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Old 10-02-2008, 10:26 AM
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I am doing a Ls1 into a car that will weigh about 2100lbs. I am going with ported 243's a LS6 intake and havent decided on the cam yet. I was thinking about the MS3 but not positive. I know that the cam and stall go hand in hand but I also thought vehicle weight was a factor also.

What kind of converter/stall would be a good choice for a swap like this. Or is there any site recommended to learn how to pick my own stall.

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The best thing to do is call around and discuss it with the converter companies like Yank and Circle D. Another factor besides weight is what kind and size of tire are you going to be running.
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The best thing to do is call around and discuss it with the converter companies like Yank and Circle D. Another factor besides weight is what kind and size of tire are you going to be running.
Thanks for the advice, I am not ready to purchase just yet still doing all of the planning. I know I will be running a 325-50-15 m/t drag radial.
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Good lord 2100lbs. What are you putting it in?
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Originally Posted by Beaflag VonRathburg
Good lord 2100lbs. What are you putting it in?
1960 Austin Healey 3000 roadster. Should make for a fun ride when I finish it. Need to do a lot of work but I am up for the challenge. I already have the car completely stripped to the frame and structure and about 75% sandblasted.

It will need a lot though, for instance I was thrown for a loop when I removed the rear end. It actually sits on top of the frame rails and has to be slid out from the side of the car. This is also my first time seeing lever arm shocks. It will make for good experience though.




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