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Old 07-11-2007, 08:03 PM
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whats the difference in weight of the lsx block and a ls6 block?
Old 07-11-2007, 08:13 PM
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225 lbs is what GM has listed for the LSX block and around 90 lbs for the aluminum LS6 I think

so around 135 lbs more?
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damn!!!! thats a hell of alot heavier
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I'd add 135 lbs to my car anyday for well over 135 more ft/lbs though

I'd sacrafice the spoiler... it doesn't do much anyway...
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Originally Posted by LrngCrv
I'd add 135 lbs to my car anyday for well over 135 more ft/lbs though

I'd sacrafice the spoiler... it doesn't do much anyway...
Once you see a t/a without one you will take that back.
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oh, I have a friend that did that w/ some other weight reductions and I can live w/ it on a track only car




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