LSJ Supercharged Ecotec Swap (Page 42/45)
ccfiero350 SEP 02, 11:19 AM
I wanted to be able to try different amounts of anti squat down to zero anti-squat for the track. I have not put in the other mount and finish gusseting the tie in points. Next time I drop the sub frame I will finish up the fab work on that.

The joints are chosen because a 5/8 regular rod end would be closer to max misalignment on a straight link and open to contamination more, these look real promising for wet driving and I can adjust the compliance of the joint by swapping the bushing to a harder material like nylon or acetyl.

I did look into high misalignment joints but they are just as hard to seal.

Plan B would be 3/4" rod ends but I would have to drill out the factory pickup point and put in bigger 1-1/8" crush tube. A little over kill but it will hold anything the LSJ ever hope to put out.

I can promise you one thing there will be a lot of attention applied to the new rear suspension once it gets rolling under its own power. Lots of new stuff to proof out.

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yellow 88 GT, not stock
white 88 notchie, 4 banger

ccfiero350 SEP 02, 11:27 AM
And yes, the clevis does pinch! pretty slick piece.

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yellow 88 GT, not stock
white 88 notchie, 4 banger

Bloozberry SEP 02, 08:06 PM
Just another thought: if your current trailing link design doesn't work, you don't have to resort to metal bushings/bearings. You could always return to the stock type links with polyurethane or delrin bushings. In fact you might find the solid links quite harsh once you hit the road, but time will tell. Good luck and keep the pictures coming.
coppertop_01 SEP 04, 08:43 AM

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Originally posted by ccfiero350:

Not much has happened since the last post. I've been hobbled by an old spine injury and has kept me in a chair longer then I've wanted. Looking forward to some surgery this month and get back my mobility.

I've been really wanting to do some foam and fibor glassing sculpting on the front fenders to finish out the full IMSA look.




I hear ya on injuries, I've been sidelined for almost 6 weeks now with a broken tibia bone in my right leg, requiring a big old titanium nail be driven in and screwed into the bone, can't drive, can't walk, can't really do anything till at least the end of sept......totally have a new appreciation for people who live with handicaps for life. Good luck with your recovery.

Jer

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2000 Saturn wagon, the tool box, cargo hauler and beater.....mods coming.
86 GT ex-daily driver w/3800SC, sold to a friend who is going to be racing it.
85 GT project car "Fierion"

Follow the buildup blog at http://coppertopautosports.blogspot.com

ccfiero350 OCT 26, 09:48 AM
My big fix is coming up this Monday. I'm getting a double handful of screws and rods to fuse 3 lumbar together in my lower back. I've been looking forward to this procedure a long time and can't wait to get back on my feet again in about 2-3 weeks.

I've been researching my list of engine mods and fab items to make the next time I have the sub-frame out and it's got me all excited about lugging out the hoist again. :D


When the engine is out:
1. Stage II injectors
2. Dual pass intercooler
3. Stage II pulley
4. Phenolic intake gaskets
5. Aluminum flywheel
6. Spec IIII clutch
7. New harness

When Subframe is out:
1. Finish trailing link mods
2. Finish exhaust mounts
3. Removable trailer hitch
4. Oil filter mount
5. Powder coat.

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yellow 88 GT, not stock
white 88 notchie, 4 banger

coppertop_01 OCT 26, 10:17 AM
Good luck on you're surgery, I hope it all goes well and you're back in action soon.

Jer
j bf1 AUG 10, 10:12 PM
Hope your back is feeling better now. LMK if you make any progress? I'm considering ant Ecotec 2.0 turbo.

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~John

'88 GT 5spd White/Beechwood
'00 Corvette vert. 6spd Yellow/Black
'05 Colorado Xtreme Black/Graphite

Inferno SEP 17, 07:31 PM
I can't believe how much I just read...... This is the most interesting and informative builds I have ever seen in all of the car sites I have ever been on. FANTASTIC!
zkhennings NOV 12, 08:39 PM
Re-read this thread for around the 20th time, I hope there will be updates in the future!
maccos DEC 03, 06:41 PM
Hey Guys, New to the forum here.
I have been watching this build for tips on my LNF ectotec build (although it is installed in a replica Ariel Atom I am building). I thought I would give back by passing on the information for my build for those that are interested in the LNF motor.
http://www.locostusa.com/fo...=36&t=14932&start=60
Also here is a website I started with the build blog and it also has a CAD model I created of the LNF engine for those who have CAD software, you can download it for free: www.modernkitcar.com
Thanks,
Scott