stubbs4

Hi all i have about 90k on my stock ls1 i was thing of doing some mods But first i want to check to make sure my ls1 is holding up stong how can i make sure that the engine is in tip top shape for Mods
like i want to avoid spun bearings and stuff like that
aslo im am young and know litte to nothing about fixing cars should i just leave the car alone or start using my hand to work on it Thanks again LS1

pHEnomIC

iTrader: (14)

The two main things you can do is: oil analysis (test oil for byproducts or wear) and a compression/leakdown test.

Also, maintenance records/ checking fluid conditions can be a good indicator of what is going on and how well it was taken care of.

Everyone has to start somewhere.

Unertl42

iTrader: (63)

It's time to get those hands dirty. Like he said, check your fluids, 95% of people don't take proper care of their car. Also, do research on here if you have questions or are curious.

fastsspr

iTrader: (49)

Well says check the fluids is the way to go and check your compression.
I started to work on my cars from my first car when i was 17 in my Iroc Z.
So is time for you to learn and do thinks in you car.Use this site is very helpfull.
Back in the days i learned from my mistakes was not internet in 1989.
Good lock if in any way i can help drop me a PM.

stubbs4

how or where can i get the oil analysis and compression test done
and if everything checks out i would love to put some new push rods, lifter spings etc to make the block stonger any sugestions would be helpful
i have searched so much that my brain hurts!