I need a measurement..., from a V8 converted 914 Options

[Andyrew]

Oh thats right, I forgot we where talking about the lt1...

phoey...

[ajracer]

Royce:

I believe we discussed this a little earlier since I am doing a similar, Chev LT1 from
a 1995 Camaro in my 914 project car. Here are some of my thoughts and comments:

- My plan currently is to make use of the GM motorsports manifold designed for a
carburetor and also allows me to located the "regular old style distributor" in
the rear for ignition system. (or Electronic distributor)

- Future plans will be to make use of the complete GM fuel injection system, manifold
and megasquirt or aftermarket programmable FI system. At that time I will also be
modifying my FI manifold to re-install my distributor/electronic spark controls.
Check out this link and look it over which should help you out
http://www.lt1intake.com/swapping.htm

- In addition to modiflying my manilfold as outlined above, I also did some research
on a donor car which indicated to me that I would likely need to "re-locate" the
throttle body by fabricating a special adaptor and thus that is my plan to take once
to move ahead with installation of the complete FI. Side mounted is my plan.

- In the short term I am more interested in getting the conversion done and upgrading
the car along with getting some driving time before I spend all the extra engineering
time to source, set-up and fine tune a FI system and the associated "extra" electronics

- In regards to the COOLING SYSTEM, how is that going with your plans of front
mounting the water pump ? Does everything look workable or any problems do you
foresee. See below photo of my "water adapters" for external water pump.

- Getting back to your manifold, for some reason when I was considering mine in
a reversed mode I thought there were other issues WHY it could not be also just
turned around and run that way. But the above mentioned comment regarding
welding and then just machine/mill flat would work fine, otherwise check with a
well known engine builder to confirm Why you could not just use RTV sealant in
excess around the areas of concern. When teh engine is fully assembled and the
intake gaskets are properly sealed, there should be little if any pressure at the
front and rear manifold sealing points other than some loose oil (not under pressure)
from the lifter gallery below. Just my thoughts but could be worth consideration.

Must go for now getting too long winded, but an interesting project. Best of luck
with your LT1 conversion, keep in touch.

Allan

[bondo]

Allan: Nice water adapters! It still looks like I'll be able to do the front mount water pump. Not ideal but I think it'll work. The whole reason for choosing the LT1 is I like the FI-system, going to carb would be a step backwards to me.

I am tempted to just add RTV. It's a really close fit, I can just barely see a gap. I could probably get away with it, but it's so easy to do it right now vs. having to go do it right later (manifold is off and stripped).

[ajracer]

Royce:

What are your plans regarding the Ignition System ? Trust the Opti-Spark gets removed
because of space and that since you are planning to go FI, you will not likely be using a
rear standard mounted distributor ? Thus the only other option I can think of would be
some type of aftermarket "crank mounted" trigger electronic type system ?
Appreciate your reply and thoughts.

Allan

[bondo]

All my rough measurements have shown that the optispark won't be in the way. If it gets in the way... I'll cross that bridge when I get to it (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smile.gif)

(I have cut off the engine shelf, it may get in the way with the engine shelf in place)