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

Those with LE1 package...Please respond.

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Old Aug 9, 2006 | 08:39 PM
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Default Those with LE1 package...Please respond.

I am really looking to get the LE1 package from Lloyd in the near future. I will be putting it on my 75K mile well cared for LT1. I currently shift at 6000 RPM.

My absolute biggest concern is engine life with respect to spinning bearings. I want to have the most engine longevity possible, therefore my shift points will be no higher than 6300 RPM.

I understand that when you hop up the engines then reliability goes down, however I am hoping that the LE1 package does this minimally. I have also been told that with the LE2 its only a matter of time before the bearings and the shortblock go, hopefully this is not the case with the LE1.

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Has anybody every had major problems like spinning bearings after installing the complete LE1 package on rather low mile LT1's? Please elaborate.

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Old Aug 9, 2006 | 10:10 PM
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If you want engine longevity you'd better stop now.

Le1 is still a significant upgrade to your block, theres no way arond it when your talking h/c.
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Old Aug 9, 2006 | 10:51 PM
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75K is no spring chicken. I did mine at 83K ...new everything. NOt saying ur motor won't last cause there are a lot of guys out there over 100K with major upgrades
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