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Old Oct 21, 2008 | 09:43 PM
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Im looking to put a ls3 in my v6 firebird and i was wondering what all i need to do the conversion? I also want to know some good websites to look on to get all the parts needed. So if someone could make me a list of what i need and where i could get it id really appreciate it...prices would be nice to...Thanks
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Old Oct 23, 2008 | 06:37 AM
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Old Oct 23, 2008 | 11:07 PM
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Id keep the 6, if its a 3.8 ;p

The best place to get that info I think would be over at camarov6.com/firebirdv6.com
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Old Oct 23, 2008 | 11:36 PM
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You would want the engine, transmission, wiring harness, computer for starters. I don't know if it is as simple as mounting the LS1 motor mounts on the V6 k-member, so you may want to get a k-member from a LS1 f-body. Or buy a tubular one from UMI (I think that's the right company), or BMR. You will obviously need a new exhaust. Also, you may want to swap out the gauges, as it will probably be easier to use the V8 dash cluster. From there, it's whatever you want.
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Just keep on mind the gear differential and harness want to work on it
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Old Oct 25, 2008 | 03:54 PM
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Thanks for the help guys...Does anyone know what kind of transmission i will need?...I was thinking the 4l60e...would that transmission work and are there any other ones that will???
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