CHEV INTO TORANA
#1 _BRUCEHOLDEN73_
Posted 15 October 2012 - 08:44 PM
#2
Posted 15 October 2012 - 08:46 PM
#3 _BRUCEHOLDEN73_
Posted 15 October 2012 - 08:54 PM
#4 _434LX_
Posted 15 October 2012 - 10:15 PM
I used Tuff mounts and a billet MSD dizzy. I cut my lip, but I think it would just fit without.
And when I say just, it would probably rub. ( A HEI would be a no way )
Hopefully someone else who has used different mounts can offer their experience too.
#5
Posted 15 October 2012 - 10:20 PM
Using Tuff Mounts and a MSD Billet Distributor I have about 10mm clearance between the edge of the distributor and join in the fire wall.
#6 _UCV80_
Posted 16 October 2012 - 07:09 AM
#7 _BRUCEHOLDEN73_
Posted 16 October 2012 - 04:44 PM
#8
Posted 16 October 2012 - 08:16 PM
I had my LX engineered with SBC about 10 years ago. I did all the usual things and the engineer was very happy...
Eg:
Upgraded brakes. In my case, HQ disk/drum combo
Upgraded suspension (eg. Heavy duty V8 springs)
CRS chassis kit
CRS trans crossmember
CRS or equivalent engine mount adapters
Minimum 10mm clearance around all components (this includes extractors, exhaust, steering, dizzy etc)
Exhaust noise level test - must be under 96dB
Car must pass a driving and repetitive braking test
Car must also meet all standard roadworthy requirements
If you have things like a 9" diff, this must have been built by a reputable shop with good welding etc.
To avoid cutting your firewall lip, just use the smallest dizzy/cap setup you can find.
Keep us posted with your build-up mate.
#9 _HRV74_
Posted 17 October 2012 - 07:25 PM
Are you in NSW? A "400" chev will be out of the question. 350 is the max, last time I looked into it anyway.
Cheers
H
#10
Posted 17 October 2012 - 08:53 PM
#11 _the gts_
Posted 18 October 2012 - 09:38 AM
I have an ICE small cap distributor in mine
#12
Posted 30 October 2012 - 06:43 AM
#13 _FERGnz_
Posted 30 October 2012 - 01:10 PM
ild like to hear more about this rail mod, and what needs to be cut ect ect... maybe photos
i have taken the lip out already so my big HEI dissy can fit.
also can i have a link to see these tuf mounts? or a photo please??
i needa chev into torana for beginners (dummys) hahah
#14 _FERGnz_
Posted 30 October 2012 - 01:19 PM
im currently using Holden mounts with adapters. but one is ""taller" / wider than the other. what side should this be on?? big, left or right??
and what starter is recommended ? smaller ones to fit headers past? brands and types????
sorry for stealing your thread bruce hahaha
#15 _FERGnz_
Posted 30 October 2012 - 01:21 PM
#16 _434LX_
Posted 30 October 2012 - 03:33 PM
http://velocityauto....9&product_id=92
tuff mounts??? yes no?? just from a qwick google
That's them.
A few people must have broken their Google ?
#17 _434LX_
Posted 17 November 2012 - 11:31 AM
Search the site, there are heaps of topics about pipes on a sbc.
If it had a charcoal canister from factory, it will still need one now.
It can be hidden though. Again use the search button, theres heaps of info on that too.
#18
Posted 17 November 2012 - 04:53 PM
yes I cut my firewall just because I painted car before motor went in and I didnt want to cut after painting
I am running an msd dizzy with small cap and it would hit on standard firewall but that is running this certain mounts.
as for cutting rails and this and that there is no need
I made my own 4 into 1 1 7/8 extractors they are tight but so is every set of big pipes in a torana and u just have to work out where to locate them all no you dont need to go under the front end they fit between front end and sump.
Just my bit every one has there own way of doing things.
#19 _BRUCEHOLDEN73_
Posted 30 November 2012 - 06:43 PM
#20
Posted 06 December 2012 - 09:28 AM
#21
Posted 06 December 2012 - 09:46 AM
If you fit a Chev; & you intend on trimming the lip; i suggest that you replace it. (i.e. don't leave the area open)
The reason for this ..... when it rains, the water runs down the lip section & straight over the dizzy. Water has a habit of getting into places where water shouldn't go.
#22 _434LX_
Posted 06 December 2012 - 11:27 AM
The reason for this ..... when it rains, the water runs down the lip section & straight over the dizzy. Water has a habit of getting into places where water shouldn't go.
You would leave a Torana in the rain !
#23
Posted 07 January 2013 - 09:41 AM
#24 _FERGnz_
Posted 07 January 2013 - 01:15 PM
and explain each photo to haha
#25
Posted 10 January 2013 - 02:55 PM
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