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Dec 3, 2003 | 03:23 PM

batt3ry

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ls1 to ls6

I’ve got a 2001 ss and was wondering if its possible to upgrade an ls1 to an ls6

Whats a general cost and things that would need to be done if its achievable

Dec 3, 2003 | 04:01 PM

IntenseSS

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check the numbers on the block you may already have a ls6 block....thats a start

Dec 3, 2003 | 04:12 PM

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why settle for an ls6 spec motor when for the same cost you can go aftermarket h/c and blow the ls6 away. if your heart is set on a stock ls6 spec motor though you can get the conversion kit from paceparts for like 2k.

Dec 3, 2003 | 04:52 PM

BP00RedZ

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I agree with jrp. Why would you want something as mild as an LS6? Not that its slow its just that you could easily get a H/C package from TSP and have alot more power depending on how wild or mild you want to go. Good luck with whatever you choose though.

Dec 3, 2003 | 06:58 PM

batt3ry

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Yea i see what your saying there

What would you reccomend as far as h/c for something 'wild'

Dec 3, 2003 | 07:58 PM

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First you need to decide how much you want to spend then contact a shop such as Texas Speed & Performance or MTI and talk to them about what goals are. Depending on what mods you already have it could be anywhere from $1600 for just heads and a cam to well over $5000 if you are still completely stock.

FYI:TSP has a special on Patriot Performance LS6 style heads with one of their more aggresive cams for a little over $2000.

Dec 3, 2003 | 08:20 PM

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I would defiantly recommend going aftermarket H/C unless there is something wrong with your LS1. I have seen some mean setups. I think if you choose the right setup you could be making upwards of 420 RWHP on a relatively streetable car. Are you an M6 or A4?

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