What kind of Mounts do you need for a LS engine?
Getting a quality set of mounts designed for your application will definitely make the swap a lot easier. UMI Performance has kits to mount LS engines into most classic Chevys: Camaros, Chevelles, and Novas to name a few. This kit shown is PN 4008, and allows the installation of LS power into your 1968 to 1972 GM A-body.
Where are the clutch discs on a limited slip differential?
The clutch type has a stack of thin clutch-discs, half of which are coupled to one of the drive shafts, the other half of which are coupled to the spider gear carrier. The clutch stacks may be present on both drive shafts, or on only one. If on only one, the remaining drive shaft is linked to the clutched drive shaft through the spider gears.
What happens when you put a live axle on a differential?
With a live axle, when high torque is applied through the differential, the traction on the right rear tire is lower as the axle naturally wants to turn with the torsion of the drive shaft (but is held stationary by being mounted to the vehicle frame). This coined the terms “one wheel peel” or “one tire fire”.
When to replace the differential or gear oil?
The differential or gear oil may be in need of replacement after reaching levels too low for proper operation of the transmission. Check your transmission fluid levels to see if the reservoir is too low and causing gears to grind and slip. If topping off oil levels doesn’t fix the problem,…
What kind of Mounts do I need for a LS engine?
GM Gen III and Gen IV LS conversion engine mounts designed for swapping the LS engine into older muscle cars and trucks.
When do you need to replace the rear differential?
Replacing the rear differential gears. When teeth on the gears have chipped or worn badly, they must be replaced to eliminate the noise and potential for failure. These ‘hard parts’ are the costliest components, and repairs can only get one step worse. Complete rear differential replacement.
Why is my rear differential making so much noise?
Many times, rear differential noise is mistakenly thought to be tire noise and ignored, leading to more expensive repairs. Rear Differential Leak – more commonly, the problems stem from low rear differential oil.
What kind of adapter do I need for LS engine swap?
(Photo Courtesy Vorshlag Motorsports) Basic adapter plates are the most common solution for LS engine swaps. They bolt to the Gen III/IV four-bolt motor mount pad and allow a three-bolt GM motor mount to bolt on, and they work with most headers.