LS7 Operation Requirements
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LS7 Operation Requirements Hi All,
Having not had an LSx engine, I am wondering about some of the requirements to keep it running:
Coolant - There was some GM orange stuff in the crate plastic bag. Is that really the best available for the LS7? It came with orange, but I have been running the green stuff in my '96 LT-1 forever. Also, how much coolant is actually in the engine? (not lines and rad)
Oil - What directions does the oil flow on the pump ports? How much oil is in the engine? (not lines and sump) And, what should the oil pressure be at idle and at red line?
Fuel - Haven't purchased a pump or regulator. What pressure and GPM is needed for WOT?
Any other info?
Thanks,
-- Scott
Having not had an LSx engine, I am wondering about some of the requirements to keep it running:
Coolant - There was some GM orange stuff in the crate plastic bag. Is that really the best available for the LS7? It came with orange, but I have been running the green stuff in my '96 LT-1 forever. Also, how much coolant is actually in the engine? (not lines and rad)
Oil - What directions does the oil flow on the pump ports? How much oil is in the engine? (not lines and sump) And, what should the oil pressure be at idle and at red line?
Fuel - Haven't purchased a pump or regulator. What pressure and GPM is needed for WOT?
Any other info?
Thanks,
-- Scott
Last edited by Builder; Nov 5, 2005 at 06:29 AM. Reason: Oil Pressure
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Originally Posted by GMH GTO
you don't want to run green coolant, you want dex-cool (orange) or toyota super long life coolant (premixed) 
Oil - What directions does the oil flow on the pump ports? How much oil is in the engine? (not lines and sump)
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Originally Posted by John B
This link has a good description of the oiling system with great pic's http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/....php?qstId=572
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Originally Posted by John B
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Originally Posted by Dipstick
The orange causes electorlysis. Stick with the green.
If you use dexcool CORRECTLY, you'll be fine. I've got 140K miles on one change of dexcool in my GTP with 0 issues, and I've had it totally apart.
I'm looking forward to seeing your project progress, looks to be a heck of a toy.
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Okay, so it's a toss-up...a matter of preference. I have been running green in all of my cars and haven't had any issues. Water pump at 150k on the LT1. But, that's beyond the call of duty...right? Orange probably works just as well. Maybe it's time for a change in color. Although, I am sure I have 3-4 gallons of green on the shelf. We'll see how I feel when it's time to fill'er up.
Thanks, digitalsolo. Yes, it should be some kind-a-fun! I will post my build site when it gets rolling...
Thanks, digitalsolo. Yes, it should be some kind-a-fun! I will post my build site when it gets rolling...
