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12-18-2008, 04:44 PM
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pros and cons what are the pros and cons of the lt1 and ls1? i have a v6 and im going to swap a v8 in. i cant decide if i want a lt1 or ls1. i have two donor cars to pick from. one is a 96 ws6 ta with 61k for 1300 but the guy will take 800 or a 98 ta with 100k for 2000. i dont want this thread to turn into lt1 one is better or ls1 one is better i would just like to know the pros and cons of each motor thanks
12-18-2008, 05:03 PM
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They are both fantastic engines.
The ls1 will be more responsive to mods and have more to chose from. The have inherent issues with the number 7 cylinder rapping from time to time. They feature higher flowing heads, new composite intakes, and a lighter aluminum engine platform to work with. They have higher horsepower ratings, but are often out performed off the line by lt1s. Stock for stock they are a faster engine, and will move the car through the quarter quicker. Cost has come down due to newer revised versions of the engine and it's technology.
The lt1 is a venerable engine as well, and most times can't be beat for its cheap cost and strong iron block. Mod prices have drastically dropped due to the availability of the new tech ls1's. The most noted down side to this motor is it's utilization of optispark ignition. Mainly due to its damage suseptibility to water, and it's poor positioned location, I personally have never had an issue however.
Admitedly and in my opinion, swapping for an ls1 will be more costly due to the need for a new computer for an ls1, and several other wiring transfer issues that may rear as you proceed through the swap.
I promise you there will be a number of varying opinions on this topic. Good luck.
The ls1 will be more responsive to mods and have more to chose from. The have inherent issues with the number 7 cylinder rapping from time to time. They feature higher flowing heads, new composite intakes, and a lighter aluminum engine platform to work with. They have higher horsepower ratings, but are often out performed off the line by lt1s. Stock for stock they are a faster engine, and will move the car through the quarter quicker. Cost has come down due to newer revised versions of the engine and it's technology.
The lt1 is a venerable engine as well, and most times can't be beat for its cheap cost and strong iron block. Mod prices have drastically dropped due to the availability of the new tech ls1's. The most noted down side to this motor is it's utilization of optispark ignition. Mainly due to its damage suseptibility to water, and it's poor positioned location, I personally have never had an issue however.
Admitedly and in my opinion, swapping for an ls1 will be more costly due to the need for a new computer for an ls1, and several other wiring transfer issues that may rear as you proceed through the swap.
I promise you there will be a number of varying opinions on this topic. Good luck.
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I'd say go with the LT1 in your case.. my reason is money.. $1,200 saved and 39k less miles.. sounds like a deal to me..
Although the LS1 typically has a little bit more power from factory, i'm pretty sure that $1,200 you saved will compensate.. and the lower miles will help also in the long-term
Although the LS1 typically has a little bit more power from factory, i'm pretty sure that $1,200 you saved will compensate.. and the lower miles will help also in the long-term
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I'd say go with the LT1 in your case.. my reason is money.. $1,200 saved and 39k less miles.. sounds like a deal to me..
Although the LS1 typically has a little bit more power from factory, i'm pretty sure that $1,200 you saved will compensate.. and the lower miles will help also in the long-term
Although the LS1 typically has a little bit more power from factory, i'm pretty sure that $1,200 you saved will compensate.. and the lower miles will help also in the long-term
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there seems to be a much larger selection for LS1 parts out there. I believe the LT1 also suffered from an inefficient intake manifold but I could be wrong I think I heard this a while back.
Alot of people Ive talked to who had both ls1 and lt1 liked driving their lt1 better, they just felt faster, but then reality hits when a stock LS1 beats a full bolt on LT1 by a large margin. Honestly it depends on what your trying to do, all out performance or just a fun little ride. all out-LS1 dd cruiser id go with the LT1.
Thankfully Ive never had to make this decision I like them both!
Alot of people Ive talked to who had both ls1 and lt1 liked driving their lt1 better, they just felt faster, but then reality hits when a stock LS1 beats a full bolt on LT1 by a large margin. Honestly it depends on what your trying to do, all out performance or just a fun little ride. all out-LS1 dd cruiser id go with the LT1.
Thankfully Ive never had to make this decision I like them both!
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Not trying to start anything but but I dont think a stock LS1 can destroy a full bolt on LT1 by a large margin as noted above. I love both engines and either engine would be good.
