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> LS1 Conversion, A Retrospective Build Thread
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post Jan 18 2015, 11:54 AM
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wow, just wow....great build...after seeing such innovative ideas and quality parts you made I don't think I'll ever create a build thread! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)
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post Jan 18 2015, 05:17 PM
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I want you on my team !!!!!!!!
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post Jan 18 2015, 08:42 PM
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Just read through your thread with great enthusiasm (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
Makes me want to work more hours on our conversion.
Like the dude in the movie "Interview", I would say:
All of your 914 v8s are belonging to me !
Hope to meet up with you and your 914 soon (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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post Jan 18 2015, 09:28 PM
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Thanks for the link Andy- got me inspired to work on mine almost 3 hours worth after a 12+ hour shift this morning. Got home at 7 am after work, didn't get out of the garage until 10! Mine won't be as pretty but it should work just fine for my wants and needs. Are you signed up for WCR? If so, looking forward to meeting you and this gem of yours. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif)
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post Jan 19 2015, 10:41 AM
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QUOTE(Maltese Falcon @ Jan 18 2015, 06:42 PM) *

Just read through your thread with great enthusiasm (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
Makes me want to work more hours on our conversion.
Like the dude in the movie "Interview", I would say:
All of your 914 v8s are belonging to me !
Hope to meet up with you and your 914 soon (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
Marty


Marty,

I nearly drove out to your Hollywood Porsche meet, but something came up at the last minute. When are you going to do another one?

Andys
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post Jan 19 2015, 10:47 AM
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QUOTE(mgp4591 @ Jan 18 2015, 07:28 PM) *

Thanks for the link Andy- got me inspired to work on mine almost 3 hours worth after a 12+ hour shift this morning. Got home at 7 am after work, didn't get out of the garage until 10! Mine won't be as pretty but it should work just fine for my wants and needs. Are you signed up for WCR? If so, looking forward to meeting you and this gem of yours. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif)


Well, if the build thread inspired you, I'm honored. Not signed up for the WCR. The dates never seem to work out for me.

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post Jan 19 2015, 11:47 AM
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QUOTE(andys @ Jan 19 2015, 08:47 AM) *

QUOTE(mgp4591 @ Jan 18 2015, 07:28 PM) *

Thanks for the link Andy- got me inspired to work on mine almost 3 hours worth after a 12+ hour shift this morning. Got home at 7 am after work, didn't get out of the garage until 10! Mine won't be as pretty but it should work just fine for my wants and needs. Are you signed up for WCR? If so, looking forward to meeting you and this gem of yours. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif)


Well, if the build thread inspired you, I'm honored. Not signed up for the WCR. The dates never seem to work out for me.

Andys

How about Route 66 in Palm Springs in March? Love to see your car in person too (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif)
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post Jan 19 2015, 12:17 PM
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QUOTE(mgp4591 @ Jan 18 2015, 07:28 PM) *

Thanks for the link Andy- got me inspired to work on mine almost 3 hours worth after a 12+ hour shift this morning. Got home at 7 am after work, didn't get out of the garage until 10! Mine won't be as pretty but it should work just fine for my wants and needs. Are you signed up for WCR? If so, looking forward to meeting you and this gem of yours. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif)


Well, if the build thread inspired you, I'm honored. Not signed up for the WCR. The dates never seem to work out for me.

Andys

How about Route 66 in Palm Springs in March? Love to see your car in person too (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif)


Jamie,

Thanks for the heads-up. March is a maybe. Just got a consulting gig that may interfere, but won't know till late Feb./early March. Also, is there some sort of motel uncertainty?

Andys
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post Jan 19 2015, 04:22 PM
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Jamie,

Thanks for the heads-up. March is a maybe. Just got a consulting gig that may interfere, but won't know till late Feb./early March. Also, is there some sort of motel uncertainty?

Andys


The Hotel was sold & new owners are taking over. We are good to go though. Reservations called in were held. Not sure about Expedia? It's worth calling to get your reservation to be sure. I just checked on mine & they have it. So should be good to go
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post Jan 19 2015, 04:39 PM
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Are you doing your own plating on the small steel parts or shopping those out?

The neat thing about this build is your selective use of plated parts, it gives it a much closer feel of the parts being OEM.
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post Jan 19 2015, 08:40 PM
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QUOTE(andys @ Jan 19 2015, 08:41 AM) *

QUOTE(Maltese Falcon @ Jan 18 2015, 06:42 PM) *

Just read through your thread with great enthusiasm (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
Makes me want to work more hours on our conversion.
Like the dude in the movie "Interview", I would say:
All of your 914 v8s are belonging to me !
Hope to meet up with you and your 914 soon (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
Marty


Marty,

I nearly drove out to your Hollywood Porsche meet, but something came up at the last minute. When are you going to do another one?

Andys


Certainly a Hollywood Cars+Tacos is coming up , just getting lots of non-car things in order now. The gathering would not be the same without Old School...so get strong soon Jaime, and don't miss this one Andy !
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post Jan 19 2015, 09:57 PM
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I just hope those who poopoo this conversion find a way to get it.


Nice work. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jan 20 2015, 11:04 AM
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QUOTE(Mueller @ Jan 19 2015, 02:39 PM) *

Are you doing your own plating on the small steel parts or shopping those out?

The neat thing about this build is your selective use of plated parts, it gives it a much closer feel of the parts being OEM.


I sent out all my zinc plating. You can do a lot of small parts for the minimum batch charge. Included in my box full of parts, was a photo of all the parts along and a part count. Thankfully, nothing ever got lost.

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post Mar 26 2015, 11:18 PM
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That is one nice car, great craftsmanship bumper to bumper.
NOW DRIVE CAREFULLEY !!!!!!!
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post Aug 11 2017, 02:58 PM
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Anything new to show us on this cool build? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Aug 11 2017, 03:38 PM
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Well, the car is done, but then again, they are never really done-done.

I changed the header tank coolant routing from the hot side to the cold side, which necessitated re-routing some of the coolant lines. Took more work then I expected, but got it done.

The steam vent lines I originally installed are nylon. I did this because the 1/8" diameter tubing lends itself well to the tight spaces they pass thru. I always knew the nylon may be an issue, but took the risk anyway. What's happening, is that I am getting some slight weeping of coolant right at the compression nut, which goes away when I snug up the nut. Over time, the weeping returns, so I will probably re-configure it with small diameter braided hose.

The trans has developed a leak. I'm pretty sure the input shaft seal is the culprit. This repair obviously requires me to drop the engine/trans. Bummer is that I can only do some short drives around town. Think I'll wait till the weather cools a bit before tackling this job. At least it will give me the opportunity to inspect stuff as well as clean-up some of the wiring.

Andys
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