LT1 to LS1 k-member problems
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LT1 to LS1 k-member problems I am installing my LS1 kmember into my 95 Z28 for a LS1 swap. The kmember seems to not be as wide as my lt1 was. Anyone had this problem or know what to do?
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thats interesting is the k-member for an ls or lt w ls mounts. when i got my ls from shopn i paid extra to have the mounts for ls on it, but thay didn't say anything about the rest being any differant call them and ask
Originally Posted by 95GreenZ28
I am installing my LS1 kmember into my 95 Z28 for a LS1 swap. The kmember seems to not be as wide as my lt1 was. Anyone had this problem or know what to do?
FWIW, my LS1 BMR unit fit flawlessly into my LT1 chassis.
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I dunno if it was the kmember or my body. I would like it if someone would measure center to center on thier kmembers middle bolt holes so i can find out if it is my body
I'll be wrenching on my car tomorrow, if I think about it I'll throw up some measurements for ya. I'm 99% sure the distances diagonally for the front two mounts should be the same. Also, and sorry if this seems obvious but, you've probably seen the tabbed-nuts inside the frame rails that slide around for adjustment right?
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Yea I have seen those but it is about 1/2" off so that wont do any good. I am hoping its the kmember and not my body 
I guess I should measure my old kmember as well as my new one. Yea if you get those measurements I would appreciate it. Can I use stock a-arms on a tubular kmember? I am just wondering cause I dont have the money for all of it yet. If so I may just go w a tubular and reuse my a arms until I can get new tubular arms.
I guess I should measure my old kmember as well as my new one. Yea if you get those measurements I would appreciate it. Can I use stock a-arms on a tubular kmember? I am just wondering cause I dont have the money for all of it yet. If so I may just go w a tubular and reuse my a arms until I can get new tubular arms. LS1 Tech Stories
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Originally Posted by 95GreenZ28
Yea I have seen those but it is about 1/2" off so that wont do any good. I am hoping its the kmember and not my body I guess I should measure my old kmember as well as my new one. Yea if you get those measurements I would appreciate it. Can I use stock a-arms on a tubular kmember? I am just wondering cause I dont have the money for all of it yet. If so I may just go w a tubular and reuse my a arms until I can get new tubular arms.
I guess I should measure my old kmember as well as my new one. Yea if you get those measurements I would appreciate it. Can I use stock a-arms on a tubular kmember? I am just wondering cause I dont have the money for all of it yet. If so I may just go w a tubular and reuse my a arms until I can get new tubular arms.Mike
I'd compare measurments from your old LT1 unit to the new LS1 unit. If they are different, I'd guess your body and subframe are tweaked. If so the LT1 subframe can be used but you will have to drill and tap the holes to mount the motor mounts.
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The lt1 is 1/2" wider than the ls1. I guess I just have to wait and see if someone can measure a stock unbent ls1 kmember for me to know if it is my body or the kmember
no ls1 k members are not any wider...many have done the swap...your ls1 member is prolly bent, where did you get it?
if you know your car hasnt been in a bad wreck thats prolly what happened...ive got a stock ls1 k out back....and lt1, too bad your not closer
if you know your car hasnt been in a bad wreck thats prolly what happened...ive got a stock ls1 k out back....and lt1, too bad your not closer
Originally Posted by 95GreenZ28
Yea i bet so but I just need a measurement to be sure 
Mike