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Forum: LTX and LSX
09-13-2017, 11:10 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

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My twin turbo wet dream.. ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-12-2017, 01:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 959
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: who to use for mail order tune for 4.8 build

No decent tuners in your area with a Dyno? That's probably the best way to do it if u can find someone good.

I mailed my ecu to speed inc in the Chicago area for a pre tune 1 month before my Dyno...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-05-2017, 01:11 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Thank you! Be sure to make a thread and post your progress! I was going for something streetable but still quick with the twin Garrett's. They do sell larger exhaust housings with the GT35R for...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-05-2017, 01:23 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Thought you might want to see a few more progress pics of the setup before it all went together.

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Forum: LTX and LSX
08-05-2017, 01:19 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

This is how much fuel line actually ended up in the wheel well. This will be covered with a custom fabbed shield. Magnafuel dual relay kit showed up this week. That is my final task of this fuel...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-05-2017, 01:06 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

GT35R's
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-05-2017, 12:59 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Thank you! After much debate I decided on finishing the fuel system this week. Having trouble posting photos tonight so well see how this...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-05-2017, 12:54 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Have no clue why I couldn't fit this beefy setup down here all in single file like I planned. After I mounted everything to my removable bracket it just would NOT fit as planned. It was rubbing...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-15-2017, 02:47 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

10 feed / 8 return
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-14-2017, 01:48 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

I agree. It goes against my better judgement. Its just the best option for me and the lines will be protected by a steel cover. Here are my options and I'm not impressed with option 2 as it would...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-13-2017, 04:31 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Notice any progress? That's because I'm fixing mistakes. 1 step forward and 2 steps back... My driver side down pipe was in need of a rework after the power steering gearbox and fittings were...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-11-2017, 03:11 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

I really want to see just where everything will line up in the engine bay before I move on to the interior part of the vintage a/c. I purchased the fuel system last week and started routing lines....
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-02-2017, 12:33 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

So much to do.. so little time. I haven't tackled the ac yet. I purchased everything for the fuel system and started routing lines. Also power steering goodies are showing up. Time to see where...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-25-2017, 03:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,161
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: LS swap: relocating battery to trunk wiring questions

I am using auto meter gauges and ran one small signal wire coming from the factory plug in the alternator. It is run directly to my gauge.

My battery is In a box with a shut off on the passenger...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-24-2017, 12:02 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Decided it was crunch time on this bad boy. I want to finish it so stay tuned cause things will be coming together quickly here within the next few weeks. First I want to tackle the hot side and...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-31-2016, 03:30 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Been a slow summer for cars. The wife and I found a home and there is a good size second garage on the property just for the Camaro! I plan on working on the car again now that we are all settled...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-26-2016, 09:50 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Great info! Thanks for that. I still have to drill a hole and weld in the bov flange, so I'll try those settings and mess with it a little more. At least the bov flange has thicker material to...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-21-2016, 02:12 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

http://i63.tinypic.com/2pzzml5.jpg
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I can't weld to save my life, but this has been a fun challenge. I purchased just a...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-21-2016, 02:06 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Thank you! I went with the strange master. It has been decent with the wilwood brake upgrade.


406TPI: I purchased the magnum IV. It looks like a very nice unit. I will take pics and...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-22-2016, 08:12 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Thank you!! Down pipes are not complete yet. They are mocked to right where the standard manifolds would have exited right now. They both just route over the top of the K member. I kept the down...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-22-2016, 07:10 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

http://i66.tinypic.com/muv5g3.jpg
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http://i66.tinypic.com/34o8uaq.jpg

Some Vintage air parts arrived. I'm excited about...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-22-2016, 03:16 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

15x8 rear wheels 275/60 ET street radials. Ground control spring kit. The radiator is a custom spec triple pass. I had to modify the bottom rad. Support and lower it a few inches to make it...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-19-2016, 02:55 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

http://i68.tinypic.com/2lv0oxc.jpg

Decided it was time to change the wheels up. Dark stars! New project means it needs new shoes. I personally love this look.. Didn't think I would because...
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-14-2016, 12:21 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Thanks! It was a corvette radiator. It couldn't keep up.
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-08-2016, 09:45 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Thanks for the comments guys! Yes, BMR K member, I plan to run A/C with an aftermarket setup like vintage air. I don't have numbers from the single turbo personally. I never ran the last setup. ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-21-2015, 04:08 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Hey Tyler!! They are the ebay up and forwards. Can't beat the price. They are nice. Little tight on that passenger side, but was able to run my 3" down pipe right underneath it.
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-21-2015, 03:09 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Little by little. Got the 4th gen fans mounted. Bought some stainless and started playing with mock up. Tried the manifolds just to see what kind of room I had. Decided to stay with the headers....
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-30-2015, 11:52 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

http://i58.tinypic.com/1568qpd.jpg

Purchased Founders performance caster/camber plates and some rear adjustable suspension goodies.

Had to do a little notching for the mounting holes on the K...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-30-2015, 02:34 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

http://i61.tinypic.com/2s7goex.jpg

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Forum: LTX and LSX
04-28-2015, 03:26 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

http://i61.tinypic.com/2ljgv3d.jpg


More parts have arrived! Planning to do some damage this week and get everything installed. I'll try and take pics while doing it.
Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
04-08-2015, 10:16 PM
Replies: 5
[For Sale] Spohn cross member
Views: 895
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: Spohn cross member

Sorry, we pm'd the rest of the sale. It sold
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-03-2015, 07:14 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Progress little by little. Decided to get that K member mocked up last night. Taking the old stuff out wasn't too bad at all. I know spring compressors are always recommended, but we were careful...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-31-2015, 03:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,213
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: FINALLY DOING MY LS SWAP

Awesome! Such a great feeling to pull that tpi and never look back. Keep the pics coming!
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-31-2015, 02:05 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Valve spring replacement. Big thanks to mw66nova for catching that for me. I should have paid closer attention. Great valve spring tool kit as well. Very easy to use.
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Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
03-27-2015, 02:29 PM
Replies: 5
[For Sale] Spohn cross member
Views: 895
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: Spohn cross member

Sorry, I forgot to check shipping when I was off Monday. Just stopped by ups for quote. Shipping is $22.42, I'll meet ya in the middle and do $60 shipped. Let me know.
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-25-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Thanks, I'll look for a better spring. I'd rather not float those valves if I can help it.
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-25-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Those are ls9 springs
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-24-2015, 04:49 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Continuing with collecting parts! Picked up my 317 heads from the shop with a valve job, some milling and new springs. I should be around 9.5:1 compression on this setup.

Pretty valve covers...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-24-2015, 04:30 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Don't get me wrong, the car was fun and quick. I always liked the thought of twins and that was my ultimate goal. I'm sure there were multiple circumstances that caused the lag. The compression was...
Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
03-21-2015, 12:49 AM
Replies: 5
[For Sale] Spohn cross member
Views: 895
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: Spohn cross member

I'm off Monday, I'll box it up and see what it will cost to ship and get back to ya
Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
03-18-2015, 05:40 PM
Replies: 5
[For Sale] Spohn cross member
Views: 895
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Spohn cross member

Used this cross member with my ls/t56 combo for a year before going with a different one. I have no use for it and its been sitting in the garage all winter. I'll take $50 plus shipping.

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Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
03-14-2015, 01:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 783
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: SDP LS7 Clutch & air to water intercooler

I'll take offers on the new air to water. Anyone with interest?
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-14-2015, 02:43 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Thanks! The weather is getting warmer. I sure will man!
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-14-2015, 02:02 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 49,505
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: 85 Z28 Turbo ls1/T56 build

Sorry for leaving the forums and not returning.. So many times you see people build these awesome projects and then the thread dies and you never hear another word of how things went or what they did...
Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
03-13-2015, 05:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 783
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: SDP LS7 Clutch & air to water intercooler

Clutch is sold guys! Thanks R13_Braz

Air to water still up for grabs.
Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
03-12-2015, 04:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 783
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: SDP LS7 Clutch & air to water intercooler

http://i62.tinypic.com/20ql7iw.jpg

http://i59.tinypic.com/28ksryc.jpg

few more pics
Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
03-12-2015, 04:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 783
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: SDP LS7 Clutch & air to water intercooler

Aluminum SFI flywheel with all arp mounting hardware.
Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
03-12-2015, 02:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 783
Posted By coolmarocrzy

SDP LS7 Clutch & air to water intercooler

In the process of changing my setup. Have a few parts I won't be needing. The clutch is used and was purchased new from Scoggin Dickey parts in 2011. It has about 3500 miles of use and never saw a...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-26-2015, 01:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,243
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: K-member Selection

Anyone have ideas for us 1% that want low ac to accommodate our up and forward tt headers? This anti spohn talk makes me want to just notch my stocker and call it a day
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-12-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,629
Posted By coolmarocrzy

Re: May COTM ** Winner **

Great car!! Congrats man, it looks, sounds, and performs amazingly.
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