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Forum: LTX and LSX
09-08-2020, 01:42 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 9,375
Posted By Warnd

Re: Finally made it to the LSX forum!

Great update! Love the wheel and hood choices that you made. 100 bucks for that set of wheels is an awesome steal too! Hard to beat that. This thing is going to look real slick once its painted. ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-05-2020, 01:45 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 12,214
Posted By Warnd

Re: 87 GTA/LS1 Swap - Now with (less?) questionable decisions

Nice progress on that K member....looks good as new.
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-05-2020, 10:28 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Lol yeah it was definitely a very defeating moment for me t/adreams. Even worse that I thought it was maybe something that I did wrong. I spent a year defeated, thinking of all the possible ways I...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-04-2020, 08:04 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Hahaha, honestly I looked long and hard at your engine for sale, and your reputation gives me enough faith in the engine, but we decided since I have no experience building engines and my dad has...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-01-2020, 07:50 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Well, unfortunately I still have not heard much progress from the machine shop about the Lq4 block I dropped off. As of the end of last week the block and the heads were going into the hot tank to be...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-01-2020, 07:17 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 12,214
Posted By Warnd

Re: 87 GTA/LS1 Swap - Now with (less?) questionable decisions

Awesome man! In a similar boat myself right now where the project was put away for a long time and I am getting a second go at it. Very excited to see some pictures and get some progress...
Forum: Body
05-18-2020, 05:00 PM
Replies: 238
Views: 72,825
Posted By Warnd

Re: 1987 IROC- Z Restoration (Start to Finish)

Amazing work. I feel lucky to have found this thread with it being so close to completion lol. Can't wait to see it done!
Forum: Body
05-18-2020, 01:00 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,650
Posted By Warnd

Re: DIY full car vinyl wrap *Update* Trunk/Spoiler treatment

Very cool! Always wanted to wrap my car. Its just such a cool concept considering the cost of a decent paint job. I know for a fact it will be a pain in the *** for me, but I think im willing to...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-18-2020, 12:41 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

As of right now I am going with the 317 heads, but the machine shop did recommend the 243 heads as well. I will take a poke around ls1tech and see if anyone has a good set up for sale. Was planning...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-13-2020, 09:49 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Plan on using new pistons depending on what kind of hone or boring the engine block needs. When I took it to the machine shop, his brief inspection of the pistons told him that the engine was...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-12-2020, 01:50 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Well, it has been quite some time since updating this. Last I left you guys, I had fired up the engine and got it running......

Until I found out that the engine was a complete POS...ran solid...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
06-08-2017, 07:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,791
Posted By Warnd

18x9.5 Vette Wheels all four corners

Good morning Thirdgen,

I have been searching around a lot lately getting ready to purchase new wheels and tires for my newly ls1 swapped 1992 z28 project. After going back and forth about...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-30-2017, 07:48 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Awesome thanks for the help! For now I am just going to route that vacuum line to the manifold because I do not have the vacuum ball or anything else that goes along with it lol. I will have to...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-30-2017, 07:01 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

As always Qwktrip you come in with the useful information and save my *** when im in trouble haha. I should have done some more research before I posted this, because I stumbled upon basically the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-29-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Thanks for the reply, yeah im not sure what that wire is for either, but the engine runs so it must not be too important right now.

Abubaca,

I think those are the vacuum lines for the hvac...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-29-2017, 07:07 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Ok, so no update on here in a while, but I have been working on the car since the last post. Trying to button up all of the loose ends before I take it to get inspected. Over the past few weeks I...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-06-2017, 01:17 PM
Replies: 816
Views: 136,423
Posted By Warnd

Re: My 1986 Z-28 build thread *PIC HEAVY*

Not too sure how I missed this build after so many years, but I just stayed up late last night and read through the whole thing in one shot. All I can say is wow. Such an impressive build. Your...
Forum: Interior
05-05-2017, 12:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,308
Posted By Warnd

Re: Stupid Rear Hatch Pull down 1992 Camaro

Thank you for the reply and the information Abubaca, I really do appreciate it. I know exactly what you mean when you say to look at the wiring diagrams. That is what I did to understand the wiring...
Forum: Interior
05-05-2017, 09:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,308
Posted By Warnd

Stupid Rear Hatch Pull down 1992 Camaro

Hey whats up thirdgen,

I have been researching this problem of the rear hatch motor not doing anything on this website for a few days, and it seems that most of the information that I have found...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-03-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 455
Posted By Warnd

Re: 82 Camaro 383/T56 Build. Finally

Awesome! I really like that color, not something you see often. Also good score on the parts car. It looks like there might be other nice parts to be had off that car as well. What kind of brakes?
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-29-2017, 04:40 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,188
Posted By Warnd

Re: '84 anniversary Trans Am 5.3L LC9 swap

Exciting moment for sure when it first starts! I just reached that milestone on my build and it definitely gave me the extra push of motivation to get everything wrapped up. Look forward to seeing...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-05-2017, 09:09 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Honestly, I do not know anything about the LS3, but if I had the chance to do this all over again I probably would have gone down that road. A lot of my friends are telling me that the stock LS1...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-31-2017, 06:59 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Thanks! Believe me I know the feeling. You can see how long it has taken me to get to this point haha. Its embarrassing that it has taken this long, but life just has a way of changing your plans...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-30-2017, 07:19 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

https://youtu.be/WDitQBEdAFg

Finally got this thing started!!! I cant even begin to tell you guys how happy it makes me to hear this thing run lol.

Ended up being a really stupid mistake on my...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-03-2017, 11:38 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,790
Posted By Warnd

Re: Tax return time..whats your money being spent on?

Wow thanks for that link! I think I am going to pull the trigger on that radiator hose set up. I was never too keen on some of the solutions that are used around here. My hoses could be set up...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-01-2017, 10:37 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,790
Posted By Warnd

Re: Tax return time..whats your money being spent on?

haha this is a cool thread, I always spend my tax return on car parts:lmao:

Sounds like you have some pretty solid plans.

I just bought HP Tuners pro and I also plan on hitting up...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-01-2017, 09:00 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,188
Posted By Warnd

Re: '84 anniversary Trans Am 5.3L LC9 swap

nice work so far! I feel the same way about the wiring. It was really intimidating at first, and I had to ask a ton of questions and read a bunch of threads, but once you understand whats going on...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-27-2017, 08:24 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Yeah I agree I might be getting ahead of myself, but I still think that something is not quite right besides that.

The o2 sensors are the only things not hooked up right now because I need to take...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-27-2017, 04:40 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Thank you for the advice, I confirmed it was the starter relay by doing just what you said. I pulled the relay, car doesn't start or crank. Once I knew it was the starter relay, I jumped the two...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-26-2017, 08:11 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Sorry if I am a little dense, but I just want to make sure I have the right connector here. Does this connector come apart? It doesnt look like the other ones I have seen people post in the past,...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-26-2017, 02:22 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

The more I think about it, the more I am thinking that it might not be a PASSkey issue. The car is cranking and even getting enough juice to start for a second or 2, so im not sure that bypassing...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-26-2017, 01:26 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Thanks for replying QwkTrip. I have since moved the steam tube line and plan to use the fitting that puts it in the upper radiator hose.

Did you get a chance to watch the start up video? Trying...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-25-2017, 01:32 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Well its so FREAKING close to running! It does everything like it wants to start up, and it kinda does and runs for a second or two, but not well. I took a quick video to see if you guys could help...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-25-2017, 01:24 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

No problem on the tip...if it wasn't for this forum and all the help/tips I have already been given...this project wouldnt even be a thing! Happy to pay it forward!
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-24-2017, 09:07 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Damn, I had a feeling that was a bad idea. You wouldn't happen to have pics of this would you? Unfortunately, I am looking for a quick fix to get this started tomorrow, and everything is all put...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-24-2017, 08:25 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Can I use that port anyway since I wont be using a transmission cooler with the t-56? Do I have another temporary solution with the steam vent line until I can get the jagsthatrun T? I just want to...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-24-2017, 08:02 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

So I have been working on the car a lot lately, and I am at the point where I am ready to fire it up, but I have a few last minute questions I was wondering if I could get some help with before I try...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-04-2016, 09:20 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Just for fun I thought Id share some of the work I did on the garage before moving the camaro...this is what it looked like when we moved in:

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There was a crappy built in loft and 30...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-04-2016, 09:02 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Ok so a little bit of an update to share with you guys. I finally managed to get over a point in the build that was holding up my progress for a while. I was having an absolute bitch of a time...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-04-2016, 08:46 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Just got done reading through the updates on your thread. Your car is so awesome and im jealous lol...looking forward to seeing how it performs with the new upgrades! I wish my paint looked like...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-23-2016, 01:47 PM
Replies: 569
Views: 71,479
Posted By Warnd

Re: Project Procrastination '91Z LS1/T56/currie 9" w/PICS

Wow! I am blown away by those pictures...you are doing an awesome job! Particularly impressed by the stripes and the overall quality of the paint. Really great job. I have been following this one...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-23-2016, 07:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,130
Posted By Warnd

Re: 9 inch rear install help

Thanks for all the help so far guys! I am going to take another stab at it over the holiday weekend to see how everything lines up.

Part of the problem is that this is not an aftermarket 9 in...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-21-2016, 09:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,130
Posted By Warnd

Re: 9 inch rear install help

Hey Qwk,

I have been using the stock torque arm that came with my camaro and I believe that was what the previous owner was using as well. The 9 inch that I have was adapted to work with our cars...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-20-2016, 09:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,130
Posted By Warnd

9 inch rear install help

Hey guys,

Ive been working on my ls1/t56 project for quite some time now, and the last bump in the road that stalled my project was trying to install this 9 inch rear end. I was having a hell of...
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-18-2016, 10:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,517
Posted By Warnd

Re: New help for cheap turbo LSx builds

I dont have much to add to this conversation, but I just wanted to chime in to say this was a hilarious exchange :lmao::lmao:

People who cant take legitimate criticisms from people who know what...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-06-2016, 12:57 PM
Replies: 567
Views: 73,691
Posted By Warnd

Re: BADNBLK's 91 Z28 LS1 swap... Engine + much more :)

That engine bay came out flawless! Very impressed with everything on your car so far. Looks like this was built by a professional shop or something. Cant wait to see the final product when it is...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-02-2016, 10:52 AM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 333,983
Posted By Warnd

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

Wow talk about awesome service and a stand up guy! I feel like people are more and more hesitant to answer any questions or even spend time talk with you now a days. Refreshing to hear that people...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-28-2016, 02:40 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 333,983
Posted By Warnd

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

Awesome news about the starter! Really happy everything is working out for you. Im sure you will have to iron out small details but it must be satisfying to be done. I hope to be in your shoes...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-27-2016, 12:54 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 60,407
Posted By Warnd

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

Hollllllllllllly crap I can't believe it has almost been 2 years since the last time that I looked at this car! That is incredibly depressing haha.

I am sure you guys know how the story goes... ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-14-2016, 08:30 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 20,349
Posted By Warnd

Re: 1991 Formula Build. PIC HEAVY!

Nice progress! Getting me motivated to get back to work on my project. It is always a nice treat when pops is around to help turn a wrench or give some advice about how to do things properly. Wish...
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