Conversions & Swaps LSX Engines in Non-LSX Vehicles
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Couple Combo Questions

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 24, 2007 | 07:34 PM
  #1  
LS2Monte's Avatar
Thread Starter
On The Tree
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 166
Likes: 0
From: Cape Cod, MA
Default Couple Combo Questions

Hey guys. I'm thinking over a few different engine combos for a 78 malibu I'm working on and one of em is a 6.0 LQ4 swap. I'm thinking about picking up one local and swap on a 4bbl intake, MSD controller, and a 650-750 Holley. Rest of the drivetrain is a built 2004r, 3200 Stall 9.5" lockup converter, and a 8.5" 3.42 GN rear. Fuel system is an intank Walbro 255 pump, -08an feed line, -06an return, and an Aeromotive bypass regulator.

Running a LQ4 with a carb, MSD controller, and a set of 1 3/4" long tubes, what kind of power and ETs could I expect? These motors seem to make gobs of power and respond awesome to bolt ons.

At a later time when I have more time to work with it, I'd like to go back to fuel injection but for now, cheap power and a carb will work, just looking for suggestions on which way to go.

Oh car should weigh 3300-3400 with me in it.

Thanks guys
Nick
Reply
Old Apr 24, 2007 | 08:11 PM
  #2  
Darracq's Avatar
TECH Apprentice
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 364
Likes: 1
Default

I have a 83 malibu wagon stock ls1, victor jr, 750 vac , 1 3/4 he aders, gn rear with 3.90s 3600 stall, car is light, best time 12.22 @ 109
Reply
Old Apr 24, 2007 | 08:25 PM
  #3  
LS2Monte's Avatar
Thread Starter
On The Tree
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 166
Likes: 0
From: Cape Cod, MA
Default

I remember reading about your setup on maliburacing.

I see you set the motor as far back so the pan would clear the crossmember. Do you have any pics of your mounting plates? Did you use the stock V8 frame side mounts? Do you think your engine would clear a non a/c heater box with a little modifying or is it too tight?

Thanks
Nick
Reply
Old Apr 24, 2007 | 08:29 PM
  #4  
LS2Monte's Avatar
Thread Starter
On The Tree
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 166
Likes: 0
From: Cape Cod, MA
Default

Also what headers did you use in your swap? Drop in or did they require mods?

Thanks
Nick
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:46 AM.

story-0
6 Gifts Neither Your Dad Nor Grad Will Shove Into the 'Trinket Drawer'

Don't get dad new socks or a grill brush this year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 14:55:56


VIEW MORE
story-1
Topdon ONE vs. Artidiag 800 BT2: Which is the Diagnostic Tablet For You?

Slideshow: We take a close look at the ONE and Artidiag 800BT2 diagnostic tools from Topdon and the reasons to buy one over the other.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 11:05:11


VIEW MORE
story-2
Gas Monkey Built a 6-Wheel Ferrari Testarossa With a Corvette LT4 Engine

Slideshow: The controversial Ferrari F6 swaps its original flat-12 for a Corvette Z06-derived LT4 V8 and sends power to four rear wheels through a custom-built drivetrain.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-26 18:23:54


VIEW MORE
story-3
7 Most Reliable High-Performance Engines GM Has Ever Built

Slideshow:These GM engines didn't just make huge power, they survived abuse, boost, track days, and six-digit mileage with a reputation for refusing to quit.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-21 16:45:27


VIEW MORE
story-4
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

Slideshow: This heavily modified 1971 Camaro mixes classic muscle car styling with a fifth-generation Camaro interior and modern LS3 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:06:42


VIEW MORE
story-5
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

Slideshow: From wobbling harmonic balancers to failed EBCMs, these are the issues that define long-term C5 ownership and what repairs typically involve.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-07 18:44:57


VIEW MORE
story-6
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

Slideshow: A modern Camaro transformed into a retro icon, this limited-run "Bandit" build blends nostalgia with brute force in a way few revivals manage.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:57:02


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

Slideshow: Cadillac didn't just crash the high-performance luxury vehicle party, it showed up loud, supercharged, and occasionally a little unhinged...

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-16 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

Slideshow: Top ten most powerful Chevy trucks ever made

By | 2026-03-25 09:22:26


VIEW MORE
story-9
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

Slideshow: Hennessey has turned the Silverado ZR2 into a 700-hp off-road monster with supercharged V8 power and a limited production run.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-24 18:57:52


VIEW MORE