1972 Turbo LQ4 Nova
1972 Turbo LQ4 Nova Not sure where I should actually put this build thread, but here's my build so far on my '72 Nova.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...urbo-nova.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...urbo-nova.html
Here's a couple teaser shots of how the hot side tubing is coming along.
Originally the lower radiator hose routing wasn't an issue, but as the steel came together, it became less and less convenient. I've got some elbows and stainless tubing that should make for some clean routing.
Also, for those of you looking for a cheaper straight neck thermostat housing, I've got an answer for you, stay tuned for some pictures. Keywords: '99 Windstar outlet, '05+ thermostat sans-o-ring, permadry gasket... You do the math, and get it for yourself, then tell your friends and change the world.
Lastly, kinda, my hydroboost modification is almost done, just need to remake the rushrod and bolt it all back together.
Originally the lower radiator hose routing wasn't an issue, but as the steel came together, it became less and less convenient. I've got some elbows and stainless tubing that should make for some clean routing.
Also, for those of you looking for a cheaper straight neck thermostat housing, I've got an answer for you, stay tuned for some pictures. Keywords: '99 Windstar outlet, '05+ thermostat sans-o-ring, permadry gasket... You do the math, and get it for yourself, then tell your friends and change the world.
Lastly, kinda, my hydroboost modification is almost done, just need to remake the rushrod and bolt it all back together.
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Looking good . I'm about done with my turbo kit on my 69 nova . Kinda cool to see everybody 's different ideas on routing all the piping . Very cool I'm also gonna go with the holley dominator setup .
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Verdad Gallardo It's all stick welded. I'm pretty unhappy with how that all went down. My buddy convinced me his brother could weld up the hot side for me and he ends up only having an arc welder and he liked to pile welds on top of welds.
CXracing makes a 90* turn flange adapter I'll probable run on a future project which will drastically simplify the fabrication process... but I'll try this one out and see what happens...
Im sure the zip ties on the exhaust wrap are only temporary, lol. I purchased a car recently where they used zip ties on the exhaust wrap permanently....well for a little while. lol. Project looks good. Reading these Nova builds is motivating me to resurrect mine again. 
Im sure the zip ties on the exhaust wrap are only temporary, lol. I purchased a car recently where they used zip ties on the exhaust wrap permanently....well for a little while. lol. Project looks good. Reading these Nova builds is motivating me to resurrect mine again.
more updates on the original thread...
cold side done, radiator hoses done, core support and intercooler remounted...
feel free to give me some input on your thoughts or opinions, I'm always looking to improve or find something I may have missed.
Thanks for checking it out.
cold side done, radiator hoses done, core support and intercooler remounted...
feel free to give me some input on your thoughts or opinions, I'm always looking to improve or find something I may have missed.
Thanks for checking it out.
