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more pictures Hi Ken, Thanks for the update. The bungs are actually in a 45 Degree position when installed due to the angle the collector is welded. There is absolutely no room to put them anywhere else. This engine does not use any oxygen sensors and I added the bungs just in case I would...

Finally an update. The engine and transaxle oil cooling system took me some time to come up with. The usual side mount was not an option. Since I do rely on cold and dense air due to having an naturally aspirated engine, the oil cooler placement became kind of challenging. I decided to dedicate...

Welcome to the Clubhouse, I am glad to see that there is another fellow also into classics. I am looking forward to follow your SLC build.

Hello guys, I had such concerns about head temperature before I purchased my kit from Davies Craig. In fact the pump is not steady mode during engine warm up and the controller algorithm relative to target temperature is working as follows. More than 20 degrees (Celsius) under target the pumps...

Hello John, Take a look a Davies Craig EWP water pump systems. They go up to 40 Gallons per minute and have a programmable controller. I am just done installing mine on an LS 7 based engine removing the stock pump entirely so I am no sure about supplemental applications. In my case, no more...

Thank you Joel, I don't feel like I am close to go-cart mode. The oil cooling system is on the radar and the electrical work needs finishing. Happy Holidays

Since the exhaust is more or less done I returned back to the coolant system which was neglected due to other priorities. The initial layout was altered to what you can see now. Also the coolant flow is now going with the hot side into the high port on the radiator and the return is on the low...

Word taken. Along the way I will replace the rigid line with a braided flex hose.

Slowly but surely I am approaching the final stages of the exhaust system.

Congratulations! What a christmas present.

Congratulations, Let the journey begin. Have lots of fun with the new toy.

In the meantime I was able to finish the hydraulic connection to the transaxle. Like everything else using -AN fittings with stainless tubing. The banjo fitting is M 12 x 1.5 to -3AN from Summit.

I purchased these really nice mufflers in brushed stainless and added the V-bands. The muffler bodies are only 3.5" OD and fit through the openings provided without eliminating any supports. I am still mocking up the connections to determine the final locations. I somewhat like the straight out...

Thanks Joel, And here is the drivers side setup. A little bit more clearance on the upright frame rail due to the staggered cylinder banks.

Preparing for ceramic coating. Here you can see how I am removing the weld splatter and hand buff with fine Scotchbrite before throwing the manifolds into a ceramic ball media vibrator bowl. The coated manifolds in Chrome effect and the collectors in matte finish since there are being wrapped...

Here is a series of pictures of the tacked exhaust collectors and first test fitment. This engine is a few inches wider than a LS series and the manifolds sitting over the frame rails. I maxed out at about 10 degree tilt due to spacing issues with the collector flange bolts.

...and back at it... At some point during my travels I started to think about how loud the initially planned side exhaust would be with an engine pushing out that much HP at that RPM level. For the sake of my hearing I tossed the entire idea, decided on a rear exhaust solution which involved...

Hi Markus, I was traveling for business for the last few months. Finishing up my last trip for the year this week and I am looking forward to spending time with my SLC... Update will follow shortly. Cheers

Hello Joel, Looks like your kit is coming together. I will come over when you take delivery. Stephan

Congratulations, A stunning build. It was a pleasure to follow your detailed postings and blog. Enjoy the ride!