Limeyjeeper Posted July 5, 2024 Author Share Posted July 5, 2024 Very late with the update. Got the Quickdraw bellhousing installed. Much better setup than the Novak adapter. However, I had to lop a bit off the top of the bellhousing to get it to fit. If you are dropping the engine and trans in together it might fit. If I had removed the radiator etc. to allow me to drop the engine even further, I might have got it, but it would probably have needed the headers to be removed. Stock external slave cylinder works perfectly. Overall, a nice setup. Allowed me to move the transmission up another inch or so, which has stopped my transfer case tailhousing leak. Next project is to get the under-dash wiring organized. I have been in there too many times to troubleshoot a couple of things and now it is interfering with the accelerator pedal - Not good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted July 5, 2024 Share Posted July 5, 2024 4 hours ago, Limeyjeeper said: Very late with the update. Got the Quickdraw bellhousing installed. Much better setup than the Novak adapter. However, I had to lop a bit off the top of the bellhousing to get it to fit. If you are dropping the engine and trans in together it might fit. If I had removed the radiator etc. to allow me to drop the engine even further, I might have got it, but it would probably have needed the headers to be removed. Stock external slave cylinder works perfectly. Overall, a nice setup. Allowed me to move the transmission up another inch or so, which has stopped my transfer case tailhousing leak. Next project is to get the under-dash wiring organized. I have been in there too many times to troubleshoot a couple of things and now it is interfering with the accelerator pedal - Not good. Do you have a picture of the section you removed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comanche SS Posted July 5, 2024 Share Posted July 5, 2024 18 hours ago, Limeyjeeper said: Very late with the update. Got the Quickdraw bellhousing installed. Much better setup than the Novak adapter. However, I had to lop a bit off the top of the bellhousing to get it to fit. If you are dropping the engine and trans in together it might fit. If I had removed the radiator etc. to allow me to drop the engine even further, I might have got it, but it would probably have needed the headers to be removed. Stock external slave cylinder works perfectly. Overall, a nice setup. Allowed me to move the transmission up another inch or so, which has stopped my transfer case tailhousing leak. Next project is to get the under-dash wiring organized. I have been in there too many times to troubleshoot a couple of things and now it is interfering with the accelerator pedal - Not good. What bolt hole was the engine mount in? @ghetdjc320 Had the same problem, but the trans I have didnt have that issue, all trucks had Novak mounts, with the Quickdraw bell. Strange how some have this problem and some don't, something we have previously scratched our heads about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyjeeper Posted July 5, 2024 Author Share Posted July 5, 2024 I had the mount in its most rear position. The motor sits really close to the bulkhead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyjeeper Posted July 27, 2024 Author Share Posted July 27, 2024 I have had this really annoying rear transfer case seal leak, well that is what I thought it was. Turns out the crappy Spicer slip yoke is what is leaking. After several rear transfer case seal swaps with no fix I decided to stand my driveshaft on its end and I filled the slip yoke spline shaft with ATF. Sure enough the next morning I looked at the yoke and fluid was pooling behind the yoke base. Never seen this before. I wonder how many people fighting transfer case leaks really don't have a seal issue but a leaking yoke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damianriel Posted August 12, 2024 Share Posted August 12, 2024 @Limeyjeeper not intending to hijack your thread but I was hoping you could share some on how you setup your AC system with the swap. I've been pretty deep in research regarding it lately and according to all my research the 91-96 HO harnesses run at least part of the AC circuit through the ECM/PCM which I have no plans of keeping. Edit: I found the post you did on the AC and I'm not convinced it will work for my application. Looks like I'll be figuring it out myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted August 13, 2024 Share Posted August 13, 2024 On 6/26/2019 at 1:45 AM, Limeyjeeper said: PS pump I used was the 36P1568 Corvette pump with a 12559885 pulley and reservoir and a 15907878 hose, you will also need a PS pump retainer bracket and a reservoir bracket P/No 12555222. Curious what your thoughts are in regards to flipping the pump over so the inlet would run to the outside. I keep trying to come up with a way to eliminate the vette reservoir to reduce intake interference... It appears that your PS pump is held in with 2 bolts. I was speaking with Blaine (Savvy, BMB and Vanco) about this, and he suggested trying to find a way to fit this reservoir near the alternator: https://www.chasebays.com/products/chase-bays-new-dual-baffled-power-steering-reservoir?_pos=2&_sid=92fea590c&_ss=r Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyjeeper Posted August 13, 2024 Author Share Posted August 13, 2024 I think the problem is that the Corvette pump is very small and doesn't deal with a lot of distance from the tank. When I had the G8 setup I probably had 2 feet of hose. It squealed like a pig. It wasn't cavitation. I just don't think the pump had enough power to pull the fluid through that much hose when you think the stock hose from the reservoir to the pump is no more than 3"!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted August 13, 2024 Share Posted August 13, 2024 13 minutes ago, Limeyjeeper said: I think the problem is that the Corvette pump is very small and doesn't deal with a lot of distance from the tank. When I had the G8 setup I probably had 2 feet of hose. It squealed like a pig. It wasn't cavitation. I just don't think the pump had enough power to pull the fluid through that much hose when you think the stock hose from the reservoir to the pump is no more than 3"!!! True. The Holley mid-mount to me is the best overall solution *if* it fits. Jeff at Novak thought it would fit but may need to swap the larger novak fan to the other side. This tc pump setup from PSC also struck me as interesting. Supposed to be for an LS3 which is a very similar configuration: https://www.pscmotorsports.com/psc-pk1871-ls3-m.html It seems that, even though there are a lot of aftermarket accessory drives, they have yet to crack this configuration to get a remote or even integral PS reservoir setup. Id love to just move the alternator to the passenger side head, but again, no one seems to make that setup in the -1 corvette spacing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyjeeper Posted August 17, 2024 Author Share Posted August 17, 2024 On 8/12/2024 at 9:49 PM, ghetdjc320 said: True. The Holley mid-mount to me is the best overall solution *if* it fits. Jeff at Novak thought it would fit but may need to swap the larger novak fan to the other side. This tc pump setup from PSC also struck me as interesting. Supposed to be for an LS3 which is a very similar configuration: https://www.pscmotorsports.com/psc-pk1871-ls3-m.html It seems that, even though there are a lot of aftermarket accessory drives, they have yet to crack this configuration to get a remote or even integral PS reservoir setup. Id love to just move the alternator to the passenger side head, but again, no one seems to make that setup in the -1 corvette spacing. Some guys moved to a Volvo electric PS pump. That might be an option for you. Borgeson Electric Power Steering - LS1TECH - Camaro and Firebird Forum Discussion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyjeeper Posted January 20, 2025 Author Share Posted January 20, 2025 Comanche Dawn is in hibernation for the winter. Waiting on a new hood from OffgridResearch. Got my painter all lined up when it is done. Spring tasks will be to troubleshoot the cruise control. Had it working then it stopped. Also need to get a tune. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89 MJ Posted January 20, 2025 Share Posted January 20, 2025 1 hour ago, Limeyjeeper said: Waiting on a new hood from OffgridResearch. Did something happen to the hood on it? Or is this because the hood on it has figment issues? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyjeeper Posted January 20, 2025 Author Share Posted January 20, 2025 The hood warped on one side. Baja fiber didn't have enough thickness on the side braces and caused the hood to bow. Always a risk with Fiberglass. Especially if it gets really hot. I could cut it and get it to lay flat, but it is a lot of work and probably cheaper to wait for a new one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle_SX4 Posted December 31, 2025 Share Posted December 31, 2025 On 10/13/2019 at 9:21 PM, Limeyjeeper said: Wilwood brakes are on. Used pre 1990 knuckles. Kit fits really well. Only issue is that they use a 1/8 NPT fitting for the brake line not a banjo fitting. So the cool Crown brake lines will need to be replaced. How do you like the Wilwood brakes? I think this might be the next upgrade I do to my truck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyjeeper Posted December 31, 2025 Author Share Posted December 31, 2025 Finally got my replacement hood from Off Grid Research. Took a long time to get it. He had a lot of issues getting it done. I know a lot of people got upset with him but the product is far superior to anything Baja Fiber built and I appreciate that fact he even tried. The fit is good and the quality is excellent. It is being made by a well-known hood manufacturer, and they did a bang-up job. My original hood warped really badly because there was not enough structure. Warped old hood Baja Fiber Hood OGR Hood - Fully finished on both sides. Built in hood mounts and functional vents with water drain holes This was before I adjusted it Gaps are all good. Hood curve is near perfect. I can adjust the fenders to get it exact. No different to a stock hood Clean gaps I dinged the paint which will get fixed when the hood is painted Gap looks off it actually isn't. Just the angle. I am never expecting 100% perfection it just doesn't happen with any fiber hood, but this is very, very close. It will require almost no finishing before paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyjeeper Posted January 1 Author Share Posted January 1 2 hours ago, Eagle_SX4 said: How do you like the Wilwood brakes? I think this might be the next upgrade I do to my truck. Love them. Easy install if you have pre 90 knuckles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle_SX4 Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 19 minutes ago, Limeyjeeper said: Love them. Easy install if you have pre 90 knuckles. That is good to hear. After moving to 33's I am in need of a brake upgrade. What brake pads are you running? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 Glad you finally got the hood! Seems like OG just got so stressed out running a business many customers dropped out. Hoping things work out though as it looks like a good product! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limeyjeeper Posted January 1 Author Share Posted January 1 13 hours ago, Eagle_SX4 said: That is good to hear. After moving to 33's I am in need of a brake upgrade. What brake pads are you running? I bought the 140-12576-DR kit that came with pads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle_SX4 Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 1 hour ago, Limeyjeeper said: I bought the 140-12576-DR kit that came with pads. Thanks. I saw they have different pads available separately and was just curious if you used the ones in the kit or had swapped to a different set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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