I've had SO many e-mail lately and seen a lot of questions on-line that I think someone needs to clear up all of the misinformation flying around out there. This one will take a while since I want to make diagrams for a few things but I think I can do it in a few weeks. What do you all think? I'd get it done sooner but I've been so busy lately that I'm hardly ever home.

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1991 RS LT1
every imaginable bolt-on, ungodly LT1 355, and 12 pounds of intercooled boost on it's way in '01

2000 C5 Coupe
black/black 6-spd, optional polished rims, first run 13.056 @ 109.52 stock

"So what DOES the back of a Mustang look like?"

 

Sounds good to me! I've been wanting a LT1 ever since I drove my buddy's '95Z... I felt like I was the king of the road!

 

Well man, sounds good, well, it sounded good, I've almost finished my LT1/6spd swap, so it's a little late, but if you would like any additional pictures of procedures, or a look at it from another person's point of view, let me know and i'll write something up to add to your article if you want.

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'92 RS convertible with 305/700r4, slp headers, 3" high flow cat, 3" flowmaster w/2.5" outlets/hypertech chip, k&n open element, "modified" eibach springs, kyb shocks&struts, and polygraphite bushings.

 

Yes, Brett, make up a better guide an I'll add it to my site then. Eric did a great job with his one, but there's a few things wrong/missing. IE headers, VATS, fuel pump and a full wiring diagram.

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1989 Camaro RS LO3 WCT5 "The Hose Queen" 0-60' 2.34 1/4 15.8@87mph
http://350.StreetRacing.org
ICQ: 61342629 AOL IM: BlackSunshineZ28

 

I agree. But I just finished a '95 LT1 swap into my '92 RS. In the process I added Hedman Hedders, swapped VATS modules, and, of course, changed the fuel pump. But I spliced the two wiring harness together myself instead of sending them out. I can probably put together some wiring diagrams if anyone needs them. just e-mail me and let me know

 

That sounds like a great idea . I have most of mine figured out , I just have three questions. 1) Where did you get your fuel lines and power steering lines made up? 2) How much were they? and can you keep the ac with the stock 4th gen camaro acessory set up?
Thanks for your help, Kory.

 

TexasLt1 - yeah, I'd LOVE to get a basic wiring diagram for the article
fredo92 - any info would be great. I'm already reaching out to a number of guys I know that have done the swap trying to get different points of view and all the different stories.

I got my power steering lines done at a custom hydraulic line/fitting company in my town for maybe $30 total. I never did mount the steering reservoir too well though. The fuel lines I half-assed at first though not really because the tubing I used was rated to 85psi. I'm going to get custom braided lines when I get the motor back in. To do that I think I will need to take the fuel rail to the same hydraulic shop I mentioned and have them cut the tube and install some good pressure fittings to work with whatever size line I decide to go with.

As far as AC goes, I never really dug too deep on that one since I decided to yank the whole AC and heater core out of the car. Since then I've thought it over and now I might want to find a way. There are a couple of things I might try if I decide to reinstall the AC, but I'm not sure what will work yet.

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1991 RS LT1
every imaginable bolt-on, ungodly LT1 355, and 12 pounds of intercooled boost on it's way in '01

2000 C5 Coupe
black/black 6-spd, optional polished rims, first run 13.056 @ 109.52 stock

"So what DOES the back of a Mustang look like?"

 

what price range could one expect to find an LT1

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Used...I dunno. But Im sure a new crate would cost near $4,000. What would you guys say to do? Go out to junkyards and try to find a used LT1 or get a new crate????

 

Look for the article to get done some time between thanksgiving and christmas. I'm going to try to finish it sooner, but I know I'm heading into a busy set of months.

Price range anywhere from 2000 to 5000 depending on how much the guy's trying to tip you off or whether you're getting a 6-speed. Some people sell 6-speeds as single items for 3000!!!!

Crate motors - I checked this out and through some friends I was able to get a price of almost 2000. But that is for a long-block only and is lacking the intake, throttle body, wiring, sensors, etc. I think you'd be beter off hunting through the junkyards or possibly buying a complete donor car since you will be needing a lot of parts!

For reference - I bought my '94 LT1 complete with wiring, exhaust to cat, radiator, accessories, etc PLUS a 1LE 3rd gen tight ratio steering box all for 2000 out the door. Another example is that I just bought a 2nd LT1 longblock plus intake for 500. It's only the engine, but 500 is a steal for it. Too bad I cracked my original block!


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1991 RS LT1
every imaginable bolt-on, ungodly LT1 355, and 12 pounds of intercooled boost on it's way in '01

2000 C5 Coupe
black/black 6-spd, optional polished rims, first run 13.056 @ 109.52 stock

"So what DOES the back of a Mustang look like?"

 

I just want to have your baby man.



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Kelly 'GhoSSt' Rosato
1996 Impala SS, 383 LT4 (14.65 up here, 13.24 lower)
1984 Firebird, +.060 350 (Vortech Heads, HOT Cam, and schtuff)
1993 Caprice, 5.7 TBI (stock . . . FOR NOW)

"And if you wrong us, shall we not revenge? Revenge. The villany you
teach me, I will execute, and it shall go hard but I will better the
instruction."

Shylock in Act III, Scene I of 'Merchant of Venice' by William Shakespeare

 

Missing and wrong huh? Hmmm...alright. I mentioned in there that VATS needs to be removed, and I had it done at TPIS. Headers...well I didn't have any at the time, but I have since added SLP 1 3/4" headers. About a wiring diagram...why would I spend that much of my time? I didn't use or need one. And about the fuel pump...I had TPI...so I didn't have to change mine. Mine is more than capable of handling an LT1.

I'm still going to revamp that one...but I haven't really found the time. I'll letcha know when I do though...cool?

Brett: I don't want to start anything...but that is one helluva ****y statement! You've previously stated that the way I did my swap and what I wrote in my document was "wrong"...and when I challenged you to tell me what was wrong...you didn't. I also pointed out that I HAVE done the swap...so how could something have been wrong? There isn't a right way...more like there are many ways, and we chose two different ones, in a few areas.

Please don't try to pass it off to people like you are an LT1 swap God. I know you know this guy that does 'em for a living...and personally I think he did your work for you...but that doesn't mean that's the only way.

I'm sorry if I sound hostile, I'm really not...but it's irritating when someone thinks they're the authority, when in fact there are other ways.

I've sent my info out to literally hundreds of people...and have received many follow up e-mails telling me that they've completed it or that it's comming along very well. So what I wrote, obviously is somewhat correct...isn't it?

BTW: Please send me a copy of what you and your friend come up with. I'd like to see how I've misinformed people...and how it should really be done.

Thanks in advance...

Eric

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Red '85 Z-28 w/'94 Vette LT1 w/'93 Z ECM
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Red '85 Z-28 w/LB9
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Also... That hurts... I picked up my '94 Vette LT1 complete with harness, ALL accessories, and the exhaust manifolds for $800. I then purchased a '95 dual fan and radiator set-up for $25 in perfect shape and then I got a '95 single cat y-pipe (so I could use the flanges and custom make one) for $15. So I guess it depends on the intelligence of both the buyer and the seller. Oh...BTW...my LT1 had 55k miles on it too.

Also...I picked up my 30k mile '97 T56 complete from input shaft to tail shaft, including throwout fork and bearing for a whopping $900. So make of that what you will...

Any questions...feel free.

Also Brett...'ya gotta love this c*cky comment: Another statement displaying your "God"-like attitude. Sad... I didn't see NOS hosing and it's other fixtures, nor did I see a blower in the pictures I've seen of your car. So what is it then that consitutes as "every imaginable" bolt-on? You've got me...

Anyways...

Eric

 

Eric that wasn't meant as an insult at all, hope you did not take it as one. I was simplify stating areas that are lacking in info. Some people might not realize a high pressure fuel pump is needed, specially someone with say a TBI car which used a low pressure pump. That's just one example.

 

It's cool man. I didn't take it as an insult...I was just wondering how it lacked. But that's fine.

Ya wanna do something for me? Would you be willing to change that e-mail address on that page? My UND account is no longer in effect. The one that I use now is: eric_anderson99@hotmail.com I'd greatly appreciate it! Thanks...

Eric

 

So is this tech article comming around? Ive got a V6 thats gonna end its life in about a year or so. Need a good LT1 tech article!!!

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1992 Camaro RS 3.1L
T5 Manual 5 speed
Open Air Intake
Z-28 Exhaust

 

ok, I'll probably update the email address later on tonight or tomorrow.

 

Yeah that would make a GREAT tech article...

on the other foot- brett, whats your AIM name? mine if fb305svs - im me some time, i live in southbury and berlin in CT...

Steve

 

Thanks a lot man!

Eric

 

Just updated it and added two mini-updates in the FAQ.

 

85z - That statement wasn't applied directly to you but to the DOZENS of people out there on this board and others that start spouting info on the swap when they haven't done it. You and I know what is and what is not involved, but I've seen people tell others that they can swap an LT1 in and put their TPI on it with no mods!!! It's stuff like that that I was referring to because I get a lot of e-mails from people interested in the swap who haven't really researched it yet and have already been fed misinformation. That is why I am putting together as much information as possible in one article so that those interested can sit down and get a firm handle on what's required before they go spend their money and get burned because they listened to someone online who might not even know what an LT1 IS.

And, with your permission, I'd love to use sections of your article on Get Blown ?'s page in parts of the article since there are a few different things we've done.

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1991 RS LT1
every imaginable bolt-on, ungodly LT1 355, and 12 pounds of intercooled boost on it's way in '01

2000 C5 Coupe
black/black 6-spd, optional polished rims, first run 13.056 @ 109.52 stock

"So what DOES the back of a Mustang look like?"

 

Where do you guys find all these cheap motors ???? I am starting my motor swap and the cheapest shortblock i've found is $750 for a rebuit stock 350. Again I ask Where?
I NEED A GOOD INEXPENSIVE MOTOR.
THANX.

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92 Camaro RS L03 with hypertech thermomaster chip and cut off exhaust.
future: 355 or 383 w/ TPI.

 

Brett: Oh...

Yeah I guess you can use what you want on that page. I'm gonna try and revamp that doc. at some point here in the near future. I'll let it be known, once I get it done.

Eric

 

www.ebaymotors.com i see alot of lt1s on there some pretty cheap