Blown L33 or stock LS2 for a S2000 LSx conversion? Comparable cost?
07-06-2013, 12:52 PM
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Blown L33 or stock LS2 for a S2000 LSx conversion? Comparable cost? Got an interesting scenario...
I had a 93 LSx powered FD and I loved the hell out of that car, but it had some quirks. It was an LS1 with 5.3L built heads (higher compression) and a mild cam with a 114 LSA. I didn't like how lumpy it idled and all the crap that goes with that (power steering, A/C, and brake issues when there is no vacuum at idle).
I'm in the process of planning an LSx Honda S2000 build and am not liking the prices I'm seeing for LS2's. I have a few requirements:
1) I may want to eventually register it in my home county, meaning the engine has to be newer than the car (so 2004 and up)
2) I want a rock solid smooth idle (relatively of course).
I figured a 6L LS2 would be the best bet (within a budget of <$6,000 for engine/trans complete pullout). More displacement = more smooth power, but the prices are up there.
Then I went on eBay and searched for L33's. It looks like an L33 with all the accessories (no trans) can be sourced for ~$1,000-$1,200.
What would be the average cost to freshen a 100,000 mile L33 in order to run a centrifugal blower at low boost (5-6psi)? The goal is 400-500whp.
Would it make sense to do a basic blown L33 build (that I can upgrade down the line to better heads, intake manifold, built internals, etc when I want more power) over putting in a bone stock LS2?
Figure I can source a T56 for $2,000 fairly easily. If my budget is $6,000, that would leave $4,000 to buy a complete L33 pullout, convert the parts needed to swap (oil pan, injectors, etc)... could I still budget a bolt-on blower at low psi (a non-intercooled kit)?
I had a 93 LSx powered FD and I loved the hell out of that car, but it had some quirks. It was an LS1 with 5.3L built heads (higher compression) and a mild cam with a 114 LSA. I didn't like how lumpy it idled and all the crap that goes with that (power steering, A/C, and brake issues when there is no vacuum at idle).
I'm in the process of planning an LSx Honda S2000 build and am not liking the prices I'm seeing for LS2's. I have a few requirements:
1) I may want to eventually register it in my home county, meaning the engine has to be newer than the car (so 2004 and up)
2) I want a rock solid smooth idle (relatively of course).
I figured a 6L LS2 would be the best bet (within a budget of <$6,000 for engine/trans complete pullout). More displacement = more smooth power, but the prices are up there.
Then I went on eBay and searched for L33's. It looks like an L33 with all the accessories (no trans) can be sourced for ~$1,000-$1,200.
What would be the average cost to freshen a 100,000 mile L33 in order to run a centrifugal blower at low boost (5-6psi)? The goal is 400-500whp.
Would it make sense to do a basic blown L33 build (that I can upgrade down the line to better heads, intake manifold, built internals, etc when I want more power) over putting in a bone stock LS2?
Figure I can source a T56 for $2,000 fairly easily. If my budget is $6,000, that would leave $4,000 to buy a complete L33 pullout, convert the parts needed to swap (oil pan, injectors, etc)... could I still budget a bolt-on blower at low psi (a non-intercooled kit)?
07-06-2013, 03:20 PM
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I have a 200k mile L33 and it has good compression on all cylinders so previous owner maintence is more important than mileage, but I would at least get some upgraded rod bolts for an LS if you plan on using a blower..
If it were me I would go for the bigger displacement all day...no replacement lol...I only went with the L33 because I got it for $300 lol...
If it were me I would go for the bigger displacement all day...no replacement lol...I only went with the L33 because I got it for $300 lol...
07-06-2013, 11:18 PM
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I have a 2006 model lq9 6.o with 55k with Carburetor conversion, complete turnkey engine, msd box runs the coils packs and makes for a 3 wire hookup. The motor is still in the car u can hear it run, watch oil pressure, ect. $3,000
07-06-2013, 11:51 PM
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I'd go for the l33 w/ a blower. Easily make more power than a stock ls2 and can swap a ls9 cam, have good vacuum and a factory smooth idle w/ a good amount of power.
Or at least this is my plan, not sure if it's going to be a l33, but it's likely not going to be a ls2 as the prices are a little rich for what I want to do.
Or at least this is my plan, not sure if it's going to be a l33, but it's likely not going to be a ls2 as the prices are a little rich for what I want to do.
