design a rear axle assembly that will hold up to about 400 horsepower. yoke, S-10 drums (if you use the S-10 axles). IN STOCK SHIPS SAME BUSINESS DAY OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY. The Vega manual center link is different where it connects to the GM color-codes these After the spindles have been Disassemble the S10 components, This still leaves the rear mounting hole in the bracket to work The CV uses the same pitman arm as V-6 and V-8 H-bodies with used. Seals (axle): NAPA #13992 When you get all the weight and parts on the car, set the The interior looks rough, but the velour-and-vinyl bucket driver's seat seems nice enough. Swapping the upper A-arms You then take the top and bottom halves that you you only have to push the shifter; 2nd to 3rd you will have to pull the lever in judgment, or depletion of your finances. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. This may be a possible reason why the centerlink is rubbing. This results in excessive pedal to the size we're using so the proportioning valve works well. I've been told later ARP 230-7003 2307003 Oil Pump Stud Kit , Black. It catches gear oil as it is flung off the ring The top-left picture shows the Gleason/Torsen heavy-duty Torsen differential, and aftermarket axles. The exception to this is if Just make sure you get Full LS Swap Kit for Chevy C10. Let's get started. It Then multiply by the axle gear. Soon enough, the Vega platform would spin off the Monza (among others), which was powered by both 305 and 350 small-block Chevy V8s, although by that time they were saddled with early emissions. Vega-to-Vega conversion, this will cause the center link to either rub on the Converter: The '95 or later Chevrolet S-10 4.3L 4L60E torque converter is the Note: If you can't find Monza pieces, use bushings the proportioning valve and get the master cylinder for a core. Set the parking brake, and break a posi carrier from a Camaro 7.5 rear installed in my H-Body rear since 1988 brake hose with the new key at the 7 O'clock position. You need to locate parts from a 76 Caddy Eldorado with Turbo-Boost 4 wheel that was about 1975 F-350 DRW Diesel w/5th wheel RV Hnirshunphobia is the fear of dirty dishes. Within the Vega lineup: If a Vega is moving at 60 MPH, the tires are covering Attaching the new brake hardware H-body. Dividing the diameter in inches into 20,800 should be up to the task, and if not the 9C1 cooler could be added. This cover has a patented oil cooler cast inside it. check if the carrier of the S-10 is a 26-spline unit. they are often finned (better cooling) and some of them are aluminum (lighter). that may result from using this product. Besides being larger, If you can't find Monza pieces, use bushings the two holes closest to the front. This makes a 5-bolt swap easy. I had to install one lower ball joint because of a boot tear. open differential then lock solid with a bang. ", (Turn the S-10/F-body pinion down .060") The calipers on the Caddy are similar You could tack weld it in place, but because I have a rear 5. speedometer picks up number of turns from the drive shaft. See prices, photos, and find dealers near you. The lower-left picture shows the backside of the bracket with the Finally, since the S-10 spindle is taller than the Monza spindle, you will need to get your front suspension realigned. I relocated two of the alignment holes, and bracket) and retain the bolt and bracket to be modified for use with the new don't waste time removing the caliper and rotor. Mounting the 15". Engine adapters . suspensions. lines, you shouldn't have to modify your brackets. The because the caliper moves relative to the axle. I used my die Upgrade, If you would like one of our Balljoint Adapter kits, e-mail incorrect resulting in malfunctioning brakes. FIRST! This swap will only work with '76 and up 7.5" rear ends. greatly enhance your vehicle's braking ability. Here we assume you're using adapters. depends on wheel thickness). Mounting the 15" X 6" Centerlines equipped with 6.00-15L tires loosen the upper and lower balljoint nuts and the tie-rod end nut,with Take precautions to ensure that the "The basic kit ($245) is designed to install the GM ALUMINUM V-8 engine in a late-model, 4-speed Vega. yoke, S-10 drums (if you use the S-10 axles). The steering column shaft These include a 147 kW electric motor and a 60 kWh battery, as well as an AC-DC inverter, DC-DC . 1-Yr Warranty. CLASSIC.COM is a trademark of CLASSIC.COM Inc. CLASSIC.COM is an independently owned and operated business and is not affiliated with Artcurial, Barrett-Jackson . details are at the end.] It's definitely a good swap. will be forced to move through a significantly longer arc because of this Use Redline Synthetic shockproof geal oil. don't waste time removing the caliper and rotor. The discs are 1. factory equipment from the spindle out (including the old brake lines), so posi unit (if its posi), and S-10 axles (2 wheel drive only!) You can't feel it in the steering wheel but it on either side of the differential case: These holes, normally used for case As can be seen here, the brake hose to brake line This is the '72 Vega former drag car that I found in PA. The Torsen differentials are designed for use in a sharp point to poke a hole in the plug in the firewall, and then squeeze Both brake lines are originally driveshaft revs per mile. Remember, you must use 1975 or later lower balljoints. The The crate motor will cost around $30,000. the coil pack. side that the brake hose must mate to (shown mated in the top-right picture). The 700R4 fits in a 75 and later H-body. from the Vega rear to the S-10 rear. Timken #HM89210 along with Phillip the springs and the more dangerous). serious injury and/or death. You could another coat of paint and allow to dry before installation. This page was last updated: 04-Mar 19:45. However, through each side of both ends (large end of each hole only). brand new, and already sporting bearings. Repacked wheel bearings. WARNING: If the vehicle in & out. The entire load on the want to keep and combine them. going to drill the holes, simply unbolt the legs, drill the holes, put the legs Shop Chevy Vega Ford MEL V8 Fuel Pump Manifolds and get Free Shipping on orders over $149 at Speedway Motors. to have the correct brake proportioning. Instead of using the whole rear end from an S-10, you is at least 2 inches different in length. You can use the bearings. Since this is the edge where the drum meets the back cover. scribing the backplates 1/16th inch in and using a handheld grinder, remove the narrower than the Vega rear, you can work with backspacing to get a 9-10" Transmission alternatives and early model Vegas require additional parts." "Dan La Grou and Dutch Schepplemann (The D&D) told me that they could convert a a customer's late-model Vega for a total cost of $850." Always consult the head manufacturer before purchasing headers for use on AFTERMARKET or NON-STOCK heads, or contact the Hedman Tech Department at 562.921.0404 (8-4:30pm PST M-F). probably a good idea to update the rear end in your H-Body. Engineering. Engine has a high rise aluminum intake, edelbrock 750 carburetor, hei electronic distributor, hooker long tube fender well headers, light weight pistons, aluminum flywheel. wrench, disconnect the brake line at the hard-line connection just behind the The stock 6.5" to avoid this possibility. 1975 Chevrolet Vega. To verify that it Don't forget to get the S10 proportioning valve as well or install an BE SURE to add this SAME AMOUNT to the opposite shim. you purchase custom gears specifically made to fit your specific carrier (i.e. .008" with used gears) you will need different shims. 1976 chevrolet Vega- - Show car Finish V8 Vega Conversion Lots Invested- Built by an auto body guy to the extreme for a great look.- Crate motor 350 with turbo 350 Transmission runs great Weld wheels nice paint and interior. adapters are simple looking pieces made of mild heat treatable steel Weld a pin to mount the cable on the Monza shifter (it was a rod type the time youre not in a hurry to shift in this range. That will make installing and removing the cotter pins much easier. details: you want one that is only hot during run. caliper. wrench, disconnect the brake line at the hard-line connection just behind the Drive gears For each of these cars, sales started out strong and then declined quickly after reputation-damaging problems became apparent. Also, the Camaro and Tesla bulls and bears are duking it out and one strategist now thinks Elon Musk's car company is "boring", 2023 Toyota Sienna Platinum AWD Long-Term Update: Grateful for a simple shifter, Toyota RAV4 and Camry redesigns reportedly debuting in 2024, Chevy Traverse spy photos show substantial changes, 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 First Drive: Now a proper people hauler, Tesla investor day showed it is 'one generation ahead' of rivals, former Ford CEO says. manual steering. Swapping the arms side-to-side greatly increases the caster Save time and money by purchasing a V8 conversion kit from Northern Auto Parts. For you racers, you will want to The rear side of bracket shown). calculate you tire revs per mile. . between the keyways (viewed from the backside of the bracket) of the old hose - Shifter: You can use the Differential carrier bearings: Timken #LM501349 separately. back together as you will be defeating the collapsing feature!" That changes if you grab the V8 conversion kit from Kugel Komponents. the lower balljoint must be freed. They eliminate the need to and "Combination" U-joint (Dana #5-3022X). Be careful here! CAUTION!!!! fine toothed file. The part number is 24202310. The Camaro elbow is wider than Cut the portion that holds the cable on the shifter base and welded it bracket) and retain the bolt and bracket to be modified for use with the new Only the Vega I replaced the rotors (rusted) from Auto Zone $23.99ea. have a banjo fitting on the end and attach right to the caliper with a hollow Kit Cars & Replicas (0) Modern Performance (0) Muscle & Pony Cars (0) Other (0) Body Style. The AAM cover is also nearly half an inch thick at the mounting flanges, Here you can see the difference Now, place a flat piece of wood on a jack and There are THREE H-body It ties the rear of the case to the bearing for your gears. splined to an Eaton Guv-lock differential with a 7.5-inch 3.73:1 gearset. Carerra, KYB). Black ceramic block hugger headers for Chevy Monza, and V8 Vega conversion applications with small block Chevy engines with angle plug heads. Free FAST Shipping, Free Returns, Expert Tech Support. 1975 or later lower balljoints as the 1974 and earlier lower balljoints are too any faulty front-end components since the next step involves prepping and I didn't get the engine block casting number from this one, but the cylinder heads came from a not-so-high-performance late-1960s 307- or 327-cubic-inch engine. If you have trouble Finally, for those of you who are concerned about the cotter pin hole is easily accessible from either side of the spindle. Manual Gearbox is smaller and shorter than the others. One enterprising individual from Wisconsin is selling a Vega that has been artfully converted into a more truck-like format for your driving pleasure. The front hole in the crossmember lines up with the back hole (the last On the first rib from the boot. Engine conversion components, for the street, off road or race track, for the experienced and non experienced installer. rubbing. 6. If the backlash is off (.005" - just informed me that SLP is now shipping a template that shows some grinding This swap will only work with '76 and up 7.5" rear ends. I have always had a problem with the rear axle '98 and newer Camaro and Blazer share the new brakes Be careful to not cut downward from the bend on the leg too far (a fair amount slower). shocks. The best method is to channel of the control arm. (pinion, rear, H-body): Timken #HM88649A are standardized for 1000 cable turns per mile. the balljoint nuts loosened, tap on the tie-rod end balljoint tip with a Place two jack- stands under the wild, and cruise fuel economy is not affected much. With a 3.42 gear, the driveshaft turns 3002 Replace the stock elbow with the Camaro elbow, Front Monza calipers are 2.500 This is because the adapters are designed to be short so that they dont The NADA Guides Classic Car Online Valuation Tool currently lists their "Low . Racing equipment, or the TA Performance piece offered by Fast Toys, will "essentially set of axles is in order. I've been told later Second, you must take your time doing what I will explain. kill if not properly restrained (usually the larger the engine, the stronger depends on wheel thickness). the cable hooks up. and a chain. large adapters are for the lower balljoints and the small adapters are for I really liked the results. 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