Swapping in LS3...need help!
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Swapping in LS3...need help!
Ok guys, I've been searching for a while but I'm not getting a solid answer.
Most people I see in my search are using LS3 longblocks with 54x reluctor wheels whereas I am getting a LS3 shortblock with a 24x reluctor wheel and reusing my 5.3L heads, LS6 intake, etc... I'm going to be reusing as many parts as possible off my LS1.
So that said. If someone could help me narrow down exactly what parts are needed for the swap I'd GREATLY appreciate it! I'll start with my questionable items.
#1. Cam Sprocket/Timing Cover
My question about it: People are talking about the cam sensor being in a different position on the LS3 than the LS1 and requiring a LS2 timing cover with a LS2 sprocket and extending the sensor wiring...is this correct?)
#2. Valley Cover/Knock Sensors
Will my LS1 valley cover and knock sensors with stock wiring work? I'm seeing I need a LS2/3 valley cover and mention of drilling and tapping for knock sensors to screw into....where am I drilling??? I'm also seeing they say a harness is extension is needed....can I just extend the wires and solder back together?
#3. Lifters
I'm seeing pn 12499225 as what's needed for lifters....which show they're good on LS1's. So can't I just use my old LS1 lifters and a LS2/3 lifter tray???
Am I missing anything else? Since I'm using 5.3L heads and LS6 intake, I can still use LS1 fuel components right??? Just gonna need bigger injectors of course.
(I'm helping a buddy do the swap, but to make reading this easier I referred to it as if I'm doing it)
Most people I see in my search are using LS3 longblocks with 54x reluctor wheels whereas I am getting a LS3 shortblock with a 24x reluctor wheel and reusing my 5.3L heads, LS6 intake, etc... I'm going to be reusing as many parts as possible off my LS1.
So that said. If someone could help me narrow down exactly what parts are needed for the swap I'd GREATLY appreciate it! I'll start with my questionable items.
#1. Cam Sprocket/Timing Cover
My question about it: People are talking about the cam sensor being in a different position on the LS3 than the LS1 and requiring a LS2 timing cover with a LS2 sprocket and extending the sensor wiring...is this correct?)
#2. Valley Cover/Knock Sensors
Will my LS1 valley cover and knock sensors with stock wiring work? I'm seeing I need a LS2/3 valley cover and mention of drilling and tapping for knock sensors to screw into....where am I drilling??? I'm also seeing they say a harness is extension is needed....can I just extend the wires and solder back together?
#3. Lifters
I'm seeing pn 12499225 as what's needed for lifters....which show they're good on LS1's. So can't I just use my old LS1 lifters and a LS2/3 lifter tray???
Am I missing anything else? Since I'm using 5.3L heads and LS6 intake, I can still use LS1 fuel components right??? Just gonna need bigger injectors of course.
(I'm helping a buddy do the swap, but to make reading this easier I referred to it as if I'm doing it)
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My brain is a little rusty, but I'll try to help. My L92 / LS3 swap has been running for about two year now.
[QUOTE=98_TA_EMLC;15362305]Ok guys, I've been searching for a while but I'm not getting a solid answer.
Most people I see in my search are using LS3 longblocks with 54x reluctor wheels whereas I am getting a LS3 shortblock with a 24x reluctor wheel and reusing my 5.3L heads, LS6 intake, etc... I'm going to be reusing as many parts as possible off my LS1.
So that said. If someone could help me narrow down exactly what parts are needed for the swap I'd GREATLY appreciate it! I'll start with my questionable items.
The cam sensor is in a different location - you will need an extension harness. I'm using the stock LS3 timing sprocket.
The knock sensors will work with an extension harness - on mine the knock sensors screw into the block. Real close on header clearance, but it works.
I used the LS3 valley cover, no problem.
No clue. My stock LS1 was blown to **** so I went with new LS3 lifters.
You should be good to go. The only reason you should get into using a new fuel rail is if you go with an LS2/3 style intake.
Tell your buddy good luck. The 6.2 is a fun motor.
[QUOTE=98_TA_EMLC;15362305]Ok guys, I've been searching for a while but I'm not getting a solid answer.
Most people I see in my search are using LS3 longblocks with 54x reluctor wheels whereas I am getting a LS3 shortblock with a 24x reluctor wheel and reusing my 5.3L heads, LS6 intake, etc... I'm going to be reusing as many parts as possible off my LS1.
So that said. If someone could help me narrow down exactly what parts are needed for the swap I'd GREATLY appreciate it! I'll start with my questionable items.
#2. Valley Cover/Knock Sensors
Will my LS1 valley cover and knock sensors with stock wiring work? I'm seeing I need a LS2/3 valley cover and mention of drilling and tapping for knock sensors to screw into....where am I drilling??? I'm also seeing they say a harness is extension is needed....can I just extend the wires and solder back together?
Will my LS1 valley cover and knock sensors with stock wiring work? I'm seeing I need a LS2/3 valley cover and mention of drilling and tapping for knock sensors to screw into....where am I drilling??? I'm also seeing they say a harness is extension is needed....can I just extend the wires and solder back together?
I used the LS3 valley cover, no problem.
Tell your buddy good luck. The 6.2 is a fun motor.
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Thanks for helping me with that line by line man...I appreciate it!
So it's looking like I'm gonna need cam sprocket, timing cover, cam sensor extension harness, knock sensor extension harness, and LS3 valley cover. That's not too bad!
BTW..I'm a fellow autox'er and took a look at your fquick pics....
I LOVE THIS ONE!!!!
So it's looking like I'm gonna need cam sprocket, timing cover, cam sensor extension harness, knock sensor extension harness, and LS3 valley cover. That's not too bad!
BTW..I'm a fellow autox'er and took a look at your fquick pics....
I LOVE THIS ONE!!!!
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Thanks for helping me with that line by line man...I appreciate it!
So it's looking like I'm gonna need cam sprocket, timing cover, cam sensor extension harness, knock sensor extension harness, and LS3 valley cover. That's not too bad!
BTW..I'm a fellow autox'er and took a look at your fquick pics....
I LOVE THIS ONE!!!!
So it's looking like I'm gonna need cam sprocket, timing cover, cam sensor extension harness, knock sensor extension harness, and LS3 valley cover. That's not too bad!
BTW..I'm a fellow autox'er and took a look at your fquick pics....
I LOVE THIS ONE!!!!
Yeah, I figured you were a fellow cone junkie. That was taken at 411 Speedway - two wheels off into wet grass = 180! They ripped up the pavement for dirt a few years ago, which was a shame because that was a great place to autocross.
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So here's my parts list...am I missing anything?
GM LS3 Valley Cover
28-12599296
$116.99
Knock Sensor Relocation Harness LS1>LS1
LS2-KSRH
$22.50
Cam Sensor Adapter Harness
LS2-CSAH-2
$19
2x Cam Sprocket
12576407
$32.18
LS2 Timing Cover
12596023 or 12600325
$78.18
Cam Chain Damper
12588670
$11.56
VICTOR REINZ LS3 Cylinder Head Gasket
54660
$25.99 each
GM Gen IV Cylinder Head Bolt Kit
28-17800568
$61.99 each
GM LSX Water Pump Gasket Set
28-12630223
$8.99
GM LS3 Valley Cover
28-12599296
$116.99
Knock Sensor Relocation Harness LS1>LS1
LS2-KSRH
$22.50
Cam Sensor Adapter Harness
LS2-CSAH-2
$19
2x Cam Sprocket
12576407
$32.18
LS2 Timing Cover
12596023 or 12600325
$78.18
Cam Chain Damper
12588670
$11.56
VICTOR REINZ LS3 Cylinder Head Gasket
54660
$25.99 each
GM Gen IV Cylinder Head Bolt Kit
28-17800568
$61.99 each
GM LSX Water Pump Gasket Set
28-12630223
$8.99
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Yeah I would've enjoyed racing there myself. Everything we do around here is flat surfaced pavement...banks make for more speed = more fun with entry and exit points
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So here's my parts list...am I missing anything?
GM LS3 Valley Cover
28-12599296
$116.99
Knock Sensor Relocation Harness LS1>LS1
LS2-KSRH
$22.50
Cam Sensor Adapter Harness
LS2-CSAH-2
$19
2x Cam Sprocket
12576407
$32.18
LS2 Timing Cover
12596023 or 12600325
$78.18
Cam Chain Damper
12588670
$11.56
VICTOR REINZ LS3 Cylinder Head Gasket
54660
$25.99 each
GM Gen IV Cylinder Head Bolt Kit
28-17800568
$61.99 each
GM LSX Water Pump Gasket Set
28-12630223
$8.99
GM LS3 Valley Cover
28-12599296
$116.99
Knock Sensor Relocation Harness LS1>LS1
LS2-KSRH
$22.50
Cam Sensor Adapter Harness
LS2-CSAH-2
$19
2x Cam Sprocket
12576407
$32.18
LS2 Timing Cover
12596023 or 12600325
$78.18
Cam Chain Damper
12588670
$11.56
VICTOR REINZ LS3 Cylinder Head Gasket
54660
$25.99 each
GM Gen IV Cylinder Head Bolt Kit
28-17800568
$61.99 each
GM LSX Water Pump Gasket Set
28-12630223
$8.99
I was hitting high 80s there with the stock LS1 - would love to see what she would do now.