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kouki_steve · 08-16-2011, 10:58 AM

Before going off and buying a ls6 valley cover, I would recommend this route.

Get some fuel line. T-off rear valve cover fittings to the front going into a Norris Motorsports filter catch can, get a NEW style pcv valve from GM. (orifice type) then straight into your intake. DONE. had no oil going in at ALL.

Or, you can take a different route, by venting your blowby gases.
up to you, i chose the above route because I liked to run a catch can.
Just make sure you get one that actually does its job and filters the vapor/oil.

Of course theres guys who spend extra and get the ls6 valley cover, which
is good/eliminates some hoses but unless you already have it. Its not really
cost effective. Good luck

Royal_T · 08-16-2011, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kouki_steve

Before going off and buying a ls6 valley cover, I would recommend this route.

Get some fuel line. T-off rear valve cover fittings to the front going into a Norris Motorsports filter catch can, get a NEW style pcv valve from GM. (orifice type) then straight into your intake. DONE. had no oil going in at ALL.

Or, you can take a different route, by venting your blowby gases.
up to you, i chose the above route because I liked to run a catch can.
Just make sure you get one that actually does its job and filters the vapor/oil.

Of course theres guys who spend extra and get the ls6 valley cover, which
is good/eliminates some hoses but unless you already have it. Its not really
cost effective. Good luck

Thanks for all that info, but I have something plan for my catch can setup up..

josephin510 · 08-16-2011, 03:24 PM

You sir are pure evil with this weekly update thing. Come on please don't make me wait like the guy in the Rb26 E30 did please!!!

kyles1988 · 08-17-2011, 01:22 PM

This build is a good read so far. Keep it up Royal_T!

Royal_T · 08-17-2011, 08:14 PM

Thanks guys glad you like,, More to come...

c_mancuyas8 · 08-17-2011, 08:43 PM

Looking great!!! GL withe the rest of the build!

95KA-Turbo · 08-17-2011, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Royal_T

Thanks bro,, it went pretty smooth for me.. what problems did you run into?

The wiring in my garage I guess isn't made to handle an air compressor, so it would flip the circuit every 30 seconds, and the compressor I had was a really small one so it was basically constantly on, so I'd get work done for a min and have to flip the circuit breaker and go back to working again.

It basically took about 3 times as long as it should have, haha. Glad to hear you didn't have stupid problems with yours!

chitownguy · 08-17-2011, 10:00 PM

Thought I saw the motor in the car when I went to UpRev a couple weeks ago? Build is coming along nicely though Edafe.

Royal_T · 08-17-2011, 11:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by c_mancuyas8

Looking great!!! GL withe the rest of the build!

Thanks bro

Quote:

Originally Posted by 95KA-Turbo

The wiring in my garage I guess isn't made to handle an air compressor, so it would flip the circuit every 30 seconds, and the compressor I had was a really small one so it was basically constantly on, so I'd get work done for a min and have to flip the circuit breaker and go back to working again.

It basically took about 3 times as long as it should have, haha. Glad to hear you didn't have stupid problems with yours!

Man that really sounds like a pain.. Yeah did not have that problem at all did not use my compress but had an electric high power cutting wheel... was nice and quick

Quote:

Originally Posted by chitownguy

Thought I saw the motor in the car when I went to UpRev a couple weeks ago? Build is coming along nicely though Edafe.

Yeah motor is in the Z already, like I said before I am ahead of these build pics. Wanted to do it this way so everyone would not be waiting for parts to get here and updates on the build.. But I think I will catch up to where I am at now and then the waiting will start...lol But I will try and update every week.

Royal_T · 08-21-2011, 05:52 PM

Well got to this post early today, its a short one but its a good one... So enjoy:biggthumpup:

STAGE 1: Phase 4 'LS1 to LS6 PCV conversion'

Okay this weeks beer of choice is New Belgium Brewing 'Lips of Faith Series' 'Super Cru'. This beer is pretty much a hopped up Fat Tire with double the malt and hops; Add in crisp Asian Pears, which is a Belgian thing to do; and bring it to life with a Saison yeast. With a ABV of 10% it does get the job done:JAMIN:

Okay what we are installing today is a LS6 PCV system. You might be asking your self why do we need to change PCV systems. Well the reason we switched to a GM LS6 PCV system was to reduce oil consumption issues associated with the factory LS1PCV system.

I got the kit from Thunder Racing, it includes everything needed to do the conversion: LS6 Valley Cover, valley cover gasket, valley cover bolts, LS6 PCV Tube, and valve cover plugs.

Thunder Racing LS1 to LS6 PCV Conversion Kit : $169.99

This pic shows the difference in the to PCV systems. Bottom is the LS6 PCV system and the top is the factory LS1 PCV system. You can also see from this pic why some trimming is required.

Start of by removing the old LS1 PCV system, I forgot to take pics of this stage, just thought it was straight forward enough. Next prep your area for cutting. Make sure you cover everything you can, use towels, blue painter tape every thing so no shavings get in the engine.

Here is a better pic of the prep area taken from LS1Howto.com

This is the piece that we are going to trim down. We need to chop the wall off this block all the way down so that its even with the bottom of the pit. It may help for you to mark a line on the aluminum about 3/4" down so you know where to cut

Here is a better pic of the target area, pic taken once again from LS1howto.com

Okay cut made. I just used my high power electric cutting wheel to cut this off.

Another pic of the cut

Once you done cutting the piece off make sure you clean the area very well before installing the new LS6 PCV system. The new unit should just drop right into place. Torque all 10 bolts to 18 lb/ft. Next, hand thread in both knock sensors until they bottom out. Torque these to 11 lb/ft. Reconnect both wiring plugs, and slide the plastic connectors back in place.

Now there is more to the install but I have no need for it since I am going to route my PCV system to a Catch can later.

So there you have it nice and quick and easy..

Total price so far: $4,240.19

Next week STAGE 1: Phase 5 'FAST 102 Intake/FAST 102 TB'

Johny5 · 08-21-2011, 05:55 PM

jelly of FAST stuff, nice work dude

Royal_T · 08-21-2011, 05:56 PM

Also just wanted to say Thanks everyone for the kind words, its what keeps me motivated on this build.

So Thanks

Matthew Murphy · 08-21-2011, 06:01 PM

you should give us a bonus of next weeks too since it was so short, and my birthday was yesterday:P haha

Royal_T · 08-21-2011, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johny5

jelly of FAST stuff, nice work dude

Thanks bro, I am just trying to catch up to you.

d-man478 · 08-21-2011, 07:41 PM

I look forward to your updates every week bro! Great progress so far.

koukimuncher · 08-21-2011, 08:28 PM

very nice bro keep up the good work

Royal_T · 08-22-2011, 01:50 PM

Thanks guys for the kind words

Royal_T · 08-24-2011, 01:43 PM

Thanks everyone for the kind words..

Well to keep things going just wanted to share with you guys what I just picked up..
Got this sick I-Phone-4 case the other day by id America. Its a head gasket, pretty sick design I must say.

The design of this case is by far well thought out.

Has a lot of padding in the back to protect your phone..

Comes with these screen and back protectors.. I personally hate theses things so I did not install them..

They come in different colors like, gold, bronze and silver..

Bam there you have it..

turbo2nr · 08-24-2011, 01:50 PM

^ thats baus they need to make one for my droid!

moar of your build now please!!

thenooblet · 08-24-2011, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johny5

jelly of FAST stuff, nice work dude

thats what im jelly of

Johny5 · 08-24-2011, 03:34 PM

man, sooooo wanted to get that cover in copper haha.

4-20sx · 08-24-2011, 04:53 PM

awesome work man!

great build!
hows your engine stand holding with that V8? it looks like its bending downwards from the weight.

i had to buy that 1kg engine stand for my damn V8 rebuild.

DeathMetal · 08-24-2011, 07:00 PM

A man after my own heart...

Great beers and LSx swaps.

thefro526 · 08-24-2011, 07:15 PM

This build continues to be radical.

Continue with the good work.

Royal_T · 08-24-2011, 08:01 PM

Thanks everyone for the kind words..

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johny5

man, sooooo wanted to get that cover in copper haha.

Yeah I almost got that one too, but wife said this one would pop better... They just released a rally blue.. looks rad..

Quote:

Originally Posted by DamianN.

haha nice! Is that one of the head gaskets from a miniature 6 cylinder on you iPhone?

hahaha you know it

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4-20sx

awesome work man!

great build!
hows your engine stand holding with that V8? it looks like its bending downwards from the weight.

i had to buy that 1kg engine stand for my damn V8 rebuild.

To be honest with you I prb do need a stronger stand but its holding up fine for now.. I will get a new one later but for now this will do.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeathMetal

A man after my own heart...

Great beers and LSx swaps.

Thanks, and glad you like the beers

irritatedmax · 08-24-2011, 09:29 PM

Liking the detailed nature of the thread - definitely in for seeing how this turns out! Keep those updates coming!

battery1882 · 08-25-2011, 12:26 AM

great beers and crazy build! let's be friends

muffler · 08-25-2011, 12:29 AM

lovin it! more!

Royal_T · 08-28-2011, 01:58 PM

STAGE 1: Phase 5 'FAST 102 Intake/FAST 102 TB'

Okay beer of choice this week is Julius Echter 'Hefe Weisse' if you are looking for a good wheat beer then look no further.. I personally love hefeweizen type of beers and this one really hits the spot.. Hope you like.

Okay what we have today to instill is a FAST 102 Intake with a FAST 102 TB, and a FAST fuel rail.. Now I bought this as a package deal on Texas Speed Shop, and yet again they do not disappoint.

FAST 102 Intake/TB and Fuel rail kit from Texas Speed Shop: $1,653.98
(I added the Coolant pipes and plugs, fuel rail and gaskets)

Man I just love how the FAST 102 TB is packaged.. I felt like James Bond opening up this case. Its well protected and overall just impressed me..

Now a lot of people might question the 102 Intake. Some say it does not give you any gains so why bother.. Well the main reason I bought this Intake was simply for my later plans for the motor. I do plan on storking this engine and running a twin turbo set up so this intake will def help me when I put down the big numbers. Got to plan ahead..

And damn does it just not scream beast mode...lol

First thing to install is the new Coolant pipe for the front of the engine..

pretty straight forward here, you just place it where the old coolant pipes went.

Next is the Coolant plugs for the rear of the engine...

Place both coolant plugs where they are suppose to be, and tighten down..

Next is the FAST 102 Intake gaskets... love the orange

Place around every runner...

Next install the intake, follow the FAST instructions. They state what torque specs and proper order to torque down..

Next is the gasket for the FAST TB,,

Place the gasket where it needs to be...

And then install this beastly TB,, man this thing is nasty

Almost complete.. Looks like an engine now..

Next is the FAST fuel rails.. Now I don't think I am going to keep these so if some one wants them shoot me a PM and I will sell them to you.. Going to go with the FAST Billet Fuels instead..

They come with spacers so you can run the factory LS1 injectors

Sorry for the tilt of the motor in this pic but you get the idea... Engine is pretty much complete just have to install a few things but this is what it will look like..

Goodnight and sleep tight my lil engine..

Total price so far: $5,894.17

Next week STAGE 1: Phase 6 'Coils/Spark Plugs and Wires'

tricky_ab · 08-28-2011, 02:47 PM

This thread makes me want to drop money and thirsty. I love it!

08-16-2011, 03:24 PM	#93
josephin510 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: richmond Age: 32 Posts: 504 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	You sir are pure evil with this weekly update thing. Come on please don't make me wait like the guy in the Rb26 E30 did please!!! __________________ Trade my Rb25 for some wheels. Buy my Sc300.

08-17-2011, 08:14 PM	#95
Royal_T Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX Age: 38 Posts: 813 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Thanks guys glad you like,, More to come... __________________ http://zilvia.net/advertise.html

08-17-2011, 08:43 PM	#96
c_mancuyas8 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: greenwood s.c. Age: 37 Posts: 461 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	Looking great!!! GL withe the rest of the build! __________________

08-17-2011, 10:00 PM	#98
chitownguy Zilvia Junkie Join Date: May 2006 Location: San Antonio Age: 32 Posts: 466 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thought I saw the motor in the car when I went to UpRev a couple weeks ago? Build is coming along nicely though Edafe. __________________ ShakotanOscar.blogspot.com

08-21-2011, 05:52 PM	#100
Royal_T Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX Age: 38 Posts: 813 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Well got to this post early today, its a short one but its a good one... So enjoy:biggthumpup: STAGE 1: Phase 4 'LS1 to LS6 PCV conversion' Okay this weeks beer of choice is New Belgium Brewing 'Lips of Faith Series' 'Super Cru'. This beer is pretty much a hopped up Fat Tire with double the malt and hops; Add in crisp Asian Pears, which is a Belgian thing to do; and bring it to life with a Saison yeast. With a ABV of 10% it does get the job done:JAMIN: Okay what we are installing today is a LS6 PCV system. You might be asking your self why do we need to change PCV systems. Well the reason we switched to a GM LS6 PCV system was to reduce oil consumption issues associated with the factory LS1PCV system. I got the kit from Thunder Racing, it includes everything needed to do the conversion: LS6 Valley Cover, valley cover gasket, valley cover bolts, LS6 PCV Tube, and valve cover plugs. Thunder Racing LS1 to LS6 PCV Conversion Kit : $169.99 This pic shows the difference in the to PCV systems. Bottom is the LS6 PCV system and the top is the factory LS1 PCV system. You can also see from this pic why some trimming is required. Start of by removing the old LS1 PCV system, I forgot to take pics of this stage, just thought it was straight forward enough. Next prep your area for cutting. Make sure you cover everything you can, use towels, blue painter tape every thing so no shavings get in the engine. Here is a better pic of the prep area taken from LS1Howto.com This is the piece that we are going to trim down. We need to chop the wall off this block all the way down so that its even with the bottom of the pit. It may help for you to mark a line on the aluminum about 3/4" down so you know where to cut Here is a better pic of the target area, pic taken once again from LS1howto.com Okay cut made. I just used my high power electric cutting wheel to cut this off. Another pic of the cut Once you done cutting the piece off make sure you clean the area very well before installing the new LS6 PCV system. The new unit should just drop right into place. Torque all 10 bolts to 18 lb/ft. Next, hand thread in both knock sensors until they bottom out. Torque these to 11 lb/ft. Reconnect both wiring plugs, and slide the plastic connectors back in place. Now there is more to the install but I have no need for it since I am going to route my PCV system to a Catch can later. So there you have it nice and quick and easy.. Total price so far: $4,240.19 Next week STAGE 1: Phase 5 'FAST 102 Intake/FAST 102 TB' __________________ http://zilvia.net/advertise.html

08-16-2011, 10:58 AM	#91
kouki_steve Leaky Injector Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mcallen, tx Posts: 132 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Before going off and buying a ls6 valley cover, I would recommend this route. Get some fuel line. T-off rear valve cover fittings to the front going into a Norris Motorsports filter catch can, get a NEW style pcv valve from GM. (orifice type) then straight into your intake. DONE. had no oil going in at ALL. Or, you can take a different route, by venting your blowby gases. up to you, i chose the above route because I liked to run a catch can. Just make sure you get one that actually does its job and filters the vapor/oil. Of course theres guys who spend extra and get the ls6 valley cover, which is good/eliminates some hoses but unless you already have it. Its not really cost effective. Good luck

08-17-2011, 01:22 PM	#94
kyles1988 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Normal, IL Posts: 1,026 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	This build is a good read so far. Keep it up Royal_T!

08-21-2011, 05:55 PM	#101
Johny5 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Dallas, Tx Age: 36 Posts: 3,221 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	jelly of FAST stuff, nice work dude __________________ www.stewartleask.com

08-21-2011, 05:56 PM	#102
Royal_T Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX Age: 38 Posts: 813 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Also just wanted to say Thanks everyone for the kind words, its what keeps me motivated on this build. So Thanks __________________ http://zilvia.net/advertise.html

08-21-2011, 06:01 PM	#103
Matthew Murphy Leaky Injector Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: houston Age: 29 Posts: 87 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	you should give us a bonus of next weeks too since it was so short, and my birthday was yesterday:P haha

08-21-2011, 07:41 PM	#105
d-man478 Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: GA Age: 31 Posts: 114 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	I look forward to your updates every week bro! Great progress so far.

08-21-2011, 08:28 PM	#106
koukimuncher Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 697 Trader Rating: (29) Feedback Score: 29 reviews	very nice bro keep up the good work

08-22-2011, 01:50 PM	#107
Royal_T Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX Age: 38 Posts: 813 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Thanks guys for the kind words __________________ http://zilvia.net/advertise.html

08-24-2011, 01:43 PM	#108
Royal_T Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX Age: 38 Posts: 813 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Thanks everyone for the kind words.. Well to keep things going just wanted to share with you guys what I just picked up.. Got this sick I-Phone-4 case the other day by id America. Its a head gasket, pretty sick design I must say. The design of this case is by far well thought out. Has a lot of padding in the back to protect your phone.. Comes with these screen and back protectors.. I personally hate theses things so I did not install them.. They come in different colors like, gold, bronze and silver.. Bam there you have it.. __________________ http://zilvia.net/advertise.html

08-24-2011, 01:50 PM	#109
turbo2nr Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: queens NYC Age: 35 Posts: 2,560 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	^ thats baus they need to make one for my droid! moar of your build now please!! __________________ s14 kouki ka-t

08-24-2011, 03:34 PM	#111
Johny5 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Dallas, Tx Age: 36 Posts: 3,221 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	man, sooooo wanted to get that cover in copper haha. __________________ www.stewartleask.com

08-24-2011, 04:53 PM	#112
4-20sx Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: los angeles Age: 36 Posts: 2,113 Trader Rating: (50) Feedback Score: 50 reviews	awesome work man! great build! hows your engine stand holding with that V8? it looks like its bending downwards from the weight. i had to buy that 1kg engine stand for my damn V8 rebuild. __________________ "get that nacho out of my face"

08-24-2011, 07:00 PM	#113
DeathMetal Zilvia Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: SW Florida Age: 31 Posts: 198 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	A man after my own heart... Great beers and LSx swaps.

08-24-2011, 07:15 PM	#114
thefro526 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,813 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	This build continues to be radical. Continue with the good work. __________________ http://thefro526.wordpress.com/ Deto International

08-24-2011, 09:29 PM	#116
irritatedmax Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Ashland, NE Age: 35 Posts: 1,360 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Liking the detailed nature of the thread - definitely in for seeing how this turns out! Keep those updates coming! __________________ BRICKHOUSE PRODUCTS IG @brickhouse_products

08-25-2011, 12:26 AM	#117
battery1882 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Fullerton, CA Age: 39 Posts: 694 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	great beers and crazy build! let's be friends

08-25-2011, 12:29 AM	#118
muffler Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: upland ca Posts: 309 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	lovin it! more!

08-28-2011, 01:58 PM	#119
Royal_T Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX Age: 38 Posts: 813 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	STAGE 1: Phase 5 'FAST 102 Intake/FAST 102 TB' Okay beer of choice this week is Julius Echter 'Hefe Weisse' if you are looking for a good wheat beer then look no further.. I personally love hefeweizen type of beers and this one really hits the spot.. Hope you like. Okay what we have today to instill is a FAST 102 Intake with a FAST 102 TB, and a FAST fuel rail.. Now I bought this as a package deal on Texas Speed Shop, and yet again they do not disappoint. FAST 102 Intake/TB and Fuel rail kit from Texas Speed Shop: $1,653.98 (I added the Coolant pipes and plugs, fuel rail and gaskets) Man I just love how the FAST 102 TB is packaged.. I felt like James Bond opening up this case. Its well protected and overall just impressed me.. Now a lot of people might question the 102 Intake. Some say it does not give you any gains so why bother.. Well the main reason I bought this Intake was simply for my later plans for the motor. I do plan on storking this engine and running a twin turbo set up so this intake will def help me when I put down the big numbers. Got to plan ahead.. And damn does it just not scream beast mode...lol First thing to install is the new Coolant pipe for the front of the engine.. pretty straight forward here, you just place it where the old coolant pipes went. Next is the Coolant plugs for the rear of the engine... Place both coolant plugs where they are suppose to be, and tighten down.. Next is the FAST 102 Intake gaskets... love the orange Place around every runner... Next install the intake, follow the FAST instructions. They state what torque specs and proper order to torque down.. Next is the gasket for the FAST TB,, Place the gasket where it needs to be... And then install this beastly TB,, man this thing is nasty Almost complete.. Looks like an engine now.. Next is the FAST fuel rails.. Now I don't think I am going to keep these so if some one wants them shoot me a PM and I will sell them to you.. Going to go with the FAST Billet Fuels instead.. They come with spacers so you can run the factory LS1 injectors Sorry for the tilt of the motor in this pic but you get the idea... Engine is pretty much complete just have to install a few things but this is what it will look like.. Goodnight and sleep tight my lil engine.. Total price so far: $5,894.17 Next week STAGE 1: Phase 6 'Coils/Spark Plugs and Wires' __________________ http://zilvia.net/advertise.html Last edited by Royal_T; 08-28-2011 at 06:54 PM..

08-28-2011, 02:47 PM	#120
tricky_ab Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: It's dark, and hell is hot! Posts: 9,413 Trader Rating: (23) Feedback Score: 23 reviews	This thread makes me want to drop money and thirsty. I love it!

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