New engine just arrived!!!!!!

[81C10LS3]

Just got home from offshore and saw my new engine an tranny for the 1st time. And boy it looks intimidating(on a few different levels). The donor car is a 2010 Camaro. Technically, its an L99/6L80(MYC), but after the cam upgrade and Nelson tune, it'll be a true LS3.

I have a question for some of you experienced guys. The PCM has two plugs that attach to it. But there are two more plugs(shown in the first picture) coming off the engine harness. I assume those went to the fuse/power block under the hood. My question is, will i need that fuse/power block from the donor car? It's going into an 81 short bed.

I'm used to working on older engines without all this electronic stuff, so this will be fun yet challenging. I appreciate ALL the help I can get from you guys.

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[Chevy-Art]

More than likely, from the other two connectors you will have to pull some wires for power to the pcm. Don't let it intimidate you, it is really not too bad or difficult to do.

[81C10LS3]

Just ordered the Helm service manuals for the donor vehicle. That should get me headed in the right direction....

[Chevy-Art]

That's what I bought, for the donor and for the project vehicle.

[81C10LS3]

so I called Nelson performance about a harness and tuning for my project. Turns out, they can't help me with the harness. Also, can't help with the trans computer since it's located inside the trans. All they can do is tune the PCM. Looks like I have a LOT more work ahead of me.

Also, the motor mount adapter plates I bought will not work with this accessory drive. The A/C is in the way on the passenger side. I'll have to look into relocating the A/C or fab up some new plates.

One step forward two steps back......

[inovermyhead]

Check w/Current Performance http://www.currentperformance.com/LS2.html and also Street & Performance in Mena, AR has done LS9 & LS3 conversions. Good Luck to you. BTW, are you in LA?