T56 in my bros '95 C4 its originaly manual I neef help in engine mounts and transmission mounts

85MikeTPI

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There's a collection of C4 conversions and tips over on CF that might help..

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-g...lsx-swaps.html

There are a few here on tech also, but most people are dual-citizens.. ;-)

LSCha0s

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yup I started that thread. I have many faces.
Take some time to look at our builds and decide which way you are going. GJ

subtlez28

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No progress on my end beyond collecting some parts. I just haven't been putting in much garage time lately.