Hey guys, I thought it be fun if we had a place to share ideas on what we can do to clean up our engine compartments so that they don't look so much like a plumbers convention. I look forward to everybody's input and contribution. :thumbsup:
Contributing members gallery:
G5.R
Attachment 698058
IMdyinhere
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/attach...1&d=1429543254
Cz2815
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/attach...1&d=1430265113
KingofBattle
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/attach...1&d=1428376113
Sickness91Z28
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...psscg4i2hs.jpg
BiggFoot
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...ps23f2e66d.jpg
kjkjr27
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/attach...1&d=1363036528
2012InfernoSS
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...pslulflc1e.jpg
SS4PK
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...9/DSC_3262.jpg
Calbert1999
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...etteEngine.jpg
OVRKILL
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...19/OVRKILL.jpg
greenmachinedriver
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...hinedriver.jpg
Synner
http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s...7/DSCN2609.jpg
67motorcat
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...67motorcat.jpg
572HP
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/572HP.jpg
aquablueL99
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...quablueL99.jpg
BIGDADDYGENE
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...GDADDYGENE.jpg
BLACK10
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...ps496be24b.jpg
bmbbl be
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...19/bmbblbe.jpg
brooks35
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...9/brooks35.jpg
cpoboats
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...9/cpoboats.jpg
CUPRA
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/CUPRA.jpg
donalddb
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...9/donalddb.jpg
EZSPEED
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...19/EZSPEED.jpg
Farthestnorth
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...thestnorth.jpg
GlennP
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/GlennP.jpg
INDY
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...L7319/INDY.jpg
Kilo-9
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/Kilo-9.jpg
LS2SLOW
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...19/LS2SLOW.jpg
MRGOODWRENCH3
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...OODWRENCH3.jpg
NC-V aka Kyle
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...L7319/NC-V.jpg
Another great project from NC-V aka Kyle
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/012-21.jpg
PAULSS
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...DSCN0301-1.jpg
platinumss
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...platinumss.jpg
Rcfiddy1
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...9/Rcfiddy1.jpg
robsls3
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...19/robsls3.jpg
Roctrux
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...19/Roctrux.jpg
rtcat600man
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...tcat600man.jpg
Switchback700
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...tchback700.jpg
Pharmaro
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...Underhood1.jpg
Farthestnorth
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...IMG_000200.jpg
My 5th:
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...rontalshot.jpg
Copper98
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...9/IMG_6928.jpg
ss/rs-matt
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...9/08b0d146.jpg
TXM62SS
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...1344289236.jpg
tys2010camaro
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...9/DSC01864.jpg
Pyroboy
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...820_183152.jpg
ChitownSS
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...L7319/eng2.jpg
Gene
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...3169_large.jpg
Dekan513
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...wunderhood.jpg
The Stig
http://i1093.photobucket.com/albums/...psf6443650.jpg
Powhusku
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/attach...1&d=1400890059
Anybody that wants to get added to the list, let us know.
Thanks guys for all the help and inspiration! Now lets get more names on the list.
If anybody has an better pic they like me to replace with the ones I have, PM me the picture.
Anybody who has pics of their engine bay they'd like me to post, please post them and I will keep updating the list. :thumbsup:
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Pictures and link references have been added for faster browsing:
Powder coated intake: 479 510
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/015-8.jpg
New front drive: 767
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Recreating upper radiator hose: 445
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Removing all the casting (both inside and out), deburing and media blasting the block: 1245 1220 1177
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Tucking and Reworking Wire harness:
Reworking wiring harness: 77 78 79 210 220 491
Rerouting coil harness: 71 72
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...AL7319/019.jpg
Rerouting injector harness:
72 80 94
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Recreating injector connectors: 324
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http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/049-1.jpg
Relocating EVAC solenoid:
57
Relocating Negative battery cable: 94
Relocating EVAC hose: 210
Relocating Positive battery terminal:
245
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Relocating Coils: 64
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Relocating PCM: 491
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Remounting fuse box: 555 582
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Polishing Water Vapor tube: 118
Polishing the front of cylinder head and welding bolt holes: 154
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Polishing Power Steering Pump:
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Polishing Oil Cooler:
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...19/015-9-1.jpg
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/005-18.jpg
Polishing T-Bolt clamps and Thermostat housing: 232
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Before......
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After.........
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Polishing power steering bracket: 282 285 292
Before........
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After.........
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Refinishing the generator/alternator: 428
Before........
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After sanding........
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/014-7.jpg
Done .........
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/005-11.jpg
Refinishing front drive: water pump, alternator brackets:
390 430 483
Before.......
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After.......
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Refinishing AC compressor: 422
Before.......
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After.........
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/ee508/AL7319/11.jpg
Polishing AC lines: 457 464
Before.........
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After.......
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/012-13.jpg
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Refinishing motor mounts before sending to powder coating: 913 927
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/001-14.jpg
Refinishing cylinder heads before sending to Lingenfelter to get reworked: 931 981 990
Before......
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After.........
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Refinishing timing chain cover before sending to powder coating: 1011
Before......
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/002-14.jpg
After........
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/011-17.jpg
Prepping intake for Powder coating: 388
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...AL7319/111.jpg
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/001-18.jpg
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...L7319/00lk.jpg
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/010-17.jpg
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/004-16.jpg
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/015-10.jpg
Create fuel lines: 129
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...10Use-Copy.jpg
Refinishing Vararam intake: 143 220
Before.....
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/004-1.jpg
After......
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/ee508/AL7319/56.jpg
Cutting coil wires to size: 204 210
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/026-3.jpg
Redoing water vapor line: 206
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...AL7319/036.jpg
Refinishing driver side strut tower: 257 359 377 383 451
Before......
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After......
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MISC:
How measuring bolts sizes: 152
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...19/photo-3.jpg
Cutting Intake coupler in half:
317
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/019-3.jpg
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Part used on Project so far:
ARP bolts: This is a partial list of all the bolts I've replaced. NOTE: when ordering ARP bolts, you can purchase them in sets of 5 or individual bolts. The sets of five and the individual bolts have different parts number:
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/004-17.jpg
1 - Intake bolts (This is a kit that comes with all 10 bolts.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ARP-430-2101/?rtype=4
2 - Throttle Body:
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ARP-770-1006/
3 - Fuel rails. Note: Other fuel rails might require different size.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ARP-770-1003/
NOTE: OEM rails will use the shorter 6MM by 1 by 20MM length.
http://www.summitracing.com/search/?...770-1001&dds=1
4 - Water pump (This is a complete kit):
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/AR...3202/?rtype=10
5 - Pulley tensioner: (this part # is for a set of 5 - you will only need three but it's more cost effect to get the bulk
amount)
http://www.summitracing.com/search/?...772-1005&dds=1
6 - Power steering:
Quantity: 3
Size: 10MM X 1.5 by 70MM,
Part #:
M12AM70-12C
7 - Water vapor lines -
Quantity: 2
Size: 6MM X 1 by 20MM
Part #: M8AB20-12
Two bolts for passenger cylinder head: http://store.yoastfabrication.com/servlet/-strse-13/Camaro-Head-Plate-Bolts/Detail
Stainless fender bolts and washer: http://www.ringbrothers.com/index.cf...Product_ID=369
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Oil Filter: Pure Power
http://gopurepower.com/
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/023-7.jpg
Lokar dip stick:
Part #: XED-5008
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/010-19.jpg
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Coil Relocation set-up:
1 - Coil bracket: http://www.ebay.com/itm/LS1-LS6-coil...item43a9492ba2
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/ee508/AL7319/jk.png
2 - Plug wires: Manufactor: MSD
Part #: 31193
Description: MAD 8.5MM Super Conductor Spark Plug Wire Set
Link: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MSD-31193/?rtype=10
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...sd-31193_w.jpg
3 - 4 Plug wire boot and terminal also needed: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MSD-3304/?rtype=10
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...msd-3304_w.jpg
NOTE: If your using the red plug wires, you wont need to purchase the additional boots and terminals, it's included:
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MSD-32079/
4 - Wire Separator: Manufactor: Taylor
Part #: 42700 Description: Ignition Wire Loom/Separator, Nylon, Black, 7-8mm, Set of 6
Link: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/TAY-42700/?rtype=10
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/.../tay-42700.jpg
5 - Wire heat sleeve: Manufacturer: DEI
Part #: 010612 Link:
http://www.summitracing.com/search/?...20010612&dds=1
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...i-010612_w.jpg
6 - Spark Plug Boot Protectors: Manufacturer: DEI
Part #: 010512 Link:
http://www.summitracing.com/search/?...20010512&dds=1
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...i-010511_w.jpg
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Fuel Lines and Fuel rails Set-up:
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/045-1.jpg
Fuel lines and fittings: http://techafx.com/
Parts: T-609006DTBK
Description: -6 90 Deg. PTFE Hose End (AL/ Black)
Quantity: 1
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...ree_shrunk.jpg
Parts: T-600006DTBK
Description: -6 straight PTFE Hose End (AL/ Black)
Quantity: 2
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...t_shrunk_0.jpg
Parts: T-824-06-2
Description: -6 Male An/JIC Flare Tee - Black
Quantity: 1
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...eflare_2-1.jpg
Parts: T-63006-10
Description: -6 Black Wrap SS Braided Teflon hose
Quantity: On web site it's sold in 10 Ft length.
NOTE: If you call, you can purchase by the foot. I got 5th and use the rest for the EVAC relocation.
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...ductShot_4.jpg
Black anodized fuel rails with no company branding on them: http://www.wegnerautomotive2.com/
NOTE: I don't have a part number but you can call Casey Wegner and he will take care of you.
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Wiring harness:
Injector connectors, map sensor and throttle body extensions: http://www.casperselectronics.com/store2/
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/004-6.jpg
90 degree injector heat shrink boots: http://www.bmrs.net
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...mws222k142.jpg
Harness tape: http://www.eficonnection.com
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...tape_51026.jpg
Russell Harness sleeving: All 4 sizes
Wire Wrap: Manufacturer: Painless
, Part#: PRF-70902
Description: Protective Sleeve, Power-braid Wire Wrap, Black, .500 in. Diameter, 10 ft. Length, Each Link:
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/PRF-70902/
Wire Wrap: Manufacturer: Painless
, Part#: PRF-70916,
Description: Protective Sleeve, Power-braid Wire Wrap, Black, 1 in. Diameter, 12 ft. Length, Each
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...rf-70916_w.jpg
Ground cable: http://genuinedealz.com/
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Carbon fiber valve covers: http://www.katechengines.com
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...ncloseup_1.jpg
Billet tensioner: http://www.katechengines.com
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...86587_zoom.jpg
Powder coated intake: http://thepowdercoater.com/index.shtml
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...006_small1.jpg
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Cold Air Intake setup:
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/ee508/AL7319/57.jpg
Intake: http://www.vararam.com/camaro-ramair-unit2.html
Black coupler: http://www.vararam.com/camaro-ramair-unit2.html
T-bolt clamps for intake: http://www.mcmaster.com
Part #: 5312K23
Description: Type 300 Series Stainless Steel T-Bolt Hose and Tube Clamp, 4-1/32" to 4-11/32" Clamp Diameter Range, 3/4" Band Width
Vacuum Line and Fitting: XRP
Parts: 209006BB
Description: -6 90 Deg double swivel hose end black
Quantity: 1
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...500_AA300_.jpg
Parts: 250006
Description: -6 37 Deg male flare push-on hose end
Quantity: 1
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...500_AA300_.jpg
Hose: Parts: 3106-00
Description: - 6 XR-31 Nylon Braided Race hose
Quantity: Depends on how your routing it. 2 Ft minimum.
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XRP water vapor set-up: http://www.xrp.com/
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/017-5.jpg
Parts: 82446
Description: Special Tee, Flare -4 Male w/ -6 Male Branch
Quantity: 1
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Parts: 109004SN
Description: -4 90 Deg Hose End Super Nickel
Quantity: 2
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Parts: 100004SN
Description: -4 Straight Hose End - Super Nickel
Quantity: 2
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Parts: 100006SN
Description: -6 Straight Hose End - Super Nickel
Quantity: 1
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Parts: 3106-00
Description: - 6 XR-31 Nylon Braided Race hose
Quantity: 2 FT
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Parts: 3104-00
Description: -4 XR-31 Nylon Braided Race hose
Quantity: 2 FT
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The blocks are from
http://www.krcpower.com/ecommerce/cooling-system-components/ls-bypass-hose-kits/4-water-bypass-adapters-pair.asp
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...z15200000b.jpg
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Radiator hose replacement:
Aluminum tube:
Coupler:
Clamps:
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/0000-1.jpg
Flex-a-lite radiator: http://www.flex-a-lite.com/auto/html..._radiator.html
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...319/003-14.jpg
Meziere electric water pump: http://www.meziere.com/ps-1507-1520-wp329n.aspx
Innovators West Front Drive: http://www.innovatorswest.com/8-Rib-...sion-Kits.html
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/017-8.jpg
Billet strut tower, over flow and radiator caps: http://www.lsrperformance.com/dress-...vy-camaro.html
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/028-4.jpg
Windshield washer relocation kit: http://www.apex-speed.com/apex-motor...t-1234567.html
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/001-8.jpg
Motor Mounts: http://prothane.com/
http://i1231.photobucket.com/albums/...7319/033-5.jpg
Improved Racing Oil Pan Baffle:
http://www.improvedracing.com/
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NOTE: I will update parts list as we go.........
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