TomM's - LSA Powered - 66 Nova Coupe...

[TomM]

Time to start a build thread for my latest endeavor...... my 66 Nova Coupe..


Going to take this...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/1232011249_zps40d64389.jpg


Take this out...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20140927_131724_zps9aa4b429.jpg


And put this...(less the 6L90)..

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150824_183925_zps4hu9kwtg.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150719_100609_zpsjvn2rhjf.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150719_100634_zpsgwjowf4e.jpg


This...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150824_184148_zps2fu9hwxj.jpg

And this in...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20140704_153113_zpsor0yuor9.jpg

Plus a whole bunch of other Church Boys Racing goodness......

Should be a learning curve to try to cram this puppy under the hood....To say this is going to be a handful is an understatement.....


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[Ummgawa]

Hey Tom, cool build.

[TomM]

Hey Tom, cool build.

Check your private messages.

Thanks, it should be a challenge. Not a lot of room in these little Novas, but if my fuzzy math is correct, it should clear the hood by an inch or so....hopefully.

Message replied...

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[waynieZ]

Nice build, and hand full is an understatement. It's going to be a fun ride for sure.

[BanditDave]

Hey there,

Great build! We have similar problems so I will be annoying you as well!

http://i908.photobucket.com/albums/ac289/Bandit79403Dave/84%20Cutlass%20Drag%20Car/6DE6F42F-D44F-4017-9782-FA6861A52C65_zps2sndmoc4.jpg (http://s908.photobucket.com/user/Bandit79403Dave/media/84%20Cutlass%20Drag%20Car/6DE6F42F-D44F-4017-9782-FA6861A52C65_zps2sndmoc4.jpg.html)

I'll be stuffing an LSA blower on a 5.3L with adapters for my '84 Cutlass build. Starting with a lot less parts than you!

Best of luck with your build and will definitely be following along!

Dave

[kwhizz]

About Time !!!!...............


Ken

[TomM]

Great build! We have similar problems so I will be annoying you as well!

Dave

Fire away....I'll help when I can....

About Time !!!!...............


Ken

This is all your fault..........

T,

[NAPA 68]

Subscribed!

[cantcatchmitch]

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=40098
Hit me up if you need any help. Ours is just getting on the road now. The heat exchanger, pump, and coolant reservoir are a trick to fit and look good. Good luck.

[65_LS1_T56]

Here is Dan Fishers build. It is very clean and nicely done! Beautiful car.
http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=46903

[TomM]

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=40098
Hit me up if you need any help. Ours is just getting on the road now. The heat exchanger, pump, and coolant reservoir are a trick to fit and look good. Good luck.

Thanks, I might need some details on the hood latch you did. I think I will have enough room using the stock heat exchanger but who knows...

Here is Dan Fishers build. It is very clean and nicely done! Beautiful car.
http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=46903

Great...thanks for sharing the link..

T,

[TomM]

Got the 327 and power glide out.....

Overall the sheet metal is in good shape. Just needs a good de-greasing and cleaning...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150830_135840_zpskly05b5r.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150830_135859_zpskmkos47a.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150830_135847_zpsuldaur9e.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150830_135832_zps9pt2evys.jpg


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[Jay Hilliard]

awesome build. Looking forward to seeing the progress.

[TomM]

awesome build. Looking forward to seeing the progress.

Thanks, been waiting a while to do the swap. I think I have everything needed, should go smoothly...

T,

[TomM]

Time for a little update.....

Scrub-a-dub....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150903_132316_zpsuhhktmrl.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150903_132344_zpskmfbwbmc.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150903_132356_zpsynev2ofx.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150903_132419_zpsznlimrkx.jpg


Scrub up all done, time for deconstruction....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150904_135702_zpsklsslaws.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150904_135658_zpsn6oecuhf.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150904_135707_zpsvmrdxloq.jpg

And all done....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150906_142017_zpsyvthw7ng.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150906_142027_zps0ud8hogy.jpg

Next up...clean up, paint and reconstruction...

T,

[65_LS1_T56]

those floors!! Wow.

[TomM]

An update.....

Stripped the firewall and found some interesting hieroglyphics....LOL.

Number on the cowl matches the VIN sequence....and some assembly line markings...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150912_121151_zpsak6x3dqb.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150912_121142_zps4terjj8y.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150912_121124_zpsoxv7jzqp.jpg

Firewall and fender panels prepped ....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150912_150555_zpsyyj5vgok.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150915_171741_zpsiy3zwhpx.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150915_171733_zpsigwjnhcj.jpg

Amazes me as I peel back the layers, how solid it is and how long it has lasted...

T,

[Sieg]

Amazes me as I peel back the layers, how solid it is and how long it has lasted...

T,
Pretty amazing find in this day and age! :thumbsup:

[TomM]

Pretty amazing find in this day and age! :thumbsup:


Thanks, I'm pretty stoked about it. I was expecting some considerable hidden repairs....so far...so good....

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[Zoomin]

Beautiful floors!

What are you planning to do to keep that LS9 from twisting them up. :confused59:

Very cool build!

[TomM]

Beautiful floors!

What are you planning to do to keep that LS9 from twisting them up. :confused59:

Very cool build!

I have already installed sub frame connectors that I fabricated. I can jack it up in front of the rear wheel, and it will lift the front tire off the ground. I may look into some fender to core support ties of some kind....traction is going to be an issue....LOL

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[TomM]

Another update...

Firewall, Core support, fender panels, painted ready to go....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150919_104348_zpsmagu0y5k.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150919_104356_zpsb47jhx63.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150919_104402_zpszpzxdyip.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150919_104407_zpsgwxcqoot.jpg


Suspension porn.....


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150919_140352_zpsux4swrfa.jpg


Suspension porn installed......


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150920_152509_zpsuep6kc5b.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150920_152449_zpsvivnpvba.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150920_152501_zpswqqjq27k.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150920_152535_zpsg2kqvpbh.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150920_152525_zps6xdg8pyu.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150920_152516_zps8fx9mg2e.jpg


That's all for now.....

T,

[Zoomin]

Nice productive weekend, nice looking setup.

[Nine Ball]

Nice and clean engine bay!

[TomM]

Thanks guys...

Yeah, I was just drooling over your Camaro build.....

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[waynieZ]

Nice job it looks great.

[kevin_l]

Looks fresh and clean, what did you use for the semi black that sheen looks great.

[TomM]

Looks fresh and clean, what did you use for the semi black that sheen looks great.

Believe it or not it is rustoleum satin black. I bought a quart and reduced it 4:1, and added a little Valspar hardener.....I really like the sheen, and you can touch it up with a rattle can if you need to.....

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[TomM]

Mini update.....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150924_175002_zps4pldlmid.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20150924_175013_zpsyey2g2ad.jpg


......:D

T,

[waynieZ]

Nice !

[kevin_l]

Believe it or not it is rustoleum satin black. I bought a quart and reduced it 4:1, and added a little Valspar hardener.....I really like the sheen, and you can touch it up with a rattle can if you need to.....

T,

Really?... are you spraying over epoxy sealer?

[TomM]

Really?... are you spraying over epoxy sealer?

Not this time. I used rustoleum self etching primer. When I do a frame off on the car I will use epoxy, close up all the useless holes and smooth the firewall. Right now just going to get her running and driving and enjoy it for a while. Been two years since I had a hot rod to drive...gotta get my fix......LOL


T,

[Boss 5.0]

Very sweet car!

[TomM]

Small update....

Got the mini tubs roughed in, ran out of time, will fit and weld them in next weekend....


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151011_160118_zps7l1fg71o.jpg


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151011_160112_zpsezigusxa.jpg


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[waynieZ]

The hard part is done! Looking good.

[tubbed69]

Looking good Tom,love these cars:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[TomM]

Thanks guys, anxious to get her goin'....

T,

[TomM]

Small update...

Mini tub us done, just need to paint the wheel wells....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151025_153010_zpsrwiiuk9g.jpg


CBR 4-link is all welded in.....just need to finish cleaning the rest of the floor pan, and hang the rear end.....


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151025_145246_zps0zefy1bi.jpg


That is all for now....

T,

[waynieZ]

It looks good. Nice work.

[Che70velle]

Tub work looks nice!

[TomM]

4-Link and rear end installed....brake lines next...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151031_131705_zpszajojv5l.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151031_131711_zps5z2ljt3m.jpg


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[cjsgarage]

What did you use to paint the trunk? That looks real nice back there.

[TomM]

What did you use to paint the trunk? That looks real nice back there.

Thanks, I used rustoleum rust reformer. Wire brushed it real good and wiped it down first. Going to get a coat of Satin black before I hang the tank.

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[cjsgarage]

the rust reformer is that speckled stuff inside the trunk? or underneath? I meant the speckled stuff inside the trunk

[TomM]

the rust reformer is that speckled stuff inside the trunk? or underneath? I meant the speckled stuff inside the trunk

DOH...my bad, the stuff in the trunk is spatter paint from Rustoleum. Autozone or O Reilly carry it......rust reformer is underneath.....

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[TomM]

Brakes done....

Fronts...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151107_145715_zpsdiinufyv.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151107_145730_zps7hwnpzpj.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151107_145705_zpswvyiseyd.jpg

Rear...may redo these, now that I look at it, not sure I like them up that high

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151107_124934_zpsoeo8jnve.jpg

Had to get that done to get the motor in. I was relieved to see that the blower does not stick up above the hood line. So if anybody asks, yes, a LSA engine will fit....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151108_150204_zps9znofbvt.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151108_145341_zpswkvjlnjl.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151108_150211_zps50cip0pt.jpg

Set the engine forward 1" again. Good thing I did, might have had a clearance issue on the driver's side at the firewall and the wiper motor...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151108_150230_zpsgz6ipmyc.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151108_150225_zpssufvtsax.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151108_150217_zpseg7bhtz5.jpg


That's all for now...

T,

[waynieZ]

That sure looks sweet in there! Feels good doesn't it??

[TomM]

That sure looks sweet in there! Feels good doesn't it??

Yes sir it does, quite a journey to get to this point. Had to stand back and look at it for a bit.....now it is starting to get fun...


T,

[TomM]

So, I installed the Lokar kit for a column shift. All went as planned, plenty of clearance and got the selector dialed in at the transmission where the range of travel is correct. If you move it too far back the stroke is too short on the column selector, too far forward and the stroke is too long and won't let you select all the gears. About in the middle is just right...

I did notch the frame support to clear the bolt, but don't think it was needed since I set the engine forward 1". Clears the headers, gets all gears and feels factory...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151115_100507_zpsckxsmp7b.jpg


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151115_100442_zpsjjo753ar.jpg


Next up was the compressor install. I used the Alan grove bracket for a Corvette. Part number 144R A.C. They say it may not work for the LSA, but it does........

A few items of note....

I did move the engine forward as I have said numerous times, probably solely for this reason. The engine frame stand needs to have a hole drilled in it to keep one of the rear compressor bolts from hitting. I used a Sanden 508 compressor, but I understand that the Sanden 708 is almost .25" shorter, so it "might" not hit. I have decided to switch to the Sanden SD7 as it is shorter all the way around. The compressor front ear to pulley distance is less than 1/4" difference, so belt alignment won't be an issue.

Also, I will rework the bracket to allow access to the compressor fittings, as the current configuration won't let that happen. In addition, the #8 fitting on the compressor is very close. Vintage Air makes a "tight fit" fitting, but it might not clear. Too many "might's" for me, so I am switching compressors. Having said all that, the reason it worked on past builds is the accessories were f-body style which is over an inch forward of the Corvette/ CTS accessories drives...

If you will notice in the picture, the supplied tensioner clears the CBR rack just fine...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151114_112801_zps3ll5zdq9.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151114_112749_zpscpt5r8yz.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151114_112727_zpsdrqwwvrd.jpg

That is all for now.

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[WSSix]

You're doing good work, Tom. I think I would redo those rear brake lines, too. I'd be worried about hitting the exhaust under compression. I like your use of bulkhead fittings on the lines. Gives it a very clean appearance. Good luck!

[TomM]

Updates.....

Got the harness installed from BP Automotive....also Corvette gas pedal....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151129_093556_zpslti3nvpm.jpg


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151129_092901_zpsr6fcjsfu.jpg


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151129_092851_zpsqz4plzj8.jpg


Reworked the brake lines. Mounted the Rick's Vaporworxs tank with the ZL1 fuel module...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151129_093301_zpsc86auu3y.jpg


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151122_121710_zpstk2u9nst.jpg


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151129_093310_zpssrvivyjr.jpg


Transmission cooler mounted...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151129_093240_zpspo3h2xog.jpg

Engine grounds and misc. wiring...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151129_093417_zpsc2onomil.jpg


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151129_093147_zpspw5nfatr.jpg


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151129_093342_zpsifp7hijq.jpg

Got this neat fitting from Turn1. Solves the power steering issue however, the fitting was for the Toyoda (yes with a D) style pump commonly found on the LS3 Corvette motors. A quick trip on the lathe corrected the issue of the barrel of the fitting being to large, and a hair too long...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151122_112527_zpsgypnsnn5.jpg


http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151122_122829_zpswdcst291.jpg


Finally, custom drive shaft from All American Drive shaft good to 1K horsepower....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151122_121730_zpscstzmugz.jpg


That is all for now....

T,

[TomM]

Got the exhaust all done. Had to cut the tailpipes and re work them, nothing too bad, mostly just re clocking the pipes to clear the 4-link...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151212_154339_zpsfkj3poa6.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151212_154350_zpscj8yanzd.jpg


Plenty of room over the axle, 4 link bars and brake lines. Nice clearance all the way around...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151212_154412_zpsgdjy6i5h.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151212_154424_zpsrsq4jbeo.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151212_154433_zpsqnggjuyn.jpg


So with the exhaust done and the underside of the car basically done, I moved to the front.

I have an Entropy dual pass radiator. I also have an inter cooler now, as well as the AC condenser. So I mocked it up and there was no way all three of those items are going to fit into the space. After doing quite a bit of research I landed on replacing the fans.

The existing fans are 3.75" deep. I found some Spal fans of about the same dimensions except 2.50" deep. Took a gamble and purchased two of them...well lo and behold, they work. I am able to move the radiator back, fit the inter cooler and then the condenser. I may have to notch the hood latch a tad, but nowhere near the problem I had before...

Old fans...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151213_124218_zpsdorxmkio.jpg

New fans installed on radiator...notice the core support gap...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151213_124226_zpsgv5cxyil.jpg

Looks like the hoses will go right through no problem...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151213_124243_zpswaccpikc.jpg

Intake elbow clearance good...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151213_124251_zpsprygsegg.jpg

Pulley clearance good. If I ever have to replace the idler, the radiator will have to come out...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151213_124256_zpskyvsvpc9.jpg

Will start getting the inter cooler mocked up, pump and fill neck mounted and then start the plumbing......

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[69x22]

Looking nice! Everything is tight on a Chevy II.

[World War Z]

Got the exhaust all done. Had to cut the tailpipes and re work them, nothing too bad, mostly just re clocking the pipes to clear the 4-link...


Nice set-up Tom!

I'm running an LSA as well....the torque is life-altering!

[TomM]

Looking nice! Everything is tight on a Chevy II.

Thanks. Yep a 1/4" is a mile on these cars. I should take Ken's lead (KWhizz) and pick a bigger car next time....LOL



Nice set-up Tom!

I'm running an LSA as well....the torque is life-altering!

Thanks, yeah I read your thread on your Camaro....nasty looking beast.....I want one.... :)


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[Jay Hilliard]

Great job Tom. I may have missed it, but what 4 link setup did you go with?

[TomM]

Great job Tom. I may have missed it, but what 4 link setup did you go with?

Church Boy's Racing triangulated 4-link....

T,

[tubbed69]

Very nice work Tom,tight fit for sure in sure:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[TomM]

Got the inter cooler and the AC condenser mounted. Looks like everything will work fine. I started modifying the hood latch and its support. Not done with that yet ran out of time...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151220_131332_zpsgeaqphdw.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151220_131350_zpsx9fchezj.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151220_131404_zpsmmc2istd.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151220_140409_zpsx9qfzhid.jpg

T,

[TomM]

Got the inter cooler all plumbed in, just need to figure out some kind of hose clamps to hold them together....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151225_105324_zpszsyb50o7.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151225_105335_zpsknc3qctx.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151225_105346_zps2jebckbc.jpg

Also got the power steering cooler mounted and hoses connected. It should get enough air, but not really worried about it. This is more for additional fluid capacity, as the CTS reservoirs are small....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151227_125828_zps3ftpyaw3.jpg

Bumper mounted, plenty of clearance...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151227_130942_zps917clonf.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20151227_130953_zpsehcs6igt.jpg

That is all for now...

T,

[awr68]

Nice work! Everything looks great! Very nice install!

[TomM]

Nice work! Everything looks great! Very nice install!

Thanks....

T,

[TrevorG_FeslerB]

Very nice work mounting all of that in just right! Can't wait to see it all done!

[Juicypop]

Wow looks awesome brother!

[Terryd]

SWEEEEEET Tom!
Better get a pilot's license for this one, it's gonna fly!

[RedrumLs]

What suspension & brand did you use on your front end? Came out clean & looks good!
Thanks, Greg

[TomM]

SWEEEEEET Tom!
Better get a pilot's license for this one, it's gonna fly!

Thanks T.....

T,

What suspension & brand did you use on your front end? Came out clean & looks good!
Thanks, Greg

Church Boys Racing. Complete solution for the early Chevy 2's as well as a triangulated 4-link for the rear...

Thanks for the good words...


T,

[RedrumLs]

Thanks for the info.. Keep up the good work!
Greg

[markaaron80]

watching this. beautiful car

[waynieZ]

Tom I haven't been able to check in for a while Wow, Nice job!!

[TomM]

Thanks guys....

So I made a little head way...

Touched up the cowl panels with some premixed paint from O Reilly. Matches pretty good....got the rest of the sheet metal installed, starting to look like a car again...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160101_090957_zpsqwqn95w6.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160117_153848_zpsus3ry5tz.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160117_153841_zps6jhxz465.jpg

Also managed to get the catch can, PCV system, upper and lower radiator hoses done, and a few other items......

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160102_162934_zpsvvqbuftg.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160102_143603_zpstmrmtewx.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160117_153913_zpsccym5glb.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160102_163001_zpsskgjyxfy.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160117_153831_zpsideuoof3.jpg

And last but not least, the hood closes and has about an inch of clearance. Crappy picture, but it's there. So if anybody asks, yes it will fit...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160116_125813_zpscf1j8483.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160116_125800_zpsgx4mttnc.jpg


That's all for now, wiring starts next....

T,

[TomM]

Update.....wiring, wiring and more wiring.....

About 90% done really made a dent in it this weekend. Few loose ends to terminate and on to the next step. Anyway...on to the pics.


As it all started out...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160207_140917_zpsjmzdg7xa.jpg


Mid way through...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160215_125112_zpsrg8ggkuu.jpg

All but done....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160215_151907_zpsybueudm0.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160215_151947_zpsohdsnrvk.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160215_152009_zpsxm636s0i.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160215_152016_zpsvfpjdotn.jpg

Budnik Wheel, and DD gauges installed.....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160215_151929_zpstdbnhnik.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160215_125201_zpst4mggrdc.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160215_125152_zpsl4yg8zkm.jpg

That is all for now....

T,

[Jay Hilliard]

Cowl matches well and that LSA sitting in there looks awesome. Job well done Tom

[Che70velle]

Tom, the car is killer. Add some wings, and it will lift with no problem, meaning this car should FLY! Great job on the engine install!

[TomM]

Thanks guys.....I'm gettin' there...

T,

[kwhizz]

Freak'in Awsum !!!!!!!!!

[DKz Garage]

Awesome job!! This car will be a handful to drive (traction)!! I have an LSA that I'm planning to put in my 59 Belair can wait to get started....

[TomM]

Small update....this took most of the day to accomplish, particularly trying to find a suitable location to mount the PWM, drill a hole, miss the exhaust, solder connections....well...you get the idea...

PWM mounted and wired up...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160221_144411_001_zpsf1woslit.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160221_144520_zpsyawx2amu.jpg

Pressure sensor, tank wiring etc....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160221_150315_zpsq1fhxa2q.jpg

Wired up to battery but not connected yet....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160221_144510_zpsmpcnx4ge.jpg

Only about 5-6 more connections to go, then mount Vintage Air....

T,

[TomM]

All the vintage air is installed, ducts run, everything complete. I officially have no more room in my engine bay .....LOL...Getting down to starting on the punch list items.....on to the pics....

Vintage air installed....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160306_152942_zpst4cxyked.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160306_152926_zpsdaaw50b3.jpg

Under hood.....no more room....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160305_141942_zpsl2cvkrai.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160305_141950_zps93amnqo5.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160305_141956_zpsltpiuzmn.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160305_142003_zpssn3zc5gn.jpg


And well.....just because...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160306_153105_zpsoaj9ifga.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160306_153111_zpsezu5iqan.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160306_153056_zpsguur84fx.jpg


That is all for now....

T,

[glassman]

Very nice!!

Looks factory under the hood, and thats a compliment btw...

[98ssnova]

Love the dash and the fact that you stayed with the blue interior sweet!

[Zoomin]

Dayum, that's a lot of stuff, and spectacularly done. Very cool getting all the wound up in time for driving season.

[TomM]

Thanks guys...it's getting there...


T,

[clill]

Great build. You are going to love that engine.

[TomM]

Great build. You are going to love that engine.

Thanks, that's what everyone keeps saying......getting pretty pumped as I get closer.....


T,

[Rybar]

Very nice build, what length of time has it taken you from start until this point?

[slenning]

Great job Tom, going to be a blast to drive, and very soon!!

BTW what hoses did you use on the catch can etc. Thanks

[TomM]

Very nice build, what length of time has it taken you from start until this point?

Thanks, I started in August so right about 8 months. There have been a few weekends that I didn't do anything, as I had to work at my real job on those days....I was collecting parts for over a year....

Great job Tom, going to be a blast to drive, and very soon!!

BTW what hoses did you use on the catch can etc. Thanks

thanks, I used -6AN hose. The ends you can't see have a piece of shrink tube and hose clamp to hold them on the fittings, the other end is all -6AN fittings....

T,

[214Chevy]

Love the dash and the fact that you stayed with the blue interior sweet!

Yeah, that blue interior is pretty damn sweet...

[TomM]

Seats are mounted, but have been removed and sent to upholsterer for color matching...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160313_154716_zpsnzprand5.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160313_154734_zpsqbnt4he6.jpg


Retro Belt shoulder belts mounted...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160316_180921_zpsvfwsb1mr.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160316_180856_zpssaahdkwv.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160316_180847_zpsbckeqxgl.jpg


E-brake bracket fabricated and e-brakes mounted. Brake cable kit is from Wilwood....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160319_105628_zpsofeglvvl.jpg

Fabricated a dipstick mounting bracket off the hat...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160314_172955_zpspmiqlghv.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160314_173008_zpsjec3edoy.jpg

This weekend should be able to fill all fluids and light this puppy off....stand by for video later....


T,

[pro66tour]

Seats look outstanding, in an already clean and timeless interior.
Great work Tom - as always!

[TomM]

Seats look outstanding, in an already clean and timeless interior.
Great work Tom - as always!

Thanks....

T,

[Zoomin]

Hey Tom,

I'm in the process of trying to get my Wilwood parking brake cable hooked up as well. Have you got a picture from the opposite direction?

I assume you're using the stock parking brake pedal setup - I'd like to see how you hooked that up to the cable block since the threads are different pitch. Also, how the spring is hooked up on the far end.

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160319_105628_zpsofeglvvl.jpg

Thanks

[TomM]

Hey Tom,

I'm in the process of trying to get my Wilwood parking brake cable hooked up as well. Have you got a picture from the opposite direction?

I assume you're using the stock parking brake pedal setup - I'd like to see how you hooked that up to the cable block since the threads are different pitch. Also, how the spring is hooked up on the far end.

Thanks

Yes, I am using the stock e-brake setup...there is no pedal on a 1st/2nd gen. Nova. There is a handle under the dash that you pull out. The cable has a lead ball on the other end that hooks into a socket on the arm...The spring you see in the picture is the return spring for the cable...

What I did was drilled the threads out of the Wilwood brass block. I put a nut on both sides, so the block can slide along the length of the stock adjustment rod.....


T,

[Zoomin]

Doh! I shoulda thought of that. I appreciate all the pix and tips.

[DKz Garage]

Hey Tom....Thanks again for taking some time to chat about your Nova. Just curious...will you be using the engine cover on your LSA? ...... would it fit in there??

Awesome build...can't wait to start on my 67/LSA build.

Dave in Wisconsin

[65_LS1_T56]

Love the Nova build, such a super clean car to start with.

The seats, just curious, did they happen to come from Idaho?

They look familiar!
http://i1207.photobucket.com/albums/bb476/65_LS1_T56/65%20NH%20Malibu/Modified%20Parts/Trans%20Am%20Seats/photobucket-40548-1360061420891_zpse7fc148f.jpg (http://s1207.photobucket.com/user/65_LS1_T56/media/65%20NH%20Malibu/Modified%20Parts/Trans%20Am%20Seats/photobucket-40548-1360061420891_zpse7fc148f.jpg.html)

[TomM]

Hey Tom....Thanks again for taking some time to chat about your Nova. Just curious...will you be using the engine cover on your LSA? ...... would it fit in there??

Awesome build...can't wait to start on my 67/LSA build.

Dave in Wisconsin

Don't know if it would fit or not....did not plan to run one...don't want to cover up all that ugly mess....LOL

Great talking to you as well, give me a shout anytime...

Love the Nova build, such a super clean car to start with.

The seats, just curious, did they happen to come from Idaho?

They look familiar!

LOL....no they came from here in Houston, bought them about two years ago. Been sitting on my shelf since then....

Thanks for the good words...

T,

[JsTA]

Out of curiosity do you know what year Trans Am those seats came out of? Also are they stock covers black or grey?

[Josh@Ridetech]

Nice job. I love early Nova's! It should be fun to drive! :thumbsup:

[TomM]

Out of curiosity do you know what year Trans Am those seats came out of? Also are they stock covers black or grey?

2002 Trans Am. They are gray and covers are stock...

Nice job. I love early Nova's! It should be fun to drive! :thumbsup:

Thanks...


T,

[TomM]

Well, she's alive. No knocks leaks or otherwise bad actors....Tune is somewhat knackered but I'll get that sorted out this week..... :D

T1NdKkeIqWE


T,

[waynieZ]

The sweet sound of success ! Congrats Tom.

[kevin_l]

Very badass, great work!

[BanditDave]

Very motivating!!! Congrats buddy!

[TomM]

Thanks guys, glad she's finally running....

T,

[65_LS1_T56]

Awesome! Better order extra tires right now.

[Juicypop]

Awesome man!

[pro66tour]

THANK YOU TOM! CONGRATS :cheers:

[gofastwclass]

Excellent work, I love how factory everything looks.

What brand hoses did you use for the power steering? They look like black braided which fits what I'm trying to build better than typical stainless.

[Nine Ball]

Congrats on the start-up! Big achievement, always makes you feel proud.

Tony

[TomM]

Awesome man!

THANK YOU TOM! CONGRATS :cheers:


Thanks guys...

Excellent work, I love how factory everything looks.

What brand hoses did you use for the power steering? They look like black braided which fits what I'm trying to build better than typical stainless.

Thanks. Those are the return hoses from the cooler. They are -6AN starlite I believe. For the pressure hose, I had one made by a local hydraulic shop.

Congrats on the start-up! Big achievement, always makes you feel proud.

Tony

Thanks, maybe one day I'll get out your way an see that bitchin' Camaro you are building...

T,

[Josh@Ridetech]

It sounds great! Congrats on getting it running!

[TomM]

It sounds great! Congrats on getting it running!

Thanks. Sneaking up on the tune, running much better now, still a ways to go...

T,

[JsTA]

2002 Trans Am. They are gray and covers are stock...
T,

Dang I was hoping they were black. I bought my trans am with a messed up bottom cushion and cover but the rest of the leather is perfect. Finding those two pieces is proving to be impossible. If they were black I was gonna offer some money for at least the lower cover.:G-Dub:

[TomM]

Dang I was hoping they were black. I bought my trans am with a messed up bottom cushion and cover but the rest of the leather is perfect. Finding those two pieces is proving to be impossible. If they were black I was gonna offer some money for at least the lower cover.:G-Dub:

One lower cover was cracked, other had a puncture mark in it.....wouldn't have been much use....try ebay, I looked and saw some on there in black...

T,

[crestronwizard]

Very Nice! Always good to hear that sound. Are you using HP to tune?

[TomM]

Very Nice! Always good to hear that sound. Are you using HP to tune?

Yes HP Tuners....

Thanks,
T,

[gofastwclass]

Thanks. Those are the return hoses from the cooler. They are -6AN starlite I believe. For the pressure hose, I had one made by a local hydraulic shop.


Cool, that's what I needed to know.

Yes HP Tuners....

Thanks,
T,

I like that program but it has a LOT of features.

[TomM]

Got these back from the upholstery shop, they look much better than before... :yes:

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160407_184110_zpsfdqvqbue.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160407_184057_zpspjexoxhr.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160407_184043_zpshwpatius.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160316_180856_zpssaahdkwv.jpg


T,

[waynieZ]

They came out very nice! Interior looks great.

[gofastwclass]

Nice job at taking a fairly aggressively styled modern seat and making it fit an older vehicle well.

[TomM]

Thanks guys, pretty stoked about how they turned out....

T,

[RPitts]

Such a cool car! What is the weight on this? I have the same motor in a heavy ZL1 and that car is violent I can only imagine in something lighter with no traction control!

[TomM]

Such a cool car! What is the weight on this? I have the same motor in a heavy ZL1 and that car is violent I can only imagine in something lighter with no traction control!

Not sure, but have certified scales at work, I'll drive it out one day and weigh it. Should be right at 3,300......

Yes, it is extremely violent.......don't have enough tire on it to make a difference, but will soon....

I have the utmost respect for high horsepower cars, having driven a few. This thing definitely commands my respect and caution...

T,

[65_LS1_T56]

Got these back from the upholstery shop, they look much better than before... :yes:

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160407_184110_zpsfdqvqbue.jpg




Those turned out great!

[TomM]

Thanks......Like them so much, getting the backs done too....

T,

[TomM]

Better idle video, tune is all but done, just need to connect the wide band and do a few full throttle pulls....

T,

cBoJ_xoyxxs

[TomM]

Got the rear seats done. Also bought new arm rest bases and had the old arm rests recovered...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160511_172910_zpswgvfumsc.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160511_172901_zpsoumf7utj.jpg

And well.....just because...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160423_113008_zpscprttj06.jpg


T,

[Josh@Ridetech]

Looks great!

[Juicypop]

Got the rear seats done. Also bought new arm rest bases and had the old arm rests recovered...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160511_172910_zpswgvfumsc.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160511_172901_zpsoumf7utj.jpg

And well.....just because...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160423_113008_zpscprttj06.jpg


T,

Awesome build man. Love 66 Nova's and regret not buying one after looking at yours. Great car brother. I live in Highlands if you ever want to get together or roll with us on the power tour.

[Terryd]

One wicked ass ride Tom! You've definitely raised the bar.
You will definitely surprise some folks :waveflag:
TerryD

[TomM]

Awesome build man. Love 66 Nova's and regret not buying one after looking at yours. Great car brother. I live in Highlands if you ever want to get together or roll with us on the power tour.

Thanks. I'll be at Royal Purple for the one day HRPT event on June 12th. If you get out that way, PM me and I'll give you my cell number.

One wicked ass ride Tom! You've definitely raised the bar.
You will definitely surprise some folks :waveflag:
TerryD

Thanks T, this thing is a monster.

T,

[TomM]

Here are the pictures of the reason I did the mini tub....

Rims are 18 x 10 with a 7" backspace. Tires are Sumitomo 295 x 30 x 18. Could have probably done a 35 or 40 AR.....maybe will do that after these wear out...

There is about 1.25 fingers width between the tire and fender lip...

On the way to Discount....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160601_144717_zpsyatwvlrc.jpg

Mounted up ready for install....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160601_183540_zpssulqxjny.jpg

Before.....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160602_084335_zpsfarsmmd7.jpg

After....do these tires make my cars arse look fat....LOL

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160602_085944_zps01i0oein.jpg

Views from the side and quartering shot...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160602_090750_zpslm8xtgpj.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160602_091057_zpskdahac3p.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20160602_090740_zpscnb1bzcw.jpg

T,

[gofastwclass]

The new tires and wheels look just right.

Stealth from the side and meaty from the rear.

[waynieZ]

...do these tires make my cars arse look fat....LOL

NO they complement it, and I know I'm an Ares man!!

Very Nice Tom.

[TomM]

Thanks guys....

T,

[kwhizz]

So..........What is your opinion of driving the new car with the LSA over your old non supercharged Nova ?????

Ken

[TomM]

So..........What is your opinion of driving the new car with the LSA over your old non supercharged Nova ?????

Ken

Like you, I am officially spoiled......It is totally a different car. Even having driven other LS3 powered cars, this one is an animal. The power is instantaneous and the torque literally plants you in the seat even through the 2-3 shift.........me thinks I need more car......LOL

I will really have to watch this thing, it can certainly get away from me with the blink of an eye.....

Would I go supercharged again....yes..
Was it worth the hassle trying to fit everything under the hood of this little Nova....yes..
Would I pick a bigger car next time....yes......probably a 3rd gen Nova......


T,

[kwhizz]

Charley's influence for spending other peoples is spreading..........LOL.....

[64mali]

This is such a clean car and build. You did a great job keeping things clean and factory looking. I'm just as amazed at how clean it was before you started.

[TomM]

Thanks,

T,

[waynieZ]

.

Would I go supercharged again....yes..
Was it worth the hassle trying to fit everything under the hood of this little Nova....yes..
Would I pick a bigger car next time....yes......probably a 3rd gen Nova......


T,[/QUOTE]

As nice as 3rd gens are.....It won't be a pretty as this one!

[TomM]

So after driving and logging for a while, I was having several issues that needed sorting out. Maybe it was me overthinking things or whatever, but they were bugging me none the less. Won't go into all the details.

The main thing was high intake air temps....up around 160. Probably due to several things, inter cooler/lid too small, pump, reservoir too small, cramped engine compartment etc....

Sooo....I made several changes...the biggest one was installing a larger inter cooler system, changing to the ZL1 lid, and adding a larger reservoir....All those things apparently fixed the issue, as now my temps are down around 120 degrees, and I am not seeing as much timing getting pulled on the scanner...I'll call it a win and look into changing up the air intake to add a fresh air box under the fender later on.......enough blabbing, onto the pictures...

Larger inter cooler system. Stacked two coolers this time instead of one..

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20170415_121546_001_zps4ygw6ocw.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20170415_121553_zpsweedykx0.jpg


Larger reservoir.....and added ZL1 lid....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20170402_115128_zps7asnsy6a.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20170416_125534_zpskpxwefqh.jpg


And finally, ZL1 cover. The new lid fit with no issues, but the cover touched the hood ever so slightly. A little trimming on the ribs of the hood and we are good to go...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20170416_150504_zps5juoyknb.jpg

Almost forgot. Put 18's on the front as well....

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn59/tmtuma/Mist%20Blue%2066/20161026_173846_zpsesraavrg.jpg

Have almost 3k on it now, and everything appears to be working as planned...

T,

[DKz Garage]

Tom...... Awesome that you were able to get the "heat" thing sorted out. The car looks great..... I bet it is a handful to drive! :)

[TomM]

Tom...... Awesome that you were able to get the "heat" thing sorted out. The car looks great..... I bet it is a handful to drive! :)

Thanks, You sir will find out soon enough....LOL....yes, it is radical to say the least now that I am getting it all dialed in. Been tuning on the transmission and learning quite a bit about HP tuners. I have it now to where I can literally shift the trans with my foot at part throttle driving....WOT is a whole other universe..... :geezer:

T,

[kwhizz]

Freak'in Awsum !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[TomM]

Freak'in Awsum !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks Ken....you doing the Power Tour this year? If so are you taking the Nomad?

T,

[Stuart Adams]

Very cool ride. Congrats.

[Jr]

Very cool. What trans are you running?

[TomM]

Very cool ride. Congrats.

Thanks....

Very cool. What trans are you running?

4L60E with ALL billet guts.........hope it doesn't blow up, that would be an expensive mess.......LOL

T,

[Jr]

That would be an expensive mess. While cruising around, have you watched your trans temp? I like where you put your cooler, but I'm wondering how well it works in that location.

[TomM]

That would be an expensive mess. While cruising around, have you watched your trans temp? I like where you put your cooler, but I'm wondering how well it works in that location.

I had a plate cooler, but ran out of room with the inter coolers....I routed the trans lines into the radiator cooler. With the plate cooler temps hovered around 150-160 even when I was beating on it a little....now they are in the 190-200 range.....going to have to put the plate cooler back on and abandon the radiator cooler all together...

Engine runs about 185 all the time, so I am not cooling the trans fluid to my liking...

T,

[DKz Garage]

I can't wait....I think I'll follow your lead on the updated supercharger lid...GM is pretty proud of that piece for sure :) Also planning on running a "large" cooling system on the SC.


Thanks, You sir will find out soon enough....LOL....yes, it is radical to say the least now that I am getting it all dialed in. Been tuning on the transmission and learning quite a bit about HP tuners. I have it now to where I can literally shift the trans with my foot at part throttle driving....WOT is a whole other universe..... :geezer:

T,

[TomM]

I can't wait....I think I'll follow your lead on the updated supercharger lid...GM is pretty proud of that piece for sure :) Also planning on running a "large" cooling system on the SC.

Cheapest place I found the lid was through Jegs. Comes complete with bolts and sensors....eBay couldn't even beat the price...

T,

[nicks67ca]

Tom making me jealous......

Not enough room for an afco/ron davis heat exchanger?

[Jr]

Tom,
Is that the factory p.s. cooler?

[kwhizz]

Thanks Ken....you doing the Power Tour this year? If so are you taking the Nomad?

T,


No Power Tour this year..........Since Charley talked us into going on the Good-Guys Road Tour.......We lost interest in the Power Tour..........The GG Tour is way better.........The Nomad is ripped apart awaiting parts from a Vendor I bought stuff from ..........Let's just say I used bad Judgement in buying what I thought was a "Engineered" system...........Pretty $ad.......

[TomM]

Tom making me jealous......

Not enough room for an afco/ron davis heat exchanger?

Not without spending 5-600 for a custom one. I looked for a few weeks, finally settled on these....

Tom,
Is that the factory p.s. cooler?

No, it's a small cooler I bought from Jegs.....since the reservoirs are so small, I mainly wanted some more fluid capacity...

No Power Tour this year..........Since Charley talked us into going on the Good-Guys Road Tour.......We lost interest in the Power Tour..........The GG Tour is way better.........The Nomad is ripped apart awaiting parts from a Vendor I bought stuff from ..........Let's just say I used bad Judgement in buying what I thought was a "Engineered" system...........Pretty $ad.......

I'll have to look into that. I did the Cruisin' the Coast two years ago. Much better than the tour, not as much driving and over 7K hot rods..all in one place....
Sucks on the parts...wasn't good old CPP was it?

T,

[GregWeld]

Not without spending 5-600 for a custom one. I looked for a few weeks, finally settled on these....



No, it's a small cooler I bought from Jegs.....since the reservoirs are so small, I mainly wanted some more fluid capacity...



I'll have to look into that. I did the Cruisin' the Coast two years ago. Much better than the tour, not as much driving and over 7K hot rods..all in one place....
Sucks on the parts...wasn't good old CPP was it?

T,




The GoodGuys Hall of Fame tour is limited to 50 cars.... and the 50 cars from the following year - get first dibs on the next year. It's the best organized best run most fun tour ever. Try to get on it. There's a couple people on it that are sketchy - Lillard being one of them..... otherwise it's a pure hoot.

I think it starts at Dave Kindigs shop this year.

[clill]

Greg..you start at Kindig....the rest of us will start at Detroit Speed.

[GregWeld]

Greg..you start at Kindig....the rest of us will start at Detroit Speed.



See how that works -- they told YOU to start somewhere else.....






LOL


Yes -- I'm wrong. AGAIN.....