Thread: Gen V swap.. coolant everywhere.

98 Regal GS, Did the Gen III to a V, swapped LIM/Blower/TB.

Engine started, ran for a bit, then died.
I did not take it for a spin, just sat it at idol when this happened.
No crazy noises or horrifying smoke or anything.

The engine just turns and turns but wont fire.
-I checked the fuel that was fine. pumps running and fuel rails/injectors look good.
-I checked the plugwires/coils/ICM all tested ok on resistance/ground.

+I removed the new blower and found coolant in places it shouldn't be. The LIM is coming off next.

Besides soaking all the coolant up from the LIM/Blower, changing the oil and properly sealing the TB adaptor gasket what else do I need to do to make sure all the coolant is out of the system.

LIM's off too.

Hopefully I dont need to break the engine down anymore.

I soaked up all the coolant I could see, but I'm sure there is more. From what I gather from previous issues people have had with this I plan on.

Put it back together with an oil change.
Pull the plugs and crank it for a bit to blow out what remains.
Plugs back in and run it for a bit.
Change oil again.

Any modification or advice is greatly appreciated.

Pour a couple quarts of cheap oil in the valley while the lim is off the "wash away any coolant

reassemble make sure every thing is sealed up and fire her up no real need to pull teh plugs

I changed the Ignition control module today, fired up just fine.

Well I'm still waiting on the LS1 TPS and MAF Harness from Wbodystore to take it for a spin, But at least the motor is running.

BTW- price shopping GMpartsdirect vs Autozone. GMpartsdirect.com wanted 185 for the ICM +45$ to ship. I got an OEM replacement (not made in china) autozone for 150.