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Old Feb 12, 2020 | 06:12 AM
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Just joined! I have An 86 Porsche 944 Turbo with a 96 Trans Am LT-1 installed. Looking for conversations about engine upgrades ie opti-spark conversions etc. and other stuff!!
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Old Feb 12, 2020 | 09:07 PM
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Welcome to LS1Tech! As quick as that little car is with the LT, an aluminum LS with some power would take the car to a whole nother’ level. Cool build sir!
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Old Feb 12, 2020 | 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Che70velle
Welcome to LS1Tech! As quick as that little car is with the LT, an aluminum LS with some power would take the car to a whole nother’ level. Cool build sir!
I’ve thought about an LS but have heard stories of the handling being compromised. I have this motor dialed in at little over 300hp and it really is about much power as I need.
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Old Feb 12, 2020 | 09:16 PM
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Awesome!
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Old Feb 13, 2020 | 10:39 AM
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If it works for ya, keep on trucking!! Welcome and nice swap!!
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I’ve thought about an LS but have heard stories of the handling being compromised. I have this motor dialed in at little over 300hp and it really is about much power as I need.
I don't think the handling is compromised as much as having to learn to drive it different. The one clear advantage you have is maintaining the original brake set-up. With an LS, you have some challenges



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Old Feb 13, 2020 | 11:34 AM
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Well I've upgraded my pads and rotors but I'm still thinking about the "993 BIG RED" BRAKE UPGRADE KIT" from Renegade Hybrids.
I see they've hiked the price up to $4900.00 for the kit!
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Old Feb 13, 2020 | 11:35 AM
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Thank you!
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Welcome Bobzilla. The town is Charleston.... What part of Charleston? I'm over here on Johns Island.
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Old Feb 13, 2020 | 12:48 PM
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I'm over in Summerville.
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Old Feb 13, 2020 | 02:51 PM
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I'm over in Summerville.

Bring that to the Trident Car show in April. I'd like to take a look at it.
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Old Feb 13, 2020 | 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Dren
Bring that to the Trident Car show in April. I'd like to take a look at it.
I’ll keep a look out for it.
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