Andy's 66 Caprice LS Conversion Upgrade

[kwhizz]

I met Andy at the Elkhorn Swap meet a year ago and we were talking about the LS swap into the 66 Impala Convert.....We got hooked up again in early summer this year and were talking about the Ackermann issues these "B" body cars have........Ended up Andy had the GM Service Bulletin from 1966 resolving these issues .........Anyhow......Here we go again........LOL......
Staring point is a pretty nice rust free Caprice.........Putting in a LS3 480 HP/4L70E GM connect and cruise set-up just like we put in Gary and Keith's cars.....

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[Crush]

Will you do LS conversion on any GM car?

[kwhizz]

The trans tunnel is tight in these cars and getting the cooling lines out to the radiator is simplified by getting rid of the factory fittings and going aftermarket with trans rated rubber hose......

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The next issue is the Holley 302-1 pan contacts the front cross member.......I made up some engine mount adaptor plates to raise the engine a 1/2" to resolve that issue...............

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Got the starter and converter bolted in.......Then the wiring........LOL.......Probably get it in the car tomorrow

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[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Crush</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Will you do LS conversion on any GM car? </div></div>


I just play with the &quot;B&quot; Bodies.........I know what to do with them........

[Postsedan]

The Kwhizz Wheel of LS Builds Continues.....I love this Channel, this is so MUCH BETTER that Velocity.....Kindig and Kev-Dogg have nothing on you <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Looking forward to another amazing LS Transplant <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[KM265S]

Nice clean Caprice. Hopefully you don't find any dirt on this one like you found on my Impala. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif Another kwhizz work of art on the way.

[CC Rider]

Love these cars, and these builds. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[BJCHEV396]

'66 my fave...I'll be watching this one closely!

[mssl72]

Hmmmm... Bruce should I pull the L72 out of my '66 Caprice??

[Xplantdad]

Awesome...this one will be done in less than a week <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mssl72</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hmmmm... Bruce should I pull the L72 out of my '66 Caprice??</div></div>

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/bs.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif LOL

[markinnaples]

I think this has been posted before, but do you mind giving a ballpark estimate of an LS-conversion (garden variety LS, nothing crazy like an LSA) in a first gen Camaro if you know? Just curious, thanks.

[Brucebodyman]

I've done several of these conversions a basic conversion involves connect and cruise package. 11k for 430 hp. 2k for aftermarket accessory drive 1k for cooling system upgrade 6-800 for fuel system upgrade 400 for new driveshaft 300 for air induction that's around 15,500 in parts add another 1k for incidentals that's $16,500 roughly. Plus labor to do the switch.

[kwhizz]

Engine and Trans (GM Connect and Cruise) LS3 480HP / 4L70E trans set-up around $11K....Then you have the extra's.....A/C ....Radiator.....Etc....


Ken

[WILMASBOYL78]

How much to put the 283 and glide back in? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

[markinnaples]

Thanks for the info.

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How much to put the 283 and glide back in? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif </div></div>

X2 ......................................

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How much to put the 283 and glide back in? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif </div></div>


Andy wants to drive the car...........Hence the &quot;Upgrade&quot;..........LOL

[kwhizz]

Got the Fuel system pretty much completed today......Fuel Pump fit and installed........Fuel Level Sender fit and installed........Filter Regulator installed and lines made........Then got the Tank installed.........Wiring for the Pump and the Dakota Digital fuel gauge installed also........Moving along..........

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[flyingn]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How much to put the 283 and glide back in? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif </div></div>

I agree. Sad to do that to such a nice car

[WILMASBOYL78]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: flyingn</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How much to put the 283 and glide back in? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif </div></div>

I agree. Sad to do that to such a nice car </div></div>


Just to be clear...my post was a fun poke at Tibor...his LS conversions are incredible and everyone should build their car they want to.

As Dino said &quot;just trying to have a little fun folks&quot;

-Wilma [nu-yawk president kwhizz fan club <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif ]

[kwhizz]

LOL............. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[earntaz]

Have to agree -- as I've said before ... to each his own. (but keep the two-eight-three ... next owner MAY want to reverse the swap) ... TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Zman1969]

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Whizz, was wondering about the fuel hose your using. I looked at that before deciding to use plastic heard so much about hoses deteriorating after years due to alcohol? in fuel
I bought this kit and tried a couple fittings on the lines and simple ehough and since like OE should be durable

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Dorman 800-300 Nylon Fuel Line Repair Kit, 104 Piece under $200 on amazon dont get me wrong that stuff your looking is sexy! I was worried about longevity an old Firebird of mine was having issues with stainless braded leaking and its was pretty old and didnt want to do it twice- thoughts?

Great work as usual I've seen a few of your swaps!

[njsteve]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: earntaz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Have to agree -- as I've said before ... to each his own. (but keep the two-eight-three ... next owner MAY want to reverse the swap) ... TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif </div></div>

Or in the future maybe the trend will be to put orphan 1960's era drivetrains in modern cars. Can't wait to see the first 2016 Chevy Volt with a 283 powerglide in it. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[earntaz]

Hmmm -- you may have started a trend here Steve ... good luck!

[Tenney]

<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">Have to agree -- as I've said before ... to each his own. (but keep the two-eight-three ... next owner MAY want to reverse the swap) ... TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif </div></div>

Or in the future maybe the trend will be to put orphan 1960's era drivetrains in modern cars. Can't wait to see the first 2016 Chevy Volt with a 283 powerglide in it. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif </div></div>

Nice! Go out hunting one of Lutz's ZR1 Fiskers w/that rascal ...!

[napa68]

I believe Ken is using a &quot;lined&quot; hose, that is ethanol compatible. Its what I used on my 59 when I installed the LS1.

Tim

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: napa68</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I believe Ken is using a &quot;lined&quot; hose, that is ethanol compatible. Its what I used on my 59 when I installed the LS1.

Tim</div></div>

Teflon lining?

[flyingn]

No Doubt. Amazing work for sure, I was just hoping to see this sort of beautiful artwork in a basket case instead of a mint car.


<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: flyingn</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How much to put the 283 and glide back in? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif </div></div>

I agree. Sad to do that to such a nice car </div></div>


Just to be clear...my post was a fun poke at Tibor...his LS conversions are incredible and everyone should build their car they want to.

As Dino said &quot;just trying to have a little fun folks&quot;

-Wilma [nu-yawk president kwhizz fan club <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif ] </div></div>

[napa68]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: earntaz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: napa68</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I believe Ken is using a &quot;lined&quot; hose, that is ethanol compatible. Its what I used on my 59 when I installed the LS1.

Tim</div></div>

Teflon lining? </div></div>

Its actually referred to as PTFE.

For instance......
https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/productselection.asp?Product=3480

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: napa68</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: earntaz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: napa68</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I believe Ken is using a &quot;lined&quot; hose, that is ethanol compatible. Its what I used on my 59 when I installed the LS1.

Tim</div></div>

Teflon lining? </div></div>

Its actually referred to as PTFE.

For instance......
https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/productselection.asp?Product=3480</div></div>

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) -- synthetic fluoropolymer of tetrafluoroethylene. Brand name of PTFE-based formulas is Teflon -- thanks to DuPont which discovered the compound in 1938.

[Postsedan]

I need some updated pics <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dan

[kwhizz]

Pulled a muscle in my leg.........Been out of commission for a couple of days.......Engine going in tomorrow though........

[Xplantdad]

Hope you are feeling better, soon!

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Pulled a muscle in my leg.........Been out of commission for a couple of days.......Engine going in tomorrow though........</div></div>

Damn Ken -- you're almost as old as I am ... pulled back the throttle is not always bad. As you have already said -- there is tomorrow. Relax and throw down a few <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif TAZ

[Postsedan]

On no.....You'll be back at it in no time.....get your rest. Don't over do it.

Dan

[napa68]

Wounded LS Make'um Better Guy.

Get better sooner..................we need updates <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

Take care Ken!

[IM RARE]

KNSW

[WILMASBOYL78]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Pulled a muscle in my leg.........Been out of commission for a couple of days.......Engine going in tomorrow though........ </div></div>

Probably from lifting his wife's purse <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Pulled a muscle in my leg.........Been out of commission for a couple of days.......Engine going in tomorrow though........ </div></div>

Probably from lifting his wife's purse <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif </div></div>

I'm sure you meant &quot;snatching&quot; his wife purse so he could buy more LS goodies ... ?!? TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif X2

[kwhizz]

Well.......Dave and Greg came over today and helped out putting the engine in the car......Took all of about 5 minutes.....Now the fun starts......Andy cut off the trans mounts from the frame......got the cross member installed and tack welded the mounts back in.......Brent will do the final welding tomorrow....(he's a real welder....LOL).......On with the assembly.....

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[kwhizz]

More.................

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[Postsedan]

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Hope the Leg is doing better.

Dan

[IM RARE]

wow you was busy after we left ..nice

[flyingn]

It IS damn beautiful <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[ImpalaAndy]

I am stoked!!!!

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ImpalaAndy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am stoked!!!! </div></div>


Welcome to the Best car site on the Net Andy !!!!!

[VintageMusclecar]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ImpalaAndy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am stoked!!!! </div></div>


Welcome to the Best car site on the Net Andy !!!!! </div></div>

Where's that damned &quot;like&quot; button??? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Xplantdad]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ImpalaAndy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am stoked!!!! </div></div>


Welcome to the Best car site on the Net Andy !!!!! </div></div>

You can say that again!

And, you have already met one of the coolest guys on the net!

[kwhizz]

The leg is now getting back to normal and things are starting to move again.......Didn't say anything yesterday, but if you look at the picture below, you will see the front Chinese header bolt is missing......I was using a air ratchet to draw them in and the bolt as it was running down just snapped off.........Talk about getting pissed........That was a signal to go take a Nap.......It was in an accessible position, but getting the drill started in the center of the bolt to drill it out in an area that wasn't the best to see what you were doing.........went to the shop today and thought it thru....Made a bushing to go into the header flange with the metric tap drill size in it.......put it in and it centered the drill perfectly.....drilled thru the bolt and retapped the hole.......problem solved......

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Now that my Blood Pressure was down to normal, I went on and finished getting the Front Drive set-up installed........Headers installed on both sides and got the frame trans cross member mounts all welded in.......Time for a nap again (a good one this time)

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[WILMASBOYL78]

Nice work...but, we wouldn't expect anything less!

By the way...was it your left leg or your right <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

-wilma

[Xplantdad]

That's so cool that you made the tool to center the drill! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Zman1969]

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looks great so much more power, reliability, economy! well done

[kwhizz]

Went and picked up a yoke for the transmission and got all the dimensions for the Driveshaft that is being made at Don's Automotive in Kenosha.......Also got the fuel line and Filter installed and completed.......then I installed the column shift linkage........moving along......Driveshaft should be finished today

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[SuperNovaSS]

You have this down to a science Ken. Keep up the good work.

Jason

[Postsedan]

Where did all the pics go? You may have to renew your Photobucket account <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

Dan

[kwhizz]

I think Photobucket is having some issues........Account is up to date but I can't even log in to upload more pic's..............Looks like their site is down..........

[kwhizz]

Looks like Photobucket is back to normal.........So.....Here are some update pic's....Picked up the drive shaft today and got it installed....

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Made a mount for the GM fuse panel and got it mounted....

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Got the mounting plate for the ECM and TCM..........Then installed the unit in the car.....

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[kwhizz]

Got the front drive belt installed.........With this set-up a 99.5&quot; belt fits perfectly.......

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Got all the A/C hoses made and installed.......

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Wiring is starting to be put in place

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Radiator is in temporarily.......Need to modify the mounting holes........Keith's bolted right in.......Hummm.....

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Mocking up the air intake system...........Getting closer

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Starting to look like a completed project.........

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Going for the exhaust system next Thursday........Don't know if I will have it wired and running by then, but, if not it will be flatbedded............

[ImpalaAndy]

Boy are you quick.

[Crush]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ImpalaAndy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Boy are you quick. </div></div>
X2!!

[ImpalaAndy]

I just realized I am being &quot;Overhauled'

[kwhizz]

Just about finished under the car.......By moving the trans cross member back a couple inches, it now made the E-Brake cable way too long.........had to cut it to suit and make a new stop feature for locking the cable........worked out perfectly.....


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The transmission cooler lines are in and installed......Just needs trans fluid......

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Also got the heater valve and lines finished up also......

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[KM265S]

I had given Dewitt's the information on where the mounting holes needed to be on the radiator I purchased for my `65. Andy's radiator spacer should be the same. Dewitt's evidently did not save these measurements for the next job.

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KM265S</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I had given Dewitt's the information on where the mounting holes needed to be on the radiator I purchased for my `65. Andy's radiator spacer should be the same. Dewitt's evidently did not save these measurements for the next job. </div></div>


Yeah ,...........They were about a 1/4&quot; off...........I had to elongate the holes to get it mounted......Hydra Boost show up yet ?????

[KM265S]

The Hydra Boost set up has not shown up as of yet. I'll be calling on Monday. Almost six weeks since I placed the order. They must be in demand. Hope it gets here soon. I want to really get a chance to drive my Impala before it needs to be tucked away for winter.

[ImpalaAndy]

Where are you purchasing the Hydraboost from? I'm contemplating the same, and what brake set-uo do you have?

[njsteve]

Is the hydroboost a modified version or a stock application for some recent car?

[kwhizz]

Here you go..........Steve....Don't know........But, My Impala now stop like an Indy Car...........


http://www.hydratechbraking.com/

[KM265S]

Andy, the Hydraboost setup I purchased is from Hydratech. The unit is built specific to your car. As far as brakes go, I've got a pretty basic front disk conversion kit that I installed on my `65 years ago. I do not remember who I got it from. With the cam that comes in the 480hp LS3 there's just not enough vacuum to use a vacuum brake booster. The Hydrabooster should solve the brake issue.

[njsteve]

Yeah, that looks like they modify and adapt an existing application to fit your setup. The actual boost unit itself looks just like the one in my '95 diesel Suburban. I had to replace the 'burb's unit a month ago after 134,000 miles of good service, and only because it started dripping from a rear seal.

[kwhizz]

Upadate.........Got Lucky and found a upper Radiator hose that fit perfectly......Got the Air Intake set-up completed with fittings for the PCV system and MAF sensor.........and Got the power steering hose made and installed, along with the reservoir.......started on getting the fan relay's wired and installed......Moving along..........

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[Postsedan]

Nice mouse pad <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Looking fantastic <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

Dan

[cook_dw]

Great looking car and love the swap threads. Im sure you know this but in the past when doing LS swaps I would back fill the engine through the upper rad hose to help with getting the t-stat to open and allow circulation due to air being trapped in the system. Had it happen more than once with an engine going over 220 and it not opening and it would work every time.

[Xplantdad]

Clean and detailed...the Kwhizz way! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[earntaz]

I noticed a possible issue with the driveshaft. I have always been led to believe to install/index the zerk fitting on the compression side of the yoke to prevent breakage -- it appears to be opposite in the photos. If I am wrong -- someone holler at me!! TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

[Big Block Bill]

I was told the zerk fittings are always suppose to point towards the tube (for what that's worth).

Bill

[kwhizz]

Got the radiator hoses completed......got the steam port line in......Filled the system with coolant....... (No leaks.....That's a good thing)....LOL......got the PCV system installed.....Got the wiring roughed in for the Fan Relays.....(Thanks Donnie)...The car is being flat bedded to the exhaust shop for the system to be installed tomorrow........The Dakota Digital Cluster and modules will be arriving tomorrow also........After the exhaust, I need to spend about a hour finishing the wiring under the hood and about a day getting the Dakota stuff installed..........Getting real close...

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[Postsedan]

Your muffler shop has to Love You <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Xplantdad]

Betcha Andy can't wait!!

[ImpalaAndy]

Betcha right!

[kwhizz]

Exhaust is in and the car is back........Another great job by Dave's Mufflers in Kenosha.......James works his magic again

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[Xplantdad]

Looks great!

[olredalert]

----He is going to waste those tires......Bill S

[napa68]

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Those tires may be the only thing to keep that 10 bolt alive <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

[kwhizz]

Got pretty much all the under hood wiring completed today......went to spin the engine over and found out the neutral safety switch is toast......Andy ordered a new one and that will be his winter project to install it.......LOL....Then we had a major disaster.......added coolant to the Radiator to top it off and come out the next morning and a puddle of coolant under the car......Humm !!!!.......Ended up being a pin hole in the Radiator weld seam..........Sheesh !!!!.......First we had Keith's car dropping dirt all over the place, now we have Andy's &quot;Leakasourus&quot; dumping coolant all over the place.........Time to call the Hazmat team again ............Time to get this &quot;Beater&quot; out of the garage......Andy is coming to drive it home next Saturday...........Put a self tapping screw with a rubber grommet thru the Radiator hole and tightened the screw squishing the rubber grommet to seal the leak till the new Radiator shows up and Andy can replace it at his place.......LOL

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Need to hook up the Vacuum line to the Brake Booster and everything else left to do is get all the Dakota Digital gauges and modules installed....Almost done.....Then off to SEMA to Relax.......

[Xplantdad]

Awesome!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif

[kwhizz]

Getting started on the &quot;Inside&quot; car stuff this morning.........Got the Gas pedal installed and plugged in.....also took the Dash out to get the Dakota Digital install going......Again.....Look at the Dust on the dash assy.........Sheesh !!!......at least the dust fell inside the car and not on the floor.......

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[KM265S]

THANK GOD you found some dirt. Now I don't feel so bad.

[Paul_S]

Tilt-Tele column...

Yeah, those tires will be screaming like their walking on hot coals.


Paul

[kwhizz]

http://vid13.photobucket.com/albums/a251...9BB5037C7DE.mp4 (http://vid13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/66%20Caprice/4A3E65AD-5436-4F8E-9EF6-A9BB5037C7DE.mp4)

[Xplantdad]

Sounds great!

[Tenney]

Nice! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[CC Rider]

I like it!

[RPOLS3]

Another awesome build - nice job! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Postsedan]

SEMA called they want you to have your own Build-OFF live at SEMA, ticket sales will surely increase <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[kwhizz]

Time to get Andy's car cleaned up and finished.........Spent the day yesterday getting the Dakota Digital modules installed and wired ..............Todays project was to get the Dash cleaned, disassembled, and get the new Gauge assy installed, programmed and installed.......After getting that finished, I started the car and let it run and get up to temperature......Fan Relays kicked the fans on just like they are supposed to.....One of the little issues that pop up every now and then was the neutral safety switch.......This one was broken and going from the early trans to the overdrive created a safety issue........So......I informed Andy the switch was bad and I installed jumper wires to by-pass the old switch...After thinking about it and reading the instructions for the Dakota gear shift position sensor module, I installed a relay and wired it per the instructions..........LOL......Don't need no stinking mechanical switch...... ...Andy is coming to pick it up and drive it home on Saturday....

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[Charley Lillard]

You started on the 3rd. What took you so long....

[KM265S]

Gary, then Keith, and now Andy. Ken will probably knock out another one before Christmas rolls around.

[Postsedan]

Kwhizz LS Swap Shop Rocks <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dan

[427TJ]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
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Love turn-downs like that, tucked up almost out of sight. Very sanitary.

[Xplantdad]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You started on the 3rd. What took you so long.... </div></div>

He was injured! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You started on the 3rd. What took you so long.... </div></div>

He was injured! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif </div></div>

Exactly <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/scholar.gif

Dan

[kwhizz]

Drove it for the first time to get the A/C system charged yesterday..........the car rode beautify, But....now I remember why God invented Disc Brakes and quick ratio steering boxes.....LOL.....Andy already changed the steering linkage in car over to the 67 revision so there wasn't any Ackermann issues.....Maybe I'm just used to driving my wife's cars so I am a little spoiled.........Andy is coming tomorrow to pick up this &quot;Heap&quot;........He still has some tweaking to do over the winter, I know he will be upgrading the brakes etc............Hopefully he will continue the thread with the future mod's............

http://vid13.photobucket.com/albums/a251...C81C64DEA2F.mp4 (http://vid13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/66%20Caprice/E0A48EF4-2D6A-40B4-A448-9C81C64DEA2F.mp4)

[Charley Lillard]

We need a burnout video or the journey is not complete.

[novadude]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Andy already changed the steering linkage in car over to the 67 revision so there wasn't any Ackermann issues..... </div></div>

I never knew they made a change in '67? What changes? Steering arms, or?

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: novadude</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Andy already changed the steering linkage in car over to the 67 revision so there wasn't any Ackermann issues..... </div></div>

I never knew they made a change in '67? What changes? Steering arms, or? </div></div>


http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/455453/132

[Xplantdad]

Great job, Ken!

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Great job, Ken!
</div></div>

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[napa68]

Getting to be time for Ken to have his own sub section...................

Kwizz LS Conversions!

[Postsedan]

Who`s the next customer?

Dan

[kwhizz]

Well..........Andy and his wife came up to pick up their car today.........And........He made it all the way home without any parts falling off........LOL.......

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Another page off the Calendar............I hope Andy keeps this thread going with future upgrades as he completes them............Great car Andy........Enjoy !!!!!!

[Xplantdad]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

[bergy]

Great thread - amazing work Kwhizz!

[WILMASBOYL78]

Are you going to give him his hood back <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are you going to give him his hood back <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif </div></div>



Nope !!!!!

[novadude]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: novadude</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Andy already changed the steering linkage in car over to the 67 revision so there wasn't any Ackermann issues..... </div></div>

I never knew they made a change in '67? What changes? Steering arms, or? </div></div>


http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/455453/132 </div></div>

Thanks. I learned something! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[300deluxeL79]

great lookin '57 back there.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[kwhizz]

It is a beautiful spring day today..... Look who stopped by for a visit..... Andy !!!!!...….. All I can say is WOW!!!!...... Talk about finishing the car to the perfection Level..... A car guy that really gets it........ Here are some Pic's

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[Xplantdad]

Very nice!!!:headbang: