Swap into a 69
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Swap into a 69 I have a 2000 T/A LS1/auto that is totaled and considering swapping everything into my 69 Firebird. What are my fueling supply options as far as tank etc. What will be useful from the 69?
any tips from those that have done the swap? Would love to put a manual in too but trying to do this on a limited budget as a side project.
any tips from those that have done the swap? Would love to put a manual in too but trying to do this on a limited budget as a side project.
You will need an EFI tank setup and fuel lines and pressure regulator, they sell kits for an EFI setup or you can piece it together yourself. You will need a modified harness which you can purchase or modify the current one to be a stand alone. It will require a tune to edit out the CEL. You'll need electric fans and a fan relay controller unless you intend on swapping everything over from your donor car.
There are quite a few companies that make motor mount kits now, you may need a new tranny crossmember. I think Lokar sells a pedal assembly for manuals and autos.
Im not sure if the bellhousing fits the transmission hump or not? a little googling should help on that one. Id go through our conversions thread and view other folks builds. LS swaps in older Fbodies are very common now, so theres a ton of info out there and companies making it simple on the DIY hobbiest.
Im doing this currently to my 71 Camaro, but its a full resto mod so its a bit more complex than just a motor swap. Its getting a updated suspension and 6.2L and a 6 speed. but most of the above covers what you would need.
There are quite a few companies that make motor mount kits now, you may need a new tranny crossmember. I think Lokar sells a pedal assembly for manuals and autos.
Im not sure if the bellhousing fits the transmission hump or not? a little googling should help on that one. Id go through our conversions thread and view other folks builds. LS swaps in older Fbodies are very common now, so theres a ton of info out there and companies making it simple on the DIY hobbiest.
Im doing this currently to my 71 Camaro, but its a full resto mod so its a bit more complex than just a motor swap. Its getting a updated suspension and 6.2L and a 6 speed. but most of the above covers what you would need.
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I've done manual and auto LS swaps into various vehicles. I find the auto easier. No clutch linkage needed. Using the stock Camaro ECM and a nicely built 4L60E with a stall converter will shift very nice. All shift points are adjustable.
My last couple of LS swaps I used the Tank's Inc EFI gas tanks. They can supply the sender and fuel pump. They bolt right in. I use a C5 fuel filter regulator. Only use Wix or AC Delco. -6 SS fuel lines.
Lokar throttle cable. I have used the Speed Engineering headers on a couple of LS swaps. They fit well. I know they are China made but I don't have cash for $1200 headers.
Use the 2000 Camaro front accessories. Use a LS swap radiator. Makes hose routing easier. Intakehoses.com for the intake tubing.
My last couple of LS swaps I used the Tank's Inc EFI gas tanks. They can supply the sender and fuel pump. They bolt right in. I use a C5 fuel filter regulator. Only use Wix or AC Delco. -6 SS fuel lines.
Lokar throttle cable. I have used the Speed Engineering headers on a couple of LS swaps. They fit well. I know they are China made but I don't have cash for $1200 headers.
Use the 2000 Camaro front accessories. Use a LS swap radiator. Makes hose routing easier. Intakehoses.com for the intake tubing.
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The easiest fuel system option is to use a holley EFI sender in a stock/repop tank. They drop in directly, have a built in pump/regulator and only one port. Most LS engines are returnless, so it's simple
A basic AN6 lines from tank to rails will be simple if you know how to assemble AN fittings
Pro tip: I recommend a new/reman PS box. Of the 4 1st gens Ive done, 3 have blown seals out of original boxes with new PS pumps. That's not an easy replacement when headers are already installed
A basic AN6 lines from tank to rails will be simple if you know how to assemble AN fittings
Pro tip: I recommend a new/reman PS box. Of the 4 1st gens Ive done, 3 have blown seals out of original boxes with new PS pumps. That's not an easy replacement when headers are already installed
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@T/A Addict Don't forget you are going to have to shift that 4L60, Go to shiftworks.com and search part number: SC2242,for the shifter conversion, We recommend our SW653 for a 4 speed neutral safety switch, lastly we recomend a new shifter cable K100-30. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me directly at support@shiftworks.com!
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@blackbyrd We have a shifter conversion and/or a new shifter that looks original, search the Camaro section on our website and take a look, If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me directly at support@shiftworks.com
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Just FYI. I used the Shiftworks shifter conversion on a 79 Camaro with a LS1/4L60E swap and 71 Corvette LS1/4L60E swap using the stock shifters. Worked like a champ on both converting the stock shifter from 3 speed to 4 speed.