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Old May 16, 2007 | 11:44 AM
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CHEVY...21945385QQrdZ1

I just wanted to get some feedback and see what you all think about this engine? I just recently threw a rod a need a quick fix. If any of you know of any cheap motors let me know
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Old May 16, 2007 | 12:10 PM
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Looks nice, but if you're replacing an LS1 that motor is not gonna work.
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Old May 16, 2007 | 12:12 PM
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what vehicle is this engine for
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Old May 16, 2007 | 12:13 PM
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2001 trans am. how come it wont work?
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LS1 completely different than older small block Chevy
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Old May 16, 2007 | 01:30 PM
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2001 trans am. how come it wont work?
It's a gen I small block, you need a gen III ls1 small block.
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This is more like it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2002-...em120117161953

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I wouldn't recommend that one either. It's a resleaved 4.8 Liter. LS1 is kinda false advertising.
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lol, ya see I don't know a whole lot about all the technical stuff. keep the suggestions coming. If yall know of any cheap short blocks let me know. would like a 383 stroker block fit on my car or would I need to do upgrades for that?
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lol, ya see I don't know a whole lot about all the technical stuff. keep the suggestions coming. If yall know of any cheap short blocks let me know. would like a 383 stroker block fit on my car or would I need to do upgrades for that?
location?
i have a engine or two
if u are interested
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looks good, however any motor that I did not know the history if I would go through and inspect teh bearings.etc
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