LT1 to 5.3 turbo swap
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Yes 100%.. I kept AC used a stock LS1 k-member.
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I would like to get a LM7 complete motor....run it NA for 1 yr so i get it all setup and pull it the following yr...bore it. toss in forged pistons/rods, new rings,bearings, etc.
Should i bother with the LM7 or stick LQ4/9?? I plan to have a turbo on it...will be running it NA for 1yr with a aftermarket cam,fast - ls6 intake, bigger valves, thin head gaskets.
Should i bother with the LM7 or stick LQ4/9?? I plan to have a turbo on it...will be running it NA for 1yr with a aftermarket cam,fast - ls6 intake, bigger valves, thin head gaskets.
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has anyone used LT1 f body accessories with a 5.3...?? I am trying to buy as few parts as possible. Would like to re use all that i can..
I am getting:
5.3 LS
LS k member
LS steering shaft, linkage, etc
ls6 intake
f body oil pan
30lb red tops (have already)
255 walbro (have already)
harness/computer
arketsmall cam/springs/pushrods/etc
Bellhousing, Front Plate, and Input Shaft
run it NA for a yr, get it dialed in somewhat. Than pull it the following yr for forged pistons, ARP everywhere.
what else will i need...?
I am getting:
5.3 LS
LS k member
LS steering shaft, linkage, etc
ls6 intake
f body oil pan
30lb red tops (have already)
255 walbro (have already)
harness/computer
arketsmall cam/springs/pushrods/etc
Bellhousing, Front Plate, and Input Shaft
run it NA for a yr, get it dialed in somewhat. Than pull it the following yr for forged pistons, ARP everywhere.
what else will i need...?
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and since im a t56 i will need LS pedals correct....( push/pull ) ??
than make a few changes to the trans and get a LS style clutch??? just need confirm things before i start collecting parts.
than make a few changes to the trans and get a LS style clutch??? just need confirm things before i start collecting parts.
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Im doing this currently. Very easy if you do it all right. To sum it up, build the whole thing on the k member like youre sticking an ls1 into an ls1 car (you know, using the right parts, ie: all fbody accesories, ls1 k member, fbody oil pan and ect) get the wiring figured out, and stick her in lol
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Im doing this currently. Very easy if you do it all right. To sum it up, build the whole thing on the k member like youre sticking an ls1 into an ls1 car (you know, using the right parts, ie: all fbody accesories, ls1 k member, fbody oil pan and ect) get the wiring figured out, and stick her in lol