Nasty sounding rod knock.

 

Well done. Can't wait to get started on my '67 again.

 

huh?

 

I kind of thought the same thing, but couldn't really tell.

 

Am I going crazy? I'm not hearing it...

-Nick

 

If you aren't hearing it or feeling it when it runs, the it must have just been the video. When I first heard it at start up, first thing I thought was a rod knock.

 

I listened to the video again and I can hear what you mean. It doesn't sound like that in real life, and that was literally the first time it has been run in more than a year. I did prime the oil system before cranking, and got 60lbs of oil pressure prior to firing it off. It starts and runs as smooth as a sewing maching right now.

-Nick

 

Glad to hear it!

 

I'm dialing in a few other things, then I'll post more vids of the engine running!

-Nick

 

Nice lookin car man

 

Thanks man!

 

Ok guys, question:

I have read every thread on this and still cant seem to find a solution:
How do I get my aftermarket digital speedometer to work with my E38 ECM?
I have it hooked up correctly, to the Speedo output signal from the PCI harness, but it reads really high and isn't accurate, except for when going 0 mph. When hooked up to a scanner though, the speed is accurate, so I know the calibration is correct in the tune.

Thoughts?
Thanks
-Nick

 

Show us some pic's of the dash

 

Nice man!!! I got mine running, sounds mean just kike yours! Checkout my thread for the video's , you will enjoy them!

Have you driven it yet? Seen the power difference? I'm thinking mine will be night and day since it was just a 283 before.

 

adding this to the dream car list

 

Thanks guys, I'll get some pics of the dash up shortly.

-Nick

 

I liked the idea of digital gauges, but now that I have them in, I don't like them. I knew it was just a temporary fix, so I could see all the vitals on the LS engine. At some point down the road, I likely be switching them out for some VHX gauges.

With no power, my current gauges are dark, and look invisible.


With power...

 

Great thread. My dad and I just bought a 66 wagon and looking for the basics. Already have one swap more I want to do it again just cheaper.

First how is the fuel tank working out so far

Second, any idea how thick the adapter plates are fit the engine mounts? It looks like dirty dingo has the thickest premade plates and yours have a nice fit with the Holley pan.

I have more questions but I can't think of them right now

 

and by the way I have the braided nylon, without the stainless liner inside and it has never leaked or smelled on my swap car that's been fine for 4 years now

The Teflon lining is a bit overkill and is probably intended more for e85 or some serious race gas

 

Update on my exhaust... much better now.


-Nick