blew my ls1 engine..ideas for new engine? new ls1 or...??
11-18-2009, 06:05 PM
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Sdpc ls6 405hp long block i just blew my engine..im deffinitly keeping the car because i love it to death..i was wondering..i have about 6k to spend..i found brand new ls1 for 4500$ and install is about 1k.. is there any other route i can go with more power other than used engines with over 30k miles on them or with 6k am i pretty much locked in to a new ls1..i would love a ls3 and i have seen them for 4500 new or with low miles..what do you guys think is it risky buying new engines..buy the way the new ls1 comes with a 100k mile warrenty..please enlighten me all opinions or ideas welcome i have a week to decide 
11-22-2009, 05:22 PM
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I ended up buying an LS6 long block from sponsor above...for 3000 shipped to my shop..
dropped in a VRX4, Ported FAST, put a Stall in my tranny, and called it a day.
i sold the LS6 cam, Old block, Etc, ect..i got back 1k from all the old parts
it all cost me 6k and some change..Best decision i could have ever made!
give scoggins a call man, they took good care of me...
11-23-2009, 09:10 AM
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LS6 or LS3. Don't waste your time on anything else. Warranty, 400+ hp with full factory bone stock drivability and minimal tuning. No big cams, no dealing with machine shops, no parts match up issues or compromises.
11-24-2009, 09:37 AM
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The mechanic said it looks like it was beaten and had nitrous runnning through it at one point, he said the crank was broke.. I like the ls6 idea, does anyone know how much the extra parts I would need will cost
me? Like oil pan, balancer and if there's anything else i will need? I'm not sure if they have ever done a ls6 swap so I have to ask them about that does anyone know anyone capable around Philadelphia, pa by the way?
me? Like oil pan, balancer and if there's anything else i will need? I'm not sure if they have ever done a ls6 swap so I have to ask them about that does anyone know anyone capable around Philadelphia, pa by the way?
11-24-2009, 01:24 PM
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/LS2-t...item33577e573f
theres a lq9 6.0 not a terrible deal for 45000 on motor and 18000 on trans.
theres a lq9 6.0 not a terrible deal for 45000 on motor and 18000 on trans.
11-24-2009, 02:55 PM
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The mechanic said it looks like it was beaten and had nitrous runnning through it at one point, he said the crank was broke.. I like the ls6 idea, does anyone know how much the extra parts I would need will cost
me? Like oil pan, balancer and if there's anything else i will need? I'm not sure if they have ever done a ls6 swap so I have to ask them about that does anyone know anyone capable around Philadelphia, pa by the way?
me? Like oil pan, balancer and if there's anything else i will need? I'm not sure if they have ever done a ls6 swap so I have to ask them about that does anyone know anyone capable around Philadelphia, pa by the way?
Regarding a shop, where did you take it CarX or Jiffy Lube? Go to a REAL shop that works on these cars. If you can't find one look up a local f-body club (use the internet) and ask them. Worst case (not really worst case, probably best case) take it to a reputable dealership to install it.
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11-29-2009, 09:49 AM
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?s on SPDC LS6 motor If it turns out you really need an engine, we have some of the 405HP LS6 long blocks in stock at $3244 shipped. You will have to change the oil pan/pickup, balancer, and pilot bearing. Other than that, a good tune and you are ready to roll. Give us a shout if we can help you.
?1.this is a completely stock motor and a complete motor minus stuff on ?.4?
?2. is it assembled at a GM factory?
?3.is it a brand new motor or a rebuilt motor?
?4.you say You will have to change the oil pan/pickup, balancer, and pilot bearing.
can't the LS1 oil pan,pickup (? I'm assumming you're referring to the oil pump tube)and LS1 harmonic balancer be reused?
if no to ?4. what is the additional cost of these parts.
?5.since theres no oil pan on a long block can ARP rod bolts be installed from SPDC?
if yes to ?5. how much extra $?
this LS6 appears to be a very good deal,
?6. just curious why only a 90 day warrenty? and to get this warrenty must the motor be installed at a GM dealership?
Thanks just looking to CMA when my baby blows.
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11-29-2009, 11:27 AM
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Forget getting a wittle LS1 or LS6. Stroke that bitch unless you plan on getting an LS7 or LSX454.
Like the saying goes. There's no replacement for displacement
Like the saying goes. There's no replacement for displacement
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i was in the same position man...
I ended up buying an LS6 long block from sponsor above...for 3000 shipped to my shop..
dropped in a VRX4, Ported FAST, put a Stall in my tranny, and called it a day.
i sold the LS6 cam, Old block, Etc, ect..i got back 1k from all the old parts
it all cost me 6k and some change..Best decision i could have ever made!
give scoggins a call man, they took good care of me...
I ended up buying an LS6 long block from sponsor above...for 3000 shipped to my shop..
dropped in a VRX4, Ported FAST, put a Stall in my tranny, and called it a day.
i sold the LS6 cam, Old block, Etc, ect..i got back 1k from all the old parts
it all cost me 6k and some change..Best decision i could have ever made!
give scoggins a call man, they took good care of me...