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Forum: LTX and LSX
07-26-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,247
Posted By coptzer

Re: 6.0 getting boosted (A&A style) pic heavy

Nice setup. Ive been looking at doing this exact bracket for a procharger. Would love to see more of this and get more details.
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-29-2015, 04:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,721
Posted By coptzer

Re: What did you do for heater hose?

You guys are correct, the heater core is now straight off the water pump and the line that used to go to the heater core from the 3rd gen radiator is now the steam vent line that goes to the tee...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-18-2015, 06:55 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Haha, just a little go-go juice, that's all... Unfortunately I haven't been able to get a very successful run with it due to multiple RPM window switch failures. But I'm back on track now, just in...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-18-2015, 12:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,721
Posted By coptzer

Re: What did you do for heater hose?

Super simple, no control valve and no heat issues this summer at all. And I drove it a lot in the heat. Probably got a little carried away with the zip ties, haha.

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Forum: LTX and LSX
10-12-2015, 09:33 AM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Well damn I don't get on here very often anymore and it seems like it has been forever since I checked out your build. Nice job man it's coming out awesome!

Oh and love the air intake. I just...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-25-2015, 08:07 AM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

I still need to add in my Wilwood prop valve and line lock. I have yet to be too successful making inverted flares with a cheap flaring tool. I've been seriously considering that same flare tool to...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-26-2015, 06:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 960
Posted By coptzer

Re: Rearend recommendation

I don't think you can buy them new anymore. Not sure of part number, but if you want LS1 brakes, just make sure you get 98-02 Camaro or Firebird/Trans Am.

I hunted pretty hard last winter trying...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-25-2015, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Good call...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-25-2015, 09:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 960
Posted By coptzer

Re: Rearend recommendation

I'm using my stock 3rd gen TA for now with my T56, just had to trim the front of it a bit. I also got my S60 with the adjustable LCA's and chrome-moly driveshaft.
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-25-2015, 07:09 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Good planning with the filler right there. I put my filler hose on with the tank in the car, BOOO! I didn't want to drop the tank again and that was not a wise decision!

Oh and by the way, I think...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-25-2015, 06:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 960
Posted By coptzer

Re: Rearend recommendation

I don't think you can go wrong with either choice. It depends on how much you want to spend and what your end goals actually end up being. Whether or not you want spool, or Posi as they vary in price...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-22-2015, 12:40 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

You're welcome. I got lucky with my dropout and got tons of various parts I was able to reuse. Parts I never would have even known about.

Nice job running the fuel lines by the way! One thing I...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-22-2015, 07:55 AM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

I used the 4th gen factory rubber boot. Even though the 3rd gen hole is oval, I got it to fit well enough for my liking. It felt like it might pop out or come loose, but it's been race proven without...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-19-2015, 05:54 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 3,155
Posted By coptzer

Re: Trying to button things up.

I did a 3" y pipe with a 3" in / 4" out Flowmaster merge to a 4" Dynomax race bullet dumped before the axle. It was temporary inexpensive solution so I could get my car on the road and to the dyno...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-19-2015, 05:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 51,542
Posted By coptzer

Re: Water pump / steam line mod

My 3rd gen radiator was not threaded for an adapter and I did not want to drill my water pump. I wanted to go into the upper radiator hose, but would have needed to plug the old port on the radiator....
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-25-2014, 07:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By coptzer

Re: Got my car Dyno Tuned this weekend... Videos!

Thanks for the compliments.



Nah, those straps are race proven... haha. Honestly I was a little nervous at first, but after like the third time you stop worrying so much because it's just so...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-24-2014, 07:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By coptzer

Re: Got my car Dyno Tuned this weekend

Real, real fun to drive also. I've never seen it either, and it is fun to watch, I'm still watching it... haha! I've never done it before and it is a different feeling slamming through the gears and...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-24-2014, 05:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By coptzer

Re: Got my car Dyno Tuned this weekend

The car runs out of gear in 4th just before the 1/4 is up, spins way too much off the line, but it is fun as hell. I'll be getting some taller sticky tires over the winter. I can tell you that I need...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-24-2014, 05:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By coptzer

Re: Got my car Dyno Tuned this weekend

1/4 mile could have been better. I think it was mid 12's at around 116 mph with junk tires.



Thanks man!
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-24-2014, 12:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By coptzer

Got my car Dyno Tuned this weekend... Videos!

So after much anticipation of what this thing would put down, I finally got a chance to get it on the Dyno and I'm pretty happy with the results. How's 406 RWHP / 382 torque on a Mustang Dyno...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-01-2014, 06:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

Thanks. Yeah I kind of slacked on the pictures towards the end. Those damn deadlines we set make the camera not so important, lol. Fun to drive isn't it? I'm having a blast with mine. Finally got...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-01-2014, 06:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 798
Posted By coptzer

Re: Coolant Cross over question.

If you truly don't want to spend money, I've read of people shaving the bottom fins on the intake to fit. Or something like that. Search it on LS1tech.
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-01-2014, 06:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 798
Posted By coptzer

Re: Coolant Cross over question.

why not just use the LS6 block off plugs for the rear? Don't worry about using the crossover tube.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/nal-12602540
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-24-2014, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Nice job! I knew you'd come up with something nice. It seems though GM made a big improvement in that bracket from the one that was in my '86. I had to reinforce mine because it was super flimsy......
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-22-2014, 09:33 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,419
Posted By coptzer

Re: Watch a Rookie Learn How To Swap a LS1 and T56 into a 1992 Z28

:nod: What Pocket said...

I soldered additional wire from my old auto neutral safety switch wiring and routed it back to the pedal. Not sure what pedals you're using, but on 4th gens the wire...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-22-2014, 09:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

T56 Shifter hole and Lower boot:

The hardest part of going from automatic to manual for me was the shifter hole. I ended up putting the engine/trans in the car temporarily to mock it up. Jacked up...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-22-2014, 07:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

K Member notch...Non-AC

Nothing too exciting here. I kept it pretty simple, no AC notch. It was real close to the oil pan, probably could have gotten away without notching, but not worth the risk....
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-22-2014, 05:29 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Haha... wrap it in a roll of bubble wrap and jamb it home I guess. You'll figure it out!
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-22-2014, 05:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 636
Posted By coptzer

Re: LS/LT Gauge Pics!

I know your dilemma, I was in the same situation last winter. I was going to make a custom gauge cluster with Speedhut gauges and either a Covan panel or a custom piece, but felt like it wouldn't...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-22-2014, 10:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

That's awesome on the steam vent. I think a lot of us have done very similar things. I had no idea what I was going to do, and couldn't find what I wanted on the website. I saw a bunch of different...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-21-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

Well it's only fair considering I copied some from you especially that lower radiator hose, thank you. Trimmed to fit perfect!!

For me, it's a great big help to see pictures while doing a build so...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-21-2014, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

haha... have at it, I'm sure you'll improve on it. I've got a bunch of pics of my bracket. The LS1 PCM was pretty heavy too, not sure how they compare, but I was a little concerned at first.
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-21-2014, 05:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

My Steam Vent solution:

Even though I had an LS1 radiator, I wanted to use my 3rd gen radiator because it was practically brand new and fits the car the way it should, no modifications. This meant...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-21-2014, 04:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

S60 Install

Not a ton of info here, but here's my S60, stock 3rd gen width, 35 spline axles, TrueTrac, 4.10 gears, welded LCA relocation brackets, and LS1 brakes. It's crazy how much bigger than...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-21-2014, 04:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

good advice. Not sure what I'm going to use for sound deadening. Probably not Dynamat since it's so expensive. But, I have all winter to figure it out.
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-21-2014, 04:09 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

You say quick and easy, but I did the same thing and mine was a little bit of a pain, but still got it all out. I didn't use heat though. I originally was going to put the harness through there, but...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-20-2014, 09:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

Thanks.

As far as the bullet, well... it's pretty loud in there. It's not awful and is definitely tolerable. Sustaining certain RPM's for significant period of time can be a little too much with...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-18-2014, 08:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

Since the fuel line was too close for comfort to the header I wrapped it with DEI Titanium Protect-A-Sleeve. I wrapped it from the trans crossmember to just short of the fuel rail.
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Forum: LTX and LSX
10-18-2014, 08:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

4th Gen fuel tank w/ Racetronix hotwire kit.

Here is my completed fuel system. I used the Racetronix Hotwire kit with a Grand Prix sending unit. I made up braided fuel lines all the way from the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-17-2014, 06:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

Thanks... as far as price goes, I haven't added it all up, a little scared to. But lets just say it's more than 4 digits! Not by a lot, but I know it is. Basically between the complete dropout,...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-17-2014, 07:56 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

Main Power Distribution Panel

I did not want to run the power wiring down to the starter and I wanted to get rid of the fusible links. I made a bracket and mounted this modular system behind the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-17-2014, 07:54 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

OK... time to bore you with pictures! I'm going to try and breakdown certain areas of the swap and show lots of pics hoping that someone may find it useful in the future. I got a lot of information...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-16-2014, 11:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

Re: Nothing too special... but Money well spent!

I brought all the computer wiring in through the firewall behind the intake. All the headlight/power wiring is inside the upper frame rail. I tried to hide as much wiring as possible.

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Forum: LTX and LSX
10-16-2014, 07:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,414
Posted By coptzer

My completed LS1/T56 swap... Money well spent! Lots of pics!

Let's face it, all you really want to see is the pictures and videos right... But first I wanted to say I got a lot of inspiration from builds on here. And also thanks to the people who took the time...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-16-2014, 04:53 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Yes... 4:10's for the WIN! At 75 mph on the interstate I'm at like 2100 RPM's. Friggen perfect! Plus who doesn't like shifting through gears. Got 17 MPG on my first tank with a lot of idling time and...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-15-2014, 02:06 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Oh I've laid on it and all I can say is WOW... I've never been sideways in 3rd gear with this car before. :driving:

Completely different car and is so much fun to drive now. You will not regret...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-12-2014, 05:36 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Good job man... you're getting there! That looks familiar and good, I love it. I've put my first 250 miles on mine since Friday, breaking in the new rear... can't wait to see yours run!
Forum: Brakes
10-03-2014, 08:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 673
Posted By coptzer

Re: proportioning(combination) valve question

Thanks for the reply. I am going to order a new one, but I'll give it a shot with a Tee for now. I guess I'll know if it leaks pretty quick.
Forum: Brakes
09-29-2014, 04:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 673
Posted By coptzer

proportioning(combination) valve question

So one of the ports stripped out on my proportioning valve to the front brakes. I am planning on a temp fix to get my car on the road and have a quick question. I have all the parts needed to Tee off...
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-29-2014, 08:27 AM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,493
Posted By coptzer

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Dude, I just did the same exact thing with my throttle cable a few weeks ago. Like you, I had never seen it done. And since I already had the 4th gen cable I was determined to make it work, I'm tired...
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