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Old Dec 31, 2008 | 02:33 PM
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Using LS7 crate motor in a mid-engine application (GT40). Using remote water pump, separate fill tank with cap that will be above motor's water level. This is my first experience with GM motors, and frankly, none of the local gear heads have any idea about steam lines (and basically all I know is they exist).

I have the hard line that can connect and vent both heads, and in the Z06, it would be front mounted because the engine is tilted with the front high (I think). My engine will be pretty much flat. Would you just pick an end and plumb them (front would be easiest)? Or get some of these and vent all 4 corners?

http://s41657.sites80.storefront-hos...l.aspx?ID=3289

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Old Dec 31, 2008 | 06:49 PM
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LS2 here.

I drilled/tapped mine, and used all for. Peace of mind knowing its done right.

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^^ Like said above, without the 3-5' pitch in a typical RWD vehicle you'll want to use all 4 holes. With a stock WP setup, you can run them either to the upper radiator hose or to the flat spot on top of the water pump by the upper hose outlet.
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Old Jan 4, 2009 | 08:47 AM
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Originally Posted by stevieturbo
LS2 here.

I drilled/tapped mine, and used all for. Peace of mind knowing its done right.

more pics of that setup? thats nice work there!
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Old Jan 4, 2009 | 06:40 PM
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Thanks. I figured the safe method was all four. 'Preciate it.
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