Starting installing STS rear mount kit
Starting installing STS rear mount kit just started the install
i am unsure on how the turbo will react to the Torquer V2 and the 5.3L heads.
But i ran most of the piping through and will be having a muffler shop weld the flange on and run open exhaust today.
Just need to run the wires to the oil pump, run the pcv check valve and the high/low switch.
i am unsure on how the turbo will react to the Torquer V2 and the 5.3L heads.
But i ran most of the piping through and will be having a muffler shop weld the flange on and run open exhaust today.
Just need to run the wires to the oil pump, run the pcv check valve and the high/low switch.
What are the specs on the cam?
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
Originally Posted by pdanrichey
What are the specs on the cam?
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
GOODLUCK with the build and keep posting threads to keep us updated
Originally Posted by pdanrichey
What are the specs on the cam?
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
The 5.3L heads...did you install that to up or lower your CR? I know the 6.0L truck heads are a great swap for FI setups b/c it lowers your CR to a more boost friendly spot. (plus they're CHEAP!!)
The heads obviously are going to affect how much boost you can run. C5 Z06's, which have a higher CR than the LS1's are running 5.5 - 6psi through an FMIC on a conservative tune and making 500+rwhp. On the LS1's, you need about 8psi to get those numbers if you have stock heads/bottom-end.
im in positive overlap but its only 7 degrees so im running only 5.5 psi.
the heads/cam were done already but i may swap out with a 6L head if tuning becomes aproblem
one question: how tight do i torque the driver side k member bolt.
because now that one pipe is making it stick out a little more
because now that one pipe is making it stick out a little more
Last edited by Cchris1109; May 30, 2007 at 04:50 PM.
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hahah i have the same problem. thats why i didnt bother with the piping that came with the kit. i just ordered a 180 bend, 90s,45s, and straits today. well see how hard it is to do all my own piping
Originally Posted by 99Z28LS1
you poeple that do DIY will save tons of money, i wish i was braver before i bought my kit.
goodluck
goodluck
For any DIY guys, I do have the non-convertible pipe # 4 for the STS kit ready to be shipped out!! It's the looonnnngggg pipe that runs up the driver's side. I need to sell it!!!!
Originally Posted by Cchris1109
hit my first problem
i have subframe connectors and its blocking the way dammit!
i have subframe connectors and its blocking the way dammit!
Yah the piping is supposed to "act" as a SFC for that side of the car... if you read up on their website it tells you that. Kinda dumb IMO lol
However, I lack a solid roof over my head 
Originally Posted by GTObsessor
Yah the piping is supposed to "act" as a SFC for that side of the car... if you read up on their website it tells you that. Kinda dumb IMO lol
Originally Posted by Cchris1109
i dont see how hollow aluminum piping will act as a subframe haha
well i chopped off my SFC and installed that pipe
now all the pipes are installed, tomorrow i will be running oil lines, power line, and wiring harness
then monday i will have a custom Y pipe made with 3 inch exhaust to the T4 flange....
tuesday-wednesday will be installing the 42 lbs injectors and finally connecting the turbo to the exhaust.
i will then do a basic tune and then dyno tune and hope for great results. im hoping for 500 whp...one can hope.
now all the pipes are installed, tomorrow i will be running oil lines, power line, and wiring harness
then monday i will have a custom Y pipe made with 3 inch exhaust to the T4 flange....
tuesday-wednesday will be installing the 42 lbs injectors and finally connecting the turbo to the exhaust.
i will then do a basic tune and then dyno tune and hope for great results. im hoping for 500 whp...one can hope.