The G-Body Swap Thread
but out of curiosity wouldnt plugging those holes cause issues? or have you done this already haha???
What transmission crossmember are you guys using with the 1"setback mounts and a 4l60e? I bought thr Jegs 700r4 crossmember thinking it might work and it ended up being 2" too far forward
Last edited by dynodanmanda79; Feb 16, 2016 at 10:08 AM.
i bought the hooker/holley ls swap crossmember (works with th400 and other transmissions too, with specific install kit sold seperatly) as i am eventually going to a th400
all parts ordered,(except serpentine belt) should fire her up next days off (3 weeks)
QUESTION--- to get the proper length belt now that pulley sizes have changed etc how do i go about that the best way? ive read using a string on the proper belt path and measuring it after to determine length but anyone have any input to this??????
QUESTION--- to get the proper length belt now that pulley sizes have changed etc how do i go about that the best way? ive read using a string on the proper belt path and measuring it after to determine length but anyone have any input to this??????
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i found out the wires from the supercharger go to the MAF sensor just get tied in. i think i found a good pre made heater core loop hose for the heater core delete, lower rad hose part number gates 21059 trimmed 6 inches works mint!!!!
QUESTION what air to liquid intercooler do you guys know of or recommend the stock magnusson one for 2010 camaro was 23x15x2-1/4 inches dimensions and that blower always got heat soaked so i want bigger as i have way more room now. i looked and looked best i could find was this one for a ford f-150 by AFCO its 26x15x5 inches part #80284NDP about $500
or a custom one by bell intercoolers but man they aren't cheap!!!
QUESTION what air to liquid intercooler do you guys know of or recommend the stock magnusson one for 2010 camaro was 23x15x2-1/4 inches dimensions and that blower always got heat soaked so i want bigger as i have way more room now. i looked and looked best i could find was this one for a ford f-150 by AFCO its 26x15x5 inches part #80284NDP about $500
or a custom one by bell intercoolers but man they aren't cheap!!!
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Teching In
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What would ya'll recommend for a ford 9in donor? I'm told there's a few years the mustang had a usable rear end for the g body, but I cant find any clarification. Obviously it would take a little cutting and welding. Also, I'm looking for recommendations on new wiring harnesses for an LS swap, any issues with the painless 28 circuit harness connecting to the LS engine harness? Keeping fuel injection. Thanks.
What would ya'll recommend for a ford 9in donor? I'm told there's a few years the mustang had a usable rear end for the g body, but I cant find any clarification. Obviously it would take a little cutting and welding. Also, I'm looking for recommendations on new wiring harnesses for an LS swap, any issues with the painless 28 circuit harness connecting to the LS engine harness? Keeping fuel injection. Thanks.
I used a PSI harness as well. Been using it for two years and just took my LQ4 out to replace it with a 408, all of the connections were still strong and the harness held up great to daily driving. I'd say it's not much better than a DIY using a stock harness, but it's plug and play.
Teching In
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From: Virginia Beach
Teching In
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From: Virginia Beach
I used a PSI harness as well. Been using it for two years and just took my LQ4 out to replace it with a 408, all of the connections were still strong and the harness held up great to daily driving. I'd say it's not much better than a DIY using a stock harness, but it's plug and play.
i'm seriously gonna have to check these guys out.
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all parts ordered,(except serpentine belt) should fire her up next days off (3 weeks)
QUESTION--- to get the proper length belt now that pulley sizes have changed etc how do i go about that the best way? ive read using a string on the proper belt path and measuring it after to determine length but anyone have any input to this??????
QUESTION--- to get the proper length belt now that pulley sizes have changed etc how do i go about that the best way? ive read using a string on the proper belt path and measuring it after to determine length but anyone have any input to this??????
Another method is to use and old belt, cut it, run it around the pulleys and over-lap the cut end pulling tight until snug with the tensioner in the correct orientation, mark it and cut it down to size and then measure the result. I'm 2 for 3 doing this and getting the correct size the first time. If it's wrong, go back and try, try again.
Another method is to use and old belt, cut it, run it around the pulleys and over-lap the cut end pulling tight until snug with the tensioner in the correct orientation, mark it and cut it down to size and then measure the result. I'm 2 for 3 doing this and getting the correct size the first time. If it's wrong, go back and try, try again.
ahh good call i will try this method for sure thx
I am trying to use the MuscleRods B-body mounts to put a 2000 LS1 with the LH8 pan into a 1980 El Camino. The block side mounts are clearly labeled which way up. Trying all sorts of ways on the K-member mount, but no matter what I do can not get it to line up. The best I have gotten is the mounts seem about an inch too far out line up. Here are some shots of the closest I have been. Seems most I can find are people using the 1" setback with SBC mounts, no good photos of how these go in. Anyone have any ideas?
http://www.brphotrods.com/products/7...cts/index.html
http://www.brphotrods.com/products/7...cts/index.html
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Those look just like the ones I put in my G-body.. I have pictures of where the bolts go but for some reason they wont upload. Message me I'll email them to you.
Last edited by Randy_G; Mar 8, 2016 at 09:10 PM. Reason: Pictures wont load!
did find some really good pics here, will compare to what I did. Looks pretty close:
http://hotrodregal.com/brp-hot-rods-...il-pan-part-1/
http://hotrodregal.com/brp-hot-rods-...il-pan-part-1/