AustinYukon

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I might have a good deal on a 38K mile LS1 out of a GTO. The only 'problem' I am facing is the fact that I have to buy the motor/tranny and it's a T-56 setup. I am going to run an auto in my '56 Belair project.

I'm hoping I can buy the assembly and sell the T-56 and all related stuff then just buy a built Auto setup.

I'm assuming I can't use the 6sp harness and ECM though, either.

Any reason to avoid the '04 model year LS motors?

Dan

PewterMNZ

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check out ls1gto.com

probably find better answers sooner there

torquejunky

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I don't know a whole lot about late model GTOs but from one old school car guy to another I would keep the 6 speed. I had a turbo 400 in my 71 Z28, which was great for racing but when it comes to cruising and rowing through the gears and gas mileage, I love the T56 in my 98SS and I will be putting one in my next 2nd gen build.

cdoggy81

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04 LS1 is a good motor. Has the good rod bolts, an LS6 intake, & I think a good oil pump too.
How good of a deal are we talking about here? It would be cheaper to find a 2000-2004 LS1 with auto so you can use the computer & poss build the 4L60E up or sell it.

Super Speed

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To run an auto tranny you would simply have to have the PC flashed for it

Soul TKR

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yea... there fuggin ugly














just my opinion... so I don't want any PM's from anyone

Ryan L

Just get an '05 with the 50 extra HP, better hood, and dual exhaust, etc.

Joey@Tick

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The 04 LS1 engine is great. You'll be very happy with it. Good luck with your project!

AustinYukon

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I THINK I can get the motor, tranny, ECM, Complete harness, T-56, driveshaft, crossmember, exhaust etc etc for $4K

It has 38K on it and the car was hit in the passenger front so the motor wasn't touched as far as I could tell.

I'm going to lowball the dude tomorrow and see what I can get it all for.

EDIT: I was going to put ARP rod bolts, cam, heads, etc anyway but that is good to know.

AustinYukon

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So the actual harness is the same then?

AustinYukon

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oops ....

Super Speed

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The ECU harness is the same the transmission harness is different but they can be had for around 60$ or so

radkon

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If you keep the 04 GTO ECU you can run lean cruise and pickup a couple MPG too!

ArklaTexan

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When I was all motor 480rwhp Heads/Cam I still got 25mpg hwy while the 05/06 only get 21 if they are lucky.