Anytime. I plan on rebuilding my 2004R later on and possibly mating it to a new LT4 'Vette motor (650HP/650TQ) when I retire. For now I'm sticking with what I got and might do a blow through turbo or procharger... I splurged on the FiTech power adder knowing a project is never completely finished.
Wow, LT4 vette motor? Nice! Make sure to post some pics once you get your exhaust run and if this crossmember caused any problems. Are you going with 2.5" pipes?
Can't wait to see the installed motor- keep us posted
Cant wait for summer... 68HO4004spvert Sleddog Iowa
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Haha, that will be closer to 2030 on the Vette LT4.
I am planning on running dual 2.5" exhaust with a crossover. Preferably mandrel bent. I'll post up pics of everything as I go along, progress maybe spotty at best. I plan on keeping this car for good so I'm in no rush.
Here is my '87 S10 daily driver I built in my backyard:
Haha, that will be closer to 2030 on the Vette LT4.
I am planning on running dual 2.5" exhaust with a crossover. Preferably mandrel bent. I'll post up pics of everything as I go along, progress maybe spotty at best. I plan on keeping this car for good so I'm in no rush.
Here is my '87 S10 daily driver I built in my backyard:
Yea, I figured the Vette motor wasn't anything soon, but still... that is crazy power for you're car. Guessing something crazy like you're back yard S10...lol Nice by the way! Looking forward to seeing the progress pics ,man!
Been a while, not much done. Tidied up some firewall issues, a little more prep work to be done before the subframe gets bolted back on. I decided to go with a gas strut instead of the torsion bars. Welds could have been a lot prettier but it will hold. I'll dress that up later.
A locking nut just happened to be the perfect spacer:
Worked on my fuel delivery. Used braided -6AN with press in fittings and crimped around the barbs. Using a Wix 33737 Corvette LSx filter/regulator to supply 58 pounds of fuel pressure to the FiTech injection. Used nomex sleeves on lines off of tank as I'm planning on running the Pypes SGF70 transverse muffler stainless exhaust. So much to do...
I found a rear defroster in my parts bin and it works like it was new. Debating on whether I should install it.
Waiting for exhaust and new screw type fuel line quick connects for the filter to ship. Goal is to have engine fired up this month. (Video will be posted.)
Today I turned 40, I've been an open water ocean lifeguard for 20, drive a truck that's 30 and am looking forward to driving the Firebird that will be 50. My motorcycle is 11, but my better half looks 10 years younger than she is so that'll work.
Hot Rod Magazine has been running a multi-part feature on Mark Stielow installing an LT4 in a '69 Camaro. Holley used the project to develop headers, motor mounts, and cross member for DSE subframe. I saw the car in Holley's booth at SEMA. Pretty neat stuff. Google Stielow build for more info.
Thanks! I haven’t been able to get much done with all the rain this week. I did install a ‘68 Camaro console with an aftermarket gaugepod and a ‘68/69 Camaro specific Quicksilver ratchet shifter. I measure about 5 times before drilling my mounting holes in the unmarked aftermarket floorpan (no dimple indicators like factory). I welded in 7 tee nuts and surprisingly they were all spot on.
I used the ‘69 shifter button with the down wing bird. While at the junkyard I found a Pontiac G6 in the junkyard and cut out the steering wheel arrowhead since they aren’t selling srs airbags anymore... After trimming it a bit it fit perfectly in the original deluxe wheel. I wrapped it with a fake leather cover to hide the cracks until I get it remolded. I’ll go back to the bird center cap and a PMD or arrowhead on the shifter then.
No pics or video, but did ride around the block today. The FiTech was easy to setup and the motor is responding very well to it. Quick startup and it is idling with a little lope at 770 rpm. Throttle response feels instantaneous. My trans has at least two forward gears and a reverse... I just went around my neighborhood loop. Trans feels like it has a shift kit and stayed in gear to 5 grand before hammering into second. The 406’s torque is crazy compared to what I’m used to in my S10. I can’t wait to go on an actual drive, but that’s a ways out.
My neighbors cheered for me when I rounded the block and pulled in the driveway. I’m fortunate to have neighbors pushing their 70’s and are getting a kick out of my work in the driveway. Today was pretty awesome, about 5 steps forward and only 1 step back for a change.
Got rained out today but managed to drill 36 holes in virgin sheet metal. Fun times. Installed passenger mirror, front fender emblems, and the rear quarter “vent†trim. Can’t wait to get her painted. I still have the “400†emblems to drill out and the “PONTIAC†letters on the trunk. After that the epoxy primer is going on.
Painted the underside of the hood, dash, and backs of fenders, fender extensions and valance with semi-gloss Black 2k paint. I didn’t like the chrome base of the shifter so I painted that too.
Got a bit done since last posting. About ready to shoot the Solar Red on and follow with clear coats. A couple of nickel and dime interior items left, but I’m getting pretty close to the finish line.
Got some of the panels clearcoated and installed the rearview mirror and all glass except the passenger door’s. Should have all paint done next week if all goes as planned.
Thanks, I’ve learned quite a bit doing it all myself. Had to redo a few things, but nothing major.
I have been spraying the paint outside... I purposely aimed for this time of year because geographically it’s low humidity, no bugs, and gets warm enough for paint to flash properly. It doesn’t drop in temp too low so condensation isn’t that bad but I did find that setting the clearcoated parts in the garage overnight prevented hazing. I had a little on the fender I left out but the door I set inside turned out perfect. Basically the moisture drew into the outer layer of clear and I was able to cut and buff it out.
If I ever do this again I’ll rent a booth, but I’ve done everything in my driveway so far and I’m going to see it through even if it means more sanding and buffing...
I’m hoping to have the paint done by this Wednesday and my goal is to have it on the road by late March/early April.
Well your doing a great job. I'm painting mine in my garage. I have a home made exhaust fan system. The new guns use less air pressure, less paint and atomize exceptionally well resulting in very little paint dust. And then your sanding & polishing as well!
I hope your using a good mask. Make sure people don't breath in those vapors. I did a lot of work with bad chemicals when I was a teenager. I guess it's possible I contracted PD as a result. Better safe than sorry.