ZZ4 coming together (pics)
12-18-2007, 05:03 PM
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ZZ4 coming together (pics)
After a few weeks delay (Stent in heart) I'm finally got back to test fitting all the parts on the New ZZ4 Long Block. 
So far everything has bolted right up, as everyone said it would BUT being from Missouri you got to "SHOW-ME". So all my shielding, chrome bracket, etc will transfer from 327 to ZZ4. I did have to get adaptors for the valve covers. Also did a little grinding on exhaust manifolds to mate up with D-Port exhaust.
Got a ways to go before the install, lots of clean up. Plus new upper control arms, sway bar, steering box rebuild, ???
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So far everything has bolted right up, as everyone said it would BUT being from Missouri you got to "SHOW-ME". So all my shielding, chrome bracket, etc will transfer from 327 to ZZ4. I did have to get adaptors for the valve covers. Also did a little grinding on exhaust manifolds to mate up with D-Port exhaust.Got a ways to go before the install, lots of clean up. Plus new upper control arms, sway bar, steering box rebuild, ???
More Pics ===>> Click Here
12-18-2007, 05:17 PM
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looking really FINE!
if it was me, I would go over the edge, usually do, but I would get the manifold polished and even the heads (since they are aluminum)....but then again, I was never known to do things in moderation!
if it was me, I would go over the edge, usually do, but I would get the manifold polished and even the heads (since they are aluminum)....but then again, I was never known to do things in moderation!
12-18-2007, 06:02 PM
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Nice looking motor. I was wondering if the stock heads and manifold from my L79 would bolt up to the zz4. Would that even be a good move? Exactly what did you have to do to make the manifolds work?
12-19-2007, 07:58 AM
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Glad you are in St. Louis - I wouldn't want to meet that on the street some dark night !
12-19-2007, 08:34 AM
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Very nice! Two questions, 1- with stamped rocker arms why the spacer under the valve covers unless your going to roller rockers
& 2- tell me more about the Camaro T5 speed? What, if any, modifications to the trans tunnel do you have to make and what year Camaro did it come out of? (Ok that's actually 3 questions)
12-19-2007, 09:26 AM
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Le Mans Master
Outstaning looking. Very nicely done!!!
The dual 4's look killer! 
The dual 4's look killer!
12-19-2007, 09:37 AM
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George your motor is looking great.
How are you going to address the crank case ventilation with the closed valve covers?
Just a note I tried the adapters for the old valve covers on my TPI with center bolt heads and had a problem getting them to seal, just something to look for.
Love the dual 4s.
Jeff
How are you going to address the crank case ventilation with the closed valve covers?
Just a note I tried the adapters for the old valve covers on my TPI with center bolt heads and had a problem getting them to seal, just something to look for.
Love the dual 4s.
Jeff
12-19-2007, 10:06 AM
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Le Mans Master
I'm pretty sure the spacer is the adapter for the valve covers. The heads are center bolt style and he's using the older style valve covers.
If you look in the picture you can see he's put a breather/fill tube in the intake.
Very nice work....!!!
If you look in the picture you can see he's put a breather/fill tube in the intake.
Very nice work....!!!
12-19-2007, 10:43 AM
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12-19-2007, 01:17 PM
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Originally Posted by firstgear
if it was me, I would go over the edge, usually do, but I would get the manifold polished and even the heads (since they are aluminum)....but then again, I was never known to do things in moderation!
However, I have a NEW POLISHED Dual Four manifold to replace the one in the pic.
I didn't think I would need until I mounted the dull cast and immediatly knew I need a little more
Originally Posted by dmentzer
Are you running a big block hood with that carb setup? Looks like it will be close. Certainly an impressive looking motor.
Very nice! Two questions, 1- with stamped rocker arms why the spacer under the valve covers unless your going to roller rockers
& 2- tell me more about the Camaro T5 speed? What, if any, modifications to the trans tunnel do you have to make and what year Camaro did it come out of? (Ok that's actually 3 questions)(2) T5 is from a 1986 Camero
(3) Haven't installed yet but others have install with no mods to tunnel
Originally Posted by silverslashstreak
I see the breather tube but what goes in must come out so I am wondering where the other inlet is going to be for the PVC. Late model engines don't have a provision except through the valve covers that I know of.
