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    1. #41
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      Aug 2013
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      Las Vegas, Nevada
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      I am new to this forum. I will be building a 1973 Camaro. Will be installing a LS3 with a 6l90. I have been building the project on paper before starting. I wished I had found this thread sooner. A couple of comments. Keep detailed noted on everything. Someone in the Pro Tour or LS1 Tech forums havs done what your are doing.
      A couple of suggestions and recommendations.
      1. Many wish to put this thread in the sticky area.
      2. May wish to change the name. The name did not mean much to me the first time through the site.
      3. I would like to start a thread like this for 6L90 transmission projects. How does this happen



    2. #42
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      I am new to this forum. I will be building a 1973 Camaro. Will be installing a LS3 with a 6l90. I have been building the project on paper before starting. I wished I had found this thread sooner. A couple of comments. Keep detailed noted on everything. Someone in the Pro Tour or LS1 Tech forums havs done what your are doing.
      A couple of suggestions and recommendations.
      1. Many wish to put this thread in the sticky area.
      2. May wish to change the name. The name did not mean much to me the first time through the site.
      3. I would like to start a thread like this for 6L90 transmission projects. How does this happen

    3. #43
      Join Date
      Jul 2012
      Location
      evansville indiana
      Posts
      62
      Country Flag: United States
      Car: 1968 Camaro
      Motor: ls3 6.2
      Transmission:4l70e built by rpm transmission http://www.rpmtransmissions.com/#!
      Transmission crossmenber: bmr http://www.lmperformance.com/carpart.asp?id=559758
      Transmission cooler: b&m hi tek http://bmracing.com/?wpsc-product=hi...2-diameter-fan
      Driveshaft: driveshaft shop custom length with 1350 joints http://www.driveshaftshop.com/
      Accessory drive: wegner http://s41657.storefront-solutions.c...l.aspx?ID=3518
      Headers: stainless works Wayne due subframe fitment http://www.stainlessworks.net/chevy-...-due-mill.html
      Motor Mounts: dirty dingo sliders http://dirtydingo.com/store/product_...=1372&CDpath=8
      Oil Pan: Mast motorsport http://www.mastmotorsports.com/2010/...%20Pans&id=160
      Stock/Modified/Replaced Subframe: jakes rodshop apex c6 components http://www.jakesrodshop.com/public_html/Products.html
      Body Bushings: unknown brand-aluminum
      Exhaust used: flowmaster 3'' stainless build your own kit http://www.flowmastermufflers.com/?p...5937&x=10&y=11
      Radiator Used: prc ls conversion http://www.prchotrod.com/products/camaro-radiators.php
      Wiring Harness:modern vintage custom ls harness made to order https://www.facebook.com/pages/Moder...13590305404277
      Fuel Tank: Ricks Stainless vaporworx with clipped corners http://www.rickstanks.com/vaporworks-tanks.php
      Fuel Lines: #8 stainless aeroquip from tank to holley fuel filter/#8 from filter to aeroquip y/ duel #6 aeroquip braided to holley rail
      Fuel line covering:Techflex http://www.racerpartswholesale.com/p...anelInsulation
      What issues came up? most everything never fits as designed
      How did you solve them? improvised and made it work
      What advice would you give new LS swap DIY'ers plan to spend 10k doing this swap
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    4. #44
      Join Date
      Sep 2012
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      Country Flag: United States
      Car:1979 Trans Am
      Drivetrain: 2002 LS1 / T56 from a WS6 Trans Am
      Cross member:Modified stock cross member
      Tank:Spectra FI fuel tank Part #GM201FI
      Headers: Stock manifolds
      Motor mounts: Dirty Dingo
      Exhaust: Custom 2.5"
      Radiator: Factory LS1 with Fans and A/C condenser
      Wiring harness: Modified factory harness

      Issues: Used a relocator kit for the ac compressor to move it up high to keep from cutting the cross member.
      Modified an air cleaner base to make the shaker functional.
      Shortened a factory 79 auto driveshaft (auto has the same spline count as the T56)

      Tips: Keep it simple to keep the cost down. I bought my motor/trans for $3200 - sold 79 motor/trans for $1900. Probably ended up with $3000 in incidentals to make everything work. I chose to hold off on cams / headers and other performance stuff until the project was done. I was unsure of what glitches I would run across and didn't want to compound it with modifications.



      My beast:


      By the way, 3.23 gears in the rear. Mileage 70-75 mph = 29 mpg 85-90 mph = 24 mpg

    5. #45
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      Dec 2011
      Location
      Livermore, CA
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      92
      Country Flag: United States
      CAR: 70 SS/RS
      ENGINE: 04 GTO LS1 (42k miles $3200)
      TRANNY: t-56 (c/l 900 as an lt1, converted it 400, rebuilt to Magnum 1700)
      TANK: Ricks tanks $1100
      HEADERS: Dynatech ceramic $670 Summit
      MOTOR MOUNTS: trans'adapt iirc, bout 125
      OIL PAN: 4th gen camaro
      SUB FRAME: stock
      EXHAUST: full Dynatech s/s $779 Summit
      RADIATOR: from my sbc, with a Loooong hose
      WIRING HARNESS: made from the GTO, wire by wire by CJ's Garage in Livermore, CA
      ISSUES: first issue was the GTO accessory mounting places the alternator too low, i changed to a firebird pitman arm only a temporary fix till i figure out what suspension/clip to go with. Second issue first set of headers sent by Summit were mis-part numbered, went back, ended up with the Dynatechs, now the collector is at 2 1/4" , too low imo. Third, engine mounts were too low. Fourth, input shaft in tranny wasn't shimmed correctly so it wouldn't shift right. Fourth, drive shaft may be too short, have a driveling shimmy at 65 to 75. Fifth, Sprectre tank, leaked (from factory) and fuel pump was insufficient as fuel pressure would drop to 18-20 psi with a 1/2 tank when you hammered it. Took it out, replaced it with Ricks tank (highly recommenced, i had a manufacturing issue internally with the tank and i bought it second hand and they took care of it, i paid shipping and it was out for two weeks). Sixth, several different tunes, we thought it was the GTO computer (which had an auto behind it) didn't like the t-56, cost three weeks (delay) of trying to figure it out, turned out to be the fuel pump and lack of baffling in the Sprectre tank..

      So, the Dynatechs will go byby, just too low, will work better for a later model 2nd gen, going with the new Hooker set up, plus that will help my driveline angle. My steering doesn't work when jerked, so new steering box, lines and pump will be on its way, but the dilemma is i may have to order a whole new accessory package as i've been told the GTO accessory package wont work the new steering pump. So we'll see...

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    6. #46
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      Mar 2013
      Location
      Napier, New Zealand
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      Country Flag: New Zealand
      Clean build Marty. Very nice work.
      Damien
      Napier, New Zealand
      Project Page: https://www.pro-touring.com/showthread.php?99096-Project-Camaro-68-P-T-Muscle
      Next Project: 1956 Chevy Truck, Full C3 Suspension, Nascar Inspired

    7. #47
      Join Date
      Mar 2008
      Location
      austria, where the kangaroos go skiing
      Posts
      189
      Country Flag: Austria
      Seems like itīs time for an update lol

      Car: 69 Camaro
      Motor: 2003 LQ4 416, Holley HP EFI, Procharged
      Transmission: Keisler TKO600, 681 bellhousing, mcLeod RST twin Clutch and aluminum LS flywheel
      Transmission Crossmember:stock keisler TKO from my previous BBC swap
      Fuel Tank: tanks inc. fuel injection tank
      Headers: hedman 45070 husler headers 1.75"
      Motor Mounts: my old mounts that came original with the car 307 SBC and hooker 12611 ls mounts
      Oil Pan:ATS road race Oil pan
      Stock/Modified/Replaced Subframe: stock subframe, full ridetech front/back with electric coilovers
      Exhaust used: magnaflow 3" with custom routed rear, stainless steel
      Radiator Used: 2 row aluminum with electric fans but no LS radiator just the one i had before on my 540bbc
      Wiring Harness: american autowire
      Steering: Steeroids Rack&pinion


      What issues came up? almost straight forward just had to replace the tall ls covers with some holleys cause they didnīt clear the alternator mount, carb sits high due to the intake.
      couldnīt believe that the steeroids cleared everything perfect but iīm glad for that cause i had to modify headers and oil pan on my bbc a lot. Most people run dumps on the ridetech/dse kits and it needs some time to figure out the exhaust but it is doable. but we also put some Mopar into the build and routed the exhaust into the lower tailpanel where we used the old panel/taillight area to mirror the taillights for the exhaust.

      What advice would you give new LS swap DIY'ers? Do it right the 1st time....i trashed 1000īs of dollars just with cheaping out and realizing that it just wonīt work plus rather save some bucks and stop the build for a while instead of messing it up trying to get done afap.

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      69 camaro, 418cui p1sc1, ridetech,forgeline, and some more money wasted

    8. #48
      Join Date
      Jul 2012
      Location
      Louisiana
      Posts
      49
      Country Flag: United States
      Car: 72 Trans Am "tribute built my way" (build underway)
      Motor: 06 LQ9, moderate cam, kept truck intake. truck intake flows better than LS1, and about same as LS6. plan to shave/smooth/paint intake, install shaker on top and make functional. truck intakes will clear stock 2nd gen TA/firebird hoods. LS6 intake looks cooler, but it'll be covered anyway and for $300-500 less. my plan later is to maybe stroke the LQ9 and install better heads, or put it in my 68 SWB fleet and drop in a LQ4 w/ a turbo.
      Transmission: 2000 Camaro T56, rebuilt.
      Transmission Crossmember: Stock Modified, cut off mount, flipped, added 3/4" extension and welded. this is a easy modification that requires no need for a $250+ custom piece.
      Fuel Tank: plan to use factory tank w/ vetteworks 4th gen pump conversion kit and factory gauge sender.
      Headers: Speed Engineering, SS, 1-3/4" primarys $269 and they will fit a 2nd gen without modification. $600-$1000 for 2nd gen swap headers, WOW
      Motor Mounts: made my own adapters from templates found all over LS sites. simple.
      Oil Pan: 4th gen
      Stock/Modified/Replaced Subframe: stock, made my own subframe connectors, got ideas from sites, designed like DSE, made 4 bolt flat flanges for connectors and rear of subframe so it can still be removed.
      Exhaust used: 4th gen Speed Engineering headers, they'll fit without modification, X-pipe, magnaflow transverse SS muffler.
      Radiator Used: not there yet, prob use AFCO universal, gonna use 4th gen dual fan setup.
      Wiring Harness: modified my own using tutorial from LT1swap.com Going with mailorder tune initally, and will get dyno tune later.
      Brakes: Blazer rear disc conversion (see NastyZ28 forum for tutorial) for less than $150 and fabbing an electric E-brake setup to get rid of the awkward 2nd gen pedal placement issue.
      What issues came up? none so far i can't solve.
      How did you solve them? the wiring harness was intimidating at first until you dig into it, and follow the tutorial. having auto electric knowledge helps. i am a Industrial Instrument Tech so i deal with this everyday.
      What advice would you give new LS swap DIY'ers? unless you have very limited skills and/or lots of cash, read, read, learn, and do as much as you can yourself. this conversion will eat your pockets out. i bought my 06 LQ9 drop out with 62K miles for $1200, and i will have at least that much more in just the engine before i'm done. LS swaps are not cheap, but the benefits of having a powerful, fairly fuel efficient, fun driver is worth it to me. i had a 71 TA years ago with a 455/400 setup and it bested 12MPG so again it is worth it.
      My goal is 400-425 hp, T56, 3:43 gears - no track time, just fun street cruising with enough Torque to have a blast on the street.
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    9. #49
      Join Date
      Aug 2016
      Posts
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      Car:79 Camaro Z28
      Motor:2001 LS from Silverado
      Transmission: 4L60e
      Transmission Crossmember:
      Fuel Tank: Stock with modifications
      Headers: (brand, size and finish) Racing Innovation, 1 5/8 primary 2 1/2 collectors, stainless
      Motor Mounts: LSX concepts
      Oil Pan: 2001 F body
      Stock/Modified/Replaced Subframe: Stock
      Exhaust used: Not there yet
      Radiator Used: DNA
      Wiring Harness: Stock modified
      What issues came up? Hood clearance needed 1/2 inch .
      How did you solve them? used ICTBillet brackets to relocate alternator and shaved and cleaned up intake
      What advice would you give new LS swap DIY'ers? Study and do your research.

    10. #50
      Join Date
      Oct 2006
      Location
      Morristown, NJ
      Posts
      154
      Car:73 Camaro RS/Type LT
      Motor:2005 LS6 from CTS-V
      Transmission: T56
      Transmission Crossmember: Stock Modified, cut off mount, flipped, added extension and welded.
      Fuel Tank: Stock with modifications including a sump
      Headers: (brand, size and finish) Dynatech Long Tube, 1-7/8 X 3, 3 Inch Reducer, Ceramic Coated
      Motor Mounts: Speedway LS1 Motor Mount Adapters
      Oil Pan: 2005 CTS-V
      Stock/Modified/Replaced Subframe: Stock
      Exhaust used: Heartthrob Exhaust customized with an ebay xpipe
      Radiator Used: 31 x 19 Universal Summit Aluminum Racing Radiator
      Wiring Harness: Stock modified
      What issues came up?
      1. CTS-V T56 doesn't have a slip yoke fitting
      2. Low mount alternator interfered with pitman arm
      3. Low mount AC compressor would not clear frame.


      How did you solve them?
      1. Needed a custom driveshaft with a slip joint
      2. Needed to swap out steering components with Trans Am components including drop pitman arm
      3. Used the Holley AC mount to put AC Compressor higher up on right side.


      What advice would you give new LS swap DIY'ers? Study and do your research.


      The following links have details for the install:

      http://www.apiem.com/camaro/LS620140908.asp
      http://www.apiem.com/camaro/LS6PT220140922.asp
      http://www.apiem.com/camaro/LS6PT320140929.asp
      http://www.apiem.com/camaro/LS6PT420141006.asp



      1973 Camaro Type LT/RS
      http://www.apiem.com/camaro

    11. #51
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      Sep 2005
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      Build in Process

      Car: 1973 Camaro
      Motor: LS3
      Transmission: TR6060
      Trans Crossmember: BRP
      Headers: Short Tube, Ceramic Chrome Finish
      Motor Mounts: BRP
      Oil Pan: Stock
      Stock/Modified Subframe: N/A
      Exhaust: Custom
      Radiator: Griffin Custom
      Wiring Harness: TBA
      Issues: ?


    12. #52
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      Jun 2010
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      Painted post NY
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      4th gen radiator advice

      Looking for some info on how people adapted the 4th gen radiator to fit the 2nd gen. My present radiator is an aluminum off eBay and it has a small crack in the upper driver side. I probably can fix it but was looking at just scraping it. I am leaning towards the 4th gen due to price and it is design/proven to work for the engine. The radiator fill on the 4th gen is tilted and some people say it hits the hood. To the people using it...did you tilt your radiator? Custom mounts to lower the radiator? Thanks for any info.

      Leon
      Leon Reed
      1978 Trans Am
      LS1/4L60E



      my build..updated 11-21-13 https://www.pro-touring.com/showthre...8-TA-LS1-build

    13. #53
      Join Date
      May 2014
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      Country Flag: United States
      Build in Process

      Car: 1967 Camaro
      Motor: 6.2l bored and stroked to 402.
      Transmission: T56 magnum
      Trans Crossmember: Speedtech
      Headers: Kooks
      Motor Mounts: Dirty Dingo sliders
      Oil Pan: Mast
      Stock/Modified Subframe: Stock
      Exhaust: Custom
      Radiator: Custom- Superior Radiator
      Wiring Harness: Speartech
      Issues: Had to cut the factory trans tunnel to get the motor/tranny to set at the 3 degree or less angle, with my setup the best I could have gotten was 7 degree. No idea how anyone would be able to get a T56 magnum tranny into a 1st gen without cutting the tunnel. Even if I could have lowered the crossmember on the front subframe the oil pan and headers would have been very low to the ground. So my advice is if you want to do your install right and have the motor/tranny at the right angle plan to cut the tunnel. I also the the ridetech tru-turn setup and everything clears along with my Power Steering pump.

    14. #54
      Join Date
      Feb 2017
      Posts
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      Did you have to modify the BMR Trans Crossmember to fit it to the TCI crossmember mount?

    15. #55
      Join Date
      Feb 2010
      Location
      NE Arkansas
      Posts
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      Car: 1971 Camaro
      Motor: 2004 5.3 V8
      Transmission: 4L60e
      Transmission Crossmember: Holley
      Fuel Tank: Spectre
      Headers: Holley LS cast iron manifolds
      Motor Mounts: Holley
      Oil Pan: Stock F-Body 98-02
      Stock/Modified/Replaced Subframe: Stock
      Exhaust used: Pypes
      Radiator Used: Stock Style
      Wiring Harness: Holley Terminator LS System
      What issues came up? Typical stuff
      How did you solve them? Reading forums
      What advice would you give new LS swap DIY'ers? Buy as complete as a motor / system as you can, don't piece anything together. The small stuff will nickle and dime ya.


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      My build thread

      http://www.nastyz28.com/forum/showthread.php?t=241037

      Paint Jail Experience

      https://sites.google.com/site/paintjail/home

    16. #56
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      Feb 2010
      Location
      NE Arkansas
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      Quote Originally Posted by reedld View Post
      Looking for some info on how people adapted the 4th gen radiator to fit the 2nd gen. My present radiator is an aluminum off eBay and it has a small crack in the upper driver side. I probably can fix it but was looking at just scraping it. I am leaning towards the 4th gen due to price and it is design/proven to work for the engine. The radiator fill on the 4th gen is tilted and some people say it hits the hood. To the people using it...did you tilt your radiator? Custom mounts to lower the radiator? Thanks for any info.

      Leon
      I wouldn't do a 4th gen radiator swap, I tried that route when I first got into my LS swap...didn't like it. Plus the neck looks weird at an angle. I seen where one person tilted theirs back and made a cover between the header and radiator...didn't look that great.

      I'm using a cheap ebay special aluminum 3 row stock replacement and haven't had any issues with cooling. I have 4th gen dual fans installed and steam vent tapped into the water pump. The 4th gen fans almost fall into place, I just had to take some L brackets to clamp up the bottom. And screw the top in.
      My build thread

      http://www.nastyz28.com/forum/showthread.php?t=241037

      Paint Jail Experience

      https://sites.google.com/site/paintjail/home

    17. #57
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      Quote Originally Posted by 1976CamaroGuy View Post
      Car: 1971 Camaro
      Motor: 2004 5.3 V8
      Transmission: 4L60e
      Transmission Crossmember: Holley
      Fuel Tank: Spectre
      Headers: Holley LS cast iron manifolds
      Motor Mounts: Holley
      Oil Pan: Stock F-Body 98-02
      Stock/Modified/Replaced Subframe: Stock
      Exhaust used: Pypes
      Radiator Used: Stock Style
      Wiring Harness: Holley Terminator LS System
      What issues came up? Typical stuff
      How did you solve them? Reading forums
      What advice would you give new LS swap DIY'ers? Buy as complete as a motor / system as you can, don't piece anything together. The small stuff will nickle and dime ya.


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      Beautiful job as I checked what you started with! How's the spectra tank working for you? Did u make changes ? Or is it the way it came from spectra? Thanks

    18. #58
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      NE Arkansas
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      Quote Originally Posted by Jk918 View Post
      Beautiful job as I checked what you started with! How's the spectra tank working for you? Did u make changes ? Or is it the way it came from spectra? Thanks
      Thanks! The tank is as it came from spectra. Honestly it's working fine for me....this is the 2nd version with a better baffling for the pump. I know the original version had issues with fuel starvation. But I'm happy with mine.
      My build thread

      http://www.nastyz28.com/forum/showthread.php?t=241037

      Paint Jail Experience

      https://sites.google.com/site/paintjail/home

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