Finally, a new update

[02PewterBird]

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Jerriko:
I think you could fit an inline six between those motor mounts.
Jim
:rolleyes: <hr></blockquote>

I think the 4.2 I6 would be the next step once you're done with the 3.8. It would be cool to have one, but I think my mom likes having an engine in her car too.

[3.4 slow to go]

:cool: &lt;------- click it

[ December 29, 2003: Message edited by: 3.4 slow to go ]</p>

[3.4 slow to go]

OK, got the cluster "wired" for now, here's what I got:

Volts- work, but I didn't have that wire from the alt hooked up, hrmmmmm

Oil- Pegs when key in "on: position. Not sure if this is because it's not acytually hooked to anything or not.

Water- Pegs when key "cranked". See above for question on it

Gas- Didin't move, but it may be accurate. Will check level w/lighter after post

Seat Belts- good

Brake- Light stayed on, not sure about this.

Turn signals- Worked, didn't screw that up.

Hi Beam Indicator- see above.

Gonna have to wait for Speedo & Tach for when the engine is ready to run & I figure out which wires from the 3800 harness they actually are (I haven't rechecked that yet [img]redface.gif[/img] )

[ January 03, 2004: Message edited by: 3.4 slow to go ]</p>

[3.4 slow to go]

3800 back out, in preparation of car being pushed out of garage to get 3.4 out (having the car be more than 400lbs lighter is a big help :D )

While out here are my plans:

1. Rust control & engine bay prep/paint
2. Finish painting block & pullies
3. Gaskets for tb, valave covers, upper intake & replace rear main seal while out (if you see this gasket/seal, it's reallt f'd up compaired to what th 2.8~3.4s have)
4. Replace log exhaust manifolds w/tubular ones (header like)
5. Get 4th gen radiator for better hose placement.
6. Finish off a/c delete box/pcm shelf support.
7. Order VATS bypass box
8~infinity finish off the little stuff.

I'm kinda hoping to get car done by AIS3, but I'm not sure.

Also will be out of the game for 2wks, going to school in Biloxi. mmmmmmmmmmmmm, Warmmmmmmmm (at least compared to here)

Not really a big list, and about 80% of all the wiring has been identified.

[3.4 slow to go]

because yo can never get tired of seeing that flag wave [img]graemlins/rock.gif[/img]

OK, first off, I'll be getting the brackets either this Friday or Saterday :lala:

now for some pic links as to what I've been doing in the mean time in my slightly motivated turtle pace:

3800 oil pan "gasket" 1
3800 oil pan "gasket" 2

yeah, kinda looks like a low buck windage tray. $38.00 for it too.

95-99 Stock "log" exhaust manifolds
My new Tubular Exhaust manifolds. Can you say factory shorty's :D

Please refere to prior pics as to what the engine bay looked like before, and now.....
Engine bay prep 1
Engine bay prep 2
Engine bay prep 3

Did the rust sanding, rust convertor, & white primer. Ended up like.....
Looks good 1
Looks good 2
Looks good 3

I think it's lighter in color due to being over the white primer & new touch up paint. Also clear coted the areas. It's all good :D

[Ian]

looks damn good!

[91Firebird]

The engine bay is looking good... nice and clean! Keep up the good work.

[3.4 slow to go]

Quick reply update: Engine & tranny are mated & in the car. I have an exhaust/suspension issue which may hold up the project (maybe) but I'm a gonna start the home stretch now [img]graemlins/banana.gif[/img] [img]graemlins/banana.gif[/img] [img]graemlins/banana.gif[/img] [img]graemlins/banana.gif[/img] [img]graemlins/banana.gif[/img] [img]graemlins/banana.gif[/img] [img]graemlins/dj.gif[/img]

[3.4 slow to go]

http://www.camarov6.com/ubb/ultimate...c;f=5;t=006237

[3.4 slow to go]

well, it cranks, but runs yet. Gotta check fuel level, fuel pressure, spark. Also, I belive the reason for the fuel pump continuously running/priming (either due to lack of fuel, or because I was runing a hot wire directly to it, no relay or ecm input). Ahhhhh, the wonders of engine swaps :rolleyes: :(

[Jerriko]

Is there anyway that you can straighten out the throttle body? I saw pics somewhere of someone else who did the swap that you are doing but they run air ducting to the TB in its current position and it looked really restrictive.

[3.4 slow to go]

the 84 camaro? I'm keeping the angled tb & maifold to ensure it clears the hood. CAI will be like the 3.4 style, only on the drivers side. PVC initially, but planning on getting something more blingity bling later.