Ok, I'll drop a little personal experience in here before I forget to comment. Check the subframe over carefully.. they are not known for longevity in the rust belt. I have had 2 of the later ecotec cars with holes in the subframes and those were "better" from what I had read.

Hopefully the can of worms aspect just stays with the new wiring that is getting run that way (New wires to pump and to the EVAP pressure sensor)

The plan is to at least get the car road ready by next year. At a minimum, I want to get it out for the meet. But unfortunately I have to see what ...

Since I haven't been on here in such a long time, I figured it would be a good idea to post an update after all of this time. The project is not dead, just in a forced slumber due to lack of time.

Since I was on here last, my daily driver truck got hit by some guy looking away from the wheel (long ...

Big update time, it is currently coughing!

The engine and new subframe are in the car but I haven't installed the axles or suspension. I am currently waiting on parts to put the cooling system together so I can get the engine running better than a coughing fit. (Vacuum leaks )

Nah, just a bucket load of dust and stuff.

Since the last time I updated this thread, things have been progressing at a very slow but steady pace. The old LN3 was pulled and I won't miss the morning hijinks when I was afraid that it might stall. The HVAC box is currently on its way to being sealed for the new evaporator but it has been a ...

Since I have been rather lax on updates due to class and other vehicle issues.. I figure i should finally pop on here and update the thread.

The car performed somewhat well as a daily driver until it went into the garage at the end of September. Had to bring another vehicle in the house so i could ...

Thank you for the insight. I think that is the direction I will be going.

Hmm, I wonder what gave people that idea. I thought the whole N/A swap raised enough eyebrows lol.
@MattStrike, Yea.. I believe I've discussed it with you and your brother before. Plus, I believe some people have been very bad influences.

How well did that setup hold up? Not planning on taking the car above stockish power levels for a couple of years, but would like to future proof it for when I do make my next move.

Thanks Matt. I didn't realize that there was that much of a strength difference in the mounts. Although, the isolation is a very important factor because living with bad mounts sucks! (The mounts have gotten to be more noticeable since the meet)

Quick question regarding Motor/ Trans mounts.. Does the 65e have to have the special mount or could I still use the old 440t4 mount with a limiter link in it? Just curious to kill two birds with one stone. Before people ask, this would not be the stiffest swap mount. A poly dog bone takes that award.

I am actually waiting until I put it away for the winter. There are quite a few things that are going to be done to the suspension at the same time when the bushings are replaced.

Since the meet ended, I have been slowly been working on adding things to the car. I had a 92-99 exhaust pipe laying around that finally made its way on to the car. Sadly the tailpipes were a bit too long, since they were designed for an early SSEi. Barring the typical exhaust leaks, and the new ...

hi

Since I haven't posted a proper update in a while, the car has been pressed into summer daily driver duties which was part of the plan. It has so far covered 3600 miles and except for some suspension noises and other random knocks it has been going well.

I have been working on swapping in a set of ...

BonnieBoy08 & bs009: I'm glad that you found it humorous which was a bit of the intent.

I'm slowly getting the car ready. All shall be revealed then

You don't realize how enticing that sounds.

I have 2 sets of 16" wheels even though the nice set has some iffy tires. That will end up being a winter project.