Cool to see you running a downpipe out the back. Do you think it's even theoretically possible to keep AC with all that piping going through there? Vintage AIR makes a fully under-dash kit, but it's gotta clear the compressor. I love the old school approach to "do it properly", which means you're not venting blowoffs inside the engine bay and running dumps out the fenders. Whats the diameter of that crossover pipe?
When i originally installed the motor I had fitment issues with the compressor and either the frame rail or motor mounts, i cant remember.. I decided then to just run without. I knew it would get way too tight when i eventually would be putting in a turbo. I'm sure it can be done, I just wasn't that willing to throw the money or time at it.
Mechanically, not difficult at all. Electrically it took me a little while. Primarily to do the research,, actual work was also not bad. I got videos on the installation. If any clue, I'm already looking for another project to LS swap.
I installed the LS with Speed Engineering headers and exhaust to ensure I could get everything running and because stock headers that came with the motor dont fit. After running for the summer and making sure the motor would run good, I am now starting the turbo upgrade using the stock headers in a forward configuration. Not sure about mismatched turbo question?
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Great looking install, just made it through your entire playlist 👍
Cool to see you running a downpipe out the back. Do you think it's even theoretically possible to keep AC with all that piping going through there? Vintage AIR makes a fully under-dash kit, but it's gotta clear the compressor. I love the old school approach to "do it properly", which means you're not venting blowoffs inside the engine bay and running dumps out the fenders. Whats the diameter of that crossover pipe?
Thanks for comments, All piping is 2.5" except turbo exhaust is 3".
When i originally installed the motor I had fitment issues with the compressor and either the frame rail or motor mounts, i cant remember.. I decided then to just run without. I knew it would get way too tight when i eventually would be putting in a turbo. I'm sure it can be done, I just wasn't that willing to throw the money or time at it.
What computer are you using for the turbo?
I'll be using the same stock ECU that came with the workvan LS. Just will require a bit of tweaking and tuning.
How difficult was the LS swap into the 3rd gen maro?
Mechanically, not difficult at all. Electrically it took me a little while. Primarily to do the research,, actual work was also not bad. I got videos on the installation. If any clue, I'm already looking for another project to LS swap.
Why would you buy exhaust and a turbo then use stock, mismatched turbos?
I installed the LS with Speed Engineering headers and exhaust to ensure I could get everything running and because stock headers that came with the motor dont fit. After running for the summer and making sure the motor would run good, I am now starting the turbo upgrade using the stock headers in a forward configuration. Not sure about mismatched turbo question?