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Forum: TPI
11-10-2014, 03:57 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

I suppose you could somehow accomplish this, but you would have to rework your cam timing sprocket to add a signal ring...a service we do not offer.
Forum: TPI
11-10-2014, 03:21 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

You can use our modified plastic timing cover (it has an integrated aluminum flange that will seal to 1995 and older blocks), however you will then have to use a single row timing set. See EFI#...
Forum: TPI
11-10-2014, 03:17 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

Yes and yes.

I don't understand your question.
Forum: TPI
11-10-2014, 12:38 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

If your engine requires a cam button and you want to get a cam signal from a cam sync distributor, then use EFI# 120-00023. https://www.eficonnection.com/eficonnection/ItemDetails.aspx?ItemId=803...
Forum: TPI
09-17-2013, 04:16 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

We are now moving on from our initial 24x crank reluctor design that required two rows of teeth and matching crank sensor...
...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-03-2013, 07:43 AM
Replies: 483
Views: 102,502
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS3 Engine Swap

Very impressive work Alan. I'd love to stop by sometime soon to see your cars in person. I've driven by a few times (relatives live beyond Union City), but didn't want to make a surprise visit.
Forum: TPI
04-29-2013, 08:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,649
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: New 24x and 58x Conversions for 5.0L and 5.7L Engines

The cam sensor boss (and sensor) cleared both short (Edelbrock) and long (AC Delco) water pumps we have in the shop. It also clears the 1988-1992 F-Body accessory bracket.
Forum: TPI
04-29-2013, 08:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,649
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: New 24x and 58x Conversions for 5.0L and 5.7L Engines

No. You will need the new timing cover.

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Forum: TPI
04-28-2013, 11:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,649
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: New 24x and 58x Conversions for 5.0L and 5.7L Engines

These new kits introduce a camshaft signal from the face of the camshaft timing sprocket. Getting the cam signal properly aligned with the crank signal is a little tricky when using the Vortec...
Forum: TPI
04-28-2013, 05:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,649
Posted By S10Wildside

New 24x and 58x Conversions for 5.0L and 5.7L Engines

Here's a sneak peek at what we've been working on for 1987-up SBC and 4.3L V6 engines. Early SBC engines won't accept the timing set, but depeding on demand, we may support the early SBC in this...
Forum: TPI
04-08-2013, 02:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,087
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: 411 swap yes or no? got a few Q's

1985-1988 F-Body only. $750.00 harness.

Occasionally the $400.00 rework service is offered for the 1989-1992 F-Body, but only when workload is light. During this time of year, workload is not...
Forum: TPI
04-08-2013, 05:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,087
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: 411 swap yes or no? got a few Q's

Yes
Yes. However, you must load a 2001 or 2002 Express Van calibration into the PCM and change spark/fuel parameters to be better suited toward your engine combination.
A TPI harness does not have...
Forum: TPI
11-05-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

http://www.eficonnection.com/eficonnection/images/SealedVortecDistributorCapCast.jpg

Available at http://www.eficonnection.com/eficonnection/ItemDetails.aspx?ItemId=622
Forum: Convertibles
07-20-2012, 05:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,418
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: EFI Connection's 91 Trans Am Convertible Project

No new progress on the car. I hope to begin working on the car next year.
Forum: TPI
05-29-2012, 06:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,000
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: Few wiring questions

The orange/black Park/Neutral input is not used for manual transmission. This goes away.

The tan/black TCC control is not used for manual transmissions. This can go away. You'll have to pull up...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-01-2012, 09:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,364
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LT1 Long Block w/ 24x LS1 Conversion

It is true that you will lose the LT1 PCM ABS functions (spark retard), but customers have been reporting that ABS continues to work. We even had a 1996 F-Body customer who scanned the system with a...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-01-2012, 06:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,364
Posted By S10Wildside

LT1 Long Block w/ 24x LS1 Conversion

LT1 Long Block Assembly w/ EFI Connection's 24x LS1 PCM Conversion Hardware

$3,500.00

This 1996 LT1 engine has no run time after a stock rebuild that was completed on 2/8/2012. The block was...
Forum: TPI
11-06-2011, 05:13 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

Electronical imcompatibilities. The LS1 PCM simply won't control the TPI smog equipment. No EGR temp switch control. No smog pump solenoid(s) control.
Forum: TPI
10-28-2011, 06:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 779
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: 89 camaro tpi swap questions

If it were my project, I'd purchase the factory service manuals for the 1989 Camaro and 1987 Camaro. These manuals will contain the details you are looking for.

Don't count on the bulkheads being...
Forum: TPI
10-04-2011, 12:16 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

No, you cannot use the TPI emissions equipment...with the one exception of the charcoal canister purge solenoid.
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-29-2011, 04:12 AM
Replies: 483
Views: 102,502
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS3 Engine Swap

+1 for the original IROC wheels
Forum: TPI
08-27-2011, 06:08 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

It's as I said above...
Forum: TPI
08-27-2011, 04:11 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

You may beat me to it. I have a 92 Typhoon engine planned to try out the 58x reluctor and 4x distributor. The engine needs a rebuild first.
Forum: TPI
08-26-2011, 04:48 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

Yes, you have not read this thread very well.
Forum: TPI
08-26-2011, 04:48 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

As far as I'm aware, there are no cable throttle coil per cylinder calibration files from GM for V6 engines. You cannot begin with a V8 calibration and turn off two cylinders; it does not work that...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-17-2011, 08:28 PM
Replies: 483
Views: 102,502
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS3 Engine Swap

Looking great, Alan. Going to have to see the car in person soon. I considered widening my 91 Trans Am wheels, but had not heard of a good place to perform the work and refinishing. We'll have to...
Forum: TPI
07-25-2011, 04:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 679
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: INJECTORS!!!

An injector that big on such a mild 350ci engine (or any 350ci engine without forced induction) will cause issues with idle. The minimum pulse width (on/off) of the injector will cause the ECM to...
Forum: TPI
07-24-2011, 08:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 679
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: INJECTORS!!!

An engine runs (well) because it maintains a good air/fuel ratio. During normal operating conditions it maintains a 14.7:1 air/fuel ratio. During wide open throttle it runs a little richer. If you...
Forum: TPI
07-24-2011, 06:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 469
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: Stock computer. should i change?

no
Forum: TPI
07-23-2011, 05:56 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

LS1 system (or EFI 24x SBC) + EFILive + Moates RoadRunner Emulation LS1 PCM + Wideband O2 Sensor = Incredibly fast tuning

That formula above is not cheap, but if you are willing to pay to play,...
Forum: TPI
07-21-2011, 05:19 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

The cruise control module is looking for a 2,000 pulse per mile signal from the original TPI ECM. After converting to the LS1 PCM, this 2,000 pulse per mile signal is simply provided by the LS1 PCM....
Forum: TPI
05-27-2011, 03:49 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

Strange...the 1989 GTA we did for GM High Tech Magazine used the SGI-8 box with no issues. A buddy's 1990 GTA also used the SGI-8 box with no issues. Not sure what to suggest.
Forum: TPI
05-23-2011, 12:07 PM
Replies: 1,099
Important/Useful : TPI OBDII - Thoughts/Opinions
Views: 288,257
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: TPI OBDII - Thoughts/Opinions

Harness Layout
TPI sensors, injectors, etc are not located in the same place as a TBI engine.

ECM Compatibility
Since you posted/replied in the TPI OBDII thread, you must have already seen that...
Forum: Convertibles
05-13-2011, 08:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,418
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: EFI Connection's 91 Trans Am Convertible Project

Those are based on sending units and are unrelated to swapping ECM/PCM.
Forum: Convertibles
05-12-2011, 07:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,418
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: EFI Connection's 91 Trans Am Convertible Project

It was junk. Thrown out with the trash a few years ago.
Forum: Convertibles
05-12-2011, 06:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,418
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: EFI Connection's 91 Trans Am Convertible Project

24x gives you...
- cable or electronic throttle
- 4L60E, 4L80E, and T56 transmission support

58x gives you...
- electronic throttle only
- 4L60E, 4L80E, 6L80E, 6L90E, and T56 transmission...
Forum: Convertibles
05-11-2011, 07:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,418
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: EFI Connection's 91 Trans Am Convertible Project

The car has been sitting collecting dust for the last two years. It may be 2012 before this car has priority. I've been considering using the Gen IV GM electronics and possibly a 6L80E/6L90E...
Forum: Electronics
04-27-2011, 11:51 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,421
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: Carputer dash

The LS1 PCM (and newer PCMs/ECMs) have sensor inputs for both fuel level and oil pressure. These PIDs are available through the OBDII datastream if your scan tool will show them.

When we run...
Forum: Electronics
04-27-2011, 05:26 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,421
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: Carputer dash

If you can read the OBDII datastream...
You will have PIDs available for vehicle speed, tachometer, coolant temp, oil pressure, system voltage...the list goes on and on. Basically, anything you...
Forum: TPI
03-29-2011, 03:57 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

Of course it could. With the proper 24x crank signal on ANY 8 cylinder engine, you can use the LS1 PCM.
Forum: TPI
03-16-2011, 05:23 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

A stand alone type harness includes everything from the PCM connectors out to the engine sensors, injectors, ignition, battery, grounds, and transmission.

Every harness is built to the customer's...
Forum: TPI
03-11-2011, 06:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,714
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: lt1 intake for gen 1 sbc

In my opinion, and having used an LT1 intake on a SBC, I so much did not like the remote thermostat and extra hoses that I purchased a TPIS Mini Ram.

To further elaborate, I had issues with the...
Forum: TPI
01-21-2011, 11:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 31,543
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: Can a TPI system be put ona 4.3L v6?

Yes, that should work.
Forum: TPI
01-21-2011, 10:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 31,543
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: Can a TPI system be put ona 4.3L v6?

You cannot run a 24x calibration with V6 engine.
Forum: TPI
01-20-2011, 06:18 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

Yes
Forum: TPI
01-08-2011, 02:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 31,543
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: Can a TPI system be put ona 4.3L v6?

The throttle body casting is L98, but the linkage is all wrong for a TPI car.

The marine 4.3L vortec manifold has external injectors. I just purchased one brand new this past week for about $350...
Forum: TPI
01-08-2011, 08:34 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

Apples to Oranges.


It's basically just a new engine harnesses. Hardly compares to the amout of work involved in putting an LS1 engine into the car.


The same "LS1" PCM was used with the...
Forum: TPI
01-08-2011, 07:35 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

His question wasn't "Tell me why I don't want to use TBI?"

This is a "to each his own" sort of thing. In my opinion TBI was dead after 1995 and the benefits of sequential injecton, and the...
Forum: TPI
01-07-2011, 05:30 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

The TBI TPS and IAC should be fine with LS1 PCM. But now you are stuck at the 8 injector requirement.
Forum: TPI
01-07-2011, 03:28 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 120,787
Posted By S10Wildside

Re: LS1 Coil per Cylinder Conversion - Are you ready?

Prognosis is negative.

I see two challenges off the top of my head.

1. The LS3 controller requires electronic throttle. More than that, it requires two throttle position sensors. I suppose you...
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