LT1-LT4 Modifications 1993-97 Gen II Small Block V8

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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 11:34 AM
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Hey guys im kinda in the debate stages of this and the only questions search has not answered for me is can i bolt my stock t56 and clutch right up to an lsx block or no?
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 01:03 PM
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NO. You cant bolt up a LT1 t-56 to a LSx style block without some major modifications.
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 01:23 PM
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No, you will need an LSX Clutch, and your T56 will need the LS1 Front Plate, Input Shaft and Bell Housing.
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Old Nov 13, 2008 | 08:10 AM
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i have all that lying around besides the clutch ^ pm me if ya need it i bought a ls1 tranny for a lt1 when my second gear took a ****. its easy to do btw.
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Old Nov 13, 2008 | 09:19 AM
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been considering doing the same thing. guy i know is selling a ls2 for cheap and it's sooooo tempting
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