[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Any changes in battery tech in recent years? I’ll need one in the next month or so, how do I work out what I need? Just go off the recommended CCA needed for my LS3?

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

VRSenator065 wrote:

cava454 wrote:

The factory position is in the head at the front on the passenger side. There is another spot at the rear of the drivers side head. Use either of those 2 spots for the most accurate readings.

Judge1 Frazer wrote:

Hey Gary I would splice in the factory one then at least you can see what the factory reading is hope that make sense

Maybe I leave the one I have where it is, then pick up at the front of the passenger head. That way I still run both gauges

Is it worth hooking a gauge up temporarily to compare the readings and leave the factory one if it’s working properly? Just an idea to try and keep it a little more factory inside…. Gauge addiction is real haha

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Judge1 Frazer wrote:

Hey Bud lsa 3 and ls1 filters have different thread and size , ls1 sump ls1 filter Good progress mate

cheers mate, thanks for the info

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

VRSenator065 wrote:

I love lists, so satisfying when you get to cross off an item. I think first fire up is the highlight of any build.

I was surprised how enjoyable it was haha.

On a side note, seeing as I am running an LS1 sump, will I need to use an oil filter for an LS1 or an Ls3? Not sure if the filter mount changed, and I already have one for an LS3, so I might need to swap it.

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

How about putting one of those Scan Gauge units in along with the 3D holder you designed? would look heaps neat and give you a lot more functionality.

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

I like the contrast on the black on white, the black fittings and hoses and stuff kinda blends in so it doesn’t look too busy with a million hoses and wires running everywhere.

One of the best parts of the weekend was last night when I went through my list of things to do and parts to buy and was able to cross a bunch of it off. Most of the big stuff is done, still have to do the following:

• Fit fuel tank and run fuel line and breather lines. I’ve got all the stuff I need so that’s my next job
• Fit o2 sensor, need to get one knock sensor and fit
• Sort out the intake, got a MAF, will probably get a Mace air box, but I dont like the intake pipe they supply so I’ll probably replace it at some point
• Get a battery, stick some oil, water and fuel and kick it in the guts 
• After it starts, I have to run the brake lines and put the calipers and new pads/rotors on, plus hook up the hand brake
• Send it to get tuned and the whole car checked to make sure everything is done properly
• Paint the bonnet and bumpers while it’s at the mechanics so they’re ready to go when it gets back
• Once it’s back, get the front and rear windows installed and start refitting the interior
• Get the engineering underway
• Fix whatever is needed from the engineer
• Blue slip, rego and skids

Probably a bunch of other stuff that I’ve missed, but that’s my list in a nutshell

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

As requested haha:

Gave the tank a bit of a clean up with some degreaser, might throw a bit of paint on it before it goes back in.

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Productive weekend, mounted the radiator overflow tank, ran hoses for the tank and the steam port, finished off the trans cooler hoses and installed them with some heatproof sleeve where it runs near the headers, fixed up the fuel pump hanger and stuck it back in the tank with a new gasket, plugged the old dipstick hole in the block. Next up is running the fuel line and sticking the tank back in, have to sort out new breather hoses and the filler neck.

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Thanks lads.

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Anonymous wrote:

Based on the sump you have then check and top up according to the dipstick.

Thanks Ian, seeing as the engine has no oil, should I fill the filter separately before installing? Would that help with getting the oil pressure up quickly for the first start?

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Quick question, should I base the amount of oil I put in on an LS1 seeing as i have a VT/VX sump? VF LS3 oil capacity is around 8 litres but they have a full length sump, the LS1’s take about 5 litres. Or just keep adding oil until the dipstick shows it’s full?

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

VRSenator065 wrote:

Heron SSV wrote:

He also said it’s around the $1k mark

That makes me sad, if only I had stuck with the stock LS3. I paid a number of times more than that just because of the bloody emmision testing. This thing will be a weapon mate in a little, light, 1st gen.

I hope so, stock motor should be around the 450hp mark at the fly, should get it moving. It’d be nice to have around 750hp though, like a certain VR Senator haha

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Yeah spoke to a different engineer to the one I spoke with last year, just wanted to check on what the latest requirements are so I dont waste cash on the wrong parts.

He also said it’s around the $1k mark, depending how long it takes for the inspection and paperwork, so I’ll be trying to get it micky mouse before it gets looked at.

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[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Ordered some more stuff from a wreckers, got a MAF, VT charcoal canister and two front o2 sensors. Probably should get new o2 sensors, but they’re over $200 for new ones, and the wreckers had a par for $34 so I’ll throw them in and see what happens.

Also spoke to an engineer to see what he checks during the inspection. No surprises really, looks for all the emissions stuff to remain such as MAF, enclosed air box, o2 sensors, cats, charcoal canister, all venting lines plumbed back to the intake etc. so I’m on the right path so far. Anything welded such as the engine and gearbox mounts needs to have certification paperwork showing it complies with a particular standard. Exhaust will need to be tested so I’ll have to get a fairly mellow one unfortunately haha

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Spot on Gary…. my twin boys have given me an ultimatum to get it on the road for their year 6 farewell in December so I’ll be giving it a solid crack.

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Getting back into it again. Ordered some stuff today, needed two reducer fittings for the trans cooler and a 180 degree fitting to finish off the lines, got a 12 foot roll of heatproof sleeve to put on the trans cooler and fuel lines that are close to the exhaust, a fancy black billet overflow for the radiator, and another adaptor for the fuel rail cause the ones I was sent a while ago are blue. Had a play around last night figuring out the bits for the fuel system, the regulator/filter I have from CAE has the inlet and return too close together so the fittings they sold me dont actually fit together, only one will fit. I’ll use rubber hose for the feed and return between the reg and the tank, that’s the only way it’ll work.

Also have to get a screw in fitting with a hose barb to plumb the steam port to the radiator, theres a threaded plug just under the top inlet on the radiator I hope I can use.

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Was gonna start a new thread but found this so thought I’d grab the shovel and give it the old dig. There’s been some improvements in recent years with OBD scanners, anyone here use/recommend one? Supercheap have a Bosch unit on sale at the moment for $199, I’d like to get one to use during my first start up that can show oil pressure etc. to see if it’s running properly, plus future checks on stuff down the track. eBay have some bluetooth/wifi connectors for like $20 that use some apps to display some functions and let you reset fault codes but I’m not sure if they’re accurate or worth getting.

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Someone has had a good Sunday 

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Managed to get two hose ends on over the weekend. Left a layer or two of tightly wrapped tape on the end of the hose and got the fittings on properly. Put the trans cooler adaptors on and ran the two lines in through the guard to start working out where to run them. At this stage, I’m looking at running them over the top of the collector with some thermal insulating sleeve, under the chassis rail, then along the rail under the guard, looped up and around where the edge of the tyre comes close to the rail, with P claps holding them in place. Also have to get some -8 to -6 adaptors for the trans cooler as it has the bigger inlet/outlet.

Started a list of bits and pieces i need for the engine, any suggestions on where i should get the following from, and whether i can go with second hand or new:

• MAF ($40 from a wrecker)
• one knock sensor
• front o2 sensors

[Heron SSVParticipant Central Coast NSW2009 Pajero Exceed 84 VK SL LS3 View build HERE Member since: May 5, 2015 Posts: 585]

Champion, thanks mate

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