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1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build 1017rwhp/1019 rwtq

Discussion in 'The Builds Board Hall of Fame Builds' started by fiero1985, Dec 21, 2010.

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  1. Centrifuge

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    keep the thread updated for when you run, i am not to far and would like to see it :2thumbs:
     
    Centrifuge, Mar 24, 2011
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  2. BoostedNova72

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    I'd love to come see it run when its done. Badass build man.
     
    BoostedNova72, Mar 24, 2011
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  3. BlownShovel

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    Post up when the time comes. I believe I will be in Columbus the second weekend of June.
     
    BlownShovel, Mar 26, 2011
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  4. fiero1985

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    thanks guys I should be putting the motor in weds, progress slowed a little due to the new purchase of a 91 bmw turbo 5.0

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    fiero1985, Mar 28, 2011
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  5. Centrifuge

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    Love it! :2thumbs: more info please!
    Thanks
     
    Centrifuge, Mar 28, 2011
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  6. pokerface

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    baller! x2 on more info...
     
    pokerface, Mar 28, 2011
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  7. fiero1985

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    its a 91 e30

    89 shortblock
    Aluminum GT40 heads
    stock cam
    1.7 roller rockers
    cobra upper/lower
    Tial Wg/BOV
    Bullseye S472 turbo
    RPM built C4
    2.92 gears

    made 530whp on 13lbs

    car has been 10.70s at 138 could use a trans brake but its just a fun street car :chacha:
     
    fiero1985, Mar 29, 2011
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  8. Centrifuge

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    sounds like a fun street car, those are some good ET's for a small tire :chacha:
     
    Centrifuge, Mar 29, 2011
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  9. pokerface

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    mini tubs and 275s to the front!!
     
    pokerface, Mar 29, 2011
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  10. fiero1985

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    Well had a couple road blocks, the more I read about my oil pan choice I thought it was not best for my ground clearance and mount choices so I ordered a sheet metal pan from autokraft, its pretty nice with those trap door baffles. I finished getting the motor all bolted together and ready to set into the car. I am still on the fence clearance wise with my headers. I love the flow and looks but may have to get some stock valve covers, the tubes are very close to the valve covers.

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    fiero1985, Mar 31, 2011
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  11. turboventura

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    Looks clean, since your just mocking up I imagine you don't have a copper/soft gasket on there, maybe that will be enough to make you feel better :)
     
    turboventura, Mar 31, 2011
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  12. watahyahknow

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    those headers look a bit like the ones they use on drag and skiboats
     
    watahyahknow, Mar 31, 2011
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  13. fiero1985

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    Well engine is in! I was a little worried, the more I would read about people installing Lsx into x-bodys people had tons of problems with the mounts and oil pan clearance. I am very happy I spent the money on the autokraft sheetmetal pan. The clearance from crossmember to floor is great and there is plenty of space between pan and crossmember. And the ebay 1" setback plates worked great as well. Its time to start on the hotside, I kind of wish I would of went the twins route but I have to many parts to turn back now.

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    fiero1985, Apr 6, 2011
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  14. Centrifuge

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    :2thumbs: looks sick!

    why do you wish u would have gone with the twins??
     
    Centrifuge, Apr 6, 2011
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  15. fiero1985

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    the look factor...lol and I think the hot side would be easier given the header setup, but I am looking forward to the hotside being done.
     
    fiero1985, Apr 6, 2011
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  16. plywood

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    This is awesome I am right behind you just started my build, I am kind of opposite though as I,m doing modern chassis and suspension, and first gen carb motor with twin turbos :D :2thumbs:
     
    plywood, Apr 12, 2011
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  17. davidjalb

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    God I love this website, just filled with sick builds. I can't believe what that motor looked like before and after.
     
    davidjalb, Apr 14, 2011
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  18. van383

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    well this thread kinda dies out where the rest of the build pics?
     
    van383, Apr 24, 2011
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  19. fiero1985

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    The motor was just installed a couple weeks ago... This stuff takes time. Hope to have hotside done around 1st of june
     
    fiero1985, Apr 24, 2011
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  20. van383

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    Re: 1972 Nova Turbo Lsx Build

    i know you changed your mind on headers, but what was your plan on manifolds for pass and driver due too the rear steer on these cars? not really wanting the straight up look that i have seen with the sweeping 90 turn dead center of vc... ideas.. my 5.3 ones not looking good... also tried some fbody stuff and no luck, thanks
     
    van383, Apr 24, 2011
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