Generation IV Internal Engine - Cost to install 427 shortblock?

Ok,im ready to order my LS3 427 shortblock,but after awhile of saving for it im wondering how much more cash im going to have to shell out to get this baby in.What are some of you guys experience in having a shop put one in cost wise...I know it will probly be alot but i just need to calm my nerves with somewhat of a ball park.


any help would be appreciated

Well just from experience and this wasnt a shop doing it, but dont forget about all the little things, like gaskets, bolts, if you have any bad sensors, just anything minor. Trust me it all adds up quick. Alot of times the little things add up quick

ball park would be say 2000$ assuming no problems and all goes well.

ball park would be say 2000$ assuming no problems and all goes well.

x2...good number to budget for.

Holy shit man.........$2,000.........

Typical cost around here for someone to remove and reinstall an engine in an F-Body is about $600-$700...for guys who do side work on peoples cars.

My friend is doing mine for $600.....he's taking it out, leaving my car sit at the shop he works at inside. Then reinstalling in two weeks after the engine is rebuilt. Its only about 6 hours total work.........but my friend has done engine R&R's on these things a hundred times. He's also putting my new LT's on while he's at it.

RedDemonLsX,
I'd ask around in the F-Body clubs if you have them around there, usually you can find guys looking for extra money that have done it before.

I see your in Ft. Myers.....bring that sucker over here to Lauderdale. My friend will probably install it for $300-$400. Get unlimited towing from AAA and have it brought here.

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Thanks for the responses guys,

LS6427...Ill keep that in mind,Im guessing it will need some quality dyno time too...Thanks!

I still have to sell my heads and intake for a new set of 235's with FAST 102 and some 1 7/8 LT's..Gonna be a process but will definitely be worth it.