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Old 04-27-2011, 09:56 PM
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Getting started on the car. All the body panels replaced. Block in the machine shop. Have an ls1 block, would like a l92 block if i found on in the next week. Full intentions of pro charging it. Can't decide to put a 4l60e or one of the newer 6spd autos - any advice?
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My advice is to get engine mounts,headers and trans mounts that u know all work together!!it make the whole thing alot easier!!!
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My advice is to get engine mounts,headers and trans mounts that u know all work together!!it make the whole thing alot easier!!!
sounds like a plan. I've been reading your build. Would I be able to get some part numbers from that stuff from you. What did you do for a wiring harness. I've seen several different options. Also, does the computer have to be from an auto car or can it be re-programmed from a 6spd car? thanks
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I had S&P make my harness,real happy with it!!!im not sure on the computer,call S&P and they can tell u!!let me know what part numbers u need,no prob!
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I vote TKO500 or 600. T56 if you need the 6th gear
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Originally Posted by 3.8redbird
I vote TKO500 or 600. T56 if you need the 6th gear
so no 4L60E ?
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If you plan on making big power the 4L80E is a better choice with less headaches. Even a built 4L60E behind a healthy supercharged engine will be stressed and require rebuilds depending upon how much you beat on it and mileage. A 4L80E is basically a TH400 with overdrive and are stout. They are also heavy as hell. Ditch the stock torque convertor because it is a pig.

If you like manual transmissions..... get the T56. They can hold the power.
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Originally Posted by gnx7
If you plan on making big power the 4L80E is a better choice with less headaches. Even a built 4L60E behind a healthy supercharged engine will be stressed and require rebuilds depending upon how much you beat on it and mileage. A 4L80E is basically a TH400 with overdrive and are stout. They are also heavy as hell. Ditch the stock torque convertor because it is a pig.

If you like manual transmissions..... get the T56. They can hold the power.
Thanks for the advice. I thought about this and wasn't for sure on how the 4l60 holds up. My plan is to make 7-800 horse. About 10 lbs of boost. I think as much as im going to drive it, i want to stick with an auto.
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got a few more parts to body man. Got a computer on the way. Still looking for a 6.2 L92 block, if I don't find one by the end of the week, going to use a ls1 block.
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I''ve got a built 4l65 behind my supercharged LS1 first gen @10psi, I did a ton of research before dropping the coin and unless I was going over 750 wheel it made more sense to do the 4l65. (might as well be a two speed, 1st and 2nd are usless! )
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Originally Posted by c6matt
I''ve got a built 4l65 behind my supercharged LS1 first gen @10psi, I did a ton of research before dropping the coin and unless I was going over 750 wheel it made more sense to do the 4l65. (might as well be a two speed, 1st and 2nd are usless! )
Thats what im going for about 700 + at the crank. Thats what i planned on running was 10 psi of boost. I'll have to look in to your thread. Did you put a factory tank with the fuel pump in it? thats my next step. got a computer the other day.
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advice on where to get my harness? I intend to buy a whole new harness for the car and engine.
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Originally Posted by Camaro Jearmy
advice on where to get my harness? I intend to buy a whole new harness for the car and engine.
I've done a couple swaps using a techrods harness's, very pleased with looks, function and price.
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Originally Posted by c6matt
I've done a couple swaps using a techrods harness's, very pleased with looks, function and price.
i looked at their website yesterday, didn't find a number to call them. Maybe you have to email them first. I'll look into it.
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Originally Posted by Camaro Jearmy
i looked at their website yesterday, didn't find a number to call them. Maybe you have to email them first. I'll look into it.
I just use their ebay store..
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Originally Posted by c6matt
I just use their ebay store..
can you pm me the link to the ebay store? i didn't find it.
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think i found an ls3 block...been persuaded to start with the bigger block. Is a bare block worth 600?
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up..
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Look at c6matt build post,lots of great info!his post is the one that made me want to swap one in my car!!


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