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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 11:51 AM
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Hey LPE what are you using for a vacuum source for stuff like your brake booster if you are running one, and other stuff of that sort? The same vacuum manifolds under the runners that you use for the map sensor?
Yes....MAP, IAC are run off of the vacuum block and log's underneath. Lost the brake booster and replaced with Hydratech's hyrdoboost set-up. I'd wouldnt go any other way....
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 12:37 PM
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Seems like a pretty trick set up...got any pics of it installed?
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Briou
Seems like a pretty trick set up...got any pics of it installed?
Yeah, that's interesting. Lets see some pictures of the engine bay.
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 05:55 PM
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Seems like a pretty trick set up...got any pics of it installed?
Here's a few during phases of the install. This kit is designed for fbodies so everything fit beautifully with a little work. Adds a little interest, a little bling but more importantly stops the car HARD!





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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 06:49 PM
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That does look good...So what is the deal with the ps line...I saw that it was an option when ordering but I couldn't figure out what it was for...
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Old Sep 8, 2013 | 07:46 PM
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That does look good...So what is the deal with the ps line...I saw that it was an option when ordering but I couldn't figure out what it was for...
Hydroboost operates off the hydraulic pressure from the PS pump so it's in-line (series) with the rack-and-pinion.
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Old Sep 9, 2013 | 11:57 AM
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That clears up allot....Thanks LPE and SSStang for the help...
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Old Sep 11, 2013 | 10:42 PM
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Well I send summit a pretty nice chunk of change for some more parts for the build...not technically engine internals, but I ordered the billet specialties tru-track front drive accessories in black....also ordered a flex plate and arp flex plate bolts, along with a lokar trans dipstick in black to match....build is coming along....
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Old Sep 12, 2013 | 07:10 PM
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Hey LPE...can you buy the screens for the cross ram separate? I want to get a new set for when I actually get the engine going....
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Old Sep 15, 2013 | 07:55 PM
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Looking at starting to collect parts to build the fuel system...I am planning on going with the TanksInc. 400L/h fuel pump, along with their fuel level sending unit...putting all of this in the oem tank I got with the car....I am thinking of running either -8 or -10 line
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Old Sep 15, 2013 | 08:32 PM
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See u still working at it...Ive got to look into the same thing .....I won a hot 300 on the fight I'll be placing it on parts.....I hope you detail it as always. I really had forgot about the fuel system I can't do anything without ... gas
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Old Sep 15, 2013 | 08:46 PM
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I am looking at $330 for the fuel pump and sending unit set up....
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Old Sep 15, 2013 | 08:57 PM
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Got you.....Hoping to get these heads by Christmas time.... i need to Avg. 500 a month for the next 3 months to get them as a Christmas present to myself.... Thanks Briou.
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Old Sep 15, 2013 | 09:35 PM
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Good to hear Lil john....I am just trying to collect all the little supporting stuff now....these little things add up real quick though
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 09:24 PM
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Well I have the front drive accessories, flex plate, correct motor mounts, and some other odds and ends waiting on me back home...ready to get off for fall break so I can turn some wrenches....I should be getting my header order into ARH by wednesday so I should have headers by the time I get to go home...I am also ordering an oil pan soon....slowly but steadily the project is coming along....I am trying to figure out what radiator to go with and what I need to do about cooling the trans....thinking of going with this radiator http://www.summitracing.com/parts/bci-80308
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 10:29 PM
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Originally Posted by LPE 403
Here's a few during phases of the install. This kit is designed for fbodies so everything fit beautifully with a little work. Adds a little interest, a little bling but more importantly stops the car HARD!





damn thats beautiful
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Old Sep 25, 2013 | 10:15 PM
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Well my headers are being ordered tomorrow...a custom set of American Racing Headers 2" primaries made to clear in the Chevelle....Can't wait to get these bad boys in my hands!!
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Old Sep 30, 2013 | 01:05 PM
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Oil pan ordered....I am so ready to have all the small parts ordered so I can start saving for the short block and heads....
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Old Oct 16, 2013 | 01:23 PM
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Got the oil pan at home...I'm trying to get there this weekend to get some work done....I also should be getting my headers this weekend....My buddy who has them now sent me a pic of them and they look sick....they are huge....Really hoping they fit!!
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I am about ready to order an oil pump...anyone have any suggestions? I don't know if I should get the melling high pressure, or the high pressure/high volume...does someone make a high volume/stock pressure? Really just unsure of what I need....
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