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1978-1987 Chevrolet El Camino - LT Swap

1978 brought big changes to Chevy's El Camino. Previously built on the A-Body platform, the El Camino downsized and now rested on G-Body architecture. While it wasn't exactly the performer it was in stock form in the muscle car era, the G-Body platform is able to easily accommodate a plethora of upgrades and engine swaps, including the potent Gen V LT.

Step 1: Engine and Transmission Mounts

  • Mount the Gen V engine in your G-Body the right way: optimized driveline angle, max clearance, and 20 transmission mounting options.
  • Engine crossmember brackets that are used with 4th Gen F-body style clamshell engine mounts that allow LS/LT interchangeability
  • Choose The Transmission Crossmember Adapter to Match Your Desired Transmission
  • ***Vehicles That Didn't Come from the Factory w/ the 200R4 Transmisison Need Adapter 12647HKR***
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Step 2: Oil Pans

  • Factory oil pans don't fit or they hang too low on engine swaps
  • Engine swap oil pans provide maximum clearance to the chassis and ground
  • OE (Original Equipment) style fitment for durability, strength, and proper sealing
  • Choose from natural aluminum casting, carbon black ceramic finish, or fabricated sheetmetal depending on the application
  • Complete kit with sump baffle, OE style pickup, drain plug, oil filter stud, and oil passage cover
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Step 3: Headers and Exhaust

  • Swap Manifolds Work Together with the Motor Mounts & Crossmembers for an Easy Engine Swap
  • Choose from Stainless Steel or Cast Iron Exhaust Manifolds
  • Choose from 2.5" or 3.0" Dual Exhaust systems or fab your own with our set of
  • Exhaust Systems are chassis specific and will work with any engine, headers, or manifolds
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Step 4: EFI Fuel System

  • Eliminate Rust & Dirt with a New Fuel Tank
  • Factory Style Fuel Tanks with In-Tank EFI Fuel Module
  • EFI Fuel Pump Modules are Also Available Separately - Fits Inside Stock Tank
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Step 5: Radiators

  • 100% TIG welded (brazed) seams
  • Billet Aluminum Filler Neck and OEM style Brass Petcock
  • Polished top and tanks for custom show appearance
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Step 6: Swap Accessories

  • Universal intake system comes complete with a custom molded Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLPE) high-flow 4.00-inch intake tube with numerous pre-set cut guides and vario
  • Bolt-in DBW pedal bracket requires no fabrication - Part #145-140
  • Compatible with Holley DBW pedal part # 145-160 or OEM C6 Corvette pedal
  • Steering shaft replaces the factory rag joint with a modern steering shaft featuring universal joints at both ends
  • Gauges and Displays, Gaskets, Fasteners, Tunnel Patch Kits, Shifters, Sensors, Plumbing, and All of the Other Small Things You Need to Complete Your Swap
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Step 7: Accessory Drives

  • Choose from High Mount, Low Mount, or Mid Mount Accessory Drive Kits
  • Choose from Natural Aluminum, Black, or Polished Finish
  • Bracket Kits - Allow Reuse of Factory Components (High Mount & Low Mount)
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Step 8: Terminator X and X Max

  • Standalone Plug and play GM Gen V LT engine control including GDI and VVT support
  • Ideal for swapping late model GM Gen V LT engines into vintage vehicles
  • GM LT Drive-by Wire Throttle Body Control (Terminator X Max Only)
  • Built in 1bar MAP Sensor, vacuum hose adapters included (1/8th – ¼ and 3/16ths) - or for Boosted applications, you can disable the internal MAP sensor, and utilize an external LT MAP Sensor, the harness comes with the connector terminated, making the installation a snap
  • Terminator X Max - also Controls GM Automatic Transmission (4L60/4L80)
  • 4 Inputs – 12v, Ground, 5v, and Frequency, for things such as additional pressure sensors, or activation triggers for nitrous activation, or a trans brake (Fuel and Oil Pressure Inputs are pre-terminated)
  • Inputs & Outputs Are Ideal for Electric Fans, Boost Control Solenoids, Progressive Nitrous Control & More
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