LT1 conversion update: Ran into problems

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Dec 21, 2001 | 02:16 PM

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From: Shelby Twp., Mi., USA

Car: '84 Fiero ('01 GA interior)

Engine: '96 4.0 Aurora

Transmission: '96 4T80E

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89 IROC Z: 350 GM crate, LT4 HC, ported plenum & siamesed SLP runners, ported stock base, 24lb inj, DFI, TFS TWG1 heads,...etc

Feb 7, 2002 | 03:50 PM

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Anyone use a wet N20 plate system with this manifold swap? If not, can anyone forsee clearance issues?

Mar 20, 2002 | 04:15 PM

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With the only difference being the intake, I tested at 272 rwhp and 307 ftlbs of torque. I don't have the curve with me, but I think I topped out at 5300RPM. I just hope I have a chance to get the tuning in. I'll kerep you updated...

TTT... any results for us? I can't wait to get started on this. I have the intake and have ordered the fuel lines. Holly AFPR on it's way too...

Mar 20, 2002 | 04:31 PM

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This is an INTAKE SWAP not a LT1 SWAP

I see theses postes....It is the LT1 intake not the whole engine....please specify that next time in the topic. thanks

Mar 20, 2002 | 04:32 PM

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Re: This is an INTAKE SWAP not a LT1 SWAP

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I see these posts and come in here looking for an LT1 Engine swap....It is the LT1 intake not the whole engine....please specify that next time in the topic. thanks

Mar 20, 2002 | 07:12 PM

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Re: This is an INTAKE SWAP not a LT1 SWAP

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I see theses postes....It is the LT1 intake not the whole engine....please specify that next time in the topic. thanks

Original post was by RCR who is listed as a moderator...

Mar 23, 2002 | 06:52 PM

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ttt... I'm curious since I am doing the same mod (starting the intake mods this weekend...

Mar 28, 2002 | 12:31 PM

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Mar 28, 2002 | 02:28 PM

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From: Readsboro, VT

Car: 85 IROC-Z / 88 GTA

Engine: 403 LSx (Pending) / 355 Tuned Port

Transmission: T56 Magnum (Pending) / T5

Axle/Gears: 3.42 / ?

Re: This is an INTAKE SWAP not a LT1 SWAP

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I see theses postes....It is the LT1 intake not the whole engine....please specify that next time in the topic. thanks

There's a reason that the message boards have a "message" field instead of just typing your whole message into the title. 10 seconds of reading will clear up your problems!

Mar 29, 2002 | 09:54 AM

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Car: 1989 TTA #1240

Engine: 3.8 SFI turbo

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Axle/Gears: 3.27

has anyone thought about going through the front of the head into the water jacket?just in theory it seems that you may be able to drill and tap for a 90* fitting(3/8) and bend s/s lines behind the accessories(may have to space accessories forward a little)then you may be able to hide the remote t-stat housing under the intake elbow onlu thing is getting the upper radiator hoseto bend under there for a clean install.:lala:

Mar 30, 2002 | 11:31 AM

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Camaro6spd: Picky picky...If you want info on engine swap, check motor swap board... BTW, why was this dredged up from December? Too much has happened since then...

Apr 1, 2002 | 07:35 PM

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Camaro6spd: Picky picky...If you want info on engine swap, check motor swap board... BTW, why was this dredged up from December? Too much has happened since then...

Well, is there a more current thread? I searched and found nothing.

I am in the midst of modifying the intake manifold and will be aiming for install within the next month. I had hoped that you may be able to shed some light on any other 'developments' you encountered along the way - possibly any other feedback you could give me on the outcome. It's my daily driver so I am hoping for as little downtime as possible.

Thanks!