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**Classic Heartbeat** · 07-12-2017, 06:58 PM

After many years thinking I was going to install a 402 BB and T-400 trans, I have decided to change directions. I just purchased a 2001 Camaro Z28 with an LS1 motor and 4L60E transmission and once I rebuild them, that is what will go into my Panel. I have heard horror stories about trying to gather the parts you need when just purchasing the motor so I opted to buy the whole car. Wish me luck!!

WES

hewittca · 07-12-2017, 08:22 PM

Nice! That's the way to go. I have not even considered an LS swap due to the seemingly endless list of parts that need to accompany it. I know the process has been documented and many have made the swap fairly painlessly, but it's much easier for me right now to just stick with the little old 307 that's still cruising right along.

**LockDoc** · 07-12-2017, 10:01 PM

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I put an LS1 in my '67 Panel Truck with 0 problems. I cut my own wire loom down, bought the motor mount adapter plates, bought Hooker cast iron headers, and it all just fell into place. I used the stock TH350 trans cross member in the forward set of holes and the stock TH350 driveshaft fit with no modifications. It has a 3.73 Posi rear end and gets about 24 MPG, This was done in 2015 and I love driving this thing....

LockDoc

CG · 07-13-2017, 11:26 AM

Nice, thats going to be a sweet panel!

BTW Ill be going out to the farm this weekend (haven't had time since we talked last) Ill grab that dash I told you about and Ill see what that roof section of the burb looks like and shoot you some pics.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 07-13-2017, 12:09 PM

Thanks CG. That would be great. I am finding out that I will have to go to some sort of electronic gauge for the speedometer. Not quite sure how that will work out, but I think that it will be the least of my worries over the entire build of my panel... lol That's great milage LocDoc, I am starting to get excited obout the build agan..

.. WES

**LockDoc** · 07-13-2017, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

Thanks CG. That would be great. I am finding out that I will have to go to some sort of electronic gauge for the speedometer. Not quite sure how that will work out, but I think that it will be the least of my worries over the entire build of my panel... lol That's great milage LocDoc, I am starting to get excited obout the build agan..

.. WES

For my speedometer I used a Dakota digital converter, controlled by the ECM and VSS. That way you can use the stock speedometer. Works good.

LockDoc

**Classic Heartbeat** · 07-13-2017, 11:42 PM

Thanks LocDoc. I will look that up. I am also installing a 59/60 Impala dash.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 07-13-2017, 11:46 PM

I was thinking something like this... http://m.ebay.com/itm/Dakota-Digital...%257Ciid%253A6

CountofMonteCarlo84 · 07-14-2017, 12:21 PM

You will not regret it. I have an LS1 out of a 98 Z28 in my 1957 pickup. I daily drive a 2002 Camaro SS with LS1, and I previously owned a 99 Z28. All have been excellent motors. Love me some LsX.

**LockDoc** · 07-14-2017, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

Thanks LocDoc. I will look that up. I am also installing a 59/60 Impala dash.

I think those dashes look really good in our trucks.

LockDoc

**Hart_Rod** · 07-14-2017, 06:18 PM

You won't regret it! Let me know if you have any questions. I could be persuaded to fly up there and help you with finalizing the tune and wiring if needed.....

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07-12-2017, 06:58 PM	#1
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	Change in direction.... After many years thinking I was going to install a 402 BB and T-400 trans, I have decided to change directions. I just purchased a 2001 Camaro Z28 with an LS1 motor and 4L60E transmission and once I rebuild them, that is what will go into my Panel. I have heard horror stories about trying to gather the parts you need when just purchasing the motor so I opted to buy the whole car. Wish me luck!! WES Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

07-12-2017, 08:22 PM	#2
hewittca Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Mocksville, NC Posts: 1,766	Re: Change in direction.... Nice! That's the way to go. I have not even considered an LS swap due to the seemingly endless list of parts that need to accompany it. I know the process has been documented and many have made the swap fairly painlessly, but it's much easier for me right now to just stick with the little old 307 that's still cruising right along. __________________ Builds: Green Gus the 68 C10 \| Bluey the 72 1500 \| Lowly the 70 C10 - Instagram: @dr.hewitt - C10 Concept/Development Photos: Master Thread

07-12-2017, 10:01 PM	#3
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,849	Re: Change in direction.... - I put an LS1 in my '67 Panel Truck with 0 problems. I cut my own wire loom down, bought the motor mount adapter plates, bought Hooker cast iron headers, and it all just fell into place. I used the stock TH350 trans cross member in the forward set of holes and the stock TH350 driveshaft fit with no modifications. It has a 3.73 Posi rear end and gets about 24 MPG, This was done in 2015 and I love driving this thing.... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

07-13-2017, 11:26 AM	#4
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,044	Re: Change in direction.... Nice, thats going to be a sweet panel! BTW Ill be going out to the farm this weekend (haven't had time since we talked last) Ill grab that dash I told you about and Ill see what that roof section of the burb looks like and shoot you some pics. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

07-13-2017, 12:09 PM	#5
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	Re: Change in direction.... Thanks CG. That would be great. I am finding out that I will have to go to some sort of electronic gauge for the speedometer. Not quite sure how that will work out, but I think that it will be the least of my worries over the entire build of my panel... lol That's great milage LocDoc, I am starting to get excited obout the build agan.. .. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

07-13-2017, 11:42 PM	#7
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	Re: Change in direction.... Thanks LocDoc. I will look that up. I am also installing a 59/60 Impala dash. __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

07-13-2017, 11:46 PM	#8
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	Re: Change in direction.... I was thinking something like this... http://m.ebay.com/itm/Dakota-Digital...%257Ciid%253A6 __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

07-14-2017, 12:21 PM	#9
CountofMonteCarlo84 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Longwood, FL Posts: 165	Re: Change in direction.... You will not regret it. I have an LS1 out of a 98 Z28 in my 1957 pickup. I daily drive a 2002 Camaro SS with LS1, and I previously owned a 99 Z28. All have been excellent motors. Love me some LsX.

07-14-2017, 06:18 PM	#11
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