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Darth_Emma · 07-05-2012, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IPS Brandon

T it will be getting exciting now that the pieces are bolting together , and Camaro five can then witness the FASTEST LSX shop in the country (yes no one has gone faster MPH in a LS powered car then us...) build your car before their very eyes.

Regards

Thanks for the update. I talked to the mechanic, Tom, today. He called me to ask about the water pump and whether to use the stock one or an aftermarket one. I know several guys have reported issued with the stock water pump, so I gave him the ok to use a new one.

He also told me he got the head gaskets in earlier this week and he is now assembling the engine. I know once Tom gets going on something he can get it done quickly and it will be done right. I am going to go over to IPS tomorrow to get some pictures. I'm excited to see the progress!

Bad@ssCamaro · 07-05-2012, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Darth_Emma

Thanks for the update. I talked to the mechanic, Tom, today. He called me to ask about the water pump and whether to use the stock one or an aftermarket one. I know several guys have reported issued with the stock water pump, so I gave him the ok to use a new one.

He also told me he got the head gaskets in earlier this week and he is now assembling the engine. I know once Tom gets going on something he can get it done quickly and it will be done right. I am going to go over to IPS tomorrow to get some pictures. I'm excited to see the progress!

Congrats DE, I'm pulling for your car to be ready for C5FestIII.

I can't wait to see that beast run with the rest of the Super Modifieds. Looking forward to the pics.

Darth_Emma · 07-06-2012, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Bad@ssCamaro

Congrats DE, I'm pulling for your car to be ready for C5FestIII.

I can't wait to see that beast run with the rest of the Super Modifieds. Looking forward to the pics.

Thank you! I'm pretty excited about it.

*SSE 4 2SS* · 07-06-2012, 12:12 PM

WooHoo... Go DE...

Can't wait to see this one at the Fest...

Darth_Emma · 07-06-2012, 05:08 PM

Heads are on and Meziere water pump.

We set the intake manifold on the engine to get an idea of what it will look like. It's still wrapped up in plastic because it's been polished and the fuel rails are being anodized black, so they aren't on it yet. It will be mounted on the engine next week and I'll get better shots then. But this gives you an idea of how it will sit on the engine.

PQ · 07-06-2012, 05:13 PM

Oh what I'd give.

I can't believe that will fit under the hood. haha

BullF-16 · 07-06-2012, 05:24 PM

I'll be in my bunk!

DO NOT DISTURB!!!!

Dangeruss · 07-06-2012, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth_Emma

Heads are on and Meziere water pump.

We set the intake manifold on the engine to get an idea of what it will look like. It's still wrapped up in plastic because it's been polished and the fuel rails are being anodized black, so they aren't on it yet. It will be mounted on the engine next week and I'll get better shots then. But this gives you an idea of how it will sit on the engine.

BullF-16 · 07-06-2012, 08:51 PM

Q to the motor guys? Does the LSX block use the lifter trays/buckets like a normal LS3? I think it is the same, my plan was to have HKE drill 1/2 in holes about 1/3 the way up the lifter trays on the head side to aid in oil drainage back to the pan. You 1320' guys/gal probably dont care but i plan to road race this car mainly and i have a REAL sticky suspension/wheel/tire setup and should sustain 1.3G in long sweeping turns at ECR and need to keep the motor lubed. Sorry T, dont want to thread jack but there are a bunch of big LS motor heads lurking here.

Oh and did I mention, I'll be in my bunk!..nice engine pron!

Supercharged SS · 07-06-2012, 08:56 PM

Will you have track time before Camaro fest? If it was me I wouldn't rush it on to the track. As much as I know you want to. Take your time and ease into it. There will be plenty of track time in the future. When you push things....well, that's when mistakes happen. Continued gd luck and progress T.

Darth_Emma · 07-06-2012, 10:19 PM

I hope to have it a couple of weeks before the Fest. Mark Carlyle (Atomic Fusion) has said he'd give me some lessons as well as some of the other guys at the shop. We are likely going to keep the boost down the first few times out until I start to get the hang of things.

speedster · 07-06-2012, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth_Emma

I hope to have it a couple of weeks before the Fest. Mark Carlyle (Atomic Fusion) has said he'd give me some lessons as well as some of the other guys at the shop. We are likely going to keep the boost down the first few times out until I start to get the hang of things.

Lookin' good. I echo J in that take your time to enjoy it and get used to the new found power...

HufferSS · 07-06-2012, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth_Emma

I hope to have it a couple of weeks before the Fest. Mark Carlyle (Atomic Fusion) has said he'd give me some lessons as well as some of the other guys at the shop. We are likely going to keep the boost down the first few times out until I start to get the hang of things.

Even at low boost..that thing is gonna RIP!

Mr Twisty · 07-09-2012, 09:55 PM

RED DEMON SS · 07-10-2012, 11:44 PM

I definitely want to see pictures of this inside the engine bay of your ride Terri!

hrpiii · 07-11-2012, 07:53 AM

it appears it should fit into the engine bay quite easily. Now closing the hood, that may present an issue.

Looking good Emma!

Dr Jkel · 07-11-2012, 08:27 AM

Looking good Terri.

Darth_Emma · 07-11-2012, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by hrpiii

it appears it should fit into the engine bay quite easily. Now closing the hood, that may present an issue.

Looking good Emma!

The tech measured everything very carefully. The intake was made to order and is supposed to fit under the stock hood.

Darth_Emma · 07-11-2012, 08:54 AM

Any of you ever buy a race suit from Profoxracing.com?

I don't have a race suit and they are impossible to find in womens sizes at a reasonable price (I found one for $1400!).

I guess I should probably have one of these for Indy. Or should I just get thrown off the track if I go under 11.5? (Dream on...)

*The Stig* · 07-11-2012, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth_Emma

The tech measured everything very carefully. The intake was made to order and is supposed to fit under the stock hood.

I'm just playing devil's advocate here, and in no way wishing this upon you or Smaug - but what happens if it doesn't fit. I can't imagine IPS making you foot the bill for their screw up.

*GTAHVIT* · 07-11-2012, 10:01 AM

I'm betting it will fit, it's a pretty common thing for shops to figure out hood clearance.

if it was wrong, Should be as simple as ordering a new intake... But that won't happen. sending positive vibes to Smaug!

Darth_Emma · 07-11-2012, 11:32 AM

It will fit.

Darth_Emma · 07-11-2012, 11:42 AM

Stopped by IPS today. The valley cover and crank case breather are on.

The rockers we had (LS3 - which are 1.7) are not correct for the All Pro heads. They ordered LS7 rockers (1.8) which are correct. They will arrive today and Tom will then measure for the pushrods. He will order those today.

He also ordered the shorty headers today. The stock exhaust manifolds will not fit with the All Pro heads.

Tom is taking Thurs. and Fri. off. The push rods and headers will all arrive by the time he gets back from his vacation on Monday.

Here are some pictures.

Crank case breather and valley cover.

With the intake manifold set on the engine...

Picture of the rockers. The wrong rocker (LS3) is on the left and a correct LS7 rocker is the one on the right.

And just a couple of shots of the engine with the intake unwrapped so you can have a better look at it. The fuel rails have been anodized black, but aren't in the pic. I have also asked them to polish the power steering bracket to match the intake.

600hp-lpe · 07-11-2012, 11:57 AM

T - your engine is a piece of ART right now..

Can't wait to see it installed with the turbo's on it!

bmbbl be · 07-11-2012, 12:18 PM

i wouldnt polish the power steeering bracket ,,,its cast and it will be hard to upkeep....i chromed mine,,,here is a pic

07-06-2012, 12:12 PM	#5004
SSE 4 2SS Boosted Moderator Drives: LS-3 429 TT with other odds-n-ends Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kyle Tx Posts: 11,438	WooHoo... Go DE... Can't wait to see this one at the Fest... __________________

07-06-2012, 05:08 PM	#5005
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 13,302 View My Garage	Heads are on and Meziere water pump. We set the intake manifold on the engine to get an idea of what it will look like. It's still wrapped up in plastic because it's been polished and the fuel rails are being anodized black, so they aren't on it yet. It will be mounted on the engine next week and I'll get better shots then. But this gives you an idea of how it will sit on the engine. __________________

07-06-2012, 05:13 PM	#5006
PQ Drives a Maro Drives: Hybrid SS Camaro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 35,537 View My Garage	Oh what I'd give. I can't believe that will fit under the hood. haha __________________ PEDDERS NO BULL/BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet.................................................. .....

07-06-2012, 05:24 PM	#5007
BullF-16 USAF retired! Thank God! Drives: 2011 1SS, 1LT red, 1LT/RS SGM Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: North Texas Posts: 1,791	I'll be in my bunk! DO NOT DISTURB!!!! __________________ HKE LSX427(Mast blk lbl 305 6bolt LS7heads, PatG231/246 blower cam, ARH LT s, Procharger D1SC, Squash dual 400LPH/ID1000s, ALKY 4 gal meth, AM AFR/Bst/oilpres/oiltemp gauges,SWretro3" exh, VMaxx TB, RX monsterCC. Pedders Justice road crs pkg: All HD bushes, supercar coil overs, supercar ZL1 sways, camber plates setup by JusticePete! :Gforce 9" 35spline S-Trac, 300M axles, 3.5"alum DS, MCLeod RXT clutch, 4xForgeline 19x10.5 4xBridgestone 305/30R19 RE-11, next CTS-v calipers/ZL1rotors/carbotech pads

07-06-2012, 08:51 PM	#5009
BullF-16 USAF retired! Thank God! Drives: 2011 1SS, 1LT red, 1LT/RS SGM Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: North Texas Posts: 1,791	Q to the motor guys? Does the LSX block use the lifter trays/buckets like a normal LS3? I think it is the same, my plan was to have HKE drill 1/2 in holes about 1/3 the way up the lifter trays on the head side to aid in oil drainage back to the pan. You 1320' guys/gal probably dont care but i plan to road race this car mainly and i have a REAL sticky suspension/wheel/tire setup and should sustain 1.3G in long sweeping turns at ECR and need to keep the motor lubed. Sorry T, dont want to thread jack but there are a bunch of big LS motor heads lurking here. Oh and did I mention, I'll be in my bunk!..nice engine pron! __________________ HKE LSX427(Mast blk lbl 305 6bolt LS7heads, PatG231/246 blower cam, ARH LT s, Procharger D1SC, Squash dual 400LPH/ID1000s, ALKY 4 gal meth, AM AFR/Bst/oilpres/oiltemp gauges,SWretro3" exh, VMaxx TB, RX monsterCC. Pedders Justice road crs pkg: All HD bushes, supercar coil overs, supercar ZL1 sways, camber plates setup by JusticePete! :Gforce 9" 35spline S-Trac, 300M axles, 3.5"alum DS, MCLeod RXT clutch, 4xForgeline 19x10.5 4xBridgestone 305/30R19 RE-11, next CTS-v calipers/ZL1rotors/carbotech pads

07-06-2012, 08:56 PM	#5010
Supercharged SS Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Sandy Hook, CT Posts: 8,410	Will you have track time before Camaro fest? If it was me I wouldn't rush it on to the track. As much as I know you want to. Take your time and ease into it. There will be plenty of track time in the future. When you push things....well, that's when mistakes happen. Continued gd luck and progress T. __________________ 9.80 @ 139.73, 1.45 60', 2010 Jannetty Racing L99

07-06-2012, 10:19 PM	#5011
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 13,302 View My Garage	I hope to have it a couple of weeks before the Fest. Mark Carlyle (Atomic Fusion) has said he'd give me some lessons as well as some of the other guys at the shop. We are likely going to keep the boost down the first few times out until I start to get the hang of things. __________________

07-09-2012, 09:55 PM	#5014
Mr Twisty Drives: the 2nd amendment home Join Date: May 2008 Location: OK Posts: 13,288	__________________ "They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety." -- Benjamin Franklin Great Racing Quotes "Never run out of real estate, traction and ideas at the same time." "I was doing fine until about mid-corner when I ran out of talent." "Don't brake until you see God, just don't meet him"

07-10-2012, 11:44 PM	#5015
RED DEMON SS OFF THE HOOK Drives: RED DEMON! Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: PNW MISFIT Posts: 7,367 View My Garage	I definitely want to see pictures of this inside the engine bay of your ride Terri! __________________

07-11-2012, 07:53 AM	#5016
hrpiii AKA "Beefcake" Drives: CGM w/Black stripes Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Indy Posts: 3,295	it appears it should fit into the engine bay quite easily. Now closing the hood, that may present an issue. Looking good Emma! __________________ Pfadt Suspension, Supercharged, Showstopper 'bling', Pedderized by Bruce and Tuned by Mike Norris Motorsports

07-11-2012, 08:27 AM	#5017
Dr Jkel and MR. HYDE Drives: 2010 2SS RJT/BLK 6Spd Man Join Date: May 2009 Location: Oxford, Alabama Posts: 4,598	Looking good Terri. __________________ MUSTANG...Like Bringing a Hot Dog to a Steak Dinner....There is no comparison.

07-11-2012, 08:54 AM	#5019
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 13,302 View My Garage	Any of you ever buy a race suit from Profoxracing.com? I don't have a race suit and they are impossible to find in womens sizes at a reasonable price (I found one for $1400!). I guess I should probably have one of these for Indy. Or should I just get thrown off the track if I go under 11.5? (Dream on...) __________________

07-11-2012, 10:01 AM	#5021
GTAHVIT One Lucky Guy. Drives: #22 Tom Henry Racing 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,313 View My Garage	I'm betting it will fit, it's a pretty common thing for shops to figure out hood clearance. if it was wrong, Should be as simple as ordering a new intake... But that won't happen. sending positive vibes to Smaug! __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

07-11-2012, 11:32 AM	#5022
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 13,302 View My Garage	It will fit. __________________

07-11-2012, 11:42 AM	#5023
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 13,302 View My Garage	Stopped by IPS today. The valley cover and crank case breather are on. The rockers we had (LS3 - which are 1.7) are not correct for the All Pro heads. They ordered LS7 rockers (1.8) which are correct. They will arrive today and Tom will then measure for the pushrods. He will order those today. He also ordered the shorty headers today. The stock exhaust manifolds will not fit with the All Pro heads. Tom is taking Thurs. and Fri. off. The push rods and headers will all arrive by the time he gets back from his vacation on Monday. Here are some pictures. Crank case breather and valley cover. With the intake manifold set on the engine... Picture of the rockers. The wrong rocker (LS3) is on the left and a correct LS7 rocker is the one on the right. And just a couple of shots of the engine with the intake unwrapped so you can have a better look at it. The fuel rails have been anodized black, but aren't in the pic. I have also asked them to polish the power steering bracket to match the intake. __________________ Last edited by Darth_Emma; 07-13-2012 at 03:15 PM.

07-11-2012, 11:57 AM	#5024
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07-11-2012, 12:18 PM	#5025
bmbbl be Drives: camaro ss-05chopper-13-street glide Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: tallmadge, ohio Posts: 984	i wouldnt polish the power steeering bracket ,,,its cast and it will be hard to upkeep....i chromed mine,,,here is a pic Attached Images

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