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JCattSS · Jun-09-11, 07:20 PM

Lookin good! You will probabl need to figure out something else with that evap, it will be right on the alt the way it is. You may be able to use one of the provisions on the other side of the TB for it, not really sure. I made a little block off plate for mine but ended up not using it. I'll send it to you if you want it.

WhiteTBSS06 · Jun-09-11, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by lt1z

Yes it will and gain you nothing except for looks if you have a red theme going on in the engine bay

I plan on spraying this motor later and I have seen what week ignition systems can do on a nitrous setup. Even if they aren't power adders just the fact that I know I will get a good spark consistently is worth it to me. Peace of mind is priceless.

WhiteTBSS06 · Jun-09-11, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by JCattSS

Lookin good! You will probabl need to figure out something else with that evap, it will be right on the alt the way it is. You may be able to use one of the provisions on the other side of the TB for it, not really sure. I made a little block off plate for mine but ended up not using it. I'll send it to you if you want it.

I know there are gonna be things I have to figure out I'm kinda waiting till I have the motor and everything bolted together before I start worrying cause I may just take some stuff out or relocate it when I get to that step.

WhiteTBSS06 · Jun-09-11, 07:46 PM

Which tensioner do you have to get for everything to clear?

JCattSS · Jun-09-11, 09:09 PM

A car tensioner. I have a black Katech LS1 tensioner.

WhiteTBSS06 · Jun-10-11, 04:48 AM

Yeah after doing a lot of research last night I found a thread where a Nova guy was using the truck accessory drive with a car intake and he took great pics of everything and showed why you needed to do everything and I understand now. The stock tensioner sticks out too far because the mounting setup on the different pumps has extended necks that put it out about a inch or so too far. When my local parts supplier opens up I'm gonna order up a 2004-2005 corvette tensioner(it has to be the corvette not just a car tensioner cause the camaro puts it out too far to) and a AC-Delco 251-734 water pump. Then all I have tyo do is get my hands on a idler relocator bolt kit and cut the section of the bracket off and I"m good to go.

**Rat Raceway** · Jun-10-11, 07:21 AM

Sounds like your rounding up everything.

Check out Dirty Dingo good stuff for cheep!
Here is the idler pulley bracket for trucks. only $29

http://dirtydingo.com/store/product_...oducts_id=1365

Keep up the good work.

JCattSS · Jun-10-11, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Rat Raceway

Sounds like your rounding up everything.

Check out Dirty Dingo good stuff for cheep!
Here is the idler pulley bracket for trucks. only $29

http://dirtydingo.com/store/product_...oducts_id=1365

Keep up the good work.

Lots of good stuff there!

WhiteTBSS06 · Jun-10-11, 09:49 AM

Thanks for the link man I just ordered that relocation bracket and the belt for P/S from them. I have a brand new AC-Delco 251-734 water pump(L99) coming a new alternator MSD high torque starter 2004 Corvette tensioner and of course the engine

Last thing I have to figure out is what to do pump and fuel line wise. FAST sold me this adapter kit but it has a female GM quick connect to -6an fitting but on the TBSS the fuel line at the stock rail is already a female. So I either need a short male to male piece of metal fuel line or just go -8an all the way to the tank and really get crazy with the setup

**Rat Raceway** · Jun-10-11, 02:32 PM

No Problem.

I picked up a set of the Lsx motor mounts for my Monte Carlo swap they are very nice.

jpracing01 · Jun-10-11, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Rat Raceway

No Problem.

I picked up a set of the Lsx motor mounts for my Monte Carlo swap they are very nice.

send me that link.. i will need those in a year or so

TrailLaser · Jun-10-11, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jpracing01

send me that link.. i will need those in a year or so

Same sight I assume...

http://dirtydingo.com/store/index.php?cPath=1_206_305

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**Rat Raceway** · Jun-13-11, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by jpracing01

send me that link.. i will need those in a year or so

This is what I got... For a 73-87 Monte Carlo

http://dirtydingo.com/store/product_...639936af1d9384

WhiteTBSS06 · Jun-13-11, 09:42 AM

Thread jacking aside lol I decided to go with the NA version of Kenne Bell's boost a pump. I think for a NA/nitrous system it makes more sense and will be better than dropping the tank and putting a different pump in the tank. I don't really want to convert to 4l80e so I don't plan on getting too nuts anyway power wise. The motor should be here by tomorrow so I"ll have pics of the complete long block by thurs at the latest and hopefully she will be in by mid next week god willing.

JCattSS · Jun-13-11, 10:54 AM

I have the NA version here, new and never used I'll make you a deal of you want it. I'm going to use an Aeromotive 340 instead of a 255 & BAP. Also I was thinking and not sure if it was mentioned or not but you will also need a 58x to 24x reluctor wheel converter.

WhiteTBSS06 · Jun-13-11, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by JCattSS

I have the NA version here, new and never used I'll make you a deal of you want it. I'm going to use an Aeromotive 340 instead of a 255 & BAP. Also I was thinking and not sure if it was mentioned or not but you will also need a 58x to 24x reluctor wheel converter.

Dam I already ordered the boost a pump and what do you mean converter? I thought our trucks were 58x

**Rat Raceway** · Jun-13-11, 11:53 AM

2006=24x RW.

2007+ 58x

WhiteTBSS06 · Jun-13-11, 12:07 PM

I did some research and it was just the early 06's that had the 24 not all of them. They said there is a way to check I might have to do that when I pull the old motor out. Where do you get these converters if that's what I end up needing and is there a possible way to go into the computer and just switch settings to recognize a 58x reluctor wheel?

JCattSS · Jun-13-11, 12:28 PM

If yours is an 06 it is 24x. I think GTOs are the ones that switched mid year.

TrailLaser · Jun-13-11, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by WhiteTBSS06

I did some research and it was just the early 06's that had the 24 not all of them. They said there is a way to check I might have to do that when I pull the old motor out. Where do you get these converters if that's what I end up needing and is there a possible way to go into the computer and just switch settings to recognize a 58x reluctor wheel?

There is no way to change it in the computer.. The reluctor wheel is bolted to the crank, in the oil pan..

Either change the RW or get the lingenfelter box, thats the only two options..
http://www.lingenfelter.com/sites/li...ons%20v2.5.pdf