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Forum: Engine Swap
04-23-2024, 11:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 200
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: LT1 gen v to 3rd gen

There is at least one other guy on here who has done a Gen V swap; I remember he said that it uses the same swap mounts as Gen 3/4 engines but the actual block mounting surfaces are slightly wider,...
Forum: Cooling
04-11-2024, 06:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 107
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Pressure switch o-ring

It goes on the valvestem. Be sure to lube it up well with PAG oil, or else it can get pinched.
Forum: Cooling
04-06-2024, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 301
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: heating pipes

THIS, right here. I was wondering if anyone had fabbed some up out of copper pipe.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-03-2024, 10:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 347
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 700r4 plans

I really think that the 4L60 would be a much better choice behind an LS engine.
There are conversion torque converters to work with the long crank 6.0s.
Forum: Cooling
03-10-2024, 11:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 847
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: GM R12 AC system rebuild

Are you planning to charge this thing with R134 or R152?

I just did a full AC system on a G20 van a few months ago, and I used R134 and a Ford .067 orifice. It got really cold.
Forum: TPI
03-10-2024, 11:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 221
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Significant leak down and hard starting

No, not unless it is leaking.
Forum: Body
02-24-2024, 11:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 396
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Camaro to trans am conversion

Ah, yes, the old "Trans-maro" build!

You can definitely do it, but it's a lot of work. Usually, it is done when someone has an accident in their Firebird, and they install a Camaro front clip, or...
Forum: Body
01-11-2024, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 203
Posted By dixiebandit69

Windshield wipers binding

I removed my windshield wiper motor and linkage to paint the engine bay and cowl area on my '89 'Bird, and now that I have reinstalled the parts, the wipers don't work.

The motor turns on, but the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-06-2024, 07:52 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 16,974
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 4.8 swap with factory truck A/C

I finally got the exhaust hooked up; I ended up ditching all of the tubing I had made, since even the passenger side was hanging too low and hitting dips/ bumps.
In retrospect, it was a huge waste...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-24-2023, 06:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,581
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 4 Speed Swap

Then tell him via PM, don't bump an old thread that he's probably never going to see.
Forum: Engine Swap
12-12-2023, 06:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 285
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 1 OR 2 PIECE MAIN SEAL?

What side is the dipstick on?

Left: two piece
Right: one piece
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-09-2023, 12:40 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 16,974
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 4.8 swap with factory truck A/C

Hey guys, I'm not dead! I finally got this thing running! I had to take a bit of a break on the build; shortly after my last post, I hydrolocked the engine on my daily driver. So I got a spare...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-16-2023, 06:12 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 68,296
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 4.8 vortec LR4

How's it goin' bot? Are you from Russia or China?
Forum: TBI
10-18-2023, 06:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,496
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Headers on a 305 TBI

My advice is to not bump threads that are old enough to go to a bar and buy themselves a beer...
Forum: Cooling
09-29-2023, 11:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 560
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Custom Rad Hoses: Who Does What?

This.

1) Go to parts store, and buy a 1.5" aluminum heat-riser tube.

2) Stretch/ bend it to fit the area that you need

3) take it to the back room of the parts store, and find the hose that...
Forum: Cooling
09-26-2023, 06:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 560
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Custom Rad Hoses: Who Does What?

There was a guy on crownvic.net that wanted to eliminate his oil cooler , so he got a piece of 1.5" aluminum, 18" long, and he rolled a bead onto the ends with some special pliers he had.

I don't...
Forum: Electronics
08-28-2023, 12:41 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 73,005
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Tech: How to bypass VATS

Guys, I've got a serious question:

I have an '89 Firebird with the dashboard taken out. Is there any good reason to NOT gut-out all of the VATS wiring? It's just taking up space at this point.
...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-10-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 319
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: H02's

Whether or not it's "possible," I'd use two O2s.

I always thought it was a colossally stupid idea for GM to put the 02 sensor on ONE bank, and not the Y-pipe. You could have a really bad intake...
Forum: TBI
08-05-2023, 12:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 717
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: TBI with a big cam and all the goodies.

My '92 Camaro had steel Comp Roller 1.6s when I bought it. I currently have them on my '89 Formula with 305 Vortec heads.

What are you going to do about tuning?
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-03-2023, 06:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 813
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Gen5 LTx swap looking for mount options

Why do you want to use an 8L90? I have it on good authority that those things are hot dog-sh*t.

Wouldn't a 6LXX be cheaper?
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-20-2023, 07:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 685
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 2.8 (LB8) to LS

QwkTrip's build thread is a GOLDMINE of information, definitely read it.

I also started with a V6 Bird, but I went with a lower budget than him. Like QwkTrip said, ask questions here....
Forum: Electronics
06-15-2023, 05:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,894
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: the dreaded power window problem

As I understand it, it's a faster/ stronger motor. There's a 12 tooth Beretta motor (that we use), and a 9 tooth 'Vette motor.
Forum: Electronics
06-14-2023, 07:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,894
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: the dreaded power window problem

Everything vorteciroc said is dead-on.

With that said, has anyone on here tried upgrading the window motor, as mentioned in this thread?...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-24-2023, 06:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 526
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Help choosing rocker arms

If you're not going to change the ratio, there's really no point in changing the rocker arms.
The amount of power freed by roller rockers is negligible.

If you just HAVE to change the rockers,...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-14-2023, 04:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,807
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: S10 2.5L 4 Cylinder Swapped Into V6 Camaro

Just so everyone knows, that website is now a swingers' hookup website... Or maybe it always was, and the original poster was just trying to clue-in like minded individuals... I'm not judging anyone....
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-13-2023, 07:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 563
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Whats a good water pump?

OE style is just fine. Buy a new Delco water pump and call it a day.

Yes, weep hole is obscured by the pulley on most engines these days.
Forum: Cooling
05-03-2023, 11:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,045
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: What Are These Two Small Fans Running Constantly

Lower temperature thermostat will not do anything if the fans aren't moving air through the radiator. I used the (now discontinued) 176 degree Hypertech fan switch with a 180 degree thermostat. My...
Forum: Cooling
04-29-2023, 01:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,045
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: What Are These Two Small Fans Running Constantly

GM made these engines run hot for emissions reasons, not for performance or longevity. You would do well to get your temperatures down to the 190-210 range. What do your fan(s) look like? Are they...
Forum: TBI
04-23-2023, 12:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 835
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Big Intank Pumps

I have used the Vortec ('96-'98 Chevy Silverado) pump on a few cars, including my own with zero problems. But if you want to make BIG power, then you should probably get something with a higher flow...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-28-2023, 04:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 557
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 00-02 manifolds with cats and 4L60E

It's definitely been done before; look up "emissions legal LS swap," and you should find a few threads.

Just ditching the cats and running headers will definitely be less headache, though.

In...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-13-2023, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 642
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: LS swap into a Berlinetta

You will find that most of the guys on this board are not fans of the readily available "swap harnesses" on the market, instead opting to modify our own. There are some REALLY good threads about this...
Forum: Fabrication
01-15-2023, 01:32 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,125
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: DSE Fuel Pump Trap Door

Wait, what? In what situation would you EVER weld a tank with fuel in it?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-11-2022, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 738
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Solid Rubber Trans Mount - 700R4?

You can drive for a surprisingly long time with a failed transmission mount and not even know it: back when I had my first F-Body ('92 RS/ T5), I noticed that sometimes at lower speeds the...
Forum: TBI
11-29-2022, 12:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,229
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 1991 Firebird 5.0 TBI Wants to start, but just can't

Nice car. I would check the ignition control module inside the distributor; most auto parts stores have a testing stand to check those.

Your problem sounds just like what happened to my '90 TBI...
Forum: TBI
11-24-2022, 12:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 683
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: '89 TBI heater hose routing?

Are you planning to reuse the heater control valve?
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-18-2022, 05:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 853
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 90 RS-Z 5.3T build

First of all, get rid of the damn Sniper. I'd let you know my true opinion of it, but I'd probably get banned for violating community standards.

Get rid of the 317 heads and get some 243/ 799...
Forum: Cooling
10-09-2022, 01:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 629
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Water Pump bad?

I'm guessing either cheap/ bad pump, or bad gasket.

HAVE YOU PRESSURE-TESTED THE COOLING SYSTEM?

That will tell you really quickly if you have a coolant leak, and where it is coming from.
...
Forum: Cooling
10-08-2022, 03:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 343
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Heater core foam

I'm pretty sure that those were supposed to go on the sides of the heater core to help seal it up, but too late now.

They definitely ARE NOT for the control panel.
Forum: Cooling
10-08-2022, 03:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 859
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: LS1 Fan Swap (Fail)

Do you mean to tell me that you are regularly letting your engine get that hot?!

Here's a pro-tip: Shut it down before it gets to 240. It sounds like you may have already blown a head gasket or...
Forum: Cooling
10-08-2022, 03:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 629
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Water Pump bad?

Which engine? Whichever it is, you ARE NOT looking at the weep hole.
The weep hole will be on the bottom of the pump, near the input shaft.
Depending on the engine, you may not be able to see it...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-27-2022, 06:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 287
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 88 gta driveshaft

I cannot personally attest that YOUR car came with an aluminum driveshaft, but a select few 3rd gens came with an aluminum shaft that is supposed to be stronger than the LS1 shaft; on of the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-26-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,666
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Judge this gear pattern.

Thanks for the input! The original pinion shim was .035", and that yielded a pattern that was too high on the tooth.
Here it is, with .005" backlash:

...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-24-2022, 02:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,666
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Judge this gear pattern.

Yup, sure is.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-23-2022, 06:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,666
Posted By dixiebandit69

Judge this gear pattern.

I installed some 3.73 5-cut gears, and I want a judgement on these patterns.
This is with .006" backlash.

...
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-20-2022, 07:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 451
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: I need a measurement from k member to a truck balancer if anyone has it handy

I did not take any measurements, but I did take pictures in my build thread; they're some of the first ones on the page, and you shouldn't have any problems with clearance with the truck balancer.
...
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-20-2022, 06:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 327
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: How to replace Rear Main Seal plate in car for LS1 swap?

Step one: Remove transmission.

Step two: Replace seal and/ or seal housing gasket (just do them both at the same time).

AND IT'S JUST THAT EASY!!! (Read this in Billy Mays' voice. RIP)

It's...
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-19-2022, 06:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 853
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Harness delete

Ford Blue... Nice touch.

Anyway, the first thing I'd do is figure out which components you AREN'T going to use (injectors, rear O2 sensors, etc.), mark them, then strip off the wire loom and take...
Forum: TBI
09-19-2022, 06:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 357
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 91 camaro 305 TBI wont start unless I press the pedal a little. Also has a code 3

I'm really curious to see what his Throttle Position Sensor numbers look like.
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-14-2022, 06:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 571
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: Fuel lines, Tank, and pump upgrades

Those of us who have done it recommend reusing your factory fuel lines unless they are leaking or damaged.

That AN hose has a lifespan, doesn't fit as well, and looks tacky*.

What are you going...
Forum: TBI
09-13-2022, 06:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 501
Posted By dixiebandit69

Re: 305 to 350 swap

If you've got ridges, the bores aren't perfectly round anymore/ you've got taper.

Can you use standard sized pistons/ re-ring it? Yes.

Is this the best thing to do, since you've already got it...
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