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: 95 Camaro LT1 engine and tranny swap into my 67 Elky


Bigblocktech
11-11-2003, 10:22 PM
Let me start by saying hello to all of you regulars. I'm a new guy near Charlotte, NC. I got my 67 over 1 1/2 years ago and i've been waiting for the right time and money to build a pro-streeter. alas, i cannot wait anymore. i must drive my elky before i go maddd. so anyways, i'm picking up the LT1, 4L60E transmission, wiring harness, computer, all accesories, and exhaust manifolds this weekend. Hopefully, i'll be able to buy the radiator too. the car was wrecked in the back and totalled by the insurance folks. the biggest thing i need help with is what type of fuel tank to buy. i need a modern take and fuel pump/sending unit that will be able to provide the correct pressure (TBI runs 10-12 psi while port injection needs 30-60psi, depending on application). anyways, any ideas on what type of tanks will fit in the original location with only minor modification????
one last question. i've already got a buddy to help with the wiring, but i'm curious if anyone has done a swap like this before.
will the motor mounts work???
exhaust manifolds clear???
any information will be greatly appreciated.

thanx, robert

acauth1
11-11-2003, 10:58 PM
Here's a similar post I just finished reponding to: Here (http://elcaminocentral.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&p=11670#11670)
Also, search the forums for LT1, there are several related posts, and there are a few of use who have done the conversions on our personal rides. Here's mine (http://elcaminocentral.com/users/acauth1/)
Also, invaluable reading, a book by Jags That Run, covers TBI/TPI/LT1
everything you'll need to know and less! Here (http://www.jagsthatrun.com/Pages/Chevrolet_TPI_TBI_V-8.html)

Bigblocktech
11-12-2003, 06:40 AM
acauth, what did you use for a fuel tank and pump/sending unit??

acauth1
11-12-2003, 08:30 AM
I used a V6 G-body FI tank with a 95 Corvette fuel pump.

Elky85
11-12-2003, 08:35 PM
you can get the gas tank from here http://www.elcaminostore.com/catalog-pages/11group.htm#GASTANKS
although your probably gonna have to do some tweaking to make it fit
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