Long Live Gen IV
05-05-2010, 07:52 PM
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Douchebag On The Tree
I don't know why no one thinks to say LS10, 11, 12...why does it only have to be a single digit?!
Whoa?! Bitter much? You do realize that makes you the new L98, right?
Whoa?! Bitter much? You do realize that makes you the new L98, right?
05-05-2010, 09:51 PM
#22
The SBC/BBC is the older big brother. The LSx is the young upstart. Sorry to say, the LTx is the bastard stepchild.
For that matter, the performance aftermarket might not take after this upcoming generation quite as well as the LSx. We've seen that happen too. Back in the day, I know several people who pulled the weaker, newer engines and dropped in SBC/BBC's in their place.
05-06-2010, 12:39 AM
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I agree, the LSx has become the modern version of the Gen I SBC (which, by the way, can still be built to make just as much power as any LS1.....just without the same level of efficiency). For however long we have gasoline, people will be building LSx and Gen 1 SBC motors, you can count on that.
05-06-2010, 12:43 AM
#24
Douchebag On The Tree
All GM RPOs are only three digits. It's been that way since at least the '60s, probably longer.
I agree, the LSx has become the modern version of the Gen I SBC (which, by the way, can still be built to make just as much power as any LS1.....just without the same level of efficiency). For however long we have gasoline, people will be building LSx and Gen 1 SBC motors, you can count on that.
I agree, the LSx has become the modern version of the Gen I SBC (which, by the way, can still be built to make just as much power as any LS1.....just without the same level of efficiency). For however long we have gasoline, people will be building LSx and Gen 1 SBC motors, you can count on that.
Whatever they do I think they can come up something new. Instead of recycling old codes again. How bout a third go-round for LT1 or LS6 anyone?
05-06-2010, 01:42 AM
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05-06-2010, 02:50 AM
#28
OHV is a very important aspect to maintain. GM has done wonders with the old, simple pushrod arrangement, I hope it stays that way. There is no need to complicate things with a multi-cam arrangement V8, Ford has already proven that this style will never be superior to a well designed OHV V8 engine.
I remember someone here recently posting a pic of a Nissan 3.5L V6 next to an LSx motor, the LSx looked so tiny and compact while the 3.5L looked like a 426 Hemi. Reduced external engine dementions are another big advantage of an OHV setup.
I remember someone here recently posting a pic of a Nissan 3.5L V6 next to an LSx motor, the LSx looked so tiny and compact while the 3.5L looked like a 426 Hemi. Reduced external engine dementions are another big advantage of an OHV setup.
05-06-2010, 07:27 PM
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Whoa?! Bitter much? You do realize that makes you the new L98, right?
kidding
or am i?
05-25-2010, 06:08 PM
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Camless engines would be badass!! Just like the F1 motors. 
The adjustments for power, tq curve, lope at idle, etc. would be nearly limitless (minus any PTV issues)
The adjustments for power, tq curve, lope at idle, etc. would be nearly limitless (minus any PTV issues)
05-26-2010, 04:37 PM
#39
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Who says the GenV engines will have an LSx designation? Maybe they'll be LY or LW or L*anything. Whatever they are, I have complete faith in the General kicking some *** with them.
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