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Old Jun 23, 2004 | 08:47 AM
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From: Honea Path, SC
Car: 1985 Z28
Engine: 383
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt/3.73
Need help with computer removal

I am taking the computer out of my car as I am replacing my lg4 with a 400 small block. I know that the computer controls the torque converter lockup, the q-jet carb, and the ignition timing. Is this it though? Also, can I just run a manual lockup switch to the torque converter without the computer. I'm a newbie at this, and this is my first engine swap so I would appreciate greatly any help.

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Old Jun 25, 2004 | 05:51 PM
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Car: `86 SS / `87 SS
Engine: L69 w/ TPI on top / 305 4bbl
Transmission: `95 T56 \ `88 200-4R
That's about it. In 1985, it might also turn off the AC compressor clutch under WOT too. It definitely did that in 87. Your tach & gauges will be fine. The ECM harness on the Passenger side can be removed as a unit & the rest of the wiring is left intact.

Yes, manual, or a more "automatic" setup like an aftermarket lockup kit, or replicate an early 80's Canadian non ECM automatic car.
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