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05-24-2024, 10:01 AM | #51 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
Well, I figure I will update this with exciting stuff. I have been purchasing items for my swap. I have decided to move forward with Holley Gen 4 swap Terminator x max, ported injection and have been buying parts to make that happen. I also decided to stick with the truck intake vs the LT2 intake to retain the torque down low. I could have more power but the torque is what make me happy!
I have also received my 220 amp alternator and installed the dual alternator bracket. the 170 amp alternator is moved to the second alternator spot so the 220 amp will be my main alternator. I will likely end up running two 220 amp alternators. I will upload and add photos later today. -Current performance- harness adapter- https://currentperformance.com/shop/...ort-injection/ -Oil pan- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Mast motorsports truck intake with ported injection- https://www.mastmotorsports.com/coll...ld-up-to-650hp Mast Motorsports DI injector plugs- https://www.mastmotorsports.com/coll...ction-plug-kit ICT Billet fuel injectorplug hold downs- https://www.amazon.com/LT-Gen-Plates...f_=as_li_ss_tl |
06-14-2024, 05:55 PM | #52 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
I am excited to say that I accidentally bought a NP205 case that has the correct big bearing bore. I have been purchasing parts to get this engine into my ride.
There has been a change in my setup though. Due to Mast Motorsports kind of messing up my order, I returned the intake and have decided to go with direct injection but using the Holley terminator X max kit. After looking at the numbers, the terminator x max gen 5 kit with 6l90e controller is going to be only about $500 more than the ported injection conversion and I will get to keep my VVT. I will be ordering my advance adapters 6l90E to Np205 converter kit very soon. |
08-08-2024, 10:04 PM | #53 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
build looks awesome! what head unit did you use? i want to build a custom center console and keep original radio for looks and put large screen head unit beneath in custom console and love the look of yours and it seems like you know about audio
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08-09-2024, 12:19 AM | #54 | |
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Joying hasbeen great for me. They are a higher tier Android headunit company along with a couple other quality companies. Teyes and Mekede are two more awesome companies. If you plan to do a console, I would recommend Teyes or Mekede due to their design which has everything built into the screen. Joying will also work but you have to mount the brain (chassis) somewhere. Joying sells an extended ribbon cable for remote mounting. I am using it in my Blazer. I started my car audio hobby back in the mid 90's and worked in the industry professionally for many years until I started making wayyyy more money in different industries. I have been building high end Car audio systems as a hobby/side gig for decades now. One thing that I realized when considering a console build is that in the Blazer, with the top off you will not be able to see the screen due to the glare it you angle it up. Your best bet will be to try to angle the screen in a way with no glare before you make it permanent. I have almost the same unit in my 76 Regal and can barely see the screen due to glare. It was because I wanted the screen flat on the dash of the Regal. Once installed, I realized that I will have to redesign it. Thanks for the post and if you need help, I love doing this stuff so just ask. Last edited by NDM; 08-09-2024 at 12:20 AM. Reason: add link |
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08-12-2024, 10:58 PM | #55 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
I really appreciate the reply. I hadn’t even thought about the glare with the top off. Will do some mockup/testing with ipad or consider going back to original location on dash. I really like the looks and size of those joying units and that they support carplay. I will definitely have some questions when it’s time for audio. I’ve had a local shop do several cars for me but want to give it a go on my own with the blazer.
Thanks again and keep posting pics of the build! |
08-30-2024, 06:19 PM | #56 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
Well it is too late to go back now! I have now ordered the Holley terminator x max kit for Gen V engines (with 6l90e control), Holley stainless cast headers and a DBW pedal.
I am now going to order the mufflers, intake tubing, Advanced adapters 6l90 to np205 adapter and anything else that is needed! This is getting exciting! Holley parts- 558-499 GM 6 SPEED TRANSMISSION CONTROL 558-475 GM PWM ALTERNATOR HARNESS 558-465 WIRING HARNESS, CAN SPLITTER 558-443 USB/CAN HARNESS, SNIPER TBI 550-1621 TERMINATOR X MAX LT GDI LATE DBW 145-160 HOLLEY DBW ACCELERATOR PEDAL Hooker Blackheart LT Swap Exhaust Manifolds BHS3116 Advanced adapters parts 50-9551A-DODGE & GM(10/27) 621.76 S NP205-29SPL INPUT TO GM 6L90 29SPL. TRANS AS-8603-#/4 spacer ring Last edited by NDM; 08-30-2024 at 06:54 PM. |
08-30-2024, 06:20 PM | #57 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
Talk about rapid escalation! I just ordered the advanced adapter part! Definitely no stopping the madness now!
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09-03-2024, 11:07 AM | #58 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
Would love to see more pictures of this swap as it progresses. Looking forward to updates!
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09-03-2024, 08:57 PM | #59 | |
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On that note, I have come up with a great idea! My dream has always been to have a K5 Blazer that did what my previous two SRT jeeps did. I am likely never going to use the thing off road but I absolutely loved the raw acceleration that my Jeeps had. After ordering the advance adapters kit, I realized that I could in fact grab a ford NP205 case and the front AWD diff from a Bravada (Same as a typhoon) or some stout AWD from another vehicle. By doing this I could in theory build a lowered K5 Blazer with IFS and still have my 4x4 for use as the "AWD". That would be fricking awesome. If the dude with that twin turbo AWD 71 donk can stuff the front diff in his car then I am sure I could do it too. For those that hate donks....I feel you. If you see this car though, you gotta respect the build. This guy built it in his garage and has been tearing up the competition at the track. The name of the car is "The rusty bullet". While I do not like these cars, I am a car guy and do respect what these guys are capable of building. Different strokes for different folks. Fo me though, I would love to have an 800hp K5 street machine that puts down 4 tire tracks on asphalt. Sure, I can do it with the gear that my Blazer came with but I would just like to have what I want to have. Low, wicked fast and able to put the power down on any surface. Before the flaming begins... remember, I wanted a 2wd but came across this 4x4 for a great price. It is my money so I am going to enjoy it the way I want to until someone pays the bill. |
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09-04-2024, 08:49 PM | #60 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
It is not rhe front diff you need from the awd vehicle. You need the "center diff". The awd transfercase that will help keep from constantly breaking stuff.
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09-05-2024, 03:08 PM | #61 | |
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I know that I am way outside the box here and I also know that I would technically not have AWD. It would be 4wd but give me better ride, lowered stance and essentially would have selectable "trackhawk mode" with big power. |
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09-07-2024, 09:08 PM | #62 |
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Wow! What a royal pain in the ass that was! It took me 15 min to disassemble my 6l90e to convert it from 2wd to 4wd. Of course it took like 2 hrs to put it back together. In the process, the tip on my 26 inch cheap amazon snap ring pliers broke. I was pissed because I was stuck mid project without it. I put my thinking cap on and came up with a very simple solution to tig weld a screw in place of the tip. There must have been oil on the parts because it welded like crap. Either way, it worked just fine. Mission accomplished.
So I also test fit the holley cast stainless exhaust manifold. I don't really like how they look so I may cerakote them black. All parts arrived except the terminator x max and the advanced adapters 6l90e to np205 adapter (arrives tomorrow I think). I made a great mess due to tranny fluid that I forgot to drain. Oops! Last edited by NDM; 09-09-2024 at 12:59 PM. |
09-09-2024, 12:52 PM | #63 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
Well....Given a little time, changes are bound to happen.
I have officially changed the plan again. I am no longer keeping direct injection. Due to a backorder for the Holley LT kit it made me do some thinking and at the end of the day, I decided that it will be better to run port injection for a multitude of reasons but the first being simplicity. The fact that everything for the ported kit is in stock kind of put the seal on the decision. I have a holley high ram intake, ported rails, 80 pound injectors and a gen 4 Holley terminator X max kit that should be here this week. While I will lose about 9% power bu deleting the direct injection, the plan is to run a cam which will put me ahead of the game again. I should end up with about 530hp NA. The decision to run port injection will save me a ton of $$$$ in the future when I go forced injection. The whole plan has always been to have around 800hp with forced induction. Other great news is that my Advance adapters np205 to 6l90e adapter is here. This thing is going to be really fun!! |
09-11-2024, 09:49 AM | #64 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
Yes!!!!
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09-12-2024, 10:45 AM | #65 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
More parts! Looks like my Truck will sound rowdy and scoot a little faster.
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09-12-2024, 09:08 PM | #66 |
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Re: Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T
Holy crap! I ordered my cam this morning and UPS says that it will be here tomorrow!!!!
While that is fricking exciting...the next group of words and photos have got me grinning ear to ear today. My Holley parts arrived and I began mocking up everything. I am absolutely thrilled with the direction that I am going!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I could literally giggle like a schoolgirl right now!! |
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