NA LT1 Build? 
NA LT1 Build?
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Can I swap an 5.3 junkyard LS into a 1996 z28 with an LT1 and be compatible with the LT1 harness and ECU? Wiring work and ECU cuts deep into my budget
You'll also need a new custom torque converter if you're reusing your auto (assuming auto) transmission.
Your factory transmission and rear end won't like 700 horsepower.
The $2000 LS swap is a myth.
Hate to be a debbie downer brother, but these are easily answered questions with a quick google.
EDIT: Also you will need an LS steering rack and engine cradle. And an LS intake manifold with LS accessories.
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I believe LS1Tech user "the merv"modified his 1995harness. He did an LQ9 swap.
You'll also need a new custom torque converter if you're reusing your auto (assuming auto) transmission.
Your factory transmission and rear end won't like 700 horsepower.
The $2000 LS swap is a myth.
Hate to be a debbie downer brother, but these are easily answered questions with a quick google.
EDIT: Also you will need an LS steering rack and engine cradle. And an LS intake manifold with LS accessories.
You'll also need a new custom torque converter if you're reusing your auto (assuming auto) transmission.
Your factory transmission and rear end won't like 700 horsepower.
The $2000 LS swap is a myth.
Hate to be a debbie downer brother, but these are easily answered questions with a quick google.
EDIT: Also you will need an LS steering rack and engine cradle. And an LS intake manifold with LS accessories.
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Average 383 makes 450 to 500rwhp. Anything over that will take a lot of custom/expensive parts. Most heads and cam LS7's make 600rwhp, so that will tell you how hard it is to make that kind of power N/A.
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https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.mot...96-gen-ii/amp/
this build was reasonably high for an na build
this build was reasonably high for an na build
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.mot...96-gen-ii/amp/
this build was reasonably high for an na build
this build was reasonably high for an na build
Typically, a healthy 396-cid LT1 is capable of over 515 horsepower with a hydraulic roller, pump-gas friendly compression, and a decent set of heads.
Absolutely agree since mine is making right at 440rwhp/500 flywheel.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.mot...96-gen-ii/amp/
this build was reasonably high for an na build
this build was reasonably high for an na build
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