Ls6 to 69 camaro conversion kit

[jwcarguy]

Originally Posted by 69lsvert

Is the ctsv/tremec combo a bad idea for the fbody? Is there a more swap friendly combo? Friend down the road picked up a 69 with 04 gto ls2/6speed is that a better combo?

The GTO accessory drive, still places the alternator down low
I wouldn't make just that the deciding factor if you come across a deal
You can always sell off the drive that you don't use and recoup some money to buy one that works better for your application
The GTO T56 is comparable to the f-body style, just different shifter setup

[69lsvert]

Ok, I will go ahead and get the ctsv combo and start a check list of things I need to do. I still am confused on a lot of things about this swap. Can you help with a check list of where to start? Like harness or motor mounts or fuel supply oil pan. Things I've ran into like a lot of questions come a lot of answers and opinions. Threads I've read on swap stuff some are old and company's have changed a lot of things so it's hard to get an idea of what works and won't work.
Sounds like you have a lot of knowledge about this and I thank you for your help.

[jwcarguy]

Originally Posted by 69lsvert

Ok, I will go ahead and get the ctsv combo and start a check list of things I need to do. I still am confused on a lot of things about this swap. Can you help with a check list of where to start? Like harness or motor mounts or fuel supply oil pan. Things I've ran into like a lot of questions come a lot of answers and opinions. Threads I've read on swap stuff some are old and company's have changed a lot of things so it's hard to get an idea of what works and won't work.
Sounds like you have a lot of knowledge about this and I thank you for your help.

Not a problem

You should set a budget to stick with (written out or spreadsheet works)

Many people have a "ballpark" budget and dont keep track of items, due to them seeing something "new and shiny" and they have to have it, but then they overspend when it is not needed or warranted, then fall short on having the funds to move forward and get key parts for their build!

Have to stay focused and ask alot of questions if unsure

Just because it is posted on the internet, doesn't make it true / correct
Even if posted by a "shop" ??

This site is better than others for that, but I have seen where a "shop" will post how to do a task and it is totally incorrect, unsafe or a hack job!

I have had people over to my place showing the work that a "shop" did on thier LS swap, best I can say to them is, "well they go it in the car"???
(unsafe wiring, fuel system, engine mounting,incorrect driveline angles etc, etc)

Do your homework/ research!

there is a lot of quality people, shop owners and vendors/ manufacturers here that are willing to help

[Snipe00]

Check out this book. I plan on doing the swap in future so i bought this to read through.

[jeeper90]

Originally Posted by Snipe00

Check out this book. I plan on doing the swap in future so i bought this to read through.

Is this book worth buying?

[MaxHarvard]

Originally Posted by jeeper90

Is this book worth buying?

I say it is, but i'm a bit bias

[Carbo]

Just got my LS and will be starting my swap in the next six months. Still doing homework so I'm paying attention to this thread. Keep the info coming.