Keith's 65 Impala upgrade

[kwhizz]

A little background on Keith and his car.........In June I took the Impala Convert and went to a car show in Union Grove........when I parked I was met by some friends and we talked for a 1/2 hour......I noticed a guy standing behind my car waiting for us to finish talking.......when they left he came over and asked me if I was Ken......LOL........Ended up that Keith followed every build that is posted on this site.....We had just finished Gary's car and he knew everything about the build and knew everything about the Impala Convert also........Holy Cow.......We talked about the transformation of Gary's car and how he was in Awe of the new drivetrain over the old Big Block.......We talked about the Yenko site for about a 1/2 hour..........Fast forward about two weeks and I got to a little car show in Milwaukee and end up parking next to Keith.....He had a 65 Impala wagon at the Union Grove show but brought his 65 Impala hardtop to this show.......We got to talking and he told me he would love to duplicate the drivetrain in Gary's car in this car........Due to some Physical Limitations he was unable to complete this process himself........
To make a long story short.......Some of his friends removed the old drivetrain and parts not required and I gave him a list of parts to order and the car showed up today with the parts.........So.....Put the Pop corn on as it will be an Honor to help Keith out.......

Here is the car arriving today.....

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[kwhizz]

In addition to the LS3 480 H.P. engine and 4L70E trans.......we will be adding A/C.......new aluminum radiator....Dakota Digital VHX Gauges.......Here's a shot of the new drivetrain...........

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New Holley 302-1 Pan installed

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Stay Tuned........

[markinnaples]

BEAUTIFUL! Big fan of 65's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[napa68]

I know that car. It is REEEEEEEEEL nice.

Funny................you did not mention you had this on the hook Saturday. I'm starting to think you have a warehouse full of LS3's

Good seeing ya again Ken!

Tim

[Postsedan]

Subscribed <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

Dan

[Dave Rifkin]

Man that's a pretty car.

[Xplantdad]

Ken, you are the best....This will be fun to watch!

[SS427]

Neat story and the saga continues. Another great build in the works and one i can learn from. I too have some physical limitations, I.e. lack of knowledge and time and will be shipping my car to you just as soon as this build is complete. Say maybe 2 weeks from now...... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

[Damien]

Love those '65's and Keith's looks like a great example to start with.
I look forward to following the progress. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[BJCHEV396]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Subscribed <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

Dan </div></div>Me too....looking forward to watching and learning!

[bobbezss]

I know that car too. He's a cool guy and loves 69 Camaros.

[m22mike]

OK, I am ready <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

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[olredalert]

----Nice 65 Impala that's about to get nicer!!!......Bill S

[CC Rider]

Hmmmmm.......

LQ4's are somewhat plentiful.

[BowtieGent]

Subscribed!

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BowtieGent</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Subscribed! </div></div>

Well, well.....look at who joined sYc.....this web site will never ever be the same <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif

Dan

[novadude]

That's a great looking '65! Especially with the Torq Thrusts.

If it were mine, I would be tempted with a Muncie behind that LS3. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

There is just something about big cars with 4-spds.....

[kwhizz]

The gears started turning today......Decided to get the old heater assy out and start to get the new A/C unit installed......Had to pull the inner fender panel out and heaven forbid........I found Dust on the inner panel,.........Sheesh !!!........Had to stop and clean it before reassembly.......Got the old unit out and added a new switch to the controller along with new cables........Then I got the new unit bolted into place and decided it was time to come in from the heat and take a Nap !!!!

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[Postsedan]

A well deserved nap <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/sleep.gif

Nice jump start.

Dan

[Mr70]

I see Charley helped too..

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mr70</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I see Charley helped too.. </div></div>


LOL..........

[BowtieGent]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BowtieGent</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Subscribed! </div></div>

Well, well.....look at who joined sYc.....<span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="font-style: italic"><span style="color: #FF0000">this web site will never ever be the same</span></span></span> <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif

Dan </div></div>


Ha, You got THAT right... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

I have been lurking for a while, but these LS swaps of Kens always get me inspired. You do recall me saying that the '70 will likely be LS'd in the future...gotta get in ALL the necessary steps for a successful install for when it's MY turn. Ken is a great inspiration, and his builds are some of the cleanest I have seen. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[kwhizz]

Today was fuel Tank day.............Got the Fuel level sender set to spec along with the fuel pump.....Got the fuel lines made......Vent lines in ........and got the wires hooked up then got the tank and fuel pressure regulator installed.......When the time comes I just need to run the fuel line up to the engine........Moving along

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[Postsedan]

Passion driven build with Integrity <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif

Dan

[IM RARE]

changing the world one car at a time you are the LS Guru <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[kwhizz]

Too Hot to work in the Garage ..........went in to take a Nap instead.........After finishing up some wiring and finishing up the fuel tank vent line......LOL

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Too Hot to work in the Garage ..........went in to take a Nap instead.........After finishing up some wiring and finishing up the fuel tank vent line......LOL</div></div>

Dammit -- and I thought I was the only one with that mode of operation! TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

[kwhizz]

Still very Hot and Humid here.......Got the firewall plate for the A/C installed......Got to get some more insulation wrap to finish it off.........then I decided to get the dash out so I could take it into the house (A/C) and get the Dakota Digital gauges installed.......I'll leave the dash out till I finish all the internal A/C hook ups and get the Dakota Digital control modules wired and installed.......Working room......

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Sheesh.........Look at all the Dust........

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Don't worry Keith, I'll clean it...............LOL

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[KM265S]

WOW Ken,thanks for all the cleaning you've been doing. Save the dust, some of that is 51 year old dust. Now when I get my car back not only is it going to be GOODER but it's gonna be cleaner. Lookin' GREAT. I

[KM265S]

I think you're entitled top a nap now.

[Xplantdad]

Ken...being Ken. Awesome!

[kwhizz]

Keith..........About time you registered.............

[Postsedan]

Welcome aboard Keith <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif

Your Impala is Beautiful and in Great Hands.

Dan

[KM265S]

I've been lurking in the weeds on the site for a looooooooooong time. Enjoyed all my visits, especially the Kwhizz postings. Now, seeing as my car is on the site, I figured it was time to register and join in on the fun. Ken is doing me a BIG favor by undertaking this upgrade to my `65. He's a GREAT guy.

[Postsedan]

Keith,

Two things are for certain.....Ken being a great guy and you will be enjoying your Impala soooooooo much more <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

Dan

[Chevyfever]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: markinnaples</div><div class="ubbcode-body">BEAUTIFUL! Big fan of 65's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif </div></div>

X2 <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/Can-I-Have-It.gif

[kwhizz]

Was in the Garage today for only about a 1/2 hour.........put a header on to see if the stock oil dipstick was going to work........Fits perfect... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif..........Then put the adaptor plates on that the &quot;B&quot; body cars need........should have the engine in Tuesday/ Wednesday....

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[ORIGLS6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

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By Qualitek ?

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ORIGLS6</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

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By Qualitek ? </div></div>


Yep.......

[Xplantdad]

Awesome...Welcome, Keith!

[kwhizz]

Getting closer........But........I found more &quot;Dirt&quot; !!!........Sheesh.......Does it ever end...In these &quot;B&quot; body LS swap's......the rear trans cross member needs to get moved back 2 1/4&quot;.....so.....I cut the frame mounts out and will re-weld them in position as required upon install..........Got the engine mounts installed and also the engine and transmission harnesses........Next......Get the drivetrain in the Car......Here are some Pic's

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The Radiator showed up also

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[Postsedan]

Plug and Play <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[KM265S]

WOW, I did not realize my car was that DIRTY. I'm going to end up with some kind of a DIRT complex now and probably have to seek professional help. Sorry for making the mess in your garage. It looks &quot;GOODER&quot; everyday.

[Mr70]

More new parts for your car are showing up @ Kens door everyday.

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mr70</div><div class="ubbcode-body">More new parts for your car are showing up @ Kens door everyday. </div></div>


Wow !!!!

[ORIGLS6]

That's the smallest tool box I've ever seen. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

[kwhizz]

Moved a couple steps forward today........Got the trans cross member frame mounts cut off the frame and the frame cleaned up and ready for welding them in their new position.....and Dave and Gary stopped over to help get the engine in the car.........Got it in and installed the trans cross member , then got everything in position and Brent was there to weld the frame mounts in their new position......started to separate out all the wires and got the Headers installed........Moving along..........

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[Charley Lillard]

You could of at least loaned him the yellow Impala while you have his apart....... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[Postsedan]

The LS Garage and Crew <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

Dan

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You could of at least loaned him the yellow Impala while you have his apart....... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif </div></div>



Just remember...........This is all your fault !!!!!!!

[markinnaples]

That '65 is gonna be killer when it's done. Already looks great.

[KM265S]

All I can say is &quot;WOW !!!!!!!!!&quot;. That LS Motor sure looks like it belongs there. THANKS go out first and foremost to Ken. And also Gary, Dave, Brent and last but not least, Charley. &quot;WOW !!!!!!!!&quot;

[IM RARE]

very slick car Keith

[kwhizz]

The new Alternator showed up today.....so...I decided to get the accessory drive system installed today....Got the Alternator side finished.....started on the Compressor side and realized we didn't order the belt tensioner........Ordered one (Be here Monday).........so.....I decided to get the A/C condenser and Radiator installed.......Moving right along

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[Postsedan]

Very exciting.....looking fantastic <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif

Dan

[resto4u]

Ken, what front drive system your using, and where did you get it ? Thanks,Roger

[kwhizz]

Kwik Performance system..........

www.kwikperf.com (http://www.kwikperf.com)


Ken

[kwhizz]

Had a little spare time today.........Got the Starter in........got the Fuel line installed up to the fuel filter on the firewall (one fitting short of finishing of course).......and believe it or not .....the Tensioner assy for the belt drive I ordered from Amazon was delivered today (Sunday).......So...I put it on and installed the compressor.....Just need to get the proper belt.......A little bit every day

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[Xplantdad]

Looking great!

[kwhizz]

I was going to take a Break for a day and get other stuff done today........Walked into the garage and as I looked at the firewall........(LOL.....can't leave stuff alone ya' Know).......I was unhappy with one of the screws that was holding the A/C firewall plate in position.......Darn !!!........Went in the house and that dam screw was haunting me.......went back out and removed the inner fender panel again and got it fixed correctly..........and I also got all the A/C lines fit and made ........get them crimped tomorrow......

[CC Rider]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[kwhizz]

Got the Front drive set-up finished today........Put the crimped A/C lines on and evacuated the system.....Held 30 lbs vacuum.......dug thru the box of Radiator hose pieces and was able to get a bottom hose pieced together......need to do the Auto store torture for the upper one.......the Driveshaft was finished, went and picked it up and installed it.......The old driveshaft couldn't be shortened because of the reduced diameters..........picked up heater hose parts and started on the air intake......

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Moving along............

[SS427]

Love it! Can't wait!

[Xplantdad]

Getting closer!!

[VintageMusclecar]

Ken, I've gott'a ask--

How in the <span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="text-decoration: underline">HELL</span></span> do you manage to find the time to own/run a business <span style="font-style: italic"><span style="text-decoration: underline">and</span></span> build not only your <span style="font-style: italic">own</span> projects, but all these projects for others at the same time?!?

Do you have a clone?--doppleganger?--time machine?

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif

[Postsedan]

He is OLD SCHOOL, they get it done....and done right <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif

Dan

[Charley Lillard]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: VintageMusclecar</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ken, I've gott'a ask--

How in the <span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="text-decoration: underline">HELL</span></span> do you manage to find the time to own/run a business <span style="font-style: italic"><span style="text-decoration: underline">and</span></span> build not only your <span style="font-style: italic">own</span> projects, but all these projects for others at the same time?!?

Do you have a clone?--doppleganger?--time machine?

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He has two Sons in the business that are happy when he is gone.

[earntaz]

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[SS427]

Not to mention a wife with a large purse who keeps leaving it laying around and who is also happy when he is not in her face. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

[kwhizz]

I've made a lot of progress........But......Photobucket seems to have some issues and I can't post any pictures.........Darn !!!!!

[kwhizz]

O.k.........Update......Got the fuel line completed......new spark plug wires to clear the headers.....upper and lower Radiator hoses pieced together and installed.....and the air inlet system is completed and installed.......Steam line and heater hoses will be completed today........PCV system and Power Steering hose are about all that's left to do in the engine compartment other than wiring.....Here are some pic's

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[Xplantdad]

Looks great!

[kwhizz]

Got all the heater hoses hooked up along with the steam port line.......Filled the system with coolant....no Leaks........started filling the trans with fluid also.....Monday I'll deal with the power steering lines and reservoir.......Then Wiring........Getting closer....We might be able to save this &quot;Beater&quot;.......now that we knocked all the dirt off of it !!!!!......Just say'in !!!

[earntaz]

Work good -- go long way!! TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[kwhizz]

I have been asked by a few people to compile a list of parts required to to a &quot;B&quot; body LS swap.......I'll try...............LOL.....

GM Connect and Cruise assy or equivalent ........The GM set-up consists of mostly everything needed (engine , trans, torque converter, sensors, harnesses, engine and trans controllers, O2 sensors and Bungs, Etc)

Motor Mount adaptor plates that raise the engine 5/8&quot; to clear the cross member (made by me.....If interested PM me) generic plates won't work

Holley 302-1 Pan

Kwik Performance front drive set-up

GM starter

I like to use a 2006 GTO 140Amp alternator (jumper cable 4 pin to 2 pin) from Speartech

Classic Auto Air heat and A/C retro kit

Recommended to get a Aluminum LS Radiator assy with dual fans (your choice)

Dakota Digital VHX gauges

Dakota Digital Fan Controller

Dakota Digital OBD module to feed the gauges directly from the ECM

you will need to move your Trans Cross member frame mounts back to suit

your drive shaft will need to be shortened or made new

A new fuel system will be needed......Tanks makes an economical set-up including Tank, Fuel Pump, Fuel level sender, and filter regulator....or you can go with advanced technology using a Ricks tank set-up with a Vaporworx pump controller

New fuel lines and fittings

Probably forgot a lot but I will update as I remember

[kwhizz]

No pictures today.......But.....I got a couple of hours in today on getting the wiring started......finished up wiring up the Heater/ A/C blower motor.....moved the control lever......starting blowing air and the different speeds worked also.......Sheesh !!!........Hooked up the starter circuit......turned the key and the engine turned over........Humm !!!......Maybe this car stuff isn't that hard after all.....LOL......got the ECM and Fuse mount issues figured out.......I'll make the mounts tomorrow.......Then the straw that broke the camels back.........I was running the new Dakota Digital Fuel Sender wires and fuel pump wires up to the dash following the factory wire route.......when I got to feeding the wires up and over the rear axle assy and up thru the original opening.........when I got out from under the car I noticed I had some dirt on my arms...........Sheesh !!!.......That's it.........Done for the day ..........

[earntaz]

DIRT!@#$ Dammit Jim!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[KM265S]

Man !!!!!!!!!! All this talk about how dirty my car is. Now some of my buddies who have been following Ken's progress on this site are calling me &quot;PIG PEN&quot;. GEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEZ !!!!!!!!!!!! I'll never live this down.

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KM265S</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Man !!!!!!!!!! All this talk about how dirty my car is. Now some of my buddies who have been following Ken's progress on this site are calling me &quot;PIG PEN&quot;. GEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEZ !!!!!!!!!!!! I'll never live this down. </div></div>



LOL...............It is what it &quot;Is&quot;

[kwhizz]

So........We did a lot of driving back and fort to the hydraulic hose shop......first to find the correct fittings.....(11/16-18 flared at the box and 16MM &quot;O&quot; ring on the pump) then fit the line and then Crimped....Got the pressure side installed then installed the reservoir and return lines.....added fluid and again......no leaks.....

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Then I made a mount for the GM fuse panel and got it mounted...........then installed the modules.......the mess of wires is starting to disappear.....

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[Xplantdad]

Mr. Clean Install! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[kwhizz]

I had some issues with the brakes on my Impala Convert so I have taken a couple days off on Keith's car.....Back on it Saturday..........Just wiring left....

Ken

[kwhizz]

Getting near the end.......Got all the Dakota Digital modules in and wired....the GM connect and cruise set-up takes about 30 minutes to hook up......LOL.....I have to install the dash assy and wire in the cooling fan relays and get the console and shifter installed......that's about it........Here's a video and it should be going for exhaust next week



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[KM265S]

That Video sure made my day, week, month and year. THANKS Ken !!!!!!!!!! It won't be long now. I'll be having a dumpster dropped by Ken's house for all the DIRT I'll be leaving behind. Probably gonna need a Front End Loader too.

[427TJ]

Vary cool x100!

[kwhizz]

Going for the exhaust system a week from Monday........Then I can get this Beater out of the Garage.....LOL

[Postsedan]

Ha.....I just fell off my chair in laughter <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

&quot;Damn LS Motors they are no fun....they start up all the time&quot; Priceless!

Dan

[427TJ]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ha.....I just fell off my chair in laughter <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

&quot;Damn LS Motors they are no fun....they start up all the time&quot; Priceless!

Dan </div></div>

Reminds me of the Maytag repair man commercials. Nothing to do!

[L78biscayne]

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[kwhizz]

Got pretty much all the Dakota Digital inside wiring finished today.......The car had a 4 speed and console in it.....Prior to bringing it over Keith covered up the hole for the shifter and bought a Shiftworks cable operated shifter assy........so....It was time to get it installed, but......it seems there are some adjustments needed to get the neutral safety switch adjusted correctly.......I'll get that set tomorrow along with getting the Gas Pedal installed..........then one step back.....found a leaky fuel line fitting at the gas tank.......and the lower dash A/C vents don't fit the under dash mounts......need to call them tomorrow and get the correct parts.........Going for the exhaust next Monday..............

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[kwhizz]

Got all the A/C ductwork installed along with the vents.......the gas pedal also got installed......Ialso got started on installing the fan relays.......just need to get the wiring for the Trinary switch and a couple of A/C wires hooked up....then put the dash back in and get the neutral safety switch adjusted.......my one issue I have is a very slight gas leak from a fitting on the top of the tank.....Darn......need to pull the tank down and see what's going on there.......

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[Xplantdad]

Getting closer!

[kwhizz]

Got the Trinary switch and all the A/C wiring finished today........then I moved on to the Fan Relay's.....That open area next to the Battery sure filled up fast......LOL........Done !!!........one of those stupid little things that was a little problem was the Brake Booster Vacuum line......the Power Booster had a hole size larger than most and I couldn't find a Check Valve to fit with the new sizes needed.....so....I made up a adapter and blended the large and small hoses together........Started to put the dash assy in.......I'll finish that up tomorrow and then the last thing (hopefully) to do is to drop the Gas Tank and reseal the pipe thread fittings that leak one drop at a time......Darn.......Gotta fix it....

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[KM265S]

DAMN, that sure does look NICE!!!!!!!!!! Or should I say GOODER? A piece of KWHIZZ art.

[resto4u]

Ken, i like the battery choice. I have been buying those for years, the longest living battery i have ever had. Even if drained dead, they come back and last.

[kwhizz]

Pulled the gas tank out today and got the leak fixed (Teflon Tape instead of pipe joint compound......Lesson Learned-AGAIN !!!!!)......Then I finished the Dash install......Started programming the Dakota Digital system and got a few issues........I'll call them tomorrow and their Tech Support will walk me thru the programming sequence........LOL.......Also.......the neutral safety switch is fighting back.........waiting for a call from Shiftworks to resolve that issue.....

Here's a pic of the dash.........(engine off , key on, lights on)Check engine light is on because the O2 Sensors aren't installed yet..........Going for the Exhaust on Monday........

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[L78biscayne]

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[SS427]

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[kwhizz]

Beater ....................

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Had to wash the Garage floor to clean up all the Dust that fell off the Beater

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[Postsedan]

Kwhizz Rocks <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/Can-I-Have-It.gif

Keith we are hoping that you join us for the last Mundelein on Sept. 14th.

Dan

[KM265S]

My face is starting to hurt from SMILING !!!!!!!!!!!

Dan, Park on Park was already on my &quot;List of Things to Do&quot; in September. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KM265S</div><div class="ubbcode-body">My face is starting to hurt from SMILING !!!!!!!!!!!

Dan, Park on Park was already on my &quot;List of Things to Do&quot; in September. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif </div></div>

Perfect.....many more smiles on Sept 14th <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[kwhizz]

The lower seal in the power steering box is leaking........Sheesh.......First the Dust and Dirt......Now this mess to clean up.........LOL........The Beater is off to the Exhaust shop (hope they don't charge extra for cleaning up the mess ) and then tomorrow we get the A/C system charged.........Then off to Keith's house.......

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[RPOLS3]

Awesome

[Arrowsmith]

Stunning car. Great Job (as usual...L-O-L).

[earntaz]

The lower seal in the power steering box is leaking. Put it thru a few heat cycles -- maybe it will seal up. TAZ

[Postsedan]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[napa68]

Another sweet conversion. Job well done!

[njsteve]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: earntaz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The lower seal in the power steering box is leaking. Put it thru a few heat cycles -- maybe it will seal up. TAZ </div></div>

Yeah, right. And if you believe that leak will heal itself I got another nice, &quot;rust-free&quot; yellow Impala ragtop to sell youz guys. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

[kwhizz]

The Exhaust system just needs some finish welding and it is done........Going to Ricchio's tomorrow for A/C charging.......then back home to Keith's........

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[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: njsteve</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: earntaz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The lower seal in the power steering box is leaking. Put it thru a few heat cycles -- maybe it will seal up. TAZ </div></div>

Yeah, right. And if you believe that leak will heal itself I got another nice, &quot;rust-free&quot; yellow Impala ragtop to sell youz guys. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif </div></div>

Ken -- It will cost you nothing to take a shot at my suggestion ... on the other hand ...

[njsteve]

LOL. I couldn't resist. Hey, it's a Joysey thing. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: njsteve</div><div class="ubbcode-body">LOL. I couldn't resist. Hey, it's a Joysey thing. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif </div></div>

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[kwhizz]

Keith is probably going to swap in a Jeep Grand Cherokee 12.7 to 1 box..........Direct bolt in except for the Rag joint......

[tom406]

I would appreciate if someone would post a comprehensive pictorial Grand Cherokee to A body steering box swap. So, rag joint and I thought I read the hose fittings were different and req'd an adapter?

[L78_Nova]

Team Chevelle site has a very comprehensive thread on this subject.

http://www.chevelles.com/forums/16-brake...-then-some.html (http://www.chevelles.com/forums/16-brakes-suspension-steering/334534-jeep-box-upgrade-pics-then-some.html)

[tom406]

Thank you. The fact that its 39 pages long confirms that its not a slam dunk, idiot proof procedure to get the CORRECT box and put it in the car without drama. It sounds like LEE power steering is back up and running offering adapters for the hoses...

[KM265S]

Well, today was the BIG day. I got a brand new 2016 1965 Impala Supersport delivered to my house. UNBELIEVABLE !!!!!!!!! Took it for a blast just after Ken and Gary left. It's a totally different animal now. Good thing I was wearing my Depends. The car is crazy fast and the A/C blows ice cubes out of the vents. This would have never happened if it wasn't for Ken. SPECIAL THANKS goes out to Ken. He's a Great Guy and a True Friend. I have a few minor things that I need to take care of but I'm sure looking forward to driving my brand new 2016 1965 Impala Supersport. My neighbor came over and just about crapped his pants when I opened the hood.
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[Postsedan]

Keith.....we will see you and your new 2016 1965 Impala at Mundelein <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

WELL DONE Ken.....now on to the next LS Build.....I certainly know this was not your last LS build <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif

Dan

[John Brown]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The Exhaust system just needs some finish welding and it is done........Going to Ricchio's tomorrow for A/C charging.......then back home to Keith's........



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Ooh, X pipe. Personally, I love the sound. While others may not, anything that makes more power without loss of drivability or fuel milage is tops in my book. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Charley Lillard]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KM265S</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Well, today was the BIG day. I got a brand new 2016 1965 Impala Supersport delivered to my house. UNBELIEVABLE !!!!!!!!! Took it for a blast just after Ken and Gary left. It's a totally different animal now. Good thing I was wearing my Depends. The car is crazy fast and the A/C blows ice cubes out of the vents. This would have never happened if it wasn't for Ken. SPECIAL THANKS goes out to Ken. He's a Great Guy and a True Friend. I have a few minor things that I need to take care of but I'm sure looking forward to driving my brand new 2016 1965 Impala Supersport. My neighbor came over and just about crapped his pants when I opened the hood.
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif </div></div>

Welcome to the Family Keith. Big thanks to Ken for doing this. Can I borrow it ?

[KM265S]

Thanks Charley. I was told you are the guy who started this whole LS thing. You'll have to wait till I get to play with it for awhile before I even think of borrowing it out. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[Charley Lillard]

We are gonna need a burnout video...

[earntaz]

X2 <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[SS427]

Great job Ken and thanks for sharing another swap as it has given me even more enthusiasm to do one.

[kwhizz]

Sorry I couldn't post yesterday.....had some computer issues.........Anyhow......The Exhaust system got finished and the A/C system got charged.......I was so excited to get that &quot;Pile&quot; out of the Garage that I forgot to take a bunch of pictures on the delivery of the car to Keith.....I had Keith keep the Hood at his house so I wouldn't have to worry about scratching it while working on the car, so.....I drove it back to his house without the hood..........(Lot's of honks from the truck drivers along the way as they could see what was powering the car).......LOL..... Gary followed me to give me a ride home.........any how.....we met Keith, Bob and Keith's wife Kathy at the house and delivered the car.......Explained a lot of the features to Keith that are now built into his &quot;Heap&quot;.......LOL......Just glad to be able to help out a fellow Car Guy............

Here's a short Video of the drive to Keith's House

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Keith, Kathy, and Bob

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Gary with the car

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All Done......Now I can go home and get the Garage cleaned up.......LOL

[SS427]

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[Postsedan]

Another happy and satisfied LS transplant gar guy.....via Kwhizz <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[earntaz]

Nice flag in the hangin' on the wall ... TAZ

[Xplantdad]

Way cool...and we do need the burnout video.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

[napa68]

Great job Ken....................even a finer gesture.

You're one hell of a character...........and a finer individual!

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[earntaz]

Puurrddeee damn good job!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[IM RARE]

one of kind thats Kennys so where the burnout video

[Damien]

Another awesome conversion Ken. Great job. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Tenney]

Too cool!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

[kwhizz]

Now that the car season has rolled around again..........Keith sent some pictures of his car after final assembly..........interior is in and completed and he installed a Hydro-Boost also.....Me thinks he enjoys the car better with the upgraded drivetrain.........Maybe Keith will respond with his thoughts about the before and after...........LOL.......Here are the Pictures

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[Xplantdad]

Very nice, Ken...and Keith!

[KM265S]

Are you shittin' me? The car is a blast to drive now. Not that it wasn't fun to drive before but it's 10 times more fun now. Horsepower, torque, reliability, gas mileage and ice cold a/c as a bonus. Over the last 20 years i've faced some serious health issues that have left me with some physical limitations. The car is a lot more user friendly for me now. I've been to a couple cruise nights so far and have gotten a lot of nice complements on the car and the upgrade. Ken did a great job and the conversion was worth every penny. I considered my car to be day 2 before but now with the ls motor i'm gonna call it day 3. Looking forward to miles of smiles this summer. Thanks again ken.

[yellow wagon]

When does the wagon get the LS treatment next? :)

[kwhizz]

So..........I go to a car show today and guess who brought their Beater down from Milwaukee.........LOL........So.....In looking at it and notice all the dust in the engine compartment.......WTF..........So......Keith tells me he doesn't have much time to clean it anymore because he's too busy driving it now.......LOL



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[KM265S]

And later the Judge came by and told me he had to take points off because my windows weren't open far enough so he could see inside the car. Naturally I apologized and said "That's OK, I'm not trophy hunting today. It's just a BEATER. I just came to have a good time". LOL !!!!

[Xplantdad]

So..........I go to a car show today and guess who brought their Beater down from Milwaukee.........LOL........So.....In looking at it and notice all the dust in the engine compartment.......WTF..........So......Keith tells me he doesn't have much time to clean it anymore because he's too busy driving it now.......LOL



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I see Gary, Paulette and Shirley in the background :) :headbang:

[kwhizz]

I see Gary, Paulette and Shirley in the background :) :headbang:


Good Eyes........LOL

[bobbezss]

Naturally, I apologized?

[kwhizz]

So...… An update...…. Keith's car transition at the time had made him very happy and tripled his enjoyment of his car Hobby...…… Unfortunately Keith's Health issues came back a year ago and the car never moved out of the garage at all last year...…. Keith spent his year suffering thru Chemo and Radiation...….In November he was feeling better (slightly)….. But..... In a checkup it was determined that the Cancer was back...…. He went thru a 7 hour operation yesterday to remove a Tumor from his throat area...…. He is in Intensive Care right now and could use everyone's Prayers...….. Appreciate every day we have !!!!!!

Ken

[Xplantdad]

I will say prayers for Keith, Ken. So sorry to hear of this news. :(

[m22mike]

I will say prayers for Keith, Ken. So sorry to hear of this news. :(

X2 Ken, at this point in time we're both fortunate to not have any major health issues.

Mike

[Dave Rifkin]

That's very sad news; I will keep him in my prayers.

[Rainer]

So...… An update...…. Keith's car transition at the time had made him very happy and tripled his enjoyment of his car Hobby...…… Unfortunately Keith's Health issues came back a year ago and the car never moved out of the garage at all last year...…. Keith spent his year suffering thru Chemo and Radiation...….In November he was feeling better (slightly)….. But..... In a checkup it was determined that the Cancer was back...…. He went thru a 7 hour operation yesterday to remove a Tumor from his throat area...…. He is in Intensive Care right now and could use everyone's Prayers...….. Appreciate every day we have !!!!!!

Ken

If you get a chance, please pass along thoughts and prayers from Rainer. Its been several years since I last had contact with him.

I met Keith when I still lived in SE Wisconsin in the 90s. I actually met his brother Brian first, when he delivered a UPS order of Chevelle parts from Year One, and wanted to see what car the parts were going on. I shared a passion for 65s with Keith, and chatted with him about his beautiful 65 wagon.

Time is precious.

[Postsedan]

Wishing Keith and his Family the very best.....thanks for sharing this news Ken.

Prayers sent.

Dan

[x77-69z28]

Prayers sent for a full and speedy recovery!
Buddy

[ORIGLS6]

Every day is a gift; every day with friends is a blessing.

[kwhizz]

Update...….. Keith is recovering very slowly from the "Serious" surgery he had...… But every day he gets a little Better...….

[Postsedan]

Excellent news.....prayers sent.

Dan

[kwhizz]

Good News...… Keith was released from the Hospital yesterday...…. Still has to get nourishment thru a feeding tube due to swelling and not being able to move his Jaw yet... But..... He's home and hopefully the recovery process will continue !!!!!!!!

[Steve Shauger]

Wonderful news, thanks for keeping us updated.

[dykstra]

Hoping Keith has a speedy recovery.

[kwhizz]

Keith had his feeding tube and all his staples and stitches removed today. He still has issues opening his mouth, but........ he will be able to drink water for the first time since the Surgery.......He said his mouth was dry like the desert.......... he will never take a drink of anything for granted again....... Congrats Keith.......

[Postsedan]

Keep the great news coming :)

Dan

[Xplantdad]

Thanks for the update Ken~ !:biggthumpup:

[dykstra]

Great news!!

[KM265S]

Thanks to all of you who sent your prayers and wishes for a speedy recovery. I have been battling 4 different forms of cancer these last 23 years. This past year with the oral cancer was the worst. I f you have your health consider youtself blessed. Thanks again.

[Dave Rifkin]

Glad to see you're feeling better Keith; keep fighting we're all pulling for you.

[kwhizz]

Good News...… Keith had a great week and is really starting to feel better !!!!