LT-1 install in an '84

[BLK 1]

Really enjoy this thread. Thanks for sharing your build and pictures with us!

BLK 1

[v8vette84]

Nice to see you are getting close! I can still remember first firing the LT1 in my 84'. Man was I proud of myself that I got all the wiring correct! haha My 84' is getting gears this winter. Hoping to break 11's this spring/summer! Keep the updates coming! Make sure to take a vid of the first start up!

[BadBlackVett]

^^^^^^^^ Gotta know how to fix my current problem. How did you get the steering rack to fit in front of the LT1 harmonic dampener? Right now it is touching and it looks like I will need to cut the mounts loose and slide them forward 1/2-3/4" and then reweld them. Or do I need to use a different year steering rack?

[v8vette84]

Originally Posted by BadBlackVett

^^^^^^^^ Gotta know how to fix my current problem. How did you get the steering rack to fit in front of the LT1 harmonic dampener? Right now it is touching and it looks like I will need to cut the mounts loose and slide them forward 1/2-3/4" and then reweld them. Or do I need to use a different year steering rack?

I used the OEM 84 steering rack with a Corvette LT1 hub and balancer. It sits closer to the engine than an F-body or B-body balancer and hub. Idk what hub you are using but thats all I did and it fits just fine. I'm also using OEM 84' motor mounts, not the LT1 corvette ones. I'll be dropping the rear tomorrow hopefully. Gotta get the 3.73's put in!

[BadBlackVett]

TY. Kinda feel like a tard. I fixed my own problem. I forgot the truss had yet to be installed and the trans and motor were at an odd angle. Truss is installed and about 5/8" clearance on the damper and steering rack.

here are a few pics from today.







This pic I'm especially happy about.


^^^^^ My first foray into fiberglass work. It doesn't look the prettiest but is easily over looked.