stan_d
stan_d Dork
2/12/12 10:29 a.m.

Ok this is a very open ended question. My first v8 swap went well and I just put it in the hole visually centered and made mounts. I am gearing up for next build but with a lot stronger engine. What would be the best way to set it up ? Remember only jack stands and engine hoist in garage build.

Thanks Stan

aussiesmg
aussiesmg SuperDork
2/12/12 10:34 a.m.

Now what are you building Stan?

stan_d
stan_d Dork
2/12/12 10:51 a.m.

Turbo v8 in 240sx I have a slight vibration in my the ist one I built I changed everything still there. Trans,driveshaft,diff axles wheels. Vibration in the chasie not steering. Used factory rubber mounts.

stan_d
stan_d Dork
2/12/12 10:56 a.m.

My brothers truck feels faster than my 240. We will see this spring. I want something faster.

corytate
corytate HalfDork
2/12/12 11:33 a.m.

lay down a centerline of the car to center the engine easier, just need a tape measure and string really
+needs moar ls9!

AngryCorvair
AngryCorvair SuperDork
2/13/12 10:11 a.m.

gotta get the driveshaft angles correct or you'll get vibration from u-joint misalignment.

wvumtnbkr
wvumtnbkr Reader
2/13/12 12:39 p.m.

I am not sure how true it is:

I have heard that you do not want the driveshaft to be perfectly straight. I heard you want it angled either up or down or side to side slightly or you can get a BAD vibration.

I would also not visually center the engine. I would put it as far back and as far down as possible!

N Sperlo
N Sperlo SuperDork
2/13/12 1:12 p.m.

What drive shaft are you using?

stan_d
stan_d Dork
2/13/12 6:45 p.m.

I had one made

Carro Atrezzi
Carro Atrezzi Reader
2/13/12 6:56 p.m.

hmmm don't know how my CJ5 avoids driveline vibration. it has the most comically insane driveshaft angle you can imagine and it isn't all in the up-down direction either. Drives down the highway like a champ. Always has.

aussiesmg
aussiesmg SuperDork
2/13/12 7:46 p.m.

Stan,

Maybe a showdown between your LSx Nissan and my 5.0 Mazda this year.

stan_d
stan_d Dork
2/14/12 6:03 p.m.

It will be LT 1 but that will work

fritzsch
fritzsch Reader
2/14/12 6:37 p.m.

Doesnt the driveshaft angle change everyitme someone puts a lift kit or lowering springs on their car?

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