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Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
12-22-2019, 06:26 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 11,009
Posted By Corey1486

Re: FS: Reproduction Window Stop Bumpers $10/pair

Can you ship to canada? If so I'd take a set, Thanks
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-21-2019, 02:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 959
Posted By Corey1486

Re: LT1 T56 Swap from T5

When you used the cavalier slave did you remove the stock LT1 slave spacer or did you keep it?
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-24-2019, 04:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,072
Posted By Corey1486

Re: LS oil pan question

Thanks for the suggestion. Holley was one of the brands I'll be considering for a pan and few other things.

This pan seems to have decent clearance from the measurements I took and compared to a...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-24-2019, 02:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,072
Posted By Corey1486

Re: LS oil pan question

Yeah I'm going to pull the pan off eventually. It kinda looks like the Jegs pan, but there is no markings at all on it. I guess I'll find out how good it is when I open up the engine!
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-23-2019, 04:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,072
Posted By Corey1486

LS oil pan question

Picked up a 5.3 ls engine today. It was in a Firebird and had this oil pan on it. Remote oil filter. I'm assuming it's an ebay special, no marking on it that I can see. Anyone know if they are...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-08-2019, 05:20 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

This is the only picture I can get as I'm taking the engine back out. I had a lifter break and ruin the cam.
...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-08-2019, 05:17 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

For the moulded 90 degree bends I used (both from rock auto)

CONTINENTAL 63906 (3/4 inch)
GATES 28466 (5/8 Inch)

For the hose unions i used

DORMAN 47094 (5/8 to 5/8)
DORMAN 47080 (3/4 to...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-06-2019, 07:23 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

I bought 2 pre moulded 90 degree bends then 2 double male connectors and bulk heater hose.

I'll grab some pictures tomorrow.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-19-2019, 02:33 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Got a few miles on the engine now. Had it in to the local tuner to get a dyno tune. 290 HP and 295 tq at the wheels on a Mustang dyno...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-11-2019, 01:25 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B07JGPHMY8?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-10-2019, 08:04 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Heres an idle video. This is after i did my first drive, im working on the VE tables doing some open loop data logging.

https://youtu.be/5u5zNjD4cTQ
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-10-2019, 08:01 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Well I havent updated this in a while. I got the car put back together and running. Had a few bugs here and there but nothing too serious. I have been doing some street tuning, going to have it dyno...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-08-2019, 08:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 344
Posted By Corey1486

Re: T56 swap crossmember

Shoot me a pm with your PayPal info, I'll take it
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-08-2019, 05:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 344
Posted By Corey1486

T56 swap crossmember

Looking for a t56 crossmember for my 89 Firebird.

Located in Halifax NS

Let me know what you have
Forum: Brakes
05-07-2019, 04:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Lt1 rear..what ebrake cable?

Glad everything worked out for you!
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-14-2019, 05:26 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Been a while since I updated this thread. Lots of progress. Wiring is almost complete, just looming in the engine bay and finishing up under the dash. Engine, trans, rear end are all in and ready to...
Forum: Brakes
04-05-2019, 03:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Lt1 rear..what ebrake cable?

4 clicks and the wheels stop turning. I haven't had the car out of the garage to test on a hill though
Forum: Brakes
04-05-2019, 01:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Lt1 rear..what ebrake cable?

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x2000/img_20190405_150657_df5ad6419bae24efc2739d7767f8278a4c636fd2.jpg
This is where the adjuster attaches to the cables...
Forum: Brakes
04-05-2019, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Lt1 rear..what ebrake cable?

I can grab some pictures shortly if you want to ensure your setup is the same as mine
Forum: Brakes
04-05-2019, 12:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Lt1 rear..what ebrake cable?

I just put an LT1 rear in my 89 firebird. Here are the part numbers for what I used from Rock Auto

Rear cables 92 Camaro x 2 (ACDELCO 18P1104 {#18034022} Professional)
Front Cable 89 Firebird x1...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
03-15-2019, 10:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 242
Posted By Corey1486

Lower shifter boot

Doing a 5 speed conversion and one of the things my parts car didn't have was a lower shifter boot . Looking for one with no rips. Shipped to Dartmouth, NS b2x2b3

89 Firebird. T5 transmission
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-15-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x2000/img_20190314_185718_2a3ed7b0a1e679337e738acbdafb6ec4602cbcd9.jpg
Engine is in! Trans is in too but I didn't take any pictures yet!
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-10-2019, 10:12 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Been a while since I updated. Made progress and had a few setbacks. Ended up having to replace the oil pump. When I primed the engine the pump was very noisy and felt rough when turning the shaft. I...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-22-2019, 07:33 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Got my engine harness finished up .Mocked it up on the engine stand and made some adjustments. There was lots of great info on this forum that helped. Now I have to combine it with my third gen...
Forum: Electronics
02-20-2019, 12:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 532
Posted By Corey1486

Re: 89 Firebird C207

This is great. I remember seeing this in a post but couldn't remember where. Thank you for your help!
Forum: Electronics
02-17-2019, 11:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 532
Posted By Corey1486

89 Firebird C207

Im trying to identify 3 of these pins are labeled the same on my c207 pin out diagram. Are they 12 volt ignition sources to power emissions sensors? I cant seem to find a diagram to reference what...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-14-2019, 02:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Haven't updated in a bit. Started on the wiring today. Still waiting on rocker arms, pushrods, fuel pump and a few odds and ends for my rear brakes. Hopefully all my parts will be in this week and...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
02-08-2019, 10:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 335
Posted By Corey1486

Wanted: Manual Transmission (T56 or TKO)

Im currently doing an LT1 swap in my firebird. I have a T5 but im concerned it may not like the LT1 so i'm looking for either an LT1 T56 or a GM TKO - 5/600. I haven't had much luck finding anything...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-04-2019, 05:18 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Got the rear end out today. Need to order some new sway bar links and bushings . Also on the lookout for some after market lca's. Anyone here have any recommendations? ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-03-2019, 07:47 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

I sanded and primed any spots that were rusty. Then I sanded the rest of the engine bay . Then I wiped the bay down with some thinner to get all the dust and sprayed it. I used color match spray cans...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-03-2019, 06:47 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Made some progress.

painted engine bay, heater box, strut mounts and engine cradle.
Installed the manual pedals and cut the firewall and installed the master cylinder. Clutch switch also...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-28-2019, 02:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 287
Posted By Corey1486

Re: TBI air cleaner / throttle cable

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1080x1982/screenshot_20190128_163046_5a10054cfdd9f6c1161641dcf7a7c0881d27c94a.jpg
Air cleaner...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-28-2019, 01:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 287
Posted By Corey1486

TBI air cleaner / throttle cable

Both parts removed from 89 Firebird 305 TBI .

Throttle cable 10 plus shipping/PayPal fee

Air cleaner + k&n filter 40 plus shipping/PayPal fee

Located in Halifax, NS
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-25-2019, 01:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

I'm going to use the f body accessories. Although I do have a full b body setup as well. Car didn't have AC so there would have been no advantage to running the Corvette accessories.

I'll have...
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-17-2019, 03:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Only a bit of progress .Got the timing cover and oil pan on .Went to check pushrod length and when I was installing my ticket arms I found out they won't work. (they were comp 1416-16 for pre 88...
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-05-2019, 08:28 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Made some more progress today. Painted my intake manifold then polished the top fins and fuel rails. I think it's looking good!!...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-30-2018, 08:33 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Made some more progress tonight. Cam in, heads on.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x2000/img_20181230_204637_5b3fd4398424b3f627058c4a86a3e9a99b7a9f15.jpg...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-30-2018, 03:16 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Im not painting the whole thing. Just going to fix up the battery box area and paint it to match. I just wanted it clean to work in when i start wiring
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-30-2018, 03:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Thanks! Im a little nervous about the opti-spark, but I have several on hand. 2 AC-Delco units and an MSD so i should be able to have at least one always working!
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-29-2018, 03:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

This being my first swap I thought it would be more straight forward then the LS swap. I didn't need to find a bunch of extra parts (headers, oil pan, front accessory drive, mounts) . There's not...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-29-2018, 02:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Well not much progress with the holidays. Cleaned up the engine bay since we had a warm day. Now to fix up the battery tray and paint it. ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-18-2018, 11:05 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Couple more pictures . Got the engine and transmission out today . Also starting to assemble the engine. Just waiting on a new oil pump pickup screen...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-18-2018, 10:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Congratulations on the house. I just bought my first home last year.

Im still watching for the right deal on the t-56 to come along. If it does ill grab it and sell the T5. Do you have a thread...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-18-2018, 10:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

I see in your sig you have the 24 x swap. which one did you go with?
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-16-2018, 06:16 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

I did consider g-force. I'm hopeful it will last long enough to find a 6 speed. Theres lots of guys local to me running T-5 on SBC and LS swaps without issues. They all say the same thing, avoid...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-16-2018, 05:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 400
Posted By Corey1486

1228746 ECM

Ecm out of a 1989 5.0 TBI auto car. Worked fine.

Asking 25 plus shipping ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-16-2018, 05:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

thats an unfortunate lesson to learn but at least it can be fixed. I still have my eyes open for the T-56. If I can find one for the right price within 12-14 hours driving distance ill jump on it....
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-14-2018, 07:18 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

Got my head's back from the machine shop today. Lunati springs installed, cleaned up the valves and valve job. ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-09-2018, 04:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By Corey1486

Re: Coreys 89 Firebird LT1/T5 Swap

more pictures
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x2000/goodies_019809f4427ea65182746cea6d438077e7b6d9b0.jpg...
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