1970 LS swap info needed
#1
1970 LS swap info needed
Has anybody used a holly pan,speed engineering headers and ICT mounts.I really want to run these headers and need to find mounts that will work.1970 cutlass
Last edited by a70oldscutlass; December 13th, 2017 at 06:52 PM.
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also check ls1tech.com and the oldsmobile powered by chevy group on facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/833710123406913/ or ls swap everything on facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1417764505133515/
#3
The ICT billet look to just be copies of the Dirty Dingo DD adjustables. I'm guessing the Speed Engineering headers are a copy of some other pre-existing ones, just cheaper. They look just like my Doug's headers.
I would get the engine in the car with the pan first so you can get your firewall clearance set, then fit headers. I thing at this stage of the LS swap game, most headers will clear. The Holley oil pan is proven, you just need to find the right mount point for your engine.
Here's a thread you can check out
https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...headers-2.html
Sorry for the long winded answer
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I'm on a situation now where I am about to move my engine forward a little because when I first installed it, I had a the F Body oil pan and it was right next to the crossmember. My Autokraft pan has about 3" between the crossmember and the sump. I could use another 1" between my intake in the firewall.
#7
I'm not sure what you mean by you have the crossmember? I have the SBC short and narrow frame perches and Dirty Dingo DD adjustable mounts. The ITC billet mounts look just like them.
I'm using Energy Suspension motor mounts, Doug's LS swap headers and Autokraft(Champ Racing) oil pan. I'm needing to move motor fwd in the adapters because I changed to a FAST 102 intake and with the size of the runners, it's too close to the firewall.
Chris
I'm using Energy Suspension motor mounts, Doug's LS swap headers and Autokraft(Champ Racing) oil pan. I'm needing to move motor fwd in the adapters because I changed to a FAST 102 intake and with the size of the runners, it's too close to the firewall.
Chris
#8
I think mine are the short and narrow also but was needing to get motor mounts and I have the tube style crossmember.I may not be able to use the fast 102 either.I really want to put a LSA S/C on it but I don't know if I can figure it all out.
#9
Tubular crossmember will be ok. You need to decide which pan you wan to use, that will greatly determine engine location.
Mine should be moved forward right after Christmas. My friend has the engine hoist tied up right now. Everything has been disassembled and should go quickly
Mine should be moved forward right after Christmas. My friend has the engine hoist tied up right now. Everything has been disassembled and should go quickly
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If you do not mind me asking, why not use another Oldsmobile engine? It is just that they have plenty of power and run almost forever - back in the day these engines powered everyday drivers on high speed highways to local back roads, in hot humid 100 degree days to snowing brutally cold minus 10 degree days. The 350 engines were especially adapt to running in extreme conditions.
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If you do not mind me asking, why not use another Oldsmobile engine? It is just that they have plenty of power and run almost forever - back in the day these engines powered everyday drivers on high speed highways to local back roads, in hot humid 100 degree days to snowing brutally cold minus 10 degree days. The 350 engines were especially adapt to running in extreme conditions.
I think most motors can adapt to extreme conditions assuming the carb and timing are right, with EFI you just turn the ignition. I never have to wonder "is this gonna be a bad day?" It fires every time.... You have the engine sensors to deal with when you thing of something that could fail or cause issue, but the ODB scanner makes life that much easier....
I'm sure the OP will give his reason...
#17
Thanks for the help.I guess you used the factory springs in the back?
anthonyP- I have had olds motors all my life and I like them.I always swore that I wouldn't ever put a chevy motor in a olds but a couple months ago I changed my mind.I have a 99 Ram Air Transam and it don't have much done to it and it will run mid 11's and still get 26 mpg., dependable and I can take off and go on long drives and not break the bank nor break down.I like my olds better than my Transam but when we go on long drives I don't ever take it.I enjoy long drives more now than I used to so I will have to change my mind and go ls.
anthonyP- I have had olds motors all my life and I like them.I always swore that I wouldn't ever put a chevy motor in a olds but a couple months ago I changed my mind.I have a 99 Ram Air Transam and it don't have much done to it and it will run mid 11's and still get 26 mpg., dependable and I can take off and go on long drives and not break the bank nor break down.I like my olds better than my Transam but when we go on long drives I don't ever take it.I enjoy long drives more now than I used to so I will have to change my mind and go ls.
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Answering the OP question, that combination of parts is pretty particular and I doubt you will find another member that used that exact combo of parts. I went with holly mounts, headers, oil pan, trans cross member and everything bolted up great! Driveline angles were spot on and for me it was worth the time not having to fabricate parts to make it all fit. Hope all goes well with your project. I'm loving my LS power!
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