LS Swap Syclone Single Turbo Build

Norm

Norm

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The short arm I bought from a transmission shop, I actually took in the longer one and traded them for it, plus a box of donuts. The camaro bracket came from gm, trying to remember the part number I goggled it and came up with part GM# 15013290, but can't find my receipt for it so not 100% on it.
 
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FastBlackTA

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Haha that's great- box of donuts. I'm assuming that the arm is probably a universal unit. Let me see what I can find out and thank you for your help!
 
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FastBlackTA

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Back from wiring/plumbing. Little more of both to do but coming along nicely. Mounted remote filter and other odds and ends.
 
Jimmy

Jimmy

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I'm loving this build but I gotta ask are you gonna cage it?
 
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FastBlackTA

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Yes most likely but not after I get it running and have some fun with it. There are going to be lots of bugs to work out this year with the truck as there are a lot of variables with this platform. You figure most ls builds on other platforms can be difficult, but these trucks bring in a ton of other potential issues with transfer case and front diff among other things. I have built several cars in my lifetime but this has been the most challenging as you are trying to fit so much stuff into a rather confined space.

The plan is to start making power, be able to get it up on the brake, be able to daily it once in a while, and then cage it. It's going to be a project as I still need to buy a bender and a notcher..... And then the only way I see to do it right will be to bend and fit everything tight near the headliner and then literally cut the roof off to finish welding the cage and reinstall. I could send this out to be done but I've never done a full cage before (other than using a kit) so I want to tackle it. Unless there is a very well fitting pre bent cage out there I don't see much other option.
 
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FastBlackTA

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Frustrating day. I have the wrong front cover in the engine - the block has changed from the original ls style looks like and it uses the ls2 cam sensor. Pulled everything off to get to front cover and waiting on a new one so I can weld a turbo drain to it and reinstall.
 
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FastBlackTA

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Installed ls2 front cover - welded in another bung for turbo drain. Hydroboost lines pretty much squared away..... Getting closer but yet so far.....
 
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FastBlackTA

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Made up radiator hoses from aluminum and rubber bends from speedway. Fans and shroud installed - griffin radiators made a shroud which fit perfectly. I will say this project is starting to wear on me - things like making oil lines from the block to the filter - which should be easy - become major issues. Ended up welding up my own fitting from different parts to make all that work after a lot of trial and error. I really wanted to use -10 feed and return lines to the block which made it more difficult.

Lokar throttle cable and trans dipstick tube mounted up. The Lokar stuff works nicely all I had to do was make a throttle cable bracket for the high ram intake. Crossmember/driveshaft loop is painted and installed. Trans lines and cooler all finished up. There is a ton more I've done - I keep crossing things off the list which is a good feeling.

I am starting to see some signs of light at the end of the tunnel. Weldon pump bracket is made and mounted to frame with rubber insulators and most all fuel lines run. Going to use 120 lb/hr holley injectors I think. I have the 12 bolt sitting in a box next to the truck but will probably get it running with the stock rear and then make the swap.
 
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FastBlackTA

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Final mounted turbo, O2 sensor mounted, downpipe and most of exhaust that is close to transmission/transfer case is wrapped. More odds and ends done.... Just thought I would share.
 
sharkbait

sharkbait

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wow i shoulda found two more pistons and some coils ontop of the valve covers!!!!!

i love this build. great job.
 
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FastBlackTA

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Thank you - I liked the idea of a V6, but looking into cost and reliability...and the fact that I am familiar with the ls stuff made it an easier decision for me to go the ls route.
 
gt67sy

gt67sy

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Any pics of how you have you turbo supported and mounted to hold the weight
 
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FastBlackTA

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Need to add a brace off block which I'll do when it's running.

Edit - one of the reasons I used schedule 10 stainless is because a lot of import guys use it to hold the turbo w no brace. It's pretty thick.
 
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FastBlackTA

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FastBlackTA said:


Need to add a brace off block which I'll do when it's running.

Edit - one of the reasons I used schedule 10 stainless is because a lot of import guys use it to hold the turbo w no brace. It's pretty thick.
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Second edit - this picture doesn't really show how the pass side manifold merges to the t6 flange which is what is really holding up the turbo. I'll try and get another picture soon.
 
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Damian

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Schedule 10 is pretty strong but id still make a brace, just one of those peace of mind things. Plus, turbos and harmonics are important. If you can keep vibrations to a minimum, your turbo will last longer.
 
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FastBlackTA

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Damian said:
Schedule 10 is pretty strong but id still make a brace, just one of those peace of mind things. Plus, turbos and harmonics are important. If you can keep vibrations to a minimum, your turbo will last longer.
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Scroll up - it will be braced.

I'm not worried as much about vibrations as I am running the turbo wide open with a screen haha.
 
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FastBlackTA

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Posted in parts wanted but posting here too:

I am looking for a front propshaft (Like a sportmachines unit) for an ls swap 4l80e sy.

I would think they would be the same for both a v6 and an ls, but could be wrong.

Located in 20877 Gaithersburg, MD. Please inbox me.
 
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