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Big Dreams?
So...I've got another great idea. More of a goal, really.
LS1 in a 2nd gen Camaro Z28.
My dad's a mechanic, we have our own shop. Labor isn't an issue. I thinkI can get a used LS1 (60-70k mi.) for about $2,000 complete. Wiring harness, accessories, ECM, etc. Now, what unknowns am I looking at? will the stock motor mounts line up? (probably a lamer question) I'd have to get an electric fan setup, too..right? To me it doesn't seem like a big swap. What am I not considering?
I think the LS1 is seen as "the" motor of this generation, and I would love to have the power, potential, and reliability of modern engine technology in a classic (to me) F-Body. Might take me a year or so to save up the money (woo, HS part-time jobs!) but it's something I'd definitely like to commit my money to.
Opinions? Insults? Better ideas? I'll take 'em all.
LS1 in a 2nd gen Camaro Z28.
My dad's a mechanic, we have our own shop. Labor isn't an issue. I thinkI can get a used LS1 (60-70k mi.) for about $2,000 complete. Wiring harness, accessories, ECM, etc. Now, what unknowns am I looking at? will the stock motor mounts line up? (probably a lamer question) I'd have to get an electric fan setup, too..right? To me it doesn't seem like a big swap. What am I not considering?
I think the LS1 is seen as "the" motor of this generation, and I would love to have the power, potential, and reliability of modern engine technology in a classic (to me) F-Body. Might take me a year or so to save up the money (woo, HS part-time jobs!) but it's something I'd definitely like to commit my money to.
Opinions? Insults? Better ideas? I'll take 'em all.
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That's pretty much exactly what I wanted to hear. After checking out NastyZ28 and LS1Tech a little bit more, I've learned that it's not really a difficult swap at all.
Sounds like I have a new goal.
Sounds like I have a new goal.
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