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Old 09-05-2010, 03:27 PM
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Here's one to add to the list:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...l80-build.html
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https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...00-6-0vvt.html (-TheBandit-)
Mounts TBD
Oil Pan TBD
Headers TBD
Old 09-17-2010, 12:11 PM
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Decided to start a build thread for my '69 Nova. Maybe you guys can help keep me motivated to make progress.

69 Nova 408 twin turbo build
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Thanks to John B for gettign this into the stickies!
https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...ml#post8168556
Old 10-17-2010, 06:31 PM
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Were are you guys getting your driveshafts from?
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Well finally got around to starting my thread.. 71 Nova, using a LS1, 4L60E and the brakes from a 02 Z28 Camaro

Cleaned up the motor some
ARP Rod and Head Bolts
Freshen up the Heads, added Comp 918's spring, Retainer and push rods
Comp Cam - ***** Thrumpr
Complete Hotchkis TVS
Edelbrock Headers

Fab'd up some mounting plates.. used Edelbrock pattern. 1" setback out of 1/2" Alum. Energy Suspension Short/Wide mounts. (moved Frame mounts 1/2" forward due to trans tunnel and firewall clearance (too tight).

https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...02-ls1-a4.html

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Old 11-23-2010, 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted by hookemdevils22
1970 Nova LS2/T56 (another thread here) (strtlegal)
Mounts AutoKraft
Oil Pan AutoKraft
Headers StainlessWorks
This info isn't right. From his thread:

Originally Posted by strtlegal
Thanks guys, Ive got Brp motor mounts and the first production set of 1 7/8" headers from them as well..I'm running an LH8 oil pan which clears very nice but does hang low, we will see how close it gets to the ground once I lower the care back down..
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That's old. Chuck sold off his BRP stuff and went with the AK/SW setup instead.
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Good to know, thanks!
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Maybe accessory drive should be a field as well? I've gotten the most PM's regarding the truck acc drive and whether or not it'll fit a stock hood... just a thought to make the 1st post in here just a bit more comprehensive!

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updated with what I could find. FYI - the truck stuff DOES fit under the x-body hood with standard mounts.
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my 1972 nova build

https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...lsx-build.html


Mounts Ebay 1" setback
Oil Pan LH8
Headers W Body 5.3 manifolds for turbo app
Accessories fbody/custom
Old 04-07-2011, 08:04 AM
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you can change mine to

Ebay mounts 1" setback
Autokraft Oil Pan
Stainless works up and forward headers
Accessories Fbody/custom
Old 04-18-2011, 04:39 AM
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ive got some brp nova conversion mounts in the for sale section for cheap

https://ls1tech.com/forums/parts-cla...arts-misc.html
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1968 Chevy II Nova
Mounts Not 100% sure If I use Dougs headers, I'll use their matching mount.
Oil Pan Autokraft
Headers Dougs Headers
Accessories Not sure yet
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Originally Posted by hookemdevils22
1968 Chevy II Nova Carb'd LY6 (bitterman)
Mounts Doug's Headers
Oil Pan Autokraft
Headers Doug's Headers
Accessories unk
Hookemdevils22, the link is missing on this one. Here's the URL:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...1968-nova.html
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gocha updated. thanks clint
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Originally Posted by hookemdevils22
1970 Nova LY6/TH400 (-TheBandit-)
NOTE: Retaining VVT
Mounts TBD
Oil Pan TBD
Headers TBD
Accessories GM L99, w/ AC
NOTE: Retaining VVT, clearanced frame for low mount AC
Mounts Custom 1" lift 1/4" forward
Oil Pan Autokraft
Headers Dougs D3337
Accessories LS3 intake, GM L99 wp & ps, TBSS AC
Old 07-06-2011, 09:47 AM
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updated. also linked to your accessory notes and mount design. anything else?
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Man I Wish I have time to write up a build thread on my car but here is mine as it sits. car is 1970 nova ss. its ready to fire up this weekend just need a custom driveshaft to run it. here are some pics
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this is the best part of the car 345 30 18 in the rear.

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