Removing the TB Spacer on '98 LS1

[dj_phaedrus]

Hello All,

I have a 1998 LS1 Camaro with an 80MM BBK Throttle Body. It has the spacer between the throttle body and the manifold. I want to remove it because not matter how much I cut the bellows and intake hoses, I can't get the aftermark air filter lid to fit all the way (it is pushed to far forward).

However if I remove the TB spacer, the 3 allen head bolts holding the TB on are too long and will not secure the TB. I guess the spacer included longer bolts (the car came with it installed)? Does anyone know where I can get the original length TB bolts or can you advise what to do? It does not seem practical or aesthically pleasing to use washers.

Thanks,
Bill

[tblu92]

They are just metric bolts--You can get metric allen bolts at most any hardware store--take the longer ones in--find out what size you have by trying the differnt sized nuts--when you find the size that fits--buy the shorter ones you need----

[98formy]

I have the same setup, but I have slp smooth bellows and lid. I cut down the one side to the length of the clamp, and mine works, barely, but seals properly. Are you using the stock bellows or aftermaket.

[dj_phaedrus]

SLP Smooth Bellows as well. I cut it down as far as I could (I thought) but it won't seal.

[98formy]

I have to look at mine, but maybe I trimmed both sides, but I know mine works.