MYRON Posted November 24, 2004 Share Posted November 24, 2004 Hey guys, I'm getting closer!.. I have read here that the 1-3/4 headers a major plus on the LS1 over the smaller tube units.. does JTR have an install package deal yet?.. LS1 mounts and headers? I am getting to drop a little more money and I would like a proven set with the biggest tube headers... Myron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim240z Posted November 24, 2004 Share Posted November 24, 2004 Myron, Mike Knell is a member here on the board....I'm sure he would be happy to provide details. His last post mentioned that he was almost done with the headers. I think his handle is MikeJTR Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LS1 Z Posted November 24, 2004 Share Posted November 24, 2004 . I believe JTR is getting close. I would p.m. MIKEJTR or give JTR a call. Great people to deal with!! JOEY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeJTR Posted November 24, 2004 Share Posted November 24, 2004 There is nothing wrong with the John's Cars LS1 Z kit, and the price is reasonable. If you have an LS1, and are in a hurry, get the John's kit. We are working on an LS1 V8 mounting kit, but it requires relocating the alternator, and that can be costly. The LS1 mounting kit we are working on is more for people who want to use a truck LS1 style engine such as the 4.8, 5.3, or 6.0. These engines weigh about 70 lbs more than the LS1 due to the cast iron blocks, but they have aluminum heads and weigh less than the LT1 engines. They also put out more power than most LT1 engines. The truck intake manifold and water pump have to be changed to the Camaro LS1 parts. Due to different mounting bosses on the cast-iron truck engines, the Camaro alternator brackets will not fit on the truck engines. The reason we got involved with the LS1's is because of MAS 280. His times slips and dyno runs convinced us we could market 1-3/4" headers. Also, our radiator and radiator mounting kit work well with the LS1. MAS 280 is very talented, and he made his own mounts and alternator relocation parts. I don't want people to jump into an LS1 swap and think the LS1 swap is easy or inexpensive. After the engine/transmission is installed, there is still a lot of work to do including wiring, computor programming, fuel system, cooling, exhaust, etc. Again the John's cars mounting kit is good, and we don't think we can offer anything significantly better or less costly. We think that we can offer better parts and prices on the headers, cooling parts, and air cleaner ducting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LS1 Z Posted November 24, 2004 Share Posted November 24, 2004 RIGHT ON MIKE!! I can testify on John's kit. I've had no-problems with the kit or dealing with John. I was a little surprised when I talked to him a couple of weeks ago and he menctioned out of the kits he has sold, Mine is the only one he was aware of that was on the road. I got about 500 miles on the car and was about to head to the track when the stupid trans went out! Going to a T-56. As for JTR.... Like Mike menctioned you can do the mix(like I did). JTR rad set up with John's hoses. My air ducting, no problems. And the biggest one is my headers. Mine were custom made by Sanderson.(Same as MAS280'S) And are the same that JTR is gonna offer for alot less! JOEY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted November 26, 2004 Share Posted November 26, 2004 Hey Joey, what about mine!? It has over 13,000 miles on it now. I guess it technically doesn't qualify as a kit though,does it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LS1 Z Posted November 26, 2004 Share Posted November 26, 2004 Hey Bill!!! What about yours? In John's eyes maybe yours doesn't count? Then again, you are the guinne pig! And at 13k Johns design has been proven!!! You Guys Rock!!! JOEY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Stert Posted December 1, 2004 Share Posted December 1, 2004 There is nothing wrong with the John's Cars LS1 Z kit' date=' and the price is reasonable. If you have an LS1, and are in a hurry, get the John's kit. We are working on an LS1 V8 mounting kit, but it requires relocating the alternator, and that can be costly. The LS1 mounting kit we are working on is more for people who want to use a truck LS1 style engine such as the 4.8, 5.3, or 6.0. These engines weigh about 70 lbs more than the LS1 due to the cast iron blocks, but they have aluminum heads and weigh less than the LT1 engines. They also put out more power than most LT1 engines. The truck intake manifold and water pump have to be changed to the Camaro LS1 parts. Due to different mounting bosses on the cast-iron truck engines, the Camaro alternator brackets will not fit on the truck engines. The reason we got involved with the LS1's is because of MAS 280. His times slips and dyno runs convinced us we could market 1-3/4" headers. Also, our radiator and radiator mounting kit work well with the LS1. MAS 280 is very talented, and he made his own mounts and alternator relocation parts. I don't want people to jump into an LS1 swap and think the LS1 swap is easy or inexpensive. After the engine/transmission is installed, there is still a lot of work to do including wiring, computor programming, fuel system, cooling, exhaust, etc. Again the John's cars mounting kit is good, and we don't think we can offer anything significantly better or less costly. We think that we can offer better parts and prices on the headers, cooling parts, and air cleaner ducting.[/quote'] so you guys are almost finished with this kit? i wanted to put the 6.0 in this winter.......and spring.....and summer, since it will probably take me a while how close are you guys to being done? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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