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Old Nov 1, 2008 | 12:49 AM
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I am looking to buy a ls3 crate motor from GM, issues i have doing such. what else do i need to buy to make it actually run in my hotrod?

I already have a t56 gto transmission and a new clutch kit for the tranny.. but what wiring harness will i need to buy? what ecm? do i need to buy a fuel pedal to use the throttlebody like the ls2's have.. do i need to buy sensors for the motor. am i missing anything else? I want to buy everything in one shot if I do go this route and all and any help is welcome on this matter.

Thank You in advance

remember all i have is the transmission and the clutch.. i have nothing else and this will be going into a 94 rx7
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Old Nov 1, 2008 | 06:09 AM
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The LS1 conversion kit about $300
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Old Nov 1, 2008 | 04:21 PM
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Originally Posted by AU N EGL
The LS1 conversion kit about $300
i dont know what hes talking about. but you need this

http://www.sdpc2000.com/product/1920...sLS376480.aspx

it is a gm performance computer that comes with your harness all your sensors, your computer, and a gas pedal for the drive by wire.

you will have to use aftermarket gauges.
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Old Nov 10, 2008 | 11:38 AM
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I am running our M-90 WBO2 controller on our LS3 427 SS. It allowed me to skip alot of the Mazda wiring headaches and I am able to run the stock gauges in my 1994 FD RX-7.

Mast Motorsports RX-7 Swap

Good luck with your swap...I've had alot of fun with mine so far!
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Old Nov 11, 2008 | 01:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Quicky06
i dont know what hes talking about. but you need this

http://www.sdpc2000.com/product/1920...sLS376480.aspx

it is a gm performance computer that comes with your harness all your sensors, your computer, and a gas pedal for the drive by wire.

you will have to use aftermarket gauges.
got a deal like that for pcm, wiring harness, ecm, for ls1's?
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