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CBR's 64 Nova Wagon Here is what we have done with the "Chuck Wagon" http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...2/IMG_0377.jpg We removed the 300hp crate engine and fuel system for the obvious....LS engine. The engine is from an 05' truck that is the L-33 coded engine (aluminum block). -4L60E transmission -PSI Harness 732-691-6531 -Spare ECM computer 330-473-0426 -Ricks Hot Rods fuel tank 915-760-4388 -Entropy Radiator 773-669-6573 These are the main components needed the rest can be made up from your local parts store. Finding a place to enter the harness through the firewall was a challenge so I decided to use the stock location for the speedometer cable. The hole needed to be opened up to 2". The harness comes with a really nice grommet that makes it look factory original. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS52.jpg Here is my son helping pull the connectors through the hole. The entire harness started out inside the car and I fed all the little connections one by one out the fire wall. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS54.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS50.jpg Next while I had my trusty assistant we lowered the engine and transmission into its resting place and bolted it up with stock motor mounts connected to our LS header swap plates and then our 4L60E transmission cross member. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS69.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS49.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS55.jpg |
To be continued..... |
Up next was the LS radiator made for us by Entropy. I had to detail the mounts a bit but, I can not complain about this radiator as it is a near perfect fit. It comes with Dual fans, trans cooler lines and the much needed steam line vent just below the upper radiator hose, which I might ad is on the passenger side of the car just like the engine.....very nice! http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...4332_large.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS29.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS59.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS62.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS57.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS60.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS58.jpg With the radiator installed You will notice the comparison to the radiator core support....not very high with plenty of clearance below as well. The entire core support opening is covered with radiator cores. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS61.jpg |
Now it is time to wire these fans to something. So We purchased the proper LS fan harness from Entropy as well. It is a very simple harness that is well put together and labeled. It comes with relays and fuses designed to be in the engine compartment. There is also a nice long pig tail that has a weather pack connector for easy removal that extends into the cock pit and connects up with fan 1 and fan 2 of the ECM. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS63.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS27.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS28.jpg |
With the radiator in I needed to route the transmission lines. Out of the trans I have a 3' pig tail of braided hose with a -6 AN connection. From there I flared the end of some steel lines and connected them to the radiator but, not before making spaghetti out of some steel. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS22.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS23.jpg With the lines routed I then installed the Oil pressure sensor for my gauge. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS41.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS40.jpg And finally clearance to the header... http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS38.jpg |
Our engine was out of a truck and I did not get any of the front drive accessories. So I have the cadillac cts front drive system. This system has a different pressure line fitting. So I purchased a Cadillac power steering line and cut to fit with an Aeroquip connection. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS45.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS44.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS66.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS65.jpg The instructions for this pump set up suggests that if you want to use a -6 connector you must remove the pump pulley, machine the back side of the pulley as the adapter fitting would make contact. Instead I figured it would be easier and neater to use part of the Cadillac power steering hose. |
With the headers in place I moved on to the Intake elbow, MAF, and filter. The elbow came from intakehoses.com you need to know what size your throttle body is so that you can get the proper size elbow. The filter came from summit. Here are the part numbers for what I purchased. 90HL40R35 Reducing Elbow 90 Degree 4" ID to 3.5" 94100-0450 T-Bolt Clamp for 4" ID Black Rubber 94100-0400 T-Bolt Clamp for 3.5" ID Black Rubber ...and the filter AID-700-430 REPLACEMENT AIR FILTER by Air Raid http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS13.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS14.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS15.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...20swap/LS4.jpg |
For my water temp gauge I installed a bushing and sensor in the passenger side head. ATM-2259 SENDING UNIT ATM-2277 1/8 TO M12 BY 15 METRIC ADAPTR http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS43.jpg |
Fuel system was purchased from Ricks Tanks in Texas. Rick uses a 2010 Camaro fuel pump module and also installs a 90ohm sender, it is the VaporWorks set up....Nice, very Nice! http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS67.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS68.jpg Fuel module harness. Purchased from Carl Cassinova or CarlC on the forums. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS26.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS46.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS48.jpg |
With the key on and the pump primed the engine fired right up and ran very quietly. I drove it to fill up the gas tank...2 miles. Loaded it up on the trailer and headed for the Columbus Good Guys show. While there it has ran very well. I do think we need to do some minor tuning as the trans hits the rev limiter before it gets into second gear. It has reportedly went mid to high 13's at 99 mph and likes to be on the gas drifting out of the tight turns with plenty of power on tap. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS31.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...20swap/LS2.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...20swap/LS1.jpg |
Small video http://youtu.be/Pz7hTbFwHVg A recent trip to the Nova Nationals in Kentucky netted 21mpg averaging 75mph. Not bad on the initial tune |
Followed your build on SNS. I am a sucker for LSx Nova wagons. |
Great build! I actually got to see and hear the car in person and I am super jealous!! Thanks -Anthony |
Originally Posted by 67 church
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[COLOR="Navy"]Now it is time to wire these fans to something. So We purchased the proper LS fan harness from Entropy as well. It is a very simple harness that is well put together and labeled. It comes with relays and fuses designed to be in the engine compartment. There is also a nice long pig tail that has a weather pack connector for easy removal that extends into the cock pit and connects up with fan 1 and fan 2 of the ECM. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/j...0swap/LS63.jpg ] thanks, Jim |
It is not listed on the site. Give Tony a call and place your order. http://www.entropyrad.com/index.php?_a=viewDoc&docId=1 |
Looks very nice :D I like that Snoke bar. |
What mufflers are you using and is there any drone?? |
Harness
Originally Posted by 67 church
(Post 15264966)
It is not listed on the site. Give Tony a call and place your order. http://www.entropyrad.com/index.php?_a=viewDoc&docId=1 |
man, that looks great. Some of the best times I remember is helping my dad on his car also and I'm 49 now. |
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