Inferno 08 Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 Hi all, I'm looking for a new project car and have always loved Z cars. My tentative plan is to find a mostly clean shell and swap an LSx series motor into it. I have some experience doing body work, so I don't mind a little rust, but I want to get this thing (mostly) done before I go back to college at the end of August, so I'm not looking for something that needs a complete restoration. Anyways, I know I should check the rear quarters, rockers, floorboard, frame rails, battery tray, and the firewall, but what else should I look out for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pharaohabq Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 The "Search" link on the blue bar above... Aside from that you've about got it covered. You really should read as much as you can and LS/V8 swaps ahead of time, and then look for a good source on all that. Make sure you get not only the Engine but ALL the associated wiring/computer modules etc. Getting a conplete wreaked up donor car is the most favorable way to go. Make sure you understand everything before you take on the project. something like 80% of these swaps never get completed. Also, hopefully, you can weld, since that's pretty much required. Oh you need to look at the rear deck, hatch and tirewell area. Phar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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