Psycho_91Camaro

I will use this topic for my progress and situations on my LT1 swap. So tune in, I will be posting ALOT OF PICTURES as I do the swap from my backyard!! Keep in mind im a total novice and am 20 years old working at Pep Boys, and this car (1991 Camaro RS) being my only means of transportation makes it that much difficult to get this car up and running. So please tune in and lend me a hand when needed I am extremely motivated and have alot will!

Pics of the GENESIS!

WILL85IROC

good luck!!!

Psycho_91Camaro

thanks! I have alot of stuff ahead of me! lots!

Big454blockchevy

That be a project I would eventually like for a third gen maro.

MikeDirntRulez

I vote for lots of pictures and a write up!!

I would seriously pay you if you did a step-by-step instructional aide on how to do that.

Psycho_91Camaro

Don't worry, you know me I always post lots of pics and write ups especially when I did DELETED the A/C. If I fail to execute this project I will have no choice but to pay someone to do it for me, but never the less I will take lots of pictures and post lots of write ups along with the pictures explaining what is going on.

Psycho_91Camaro

Im thinking if I should rebuild this engine.... Since I got my Camaro to run properly now I bought a new fuel injector for it and it runs fine, but there is a a loss of power.

What do you guys think should I rebuild it? If I do decide Im going to add in new ACCEL INJECTORS get a 383 Stroker kit, open up the heads, send it to a machine shop dont know how much thats going to cost me...

I took some stuff off I dont think I will need since I dont have A/C



Don't know if I will need to replace the fly wheel to fit the 700r4?


Some how im going to have to make this work...


Don't know if I need this?




Took the a/c device off I know I wont need this


Here how it looks after removed..

Klortho

Well, the one piece you said you didn't know if you needed it is the power steering pump. You will also need to get the AC delete pully for the LT1 to make the belt route correctly.

Psycho_91Camaro

Klortho, you are a big help I appreciate your knowledge and advice greatly and everyone else who helps me out on here. I have decided to hold off on the swap until my savings account reaches 3k, reason being is Im going to buy everything I need Including:

383 Stroker Kit
LT1 Fuel Pump
Gaskets needed for the rest of the overhaul
New Water pump/Sarter/Ignition Control Module/Alternator/Injectors/Wire Harness/Headers/Spark Plug Wires/Spark Plugs/Serpentine Belt/Oil Dip Stick/Thermostat Housing/Thermostat/Valves/Lifters/ Radiator/ Electric Dual Fans/Roller Rockers Thats about it I think..

Also Im going to have it machined at some shop I know to accomidate the bigger pistons.

I have never rebuilt an engine in my life other than this lawn mower engine hah...with enough reading and knowledge I think I can rebuild this engine with some help from my third gen brothers!
If someone could please let me know what critical tools I will need, I pretty much have an idea what tools I need of course but if there are any specific tools I need please let me know. The teardown Begins Tommorow, I will post plenty of pics.

Psycho_91Camaro

Lack of money is getting this project behind. I will post more pics as soon as I get the camera from my g/f.

Im awaiting word from 2 Jobs

Dept. of Homeland Security - Airport Security Officer
U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION OFFICER (CBP)

If I aquire one of these new careers my LT1 progress will be well on it's way! wish me luck fellas!

RaGe

3 grand won't cover a rebuild going to a 383 with every thing you want to do.

If you know it ran before then I would drop it in and run with it. (acutally thats what I'm doing)

mw66nova

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word from the wise:
with this kinda swap, spend $1000 of your $3000 on a crappy car to putt around town so you don't have to rush the project. with as much re-wiring this car will require to use the lt1, i'd say it's gonna take a novice MUCH longer than a weekend to do...even with someone helping you that's experienced.

Psycho_91Camaro

Change of Plans - The 383 Project has been dropped

I will just buy high performence replacement parts and not do a 383 conversion. Seen how alot of you are saying a fella like myself is actually getting into a big hole. I understand this.. so now I will choose just to do the common essential upgrades of just a bigger cam,lifters,rockers,pistons.rods ect.

Are there any recommendations on what LT1 High Performence kits are out there and which would be best to get the most HP out of my engine, this car will be driven only on weekends.

Any advice would be greeat! thanks guys!

92rs85berlintta

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buy the le1 package its the best money you will spend and you wont regret it. loyd elliot=le.

niceroc

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le 1 or 2 would be a beast in a lt1 thirdgen. but if you just wanna stay a little smaller do like a lt4 hotcam and get some ported heads off of a board like cz28.com

92rs85berlintta

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Eportworks.com

Psycho_91Camaro

LE1 Head/Cam Package - $1,100 plus shipping. $800 for Heads only..
Kinda Expensive for heads, would I just be better off port and polishing the iron heads I currently have now??.....

Psycho_91Camaro

Will LT1 aluminum ANGLE PLUG heads work on my engine and intake?... im using the stock intake.

Klortho

Yup, you have the iron angle plug heads.

92rs85berlintta

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you gotta pay if you want to play.

Thats not expensive at all for what your getting. Its heads and cam with excellent flow #s best bang for your buck because it comes with springs and all.

yes aluminuim fit and you will see better results.

Blownz28man

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What are you looking to do with it? Your car gonna stay TB injected? If you want to have possible hp numbers down on paper before starting the project let me know. I've got mathmatic formulas that will tell you possible Hp based off of cylinder head flows at specfic lifts. Thats where all the power lies. Heads and cam..

Psycho_91Camaro

Im trying to get a hold of some 68cc LT1 aluminum heads, as far as the cam,lifters,pistons,ect.. I dont know what to get I still need to research this alittle more.. Im trying to get at least 380hp, but I still need to know what to get in order to achieve this goal.

Klortho

68cc?? All of the LT1 heads are 58cc

92rs85berlintta

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Thats easy just do a cc306 with ported heads and a good exhaust. Very common great results and pretty cheap too.

Psycho_91Camaro

LT1 – LE2Head/cam package will pull from 2,300 to 6,500 RPM and should make *400 – 420 RWHP with 30/36 lb. injectors, 58 MM T.B., 1 ¾ LT’s, no cats, good tuning, etc. This will have an idle similar to the CC306 cam but will make more HP & TQ across the board. The REAL difference is the amount TQ this cam makes in the 2,500 – 3,500 RPM range compared to the CC306.

LE2 Heads consist of:

Ferrea 200/1.56 Valves
CM Retainers & 10° Locks
Comp Bee Hive Springs
205 CC Intake Port
Milling
Cleaning
Assembly
Flow about 275/190
Ready To Bolt On
*The HP#’s mentioned are typical for an F-body with 6 speed, stock rear and with ALL of the complimenting parts mentioned.

LE2 Head/Cam Package - $1,750 plus shipping. $1,400 for Heads only.

I've been sitting idle for a while now, I think I will just save up for that package you see above. I have paced myself, I was stressing my self out saving my money and not spending it on anything.. but my camaro runs fine right now, even though I feel a loss of horsepower when I punch it.. it somehow does'nt take off like it did a few months ago...anyhow I will save money for the LE2 head and cam package seems like a good deal and its under $2k. Has anyone actually purchased any of these LE packages? Does anyone have any pictures, I would like to see some visuals just to get a little gander of what im buying. Thanks for the link 92rs85berlintta


A question, after I get this package, would I need to get new pistons,rods,rockers,timing chain or could I use the stock ones??

92rs85berlintta

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you will need harder pushrods, timing set and you might want to get a your crank checked and possibly throw new bearings in it. The stock bottom end is fine for the LE2 package. search camaroz28.com for more info on the le2 package you will be impressed.

chevyowner02

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L.E. Do you sell the cc306 if not where do i find one???

92rs85berlintta

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The cc306 is made by comp cams and is one of the best cams made for the lt1. However the LE 2 cams produce like amounts of hp but maintain more torque across the board.

You can try to search the classifieds here or on ebay. Try camaroz28.com as well.

chevyowner02

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Yea I knew comp made it I was just in a hurry whit i ment is some thing like but you already answered my ? thanks