Sneek peek at my LS1 (now LS6) for the '63 Grand Sport
02-17-2004, 05:50 PM
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Sneek peek at my LS1 (now LS6) for the '63 Grand Sport I temporarily assembled some of it to get an idea of what it'll look like. I'm still wiping the drool from my chin... 
Some features are:
LS6 block, Patriot Stage 2 LS6 heads, custom grind Comp cam 228/236-.588/.602/110+2 lsa, LS6 intake manifold, LS6 PCV conversion, MTI Billet T-body, Meziere electric water pump, Speed Inc. billet fuel rails and custom Katech cast aluminum 'Grand Sport' valve covers... also powdercoated timing chain cover, PS pump and alternator brackets. The A/C compressor will be mounted on a special bracket to relocate it to the upper passenger side to clear the frame. Still deciding on the headers - looks like I may have to have some custom made.
Special thanks to Steve for raising the bar on engine appearance and to Speed Inc. for help on the engine.
http://www.hpphoto.com/servlet/LinkP...7a9bc1e0&size=
http://www.hpphoto.com/servlet/LinkP...4009266d&size=
Some features are:
LS6 block, Patriot Stage 2 LS6 heads, custom grind Comp cam 228/236-.588/.602/110+2 lsa, LS6 intake manifold, LS6 PCV conversion, MTI Billet T-body, Meziere electric water pump, Speed Inc. billet fuel rails and custom Katech cast aluminum 'Grand Sport' valve covers... also powdercoated timing chain cover, PS pump and alternator brackets. The A/C compressor will be mounted on a special bracket to relocate it to the upper passenger side to clear the frame. Still deciding on the headers - looks like I may have to have some custom made.
Special thanks to Steve for raising the bar on engine appearance and to Speed Inc. for help on the engine.
http://www.hpphoto.com/servlet/LinkP...7a9bc1e0&size=
http://www.hpphoto.com/servlet/LinkP...4009266d&size=
I really like the Valve covers. Gives a really good look to the setup. 
02-17-2004, 09:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Budman78
Damn, my motor looks getto now. Yes the bar has been rasied.
That motor looks awesome Mark!!!
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02-19-2004, 12:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Steve1969LS1
Those are the valve covers I want to eventually go with.. i bet they cost a couple of $$$'s 
02-19-2004, 07:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Gen3Benz
how did they coat/plate the intake?
did they use an electroless nickel plate, then powdercoat?
what did they cure the coat with? oven or IR light?
did they use an electroless nickel plate, then powdercoat?
what did they cure the coat with? oven or IR light?
Belive it or not that's just plain old basecoat/clearcoat body paint. I had the same color on my last engine and it always looked great - no heat issues whatsoever.
02-21-2004, 04:07 PM
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Originally Posted by ralt12
Very sweet. Are those C5R valve covers?
02-22-2004, 01:27 PM
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Originally Posted by datsbad
can you tell where i an contact someone on those valve covers ? also can you put on whatever writing you want on there ?
03-15-2004, 12:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Serial Thriller
You realize you need a clear hood for your car; it would be a shame to hide that great looking motor!
Here's what the hood looks like: http://www.hpphoto.com/servlet/LinkP...205324c7&size=
