85 to 87 computer converstion question

[waldo786]

I am planning on switching out my 85 computer to an 87 and was wonderding about sensors. I know I don't necessarily have to have a MAT sensor, but it is a good idea. Is there a stock one on there now? I was mainly wondering though if I get a ls1 maf do I have to also have a translator or will it work ok with just the newer MAF? Also was wondering if and how well it would work with the stock MAF? Thanks!

 

[3point8]

85/87 ECM conversion

There is no MAT sensor on an 85 TB. I just went to a wrecking yard and pulled one off a GM car. Make sure to take the wiring socket and pigtail to go with it. I installed mine in the original nipple on the plastic MAF intake pipe which I believe was originally intended to be connected to the PCV.
As for the LS1 MAF conversion you will need a translator for sure. I did the LT1 conversion with standard translator and it was painless plug and play. I can't recall though whether I did it before or after I converted the car to 87 type ignition module so beware.
HTH
Peter