Keith's 65 Impala Upgrade

[kwhizz]

A little background on Keith and his car.........In June I took the Impala Convert and went to a car show in Union Grove........when I parked I was met by some friends and we talked for a 1/2 hour......I noticed a guy standing behind my car waiting for us to finish talking.......when they left he came over and asked me if I was Ken......LOL........Ended up that Keith followed every build that is posted on this site.....We had just finished Gary's car and he knew everything about the build and knew everything about the Impala Convert also........Holy Cow.......We talked about the transformation of Gary's car and how he was in Awe of the new drivetrain over the old Big Block.......We talked about the Yenko site for about a 1/2 hour..........Fast forward about two weeks and I got to a little car show in Milwaukee and end up parking next to Keith.....He had a 65 Impala wagon at the Union Grove show but brought his 65 Impala hardtop to this show.......We got to talking and he told me he would love to duplicate the drivetrain in Gary's car in this car........Due to some Physical Limitations he was unable to complete this process himself........
To make a long story short.......Some of his friends removed the old drivetrain and parts not required and I gave him a list of parts to order and the car showed up today with the parts.........So.....Put the Pop corn on as it will be an Honor to help Keith out.......

Here is the car arriving today.....

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[kwhizz]

In addition to the LS3 480 H.P. engine and 4L70E trans.......we will be adding A/C.......new aluminum radiator....Dakota Digital VHX Gauges.......Here's a shot of the new drivetrain...........

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New Holley 302-1 Pan installed

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Stay Tuned........

[Sonar Chief]

Ken, thanks for being a car guy and helping out others, love the story and the pics of course. Man you otta have this LS swap down to what .... 21 hrs!

Subscribed ....

Michael

[130fe]

Thats great of you Ken to help a fellow car guy out! Can't wait to see the build.

[SSLance]

Wow! What a beautiful blank canvas you have to start with there.

Good on you for helping a fellow car guy out.

[Sieg]

Good for you Kenny!

Car looks very clean, hopefully no surprises. :thumbsup:

[glassman]

Ken that is so kool of u, love this hobby and its people!! 👍🍻

[Jon69RagTop]

Very nice Ken, good luck and have fun.

[waynieZ]

Beautiful car, and its going to be a sweet runner when you guys are done. Nice deal Ken, every time I see a post from you your alway helping some one ( like me) out in some way. Kudos.

Hey you think its too late in my build for me to move out there ? lol
Keep the pictures and updates coming.

[kwhizz]

The gears started turning today......Decided to get the old heater assy out and start to get the new A/C unit installed......Had to pull the inner fender panel out and heaven forbid........I found Dust on the inner panel,.........Sheesh !!!........Had to stop and clean it before reassembly.......Got the old unit out and added a new switch to the controller along with new cables........Then I got the new unit bolted into place and decided it was time to come in from the heat and take a Nap !!!!

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[Zoomin]

Ken, thanks for being a car guy and helping out others, love the story and the pics of course. Man you otta have this LS swap down to what .... 21 hrs!

Subscribed ....

Michael

I was gonna be more generous and say it would be done by Saturday.

[kwhizz]

Today was fuel Tank day.............Got the Fuel level sender set to spec along with the fuel pump.....Got the fuel lines made......Vent lines in ........and got the wires hooked up then got the tank and fuel pressure regulator installed.......When the time comes I just need to run the fuel line up to the engine........Moving along

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[Sonar Chief]

Ken, question ... do you need to run a relay for the fuel pump or is it included with the GM fuse box? And did you run hard line or just braided line to the front, which brand do you use on all your LS swaps?

Thanks for all the knowledge, lookin great as usual,

Michael

[kwhizz]

The relay is already in the GM kit...One Wire Hook-up..............If the car has a good 3/8" steel line I will use it.......If not I use the -6 line as shown.......

Ken

[Sonar Chief]

The relay is already in the GM kit...One Wire Hook-up..............If the car has a good 3/8" steel line I will use it.......If not I use the -6 line as shown.......

Ken


Ken, thanks ... I just asked cuz I have a 3/8 fuel line but it just has a nipple on it for a slip on rubber hose w clamp. Guess I'll have to cut this off and prep it for a -6 line, yeah?

One wire hook up I likey ... thanks for the reply!

Michael

[NOVA]

Looking Good, who's Tank is that, Tank Inc's ? Thanks

[kwhizz]

Looking Good, who's Tank is that, Tank Inc's ? Thanks



Yes !!!!

[andrewb70]

Ken, thanks ... I just asked cuz I have a 3/8 fuel line but it just has a nipple on it for a slip on rubber hose w clamp. Guess I'll have to cut this off and prep it for a -6 line, yeah?

One wire hook up I likey ... thanks for the reply!

Michael

Hard-line to AN fittings:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=46hFmkTGGV8

Andrew

[TomM]

Is it running yet..... :underchair:


T,

[gofastwclass]

Is it running yet..... :underchair:


T,

Nice! Hahaha.

[kwhizz]

Still very Hot and Humid here.......Got the firewall plate for the A/C installed......Got to get some more insulation wrap to finish it off.........then I decided to get the dash out so I could take it into the house (A/C) and get the Dakota Digital gauges installed.......I'll leave the dash out till I finish all the internal A/C hook ups and get the Dakota Digital control modules wired and installed.......Working room......

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Sheesh.........Look at all the Dust........

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Don't worry Keith, I'll clean it...............LOL

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[Zoomin]

man, what a great starting point for a project!

[Sonar Chief]

I was thinking the same thing ... I'd take a little DUST over RUST any day :confused59:

[kwhizz]

Was in the Garage today for only about a 1/2 hour.........put a header on to see if the stock oil dipstick was going to work........Fits perfect... :bigthumbup:..........Then put the adaptor plates on that the "B" body cars need........should have the engine in Tuesday/ Wednesday....

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[kwhizz]

Getting closer........But........I found more "Dirt" !!!........Sheesh.......Does it ever end...In these "B" body LS swap's......the rear trans cross member needs to get moved back 2 1/4".....so.....I cut the frame mounts out and will re-weld them in position as required upon install..........Got the engine mounts installed and also the engine and transmission harnesses........Next......Get the drivetrain in the Car......Here are some Pic's

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The Radiator showed up also

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[Jon69RagTop]

I always enjoy checking in n the progress.

[QuickTrick]

Following. Can't wait to see more progress!

[kwhizz]

Moved a couple steps forward today........Got the trans cross member frame mounts cut off the frame and the frame cleaned up and ready for welding them in their new position.....and Dave and Gary stopped over to help get the engine in the car.........Got it in and installed the trans cross member , then got everything in position and Brent was there to weld the frame mounts in their new position......started to separate out all the wires and got the Headers installed........Moving along..........

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[waynieZ]

That Mac's lift plate works slick, I love mine. Did you guys bend up that frame mount part for the trans crossmember, nice job! Nice progress guys.

[kwhizz]

That Mac's lift plate works slick, I love mine. Did you guys bend up that frame mount part for the trans crossmember, nice job! Nice progress guys.


No......Those were the ones I cut off the frame........Just Glass Beaded them and re-welded.........

[GregWeld]

You are SUPER HUMAN!!! OMG!! Look at you go!

What a wonderful thing you're doing BTW!

See ya for GG Hall of Fame Tour buddy!

[kwhizz]

You are SUPER HUMAN!!! OMG!! Look at you go!

What a wonderful thing you're doing BTW!

See ya for GG Hall of Fame Tour buddy!




:woot:

[kwhizz]

The new Alternator showed up today.....so...I decided to get the accessory drive system installed today....Got the Alternator side finished.....started on the Compressor side and realized we didn't order the belt tensioner........Ordered one (Be here Monday).........so.....I decided to get the A/C condenser and Radiator installed.......Moving right along

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[kwhizz]

Had a little spare time today.........Got the Starter in........got the Fuel line installed up to the fuel filter on the firewall (one fitting short of finishing of course).......and believe it or not .....the Tensioner assy for the belt drive I ordered from Amazon was delivered today (Sunday).......So...I put it on and installed the compressor.....Just need to get the proper belt.......A little bit every day

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[waynieZ]

No......Those were the ones I cut off the frame........Just Glass Beaded them and re-welded.........

They cleaned up nice. You guys are doing some great work on this, nice and neat.

[kwhizz]

I was going to take a Break for a day and get other stuff done today........Walked into the garage and as I looked at the firewall........(LOL.....can't leave stuff alone ya' Know).......I was unhappy with one of the screws that was holding the A/C firewall plate in position.......Darn !!!........Went in the house and that dam screw was haunting me.......went back out and removed the inner fender panel again and got it fixed correctly..........and I also got all the A/C lines fit and made ........get them crimped tomorrow......

[Sonar Chief]

Ken ... good on you for fixing something that bugs you, it's the details that most people don't see! Car is coming along nicely, well done sir :popcorn2:

[Centerforce]

Absolutely beautiful car! Subscribed to see the progress because its looking REAL good so far! :thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

Damn it! I could have sent you my crimper set up!! Right now though - I have no clue where it is! Since selling the shop -- and Rudy took home most every tool I owned. I kept enough for one nice tool box for Gwen here at the house. Had I thought about it I should have asked on here who needed what?

Awesome job buddy!

[kwhizz]

Got the Front drive set-up finished today........Put the crimped A/C lines on and evacuated the system.....Held 30 lbs vacuum.......dug thru the box of Radiator hose pieces and was able to get a bottom hose pieced together......need to do the Auto store torture for the upper one.......the Driveshaft was finished, went and picked it up and installed it.......The old driveshaft couldn't be shortened because of the reduced diameters..........picked up heater hose parts and started on the air intake......

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Moving along............

[waynieZ]

Moving along............

You certainly are, and at a good clip too!!

[TomM]

Great job as usual Ken, damned if these motors don't look like they are right at home in there....

T,

[Sonar Chief]

Looking good Ken ... question, who's intake kit are you installing?

Thanks,
Michael

[kwhizz]

Looking good Ken ... question, who's intake kit are you installing?

Thanks,
Michael


Pieced together parts from Ebay............

[kwhizz]

O.k.........Update......Got the fuel line completed......new spark plug wires to clear the headers.....upper and lower Radiator hoses pieced together and installed.....and the air inlet system is completed and installed.......Steam line and heater hoses will be completed today........PCV system and Power Steering hose are about all that's left to do in the engine compartment other than wiring.....Here are some pic's

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[waynieZ]

Very Nice. The intake came out great.

[kwhizz]

I have been asked by a few people to compile a list of parts required to to a "B" body LS swap.......I'll try...............LOL.....

GM Connect and Cruise assy or equivalent ........The GM set-up consists of mostly everything needed (engine , trans, torque converter, sensors, harnesses, engine and trans controllers, O2 sensors and Bungs, Etc)

Motor Mount adaptor plates that raise the engine 5/8" to clear the cross member (made by me.....If interested PM me) generic plates won't work

Holley 302-1 Pan

Kwik Performance front drive set-up

GM starter

I like to use a 2006 GTO 140Amp alternator (jumper cable 4 pin to 2 pin) from Speartech

Classic Auto Air heat and A/C retro kit

Recommended to get a Aluminum LS Radiator assy with dual fans (your choice)

Dakota Digital VHX gauges

Dakota Digital Fan Controller

Dakota Digital OBD module to feed the gauges directly from the ECM

you will need to move your Trans Cross member frame mounts back to suit

your drive shaft will need to be shortened or made new

A new fuel system will be needed......Tanks makes an economical set-up including Tank, Fuel Pump, Fuel level sender, and filter regulator....or you can go with advanced technology using a Ricks tank set-up with a Vaporworx pump controller

New fuel lines and fittings

Probably forgot a lot but I will update as I remember

[Zoomin]

Your radiator hose doodads? Shift linkage? Credit card?

Won't ecm control fans? Headers optional?

[andrewb70]

Your radiator hose doodads? Shift linkage? Credit card?

Won't ecm control fans? Headers optional?

I am guessing that the radiator hose doodad is there as a coupler to make a custom hose.

ECM will control the fans.

I got nothing else...

Andrew

[dontlifttoshift]

With the Dakota Digital fan controller it is way easier to run two fans with separate on/off temperatures and tie into the AC system. Since the fan controller runs off of the OBDII port (CAN) that gets a signal from the CTS anyways you have the same accuracy with more adjustability for the end user.

If you have a single, one speed fan, use the ECM and tie the trinary switch into the relay.

If you have easy access to tuning software and can add some wires to the EFI harness, use the ECM, PWM, and an AC pressure switch.

[gofastwclass]

If you have easy access to tuning software and can add some wires to the EFI harness, use the ECM, PWM, and an AC pressure switch.


I prefer the third option and build my cars that way. Less modules and the function is already in the PCM.

[andrewb70]

I prefer the third option and build my cars that way. Less modules and the function is already in the PCM.

This option is discussed in great detail here:

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=40215

Andrew

[kwhizz]

So........We did a lot of driving back and fort to the hydraulic hose shop......first to find the correct fittings.....(11/16-18 flared at the box and 16MM "O" ring on the pump) then fit the line and then Crimped....Got the pressure side installed then installed the reservoir and return lines.....added fluid and again......no leaks.....

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Then I made a mount for the GM fuse panel and got it mounted...........then installed the modules.......the mess of wires is starting to disappear.....

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[kwhizz]

Getting near the end.......Got all the Dakota Digital modules in and wired....the GM connect and cruise set-up takes about 30 minutes to hook up......LOL.....I have to install the dash assy and wire in the cooling fan relays and get the console and shifter installed......that's about it........Here's a video and it should be going for exhaust next week



http://vid13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/65%20Keith/E2C1F969-96C3-407D-B4B0-8ACC2E5F58AA.mp4

[Zoomin]

Couldn't tell in the video, Ken - how many times did you pump it before turning the key?

:lol:

[waynieZ]

Nice work guys it sounds good. You guys have this stuff down pat.

[gofastwclass]

This option is discussed in great detail here:

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=40215

Andrew

Oh, I'm aware of that thread. I also have the software and I realize MOST people can't justify the price and learning curve. Long story short: Factory PCM's are easier, but it CAN be done on the connect and cruise PCM.
Thanks for the update on the Fusion fan controller. That is an excellent score. :)



http://vid13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/65%20Keith/E2C1F969-96C3-407D-B4B0-8ACC2E5F58AA.mp4


I love your last comment in the video. Hahaha! That is why everything I own has that family of engine. :)

[kwhizz]

Got pretty much all the Dakota Digital inside wiring finished today.......The car had a 4 speed and console in it.....Prior to bringing it over Keith covered up the hole for the shifter and bought a Shiftworks cable operated shifter assy........so....It was time to get it installed, but......it seems there are some adjustments needed to get the neutral safety switch adjusted correctly.......I'll get that set tomorrow along with getting the Gas Pedal installed..........then one step back.....found a leaky fuel line fitting at the gas tank.......and the lower dash A/C vents don't fit the under dash mounts......need to call them tomorrow and get the correct parts.........Going for the exhaust next Monday..............

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[gofastwclass]

Ken, why do you have all four lock washers between the bracket and the shift base?
Besides, aren't lock washers a bit redundant with nylock nuts?


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[kwhizz]

Ken, why do you have all four lock washers between the bracket and the shift base?
Besides, aren't lock washers a bit redundant with nylock nuts?



That's the way the instructions say to do it.......the star washers help keep the mounting pads in position.......

[gofastwclass]

That's the way the instructions say to do it.......the star washers help keep the mounting pads in position.......

I wondered about that. Cool. :)

[bonecrrusher]

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/65%20Keith/A44DEC82-CC91-48AB-B66D-BB844029F767.jpg


Man that PS tank mounting is very trick!

Is that something that you came up with?

On my C6 Corvette it is right on top of the ABS block and is a total pain in the rear to work around!

[kwhizz]

Man that PS tank mounting is very trick!

Is that something that you came up with?

On my C6 Corvette it is right on top of the ABS block and is a total pain in the rear to work around!


Yes.........Just a simple bar that screws into the alternator ..........then I cut off the original mounting tabs and drilled a hole in the mount .........and it screws into the bar.......the beauty is that is swings on an Arc so you have some room to hit the sweet spot !!!

[kwhizz]

Got the Trinary switch and all the A/C wiring finished today........then I moved on to the Fan Relay's.....That open area next to the Battery sure filled up fast......LOL........Done !!!........one of those stupid little things that was a little problem was the Brake Booster Vacuum line......the Power Booster had a hole size larger than most and I couldn't find a Check Valve to fit with the new sizes needed.....so....I made up a adapter and blended the large and small hoses together........Started to put the dash assy in.......I'll finish that up tomorrow and then the last thing (hopefully) to do is to drop the Gas Tank and reseal the pipe thread fittings that leak one drop at a time......Darn.......Gotta fix it....

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[kwhizz]

Pulled the gas tank out today and got the leak fixed (Teflon Tape instead of pipe joint compound......Lesson Learned-AGAIN !!!!!)......Then I finished the Dash install......Started programming the Dakota Digital system and got a few issues........I'll call them tomorrow and their Tech Support will walk me thru the programming sequence........LOL.......Also.......the neutral safety switch is fighting back.........waiting for a call from Shiftworks to resolve that issue.....

Here's a pic of the dash.........(engine off , key on, lights on)Check engine light is on because the O2 Sensors aren't installed yet..........Going for the Exhaust on Monday........

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[kwhizz]

Beater ....................

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Had to wash the Garage floor to clean up all the Dust that fell off the Beater

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[GregWeld]

Hahahahahaha I've had to do that after volunteering to help someone else...and spend the rest of he weekend cleaning the grease and crud....



Coming together pretty well Ken!

[kwhizz]

The lower seal in the power steering box is leaking........Sheesh.......First the Dust and Dirt......Now this mess to clean up.........LOL........The Beater is off to the Exhaust shop (hope they don't charge extra for cleaning up the mess ) and then tomorrow we get the A/C system charged.........Then off to Keith's house.......

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[waynieZ]

Sweet! We will definitely need a video with sound.

[kwhizz]

The Exhaust system just needs some finish welding and it is done........Going to Ricchio's tomorrow for A/C charging.......then back home to Keith's........

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[DKz Garage]

Great story on this build! Car Guys helping Car Guys........ You work fast and did a great job on the install. I'm sure the owner will love the power of the LS motor!!

[kwhizz]

Sorry I couldn't post yesterday.....had some computer issues.........Anyhow......The Exhaust system got finished and the A/C system got charged.......I was so excited to get that "Pile" out of the Garage that I forgot to take a bunch of pictures on the delivery of the car to Keith.....I had Keith keep the Hood at his house so I wouldn't have to worry about scratching it while working on the car, so.....I drove it back to his house without the hood..........(Lot's of honks from the truck drivers along the way as they could see what was powering the car).......LOL..... Gary followed me to give me a ride home.........any how.....we met Keith, Bob and Keith's wife Kathy at the house and delivered the car.......Explained a lot of the features to Keith that are now built into his "Heap".......LOL......Just glad to be able to help out a fellow Car Guy............

Here's a short Video of the drive to Keith's House

http://vid13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/65%20Keith/C41035B5-F01B-4EDA-AD42-2905585962C2.mp4


Keith, Kathy, and Bob

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Gary with the car

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All Done......Now I can go home and get the Garage cleaned up.......LOL

[GregWeld]

Having done stuff like this before --- I know how you feel..... SO happy to have something turn out and bring so much pleasure... and so glad you did it and that it's DONE!


I always tell Gwen "never again" == and she just laughs and says - "until the next time". She's right.


Good for you Mister! :military: :military: :military: :military:

[clill]

This thread and project started July 18th.:trophy-1302:

[1in1969]

Good job Ken!

Nice flag in the garage!

Shawn

[SBDave]

Very impressed!

[Zoomin]

Ken, congrats on getting that puppy knocked out. Keith's car is up to the next level, now that you've gotten all that dust out of there! :)

Thanks for doing this thread - it's a great how-to on everything that goes into an LS conversion.

[bonecrrusher]

Nice build Ken - car looks great and that swap is clean!

[Sonar Chief]

Nice build Ken - car looks great and that swap is clean!


X2 Great job!!!!

[kwhizz]

Thanks Guy's............

[syborg tt]

Not sure how I missed this thread. What a great thread !!


Marty-MJ

[kwhizz]

Now that the car season has rolled around again..........Keith sent some pictures of his car after final assembly..........interior is in and completed and he installed a Hydro-Boost also.....Me thinks he enjoys the car better with the upgraded drivetrain.........Maybe Keith will respond with his thoughts about the before and after...........LOL.......Here are the Pictures

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