LT1 air conditioner hitting the frame

[chevyman 68 C/10]

I know about new relocation brackets from street and performance. I am tired of waiting to get enough money together to put my engine in and was just wondering how those with camaro LT1 swaps cured the problem.
I know someone on here said they cut the frame to alow clearance for the compressor.
Anyone with pics and info please help

[Woody]

Hey All,

Anyone else with this problem? I'm thinking about the LT1/4L60e Upgrade and would like to know as much about stuff like this as I can before I buy engine/tranny setup...............

[cb]

Two years ago, I put a LT1 and 4L60E in a '70 Chevelle and I am currently putting a LS1 and 4L60E in a '72 Step Side.
Issues??????
-4L60E does not have speedo cable output. Need to modify trans.
-A/C compressor on LS1 is a clearance problem to frame. I think LT1 will be also.
-Major wiring work.
-Lots of brackets to fab. Power Train Control Module, power steering reservoir, underhood fuse box, etc.
-A floor mounted shifted is recomended. Major problems with P/N switch on column shift job.
-A/C fluid lines must be adapted. On the '72 I am using the entire '99 Z28 A/C system including all the dash mounted stuff. MAJOR rework.
-Power steering lines must be adapted.
-Modify prop shaft.
-Modify trans cross member and relocate.
-Make engine mounts. I was able to use the stock '70 Chevelle mounts by turning one upside down (A/C compressor side). The LS1 required total rebuild.

There is probably more....I am also using the Z28 tilt steering column and IP cluster....therefore I can't remember what "extra" problems I have created and what just come with the conversion.

I will say that if you are willing to do all the fab work, it makes a very nice ride. The Chevelle is awsome with just a 3.08 gear. The LS1 truck with the 3.73 gear will be a hand full. Hope this helps.
Craig

[Blue68]

Chevyman, I think the solution is to use the Corvette brackets. My understanding is they mount the compressor up high instead of low like the CamBirds do.

[Stepside]

Notch the frame.

[Sevans327]

I was the one who notched my frame for the compressor I strengthened it by boxing the frame in front of the compressor. I recently found a part number for an a/c delete bracket that just has a pulley. So if your not going to run a/c this is an easy alternative to cutting the frame. From the looks of it you could just heat the top of the frame and bend it slightly. I am still trying to get mine to run better. I dont think im getting enough fuel pressure. When I floor it, it pops and backfires but let off and it runs great. I'll get it right sometime...

Shawn

[chevyman 68 C/10]

My budget is depleted as for as vette brackets. By the time I get everything else I need for this swap, i will be a long time getting my engine in, and I don't want to take very long getting the I6 out.
Sevans327 air is not a option in Texas so I guess i need to notch the frame.
Stepside how much notch is nessary?