[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Hi Leigh,

Thank you for the info. I was looking at that cam as it can make good power and sound really lumpy. Im not too fussed with drive ability as its a weekend car. Do you work in parts at VCM? I bought my tuff mounts and x member from there. i might have to pop in and come and see you about the cam selection.

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

do you have any videos of it running?

would you suggest a high volume oil pump or std?

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

What cam would you choose Cava?

My car is only a weekender.

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Thanks Stevoss. I thought the double might be better as it gets rid of the tensioner. I would love to run boost. What cam did you end up using?

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Yeah I will definitely put up some photos when installing. Thank you again

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

yeah nice, Im a little excited for it! haha

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

I tired using the double flaring tool and the hose didn’t want to go on. I got the beading tool to work even though it broke.

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

I’m using the 5/16 to the engine and the return. I should have up graded it. And probable will later.

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

I managed to get it to work. Do they make the crox tool in a 5/16th?

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

the aeroflow bit broke. What a waste of 45 haha

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

nor did i until today haha

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Hi Immortality,

Thats what i was trying to do. I was reading through the Aeroflow catalogue and found the.  I just bought the 5/15th one so i will try it tonight.

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Just wondering if anyone knowshow to make this flare. I have tried the double flare tool with no luck.

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Sorry mate that sold a while ago.

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

i wish i had mad fab skills. so much i would make for the car myself. haha

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Thank you.

Yeah but it has its good and bad being live axle.

 

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

UPC make good products. I’m running there 330mm front brake kit on my VN. I know others that swear by them and use their brakes on all their cars.

• This reply was modified 6 years, 4 months ago by  ChrisM.
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[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Hi All.

Thought i would do a little write up for anyone interested in doing the install. I bought my surge tank from JD Custom Automotive in Mornington Vic for $250. The surge tank is made for a VL. It fits up under the drivers side in front of the diff where the fuel filter sits.The top 3 fittings on mine are -6an and the lower one for the fuel pump is -10an. He can customize the fitting to what you need.

The first step was to jack up the car and place the jack stands under the rear control arms to ensure your diff sits as it dose on the ground so you can ensure the tank is above the control arm height.

The second step is to remove you fuel filter and you will need to cut out the rear brake line holder bracket and relocate once the tank is in and mounted.

The third step is to make sure you have coldies on hand. Maybe an extra set of hands.

The fourth step is to remove the rear seats, hold the surge tank up so all three bracket mount to the floor. This will take a little bit of fiddling. Then drill a hole for the first bolt from underneath the car . You might need a second person to help with the bolt so you can put the nut on from underneath. Once that is secure do the remaining bolts.

The fifth step is to cut down the fuel lines to your desired  length depending on the external fuel pump and fitting you use. For mine i used 4x Aeroflow -6an 90degree 5/16th barb fittings and a -10an to -10an female coupler. I will list the part numbers that i used. The top connection is you feed from the fuel tank. the right connection when facing the flat back is for your  overflow to the fuel tank. The left connection is the return from your rail. (see attached diagram)

The sixth step will be to wire up your external fuel pump and reinstall your rear seat.

 

Aeroflow Fittings that i used.

-6 to 5/16” 7.93mm – AF413-06-05BLK x4

-10 straight coupler – AF131-10S x1

 

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Here is a picture of the surge tank mounted underneath the car for anyone interested.

[ChrisMParticipant Melbourne VicVN Calais LS1 View build HERE Member since: August 16, 2017 Posts: 140]

Hi all. Just an update the surge tank is fitted. I had to cut the rear brake line holder bracket. But she’s in ready to be plumbed up.

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