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Forum: Cooling
05-04-2024, 06:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 319
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: A/C coolant fan not running

The 350 TPI intake had one coolant sensor by the thermostat which is installed on the 400 intake by the thermostat.
The coolant temp. fan switch was in the right head on the 350 & it is in the right...
Forum: Cooling
05-02-2024, 01:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 319
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: A/C coolant fan not running

It did last summer. I have not let it get that hot lately. When I back probe the green/w wire on the relay and ground it the fan comes on.
Forum: Cooling
05-02-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 319
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: A/C coolant fan not running

I did. The fan did not come on.
Forum: Cooling
05-02-2024, 12:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 319
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: A/C coolant fan not running

My switch tested open. I jumped the plug wires and fan did not come on.
Forum: Cooling
05-01-2024, 05:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 319
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: A/C coolant fan not running

Yes I understand how the coolant fan switch in the right head works. I talking about the other fan that is controlled by the a/c.
Forum: Cooling
04-30-2024, 05:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 319
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: A/C coolant fan not running

I added some freon today. It made no difference. The drier is frosting up. I swapped the ecm. It made no difference. The wires at the relay look good. When I ground the green/w wire the fan comes on.
Forum: Cooling
04-29-2024, 09:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 319
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: A/C coolant fan not running

I removed the compressor when I did the swap so I unplugged the wires on the compressor at that time. They are plugged in now. The wires on the hard lines, low pressure switch & high pressure switch...
Forum: Cooling
04-29-2024, 05:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 319
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: A/C coolant fan not running

I sure wish someone would comment. Any thoughts or ideas. I wish the fan would come on when the a/c is turned on like it used to otherwise I will hook up a switch but that's not really what I want to...
Forum: Cooling
04-27-2024, 04:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 319
Posted By BBCSwap

A/C coolant fan not running

91 Z28 350 TPI engine swap to sbc 400 carb. I don't know if the engine swap had anything to do with it or not. I did not cut any wires for the TPI, I folded the injector wires and related TPI wires...
Forum: Carburetors
04-26-2024, 05:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 148
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: 1985 TA: Holley 0-80555C on a 350/290 Crate

The distance from the pivot center point on the TV cable and the center of the throttle plate shaft is critical. On my 91 if there is slack in the TV cable at idle then it is not adjusted correctly....
Forum: Engine Swap
04-23-2024, 06:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 255
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: Another 305-350 swap question

If you bought them online both will have a record and returning will be no problem.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2024, 07:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 334
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: 700r4 plans

I would contact Dana and see if he has the parts to make yours a good one.
Forum: Fabrication
03-29-2024, 04:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 591
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: 1LE FRONT SPINDLE ABUTMENT BRACKETS

Sorry. I printed one for an LS1. I didn't realize he didn't have one for a 1LE.
Forum: Fabrication
03-29-2024, 06:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 591
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: 1LE FRONT SPINDLE ABUTMENT BRACKETS

I printed off a template from Lukes and traced it on a piece of steel. Worked great. Ask him if he has cad. numbers.
Forum: Engine Swap
03-18-2024, 10:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 592
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: 305 tpi to 350 carb swap tips?

Maybe use a 45 or 90 degree fitting
Forum: Electronics
03-10-2024, 07:09 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,117
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: Battery Experience / Advice

I don't know what you guys are doing that is killing your batteries. I've been buying Parts Plus batteries for many years now. Not that I think they are the best but because they are the closest. My...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-06-2024, 07:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 293
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: Posi Unit & Ring & Pinion Vendor Preferenece

This is what I have. 3,000 miles no issues. I like my 323 gears. 1950 rpm at 60mph. They have 26 or 28 spline set ups. Fast shipping.
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Forum: Carburetors
03-04-2024, 07:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 221
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: Which fuel pressure regulator

I went from TPI to carb. Not sure about TBI to carb. but I think you need the same. Maybe someone smarter than I will verify.
For TPI you need 3 port return style. I have this one. It works great.
...
Forum: Fabrication
02-14-2024, 06:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,268
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: New fuel access panel

When I replaced my pump I left the old pump in place and cut a new hole in the tank and duct tapped the new pump in place. Once in a while I smell gas but I just add more tape. Works really good and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-06-2024, 06:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 387
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: Bringing 86 Iroc Z out of storage.

I would leave those alone unless there is a problem with it. You might want to go threw the brakes, rebuild the calipers, new rubber hoses, change the fluid.
Forum: Engine Swap
02-06-2024, 05:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 290
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: Looking to add some more horse power

How much money do you want to throw at it?
You could put in a different cam and up the hp a little. If you want a big difference add these heads & a cam.
...
Forum: Cooling
01-25-2024, 02:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 612
Posted By BBCSwap

Would you keep the coolant lines to the oil filter

Would you keep the coolant lines to the oil filter when doing an engine swap? Do they help cool the oil or not worth it?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-19-2024, 06:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 722
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: 700R4 Rebuild

A few months ago I bought a kit from Pro Built for $1300. It will handle 600hp. That was with a converter and I did the rebuild. A stock rebuild kit from him was LOTS cheaper. HP is expensive.
Forum: Electronics
01-16-2024, 07:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 228
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: ecm control?

The ecm does a few things. It controls the TCC lockup. The coolant sensor by the thermostat is connected to the ecm to turn the fan on. It might do more.
Forum: Cooling
01-14-2024, 07:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 303
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: Boiling in over flow tank

What do you mean "boiling in overflow tank"? As the engine is warming up do you see a bubble every few seconds? Or do you mean after it warms up you see bubbles? Either way you have air in the...
Forum: Electronics
01-07-2024, 04:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 163
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: 1991 Camaro with 1989 motor swap

Use everything off the 91 and you should be fine.
Forum: Brakes
01-02-2024, 05:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 435
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: Which front brake hoses for LS1 brake swap?

IIRC I used my thirdgen front hoses.
Forum: Brakes
12-28-2023, 06:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 361
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: LS1 brake swap bolts

I did that swap last year and I used plain bolts no washer. If you use what Big Brake Upgrade uses you will be good.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-23-2023, 10:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 932
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: TCC lock up & unlock & repeat

Power wire goes to brake switch, to vacuum switch to trans. Inside trans wire goes to solenoid then to pressure switch. All parts are supplied in the Painless kit. Instructions say vacuum is to be...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-23-2023, 07:24 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 932
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: TCC lock up & unlock & repeat

I have adjusted the vacuum valve from all the way in to all the way out. The only thing it changes is the amount I have to step on the gas pedal to get it to toggle: lock/unlock. I read about some...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-19-2023, 07:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 932
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: TCC lock up & unlock & repeat

So with the Monster kit you manually turn it on & off?
Forum: Engine Swap
12-18-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 592
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: 305 tpi to 350 carb swap tips?

I cleaned up the engine bay and painted (black) the K member and local parts. I did not cut any wires. I neatly folded back the injector wires and zip tied them. I kept my ecm so it still controls...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-18-2023, 09:29 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 932
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: TCC lock up & unlock & repeat

It's an automatic so I want it to be automatic. I just got off the phone with Painless. It is adjustable. Yaa hoo. Thank you for all you comments. We have fresh snow this morning so my gravel road...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-16-2023, 11:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 932
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: TCC lock up & unlock & repeat

As far as being on the edge of vacuum to activate/deactivate the switch, I don't know, maybe. I am running 5/32 hose from the carb to just before the switch then 1/4" to switch. Would 1/4" all the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-16-2023, 02:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 932
Posted By BBCSwap

TCC lock up & unlock & repeat

I rebuilt my 91 700R4 with a kit from Pro Built Automatics from Dana and a TCC lock up kit from Painless. The vacuum line for the TCC is connected to port vacuum. When cruising at 60 mph 1900 rpm if...
Forum: Engine Swap
12-05-2023, 03:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new build

I checked the distributor today. The coil primary & secondary ohms, checked the pickup ohms, all in spec. And checked to see if it's pulsing, it is. I didn't try to start it today. I have tried...
Forum: Engine Swap
12-04-2023, 03:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new build

THANK YOU for giving me things to check.

Firing order: 18436572
Plug wire resistance:
1- 4.3 2- 2.0 3- 1.1 4- 1.1 5- 1.7 6- 1.1 7- .9 8- .8

I tried a different set of...
Forum: Engine Swap
12-03-2023, 06:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new build

I don't know if you can see my facebook video. It doesn't let me post it here He it is. Take out the spaces.
facebook. com/ jim.sisler.5
Forum: Engine Swap
12-03-2023, 06:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new build

Since I had it idling at one time I would rule out mechanical. What do you think? What would you check? What would you do? Please comment.
Forum: Engine Swap
12-02-2023, 04:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new build

I couldn't post a video on here so go to my fb. It won't let me do that either. fb jim sisler
Forum: Engine Swap
12-02-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By BBCSwap

trouble starting new build

I thought I would start a new thread and list what I have and what I've done.
sbc 400. Bored .030 Ground crank. Pro Max 200 heads. 72 cc. 10:1 CR. Springs will take .600 lift. Howards cam/hydraulic...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-25-2023, 10:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 432
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new engine

Howards Cams Retro-Fit Hydraulic Roller Camshaft and Lifter Kits CL110255-12

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/HRS-CL110255-12
Forum: Engine Swap
11-25-2023, 08:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 432
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new engine

Any comments would be appreciated.
Forum: Engine Swap
11-25-2023, 02:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 432
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new engine

I pulled the intake and took out the lifters for #1. I put them in a vice (lightly) with soft jaws on the flats where the rivet is. (retro fit hydraulic rollers with links). I could not get the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-25-2023, 01:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 353
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: 1990 Camaro Rs fuel pump relay location

The two side by side are for the rad. Fans. The one on the left side of bracket is fuel pump relay.
...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-24-2023, 05:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 432
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new engine

Originally I adjusted the valves (in July on the stand) to zero lash plus 1/2 turn on the rocker nut. It ran like crap. Roller Rockers with Polyloc's, each time I adjusted the valves I turned the...
Forum: Carburetors
11-24-2023, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 440
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: fuel pump won't stay running

I got my oil sender/switch today. When I have oil pressure the fuel pump stays running. Woo Hoo. Thanks for the help.
Forum: Engine Swap
11-21-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 432
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: trouble starting new engine

That seems to be the issue. Once I got the timing close it would start right up didn't even have to touch the gas. I couldn't get it to idle lower than 1000 rpm with out it dieing but it wasn't fully...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-20-2023, 02:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 432
Posted By BBCSwap

trouble starting new engine

New build 400 sbc. New plugs, wires & HEI distributor. ACCEL Performance Replacement Distributors 59130 https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ACC-59130

I'm having a problem getting it...
Forum: Carburetors
11-20-2023, 02:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 440
Posted By BBCSwap

Re: fuel pump won't stay running

My oil sender/switch is by the oil filter, as pictured below. There is nothing behind the intake manifold on the 350 that I pulled. It is a three wire. Orange, gray, brown. When I jump the orange and...
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