Long time reader, finally joined
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Long time reader, finally joined Hey everyone! So ive been reading on this forum for quite a while and finally decided to join as my project is about to start taking motion. BTW, its nice to not have those dang adds pop up every page now. Lol.
Anyway, a bit about myself. 26 originally from VT. Im in the AF active duty station in Forida. Just came from New Mexico. I have a 96 Nissan 240sx that had an SR20DET in it putting about 350 to the wheels and then one day lost oil pressure and spun a number 2 rod bearing. I was contemplating rebuilding it for the 6K to have it done right but even then those engines are still prone to spinning bearings so I decided I was going to swap in a reliable, strong motor. So I decided I was going to commit myself to the LS1.
After doing A LOT of research and a little goal realistic thinking, I decided to go with the 5.3 LM7. I have a guy who has one out of a 2002 Chevy Tahoe that Im gunna pick up hopefully very soon. I decided to go with the LM7 for price reason and possible future (distant future) plans (boost).
I know Im going to have to change the accessories over to the fbody configuation as well as get an ls1 or ls6 intake manifold. Ill be using a brand new wiring harness and a swap kit so headers, driveshaft, etc wont be an issue. I will be sourcing a T56 for my application.
As far as goals. I want to make it a mean street sweeper while having reliability for a daily driver. So plans for modifications planned are: A mildly aggressive cam with springs, retainers and pushrods. I would contemplate the valves as well but that will only happen if I take the heads off. I also intend on doing the obvious required intake manifold with a ported throttle body and some holly valve cover to delete the coil brackets (just to clean up the engine a little). As far as fuel I will be goimg with the already installed walbro 255, some FAST fuel rails, and maybe larger injectors and last but certainly not least a good tune.
So now that Ive made a lengthy introduction, Ill brimg it to an end by saying that I look forward to listening and learning as this will be the first Domestic engine Ive ever really dealt with and I hope I can be a contributing member to this board. Thanks.
Anyway, a bit about myself. 26 originally from VT. Im in the AF active duty station in Forida. Just came from New Mexico. I have a 96 Nissan 240sx that had an SR20DET in it putting about 350 to the wheels and then one day lost oil pressure and spun a number 2 rod bearing. I was contemplating rebuilding it for the 6K to have it done right but even then those engines are still prone to spinning bearings so I decided I was going to swap in a reliable, strong motor. So I decided I was going to commit myself to the LS1.
After doing A LOT of research and a little goal realistic thinking, I decided to go with the 5.3 LM7. I have a guy who has one out of a 2002 Chevy Tahoe that Im gunna pick up hopefully very soon. I decided to go with the LM7 for price reason and possible future (distant future) plans (boost).
I know Im going to have to change the accessories over to the fbody configuation as well as get an ls1 or ls6 intake manifold. Ill be using a brand new wiring harness and a swap kit so headers, driveshaft, etc wont be an issue. I will be sourcing a T56 for my application.
As far as goals. I want to make it a mean street sweeper while having reliability for a daily driver. So plans for modifications planned are: A mildly aggressive cam with springs, retainers and pushrods. I would contemplate the valves as well but that will only happen if I take the heads off. I also intend on doing the obvious required intake manifold with a ported throttle body and some holly valve cover to delete the coil brackets (just to clean up the engine a little). As far as fuel I will be goimg with the already installed walbro 255, some FAST fuel rails, and maybe larger injectors and last but certainly not least a good tune.
So now that Ive made a lengthy introduction, Ill brimg it to an end by saying that I look forward to listening and learning as this will be the first Domestic engine Ive ever really dealt with and I hope I can be a contributing member to this board. Thanks.
