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Datsv8r
Joined: 26 Feb 2013 Posts: 9 Location: Virginia Beach Va
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Posted: Sun Mar 03, 2013 11:42 pm Post subject: L98 V8 in a 79 |
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This is my new project. I am looking for anyone who has done a swap with an L98? _________________ 77 V8 280Z
85 Z28
79 924 just got it
now I got the fever |
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Datsv8r
Joined: 26 Feb 2013 Posts: 9 Location: Virginia Beach Va
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Posted: Tue Mar 05, 2013 8:33 pm Post subject: TPI fuel injection |
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I was thinking about using the TPI system. The V8 mod seems simple enough. Just wondering if the intake ram assembly fits under the stock hood or if I have to use a scoop. Any thoughts anyone? Thanks _________________ 77 V8 280Z
85 Z28
79 924 just got it
now I got the fever |
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v8carreragts
Joined: 05 Sep 2003 Posts: 665 Location: Tucson, AZ
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Posted: Wed Mar 06, 2013 10:53 am Post subject: |
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Somewhere I have dimensions for the TPI as i thought about using one on mine at the beginning. I would be tight but it may fit. I never picked one up to see how it would fit. However they are not good for high RPMs and are limited in max flow. So I have a late LT1 intake modified to work that I will be using after I get my car running. I currently have a Holley on a Weiand X-terminator to get it running. _________________ 84 944--924 Carrera GTS clone w/520HP Chevy 302 V8--RUNNING!
2015 AUDI Q7
2013 Dodge Charger R/T AWD HEMI
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Datsv8r
Joined: 26 Feb 2013 Posts: 9 Location: Virginia Beach Va
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Posted: Thu Mar 07, 2013 1:24 am Post subject: |
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I have this setup in my camaro. I am just building a daily driver with a little stoplight to stoplight zip. This setup in my Chevy is very quick. I am not looking to race just have fun. I plan to pick up a 79 Na next weekend. The motor is ok but the owner grew tired of his project. His loss my gain. I have a small block that I just went thru. Kind of a companion car to my 5.7 Z. I am almost done with that one and I just can't sit without playing with something. Anyway that's my story. I will try to post the build so you guys can throw out ideas, any and all will be helpful. Thanks. _________________ 77 V8 280Z
85 Z28
79 924 just got it
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the_mad_electrician
Joined: 16 Nov 2009 Posts: 1073 Location: Central Georgia
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Posted: Thu Mar 07, 2013 2:08 am Post subject: |
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You'll probably want to get rid of that snailshell tranny and switch to an Audi style from a 944. _________________ 81 924 N/A
2004 Ranger "Edge"
2005 Mazda 6 |
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Datsv8r
Joined: 26 Feb 2013 Posts: 9 Location: Virginia Beach Va
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Posted: Thu Mar 14, 2013 4:17 am Post subject: |
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Been thinking about the need to upgrade the trans. Motor is on the stand and I am starting to go through it. The car comes in next week. It has from what I am told a stage 1 cam and other goodies. The carve and intake are gone. I might have a motor for sale cheap! _________________ 77 V8 280Z
85 Z28
79 924 just got it
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the_mad_electrician
Joined: 16 Nov 2009 Posts: 1073 Location: Central Georgia
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Posted: Thu Mar 14, 2013 4:33 am Post subject: |
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How much is cheap? It's never a bad idea to have a spare. _________________ 81 924 N/A
2004 Ranger "Edge"
2005 Mazda 6 |
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Datsv8r
Joined: 26 Feb 2013 Posts: 9 Location: Virginia Beach Va
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Posted: Mon Mar 18, 2013 5:20 am Post subject: |
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I was told it was a rebuild with aprox 6k miles on it. The cam is a billet virgin grind stage one. Can't remember the company that did it. I am going to get it running before I pull it. I was told this motor has about 185 Hp. Interested in seeing how it runs compared to my v8 280. Maybe it will stay if it impresses me enough. Nothing like the roar of a v8 though. _________________ 77 V8 280Z
85 Z28
79 924 just got it
now I got the fever |
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the_mad_electrician
Joined: 16 Nov 2009 Posts: 1073 Location: Central Georgia
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Posted: Mon Mar 18, 2013 5:28 am Post subject: |
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185hp out of a N/A sounds like BS. Getting 160hp is very tough. _________________ 81 924 N/A
2004 Ranger "Edge"
2005 Mazda 6 |
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Datsv8r
Joined: 26 Feb 2013 Posts: 9 Location: Virginia Beach Va
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Posted: Mon Mar 18, 2013 6:13 am Post subject: |
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Just what I was told. I'm new to these so I don't know. I do know how to make 300 Hp out of a V8 though. _________________ 77 V8 280Z
85 Z28
79 924 just got it
now I got the fever |
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Datsv8r
Joined: 26 Feb 2013 Posts: 9 Location: Virginia Beach Va
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Posted: Tue Sep 03, 2013 3:58 am Post subject: |
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After a very long delay I finally get to play with my toys again. I have finished modding the oil pan and mocking up the motor mounts. Thought I would be done with this by now but life gets in the way. Looking at a Toyota m/c for the brakes. Looks like an easy swap. Have had the motor in for fit and it looks ok. I am staying relatively low in the horsepower dept so I can use the existing drivetrain. Just thought I would update this project. _________________ 77 V8 280Z
85 Z28
79 924 just got it
now I got the fever |
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Datsv8r
Joined: 26 Feb 2013 Posts: 9 Location: Virginia Beach Va
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Posted: Tue Sep 03, 2013 3:59 am Post subject: |
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After a very long delay I finally get to play with my toys again. I have finished modding the oil pan and mocking up the motor mounts. Thought I would be done with this by now but life gets in the way. Looking at a Toyota m/c for the brakes. Looks like an easy swap. Have had the motor in for fit and it looks ok. I am staying relatively low in the horsepower dept so I can use the existing drivetrain. Just thought I would update this project. _________________ 77 V8 280Z
85 Z28
79 924 just got it
now I got the fever |
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