LS6 intake install with new(er) injectors

[BashamWS6]

***Just so we are clear, I am sending my PCM to Frost for a tune anyways


Alright so along with a couple other mods, i am ordering a LS6 intake once i get back from my trip

now i have a 99. which in turn means i have the 26lb injectors
i bought some 28lb injectors back when i was going to get a LS6 (but since they are no longer produced ***GFY GM*** i just stuck with a LS1)

now i read this article
http://www.highperformancepontiac.co.../photo_01.html

and it shows that i need to grease the injectors with Lithium grease, now am i supposed to grease the o rings correct?

it also says to make sure the manifold side seals are lubricated, what am i supposed to use to lube those?

and i cant seem to pop my fuel rails off. the intake is completely off the car....and im sketchy and dont wanna break stuff so...help please.

any other tips on swapping manifolds and injectors are more than welcome
thanks

[SMWS6TA]

you used the same Lithium grease.

You will need to put a significant amount of force. do one side and the other will come right off. 1st time you always fill like your pulling to hard.

Make sure you tell Frost that you are installing 28 lb injectors.

[BashamWS6]

how much grease is too much?

and yup i have the list right here:
delete skip shift
delete AIR
delete ERG
28lb Injectors
SLP Air Lid
LS6 Intake
*mods in sig*
although i didnt see the point in listing the free ram air mod, tb bipass mod, new clutch, or suspension mods

[SMWS6TA]

how much grease is too much?

although i didnt see the point in listing the free ram air mod, tb bipass mod, new clutch, or suspension mods

Agree, he doesn't need those above.

I would spray it (if you have a can) on a piece of cardboard, use my finger tip and just rub it with that.

I wouldn't try to pack it like bearings, just a light glazing

[BashamWS6]

alright thanks.
i got the fuel rails off and swapped out one of the injectors just to see if i could then i put the old one back in and put the rails back on. it took maybe 10 mins (after i stop pussy footing around and popped it off)

now that im not too terribly afraid to start tearing my car apart....i say the mod bug has struck once again

[JayTA98]

nice to see you got them off. Now get it back together and enjoy.

[SMWS6TA]

op, I just looked at your mods, did you buy it that way or had them installed?

[BashamWS6]

i had that the mods installed...why?

nice to see you got them off. Now get it back together and enjoy.

its just a cheap clip that holds the injectors on there. pry off with a flat head. and press back on with ur fingers

[SMWS6TA]

I asked because of what you got vs what you had said in post 5. It sounded like this was your first time doing mods on your car. No disrespect, just seemed odd to me after seeing your list of mods.

[BashamWS6]

professionally installed
i cheat
but i did do the sound system, the carpet, bellows and free mods myself

[SMWS6TA]

nothing wrong having someone doing it

[BashamWS6]

nothing wrong having someone doing it

yeah. well im kinda of a noob when it comes to cars. but ive learned alot thanks to this site. still not too comfortable with tearing too much up lol

[SMWS6TA]

first thing I would tell you is get a real good set of tools.

Can't do crap without them.

[jrbonds]

first thing I would tell you is get a real good set of tools.

Can't do crap without them.

Agreed. I got my first nice set for Christmas and it makes thing so much nicer to deal with.


BTW, what are bellows?

[BashamWS6]

that rubber piece from your MAF to your TB
and i know ppl will say i wasted my money and that i shouldve done the fernco bellows but hey i only spent 30 on the SLP bellows and i dont have to worry about getting the wrong size or it being too stiff or other problems.

[jrbonds]

that rubber piece from your MAF to your TB
and i know ppl will say i wasted my money and that i shouldve done the fernco bellows but hey i only spent 30 on the SLP bellows and i dont have to worry about getting the wrong size or it being too stiff or other problems.

And what would be the signifigance of changing that rubber piece be?

[BashamWS6]

better air flow. the stock bellows have that rigid pattern which restricts the air flow. most ppl say dont waste your time but i guy i met at a local car show said he gained 4rwhp with the bellows alone. so... $30 for 4RWHP....ehhh.every little bit helps

[jrbonds]

better air flow. the stock bellows have that rigid pattern which restricts the air flow. most ppl say dont waste your time but i guy i met at a local car show said he gained 4rwhp with the bellows alone. so... $30 for 4RWHP....ehhh.every little bit helps

Gotcha, thanks!

I learned something new today. lol

[SMWS6TA]

Jr, really it does nothing in the area of performance. It does IMHO go a long ways in appearance. I haven't decided on if I'll get one or not. I'v got to many other items on my build list to get first.

I have a TSB and was told it's worthless and useless. Me, I like it, it's gives the engine bay a different look and I think it does work. I feel a huge difference between it being on vs it off.

Op, always remember it's your car, you do what you like. Now with that said, I still wouldn't change my car pink and throw glitter all over it. That does deserve a beat down.

Like assholes every one has an opinion. Some are good and some stink. I let you figure out what my meaning is.

[BashamWS6]

Well put sir, well put.
I dont let people change my mind too ofteb, unless its out of my own ignorance.
But like my rim choice...not many people will like that black rim on it but chrome sould be a waste of money now since i live on a rock road.