1990 LS Build
10-15-2015, 12:30 PM
#26
Jim Stainer
Yikes that was a big credit card swipe! I didn't realize this but I missed your 9/11 post and you should PM ToySnake on that control arm deal. That doesn't look right to me and seems to me he had some issues with missing washers and God watching out for him on that. Build looks really good!
10-20-2015, 07:56 AM
#27
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Got the frame rails bolted on for a test fit over the weekend.
I still need to pull them off to get them siliconed and to clean up where the V8Roadsters is cut out, but the bulk of the work is done now.
I still need to pull them off to get them siliconed and to clean up where the V8Roadsters is cut out, but the bulk of the work is done now.
10-22-2015, 11:27 AM
#29
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Well... I pulled the trigger on the Speedmaster Pan:
Chevy GM LS1 LS6 Fabricated Rear Sump Oil Pan Chevelle Camaro Custom & Pickup
I'm crossing my fingers that it fits.
Chevy GM LS1 LS6 Fabricated Rear Sump Oil Pan Chevelle Camaro Custom & Pickup
I'm crossing my fingers that it fits.
10-22-2015, 12:06 PM
#30
V8 Miata Fanatic
Well... I pulled the trigger on the Speedmaster Pan:
Chevy GM LS1 LS6 Fabricated Rear Sump Oil Pan Chevelle Camaro Custom & Pickup
I'm crossing my fingers that it fits.
Chevy GM LS1 LS6 Fabricated Rear Sump Oil Pan Chevelle Camaro Custom & Pickup
I'm crossing my fingers that it fits.
10-26-2015, 09:55 PM
#32
V8 Miata Fanatic
Yes, please post upcoming pics and info on the incoming oil pan.
Just saw Jim's above post... Did you resolve your concerns with the a arms and V8R subframe? I'm pretty certain that I didn't have the same "gaps" you took pics of.
(My issue that Jim refers to was Outside, Rear Lower a arm bolts (left & right) were missing large washers (ft & rr) on the bolt that secure bushings from walking out of V8R a arms. It was this nut (not V8R) that somehow failed to install them before issue was discovered.)
Keep us updated. Liking these Florida builds very much...!
Just saw Jim's above post... Did you resolve your concerns with the a arms and V8R subframe? I'm pretty certain that I didn't have the same "gaps" you took pics of.
(My issue that Jim refers to was Outside, Rear Lower a arm bolts (left & right) were missing large washers (ft & rr) on the bolt that secure bushings from walking out of V8R a arms. It was this nut (not V8R) that somehow failed to install them before issue was discovered.)
Keep us updated. Liking these Florida builds very much...!
10-29-2015, 09:41 AM
#33
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Yes, please post upcoming pics and info on the incoming oil pan.
Just saw Jim's above post... Did you resolve your concerns with the a arms and V8R subframe? I'm pretty certain that I didn't have the same "gaps" you took pics of.
(My issue that Jim refers to was Outside, Rear Lower a arm bolts (left & right) were missing large washers (ft & rr) on the bolt that secure bushings from walking out of V8R a arms. It was this nut (not V8R) that somehow failed to install them before issue was discovered.)
Keep us updated. Liking these Florida builds very much...!
Just saw Jim's above post... Did you resolve your concerns with the a arms and V8R subframe? I'm pretty certain that I didn't have the same "gaps" you took pics of.
(My issue that Jim refers to was Outside, Rear Lower a arm bolts (left & right) were missing large washers (ft & rr) on the bolt that secure bushings from walking out of V8R a arms. It was this nut (not V8R) that somehow failed to install them before issue was discovered.)
Keep us updated. Liking these Florida builds very much...!
I took it apart, cut the sleeves down, and it all fits perfectly now.
10-29-2015, 09:43 AM
#34
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These are the two big questions. Speedmaster refused to send pictures or any baffling, and were very quiet about dimensions of the pan when I talked to them on the phone.
They did say that I can return it for a full refund as long as it isn't damaged. So it's worth a shot.
They did say that I can return it for a full refund as long as it isn't damaged. So it's worth a shot.
10-29-2015, 09:47 AM
#35
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10/29 Update:
Ordered the accessory drive kit:
GM 19155066
And the water pump:
GM 89018052
Also ordered the Sway Bar kit end-link parts:
Allstar Performance ALL58006 Standard Series 3/8" Steel Right Male Rod End
Allstar Performance ALL58036 Standard Series 3/8" Steel Right Female Rod End
And new knock sensors/harness and an oil pan gasket.
Ordered the accessory drive kit:
GM 19155066
And the water pump:
GM 89018052
Also ordered the Sway Bar kit end-link parts:
Allstar Performance ALL58006 Standard Series 3/8" Steel Right Male Rod End
Allstar Performance ALL58036 Standard Series 3/8" Steel Right Female Rod End
And new knock sensors/harness and an oil pan gasket.
10-30-2015, 10:43 AM
#37
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The speedmaster pan came in last night.
I posted pictures in the Oil Pans thread for everyone else. If you want to take a peak, here you go: https://www.v8miata.net/general-moto...gly-801/page3/
I posted pictures in the Oil Pans thread for everyone else. If you want to take a peak, here you go: https://www.v8miata.net/general-moto...gly-801/page3/
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SupaDupaSteve (10-31-2015)
12-01-2015, 01:14 PM
#38
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12/1/15 Update:
I haven't updated as often as I would like to, but I've been trying to make some progress.
I got the heads/cam package from Texas Speed in:
So I went to work:
All Stripped down and painted block:
Out with the old:
New cam going in:
And in with the new timing set:
New Front Cover and Speedmaster Pan:
New Valley Cover Gasket/Knock Sensors/Harness
Heads bolted on:
CTS-V Belt System:
I haven't updated as often as I would like to, but I've been trying to make some progress.
I got the heads/cam package from Texas Speed in:
So I went to work:
All Stripped down and painted block:
Out with the old:
New cam going in:
And in with the new timing set:
New Front Cover and Speedmaster Pan:
New Valley Cover Gasket/Knock Sensors/Harness
Heads bolted on:
CTS-V Belt System:
12-01-2015, 02:07 PM
#41
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12-03-2015, 01:08 PM
#43
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12/2/15 Update:
Got the pushrod length worked out and finished the valve train install:
Then I received the bellhousing for the T56.. Only to get some more bad news:
Got the pushrod length worked out and finished the valve train install:
Then I received the bellhousing for the T56.. Only to get some more bad news:
12-04-2015, 07:43 AM
#45
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12-07-2015, 07:47 AM
#46
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12/7/15 Update:
Got the motor in the car this weekend for the first test fit.
It's tight in the back, but it fits well just about everywhere else. With the exception of the Speedmaster Pan. I'm still fighting with it, it's in the oil pan thread: https://www.v8miata.net/general-moto...gly-801/page4/
Got the motor in the car this weekend for the first test fit.
It's tight in the back, but it fits well just about everywhere else. With the exception of the Speedmaster Pan. I'm still fighting with it, it's in the oil pan thread: https://www.v8miata.net/general-moto...gly-801/page4/
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charchri4 (12-18-2015)
12-07-2015, 10:19 PM
#47
V8 Miata Fanatic
Aaaaahhh! The first test fit - a true early highlight in anyone's V8 swap. Hope you took a few minutes and knocked back a cold one as you soaked up the moment!
