Expected Price of a Turn-Key LS7 Crate Engine?
04-26-2005, 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Sharpe
What's the expected price of a turn-key LS7 crate engine when it comes out?
A turn-key LS1 is what, $6000? So, you think it will be like $10,000 or $12,000?
A turn-key LS1 is what, $6000? So, you think it will be like $10,000 or $12,000?
04-26-2005, 02:55 PM
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Originally Posted by DAPSUPRSLO
From the mouth of Dave Hill it is EXPECTED to be $15,000 bux.
04-27-2005, 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by 87f383
That is MSRP correct? If so 10-11.5k might be something we could see out the door of a wholesaler right?
I'm sure the bigger motor will make more power (502, 572, 6xx) but you gotta remember this ls7 motor is a cam swap, headers swap, and remaining exhaust swap away from 750 hp or so. These heads flow what most aftermarket big block heads flow right out of the box with 264 cc ports and 87 cc ports intake/exhaust respectively. Add in the super light rotating assembly and Bam, mad power.
04-28-2005, 02:27 PM
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Originally Posted by bickelfirebird
A 632 BBC would embarrass the LS7. Hell, GM ZL502 (whatever its called) will make more power than a LS7.
I believe i saw those engines featured at last episode of ANTIQUES ROADSHOW ...
05-11-2005, 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by DavidNJ
David Hill apparently did say $15,000. LS6 and LS2 engines typically sell for 23-28% off list. So a possible street price of $11-12k is likely.
The above Quote is from Automotive news.
05-12-2005, 10:51 PM
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A 632 BBC would embarrass the LS7. Hell, GM ZL502 (whatever its called) will make more power than a LS7.
I believe i saw those engines featured at last episode of ANTIQUES ROADSHOW ...
I believe i saw those engines featured at last episode of ANTIQUES ROADSHOW ...
05-13-2005, 08:48 AM
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What is your point? Power is power right?
It really depends on what you are looking to do. would anyone really want try to put a bbc in their 4th gen f-bod or c5/c6? The extra weight and size would be a problem.
05-14-2005, 07:31 PM
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Kinda off topic, but does anyone know if regular aftermarket 4.125 LS1/6 pistons work with LS7/C5R heads with the different valve angle? Going from the pic of the LS7 piston, I would think not, but I know there are builders on here who would know for sure.
05-15-2005, 10:45 PM
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Originally Posted by bickelfirebird
A 632 BBC would embarrass the LS7. Hell, GM ZL502 (whatever its called) will make more power than a LS7.
05-18-2005, 09:42 AM
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I would not scoff at the ZL502. We did one in a 1957 Belair as a crate motor (street version). It made 505rwhp and 550ftlb right out of the box with minor tuning of the demon carb. Needless to say, it was more than enough to tear up those little tires in all 5 gears with the Richmond 5-speed.
With a better cam and EFI on that motor, 600rwhp is easy and it is daily drivable. You could also throw 300hp of N2O at a motor like that with no problem.
With a better cam and EFI on that motor, 600rwhp is easy and it is daily drivable. You could also throw 300hp of N2O at a motor like that with no problem.
