'01 XJ 2WD, 5.3L 4L60E Build

[Digger87xj]

not enough wrap on the p/s pulley. it's gonna squeal like a stuck pig.

 

[yossarian19]

Nevermind. It seems this is a fuel pulsation damper.

That very same thing has screwed me up, too.

So, having returnless rails, you going to run a C5 filter / regulator setup or what do you have planned there?

 

[Aggie_Cobra]

not enough wrap on the p/s pulley. it's gonna squeal like a stuck pig.

I think you're right. May have to add an idler pulley between the P/S pump and the alternator.

 

[Aggie_Cobra]

That very same thing has screwed me up, too.



So, having returnless rails, you going to run a C5 filter / regulator setup or what do you have planned there?

Yes, already have the C5 filter.

 

[jamiemac]

Yes, already have the C5 filter.

Could You tell Me more about this filter? Does it have the regulator built in? That seems pretty cool if so. C5 Corvette is what I would assume You're referring to.

 

[Aggie_Cobra]

Could You tell Me more about this filter? Does it have the regulator built in? That seems pretty cool if so. C5 Corvette is what I would assume You're referring to.

Yes, the regulator is built in. The unit is only around $35.

 

[Aggie_Cobra]

Exhaust decision time: mild steel, aluminized or 409SS

I'm really leaning towards either mild steel fully painted on the outside or 409SS. Aluminized steel seems no good because the welds will rust first anyway.

The only hold-up I have with 409 is my hesitation about getting the welds correct. a 409 system would be about 40% more expensive than a mild steel system.

Does anyone have experience with a painted mild steel exhaust?

 

[jamiemac]

Yes, the regulator is built in. The unit is only around $35.

Holy carp, that's awesome to find out! Thanks. That will save Me a crapload of money.

Found this at Speedway motors. http://www.speedwaymotors.com/LS1-Fuel-Filter-Fuel-Regulator-Only,41793.html

 

[G2WANIT]

I haven't seen a wide enough pic of your engine bay to tell, but you may be able to fit your battery where I put mine:

I had to modify the hard AC line at the condenser tube thingy.

Sweet build, love those V8 XJs!

 

[Aggie_Cobra]

Back on it. Getting exhaust work done. 2-1/4" 409 SS off each side into a 2-in-1-out cat.

Drivers side exhaust coming down



Crossing over in front of the transmission pan



Heading back



Passenger side coming down and running back

 

[COjeeper]

Any updates?

 

[sardo_67]

Back from the dead?