Domzs Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Those seats look pretty good in the Z . They have that OE look but more comfy . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted September 14, 2013 Author Share Posted September 14, 2013 Dom, they are extremely comfy and a huge upgrade over the stock seats. I need to figure out something better than the stock lap belt for safety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted September 22, 2013 Author Share Posted September 22, 2013 The parts fairy came. I'm still waiting on: Headers Knock sensor relocation kit New tailhousing (I'll explain..) Radiator As I was putting on my new Lokar tail shifter, I noticed that it didn't seem to be fitting properly on the tailhousing. Come to find out that the corvette tailhousing is much different than an F-Body one, so I've already ordered the correct tailhousing. I got the new intake manifold gasket on, EGR blockoffs put on as well. Today the engine and tranny should go in. I also found someone local with the DZ push start kit. This thing is nice! I kind of buggered up widening the hole for the new switch, but you can't really tell. I'm thinking about filling it with some rubber or something to clean it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted September 22, 2013 Author Share Posted September 22, 2013 Also, I wanted to rant a little about the JTR manual. Everyone recommends it and it was the first thing the person on the phone mentioned when I called JTR to check if they had the parts in stock before I ordered. It doesn't mention bolt sizes, nor does it actually show you what your mounts should look like assembled. It feels like it skips so many steps in it, while giving you needless information. In fact, it really didn't give me any information that Hybridz hadn't. As far as measurements and bolt sizes go, once I am done I will post what sizes I used so others doing this swap don't have to scourge the internet or keep test fitting, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domzs Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 The parts fairy came. I'm still waiting on: Headers Knock sensor relocation kit New tailhousing (I'll explain..) Radiator As I was putting on my new Lokar tail shifter, I noticed that it didn't seem to be fitting properly on the tailhousing. Come to find out that the corvette tailhousing is much different than an F-Body one, so I've already ordered the correct tailhousing. I got the new intake manifold gasket on, EGR blockoffs put on as well. Today the engine and tranny should go in. I also found someone local with the DZ push start kit. This thing is nice! I kind of buggered up widening the hole for the new switch, but you can't really tell. I'm thinking about filling it with some rubber or something to clean it up. Xmas came early , huh . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted September 22, 2013 Author Share Posted September 22, 2013 Xmas came early , huh . Yep, Santa is still bringing me some goodies too. Depending on my father's schedule (He will be doing the wiring portion of this) I'd like to have it running sometime next month. Race your s30 from a dig? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domzs Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 Yep, Santa is still bringing me some goodies too. Depending on my father's schedule (He will be doing the wiring portion of this) I'd like to have it running sometime next month. Race your s30 from a dig? LOL . Better get some NOS . . The Z is down for awhile , doing bodywork . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebekahsZ Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 (edited) If you don't like the JTR manual, don't even consider the JCI manual. Here is a review: 1. How to remove stock z powertrain in excruciating detail. 2. How to install front motor mounts in appropriate detail. 3. "Now install your LS drivetrain." Not direct quote. But no real instruction. 4. "Now wire your engine." Ditto. Notice that the "how to" is missing from numbers 3 and 4? That demonstrates the level of detail. These guys are fabricators, not technical writers. I still appreciate what they do, but you need your friends to help fill in a lot of blanks. Edited September 22, 2013 by RebekahsZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domzs Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 If you don't like the JTR manual, don't even consider the JCI manual. Here is a review: 1. How to remove stock z powertrain in excruciating detail. 2. How to install front motor mounts in appropriate detail. 3. "Now install your LS drivetrain." Not direct quote. But no real instruction. 4. "Now wire your engine." Ditto. Notice that the "how to" is missing from numbers 3 and 4? That demonstrates the level of detail. These guys are fabricators, not technical writers. I still appreciate what they do, but you need your friends to help fill in a lot of blanks. I'm pretty sure JTR and JCI is the same company . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLOZ UP Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 I'll race you. eRace you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted September 23, 2013 Author Share Posted September 23, 2013 That five cylinder VG30ET can't handle this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted September 26, 2013 Author Share Posted September 26, 2013 Update: Motormounts on, tranny mount plate created, shifter on, pretty much ready to drop in. WIll be doing it this weekend. Here's something thats been keeping me busy too: 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom. About to install a 2 inch rear drop kit and some exhaust wrap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domzs Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 Update: Motormounts on, tranny mount plate created, shifter on, pretty much ready to drop in. WIll be doing it this weekend. Here's something thats been keeping me busy too: 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom. About to install a 2 inch rear drop kit and some exhaust wrap. Nice ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted September 30, 2013 Author Share Posted September 30, 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLOZ UP Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Cute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted September 30, 2013 Author Share Posted September 30, 2013 Cute. This tiny little engine will at least be able to idle without fouling it's plugs uh gugugugugu. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLOZ UP Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Until your water pump leaks onto your distributor. ohhhhhhhhhhhhhh (cries in corner). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted December 11, 2013 Author Share Posted December 11, 2013 I'm still here. Waiting till the spring to order the rest. I still need to figure out my shifter situation, order new gauges (thinking autometer phantom), get a driveshaft made.. and plenty of wiring to do. I'm really excited to get it going though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLOZ UP Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Really happy with the Speedhut gauges. Only wish they had generic outputs for datalogging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78zstyle Posted December 11, 2013 Author Share Posted December 11, 2013 Really happy with the Speedhut gauges. Only wish they had generic outputs for datalogging. I'm considering those, but based on your write up they look a little tricky to wire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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