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Quick question I do not own a lsx car yet but plan on purchasing one in about a year from now after i graduate boot camp.i plan on either a clean trans am or camaro.preferably a 99^ since the 98s were down on power a little and had a few kinks.i had a question about my setup id like.i was thinking some LT's true duals,lid,intake(prolly a 90/90 setup) the 1.5 heads from TSP and a Magic stick 3 or 4 and a good clutch,rearend and some 4.10s.ive not decided between an auto ot m6 yet.if i go with an outo id ad about a 3500 stall some 3.42s and a tranny cooler.hows that setup sound?i know i have alot of time and my plans will probably change but as of right now thats what i really want.im only 17 but i do know a good bit about cars and especially the lsx.ever since my dad had a cammed and bolt on 99 z28 ive absoluely worshipped these vehicles. 
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From: Schiller Park, ILL Member: #317
Originally Posted by futurels1driver
preferably a 99^ since the 98s were down on power a little and had a few kinks.
But '98 vs '99 will be no difference power wise.
Proud to own a '98, and I'd buy one again.
More info about different model years here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/new-ls1-owners-newbie-tech/213148-jrp-s-faq-commonly-asked-questions.html
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alright just read about them heads.was were the bolts went the only difference or was the ports and stuff different also?yeah ive been researching that set up alot.im looking for something decently driveable but also with a good little kick to mess around with on the street.in the 440rwhp would be nice.
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From: Schiller Park, ILL Member: #317
Originally Posted by futurels1driver
thanks.coulda sworn i read on here somewere that the 98's had a differnt head design or something.must have misunderstood.
Originally Posted by futurels1driver
love that camaro,sebring silver is one of my favorite f-body colors
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From: Schiller Park, ILL Member: #317
Originally Posted by futurels1driver
oh alright.i got it.thanks for that link.very informative.always good to learn new stuff.especially about these cars.they fascinate me.cant wait till i can get me one
I'm sure you'll love any year LS1 car you get. They are a blast, and very addictive.
Good luck with your search, and welcome to the site.
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im sure i will.i didnt have a chance to drive my dads old camaro since i was too young at the time but i rode in it alot and that thing was a screamer.i am now though of age to drive his 05 gto and it is a blast
Sounds like you have a good enough plan. One thing to take into account, you might want to mod slowly at first, then add mods as you get used to it.
For instance, get headers and true duals first, then an ls6 intake manifold and ported tb. Then after you drive on that for a while, then get a cam, and later on heads, etc.
Then you can work on gears, if M6, or stall if A4, and drivetrain mods...
That way you can truly enjoy each mod, and have time through the stages, rather than getting everything all at once.
For instance, get headers and true duals first, then an ls6 intake manifold and ported tb. Then after you drive on that for a while, then get a cam, and later on heads, etc.
Then you can work on gears, if M6, or stall if A4, and drivetrain mods...
That way you can truly enjoy each mod, and have time through the stages, rather than getting everything all at once.