Had Enough of these Electrical issues!
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ok i have had enough of my electrical issues, i have decieded after dealing 2 1/2 years with this BS to go with a carb setup. Now this is coming for a guy who doesnt know DICK about carb setups. So, LS1tech please help me out.
I know i need to change a few things, here is my list:
- Looking for a good Carb (dunno brand Any Suggestions)
- Need a Manafiold
- Need a Timing Cover to get rid of opti (were do i find this)
- Need a Good Distubotor (any suggestions)
- Need new wires
- Electronic Water Pump
anything else i need (ie. Fuel Pump or something else?
Also what size carb is reccomened for a build 383 ?
Here is the kicker I have a great warbird hood, im finding out that the carb might not fit under it. Anyfix to that, is there a shorter carb or maybe shorter manfiold.
I will trade straight up for my Injection system for a carb setup. I will also sell my Injection setup if anyone is intrested. here is the list and im willing to ship. This is a lil added bonus to the LT1 guys on here.
Ford SVO 42LBS Injectors - $200
LT1 Ported Manafiold modded for a 58MM TB - $250
BBK 58MM TB - $150
Fuel Rails - $25 bucks or free with injectors. Comes with Clips
I have 3 new GM optis - $100 bucks ea
I have 2 New ICM - $25 ea
New Waterpump - 50.00
2 Brand New Computers (1 has knock sensor in it) - $175 Each
im sure there is more to that list im missing but its a start for now.
I know i need to change a few things, here is my list:
- Looking for a good Carb (dunno brand Any Suggestions)
- Need a Manafiold
- Need a Timing Cover to get rid of opti (were do i find this)
- Need a Good Distubotor (any suggestions)
- Need new wires
- Electronic Water Pump
anything else i need (ie. Fuel Pump or something else?
Also what size carb is reccomened for a build 383 ?
Here is the kicker I have a great warbird hood, im finding out that the carb might not fit under it. Anyfix to that, is there a shorter carb or maybe shorter manfiold.
I will trade straight up for my Injection system for a carb setup. I will also sell my Injection setup if anyone is intrested. here is the list and im willing to ship. This is a lil added bonus to the LT1 guys on here.
Ford SVO 42LBS Injectors - $200
LT1 Ported Manafiold modded for a 58MM TB - $250
BBK 58MM TB - $150
Fuel Rails - $25 bucks or free with injectors. Comes with Clips
I have 3 new GM optis - $100 bucks ea
I have 2 New ICM - $25 ea
New Waterpump - 50.00
2 Brand New Computers (1 has knock sensor in it) - $175 Each
im sure there is more to that list im missing but its a start for now.
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its jumping from no spark to no fuel.
I have checked out everything that anyone could suggest. I feel that its something to do with the Th400 swap and nuetral saftey switch but im really aggervated by it at this point.
I have checked out everything that anyone could suggest. I feel that its something to do with the Th400 swap and nuetral saftey switch but im really aggervated by it at this point.
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Ill take the bbk TB! 150 shipped.
On another note I think you can use the stock timing cover and water pump. Someone makes a plug for the opti hole that doubles as a timing pointer. Don't rember who though. Demon 750 or Holley 750 HP should do the trick for a Carb. Mechanical secondary is recommended if your going to spray it
On another note I think you can use the stock timing cover and water pump. Someone makes a plug for the opti hole that doubles as a timing pointer. Don't rember who though. Demon 750 or Holley 750 HP should do the trick for a Carb. Mechanical secondary is recommended if your going to spray it
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Ill take the bbk TB! 150 shipped.
On another note I think you can use the stock timing cover and water pump. Someone makes a plug for the opti hole that doubles as a timing pointer. Don't rember who though. Demon 750 or Holley 750 HP should do the trick for a Carb. Mechanical secondary is recommended if your going to spray it
On another note I think you can use the stock timing cover and water pump. Someone makes a plug for the opti hole that doubles as a timing pointer. Don't rember who though. Demon 750 or Holley 750 HP should do the trick for a Carb. Mechanical secondary is recommended if your going to spray it
Also i can do $175 shipped BBK TB to CA not 150.
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Also I'm a fan of msd pro billet distributors. I run one on my Nova along with a msd digital 6 ignition box, msd blaster coil, and msd wires. Never any problems and the rev limiters, and retard setting on the box are nice. Check out summit racing for a Gen 1 SBC kit. If you don't want to spend the money on the digital 6 box you can also get the ready to run version of the pro billet distributor.
Can you pm some pics of the bbk? Also pm me your PayPal.
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It would be just a standard 4150 square bore Carb. Nothing specific for lt1, its the intake manifold that's lt1 specific. I know GM performance parts makes a lt1 Carb manifold. But maybe too small if you got a built motor. You can do a coversion for a tradional sbc manifold if the gmpp is to small. What are your engine specs?
Also I'm a fan of msd pro billet distributors. I run one on my Nova along with a msd digital 6 ignition box, msd blaster coil, and msd wires. Never any problems and the rev limiters, and retard setting on the box are nice. Check out summit racing for a Gen 1 SBC kit. If you don't want to spend the money on the digital 6 box you can also get the ready to run version of the pro billet distributor.
Can you pm some pics of the bbk? Also pm me your PayPal.
Also I'm a fan of msd pro billet distributors. I run one on my Nova along with a msd digital 6 ignition box, msd blaster coil, and msd wires. Never any problems and the rev limiters, and retard setting on the box are nice. Check out summit racing for a Gen 1 SBC kit. If you don't want to spend the money on the digital 6 box you can also get the ready to run version of the pro billet distributor.
Can you pm some pics of the bbk? Also pm me your PayPal.
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Ok, you will need:
1- good 750-850cfm Holley carb. $500+
2- Racecar/ streetcar? converter size and gear ratio. Edelbrock $250
3- You don't need a new timing cover, either buy the part from GM or have someone weld up your timing cover and buy a cheap pointer ($8-$10).
4. Distributor and wires can go from a new $150 HEI distributor/wires to whatever you want to spend.
5. CSR or Meziere are your 2 best choices for LT1 electric waterpumps not electronic.
$225-$250
Then you will need to find a fuel pressure regulator to drop down to 6-7psi for the carb or you could just run small fuel cell up front with a $125 Holley blue fuel pump and regulator for a carb setup. I would like to buy your injectors, fuelrails and maybe one of your optis for a friends car I am working on. I have a good Holley 750-800cfm carb and fuel system if you maybe interested in some trading? LMK Later Clint
1- good 750-850cfm Holley carb. $500+
2- Racecar/ streetcar? converter size and gear ratio. Edelbrock $250
3- You don't need a new timing cover, either buy the part from GM or have someone weld up your timing cover and buy a cheap pointer ($8-$10).
4. Distributor and wires can go from a new $150 HEI distributor/wires to whatever you want to spend.
5. CSR or Meziere are your 2 best choices for LT1 electric waterpumps not electronic.
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Then you will need to find a fuel pressure regulator to drop down to 6-7psi for the carb or you could just run small fuel cell up front with a $125 Holley blue fuel pump and regulator for a carb setup. I would like to buy your injectors, fuelrails and maybe one of your optis for a friends car I am working on. I have a good Holley 750-800cfm carb and fuel system if you maybe interested in some trading? LMK Later Clint
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Ok, you will need:
1- good 750-850cfm Holley carb. $500+
2- Racecar/ streetcar? converter size and gear ratio. Edelbrock $250
3- You don't need a new timing cover, either buy the part from GM or have someone weld up your timing cover and buy a cheap pointer ($8-$10).
4. Distributor and wires can go from a new $150 HEI distributor/wires to whatever you want to spend.
5. CSR or Meziere are your 2 best choices for LT1 electric waterpumps not electronic.
$225-$250
Then you will need to find a fuel pressure regulator to drop down to 6-7psi for the carb or you could just run small fuel cell up front with a $125 Holley blue fuel pump and regulator for a carb setup. I would like to buy your injectors, fuelrails and maybe one of your optis for a friends car I am working on. I have a good Holley 750-800cfm carb and fuel system if you maybe interested in some trading? LMK Later Clint
1- good 750-850cfm Holley carb. $500+
2- Racecar/ streetcar? converter size and gear ratio. Edelbrock $250
3- You don't need a new timing cover, either buy the part from GM or have someone weld up your timing cover and buy a cheap pointer ($8-$10).
4. Distributor and wires can go from a new $150 HEI distributor/wires to whatever you want to spend.
5. CSR or Meziere are your 2 best choices for LT1 electric waterpumps not electronic.
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Then you will need to find a fuel pressure regulator to drop down to 6-7psi for the carb or you could just run small fuel cell up front with a $125 Holley blue fuel pump and regulator for a carb setup. I would like to buy your injectors, fuelrails and maybe one of your optis for a friends car I am working on. I have a good Holley 750-800cfm carb and fuel system if you maybe interested in some trading? LMK Later Clint
Clint you have a PM, let me know what you think.
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anyone know how to fix me hood issue. I really dont wanna get rid of my warbird hood and the carb doesnt look like its gonna fit under it. do i have to go with a cowl hood ?