Savage42 Posted June 17, 2003 Share Posted June 17, 2003 Thanks for the compliments guys. The finsih detail you see is why I went to Johns Cars to get it done. That is the kind of detail work I saw on his Jaguar conversions. You're right about it looking like it belongs there. I'm looking to swap out the built 375HP 350 w/ Trickflow aluminum heads and race prepped 700R4 for that same setup in my Z. While I like the cammed, hot rod sound of a built 350, I want the smooth & quiet power of the LS1. After looking at several C5 Vettes, I just have to have those cool engine covers. Do you plan on adding them to give it a more finished look? I want the clean look of that Vette in the Z!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Potent68 Posted June 17, 2003 Share Posted June 17, 2003 Try: http://www.hybridz.org/phpBB2/album_personal.php?user_id=1924 The link you saw on my post was to the zcar.com site where I was the zcar of the mont in Feb. '99 - back when the car was running the L28. Thanks for the help. Awesome pictures. Very clean install! Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted June 19, 2003 Author Share Posted June 19, 2003 Gary, I have been thinking about the C-5 engine covers. They definitely clean up the appearance of the engine bay. I can't use the red ones, though, as they will clash horribly with the red paint on the car. the black ones might be ok if they fit with the other little mods (fuel line routing, etc) that the install required and clear the strut twoer brace I'm going to be installing. One thing at a time. It's the journey that counts even as much as the destination. I know you have a busy season ahead of you but if you get down this way please know that you're welcome to stop by for an up & personal tour of the car. Good Luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Shasteen Posted June 19, 2003 Share Posted June 19, 2003 Phantom, I too have to cry out for a WRITE UP. Your car is incredible; congrats on having one nice ride. Seriously, when can we expect some kind of a write up on everything: eng, trans, diff....ESPECIALLY on the A/C system, what on the A/C system was kept and what on the A/C system was done away with! I like the fact that the A/C compressor was kept on the driver's side. The LS1 is definately the next step in the evolution of the V8Z: very well done 8) Kevin, (Yea,Still an Inliner) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quicker240 Posted June 19, 2003 Share Posted June 19, 2003 smokin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted June 19, 2003 Author Share Posted June 19, 2003 Kevin, AC system has new dryer, compressor, and hoses. Kept the original condenser & evaporator/expansion valve combo. Used the Freeze 12 for refrigerant. It is an environmentally friendly substitute for R-12. Compressor is a special compact, high-efficiency Japanese unit. One of the few non-Datsun, non-Chevy parts in the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Shasteen Posted June 20, 2003 Share Posted June 20, 2003 .., AC system has new dryer, compressor, and hoses. Kept the original condenser & evaporator/expansion valve combo.., Phantom, What about the Heater/AC Vacuum Control System in the Dash. I noticed from the pictures that you got rid of the Magnet Valves on the Driver's Fender: what about the Heater/AC Vac.Cont.System-did you keep it as well? Kevin, (Yea,Still an Inliner) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted June 20, 2003 Author Share Posted June 20, 2003 All that stuff pretty much just had to do with adjusting engine speed when AC was on/off. The LS1 computer took over that job. The stuff under the dash for door positions, etc. just needed a vacuum source which also was provided from the LS1. Also got rid of the vacuum reservoir bottle. Wow, you've really been studying that one picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sumo Posted June 20, 2003 Share Posted June 20, 2003 Hey Phantom, since you took off the vacuum reservoir, does the air go to the defrost mode on the windshield when you punch the gas? Just curious. 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted June 20, 2003 Author Share Posted June 20, 2003 Sumo, Nope - not that I've noticed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sumo Posted June 20, 2003 Share Posted June 20, 2003 OK. 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted June 28, 2003 Share Posted June 28, 2003 Who performed this engine swap for you, or did you do it yourself? I was looking into building one if these also, before I knew someone in DFW had already done it, but dont have time or room to do the actual engine swap. Every thing else I have the facilities to handle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted June 28, 2003 Author Share Posted June 28, 2003 JOhns Cars, 800 Jaguar Lane, Dallas - Call John Radevich at 214-426-4101 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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