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The shop where I'm getting my 383 installed sent me a couple of pictures of the progress.
Out with the old:
Preparation of the new:
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Just waiting for the Edelbrock Vortech RPM intake to arrive. We decided to send the TH400 out for an overhaul to handle the extra torque including installing a Transgo 400 1-2 shift reprogrammer and fix my kickdown solenoid that hasn't worked in years. Also installing a TCI Breakaway 2400 stall converter.
Preparation of the new:
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Just waiting for the Edelbrock Vortech RPM intake to arrive. We decided to send the TH400 out for an overhaul to handle the extra torque including installing a Transgo 400 1-2 shift reprogrammer and fix my kickdown solenoid that hasn't worked in years. Also installing a TCI Breakaway 2400 stall converter.2012101154624r.jpg)
Build Date: May 7, 1975. 383 w/267 RWHP/310 RWTQ
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They're doin it with the hood ON?!? Daaaang!
Hope yer into swapping u-joints....if they install the complete T-Go kit, you'll be geting LOTTSA u-joint practice!
Seriously....that particular kit CAN get brutal on the shifts, so make sure that's what ya want. Once it's in, it hard to go back without a lot of hassle. Ask them to keep it on the "Street" level. It can be installed in different "levels" of performance, and trust me....the "Strip" level on a street car will make you come up with words you never thought you would....words like "
", and "
"...One particular car I remember from way back, with some real torque from the engine, and decent tires, actually broke the windshield on a 1-2 shift.....ooops....
Hope they get it runnin for ya quick....before it's too late to put any miles on it this year!
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They're doin it with the hood ON?!? Daaaang!
Hope yer into swapping u-joints....if they install the complete T-Go kit, you'll be geting LOTTSA u-joint practice!
Seriously....that particular kit CAN get brutal on the shifts, so make sure that's what ya want. Once it's in, it hard to go back without a lot of hassle. Ask them to keep it on the "Street" level. It can be installed in different "levels" of performance, and trust me....the "Strip" level on a street car will make you come up with words you never thought you would....words like "", and ""...
One particular car I remember from way back, with some real torque from the engine, and decent tires, actually broke the windshield on a 1-2 shift.....ooops....
Hope they get it runnin for ya quick....before it's too late to put any miles on it this year!
They're doin it with the hood ON?!? Daaaang!
Hope yer into swapping u-joints....if they install the complete T-Go kit, you'll be geting LOTTSA u-joint practice!
Seriously....that particular kit CAN get brutal on the shifts, so make sure that's what ya want. Once it's in, it hard to go back without a lot of hassle. Ask them to keep it on the "Street" level. It can be installed in different "levels" of performance, and trust me....the "Strip" level on a street car will make you come up with words you never thought you would....words like "
", and ""...One particular car I remember from way back, with some real torque from the engine, and decent tires, actually broke the windshield on a 1-2 shift.....ooops....
Hope they get it runnin for ya quick....before it's too late to put any miles on it this year!
No worries Joel. I'm just going for the street level with the Transgo kit. No need to loosen any fillings or break any windshields!!! The main reason for the install is to dual feed the direct clutches and to firm up the 1-2 shift a bit. I had another friend comment on the shops ability to pull the engine with the hood still on; they do excellent work there I can attest to. Doesn't look like I'll get any seat time this year; weather here is already changing. We had our first snow last week. It has melted since but cooler weather is here.
Build Date: May 7, 1975. 383 w/267 RWHP/310 RWTQ
Looking good, Greg! Can't wait to see more pics and maybe a sound clip or two once they get further along!
1976 Silver/Firethorn. L48, 4spd. Original 2 bolt, vortec heads, 9.4:1 CR, Speed Pro Cam: 224/224@0.050, 112 LSA, Eagle Steel Crank.
daveo76 said: Looking good, Greg! Can't wait to see more pics and maybe a sound clip or two once they get further along!
Thanks Dave. Looking forward to seeing it finished. Talking to the shop today, said they got the transmission back today. All new bands, frictions and steels in it and ready to go.
Build Date: May 7, 1975. 383 w/267 RWHP/310 RWTQ
I was at the shop today to bring the old engine home and snapped a couple of more pics.
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Should be done in another week.
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Build Date: May 7, 1975. 383 w/267 RWHP/310 RWTQ
Good Morning All,
Joel,I did not read or maybe I missed it,but I see no mention of a "Stall converter" for his 383/400 trans combo.Was it mention as to which RPM stall converter he is going with, usually a 2200-3000. Also,I have done R and R of Vette engines (12 early '80 and older for sure) and two late models '87+'92 with the hoods on the cars without a problem.In fact I would rather in/out an engine than take the hood off,due to the battle to get it back to OEM placement even with all the tricks I have used to be sure I get it back to original space.
In any event great job on the tally of owners years of life in a Vette.
Take care of you,
Sal C
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Case75 said: Also installing a TCI Breakaway 2400 stall converter.
Guess I'm just too claustrophobic...I need the hood off. Granted, I've never tried pulling the engine with the hood on, so.....
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Greg, what fuel pump is that? Does it have provisions for return line? If not, how does one deal with that? I've thought about upgrading, but not sure what to do about the return line. Also seems like many aftermarket pumps have too much pressure for a q-jet. What carb are you going to use?
Sorry, I know these questions belong in the fuel-related forum, but I wanted them linked to the original post.
1976 Silver/Firethorn. L48, 4spd. Original 2 bolt, vortec heads, 9.4:1 CR, Speed Pro Cam: 224/224@0.050, 112 LSA, Eagle Steel Crank.
daveo76 said: Greg, what fuel pump is that? Does it have provisions for return line? If not, how does one deal with that? I've thought about upgrading, but not sure what to do about the return line. Also seems like many aftermarket pumps have too much pressure for a q-jet. What carb are you going to use?
Sorry, I know these questions belong in the fuel-related forum, but I wanted them linked to the original post.
It's an Edelbrock pump. We'll be installing a regulator with a return line. The carb is an Edelbrock 1806 650CFM.
Build Date: May 7, 1975. 383 w/267 RWHP/310 RWTQ
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