L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
11-27-2012, 08:38 AM
#1
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
First and foremost some play toys have to go....
Say bye bye to the C5
Here is the replacement toy.....................
Say bye bye to the C5
Here is the replacement toy.....................
Last edited by jtaliaferro; 11-27-2012 at 08:49 AM.
11-27-2012, 08:56 AM
#3
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
There had been a visit from the post man when I got home last night....
LS1 Intake and fuel injectors scored from LS1tech 150.00 shipped...
I could have done some fab work on my own mounts but this is so much more easy..
LS1 Intake and fuel injectors scored from LS1tech 150.00 shipped...
I could have done some fab work on my own mounts but this is so much more easy..
11-27-2012, 08:58 PM
#5
Supreme Member
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
Thats is one clean starting base of a car 
Should be a nice swap
Should be a nice swap 
Super clean iroc!! Trending Topics
11-28-2012, 06:03 AM
#9
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
Craigslist Score!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Fbody oil pan, windage tray and pickup tube. 100.00
Fbody Camaro 98-02 front accessories minus water pump and crank pulley. 400.00
And yes that does include every bolt and nut for oil pan and accessories!!!
Fbody oil pan, windage tray and pickup tube. 100.00
Fbody Camaro 98-02 front accessories minus water pump and crank pulley. 400.00
And yes that does include every bolt and nut for oil pan and accessories!!!
Last edited by jtaliaferro; 11-28-2012 at 07:45 AM.
11-28-2012, 06:09 AM
#10
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
Craigslist score number 2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
4.8 complete with harness and computer 300.00
This will replace the Lq9 in my SWB.
And from the same guy a cammed 5.3 with a Texas Speed .224 cam and Pac valve springs......... I post some pics after awhile.... 400.00
4.8 complete with harness and computer 300.00
This will replace the Lq9 in my SWB.
And from the same guy a cammed 5.3 with a Texas Speed .224 cam and Pac valve springs......... I post some pics after awhile.... 400.00
Last edited by jtaliaferro; 11-28-2012 at 07:30 AM.
11-28-2012, 07:36 AM
#12
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
So I know what your thinking did I get screwed on the 5.3 since I was not able to verify the cam before the purchase?
Score!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FYI the 5.3 is in great shape other than missing a couple of oil changes. New set of bearings, Hot Tank and it should be project ready!
Score!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FYI the 5.3 is in great shape other than missing a couple of oil changes. New set of bearings, Hot Tank and it should be project ready!
Last edited by jtaliaferro; 11-28-2012 at 07:49 AM.
11-28-2012, 07:43 AM
#13
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
So I am thinking the LQ9 with a set of 243 heads and the above TSP cam should make for a fun ride..... I would love to go FI, just don't have the bones for it though...
Last edited by jtaliaferro; 08-14-2013 at 05:28 PM.
, I have some making up to do.... 
11-29-2012, 11:37 AM
#17
Senior Member
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Niles, IL
Posts: 857
Likes: 0
Received 5 Likes
on
4 Posts
Car: '91 LS6/T56/9"
Engine: LS6
Transmission: T56
Axle/Gears: Currie 9"/4.11, detroit truetrac
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
I bought a 4-post lift that ROCKS, but I wanna see/hear details on your 2-post asap!
11-29-2012, 02:01 PM
#18
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
Thanks!! I thought so also....
I will try to have the lift up this weekend. I will try to document the install process.
I will try to have the lift up this weekend. I will try to document the install process.
Last edited by jtaliaferro; 11-29-2012 at 03:02 PM.
10-06-2013, 07:30 PM
#19
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
Life has slowed me down but I am back working on the swap.
Built 4l60e with 2500 stall.
LQ9 getting prepped for cam install.
Built 4l60e with 2500 stall.
LQ9 getting prepped for cam install.
Last edited by jtaliaferro; 10-08-2013 at 08:11 AM.
10-07-2013, 04:48 PM
#20
Supreme Member
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Windsor Ontario
Posts: 1,128
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes
on
2 Posts
Car: 1987 Z28
Engine: 2005 5.3L, LS6 Cam
Transmission: T56
Axle/Gears: DTS 9" 3.50 TrueTrac
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
Awesome, I am in your boat also. Just sold my 2000 FRC to get back into a 3rd gen and LS swap it...again...lol
Jay
Jay
10-08-2013, 08:23 AM
#22
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
I know this is mainly thirdgen cars but here is what I have been working on.
5.3 after I rebuilt it.
Some pics in the truck.
I have learned a few things since installing this turbo... Don't clock your turbos like this kids.
Oil return no more than 15° from vertical
5.3 after I rebuilt it.
Some pics in the truck.
I have learned a few things since installing this turbo... Don't clock your turbos like this kids.
Oil return no more than 15° from vertical
Last edited by jtaliaferro; 10-08-2013 at 08:31 AM.
10-08-2013, 08:25 AM
#23
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
And here are some pics of carnage.
This was the recent owner of the LQ9.
Goes with out saying I rolled the truck so no need for a replacement engine.
Ont he bright side of things it has speed the swap project for the camaro up!
This was the recent owner of the LQ9.
Goes with out saying I rolled the truck so no need for a replacement engine.
Ont he bright side of things it has speed the swap project for the camaro up!
10-08-2013, 08:35 AM
#24
Junior Member
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Huntley, Il
Posts: 94
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Car: 92 GTA
Engine: 350
Transmission: A-4
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
Nice work. When life happened I sold my 2007 C6 last Spring and picked up my 92 T/A that I'm swapping.
From:
To:
From:
To:
10-13-2013, 02:09 PM
#31
10-13-2013, 11:03 PM
#32
Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Random Hostile Territories
Posts: 88
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Car: 1992 RS Heritage Edition
Engine: LS6 Mut
Transmission: 4L60E
Axle/Gears: Stock
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
If I may make a suggestion....Junk the ls1 intake and find an ls2 or ls6. Lq9 with a cam like yours that intake is going to rob you of a significant amount of power. Better runners, larger throttle body, etc..
10-22-2013, 05:41 AM
#38
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
Progress has been a little slow.
Most of last weekend was spent working on the wife's car getting it ready for Friday races.
I did get the K-Member finished up.
Most of last weekend was spent working on the wife's car getting it ready for Friday races.
I did get the K-Member finished up.
10-22-2013, 02:39 PM
#41
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
That is a really clean car you've got!
Have you thought about something other than the 2500rpm stall torque converter? A restalled 12" stocker won't do anything for you other than generate heat. You need more stall speed even for a stock setup.
Have you thought about something other than the 2500rpm stall torque converter? A restalled 12" stocker won't do anything for you other than generate heat. You need more stall speed even for a stock setup.
10-24-2013, 07:44 AM
#42
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
Progress still slow but I did manage to get a few things done.
Drilled and tapped hole for alternator.
And just a few shots of accessories. I still need to clean these up.
I also got one of the flanges welded on the manifold.
Weld looks like crap, I should have used the mig rather then tig.
Drilled and tapped hole for alternator.
And just a few shots of accessories. I still need to clean these up.
I also got one of the flanges welded on the manifold.
Weld looks like crap, I should have used the mig rather then tig.
looks good man. 
10-30-2013, 07:07 AM
#50
Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 112
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: L98 to 6.0l LQ9 Swap 89 Iroc
A package from UPS.
These being 1 5/8" are not ideal but they will work for now.
So since I am going NA I will have to do something with the LS1 intake
These being 1 5/8" are not ideal but they will work for now.
So since I am going NA I will have to do something with the LS1 intake