MikeSr.'s 242 V-8 project - Page 6

MikeSr. · 01-12-2013, 08:31 PM

Ok after taking the holidays off, we worked all day today. Swapped manual pedals and Wilwood clutch master cylinder. Very tedious work- MikeJr. Did some nice surgery on the pedals, and adapted a Trans-am shifter to the T-56.
It felt good to get a good day's work in.

740atl · 01-12-2013, 09:56 PM

MikeJr. · 05-25-2013, 08:22 PM

Thought I'd update this thread since I got some stuff done today

Chance · 05-25-2013, 08:33 PM

Nice work on the steering shaft. What's the angle on that middle joint?

MikeJr. · 05-25-2013, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chance

Nice work on the steering shaft. What's the angle on that middle joint?

Not sure exactly, but it steers smooth as silk. No binding.

Chance · 05-25-2013, 08:43 PM

Read somewhere to keep it at 30 or below and mine is at 30 but I could use a little more header clearance. I guess as long as it doesn't bind doesn't matter

w00dst0ck · 05-25-2013, 09:04 PM

Glad to see another LS swapped 200 series, and another running a t56! While they are slightly heavier, and slightly "sloppier" than a t5, you won't ever have to worry about breaking it unless you go power adder (possibly). For the price of a built t5, you can have a t56 setup that will handle twice the power, and still get 30mpg's on the highway.

I wish I would have seen this thread before, there is a way to keep the reverse lockout solenoid without cutting your tunnel right there. You can basically pull it apart, and make a compact design out of it. There are a ton of threads on ls1tech. I just deleted mine, with my MGW shifter, you would have to be retarted to try to put it in 6th.

You should consider the ls6 valley cover. Well worth the $75. And from what I've read, there is a lot of porting that can be done with the ls2 intakes.

blkaplan · 05-25-2013, 09:10 PM

yowsers that steering looks hella tyte. TYPS

Chance · 05-25-2013, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blkaplan

yowsers that steering looks hella tyte. TYPS

That's what I thought but I've also had several adult beverages this evening so wasn't sure. I just went out to the garage and cranked my support bearing in a little more

MikeSr. · 05-25-2013, 09:53 PM

More of Jr.'s good work. Those u-joints are compact hot rod swivels that are really trick. We tried to use an extra stock u-joint, but the angle was to much and it was binding. Those work great.
Now the car is a roller and final assembly is next.
Time to start adding the pile of parts I have accumulated.

MikeJr. · 05-25-2013, 10:10 PM

Edited the pictures and added a few more angles. Don't know why they were flipped and such.

rporzio · 05-26-2013, 05:09 AM

740atl · 05-26-2013, 05:10 PM

Nicely done. I miss that garage floor.

MikeSr. · 05-26-2013, 09:36 PM

Yeah, if you were here , it would be done by now lol.

MikeJr. · 06-01-2013, 02:12 PM

I decided to add a little peace of mind. I wasn't quite 100% on the motor mounts so I decided to reinforce them a little bit.

MikeJr. · 12-06-2013, 04:56 PM

Updates?

740atl · 12-06-2013, 06:05 PM

Isn't it in your garage?

MikeJr. · 12-06-2013, 07:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 740atl

Isn't it in your garage?

No it's in his

2fast242gt · 12-21-2013, 04:39 AM

Would you mind giving me specs on that steering shaft? I'd like to get rid of my tapered one and spare some much needed room!

MikeJr. · 12-21-2013, 07:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2fast242gt

Would you mind giving me specs on that steering shaft? I'd like to get rid of my tapered one and spare some much needed room!

Yeah sure, I'll get you some part numbers and venders too.

hackster · 12-21-2013, 11:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeJr.

Yeah sure, I'll get you some part numbers and venders too.

I will keep an eye on this as well. I would just like to get rid of the tapered shaft and replace it with a straight shaft.

Swap looks good. How long until you think its running?

Sean

MikeSr. · 12-21-2013, 12:00 PM

Well, It is about 70% complete. Gotta get the suspension pieces sorted out , and the rear axle. I have been collecting a lot of parts. Motor is buttoned up with LS6 valvesprings and a Howard's Cam copy of the GM HotCam 2, plus new lifters. I have to mount the crank pulley and front accessories. The megasquirt engine harness is built and I am using MSD plugin ignition controller for the 58 tooth wheel and cam sensor.
Lots of other stuff to go on- Coilovers, poly bushings, a pair of BNE's trick rear lower control arm bearings, Rear short Billy's, 4.10 G80, RX-7 front brakes. Gotta install fuel pump and fuel rail lines, clutch hydraulic line,install Yoshifab reinforcing plates front and rear,plus install short bumpers,flathood, air dam and NOS single rounds with NOS grille. Wideband, gauges, Etc., the list goes on. Slowed by installing floors in my house, plus other Volvos,lol. Hopefully one day soon.

2fast242gt · 12-21-2013, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeJr.

Yeah sure, I'll get you some part numbers and venders too.

Really just wondering spline count amd diameter, my stock ones to wide uptop.

MikeJr. · 12-22-2013, 08:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2fast242gt

Really just wondering spline count amd diameter, my stock ones to wide uptop.

It's 48 spline, 3/4 O.D.
http://www.colemanracing.com/Steerin...ned-P4078.aspx
http://www.mooreparts.com/4036-AC425...FYLm7AodfxwANA

2fast242gt · 12-23-2013, 03:15 PM

Awsome thanks. The joint you linked, is that exactly what you used? I don't see set screws on them and don't want to go the weld on route. Did you grind notches in the steering shaft for the oe upper joint?

01-12-2013, 08:31 PM	#126
MikeSr. What, me worry? Join Date: May 2003 Location: Acworth, Ga. USA	Ok after taking the holidays off, we worked all day today. Swapped manual pedals and Wilwood clutch master cylinder. Very tedious work- MikeJr. Did some nice surgery on the pedals, and adapted a Trans-am shifter to the T-56. It felt good to get a good day's work in. __________________ I coulda had a V8!

05-25-2013, 08:22 PM	#128
MikeJr. Gloss Boss Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Acworth, GA 30102	Thought I'd update this thread since I got some stuff done today __________________ My other projects http://www.pbase.com/mikejr Last edited by MikeJr.; 05-25-2013 at 10:05 PM..

05-25-2013, 08:33 PM	#129
Chance 1 throttle plate per cyl! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Knoxville TN	Nice work on the steering shaft. What's the angle on that middle joint? __________________ DD's 2010 Jeep Patriot 2015 Dodge Journey Currently restoring: '66 122s 2dr - B20 dual webers/M41 Projects: '83 245 - SBC 388 stroker with Jenvey 45 ITB's

05-25-2013, 09:04 PM	#132
w00dst0ck Board Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Austin, Texas	Glad to see another LS swapped 200 series, and another running a t56! While they are slightly heavier, and slightly "sloppier" than a t5, you won't ever have to worry about breaking it unless you go power adder (possibly). For the price of a built t5, you can have a t56 setup that will handle twice the power, and still get 30mpg's on the highway. I wish I would have seen this thread before, there is a way to keep the reverse lockout solenoid without cutting your tunnel right there. You can basically pull it apart, and make a compact design out of it. There are a ton of threads on ls1tech. I just deleted mine, with my MGW shifter, you would have to be retarted to try to put it in 6th. You should consider the ls6 valley cover. Well worth the $75. And from what I've read, there is a lot of porting that can be done with the ls2 intakes. __________________ '89 245 5.3 LS1 Cam T72 T56 8.8 '65 C10 5.3/4l80e build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632198

05-26-2013, 05:09 AM	#137
rporzio Board Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Tampa, FL	wow. __________________ Ralph 1984 242 DL (Phase 7 maintenance and upgrades underway) http://242vision.clearascent.com 2007 S80 V8

01-12-2013, 09:56 PM	#127
740atl educator monkey Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA

05-25-2013, 08:43 PM	#131
Chance 1 throttle plate per cyl! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Knoxville TN	Read somewhere to keep it at 30 or below and mine is at 30 but I could use a little more header clearance. I guess as long as it doesn't bind doesn't matter

05-25-2013, 09:53 PM	#135
MikeSr. What, me worry? Join Date: May 2003 Location: Acworth, Ga. USA	More of Jr.'s good work. Those u-joints are compact hot rod swivels that are really trick. We tried to use an extra stock u-joint, but the angle was to much and it was binding. Those work great. Now the car is a roller and final assembly is next. Time to start adding the pile of parts I have accumulated.

05-25-2013, 10:10 PM	#136
MikeJr. Gloss Boss Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Acworth, GA 30102	Edited the pictures and added a few more angles. Don't know why they were flipped and such.

05-26-2013, 05:10 PM	#138
740atl educator monkey Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA	Nicely done. I miss that garage floor.

05-26-2013, 09:36 PM	#139
MikeSr. What, me worry? Join Date: May 2003 Location: Acworth, Ga. USA	Yeah, if you were here , it would be done by now lol.

06-01-2013, 02:12 PM	#140
MikeJr. Gloss Boss Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Acworth, GA 30102	I decided to add a little peace of mind. I wasn't quite 100% on the motor mounts so I decided to reinforce them a little bit.

12-06-2013, 04:56 PM	#141
MikeJr. Gloss Boss Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Acworth, GA 30102	Updates?

12-06-2013, 06:05 PM	#142
740atl educator monkey Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA	Isn't it in your garage?

12-21-2013, 04:39 AM	#144
2fast242gt Do you have a cobalt? Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: appleton WI	Would you mind giving me specs on that steering shaft? I'd like to get rid of my tapered one and spare some much needed room! __________________ 1983 242dl 6.0 lq4 swaped Build thread http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=282323

12-21-2013, 12:00 PM	#147
MikeSr. What, me worry? Join Date: May 2003 Location: Acworth, Ga. USA	Well, It is about 70% complete. Gotta get the suspension pieces sorted out , and the rear axle. I have been collecting a lot of parts. Motor is buttoned up with LS6 valvesprings and a Howard's Cam copy of the GM HotCam 2, plus new lifters. I have to mount the crank pulley and front accessories. The megasquirt engine harness is built and I am using MSD plugin ignition controller for the 58 tooth wheel and cam sensor. Lots of other stuff to go on- Coilovers, poly bushings, a pair of BNE's trick rear lower control arm bearings, Rear short Billy's, 4.10 G80, RX-7 front brakes. Gotta install fuel pump and fuel rail lines, clutch hydraulic line,install Yoshifab reinforcing plates front and rear,plus install short bumpers,flathood, air dam and NOS single rounds with NOS grille. Wideband, gauges, Etc., the list goes on. Slowed by installing floors in my house, plus other Volvos,lol. Hopefully one day soon.

12-23-2013, 03:15 PM	#150
2fast242gt Do you have a cobalt? Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: appleton WI	Awsome thanks. The joint you linked, is that exactly what you used? I don't see set screws on them and don't want to go the weld on route. Did you grind notches in the steering shaft for the oe upper joint?

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